https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-01-08.pdf 266315fac8b273066355f1fd045dfa7f PDF Text Text BU K RA U.S. FOWACE Kaefegt. Or^jn -*9W* °ERMITNO 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics. Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Vol. 113-No. 26 — Tuesday, January 8. 1985 Vermontville and Nashville residents talk about hopes for ‘85 By Shelly Sulser Now that a new year is upon us, many people would like to put aside their memories of the past and plan for the near future. A progression of changes over the years has brought the villages of Nashville and Vermontville where they are today, and those changes will continue to make them even better in the coming years. The leaders who are responsible for helping to implement those changes have hopes and ambitions for their villages, and several talked to a Maple Valley News reporter about what they would like to see happen locally in 1985. Attracting business to the burg of Nashville is one of the desires Mayor John Hughes expressed for the village. Hughes also has his sights set on future improvements John Hughes Nashville Baby is Barry County’s first born in ‘85 Dennis and Diana Conklin of6334 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, are the parents of Barry County’s first baby of 1985. Their tiny daughter, Jennifer Ann Conklin, arrived at Pennock Hospital at 5:08 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 3 to capture the title of the county’s New Year’s Baby. As the first baby born to Barry County parents, within the county, Jennifer is the winner of the Banner’s annual first baby contest which provides many nice prizes for her and her parents from Hastings area businesses. Jennifer weighed 6-lbs. 13Mt-oz. at birth and measured 20‘^-inches long. She has an 18-month-old brother, Sean, to welcome her home. Jennifer’s grandparents are Robert and Beverly Conklin of Hastings and Linda Hoffman of Lake Odessa. A different feature story about Jennifer will appear in this Thursday’s issue of the Banner. of the village’s parks and sidewalks, and another important goal of his is to “keep the village afloat, keep it running smoothly,” he said. He also intends to give special attention to handling complaints that anyone might have. Sue Villaneuva indicates that progress is the key to growth in her town. “I would like to see a senior citizens’ housing project done,” she said. Currently a feasibility study is being done for that pur­ pose. Villaneuva said she wants to continue running the village as it has been operated in the past. Ed Sampson that he would like to see road improvement completed, and welcomes the new firetruck which the village is to receive. On another positive note, Sampson commented that he would “like to keep building on the relationship between the township and the village.” Vermontville President Sue Villaneuva Retirement open house set for Pastor and Mrs. Paul Boger Judy Quantrell Nashville Chamber of Commerce President Judy Quantrell, who will soon hand the job over to Dave Mace, “would like to see more participation in the chamber.” The chamber sponsors various activities througout the year, including a large annual garage sale held in the summer. The chamber also furnishes candy canes when Santa visits town, and aids Carl’s Supermarket with their annual Easter egg hunt. “Participation has been low in the past. I would like to see more interest in the chamber," she said. Dennis and Diana Conklin of Nashville became the parents of Barry County’s first born child last Thursday when their beautiful daughter, Jennifer Ann, made her debut at Pennock Hospital. (Maple Valley News photo by Elaine Gilbert) The Maple Valley school system may have some changes in store this year when results of the Feb. 4 community attitude telephone survey are presented to the school board at its March 13 meeting. School Board Member Dale Ossenheimer feels that organizational planning involving cirriculum, and building and property maintenence is one area where the system needs improvement. Ossenheimer believes that the results of the community survey will give the board a basis to formulate a plan that will make these changes possible. Secondly, he would like to generate support for the millage that will be voted on in the fall. “If we can ac­ complish these two goals, we’ll have done a lot,” he said. In Vermontville, Township Supervisor Ed Sampson said Dale Ossenheimer The public is invited to a retirment open house for Pastor and Mrs. Paul Boger, to be hosted by Vermontville Bible Church on Sunday, Jan. 13, from 3-5 p.m. A program wil| begin at 3 p.m., followed by refreshments and fellowship. Pastor Boger was ordained in 1943 and began service as pastor of Colebrook Bible Church, PN. He was called as pastor of Wood Memorial Bible Church Sumnerville, in January of 1944; Clarksville Congregational Church, Clarksville, (later Clarksville Bible Church) in January 1946; and Grace Bible Church, Grandville, in April 1956. He came to pastor at Vermontville Bible Church in August of 1976 and has served here for 8*4 years. In addition to pastoring, Rev. Boger taught as “visiting faculty” at the Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music from 1950­ 1975. He also has served as program Secretary of the Michigan Regional I.F.C.A., Secretary of S.W. Sectional, President of S.W. Sectional, President of the Michigan Regional, and Chairman of the I.F.C.A. National Missions Committee, as well as on the Board of In­ dependent Bible Missions, Cedine Bible Mission, and Child Evangelism Fellowship International, as chairman of Foreign Missions -Board. Pastor Boger has spoken at several local churches, JA 09’85 conferences, and camps on various occasions. He is currently a member of the Independent Bible Mission Board and is on the Western Michigan Committee of African Inland Mission. The congregation of Vermontville Bible Church deeply appreciates the 41 years of work Pastor Boger has done. His presence has been that of a man of God, a brother in the Lord, and a devoted pastor. His guidance and direction will be greatly missed. Pastor and Mrs. Boger will, however, reside in Nashville, and continue to worship with us in this area. Your attendance at the retirement open house will be a wonderful show of your appreciation for the Bogers. Vermontville Bible Churh is located at 250 N. Main, Vermontville. HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S. CHUaCH STREET Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Mople Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 8 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News There should be a plethora of news for this week’s column - what with the Great Ice Storm that ushered in 1985 and brought misery and mis-adventure to thousands of Michigan residents in­ cluding countless local folks. Your news scribe, however, was not on the scene for most of that in­ terval as she and her “better half” were living out their own horror story as storm refugees. Some five-hours as the 4 a.m. outage, with no auxiliary heat in our home, we decided to evacuate. The indoor temperature had dropped to 50 degrees. Gathering up our pet dog Scotty and necessities for what we believed would be only a 24-hour stay, we hit the highway in search of warmth and shelter. Fiveweary hours later we finally settled into a motel in Coldwater - the first that we had been able to find that could offer heat, as well as lights and water. In our search we stopped at Marshall where three motels had vacancies but none could offer all three of the pre-storm conveniences we has at home: heat, electricity and water. (One Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. motel had heat and light, but no water; another heat, but not lights, etc.) “We can give you all the candles and blankets you want, and we’re working on a generator so you can use the toilet,” offered one motel proprietor in our long search. Having better conveniences than that at home (at least we had water) we decided to press on. Power on our street was restored Tuesday evening, we later learned, but sometime between the time of our departure and our return to check the property Wednesday forenoon, our service line was ripped from the side of our house The culprit was a massive limb which crashed down from an ancient curbside maple. Wednesday, a good-sized chunk of that maple had torn out not only our service line, but also our neighbor’s, leaving a jumble of power lines tangled around the limbs and draped waist-level across our drive, effectively trapping our second auto which would have con­ siderably eased our hectic pace oftrying to keep tabs on our property while main­ taining work schedules and our sanity. From Coldwater, travel costs escalated as we darted hither and yon in search of hope and help. We faced daily worries about the damage frozen water pipes Your funeral director serves to plan and coordinate the fun­ eral service with your clergyman and any organizations that participate. He gives options in the choice of casket, vault, special clothing, the supplying of appropriate music, the selection, if desired, of the floral piece of the immediate family. He will supply cars for the use of the family and close relatives before, during, and after the service. VOGT FUNERAL HOME IN NASHVILLE PHONE 852-0840 might cause (though we had shut off the valve -before we left Tuesday, we knew our plastic plumbing would not withstand conventional thawing methods); Day by day.^lhe house grew progressively colder By Susan Hinckley and, finally, on our last visit Friday evening the ther­ mometer on the kitchen wall had dipped to 32 degrees. For sure, we thought, the pipes will freeze this night. After two nights in Cold­ water we found lodging in Obituaries Carl R. Willcutt_____ Mr. Carl R. Willcutt, 78, of 9572 Cherry Lane, Wall Lake, Delton, died Sunday, Jan. 6,1985 at his home after a long illness. Services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 9, at 2 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home. Rev. Elmer Faust will of­ ficiate with burial in Prairieville Cemetery. Mr. Willcutt was bom July 9, 1906 in Roxand, Eaton County, the son of Charles and Lydia (Challender) Willcutt. He had lived at his Wall Lake address since 1954 and was formerly of Nash­ ville. He was employed at Nashville Dairy for a number of years and for 15 years at Union Pump in Battle Creek from where he retired in 1964. He was married to Doris Boyer on Nov. 25, 1933. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Darrell (Joan) Waite of Plainwell and Mrs. Gerald (Irene) Ziegler of Martin; two sons, Charles Willcutt of Delton and Stanley Willcutt of Cincinnati, Ohio; his mother, Lydia Willcutt of Dimon­ dale; 13 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Jessie Belle Wall ___ BELLEVUE - Mrs. Jessie Belle Wall, 68, of 4380 Fruin Rd., died Saturday, Dec. 29, 1984, at her home. She was born on Oct. 10,1916 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Maurice and Lillian (Dailey) Patten. She married Edgar Wall on Nov. 23, 1939 in Grand Rapids. She was a member of the Heritage Hills Bible Church. Mrs. Wall is survived by her husband, Edgar; two sons, Don of Bellevue and Bill of Nashville; four daughters, Barbara Kilborn of Battle Creek, Jean Scott of Galesburg, Joyce Shaffen of Battle Creek, and Kathleen Allen of Bellevue; 18 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; five brothers, Gaylord of Battle Creek, Don of Grand Rapids, Jack of Hastings, Maurice of Kalamazoo, and Phillip of Ft. Wayne, Ind.; and two sisters, Lillian Teasdale of Sand Lake and Betty Hopkins of Hastings. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, at Nashville Church of the Nazarene. Burial was in Barryville Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Vogt Funeral Home, Nashville. Charlotte. On Thursday morning we rented the last unit available in that motel storm crowded with refugees. Sometime Friday evening, after we made that final check at 601 Reed, and had returned to Charlotte, a Consumers Power troubleshooter reattached the service line to our home. Saturday morning word that our power had been restored reached us. By that time, your scribe was at her second job in Pontiac, leaving “better half” with the job of moving home. The Pontiac area also was hard-hit by power outages but lacked the “war zone” appearance of Nashville. In fact, in our travels through Barry, Eaton, Calhoun, and Branch counties and mine through Ingham and Oakland, we saw nothing that the portrayed vengeance of the storm so graphically as our own town. None seem to have the number of downed limbs, fallen sagging wires, evergreens, ice-coated fences, etc., that we saw in the Nashville area. Coldwater seemed to be virtually untouched by the storm, and our dog, totally confused by the whole situation, was delighted to find bare, green grass at Coldwater instead of the icesheathed brittle blades which crunched underfoot in this area. In Coldwater restaurants Mr. Falconer is survived by his wife, the former Virginia E. “Jean” Weaver of Floral City; daughters, Loretta A. Jones and Teresa J. Barker, both of Battle Creek; sisters, Dorothy Preston and Beverly Wortley, both of Hastings; two grandchildren; and one stepgrandchild. Cremation has been conducted. Memorial ser­ vices were at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, in the chapel at Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. OPEN HOUSE for Geneva Brumm Retiring Castleton Township Treasurer ★ ★ 31 years Treasurer 15 years asst. Treasurer Come share your thanks and good wishes with Geneva for a job well done. Your presence is all that is requested. Refreshments will be served. SUN., JAN. 13,1985 2-5 PM at Castleton Twp. Hall AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH A.M. Worship, 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road 110S. Main, Vermontville ('/> msiloeu EthasotfoNf aMs-h6v6i,l l5e )milesChurch School ..11 a.m. a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. south o sou of Nashville) as ve) Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Church Worship. 11 a.m. Au.Mnd.a SyeSrcvhicoeol 1110 aa..m m.. (Nursery Core Available) a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. S p.m. Thursday: Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Bible Study .......,0 p.m. AWANA ... Warship. 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St.; Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.. 10 a.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday: A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m Sunday School 10:30 a.m PASTOR MARY CURTIS Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............... 7 p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES PASTOR PAUL L. BOGER Assistant... Dan Smith NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 203 N. N. State, State, Nashville Nashville P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Sunday: Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated Wednesday Evening: Assistant... Don Roscoe at 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. LEON POHL Continued on page 7 Attention it's an ... Forest ‘Dale’ Falconer FLORAL CITY, FLA. Mr. Forest “Dale” Falconer, ,63, of Floral City, Fla., formerly of Battle Creek, died Wednesday,- Jan. 2, 1985, in Floral City Hospital. He had been ill eight months. He was born in Hastings and resided in Battle Creek before moving to Florida a year ago'. He was a machinist for Grand Trunk Western Railroad Co. and retired after 27 years of service. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of Nash­ ville VFW Post 8260 and Battle Creek Moose Lodge 326. we overheard local residents discussing the storm over their morning papers, as far removed from the disaster as might have been a Floridian, but still commiserating with the storm victims - knowning how fortunate they had been to escape. “I heard they had quite a storm up that way,” said our elderly motel host when we explained that we were “refugees.” Certainly many of our readers have tales more trying than ours to tell and re-tell for many years to come. Grandchildren of children today’s will someday hear of the Great New Year’s Ice Storm of 1985. In counting our blessings, we can be thankful for the tireless utlity crews who swung immediately into action and worked endless hours to restore services. Everywhere in our travels we was them on the job Consumers Power, Michigan Bell, and in Pontiac, Detroit Edison - zipping down the highways in cities, towns and the rural countryside. Other blessings: finding helpful friends and relatives; meeting nice folks in Coldwater and briefly exploring that historic community; and most importantly, knowing that those massive limbs and live wires which plunged to the REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship .. 11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Chariot....... S43-09M The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 8. 1985 — Page 3 Home......... 726-UZZo • MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • the sale of your property. Variety of enrichment classes offered here TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND 2-STORY HOME on 3'/» acres (one half acre wooded) beautiful country setting on paved road, Mjfaj fj’ The Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education Enrichment classes will begin this month. Several different kinds of classes are offered for people of all ages. For parents, there is a class entitled Systematic Training for Effective Parenting. STEP is a discussion program for parents who want to improve communications with their children. It offers you a realistic and practical ap­ proach to meeting the challenges of raising children today. This six session workshop looks at children’s behavior: why children misbehave and how to deal with misbehavior in a positive manner. The class strengthens the parent-child communication process and builds positive discipline techniques. The class gives ^s Isi jjSj Nashville Hews, cont. Ailt fa w I *s SiS; SiS;, !sSN, >w W; W5fS; % fa Z ^VkS ::S «‘iMt jk ,k°lt h Wc’fa; *"• «&; ■**«» ** fi^i faii fai^i iSnalj ta*>. Monftofl,, EMM leva Bib Retiring Htaijita sTreosurer ground in our community caused no serious personal injuries. Here, at 601 Reed, we had a close call, for one mighty maple branch thundered down just inches from “better half’s” head as he cleared ice from the auto in preparation for our New Year’s Day flight. It’s good to be home! Betty Guy and children Lisa and Curtis of Battle Creek spent Thursday with Mrs. Veda Shull of Nashville. Mrs. Lydia Burchett of Dowling was a Friday caller. Saturday, Mrs. Shull enjoyed a visit from her son and daughter-in-law, Kendall and Iris Guy of Bristol, In­ diana. They escaped the ice storm in Indiana, and reported that they did not see much evidence of it until they reached Schoolcraft Last week, Peggy (Bur­ chett) Sult of Georgetown, Kentucky, was a visitor of Mrs. Veda Shull. Other guests for dinner that day were Eva Payne and Grace Cooley, both of Nashville. Later, Mrs. Shull and Mrs. Sult called on Alice Mix, local. parents the opportunity to interact with other parents to discuss and share problems and ideas. The class will be taught by Hildred Peabody and Sharon Reese. It will be held on Monday evening for six weeks beginning Jan. 14. Free demonstrations will be held Jan. 15 in the Karate classes. One class will be held on Tuesday evening from 6-7 p.m. for the boys and girls kindergarten through eighth grade. A Karate class for all ages will be held Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. beginning Jan. (6 is Oil fa it fa” swill be sarveti. for one-half hour for six weeks. The classes will be taught by Larry Dockter. The class size will be limited. You must bring your own guitar. A class entitled Total Personal Beauty begins Wednesday, Jan. 23. This class will be taught by Jean Elliston of Ionia and some topics to be discussed in­ clude skin, hair, and body care, choosing a wardrobe and makeup. For further information or to enroll in any of these classes, call the Maple Valley Adult Education Office at 852-9275. Local student scores increase in 10th grade; down in 4th * 7th by William Christensen Maple Valley MEAP Coordinator Maple Valley has received the results of the fall assessment testing com­ pleted by our fourth, seventh and tenth grade students. This is a partof the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) which tests minimal reading and mathematic skills of students at those grade levels. Compared with the results of Maple Valley students of one year ago, scores decreased slightly in grades fourth and seventh and in­ creased slightly in grade ten. Scores are generally given as percentage of students who scored 75 percent or better. Maple Valley students continue to score above the state average in both subject areas at each grade level. Math and reading averages for Maple Valley and State Averages respectively: fourth - math Maple Valley 92.5 (State Average 82.6), reading 84.9 (77.7); seventh - 68.9 ( 65.7), 81.8 (80.8); tenth-69.3 ( 66.4), 85.0 (81.6). We continue to be proud of sossf.Treosurer e yyour tab ri®’ Genevoforajobw^ 15. A free demonstration will be given the first evening. Everyone is welcome to attend either demonstration. This class is designed so that families may come together. Boys and girls, seven years or older, men and women are welcome. A photography class will begin Monday, Jan. 22. If you received a new camera, this class would be helpful. It will be taught by Ron Bracy. Several classes are also offered in beginning guitar. These classes will be offered Thursday evenings begin­ ning Jan. 24. The classes run HAiRsnjLinq For Him or Her Irene’s Beauty Shop the fine efforts o our students, staff, and parents. Individual results for each student are printed and become a part of the per­ manent school record for that student. Individual student results are also available and will be sent home with the fourth, seventh, and tenth grade students on Thursday, Jan. 10. All parents are invited to talk with the elementary teachers or principals or with Mr. Rooks, the high school counselor, regarding these results. Community Education staff will help seniors with Homestead Tax forms The staff of Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education will be helping Senior Citizens fill out their Homestead Exemption forms during the month of January. Those who may be eligible to receive a refund on the property tax are homeowners, renters, oc­ cupants of housing on which service fees are paid instead of taxes, and occupants of nursing or adult foster care home or homes for the aged. The amount of refund is determined by percentage of household income in relation to taxes paid. You must bring your Homestead Property tax statement and evidence of all income, in­ cluding Social Security, retirement, interest, etc. If you received a Michigan Income tax booklet in the mail, please bring the booklet with you. The Community Education Office is located in the Maple Valley High School. We will begin one week later than originally scheduled, because the forms are not yet available. The schedule is as follows: Friday, Jan. 18, 9 a.m. -12 noon; Thur­ sday, Jan. 24,9 a.m.-12 noon; and Friday, Feb. 1,9 a.m. -12 noon. If you have questions, or would like further information, call the Com­ munity Education Office at 852-9275. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Thursday, Jan. 10 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Thursday, Jan. 10 - 9:30 a.m., “How Food Affects You”, MAEH Lesson Day, First Baptist Church, 1111 S. Sheldon St, Charlotte. Monday, Jan. 14-7 p.m., 4-H Personal Appearance leaders meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Jan. 14-8 p.m., Grain Marketing Update, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Tuesday, Jan. 15-7:30-9:30 p.m., Growing Christmas Trees, Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte. Tuesday, Jan. 15-7 p.m., Swine Disease meeting, Kalamazoo. Wednesday, Jan. 16-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Saturday, Jan. 19 -10 a.m. - noon, 4-H Clown Classes begin, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Saturday, Jan. 19 - 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Swine Day, Grand Ledge Lovell High School. Monday, Jan. 21 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, Shopping Guide office, Charlotte. Monday, Jan. 21-8 p.m., Sprayer Calibration meeting, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Tuesday, Jan. 22 - 7:30 p.m., Berries, Apples and Others, Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte. Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5 - Dairy Cattle Genetics Workshop, MABC headquarters. Tuesday, Jan. 22-7 p.m., County Pork Producers Annual Meeting, Josies Restaurant, Charlotte. Call Dan Winslow (663-4383) for reservation. Wednesday, Jan. 23 - 7:30 p.m., ASOS Government Program and Elevator Discounts meeting, Charlotte High School Vo Ag Room. Thursday, Jan. 24 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl organizational meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Jan. 24, 31 - Milk Secretion Shortcourse, Fowler. Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14-7:30 p.m., County Government Program, Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 26 - 9:30-3 p.m., Central Michigan Ag Day, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Monday, Jan. 28 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Superin­ tendents meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Monday, Feb. 4-8 p.m., Dairy Herd Health meeting, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. LOOKING GOOD FOR 1985 CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT Beauty Shop 157 S. 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MICHIGAN - PHONE 740-2811 OFFICE HOUKS: 9:00* 4:30 H—OtT-Fritof 9:00 to 12:00*—S*r*r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas by Susan Hinckley Nashville felt effects of Spanish-American War finally was to have a telephone exchange. “At last, after many false alarms and a great deal of talk, Nashville is to assume more metropolitan airs and actually have a genuine ‘hello shop’,” announced the The year was 1898. The News on April 1. main topic of conversation in The Michigan Telephone Nashville, as well as the rest system was to establish of the nation, centered headquarters on the second around the Spanishfloor of the Liebhauser (now American War; explosion of Mace) drug store and the American battleship commence operation with Main in Havana harbor on about a dozen business February 15, subsequent phones located within a rumblings and declaration of small triangular area inside war; and the service of local the village. (The following boys in Cuba or the Philip­ year, Citizens’ Telephone Co. pines. expanded the service to In an era when hometown encompass residential and weeklies carried state and later, rural areas.) national reports, Nashville Rumblings of war, News readers learned the however, predominated latest war data along with News headlines of April 1898. the traditional accounts of “The latest reliable war local events. news up to the time of our The biggest news in Nash­ going to press indicates that ville in April 1898, next to the war with Spain is inevitable declaration of war with and close at hand,” reported Spain, was that the village the News on the 15th... by Susan Hinckley (Note: The following story is a reprint of a “Memories of the Past” column first published in the Maple Valley News on Feb. 16, 1982.) Nashville's varied and colorful past has been cap­ tured in five years of Memories columns. Scores of stories about local people, places and events dating as far back as the mid-1800s have been recounted in the weekly feature. Old photos have been an impor­ tant asset to the series; this one was snapped in the 1890s atop the old standpipe water tower in what now is Putnam Park. “Spain’s attitude is bold and defiant and it now seems impossible that a collision can be avoided. Great ex­ citement prevails in Washington.” The following week, local readers were given this ominous news: “Congress has passed a resolution declaring Cuba free and independent and demanding that Spain immediately withdraw her troops from the western hemisphere. President McKinley has signed the resolution and sent an ultimatum to Spain. Unless a satisfactory answer is received by Sunday it is very likely that the U.S.A. will declare war.” War was declared on April 25th. On the local scene, May brought news that Nashville was to have a fine new Catholic church to be established in the former Baptist sanctuary. It was proposed by the local Catholics to completely remodel and enlarge the 1876-77 structure. In the same May 13 issue of the News telling of the Catholics’ plans, local readers were advised: “Preparations are being made to land a large force on Cuban soil the fore part of next week. All the Michigan troops are still at Island Lake but expect to be called at any moment.” It was announced in that same issue that Frank Smith, an employee of the News and nephew of Agnes and Charles Putnam of Nashville, with whom -he made his home, had enlisted and was now a member of Battery E, 4th Artillery. An update of the war report came on June 3: “Admiral Sampson has shelled Santiago defenses, knocking out all except heavily fortified Morro Castle, in which the gallant Hobson and his men were imprisoned. Some of the forts have been captured by American and Cuban forces and troops are being landed daily, with 27,000 more men to be sent to Cuba as fast as transports are available. In the Philippines, Manila has fallen into the hands of in­ surgents, while Dewey sits watching his prize like a cat watches a mouse, waiting for Merritt to arrive and take possession. Washington reports are that a fleet is to be sent against Spain.” On June 13, Lieutenant C.O. Fountain of Grand Rapids was in Nashville recruiting for the 35th Michigan Volunteers, predicted to be one of the “crack U.S. regiments.” Only single men between the age of 19 and 30, standing at least five feet four inches in height, were accepted. A few weeks later, Nash­ ville readers learned that four young local men, Lyle Williams, Homer Ryan, Ed Mallory and Charles Hartford, had joined the 35th M.C. regiment and had left for Island Lake where they were under the command of Colonel Irish. In local business, on July 8 the News reported that a decision had been made by the Castleton Township board about the location of a new iron bridge proposed for the Thornapple River October 1898 brought crossing on North Main. Instead of being placed at dedication of the Catholic’s the site of an old wooden new quarters, and letters bridge, the new span was to from local soldiers serving be joined by use of a union on various battlefronts pier to the south end of an continued to pour into the existing iron bridge, north of News office that month. The Nashville weekly rang the wooden one. Some water re-routing also down the curtain on war was planned: “A clear news with this December 2 channel will be cut under report: “Spain has accepted (the new bridge) and the the ultimatum of the United present wooden bridge will States and will cede the be filled in. This will make a Philippine Island to us, clear waterway through the receiving in return 20 million road in two places, as is done dollars in cash.” The final chapter, now during the high water however, had not been periods.” Construction of the new written on a local level. bridge commenced more Frank Smith, the former than a year later, in August News employee, died May 1899. With war news still in 15, 1899, at Ft. Monroe, of basal high priority, Nashville Virginia, school opened for the fall meningitis, “death being the term in September 1898 with direct result from injuries an enrollment of 284 received in the battle of students. Also that month, Santiago,” claimed one Dr. E. T. Morris arrived in report. After a large funeral town to establish a medical service at the Putnam home, practice that eventually Smith, 23, was buried with would span more than 50 military honors at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. years in Nashville. Senior citizen input to be part of Community School Survey Maple Valley area senior citizens will be meeting at Maple Valley High School Thursday, Jan. 24 at 12 noon for their monthly meeting. The seniors are asked to come earlier than usual, because they will be meeting with Kathy Feaster from the Michigan State Department of Education. She will be using their help and ideas to develop a Community at­ titude survey for the school district. The senior citizen group is one of several that she will be talking with during that week. Lunch costs $1.30 and will be served around 1 p.m. Following lunch, there will be a program on Self­ defense. To make a reservation for lunch, call 852-9275 before Jan. 22. If you have a bir­ thday during the month of January, indicate this when you make your reservation. The meetings are planned by Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education. Anyone is welcome to attend. Red Cross Blood Drive Jan. 11 The Red Cross needs you to donate blood this week. “Please take an hour and donate a pint of blood to the blood bank,” said organizers Margaret Keeler and Carol Stuart The drive is on Friday, Jan. 11, at the St. Rose Church in Hastings from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Your blood donation will help our area hospital meet patient blood needs during the winter season,” the ladies said. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 8, 1985 — Page 5 Life returning to normal after ice storm knocks out electric power in Nashville and Vermontville Despite the hardships and inconveniences of last week's severe ice storm, the scenery was reminiscent of a fairyland ice palace. fffr®tbe Til ,« •tta te*‘b' wiifet 2te h teei* ^W,"sii«p [■’“ tt tat J.j Ibe&ntiaH tetril ■ Sell- Ja. U, il lull toiiltots utoSpi'W _ Lovely tree branches like these can be deadly as they weigh heavy on power lines, causing hundreds of people to shiver in their homes. 1 taari^n hospital Md pan lt,“’ rttafh :I-? sasrtfc By Shelly Sulser Daily routines are returning to normal after a power outage plunged Nash­ ville, Vermontville and most of southwest Michigan into darkness New Year’s Eve, disrupting the lives of nearly 72,000 people. According to a Consumer’s Power spokesman, an ice storm which occured Dec. 31 caused tree limbs to become heavy and fall on lines, cutting offpower and leaving hundreds of families in the Maple Valley area without heat or electricity. “This is by far the worst storm we’ve ever had,” said William Mabin of Con­ sumer’s Power. In Barry County, Nashville and Hastings were the hardest hit, according to Mabin, with 700 households left without power in the immediate Hastings area. Mabin also said that in Battle Creek and in the whole Calhoun County area, ★ Our Specials for 1985 ★ $^OO ALL HAIRCUTS................. Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET.................... $eoO “The Mirrors image" „XH6 HfLkOks iiijaae,. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY •New Construction*Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996^ Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all ofCaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens there were 20,000 people forced to seek warmth. Most homes are connected to primary lines, Mabin said, and to get the most power turned on the quickest, those lines are the first to be repaired. Then they repair the secondary lines and the circuits. Mabin said more than one hundred Consumer’s Power workers were on the job in the area plus 50 from Nor­ thern Indiana Public Service to restore power.. Tri-County Electric in Portland services between 200 and 300 residents in the Maple Valley area, with 20 workers busy to repair their downed lines, said the Manager of Member Relations Bill Boes. Tri­ County also received help from two Top O’Michigan and two Traverse City Cherryland crews. Most Nashville residents said Friday that their power had been restored, but reflected on their ex­ periences during the outage. Ferne Green of Washington Street said she and her husband Richard has stayed at the home of their son, Sidney, of Fuller Street, who has a woodburining stove. Mrs. Green said upon returning home, most of the food in the refrigerator was still cold or frozen. “It was quite an experience,” she said. One woman wasn’t bothered much by the loss of power, because she remembers a time when there was no such thing as electricity. Cooking on a woodstove and reading by a Nashville Department of Public Works crews were busy cleaning up fallen branches around town Friday. kerosene lantern was not abnormal and “going out into the cold to use the outhouse,” was not out of the ordinary. “Carl’s in the dark!” was the answer that most folks heard when they called Carl’s Supermarket to find that the store had indeed kept their doors open during the power outage. The store employees helped shoppers by guiding them through the isles with flashlights. Items like batteries, lamp oil, coleman fuel and lanterns were sell-outs. During the power outage, Joyce Koetje, Julie Butler, Nelson Appleman and Chuck and Nan Leine helped move frozen foods from Carl’s Nashville supermarket to its Sunfield store. Jim and Pat Powers hooked up a portable light during the blackout at the store. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: ARC Labrador Retriever pups, excellent field trial championship and hunting background, make excellent pets. Allendale. (616) 895-7502. USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) Many tree branches became heavy with ice and brought down power and telephone lines when they fell. Hearing Tests Set For Senior Citizens Free Electronic Hearing tests will be given at the Maple Grove Community Bldg., 721 Durkee Rd., Thursday, Jan­ uary 10, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Factory trained hearing aid specialists will be at location listed below to perform the test. Anyone who has trouble hearing or understanding speech clearly is welcome to have a test using our modern elect­ ronic equipment to determine if his loss is one which may be helped. Diagrams showing how the ear works and some of the causes of hearing loss will be available. Everyone should have a hearing test at least once a year if there is any trouble at all hearing clearly. Even people now wearing a hearing aid or those who have been told nothing could be done for them should have a hearing test and find out about the current methods of hearing correction. The free hearing test will* be given at the Maple Grove Community Bldg., 721 Durkee Rd., Thursday, January 10, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you cannot make the tests on the scheduled day, call my new office location at 614 Capital N.E., Battle Creek, Ml 965-3305, for an in-home appoint­ ment. BELTONE HEARING AID SERVICE PARTICIPATES IN THE BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN HEARING AID PROGRAM .. . WE ACCEPT MEDICAID WHEN ELIGIBLE. All HEARING AIDS FITTED ON 30 DAY RETURN PRIVILEGE �The Mople Volley Newt. Nothville, Tuesday. January 8, 1985 — Page 6 Seniors now qualify for surplus food Seven-Foot ‘Bear’ and pals to appear at local church The public is invited to see Howard, the seven-foot tall bear and his pals from Nash­ ville when they appear at Vermontville Bible Chruch at 7 p m on Wednesday, Jan 10. In addition to the big bear, the audience will meet the Puppet Prospectors, Grandpa Wisely, the Rhinestone Cowboy and see inspiring multi-image slide programs, comic clowns and other attractions These nationally famous muppets have traveled from Washington D.C. to Alaska, leaching Christian character and Bible stories whereever they go. For more in­ formation, please contact Pastor Daniel Smith at (517) 726-0647 or 726-1007. The Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 N. Main St., Vermontville. Here is some good news for seniors: You may now qualify to receive surplus food. Under pressure from Community Action Agen­ cies, the state eligibility regulations for the program have been expanded for persons 60 years and older. The new income guidelines are based upon 160 percent of the federal poverty level as listed below: Income eligibility guidelines for seniors 60 years of age and older ef- How do you guarantee a home for your family, even if you’re not there? At Joint Installation of Nashville Lodge No. 255 and Kalamo Lodge No. 327 on Dec. 22, at Nashville Masonic Temple, Floyd A. Clark was installed as worshipful master. Other officers installed were: Rick Duits, senior warden; Terrence Mix, junior warden; Bryce MacDonald, treasurer; Clayton Newland, secretary; Raymond Dull, chaplain; Gerrand Shattuck, senior deacon; Paul Busson, junior deacon; Carl Heaton and John DeLaat, stewards; and Gerald Felzke Tyler. Installing officers were: Auto-Owners Mortgage Life Insurance goes beyond your homeowners insurance to make sure your family will have a home if something should ever happen to you. And, it’s a very affordable protection to have. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Mortgage Life Insurance can be no problem for your home and family. Tlr&No PrMfrnfayfilg, ~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones Maple Valley/Lakewood Community Education — WINTER ENRICHMENT CLASSES — CALL AND ENROLL... 852-9275 CLASS TIME DATE COST LENGTH LOCATION INSTRUCTOR ....... 7:00-9:00 p.m. Jan.14 $6.00 6 wks. M.V.H.S. Advanced First Aid & CPR..............6:30-9:30 p.m. ’Crewel Embroidery....................... 7:00-9:00 p.m. Jan.14 Jan.21 N/C $15.00 8 wks. 6 wks. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Peabody Reese Oster S. Brumm Jan.15 Jan.15 Jan.22 $10.00 $20.00 $15.00 8 wks. 8 wks. 6 wks. Maplewood OSKA Maplewood OSKA M.V.H.S. Bracy Jan. 23 $15.00 6 wks. M.V.H.S. Beginning Guitar........ ........... 6:30-7:00 p.m. Beginning Guitar........ ........... 7:00-7:30 p.m. Beginning Guitar........ ........... 7:30-8:00 p.m. Beginning Guitar........ ........... 8:00-8:30 p.m. Beginning Guitar........ .......... 8:30-9:00 p.m. ‘Basketweaving, Beg........... 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p .m. Jan.24 Jan.24 Jan.24 Jan.24 Jan.24 Jan.31 $4.50 $4.50 $4.50 $4.50 $4.50 $7.00 6 wks. 6 wks. 6 wks. 6 wks. 6 wks. 1 wk. Impact of Color........... Typing......................... Feb. 21 Feb. 7 $10.00 $20.00 4 wks. 9 wks. M.V.H.S. Dockter M.V.H.S. Dockter M.V.H.S. Dockter M.V.H.S. Dockter M.V.H.S. Dockter Mead-O-Acres DeMond M.V.H.S.Colwell M.V.H.S. Rosin MONDAY Parenting............ TUESDAY Junior Karate........ Family Karate........ Photography............ ......6:00-7:00 p.m. ........ 7:00-9:00 p.m. .......... 7:00-9:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY Total Personal Beauty .................. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Elliston THURSDAY .......... 6:15-9:45 p.m. ‘Supplies are extra. COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ELEMENTARY STUDENTS TIME STARTING DATECOST LOCATION LENGTH ...........2:50-4:50 p.m. Jan.14 $10.00 M.V.H.S. 4 days ........... 2:50-4:50 p.m. Jan.28 $12.50 M.V.H.S. 5 days Monday ■ Thursday Grades 2 A3..... increasingly concerned that seniors on fixed incomes and with high medical bills were left out of this program.” Persons over 60 who qualify will be able to receive cheese, butter, milk, honey, rice, flour, and cornmeal as they become available for distribution in the area. The Commission on Aging, in cooperation with the Community Action Agency, is taking applications from seniors. If you have not gotten a Commodity Card or think you may now be eligible under the new Clark installed as worshipful master of Nashville Masonic No problem. Stan Trumble fective Jan. 1 according to household size and gross monthly income respec­ tively: 1, $664; 2, $896; 3, $1,128; and 4, $1,360. Eligibility for persons under 60 years of age will continue to be determined at 130 percent of the federal poverty level. Rae Hoare, Governing Board Chairperson of the CAASCM expressed the feeling of the board, saying, “We are glad that CAA could be instrumental in bringing about this increased service to low-income seniors of our community. We have been Leon Webster, grand in­ stalling officer; James Conley, grand chaplain; Edwin Tudor, grand secretary; and Alton Darling, grand marshal. guidelines, contact Pat Fox at the Commission on Aging on Monday through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each senior applying needs to bring proof of income, residency, number in household and designate which county site is most convenient to attend. Ap­ plications will be taken until Jan. 31. Seniors are en­ couraged to apply early to avoid delays at the sites in February. For more in­ formation, please call COA at 948-8061. Please Note that seniors and other persons on lowsodium diets should be aware that surplus cheese, like most processed cheese, has a high sodium content. A two ounce serving of cheese contains 636 milligrams of sodium. The National Research Council indicates that a “safe and adequate” sodium intake per day is about 1,100 to 3,300 milligrams for an adult. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS January 8 - West Michigan Area Swine Production Seminar, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Coopersville High School Library. January 8,15, 22 & Feb. 5, 12 - Basic Dairy Cattle Nutrition and Feeding. This is a continuing series of lectures spon­ sored by Dr. Thomas from MSU. The lectures will take place at the OldeKent Inn, Kent City, from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. A $35 per person fee will be charged for meals and registration. January 9- 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. January 11-13 - 4-H YEA Facilitator Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. January 14 - 4-H Dairy Goat Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. January 14 - Commodity Marketing Update, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. January 15 - Swine disease meeting, 7 p.m., County Center Building, fairgrounds, Kalamazoo. January 15-17 - Michigan Association of Nurserymen’s Convention, Grand Center, Grand Rapids. January 16 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ tension office, Hastings. January 16 - 4-H Horse Slides, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. January 17 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. January 18-19 - Michigan Cattlemen’s Convention and Trade Show, Hyatt Regency, Flint, Mich. Convention opens at 9 a.m. Jan. 18, and closes at 3 p.m. Jan. 19. January 19 - Mid-Michigan Swine Day, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Lovell High School, Grand Ledge. January 21 - Sprayer Calibration Seminar, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. January 22, 29 & Feb. 5, 12 - Dairy Cattle Breeding and Genetics Shortcourse, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., MABC Headquarters on Forest Road, East Lansing. Course fee of $15 for registration and materials covers all four courses. Par­ ticipants will need to purchase their lunch. January 22 - West Michigan Area Swine Production Seminar, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Coopersville High School Library. January 22 - 4-H Stitchery Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. January 22-24 - Great Lakes Vegetable Growers Convention, Lansing Civic Center, Lansing. January 23-24 - Michigan Ag Buildings and Machinery Conference, Grand Rapids Hilton. January 26 - 4-H Dairy Pizza Party, 8 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. January 26 - Central Michigan Ag Day, 9 a.m/- 3 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Monday - Friday Grades 4-6.......... ONE EVENING SEMINARS ON AVARIETY OF TOPICS SEMINAR TIME DATE COST LOCATION INSTRUCTOR Jan.22 N/C M.V.H.S. Operation Identification-Neighborhood Watch Drug Awareness............... Sergeant Rick Wahl Feb.19 N/C M.V.H.S. Family Law........................ ........... 6:30-8:30 p.m. Current Issues In Driver Safety....... 7:00-8:30 p .m. Housing and Consumer Law............ 6:30-8:30 p .m. Feb.25 Mar. 19 Mar. 25 $1.50 N/C $1.50 M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Sheriff Dave Woods Sgt. Smith Legal Aid Sgt. Rick Wahl Legal Aid TUESDAY Home Security........... ........... 7:00-8:30 p.m. We will have Seminars on: Stop Smoking, Weight Control, Cancer and Arthritis in April and May. Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Friday 'til 7 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1985 Storm, Page 7 continued from page 5 A large tree on the property of Justin Cooley fell to ground, unable to carry its heavy load of ice. Cooley was forced to cut up the tree for removal. This line on Phillips Street in Nashville was ripped to This is a common sight around southwest Michigan. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) ■LiSK Chris Miller of Nashville hauls away fallen branches. "It hit us all at once," he said. ■r&isEa®. LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) tjWkiifth Mi Stoat Nashville was one of the hardest hit in the ice storm. Maple Valley Schools C - Jfctepn Asmt) i Non tosfate.Miji '. LUNCH MENU ^.(jsnMoee^iin .Baa IS foe Sfc’3 into Fuller St. School Monday, Jan. 14 Hot dogs or cheese dogs, tri taters, baked beans. Tuesday, Jan. 15 Pizza, celery and carrots, applesauce, cookie. Wednesday, Jan. 16 Beef barbecue on bun or chef salad, stewed tomatoes, pears, Granola bar. Thursday, Jan. 17 Hot ham and cheese on bun, sweet potatoes, plums, pickles. Friday, Jan. 18 End of semester. No school. Note: Milk is served with each meal. ■* foyCrtjFiiMifolt ito$ itetajCattastoteiia' pct, flit liitiitafo|i j(tesatJ|m.toli jj&jpStoeDa?J:hIv ■iGnalW i^CaiintoS*’^1 teOtea 1U IFAV^J* (Eastlto^jj Etlt^j ^"SE* E* - *>* Castleton Township Supervisor Justin Cooley shovels snow and ice away from the sidewalk leading to the Castleton township hall. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday, Jan. 14 Chicken nuggets, green beans, pears, biscuits and honey. Tuesday, Jan. 15 Hot dogs, baked beans, French fries, fresh fruit. Wednesday, Jan. 16 Spaghetti, peas, ap­ plesauce, rolls and butter. Thursday, Jan. 17 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, corn, peaches. Friday, Jan. 18 End of first semester. No school. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. It's a boy Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! Mr. and Mrs. John and Deb. (Barton) Peplinski of Lake Leelanau, MI are the proud parents of a son, Eric John, born Dec. 17 weighing in at 10 lbs. 2 oz. Deb is a former Nashville resident. Contact Care FOR YOUR EYES We have reduced prices on all contact lens supplies. s CHECK US OUT Diabetics, check us for LOW insulin prices • Regular lletin I • Lente lletin I • NPH lletin I *7.84 • Humulin N • Humulin R PER VIAL MACE PHARMACY HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.rrv Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 ^j^OOOOOOOOOOOQOQOQOQQQOMW10MWQQQQQQ(OOOOOOOOQOOOOOOQOQOQQOOQQ^^ | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1985 — Page 8 Sec. of State says ‘84 mixed with disappointment and promise Maple Valley Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, January 9, 1985; 7:00 p.m. 1. Presentation by high school teachers Steve MacDonald and Jerry Reese regarding the compu­ ter program. 2. Report on the Lakewood-Maple Valley com­ munity education program by Kay Hartzler. 3. Approval to dismiss school at 1:30 p.m. in­ stead of 2:30 p.m. on February 5th. allowing time for a two hour in-service curriculum meeting. 4. Approval of the sixth grade camping program for the 1985-86 school year at Long Lake from Oc­ tober 1-4th. 5. Approval of a teaching contract for June Wal­ lace for the period January 7, 1985 thru March 29, 1985 substituting for Judy Rohr who will be on mat­ ernity leave. 6. Action related to administrator contract ex­ tensions. 7. Approval of a secretary for Kellogg Elemen­ tary School. 8. Report on gym bleacher inspection at the high school. Inspection was done by H & H Enterprises of Grand Haven. 9. General report on school insurance program. 10. General consideration of energy conserva­ tion audit through the Michigan School Business Of­ ficials. 11. Committee Reports Board Members and Telephone Numbers David Hawkins Dale Ossenheimer, Ronald Tobias...... Wayne Cogswell . Irma Jean Baker _ Paula Cole.......... LeRoy Sleeper.... 852-0749 Jr. 852-1674 .852-9476 . 852-9745 726-0050 ..543-5669 .726-0297 For traffic safety, the year 1984 held both a disap­ pointment and a promise for the future, according to Secretary of State Richard H. Austin. It saw a Senate-passed mandatory seat belt bill come within four votes of passage in the House. This is the best we have done to date in mustering support for adoption of this vital traffic safety legislation and I am confident we?’ will see this adopted in 1985, Austin said. It also saw the promulgation of a federal rule to mandate airbags if states do not pass seat belt laws. Three states New York, New Jersey and Illinois - have complied. Another disappointment was the fact that traffic deaths rose in 1984 for the first time since 1979. This underscores the need for safety belt legislation to reduce deaths, injuries, costs and personal pain and suffering. State Police statistics still incomplete for 1984, show 1,486 highway deaths compared with 1,317 in 1983. The past year also saw Health Dept, warns against Carbon Monoxide gas •NOTICE* Carbon monoxide poisoning looms as a real health hazard during winter months due to the use of heating devices and fuel burning equipment, said Robert Shaffer of the BarryEaton District Health Department. “The Health Department is especially concerned for county residents with electrical outage, resorting to the use of unknown faulty heating devices,” he said. Carbon monoxide gas is an unseen hazard. It is in­ visible, odorless, tasteless, and deadly. Nearly 10,000 Americans are affected annually by exposure to carbon qionoxide gas and need medical care as a result. Approximately 1,400 of these persons die from exposure to carbon monoxide gas. About 70 percent of these deaths occur in the home. “The incidence of death The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on December 19, 1984. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 In­ dependence Blvd., Charlotte or Phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. Linda M. Twitched Clerk of the Board of Commissioners NOTICE Vermontville Village Residents There will be no raking or burning of leaves or other debris on Village streets surfaced with blacktop. BY ORDER OF VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL Mater’s RAPID OIL & TIRE SPECIAL mUaUnU VittA ADll U U WfKDAAKNiVmlL CtKD RmAnDIiAliLeS $7■ Q&00 these major accomplishments by the Department of State for service, efficiency, and consumer protection: -Complete installation of two way computer terminals in all 172 full-time branch offices to instantaneously register all branch office transactions in Lansing, eliminating time, paper­ work, and reducing staff. This new system also provides law enforcement with a daily record of all driver licenses and license plates issued. —Registered the five millionth voter in branch offices. Since 1975, individuals may register to vote or change their registration address in branch offices when they purchase licenses or plates. -Worked with local election officials to suc­ cessfully administer a presidential election which posted a near record voter turnout. -Improved testing of first time applicants for motorcycle licenses. In 1984, LUBE, oil & FILTER cludes up to 5 qts. major brand oil, b brication of front end. Check air presre and all fluid level. mostu.s.cars j ______ A < N<D TRjUCcKS- and illness from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning can be greatly reduced by taking the following action,” Shaffer added. He urged that any heating equipment using gas, oil, wood, and kerosene be vented; that, in addition to acute carbon monoxide poisoning resulting in death, considerable danger lies in daily exposure to low con­ centration of carbon monoxide gas in the en­ vironment, due to small furnace leaks that were not checked by qualified per­ sons. “A person so exposed for prolonged periods may experience headaches, dizzy spells, anemia, weakness, mental depression, ner­ vousness, irritability, and circulatory impairment,” he explained. ACTION-ADS KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) the Department of State set up 61 testing sites statewide to perform required testing under a new law requiring stricter testing for new motorcyclists. -Joined the International Registration Plan to make it easier for truckers - to register trucks in all states, provinces, and countries in North America. -Took initial steps to plan the observance of Michigan’s Sesquicentennial (150th birthday) in 1987. -Began an investigation of used cars sold with unlawfully altered mileage readings. Of the thousands of vehicles investigated, a total of 2,800 proved to have altered mileage readings and their owners were notified. Because lower mileage vehicles bring greater prices, the so called practice of altering mileage has become a major serious consumer fraud in Michigan. A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative HOUSE MEMBERS TO BE SWORN IN THIS WEEK - The members of Michigan’s 83rd Legislature will be sworn in at noon on Wednesday, January 9, in the House Chamber ofthe Michigan House of Representatives. The 110-member House will include 53 Republicans and 57 Democrats. CABLE TV THEFT BILL SIGNED INTO LAW Legislation that was adopted by the Michigan Legislature providing a maximum one-year prison sentence and a $500 fine for anyone convicted of altering telecommunications equipment to avoid paying service charges has been signed into law by the governor. SENIOR CITIZEN LEGISLATION ENACTED - A number of bills passed by the Legislature dealing with senior citizen housing have been signed into law by the governor. Public Acts 363 and 357 (House Bills 5540 and 5672), which amend the Older Michiganian’s Act to establish a program that will be operated by the Office of Services to the Aging, allow lowinterest financing for private sector construction of shared housing developments. The financing of such shared housing projects will be handled by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). Public Act 356 (H.B. 5628) allows senior citizens to extend their rental leases in mobile home parks converting to condominiums. OTHER NEW LAWS ENACTED - Other measures signed into law include P.A. 303 (H.B. 5709), legislation allowing people who sell their used cars within 30 days of purchasing new cars to apply for sales tax refunds until February 1, 1985. Public Act 314 (H.B. 4079). enhances Michigan’s “Good Samaritan Law” by granting civil immunity for damages caused during good faith efforts by individuals asked by fire marshals to aid in an emergency. Under P.A. 307 (H.B. 5460), all licensed hunters, not just those using firearms, must wear orange during firearms deer season and applies the. requirement to all lands. BUSINESS REFORMS SIGNED INTO LAW - Several House and Senate bills dealing with business and labor were also signed into latf by the governor. Public Act 304 (H.B. 5588) extends the disability definition in the worker’s compensation disability act until June 30,1985. Business Tax from $10,000 to $20,000. The governor did, however, veto legislation (H.B. 4013) that would have allowed limited interstate regional banking. The legislation also included amending the state’s branch banking regulations. — NOTICE — Vermontville Village Residents Tree branches will be picked up if piled between sidewalk and street. 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BY ORDER OF VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL �tl?e Most Beautiful Day of ^our bife start with the finest WEDDING STATIONERY choose from our selection of WEDDING INVITATIONS • WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS • THANK YOU CARDS • RECEPTION CARDS • NAPKINS • WEDDING MATCHES • ACCESSORIES Sample books may be taken out overnight for selection at your convenience Mliider Phone 945-9554 Hastings �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, January 8, 1985 — Page 10 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger The Vermontville Senior Citizens, which was scheduled for January 10, has been cancelled until February. This was a New Year’s Day and week to be remembered as a time of cancellations, power outages, homes without heat or lights, and other discomforts. Due to the most severe ice storm in 12 years, electricity was cut off about 4 a.m. on New Year’s Day. To some residents, including West Main and business section, it was restored at 9:20 p.m. that night. Many on South Main and south rural areas were without power due to a live wire which fell in Seely Lazo’s yard and caused a fire. Their power wasn’t restored until Friday evening. J.R.’s Party Store was closed all week. Here it is, Sunday, and ice still clinging to trees, etc. as the temperature has been below freezing all week. although there was a little melting on Saturday and Sunday. Many people had to leave their homes to stay with friends or relatives who had woodburning stoves. On Monday, Dec. 31, a Mrs. Verna McDonald from Lansing hit a patch of ice, causing an accident near the home of Mrs. Jane Thran. She was taken to Pennock Hospital by ambulance with fractured ribs and collar bone where she still remains. Mrs. Hermina Southern visited her son-in-law, Jim Hadden, at Pennock Hospital on Thursday, and on Friday accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Sam Southern of Charlotte to visit her sister-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth Stowe, who is a surgical patient at Ionia Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Wells received a Christmas greeting from Mr. Colin and Eileen Thorne from a university in London. About six years ago Colin spent a HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD OtLIVtRIIIC-PUIIIIIIIC-tSTIMITIMC-MTIIIC Call and Compare...852-O882 In Mathvilla -1 block Eost on the frocks DOW - STYROFOAM INSULATION %"x4x8 I"x4x8 2"x4x8 T&G T&G T&G R-4.1 R-5.4 R-10.8 CELOTEX - INSULATING SHEATHINGS '/» "x4x8 Brown Board Tuff-R Tuff-R Thermax ’/a "x4x8 ’/a "x4x9 '/a "x4x8 R-1.32 R-3.6 R-3.6 R-3.6 NU-WOOL-CELLULOSE INSULATION Blowers Available 30 lb. bag mma few days with the Wells. Mrs. Mina Barnes, 104 years old, suffered a light stroke Friday and is a patient at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Frances Olson is at the home of her son in Lansing, recuperating from a fall she received on New Year’s Eve. The UMW meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 10 has been cancelled until February. Now, it is time to take down the holiday decorations and turn to the business and problems of 1985. Holiday visitors for Mina Barnes and Greta Firster were Mrs. Geneva Knoll and granddaughters, Mrs. Freida Laurent of Nashville, Mrs. Virginia Lodig of Battle Creek, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Boughner of Grand Ledge, Mrs. Woodruff of Lansing, and Mr. and Mrs. William Harmon of Nashville. Mrs. Firster attended the funeral of Adam Eilems in Sheridan Saturday. Greta Firster had a card and letter from Bernd Reberi of West Germany. He is married and has a baby boy. Bernd was a Maple Valley exhcange student and he stayed with Mr. and Mrs. G. Kiehl in Nashville. Several from Nashville and Vermontville are saving their “pennies” to play bingo in Windsor, Canada, Jan. 26. They hope to break the bingo bank. Mrs. Firster spent Tuesday in Lansing Char­ tering an Indian Trails bus for Florida, Feb. 18, and for Alaska, July 1. Mr. Bill Harmon of Nash­ ville, formerly of Ver­ montville, slipped on the ice and now has one foot and ankle in a cast Mrs. Harmon had surgery on the ankle she broke last fall. It hasn’t been healing properly. Vermontville 4-H Archery Club meets Sunday There will be a meeting of the Vermontville Jr. Far­ mers Archery Club on Sunday, Jan. 13 from 2-4 p.m. at the Valley Bowman’s Indoor range in Nashville. Call 726-1453 for information. Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Only noo JL V per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY ... Send my subscription to: NAME [[ ADDRESS I(( I CITY ___________________ STAT Enclosed is my payment for: l_J $10 Barry rC~ ou n\ty $13.50 Other Areas ZIP m $8.50 Studjents. (9 month.ls) » —. $12 Surrounding Counties (Al.egon, Calhoun, Eaton. Ionia Kalamazoo. Kent) OrCall1948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 I | , | Mary Herbert - Roger Geiger wed Mary Ellen Herbert and Roger Fredrick Geiger were united in marriage Satur­ day, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville. Mary is the daughter of Kendal and Hazel Herbert of Lake Odessa. Roger is the son of Fred and Elvetta Geiger of Woodland, James C. Brillhart and Thomas Voyles were the officiating ministers. Diane Ferris and Richard Winkler served as vocalists. Maid of honor was Amy Herbert, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Sheryl Smith and Sue Peacock, both friends of the bride. Flower girls were Kristy Mitchell and Gretchen Reed, also friends of the bride. Best man was Randy Geiger, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Gary Geiger and Tom Simmons, brother and brother-in-law of the groom. Serving as junior bride and groom were Nikki Hazel, friend of the bride, and David Ramey, nephew of the groom. A reception followed at the Grace Wesleyan Church in Hastings. After the recep­ tion, the couple took a honeymoon to Mackinac Island, then took another one to Hawaii in November. The couple now resides in Woodland. Local families needed to host European Exchange students Local families are needed to host Scandinavian, German, Swiss, British and Dutch high school exchange students by the non-profit American Scandinavian Student Exchange (ASSE International Student Ex­ change Programs). ASSE is affiliated with the Swedish and Finnish Departments of Education and is officially designated by the U.S. Information Agency as an Exchange Visitor Program. All students are fluent in English and carefully screened in Europe by their school and ASSE. The students, 16 and 17 years old, have their own spending money and complete medical and liability in­ surance. The host family furnishes meals, housing and love! ASSE provides strong support for families and students throughout the year with well-trained local volunteers who are in con­ tact with the family and student on a regular basis, according to Warren Clague, ASSE Midwestern Director. Students arrive in August and are eager to learn about America and to experience living as part of a warm and loving family. They will attend your local high school and return home to Europe in late June or early July 1986. Families with junior high school age children or younger and those with children no longer living at home are especially en­ couraged to apply. ASSE is also seeking qualified American high school students, ages 16, 17 and 18, who would like to spend a year attending school and living with a Scandinavian, German, Swiss, British, or Dutch family, or take part in a sixweek family stay in Europe during the summer of 1985. Interested parties please contact: Bev Wyhowski, 47080 M-43, Bangor, MI 49013 or call 616-427-8333. Start The New Year out right... Make an Appointment at... The Village Hair Port HAPPY BIRTHDAY JODI The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml 726-0257 Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 8, 1985 — Page 11 Serving Our Country All in Vain Maple Valley's Pat Resseguie (top) wrestles against a Concord opponent in the abbreviated Maple Valley Invitational last Saturday. The 8-team tournament was scrubbed after power was lost in the Maple Valley gym on two occasions. The tournament started at 10:00 a.m. but was stopped by 12:30 when troubles began in the Vermontville sub-station, which supplies power to the gym. Power was finally restored but was lost again by 1:45 p.m. when a tree limb fell on a power line. The decision was then made to cancel the tournament and it will not be made up. (Maple Valley News photo) 4-H horse group to meet The Eaton County 4-H Horse Development Com­ mittee will hold their monthly meeting on Thur­ sday, Jan. 10, at 7:30 p.m., at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The horse and pony judge for the 1985 fair will be selected during the meeting and plans for the year will also be discussed. All 4-H horse project members, leaders and parents are welcome to attend the meeting; however, voting for the fair judge will be restricted to registered 4-H Clubs who have had a representative at at least eight of the 1984 Horse Development Com­ mittee meetings. These clubs will be allowed four voting representatives, comprised of the club leader, assistant leader and two club members. If the club does not have an assistant or co­ leader, a third member may vote. For more information on the 4-H horse program contact the Eaton County Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. School open to those needing to walk for health If you need to walk a distance each day for health reasons and find that dif­ ficult to do outside in the wintertime, you may walk around the halls at Maple Valley High School. Walking hours will begin Jan. 7 from 4-7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. You are welcome to just come in and walk, or you may call ahead if you like. For further information, call Maple Valley Community Education at 852-9275. Volunteers need for Lucky Suns Local Al-Alon meeting The Lucky Suns 4-H Club at Meadowview School, will soon be starting their meetings. Volunteers will be needed to assist these 4-H’ers (who are Meadowview students) with their 4-H projects. They plan to be doing projects in personal appearance, foodsnutrition, and clay shaping. If you would be interested in the rewards of being a Vermontville Al-Anon meetings at Vermontville United Methodist Church, Mondays at 8 p.m. Phone 726-0087. (EOW). volunteer with handicapped students, the time com­ mitment would only involve helping on some Fridays between Jan. 11 and March 29, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. For more information on this opportunity to help others (either on a weekly basis or as substitute) call Jean Creyts, 322-0315 or the Eaton County Cooperative Extension office. For Your Insurance Needs LIFE • HEALTH • IRA • HOME and • AUTO ...on • call... The Denny Smith Agency Agents; DENNY SMITH & BOB HARVEY 852-1801 or 852-1703 EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eqton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... REStMWTlAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (Wu service submersible pumps •NAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY T26-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST I 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 Raymond A. Ashcraft Airman Raymond A. Ash­ craft, son of Raymond J. and Margaret A. Ashcraft of 1572 S. Clark Road, Nashville, has been assigned to Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., after completing Air Force basic training. During the six weeks at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force. The airman will now receive specialized in­ struction in the com­ munications intelligence field. He is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Todd P. Wilmore Master Sgt. Todd P. Wilmore, son of Cleland E. and Eugenia C. Wilmore of 8445 Allegan Road, Ver­ montville, has been named outstanding senior non­ commissioned officer of the year for the 1986th In In-­ formation Systems Squadron at Zaragoza Air Base, Spain. The competition was based onjob knowledge, significant William Grinage Jr. Army Pvt. William Grinage Jr., son of William S. and Sheila I. Grinage of 218 Cleveland St., Nashville, has arrived for duty at Camp Stanley, South Korea. Grinage, an artillery fire­ support specialist with the 2nd Infantry Division, was previously assigned at Fort Sill, Okla. He is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley High School. SEE THE QUAD RACER NOW! Suzuki has hit the ATV world with one of the hardest 1-2 punches ever — the Quad Sport and Quad Racer, two fully-suspended four-wheelers aimed directly at the recreational/race market. ACTION-ADS They have many advantages over the cur­ rent batch of comparable three-wheelers, with the main one being incredible stability. Nothing on these two machines has been seen in the past, they're all new. It's a radic­ al step forward which is destined to change the face of the ATV market as we now know it. CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. 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DOUBLE COUPONS Wednesday, January 9 Johnny's OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. DOUBLE MANUFACTURER'S COUPONS OFFER limited to Mlgr. coupon of 50< or less la value and limited to oae coffee aad cigarette coupoa per tarn. Dy — LIMIT ONE COUPON per ITEM. NO DOUBLE COUPONS on Sale Item*— PRICES EFFECTIVE MONDAY, JAHUARY 7 THRU SUNDAY, JAHUARY 13,1985. QUANTITY RIGHTS RESERVED. COUPON COUPON COUPON SUHSHIHE REGULAR OR UHSALTH) CALIFORHIA Gold Medal Flour Krispy Cratkers Sunkist Havel Oranges 5 LB. BAG 16 OZ. WT 4 LB. BAG LIMIT 1 WITH $1000 PURCHASE EXCLUDIHG BEER WIRE 8t TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPOH EXPIRES SUHDAY, JAHUARY 13,1965. UM1T 1 WITH $10.00 PURCHASE EXCLUDIHG BEER WIRE Sr TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPOH EXPIRES SUHDAY JAHUARY 13,1985. At Your Shoppers Review Store At Your Shoppers Review Store LIMIT 1 WITH $10.00 PURCHASE EXCLUDIHG BEER WIRE St TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPOH EXPIRES SUHDAY. JAHUARY 13,1985. Your Shoppers Review Store COUPON ARMOUR Turkey Franks POU HD LIMIT 1 WITH $10.00 PURCHASE EXCLUDIHG BEER WIRE at TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPOH EXPIRES SUHDAY. JAHUARY 13. 1985. Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-01-15.pdf 261cb4a5f120b4ec11a04bf145367d77 PDF Text Text fiULK RATE PAID Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, Ml 49058 U.S. POSTAGE Hastings, Michigan 49058 °ERMIT NO 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 27 — Tuesday, January 15, 1985 Parent files Title IX descrimination complaint against M.V. Schools By Shelly Sulser The Maple Valley board of education will send a letter to the Michigan Department of Civil Rights in response to a Title IX discrimination complaint against the school by Carroll “Denny” Lamie. Alleging that the Maple Valley Public Schools has a history of favoring boys’ sports over girls’ sports, the complaint states that the schools provide paid coaches for boys’ sports while girls’ sports have volunteers, with the exception of the softball coach. The complaint, read by School Board President David Hawkins at the board’s meeting Wednesday, also stated that boys have sports uniforms purchased for them while girls’ sports must use handed down uniforms or hand-made ones. The complaint made by Lamie, whose 16-year-old daughter Carol participates in athletics at Maple Valley, also alleges that during the present school year, the boys’ basketball program has a paid coach or coaches, but girls’ basketball had a volunteer. In addition, the complaint claims the atheltic director, Larry Lenz, has said that if he had his way, there would be no girls’ sports. Lenz has denied making the statement. After the board responds to the complaint, which must be done within 30 days of notification, the parties involved will meet with a field representative at the Michigan Department of Ciyil Rights in Lansing for a fact finding conference, according to department spokesman Jim Horn. If it is determined that there is sufficient evidence for a case, and the problem cannot be resolved between the parties, the attorney general could charge the board with unlawful discrimination, which would result in a public hearing where witnesses would testify and evidence would be presented. The findings of the hearing would then be presented to the Michigan Department of Civil Rights committee, which consists of eight people appointed by the governor. Retaining the power and authority to dismiss the case if it sees fit, the committee could also order the board to cease and desist the alleged discrimination. In other school related business, Kathy Feaster of the State Education Department will be meeting with teachers, cooks, custodians and bus drivers on Jan. 18, to get their opinions and evaluations of the present school curriculums and facilities. Administrator contracts were voted on, resulting in two year renewals for Burr Hartenburg, Larry Lenz and Bill Christensen, whose contracts have been ex­ tended to June of 1987. Superintendent Carroll Wolff’s contract, which expires June 30, 1986, was extended to June 30, 1988. 'First Baby' is decendent of early Barry County pioneers The first baby to arrive at Pennock Hospital in 1985 is a direct decendent of some of the first pioneers of Barry County. Although Lexi Dawn Randy and Denise Kendra of Charlotte are the par­ ents of Lexi Dawn, the first baby to be born in Barry County in 1985. Because they do not reside in the county, the baby was not eligible for the Banner’s "first baby of the year" contest. Kendra of Charlotte was born Jan. 2 at 10:17 a.m., she was not eligible for the Banner’s “first baby’’ contest because she was not born to Barry county residents. Lexi’s parents are Randy and Denise (Wright) Kendra, 711 Warren Ave., Charlotte. Lexi’s roots go back to when her great, great, great, great, great grandparents, Solomon and Rebecca Stanton and John Larabee originally settled in Barry County, according Lexi’s grandmother, Mrs, Dewayne Wright. Larabee’s son Cyrus P., owned a blacksmith’s shop, a pioneer store and was postmaster in Cedar Creek from the 1840’s to the 1880’s. Many of their decendants still live in Hastings and the Barry County area. Weighing 8 lbs. 7 ozs. when born, Lexi is the grandaughter of Dewayne and Barbara Wright of Ver­ montville, and Jerry and Caroline Kendra of Charlotte. Lexi’s great grandparents are Don and Veda Wright, algo of Charlotte. She has two brothers, Eli and Zachary. Little Lexi’s mom, Denise, was born and lived near Vermontville for 21-years. Denise' attended Maple Valley Schools, graduating with the class of 1975, and worked at Nashville’s Baby Bliss for four-years. Maple valley student devises computer game After spending countless hours of his free time in front of a computer terminal, Jeff Hudson has masterpieced a "Ghostbusters" computer game. Hudson, who lives in Nashville, is a sophomore at Maple Valley where he learned the pro­ gramming procedure in his computer science class, taught by Steve MacDonald. Here, Jeff demonstrates the game to Wayne Cogswell, Jean Baker, Loren Lehman and Burr Hartenburg. sy News photo by Shelly Sulser) The board could not agree whether to extend Principal Howard Yost’s contract for one or two years. The vote resulted in a 3-3 tie so Yost’s contract was tabled until the next meeting when an absent board member can be present to break the tie. Carroll Wolff announced to the board that Cost Thermal Systems of Owosso will be checking the bus garage, the central office and the storage building for asbestos, on Monday, Jan. 14. The school buildings will also be rechecked. An asbestos inspection was done in 1983, but at that time, non­ public buildings were not required to be inspected. In other action, the board: — Accepted the resignations of: Tom Taylor, a junior high math, science and shop teacher at Maple Valley for the past 12 years; Dan Watson who has served as the head football coach, as well as senior high math teacher for 15 years; and Sandra Dent, a kindergarten and remedial reading SCHOOLS, contimed on page 11 Eaton County Commission proposes straightening Reed Street curve This curve on Reed Street in Nashville could be straightened, if a plan proposed by the Eaton County Road Commission is approved. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) By Shelly Sulser If you think Nashville’s Reed Street curve is a traffic hazzard, there may be some hope in sight. A representative of the Eaton Couhty Road Com­ mission proposed a plan at the Nashville council meeting Thursday that would cost the village roughly $7,500, a fraction of the total amount it would take to straighten the curve. The road commission plans to use 75-percent of a federal grant to repair Nash­ ville Highway, which in­ cludes the “S” curve op Reed Street. According to Nashville Village President John Hughes, even though Nash­ ville is not in Eaton County, it would still be required to pay 25-percentof the project. In view of the major Francis Street bridge CURVE, continued on page 11 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. January )5. 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Tales of the Great New Year’s Ice Storm still are the topic of the day in our community as folks continue to swap stories of how they survived their own in­ dividual bouts with the elements during the widespread electrical power outage. Sleeping bags, kerosene heaters, camping cookstoves and fireplaces were a blessing to those fortunate to have those facilities on hand. Many folks sought shelter with relatives or friends whose homes are heated by woodburning stoves or who had auxiliary heat. Nashville seemed to be one of the hardhit areas in the storm, but luckily had power restored much more rapidly than many other communities in the region. As it was during the ice storm of March 1972, which also seemed to target Nashville, the camaraderie and feelings of genuine care and concern helped lighten the burden for many here. Although we were for­ Alaska, where she visited tunate to have no serious Les and Kathleen Murphy injuries in our community and their four-month-old because of the storm, one daughter Anne Catherine. It who was a victim of sorts was a first time visit to was Mrs. Mary Castelein, Alaska for Mrs. Murphy and who contracted pneumonia a chance for her to spoil her after getting chilled during new granddaughter. The the power outage. She was return trip home was slightly hospitalized Jan. 3, and delayed in Seattle while the returned home last Friday. plane’s wings were cleared Mrs. Castelein will be of ice; otherwise it was a confined to the house for good flight both ways. another week. We wish her a Recent houseguests of the very speedy recovery. Dave Murphys of Nashville The Builders Class of were Cinda and Quentin United Methodist Church Ward of Arlington, Texas, will meet at 8 p.m. Wed­ who arrived Jan. 3 after nesday, Jan. 23, at the home spending the holidays with of Mr. and Mrs. Judd Cooley relatives in North Dakota. of Nashville. Friday, Jan. 4, the Murphys Mrs. Helen Furlong of held a late Christmas with Nashville is a patient at Jeff and Rae Murphy and Pennock Hospital in daughters and the Wards. Hastings. She was Cinda and Quentin left by hospitalized last week. train Jan. 6, so that she could Christmas Day guests of resume her studies at Jeff and Rae Murphy and University of Texas at daughters of Nashville were Arlington, from which she Dave and Rosalie Murphy, will graduate in May. local. Later in the day Tuesday evening house Rosalie left for Anchorage, guests of the Murphys were George and Janet Ward of Slayton, Oregon, who NASHVILLE VFW No. 8260 arrived with Cinda and Quentin from North Dakota. The George Wards left for Oregon Wednesday. While here they visited daughter Mardi Pontius and Ashley of Lansing and friends in the area. Mrs. Gloria Johncock of Serving... 5:30-7:30 PIVI Nashville entered Blodgett VFW 8260 in NASHVILLE Hospital in Grand Rapids — PUBLIC INVITED — last week Monday for treatment of fractured vertebrae. At the time of this report it was unknown how long she would be confined. The address there is 1840 Wealthy S.E., 49506. When a person who has Mrs. Gale (Cooley) worked under Social Security Chaffee, of Nashville dies, a $255 lump sum benefit sustained injuries in a twoto meet death expenses is paycar crash south of town Thursday morning, and is able. It can be claimed only still confined to Pennock by the qualified surviving Hospital with multiple in­ spouse or an eligible child. juries, including a severely This Social Security death fractured right ankle. Mrs. benefit must be applied for Chaffee was southbound on M-66 about 9:30 a.m. when a within two years or it is pickup truck pulled into her lost. As your funeral direc­ path from Lawrence Road at tor, we can give you details. the Three Bridges in­ tersection. The station wagon Mrs. Chaffee was driving sustained major damage, but she was for­ tunate to have escaped more serious injury. Having recently completed a course in Word Processing at IN NASHVILLE Kellogg Community College, PHONE 852-0840 she was en route to a job interview in Battle Creek at the time of the mishap. FISH FRY Friday, January 18 VOGT FUNERAL HOME By Susan Hinckley An American Red Cross blood drive will be conducted Tuesday, Jan. 22, at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School gym. Chairperson Carleen Overholt reports that senior high youths in the classroom of teacher Chris Ricketts are helping to organize the event, which will be held from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Donors are needed. Mrs. Jean Withy of Kalamo asked us to remind our readers to save their old Christmas cards for craft project at area nursing homes. She already has made deliveries of cards to medical care facilities in Barry and Eaton counties. If you have old cards to donate, call Mrs. Withy of Ver­ montville 726-0317 to make arrangements for pick-up. Mrs. Elsie Ramsey of Nashville and her children and grandchildren gathered on Sunday, Dec. 16, for their annual family Christmas party. This year it was held at the Delton fire hall. Those attending came from Mid­ dleville, Grand Rapids, Burnips, Albion, Wyoming, Ionia, Charlotte, Dowling, Vermontville and Nashville. A delicious potluck dinner and visiting was enjoyed by all. On Christmas Eve Mrs. Elsie Ramsey went to Charlotte to the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Claudette and Ted Myers, and was a houseguest there until Dec. 28, when she returned to her residence. Also overnight Christmas guests at Charlotte were Ted’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rex Myers of Pontiac. Other Christmas Day dinner guests were Jeff and Robbie Weiler and Mark Myers, all of Vermontville; and Wendy Williams of Nashville. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ramsey of Holland were afternoon callers Saturday, Dec. 29, on Mrs. Elsie Ramsey. After visiting a while, they all enjoyed dinner at a local restaurant. The following day Mrs. Ramsey drove to Dowling to the home of her son, Glen and family for their Christmas gathering. Elsie enjoyed seeing her grandchildren and great­ grandchildren who were present for the event. Because of the ice storm and power outage, Elsie Ramsey spent New Year’s Day and night with Glen and Marilyn Ramsey of Dowling. After returning home Wednesday, she learned that they had also lost their power, after most of the Nashville area was back on line. Mr. and Mrs. David Ramsey, LeighAnn and Vincent of Ionia were callers Sunday, Jan. 6, on his mother, Mrs. Elsie Ramsey, and stayed for supper. David, who formerly taught in the Maple Valley school system, now is teaching at St. John’s Lutheran school in Ionia. Prior to that assignment he and his family had lived in Sturgis,, where he was on the faculty at Trinity Lutheran School Obituaries Margaret B. Clouse HASTINGS Mrs. Margaret B. (Peggy) Clouse, .67, of 2434 Schultz Rd., died Sunday, Jan. 13, 1985, at her home. She was born in Nashville on May 6, 1917, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Graham. She was a lifelong resident of this area. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Mrs. Clouse is survived by her husband, Clifford; two daughters, Mrs. Roger (Joanne) Mix of Hastings, and Mrs. Willard (Dixie) Babcock of Dowling; one son, George of Hastings; AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 a.m. P.M. Worship 6 p.m. North State, Nashv ille A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. eS—unJd—ay:: Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Thursday: VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...10 a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Church School .. 11 a.m. Morning Worship 11 MorningWorship 11a.m. a.m.Suda School 10 a Church Worship .11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. .. ..(Nursery Care Available) Wednesday: AP.MM. SSeerrvviiccee ... 1 17 a.mm. Fellowship Time After 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study 8 p.m.AWANA 7:00 p.m.P.M. Service 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m.REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PASTOR PAUL L. BOGER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 304 Phillips St., Nashville Assistant... Dan Smith 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST School. 9:45 a.m. CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE Sunday School .. 10 a.m. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Sunday: 203 N. State, Nashville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) P.M. 6:30 p.m. W .ed.. Service Seervviccee...... 7 7p.m p .m.. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sat. Mass Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Evening Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe Sunday School 10:30 a.ml..•- Wednesday Weorsnheisp p................. 7 p.m. at 6:30 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES REV. LEON POHL and earlier was a teacher at Howe Military Academy at Howe, Indian^. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came recently from Don and Jeanette Joseph in memory of Angeline Skedgell and Josephine Fleming Christiansen; from Raymond J. Babcock in memory of Payline Fleming Crispell; from Lilliam M. Curtis in memory of Pat Vogt, Albert Erwin and Robert Kalnbach; from May Smith, Jean Jensen, Tom and Ann Taylorr Jon and Sue Jensen, Bernice Shaw and Continued on page 6— Worship. REV WM S TRUMP JR REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. .m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR nine grandchildren; one brother, Keith Graham of Battle Creek; one sister, Bernie June Martin of Nash­ ville; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, at Delton Seventh Day Adventist Church. Burial will be in Cedar Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Delton. Memorial contributions may be made to Delton Seventh Day Adventist Church or the American Cancer Society. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1985_ Page 3 From our readers County government program planned To the Editor: As athletic director of Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, I am writing this letter to inform the public of the Title IX discrimination complaint which was filed by Dennis Lamie with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. The complaint alleges that Maple Valley Public Schools h^ a history of providing conditions ana opportunity for girls in the area of sports which is unequal to the conditions and opportunity for boys. More specifically the complaint states that (1) the only paid coach for girls sports is the girls varsity softball coach, but boy’s sports have paid coaches, (2) girls wear hand-me-down uniforms or uniforms made for them while boys get new uniforms, (3) during this school year the girls basketball program had a volunteer coach, but boy’s basketball has a paid coach or coaches, (4) the athletic director has been known to say if he had his way there would be no girls sports. I would like to respond to each of the allegations made by Mr. Lamie. Dealing with paid coaches and volunteers, the process used, because of the fact that the school district no longer funds the athletic program, is the following: (1) open coaching positions are first offered to any interested teacher in the Maple Valley School District. Under the teacher master contract, any teacher which is hired as a coach will be paid for their services. The payment for coaches is made by the Athletic Boosters, not the school system. (2) if the position had been filled the previous year by a volunteer coach and the coach had done a satisfactory job, the position is offered to that coach; (3) if there are no teachers interested in the coaching position and there is no volunteer coach from ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) the previous year to fill the position, it is then advertised in the Maple Valley News. Therefore, we have no control over the number of paid coaches in the athletic program or the sports in which paid coaches wish to take part in. As athletic director I recommend to the board of education in­ dividuals to fill the open positions. These recqmmefidatioris must be acted upon by the board of education. In regards to uniforms provided for our girls and boys teams the following situation now exists. Last year 40 new girls volleyball uniforms were purchased outfitting both the varsity and junior varsity teams. This year new varsity girls basketball uniforms and new girls track uniforms were purchased. This would leave only the girls softball uniforms which have not been replaced as of yet. As is the case in most all athletic departments, our policy in most cases is to purchase uniforms for the varsity level and then move the uniforms down to the junior varsity level. This policy is followed both in our girls and boys programs. All uniforms are purchased by the Athletic Boosters. The third issue deals with coaches in our girls and boys basketball programs. During the summer months, a member of the teaching staff applied for the varsity girls basketball coaching position. He was recom­ mended to the Board of Education. Because of a delay in the recom­ mendation being acted upon, the individual withdrew his name from consideration. Being that no other member of the teaching staff had applied, the volunteer coach who held the position the previous year was then recommended to and ap­ proved by the Board of Education. In response to Mr. Lamie’s allegation that I said there should be no girls sports, I can only say that the com­ ment was not made. I have made every attempt to fund, schedule and encourage girls sports equally with boys. If anyone has any questions regarding this matter or any questions dealing with any phase of our athletic program, I would be most happy to sit down and discuss them. 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(Visits to county depart­ information can be obtained ments and meet with county from the Extension office, officials.) Resource person: 543-2310 or 372-5594. All 67 graduates ofthe May 1984 Kellogg Community College Associate degree nursing program, who took the Michigan Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing, passed. Achieveing this outstanding accomplishment from Nashville was Judith A. Mishler. “It is a great achievement when first time takers from a class pass the examination,” said Doris Comer, Director of Nursing Education. “The College is very proud of these nursing students for their ac­ complishments.” BEGINNING OUR 49th YEAR to our many customers and friends who have helped us achieve a record year the best in our history. We look forward to serving you again in 1985. LOOK HOW YOU HAVE HELPED US GROW! *30,150.85 1937 1976 1979 1980 1983 1984 60,100,050.00 67,934,274.00 75,683,736.00 81,479,500.00 543-3880 CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. 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Your “local” savings and loan Eaton Federal and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE TOU HOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 043-3880 EATON RAPIOS, MICHIGAN - PHORE 683-1551 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852.1830 OLIVET, MICHIGAN • PHONE 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noon Snturdny �The Maple Volley News. Nashville. Tuesday. January 15. 1985 — Page 4 Struggles with "Old Man Winter" are nothing new by Susan Hinckley The recent ice storm that inundated Nashville and much of southern Michigan will surely go down in history as a record-setter for the widespread misery it caused. Nashville residents can add another exciting chapter to the saga of the village’s yearly battle with Old Man Winter — a struggle that has been recorded locally for well over a cen­ tury. Yellowing pages of The Nashville News echo seasonal scenes that have been repeated with variations for 100-plus years. Tales of those winters past are recaptured here with several such excerpts. Some of the items appeared earlier in a Memories published in January, 1981. Winter of 1874-75 February 2... “Another frigid, blustering snowstorm has set in as we go shiveringly to press this Thursday morning... Last Tuesday morning the ap­ proved, legal thermometer reading on Main Street was 23 degrees below zero”... February 9, “The weather in this locality has not been warmer than eight degrees below zero any morning for the past two weeks and has dropped as low as 34 degrees below”... March 5, “The snow is three feet or more deep on the level and still falling. The trains still are coming through regularly but this morning there were four locomotives on the eastbound train and even then it was tough going. Another terrific snowstorm set in Sunday night and has raged intermittently ever since. Verily, the old timers who have cried winter ain’t what she used to be are pulling in their chilly necks. Winter of 1880-81 January 1, “A cold wave struck this section on Tuesday night and the mercury sank to 20 degrees below zero before daylight on Wednesday. The pumps in almost every yard were Bitter winters were a hardship on both rural and village residents in Nashville's early days. Heavy storms hampered trains, requiring multiple locomotives to move them, but adequate snow covering was a boon to cutter and sleigh travel. Here, a team waits patiently for a farmer's sleigh to be loaded at the old 1881 grist mill on North Main. This winter scene predates the ''apple wing," which was added to the mill during the 1907-16 ownership of the F. L. Kyser family. Nashville suffered a scarcity of wood following a near-record bout of bitter December weather in the winter of 1901-02. The shortage gave some unscrupulous sellers an opportunity to practically double their prices. Two years later a coal famine threatened Nashville. When local supplies were exhausted in early February 1904, the cost of wood escalated to $3 a cord. This about-1910 photos shows a stockpile of wood near John Taylor's crate factory (center background), which stood on the north side of Reed Street, just east of State. The winter of 1903-04 was particularly hard on rural mail carriers. Roads were so bad in January that no local carrier was able to completely cover his rounds for several weeks, reported The Nashville News, and the first few days of February none even ventured out of town. This photo of that era shows a longtime Vermontville mail carrier believed to be Barna Kelley. The inscription superim­ posed on the post office building in background reads: Kelley, Vermontville mail carrier for 25 years." Note sleds displayed for sale behind youngsters at right. frozen up”... February 5, “Trains were delayed as much as six hours on Tuesday, due to heavy snow which drifted as much as 11 feet deep in places. By later afternoon the big snowplow had all tracks cleared... Thermometer 25 degrees below zero yesterday morning. The January thaw this year was a complete failure.” Winter of 1884-85 February 14, “This section has been visited by another big snowstorm, which was one of the most severe and distressing, not only to man and beast, but also to traffic and business, that ever visited us. The storm began Sunday night and continued three days. The railroad and highways were blockaded by snow and the situation greatly aggravated by the severe weather, the ther­ mometer indicating at one time 24 degrees below.” Winter of 1886-87 January 8, “The ther­ mometer registered 22 degrees below zero Sunday morning at daybreak, the coldest of the season”... January 15, “The extreme weather of last week caused our boiler to freeze up and burst three flues, rendering a large amount of physical endeavor necessary for the printing of The News.” Winter of 1900-01 January 4, “It was five below zero Wednesday morning by the most ac­ curate thermometers in town. Some read as cold as 12 below”... January 25, “A regular blizzard struck this area Saturday and tem­ peratures dropped to below zero on Sunday... The fishing party of six Nashville men who left last week for Biuryton, have wired that they are snowbound there and may not be home for another week”... February 1, “The party of fisherman who had been marooned at Barryton arrived home yesterday. They report good fishing and hunting as well. Taylor Walker killed two bobcats during their stay' there”... February 15, “The coldest night of the winter was Wednesday night, when after a pleasant day, the thermometer suddenly dropped to ten, twelve and some say sixteen, below zero.” Winter of 1901-02 December 20, “The weather of the past week has been pretty nearly a record breaker. It is said that not in 28 years has the state experienced such severe weather in December. The Monday morning clearing mercury has been below zero the walks. Later, load after nearly every night for the load was removed from the past week, and the days have Main Street gutters by the been very cold”... January village.” 10, “Nashville suffered a Winter of 1948-49 scarcity of wood for a few December 23, “Electrical days last week and some and telephone service in unscrupulous sellers took most areas throughout the advantage of the situation to state was back to normal this practically double the price. week after one of the worst A break in the cold weather ice storms in recent years. over the weekend eased the Electrical service went off in situation, however, and now this general area shortly that more wood is coming before midnight Wednesday into town, the situation is night and in some rural about normal again.” areas was off until the next Winter of 1903-04 afternoon. Telephone service February 5, “Another coal on some rural lines still was famine threatens Nashville, out of commission at the end with all local dealers entirely of the week. Damage to out of stock and no im­ telephone lines north of mediate promise of further Nashville was especially shipments. Meanwhile wood heavy. From McIntyre’s has advanced to $3 a cord... corners on north, crossarms Rural mail carriers have and poles were broken off had a hard winter, the roads and the ice-coated lines lay being so bad that no carrier in a tangle on the ground. has completely covered his Special construction crews rounds in several weeks. were still working there on Several days this past week, Sunday. Around Ionia the ice none of the carriers even seemed to be even worse ventured out of town.” than in this locality’’. Winter of 1908-09 December 30, “People who February 4, “The storm received new thermometers that struck Nashville for Christmas had a chance Thursday night was not to give them a good confined to any one locality. breaking-in. Temperatures East, west, north and south it locally stood from six to nine raged all day Friday. Deaths above zero Christmas and injuries were sustained morning, which was about by many, trains were the coldest December 25th in delayed, in fact, it was the a quarter century... Skating worst storm of the present has been good on the upper winter. No one was injured in mill pond, which hasn’t Nashville. W.M. Moore, always been the case as Middleville section boss, early as Christmas. died from injuries received Everything’s dandy for those in the storm.” who got skates for ChristWinter of 1929-30 mas, but there are an December 26, “Nashville estimated 37 disgusted and vicinity experience what owners of new sleds who oldtimers say is the worst want their parents to move snow storm ever this early in farther north.” the season... 12 to 15 inches of Winter of 1951-52 snow on the level was December 20, “It must be whipped by a stiff wind into news: everyone is talking two- to six-feet high drifts about the weather. This that defied the use of area, along with all of automobiles and on Michigan and the midwest, numerous roads blocked was hit over the weekend by passage to the extent that the coldest December teams were unable to get weather in 27 years. through during the past Following a heavy snow week”... January 2, “Last Friday, temperatures week’s snow storm cost the dropped to near zero by village of Nashville about Saturday morning and early $300 for snow removal, Sunday brought ther­ making it the most ex­ mometer readings as cold a pensive storm on record.” 10-below. Sunday night the Winter of 1930-31 mercury again dropped well January 22, “Our spring below zero. Another heavy weather had a decided snow Monday night, along setback, Old Man Winter with continued cold, further came for a weekend visit and slowed traffic and reportedly is remaining for a spell. The has put quite a crimp in snow wasn’t so deep but the Christmas buying in the snowplow on Main and Reed cities. Locally, business streets was very welcome, seems to be a bit slow but and the horse-drawn snow Nashville merchants are remover, which has hardly hoping for a break in the been out this winter, was out Continued on next page- �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1985 — Page 5 School competion and vocational education classes start next month j %• *i| !^’ h JS| ! S’* !*} *‘M Sjj *®S jjJJ; *Ww K ‘•» 38 ^"*S ®ssrtt titefc *’**'«« i . ®Sltig dpteitih dfciMHb dfciMHb stew str nndnst im«4Sute.Mli! Q I® MdllitHI m tastelfr Budntor iiissiJ pt teii ■&' te4R!® tatadi rijgifc: *)n Ant h !*«a! ms*’1 ■ m jsE^ tate ;s?t® tjgte teW^*J ijrsi UM1'' llKM1”*' ’uS bs^MWJK '^u D> fF ■w**^ -i .«* Second semester begins Feb. 4, for Maple Valley Adult Education High School Completion classes and vocational skills classes. The courses required for a high school diploma are being offered in the daytime at Mead-O-Acres and also in the evening at the high school. Vocational skills classes are also available in the evenings. Office Procedures and Machine Operations is of­ fered on Monday evenings and is taught by Marge Wolff. Units studied will include filing, machine transcription, electronic calculator operations, and word processing. Business Writing is offered on Wednesday evenings. Accounting and Typing are offered on Thursday evenings and are taught by Nancy Rosin. If you would like to take typing to learn to type for personal use, or if you would like to brush up on your typing skills, this class is for you. The class is in- Memories, continuedweather for the weekend”... January 3, “Besides going down in history as the December of the big snow, the month just past will be remembered as the time when roofs leaked like everything. With more than two feet of snow accumulated on rooftops, every bit of thawing con­ tributed toward a buildup of ice in eavestroughs. As the ice continued to build up it formed solid barriers along the eaves and subsequent thawing produced weather that couldn’t run off the roof. As next best thing it began soaking through. By last Friday many flat-roofed store buildings in town were suffering water damage and crews were at work chopping ice and shoveling snow... For the benefit of our wealthy subscribers who are win­ tering in the south, this report might be stretched to include a press-time bulletin of 1952 weather. The last day of 1951 brought an unusually heavy fog, which lasted well into the night. New Year’s day was clear, with tem­ peratures just below freezing. Wednesday starts off fair, with the ther­ mometer standing >at 18degrees above zero. Colder weather and more snow is forecast for the weekend. dividualized according to the needs of the students. Two Computer classes are offered. Introduction to Computer Science is offered on Monday evenings and is tuaght by Steve MacDonald. The focus of this course will be the introduction of electronic data processing through development of computer literacy and hands on experience. The following topics will be discussed: Computer History, Overview of Computers and Equip­ ment, Data Processing Cycle and Computer Operation. Basic Computer Programming is taught by Kevin Hunt on Tuesday evenings. This course is designed to introduce the student to programming BASIC (Beginning All Purpose Instructional Code). The course will introduce the student to the comuter vocabulary, hardware, flow charting, fundamental data structure and equipment. If you do not have a high school diploma or are a graduate under 20 years\ of age, you may take the classes free of charge. The fee fbr others is $40 for the class. If you would like to enroll or want further information, call the Maple Valley Community Education Office at 852-9275. Office hours for the month of January will be form 1-9:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Still time to enroll in Enrichment Classes The winter Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education Enrichment classes are beginning. The parenting class and the First Aid class began Monday, Jan. 14, but there is still time to enroll. No background in First Aid is necessary for the class. The First Aid class is taught by Lona Oster. The Parenting class is taught by Hildred Peabody and Sharon Reese. Tuesday, Jan. 15, there will be a free Karate demonstration from 6-9 p.m. in the Maplewood all purpose room. The demonstration will be given by Jim Cataline of the Okinawan Sanchin Karate Association. A junior Karate class will be offered for eight weeks from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesday evenings for boys and girls in Kin­ dergarten through eighth grade, and a class for boys and girls, men and women will be offered from 7-9 p.m. The class will begin Jan. 22nd. A Photography class will begin Tuesday, Jan. 22 at the high school. Ifyou received a camera for Christmas, come learn how to use it. The class will be taught by Ron Bracy . Jean Elliston of Ionia will be teaching a six weeks course entitled Total Per­ sonal Beauty on Wednesday evenings, beginning Jan. 23rd. The topics to be discussed are: tapping your inner beauty, skin care, glamour basics, applying makeup, hair care, body care, and fashion sense. Beginning Guitar will be taught by Larry Dockter on Thursday evenings. Lessons will be one half hour for six weeks. Learn how to play the guitar and entertain yourself and others. You must furnish your own guitar. For further information or to enroll call 852-9275. Enrichment classes are offered, because community people are willing to teach them, if you have a hobby you would like to share by teaching a class, call the Community Education Office. ACTION-ADS KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. 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Call Joan or Homer Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH school Cafeteria 130 ACRE DAIRY FARM northwest of Charlotte, nice 10 room brick house, 45x55 barn plus 40x60 attached pole building, 80 tillable acres, 40 pasture, some wooded (the milk­ ing equipment may be purchased) was Grade A -1983. Call Homer at 726-0223. TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND 2-STORY, home on 3'/» acres (one half acre wooded) beauti­ ful country setting on paved road, built in 1979, quality throughout, tastefully decora­ ted, fireplace, French doors to deck, plus many "extras'*... you must see this one to ap­ preciate it! I 1 V4 car garage plus extra 18x30 pole building. Call Homer at 726-0223. COUNTRY HOME OH STATE HWY. PRICE RE­ DUCED! Well kept 5 bedroom home on 1 acre, 1 '/•> baths, family room with fireplace. Nice yard, mature shade and lots of ornamental plantings, garage and workshop. 3 miles north of Nashville NOW $39,000. Call Homer or Joan 726-0223. THURSDAYS... 7:00p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. , !«* j* “Wild Lands for Wildlife” by Noel Grove. America’s wildlife refugees, published by National Geographic Society. Presented in memory of Williiam (Bill) Hammond by Friends of Putnam Library. “The Story of America”. A National Geographic picture atlas. “The Nazis” by Robert Herzstein. Germany in WW II, published by Time-Life. “How to Solve Y.our Golf Problems” by the Professional Panel of Golf Digest Magazine. “The Northwoods Reader” by Cully Gage. Life in an isolated Upper Peninsula village at the turn of the century. “The Practical Encyclopedia of Natural 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 i «**> New books from Putnam Library How do you build your IRA on experience rather than gimmicks? No problem. It seems everyone’s interested in getting your Individual Retirement Account...with handsome offers from interest bonuses to free toasters. Auto-Owners has been planning retirement incomes long before there,was an IRA. And they can also provide the accurate, timely records you’ll need for the Internal Revenue Service. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can build your IRA on experience rather than gimmicks. THORNAPPLE LAKE: Like new 2 bedroom with large sun porch, super summertime home or year round. $39,900 land contract terms. Call George Williams 852-9833 or 948-2016. NICE COUNTRY HOME north of Vermontville on 9/10 acre. Completely remodeled, 3 bed­ rooms, fireplace, family room, 1st floor laun­ dry, well insulated, double pane windows, house rewired and new roof in 1980. 2'/i car attached garage. Price $52,000. Call Homer at 726-0223. VERY, VERY LOW DOWN PAYMENT NEEDED. Seller to help with mortgage expenses. Great two bedroom home with new siding, roof, hot water heater, 1-car garage, village of Nash­ ville. Lots of extra's. Call George Williams 852-9833 or 948-2016. SUPER COUNTRY SETTING - 1-Acre, custom home, 2'/i car garage, 3-bedroom, extra 1car garage workshop, full basement with fireplace. $54,900 with lots of idea's for fin­ ancing. Call George Williams 852-9833 or 948­ 2016. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE: Large family house with lots of room close to downtown, school and playgrounds. 4 bedroom's, 1-car garage. Priced to sell quick. Call George Williams 852-9833 or 948-2016. THINK SPRING TIME: Gorgeous lakefront home on Thornapple Lake. Custom built 2 bedroom home, stone fireplace, large living­ room toward lake. 2-car garage, lot of extra's $59,900 with easy land contract terms. Let's go fishin 11! Call George Williams 852-9833 or 948-2016. 7k£NoPro(^MnFkop&,~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 4 $$ Ww w f* Wj[ f 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 15, 1985 — Page 6 Nashville News, from p. 2 Mrs. C.A. Torry in memory of Dr. Jack Smith; and from Ike and Phyllis Babcock in memory of Pauline Par­ tridge Congdon. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the presnt facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonmity is requested, names of donors and of those named in donations will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. In December the half­ way mark was reached in the $50,000 goal. Mrs. Lorena Fedewa of Nashville returned home from a two-week Florida trip just in time to catch the Great Ice Storm. She arrived in Michigan via air about 5 p.m. New Year’s Eve. When she left Florida, the ther­ mometer stood at 86 degrees. During her stay in the SunshineState, Mrs. Fedewa visited her mother, Lillian Fernholz, at -Lakeland; daughter and family Debbi ACTION-ADS LOST: all black female dog, Beagle-Poodle mix -in the Vermontville Nashville area, answers to the name of Toby. Please phone 517-726­ 0104 Vermontville after 6 p.m. and Jan Benedict and children, Holleigh and Kristin, at Nokomis; and her daughter Sherri Fedewa at Sarasota. Mrs. Verna Frederick of Nashville was pleased to receive notification last week that her grand­ daughter Michelle Woodbury of Delta Junction, Alaska, has been named a national award winner in the United States Achievement Academy and will be listed in the USAA yearbook which is placed in. college and universities throughout the country. In a letter from USAA to Mrs; Frederick it was stated that less than ten percent of youths in the nation achieve that honor. Michelle, an 11th grader at Delta Junction High School, is now eligible to apply for a USAA scholarhsip. The 16year-old is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Woodbury. He is a former. Vermontville resident who has lived in Alaska since 1967. His wife is from Roscommon, MI. Nashville Baptist Sunday School teachers will have a dinner at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at the church, to be followed by a training session at 6 p.m. The Joyful Sounds, a group from Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music, will present a half-hour musical program at Nashville Baptist Church during 11 a.m. services Sunday, Feb. 3. ★ Our Specials for 1985 ★ ALL HAIRCUTS................. $O^o o Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO $EOO "The Mirrors image" "XMG WIMLOL2 iMjaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Repairing storm damaged trees by Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director Many shade and or­ namental trees sustained considerable damage from the ice storm that occurred on Jan. 1. Most severly damaged were the fast growing brittle trees such as Chinese elm, silver maple, boxelder, willow and popular. The first decision to be made regarding a damaged tree is: “Is the tree worth keeping?” Efforts to save a tree should be made only if a substantial portion of the tree remains intact and if it has high value to the property owner. Careful consideration should be given before spending considerable sums of money attempting to save brittle, fast growing, low value trees which are likely to incur additional severe damage from future storms. Factors to consider include con­ dition, age, species, location, value to property, sen­ timental value, etc. It may often be more desireable to remove the damaged tree and replace it with another tree. If the tree can be salvaged, certain procedures are suggested which will assist in it making a more rapid recovery. To begin, all damaged branches should be removed. Some will be broken and simply hanging to the tree; others will be partially attached. When damaged branches are smaller than one-half to three-quarters of an inch in diameter, removal can be done with a pruning shears or a pole-pruner. A sharp, properly aligned shears or pruner should be used which will make a clean cut and not crush the branch. Removal of all branches should be made at the nearest lateral branch or bud or at the main stem. Larger branches should be — Enroll now in — Maple Valley Adult Education ... ... High School Completion & Vocational Courses... FREE to adults without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/84. All other adults will be charged a small fee. CLASSES BEGIN FEBRUARY 4 & MEET FOR 17 WEEKS. DAYTIME CLASSES 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mead-O-Acres MONDAY U.S. History 1.00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mead-O-Acres TUESDAY Math thru Algebra Science Accounting WEDNESDAY Social Studies EVENING CLASSES . 6 ,5 P MONDAY cut out with a saw. The removal cut should be made in the natural depression flush with the trunk or at the next larger branch. If the branch is three inches or larger, in diameter a threecut procedue should be followed to avoid further damage to the tree. The Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller St, School Monday, Jan. 21 Hamburger basket, french fries, raisins, pickles, sliced cheese. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, corn, plums, peanut butter sandiwch. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Beef and noodles, sweet potatoes, Celery and carrots, ginger bread, whipped topping, butter sandwich. Thursday, Jan. 24 Stew, biscuits, or chef salad, peaches, pickles. Friday, Jan. 25 Pizza, green beans, celery and carrot sticks. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday, Jan. 21 Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, tri-taters, peas, peaches, cookie. Tuesday, Jan; 22 Chili, crackers, cheese slice, pickles, applesauce, peanut butter sandwiches. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Burritos with or without sauce and cheese, green beans, pears, cookie. Thursday, Jan. 24 Hot dogs, or beef or noodle’s, green beans, apple crisp, bread and butter. Friday, Jan. 25 Tostizza, com, fresh fruit, pudding pop. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Maplewood School Wednesday, Jan. 16 Spaghetti, carrot and celery sticks, rolls and butter, fruit jello. Thursday, Jan. 17 Pizza, com, pickles, apple crisp. Friday, Jan. 18 No school. End of first semester. Monday, Jan. 21 Chicken noodles, green beans, chicken sandwich, mixed fruit. Tuesday, Jan. 22 Hamburger, French fries, corn, cherry cobbler. Wednesday, Jan. 23 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, fresh fruit. Thursday, Jan. 24 Fishwish, tartar sauce, potato rounds, green beans; birthday cake, peaches. Friday, Jan. 25 Tacos, lettuce-cheese, corn, applesauce, peanut butter sandwich. TUESDAY Independent Study WEDNESDAY G.E.D. Preparation English . to 9:45 p.m. Maple Valley High School G.E.D. Preparation English ■, Reading Improvement Business Writing THURSDAY Science Consumers Education Math thru Algebra Basic Computer Programming Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming events: Monday p.m., Jan, 21, the Garden Club meets at the Griswold Room. Residents of Vermontville wish to thank the village crew who picked up the larger branches that fell down in the ice storm. Mrs. Sue Murphy Newton of Chicago visited Mrs. Ava Kroger on Wednesday af­ ternoon. Mrs. Isabelle Seitz was a patient at Ionia Hospital a few days last week. She is home but will go to Grand Rapids this week for further tests. Mrs. Frances Olson had surgery on her ankle at Health Central last Thur­ sday, and is recuperating at the home of her nephew, Lawrence Sherman, in East Lansing. Mrs. Lawrence Frith had some tests last week at Battle Creek Community Hospital. Sorry to hear Mrs. Ethel Figg at Barry County Medical Care Facility is not so well lately. Mr. and Mrs. John Rodriguez spent the weekened with their son Randy in Northville and Detroit. Mrs. Mina Barnes, 104, who has been in Pennock Hospital all last week and was in ICU for awhile, is now in Room 324. Here it is nearly two weeks after the ice storm but because of very low tem­ peratures many trees and bushes still have' ice clinging to them, making beautiful winter scenery when the sun shines. This can. partly ac­ count for the scarcity of news as people are happy to stay in their homes and travel as little as possible; Just heard that Mr. Dale Northrup is in H.G.B. Hospital for a few days to have tests. Mr. and Mrs. Leon Rose of Rochester were weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Claud Van Blarcom and other relatives. Special Wood Hopps 79° ea. ..;......................... 99 ea. 4", 5", 6", 7" & 8" 10 &12" • Many Calicos in Stock • Check our Special - SALE TABLE NEW FABRICS Arriving Dally OPEN Mon - Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 pm 218 E. State St. Hastings Phone... 945-9673 » MONDAY HAYES GREEN BEACH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Bringing a New Health Core Service to Eaton County" We Are Pleased to Announce the Opening WEDNESDAY Government Wood Shop Office Procedures & Machine Operations Introduction to Computer Science away of forks and main procedure is as follows: First, make an undercut one branches. Torn bark should to one and one-half inches be carefully trimmed with a deep on the branch at a sharp knife to facilitate distance of about one foot healing. Care must be taken from the trunk. Then, on the to cut only the bark and not upperside of the branch to cut too deep into the wood some two to three inches of the tree. This cutting of beyond the undercut, cut the bark is referred to as a down one to two inches. bark tracing. All bark When the cut is about half­ wounds should be shaped so way through, the limb will a pointed area is present at break loose and fall. The -the top and bottom of the remaining stub can then be wound. Shaping the barken cut off by sawing flush with this manner will encourage the main - stem. This much faster healing. Some forks and main procedure will reduce the likelihood of tearing bark on branches that are split or broken can be pulled the main stem. Other injuries which occur together and bolts and cables as a result of the. ice storm used to secure them. This include tearing of the bark procedure is recommended on the larger limbs or on the only in certain cases where main trunk of the tree and adequate tissue is present on the splitting or breaking TREES, continued on page 11 U.S. History Accounting Typing Auto Mechanics c.u 852-9275 of a Dermatology Clinic Dr. Andrew Messenger, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist Clinic Hours: rays, a.m.-noon Location: Hospital, 321 East Harris St., Charlotte Appointments: Coll 543-1050, Et. 218. Referral not necessary �Tuesday, January 15th Candy Bars — REGULAR 35* EACH — Tic Tac, Reese’s Pieces, Take Five, Skor Toffee Bar, Mr. Goodbar, Rolo, Kit Kat, Whatchamacailit, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups SELECTED 4 $ 10O “Goody” BARRETTES Clip Coupon & Save! REGULAR *1.19 to *1.79 Wrigley’s GUM One coupon per Order. Offer good on regular size processing only. C-41 process only. Good on sizes 110, 126 126, 135mm and DISC. Tape coupon to envelope.. Offer good through 1-22-85 — NOW — And Assorted Candies o, 100 Ct., 3"x5" $1 OO DUCT TAPE SCRATCH PADS 2"x10 Yds. 10 Lb ROCK 10-51 CASINO PLAYING CARDS Plastic Coated Sekine 60 Min. Blank TOOTHBRUSHES CASSETTE TAPES 3Pak, Reg. ‘1.99 No. 4804 PVC ELECTRICAL TAPE RUBBER QUEEN No. 155 1 Bushel Size LAUNDRY BASKET No. 176 11 Qt. Capacity DIAMOND WASTEBASKET MASKING TAPE 3/4"x4O yds. No 167 s2°° REBATE NORELCO' CURLING IRON 11 Qt. Capacity PAIL 3/8" THIN CC16 r The thinner the better! CURLING BRUSH SALE PRICE *6.00 LESS MFG. REBATE miuauiuuu *2.00 minninnioK S! iSaLMsnsnes NET COST AFTER REBATE BIRO PENS Medium & Fine Point Blue, Black Red Box of 12 Values to *5.40 Doz. AGE PHARMAW HOURS: 9 o.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, January 15, 1985 — Page 8 Board of Education REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 9, 1985 Present; Hawkins, Tobias, Ossenheimer, Sleep­ er, Cogswell. Absent: Baker and Cole 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by the Pres­ ident, Hawkins. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by, Ossenheimer to approve the minutes of the Decem­ ber 12, 1984 regular board meeting with an addi­ tion being made on the letter from the Ralph Seabold Scholarship Program. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker and Cole. Motion carried. 3. Bills: MOTION MADE BY Cogswell, supported by Tobias to approve payment from the general liirtd bills in the amount of $47,620.09. Ayes: alk Absent: Baker and Cole Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve transfer of funds from the general to the payroll account the following amounts: December 21, 1984 .................................. $112,637.02 January 4, 1985 ........................................ $109,339.98 Ayes: all. Absent: Baker and Cole. Motion car­ ried. 5. New Debt Retirement: Motion made by To­ bias, supported by Sleeper to approve payment to Eaton County Treasurer in the amount of $10.41 for the 1982 amount of assessment for the Donald Hummell properties. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker and Cole. Motion car­ ried. 6. Communications: 1. Thank you note from the Geo Skedgell family in appreciation for the plant sent at the time of Mrs. Geo. Skedgells funeral. 2. Eaton Intermediate School District letter stating that the audit for the pupil accounting at Maple Valley has been completed. They stated that the re­ cords were in excellent order and thanked the school personnel for their help. 3. A complaint was read from the Michigan De­ partment of Civil Rights regarding a complaint made by Carroll Ldmie regarding unequal con­ ditions and opportunity for girls sports in the Maple Valley Schools. 4. A notification was read from Barry County Equal­ ization Department regarding a decrease in the BOB'S SERVICE SHOP 610 S. 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Meeting moved: Time: 8:04: The meeting was moved over to the Computer Room at the Jr-Sr. High School for a presentation by Steve MacDonald and Jerry Reese regarding the computer program at Maple Valley. 10. Adult Ed. Report: Kay Hartzler gave a very in­ formative report on the community education en­ rollments and programs at Maple Valley Schools for the second semester. •■>-,«» 11. Meeting returned to Adm. Bldg: The meeting was resumed at the Administration Office at 9:15 p.m. 12. Adm. Contracts: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Baker to renew all administrator con­ tracts for two (2) years at the time of each individ­ ual contract expiration. Ayes; Baker, Sleeper. Cogswell. Nay: Ossenheimer, Tobias and Hawkins. Absent: Cole. Motion failed due to a tie vote. 13. Adm. Contracts: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to approve adminis­ trator contracts per recommendation from Carroll Wolff. Larry Lens:.......... 6/39/87 6/30/87 Burr Hartenburg: Wm. Christensen: 6/30/87 Howard Yost:............ 6/30/86 Ayes: Hawkins, Ossenheimer, Tobias. Nay: Cogswell, Sleeper and Baker. Absent: Cole. Motion failed due to a tie vote. 14. Adm. Contracts: Motion made by Baker sup­ ported by Cogswell to extend Burr Hartenburgs contract to June 30, 1987. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. Motion made by Baker, supported by Cogswell to extend Larry Lenz's contract to June 30 1987. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Baker to extend Wm. Christensen's contract to June 30, 1987. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole Motion carried. Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Baker to extend'Carroll Wolff's contract to June 30, 1988. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 15. Howard Yost Contract: Mr. Yost's contract was tabled until the February board meeting. 16. Inservice Day: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cogswell to approve a two-hour in-, service curriculum meeting to be held on Tuesday," February 5, 1985. There will be a change in the school day on February 5th, allowing for dismissal one hour early at 1:3CT p.m. instead of 2:30 p.m. for the entire school system. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole Motion carried. 17. Sixth Grade Camp: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the sixth grade camping program for the 1985-86 school year be held at Long. Lake Canrip October l-4th, Tuesday thru Friday. It is intended that the water safety program including the canoes be included.in the program. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 18. Contract for June Wallace: Motion made by Tobias,.-supported by Cogswell to approve a con­ tract for June Wallace for the period January' 7, 1985 thru March 29, 1985 in the amount of $5,527.80. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 19. Secretary at Kellogg: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to hire Nancy Moore as sec­ retary at the Kellogg Elementary School at an hourly rate of $3.65. After a successful probationary period of ninety (90) days an additional $.25 will be given. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 20. Resignations: T. Taylor, D. Watson, S. Dent. Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Baker to accept the resignations from Tom Taylor, Dan Watson and Sandra Dent effective at the end of the first semester (January 18, 1985) Ayes: All. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. The board members extend their best wishes to all three of these teachers in their new positions. 21. S. Doozan Leave: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cogswell to approve a maternity leave starting on April 15, 1985 through the end of the school year. She will plan to use sick leave days during part of this time. Ayes: all. AbAb­ sent: Cole. Motion carried. ... H They’ll Agree on One Thing! ■■ HEALTHY SS HUBBARD PET FOODS Nashville Co-op Elevator Nashville, Ml, j XX A] "11 22. Bleachers at High School: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cogswell to approve replacement or repair on all defective wall anchor and wall buck boards, repair or replace damaged safety row locks and row lock tabs, replace missing safety row locks, straighten bent frames as necessary, clean and adjust 1st row friction pad brace assemblies, reweld as needed, replace missmiss­ ing bolts and nuts throughout, and perform gen­ eral lubrication. Bid Price: $6,280.00. The balance left in the old athletic account will be used to help pay for this repair. This amount in the athletic fund is $1540.35, leaving a balance from the general fund in the amount of $4739.65. Ayes: all. Nay: Tobias arid Hawkins. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 23. Cogswell Leaves: Cogswell left the meeting at 11:35 p.m. 24. Energy Audit: This was tabled until the Feb­ ruary board meeting. 25. Athletic Council Policy: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the policy from the athletic council that Freshman girls be allowed to participate on the Junior Varsity cheer­ leading squad provided that a freshman football or basketball team is not being sponsored. Ayes; all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 26. Chapter I Policy: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported pported by Tobias that the Maple Valley Board of Education will maintain comparable expenditures between all Chapter I project schools for both salaries and instructional materials. Ayes: all. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 27. Adjourn: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: all. Ab­ sent: Cole. Motion carried. Time: 12:15 a.m. These minutes are subject to approval at the reg­ ular board of education meeting on February 13,’ 1985. Paula Cole, Secretary __ Maple Valley Board of Education1 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD DECEMBER 27,1984 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held December 27, 1984 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:20 p.m. Present, Chaf­ fee, Kent, Babcock and Tobias. Absent, R. Harvey and G. Frith. Minutes taken by Treasurer Lois Elliston is ab­ sence of the clerk. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read. Mr. Ray Helman, Mike Davis and George Wil­ liams were present on behalf of Oakwood Develop­ ment Corp to propose a 24 unit Elderly Housing pro­ ject to be built on Fuller Street, East of the Fuller Street School. The Village Council was in agree­ ment that such a project would be an asset to the Community. Enter Harvey 7:30 p.m. Motion by D. Chaffee, supported by B. Harvey to rezone the property at 402 Kellogg Street from R-l to Rural Residential. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by Kent, supported by Babcock to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. John Hughes, President January 10, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Clerk NOTICE Vermontville Village Residents There will be no raking or burning of leaves or other debris on Village streets surfaced with blacktop. BY ORDER OF VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL NOTICE Vermontville village residents and business owners are re­ quired to clear ice and snow from sidewalks in front of properties! BY ORDER OF VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 15, 1985 — Page 9 Village of Nashville MINUTES of PUBLIC HEARING DECEMBER 27, 1984 A Public Hearing of the Nashville Village Council held December 27, 1984 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. Present, Chaffee, Kent, Babcock and Tobias. Absent, R. Harvey and G. Frith. The purpose of the public hearing was to discuss rezoning the property at 402 Kellogg Street from R1 Rural residental. Discussion. Public Hearing adjourned at 7:20 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President Jan. 10, 1985 SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk .pniteem biood v>oin Dermatology clinic opens at H.G.B. Hospital Hayes-Green-Beech Memorial Hospital announces the initiation of a new Dermatology Clinic to be located at the hospital. The clinic will initially operate every Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. The Der­ matology clinic will be manned by Andrew L. Messinger, M.D., a board certified dermatologist. Dr. Messinger graduated from Wayne State Univer­ sity School of Medicine, Detroit, and completed a dermatology residency at the University of Penn­ sylvania. Appointments for the Dermatology Clinic may be made by calling HayesGreen-Beach Hospital at 543­ 1050, ext. 218. The addition of the Der­ matology Clinic brings the total number of speciality clinics operated at HayesGreen-Beach Hospital to seven to include cardiology, pulmonary medicine, urology, orthopedics, ob­ stetrics, and nephrology. 4-H Dairy Bowl to begin Jan. 16 2?w*vZ *Vwwtafciu M ***«•«« n^e ■emu ■• *':*?tte0 nsiJrinfasi^; its Mr its bl die Hr i "k rtogetadwtofs JIHKWIitaKtit M4 (rtVlkkjWW ■ jtt! r swrt^l*0^ »-necfoaled® Ifyou are an Eaton County 4-H member who would like to learn more about the dairy industry, the dairy quiz bowl program is for you. No previous experience is necessary to participate int he quiz bowl. The 1985 organizational meeting will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 8 p.m., at Kardel Hall located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Anyone interested in participating should at­ tend this meeting. For more information on the 4-H dairy quiz bowl, contact Gloria Pennington at 543-5294, or Pam Lilly at 543­ 0356. CARD OF THANKS We would like to express our sincere “THANKS” to our relatives, friends, and neighbors for their thoughtfulness shown to us during the loss of my father and our grandfather, Meredith Dick. Thank you to all who sent contributions to Barry Community Hospice and Nashville Baptist Church. A big thank you to Carl’s Market and our many friends who sent food. Especially to Sandy Priddy, Sherry Roscoe and Elaine Gardner for the beautiful luncheon after the service. A special thanks to Nash­ ville and Hastings am­ bulances, the nurses and staff at Pennock Hsopital and to Dr. Brown for his excellent care. A heartfelt thank you to Pastor Lester DeGroot for his comforting words. To Wren Funeral Home for their service. To Hosea Humphrey for his beautiful message in song. A very special thank you to Cathy Vessecchia for always being there when we needed her and also for her beautiful song. A heartfelt thank you to Fred and Laureen Harkness for their love and wonderful care. We love you all. May God bless each of you. Gloria Johncock Doug Johncock Sheryl West, Scott & Julie Larry & Suzy Corkwell, Lisa & Becky Sue Dick Johncock, Jason & Chad Janet Thornton, Jennifer & Brandi Computer class rescheduled for 4th-6th graders TOWNSHIP OF CASTLETON Minutes of January Meeting January 2, 1985 The computer class for students in grades fourth­ sixth to be offered the week of Jan. 28 at Maple Valley High School has been rescheduled. The class will meet from 4­ 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, Thursday, Jan. 31, Tuesday, Feb. 5, and Thursday, Feb. 7. The class will be taught by Kevin Hunt. The fee will be $10. The regular meeting of the Castleton Township Board was held January 2, 1985 at the township hall. Present: J. Cooley, G. Godbey, L. Pixley, and S. Bishop. Also present was M. Winkler, Minutes of the December meeting were correc­ ted to read Earl Wilson instead of Bill Wilson and then approved. Treasurer's Report: Fund Balances, General $40,660.00, Fire Voted $32,033.75, Ambulance Voted $12,661.35, Township Improvement $60,347.89, and Federal Revenue $5,286.50. Barry County Clerk (election notice). C. F.C. Data............ Postmaster............ D. Pixley................ J.W. Cooley.......... S. Bishop................ L. Pixley................ N. Rasey................ G. Godbey............ Home security will be topic at public program Social Security...... 234.52 Consumer's Power .97.46 Michigan Bell.. ..,,,.26,02 Village of Nashville....... 15.52 15.52 Doubleda .60.80 G. Brumm. 11.73 Cast. MG Nash Recycle. 450.00 J. W. Cooley...................... 2.50 L. Pixley.......................... 35.00 9.00 187.59 ..50.00 .109.00 626.67 402.55 373.10 162.50 ..53.50 This class is designed to provide a hands on ex­ perience with TRS-80 equipment. Students will become familiar with hard­ ware and will be introduced to BASIC programming concepts. To enroll, call Maple Valley-Lakewood Com­ munity Education office at 852-9275. Burglary or larceny sooner or later affects mjost of our residents. Home security is an im­ portant consideration in all of our lives. A cost effective approach to protecting ourselves and our property will be presented by Sergeant Rick Wahl of the Eaton County Sheriff Department Crime Prevention Unit: Motion to pay bills supported and passed. Meeting with road commission last week in Jan­ uary. Motion to increase recycle board appropriation in budget from $1500.00 to $2100.00 the $600.00 to come from the general fund. Supported and passed. Motion to appoint Richard Brodbeck, Orvin Moore & Pat Eckman to the Board of Review for 1985-1986 seconded and passed. Motion to accept highest bid of $750.00 from Mike, Roger and Richard Winkler and require a 50% deposit before cutting begins on the standing wood to be removed from Hosmer Cemetery sup­ ported and passed. Motion to adjourn supported. Meeting adjourned 9:14 P.M. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor ' Sharon Bishop, Clerk These ideas and recom♦mendationsh could: unfitaMhe difference and change the odds of being a crime victim to your favor. This presentation will be made Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School library. For further information, call Maple Valley-Lake Community Education at 852-9275. Anyone is welcome to attend. Start The New Year outright... Make an Appointment at... ACTION-ADS The Village Hair Port LOST: Black and brownish gray striped cat, longhair. Family pet. Call 852-1899, Nashville. (1-22) 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml 726-0257 Maple Valley/Lakewood Community Education — WINTER ENRICHMENT CLASSES — CALL AND ENROLL... 852-9275 CLASS TIME DATE COST LENGTH LOCATION INSTRUCTOR Peabody Reese Oster S. Brumm MONDAY Parenting 7:00-9:00 p.m. Jan.14 $6.00 6 wks. M.V.H.S. Advanced First Aid & CPR ‘Crewel Embroidery...... 6:30-9:30 p.m. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Jan.14 Jan.21 N/C $15.00 8 wks. 6 wks. 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Beginning Guitar........... ‘Basketweaving, Beg....... Impact of Color...... Typing.................... ‘Supplies are extra. HOMETOWN COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ELEMENTARY STUDENTS YOUR FULL SERVICE TIME LUMBER YARD DELIVERIMG-PUHMIMG-ESTUHTIMG-SJIYIHG Cali and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks DOW - STYROFOAM INSULATION 3/4"x4x8 1"x4x8 2"x4x8 R-4.1 R-5.4 R-10.8 T&G T&G T&G CELOTEX - INSULATING SHEATHINGS '/z "x4x8 ’/a"x4x8 Vi "x4x9 Vi ”x4x8 Brown Board Tuff-R Tuff-R Thermax R-1.32 R-3.6 R-3.6 R-3.6 NU-WOOL - CELLULOSE INSULATION 30 lb. bag Blowers Available STARTING DATE COST LOCATION LENGTH Monday - Thursday Grades 2 & 3........ 2:50-4:50 p.m. Jan.14 $10.00 M.V.H.S. 4 days 2:50-4:50 p.m. Jan.28 $12.50 M.V.H.S. 5 days Monday - Friday Grades 4-6........ ONE EVENING SEMINARS ON A VARIETY OF TOPICS TIME SEMINAR DATE COST LOCATIOH INSTRUCTOR Jan.22 N/C M.V.H.S. Sergeant Rick Wahl Feb.19 N/C M.V.H.S. Feb.25 Mar. 19 Mar. 25 $1.50 N/C $1.50 M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Sheriff Dave Woods Sgt. Smith Legal Aid Sgt. Rick Wahl Legal Aid TUESDAY 7:00-8:30p.m. Home Security Operation Identification-Neighborhood Watch Drug Awareness...........................................7:00p.m. Family Law.......................... Current Issues In Driver Safet Housing and Consumer Law... 6:30-8:30p.m. 7:00-8:30p.m. 6:30-8:30p.m. We will have Seminars on: Stop Smoking, Weight Control, Cancer and Arthritis in April and May. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 15, 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley returns from break to smother Springfield, 71-46 Maybe Maple Valley’s basketball team should take breaks like this more often. The Lions, off since Dec. 21 because of the holidays, returned to the hardwood last Friday to dismantle an overmatched Springfield team, 71-46. The win left Maple Valley (4-0 league, 5-1 overall), along with St. Philip (3-0, 5­ 2) and Bronson (2-0, 5-1), as the only unbeaten teams left in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. St. Philip battered Bellevue 75­ 58 Friday while the BronsonOlivet game was postponed due to a water problem in Olivet. The game was all but decided in the opening quarter as Maple Valley fired in 8 of its first 10 shots — many off a choking zone press — to grab a 21-4 lead over the winless Rams. The Lions led 37-21 at the half and slowly increased Sports that margin to 55-30 after three periods. Each team tallied 16 points in the final eight minutes. Lion Coach Jerry Reese said he expected a much closer game. “I did feel Springfield (0-7) didn’t match up with us well because their biggest guy is only 6-1 and because we’re quicker than them,” acknowledged Reese. “But because we hadn’t played in 21 days I was expecting a close game. “It was sloppy at times but the guys came out and hit those 8-of-10 field goals and that was it.” For the game Maple Valley finished 21-of-54 from the field while Springfield hit l&of-47. Greg Lenz tossed in 14 points to lead Maple Valley while Jeff Hamilton and Shan Ferrier added 10 each. Gary Reid chipped in an allaround fine game with 7 points, 10 assists and 6 steals. Jim Benit scored 8 points for Maple Valley. Mike Barnes led Springfield with 17. Reese said the most critical part of the still­ young season is coming up this week for the Lions, who are on the road Tuesday at Bronson and then at St. Philip on Friday. A sweep of—those games isn’t practical, admitted Greg Lenz (24) tosses in a pair of his game-high 14 points against Springfield. A 71 -46 win left the Lions unbeaten and in first in the SMAA title race. News photo) ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) Maple Valley's Gary Reid (15) dribbles around a Springfield player en route to two of his 7 points. Maple Valley remained unbeaten in the SMAA with a 71-46 win over the Rams. (News photo) Auto Service CENTER • QUALITY WORKMANSHIP • TRANSMISSION REPAIRS • BODY & BUMP SERVICE • Wheel alignment & BALANCING • TUNE-UPS & MUFFLERS • MAJOR OVERHAULS • BRAKES KEEP YOUR CAR UKENEW! Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Reese. “If we can get one out of the two we’ll be in good shape,” said Reese. “If we can get both of them we’ll be in excellent position. It’s a very important week for us position wise.” Freshman defeat Springfield 80-62 The Maple Valley Fresh­ man Basketball team defeated Battle Creek Springfield by a score of 80 to 62.' The game was very close in the first half with a one point half time lead 36 to 35 by M.V. In the third quarter the Lions tossed in 24 points while Springfield could only manage 11 points. Maple Valley had ten players that scored and had four players in. double figures. They were Brock DeGroot 10, Scot Lenz, 17, Jeff Fisher 19, and Bill Brenton finally broke out of the scoring dump with a game high 21 points. In the rebounding column Scot Lenz pulled down 12, Valley Wrestler of the Week this years Maple Valley Wrestling team consists of 24 fine young men who are coached by Head Coach Chris Ricketts and Assistant Coach Glenn Gurd. Ken is a 112 pound senior wrestler and has been a member of the team for four years. He has wrestled varsity for three years and been captain for the past two years. Ken went to state last year bringing home a sixth place to Maple Valley. Richard Meade came off the bench to get nine boards, Jeff Fisher and Jim Venton pulled down eight and seven rebounds each. The team will be on the road next week with Bronson Tuesday and Battle Creek St. Philip on Friday. ACTION-ADS SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by .Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. 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Council Trustee Bill Bailey reported that he had pur­ chased a new furnace for the police station at a cost of $549.99. In order to im­ mediately install the fur­ nace, Consumers Power Co. will connect a gas meter and line to the building, at a cost of $636 to the village. The village council believes that paying the hook-up cost now will save them money, rather than waiting until spring when that rate would be lower because of the current high heating bill. The council agreed to accept sealed bids for the 1958 GMC scraper dump truck. The money received from the sale of the truck will be placed in the new equipment fund account. A motion was carried to continue to advertise the police car that had been involved in an accident and the 1937 Dodge firetruck for sale. Bids were received on the vehicles but were rejected by the council. In other action, the council: —Agreed to send Lana Oster to the next syrup association meeting to request aid in payment of extra costs incurred during the Maple Syrup Festival. Such costs include overtime pay for the maintenence workers, extra no parking signs, increased police protection and street sweeping equipment. It was also suggested that North Main Street not be closed off for the parade this year. —Agreed to allow the clerk to order office supplies from a different office supply catalogue than has been used in the past. It was reported to the council that an East Main Street resident has com­ plained of bad, “smelly” water. Council member Don Lewis thanked the maintenence crews for the way they handled the recent ice storm, and Bill Hosey for the use of his tractor. Regarding an article published in last week’s Maple Valley News about the hopes of officials for 1985, Villanueva said she wanted to clarify a. statement she had made. Villanueva said she would like to continue operating the village as her administration has done. “The village has come a long way,” she said. Villanueva also hopes a one-ton all purpose truck can be purchased for the village sometime this year. REED STREET CURVE, continued from front page Open House held for retired Castleton treasurer A retirement open house was held Sunday to honor the woman who has spent the past 46 years of her life in service to Castleton township as its assistant treasurer and treasurer. Here Larry Merrill of the Michigan Township Association awards Mrs. Brumm with a certificate of appreciation for her 15-years of commit­ ment as assistant treasurer, and 31 -years as treasurer. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) SCHOOLS, continued from front page— A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative 77 should also be determined that when mature it will not both halves of the split be too large for the location it crotch to justify the services is placed in. Species may be of a professional tree service selected for their spring company. flowers, autumn color, or Where the fork or main general overall appearance branch cannot be pulled in addition to their ability to together it should be provide shade. Some removed. If the break ex­ recomended species for tends into the trunk the loose Michigan include white ash, splintered wood should be lindens, various oaks in­ removed and the wound cluding English oak, shaped as above. Any selections: of honeylocust, grooves or depressions in the Norway maple and many wound which might hold varieties of flowering crabs water should be removed. and cherries. Following the removal of A special word of caution all broken branches and should be made about stubs, and treatment of bark working in frees and using wounds, some additional pruning equipment. Be pruning may be necessary to aware of the location of develop a balanced ap­ utility lines. Most pruning pearance and shape in the equipment is an excellent tree. Pruning should attempt conductor. The use of power to compensate for the loss of saws may be particularly other branches. While the dangerous when footing is overall size of the tree will unsure. At all times follow usually be reduced, a all special safety symmetrical appearance precautions when working in can often be obtained.' and around trees. Following recovery and Additional information on clean-up of storm damaged tree pruning can be found in trees many individuals may Extension Bulletin 804. In­ wish or need to make some formation on species new plantings. Several recommendations can be suggestions can be offered. obtained from Extension Future maintenance Bulletin 710. These problems may be reduced by publications can be obtained planting the right kinds of from any county Extension trees. Make certain the tree office or the M.S.U. Bulletin is hardy for the area. It Office. TREES, from page 6 TAX ROLLBACK INTRODUCED - A bill to immediately roll back Michigan’s 5.35 percent state income tax rate to 4.6 percent was introduced by members of the House Republican Caucus during the opening session of the Michigan House of Representatives last Wednesday. UNEMPLOYMENT RATE CONTINUES DECLINE Lower interest rates, new housing construction and in­ creased car sales are responsible for the December decline in Michigan’s unemployment rate. The new figure, 10.5 percent, is the lowest unemployment rate for the state since March, 1980. Michigan’s peak of unemployment was 17 percent in 1982. There are currently 455,000 people in the state who are looking for work. GREAT LAKES WATER DIVERSION UNLIKELY •Kansas Governor John Carlin, chairman of the National Governors’ Association and a previous chairman of a NGA committee on Great Lakes diversion, sees any attempt to tap the Greal Lakes for water that would be used in the Plains and Southwest as “completely unrealistic”. CAMP TUSCOLA The Michigan Department of Corrections has begun moving personnel and prisoners into Michigan’s newest prison, a minimum-security facility that will house 138 prisoners. The facilities are on property formerly owned by the Department of Mental Health and the Caro Regional Mental Health Center. The cost of con­ struction of the project was about $1.9 million, not including the purchase of existing facilities. SINGLE BUSINESS TAX DEFENDED BY BLANCHARD ADMINISTRATION - When Governor James Blanchard delivers his “State of the State” address on January 23, don’t expect any changes in Michigan’s controversial Single Business Tax (SBT). Both the governor and State Treasurer Robert Bowman claim that the SBT is “a neutral tax and very favorably treats small industry.” HIGH TRAFFIC DEATHS UP 10.7 PERCENT - After five years of continuous decline in the state’s traffic death toll, the Michigan Department of State Police announced a 10.7 percent increase in 1984 over the 1983 death toll. Stiffer drunk driving laws and increased awareness of seat belts are still keeping the number of deaths per miles traveled at a minimum. However, more people are driving than ever before and that is the primary reason for the 10.7 percent increase. teacher at Fuller Street next school year. —Heard a report from Kay School. —Approved the repair of Hartzler regarding the the understructure of the Lakewood-Maple Valley gymnasium bleachers at the community education adult high school at a cost totalling program. According to $6,280. An amount of Hartzler, enrollment was $1,540.35 will be taken from high this term, but there was the athletic account and be also a high drop out rate, probably due to the pupils put toward the repairs. —Agreed to allow fresh­ getting jobs. Auto mechanics man girls to participate in and computer science junior varsity cheerleading courses are new to the class list this year, she said. provided that a freshman Hawkins read a letter from team is not being sponsored. —Approved a two hour in­ James McKibben, director service curriculum meeting of education in the Eaton Intermediate School to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 1985. School will end one District The letter stated hour early that day, closing that during the pupil account audit, attendance books at 1:30 at the high school instead of the regular 2:30 were found to have been kept in an excellent manner, and dismissal time. that Carroll Wolff and Bill —Decided sixth grade camp for the 1985-86 school Christensen saved roughly $15,000 in state aid money year will be held at Long Lake Oct. 1-4. It is intended through their efforts to ensure that school was well that a water safety program attended. and canoes be included as part of next year’s camp. —Approved a teaching Girl Scouts annual contract for June Wallace Father-Daughter potluck for the period of Jan. 7, 1985 Monday, Jan. 21 is the through March 29, 1985. Wallace is substituting for annual Father-Daughter Judith Rohr who is on night out sponsored by the Girl Scouts. This year the maternity leave. —Approved hiring Nancy scouts and their Dad will enjoy a potluck dinner Moore as secretary to take followed by an entertaining the place of Pam Harvey at Kellogg School who has been program. The dinner starts at 6 p.m. transfered to the central at the Moose in Hastings. office. Harvey is replacing The cost is $1, rolls and Shirlie Augustine who resigned the central office beverages will be furnished. position. PTO sponsors portraits —Approved a maternity for Sue Doozan, effective The Nashville P.T.O. will April 15, 1985. be sponsoring duo portraits —Heard a presentation by again this year. The pictures teachers Steve MacDonald will be taken Jan. 30 and will and Jerry Reese regarding include nursery school thru the computer program. The senior high. Any adults or computer department has preschool children not in received six new computers nursery school interested in with disk drives, they said, having their picture taken and the class will be required can make arrangements by for graduation beginning the calling Fuller School. project coming up in the Spring, Hughes is hesitant to agree to the curve project, because of the dollars in­ volved. Also, “I don’t see the necessity,” of straightening the curve, he said, indicating that he doesn’t feel that it would be money well spent. Leon Frith, superintendent of the department of public works in Nashville, is to meet with the Eaton County Road Commission Jan. 14 to further discuss the matter. Ray and Susan Hinckley of Nashville were present at the Thursday’s council meeting, requesting that the village remove a tree near their home which is responsible for knocking out their power longer than other residents on their street after the recent ice storm. The tree, which is owned by the village, was Blood Drive set The Barry County Red Cross has scheduled a blood drive on Jan. 22 from 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. The Maple Valley High School Gym­ nasium is the site for this drive. It is a combined school-community effort. Blood type O donors, which is the universal donor, are especially encouraged to donate again at this time. Chairman Carleen Overholt can be contacted at 852-1740 if you have questions. slated to have been removed last summer, but wasn’t. The council informed the Hinckley’s they would remove the tree as soon as possible. The council agreed to hire the Asplund Tree Expert Company of Langsburg to trim and remove trees damaged by the the recent ice storm, at a cost of $36 per hour. Council members com­ mended the Nashville Department of Public Works crews for the outstanding job they did working around the clock during the ice storm, and connecting protable generators to the water tower to keep water flowing in the village. *500°° REWARD For any information leading to the arrest and conviction of person or persons who re­ moved or removing down wood of any amount, without written permission from owner Shirley Fox Kaiser, West woods on Hagger Rd., between North of Thornapple Lake Road, South of State Road (North of Nashville). The person seeking this re­ ward will not be disclosed. The information will be in­ vestigated by the Barry Coun­ ty .Sheriff Dept. If you have such information, please call from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Daily. 616-948-8986 Ask for Ron Harriman, mgr. BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING In accordance with Act 183 of the Public Acts of 1943, as amended, and Article 4 of the Eaton County Land Development Code, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held at a regular meeting of the Eaton County Board of Appeals at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 22, 1985, at the Eaton County Court­ house, 1045 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, Michigan on the following appeal: James Kirby request a variance from Article 16, Sec­ tion 16.5, Standards of Approval, Subsection 16.5.3 and 16.5.5 of the Eaton County Land Development Code to allow installation of a 1969 mobile home with expando on a site that is not approved at 2475 N. Ionia Road, Section 33, Vermontville Township. Interested persons are invited to appear and to be heard regarding the appeal or any other matter that should come before the Eaton County Board of Appeals. 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Schools survey By Shelly Sulser Kathy Feaster, of the Opinion Research Depart­ ment of the State Education Department met with the staffs of the elementary and Junior-Senior high schools Friday to receive input about the upcoming community attitude survey. Staff members met with Feaster to inform her of their views of the current school situations, in order to give her an idea of what questions to ask the public when the telephone survey is conducted Feb. 4. Feaster will be in the Nashville and Vermontville area this week to meet with other concerned groups. Feaster’s schedule on Monday will include the Country Kettle in Nashville, the Sugar Hut Cafe in Ver­ montville; and meetings with school cooks, secretarys, Athletic Boosters and the Nashville Lions. On Tuesday, Jan. 22, Feaster’s schedule of meetings will be: 8:15 a.m. Vermontville Bus drivers, building by Maplewood school in Vermontville; 9:30 a.m. Vermontville Chamber of Commerce at Sugar Hut Cafe; 11 a.m. Nashville business people; 1 p.m. Sr. High Student council, auditorium; 3 p.m. Custodians, Maplewood Boiler Room; and 7 p.m. Nashville PTO at Fuller School. The schedule on Wed­ nesday, Jan. 23 includes: 8:15 a.m. Nashville Bus Drivers at bus garage; 9:30 a.m. Administrators at administration building; 3 p.m. Aides at Fuller School; B.C. man killed on M-66 Thursday A head-on collision on M-66 Thursday morning claimed the life of 40-year-old Battle Creek man. Dead is James Edward Stoeckley, Battle Creek. He was reportedly on his way to work at "Pennock Hospital Thursday at about 6:40 a.m., when he was struck by a southbound vehicle near the corner of M-66 and West Lake Road in Assyria Township, According to the Barry County Sheriff Department, a 1977 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by Melvin Lee Sawdy, 41, Bellevue, crossed the center line and struck Stoeckley’s 1982 Volkswagen, which was northbound. Deputies said Stoeckley’s vehicle was then struck from behind by a third vehicle, also northbound. The driver of that car is indentified as Sandy Christie, 39, Reed Street, Nashville. The two impacts were reportedly not simultaneous, and may have happened several minutes apart. ’ Stoeckley was taken to Pennock Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Sawdy and Christie were taken to Community Hospital in Battle Creek, where they were treated and released. It is not known if any of the crash victims were wearing seat belts at the time of the accident. A spokesperson at Pen­ nock Hospital said Stoeckley had been employed there since September as a maintenance supervisor. Stoeckley was born in Battle Creek, and lived there all his life except from 1967- 70, when he resided in Cin­ cinnati. He was a graduate of Lakeview High School, and a 1967 graduate of Ferris State College. Surviving are his wife, the former Vicki L. Baumann; daughters Jennifer and Christian, and a son, Timothy, all at home; his mother and stepfather, Margie and Dan Joba, Battle Creek; his paternal grand­ mother, Mary Dzioba, Battle Creek; a sister, Judith Williamson of Bath, and a brother, Daniel Joba of Detroit. Services were held at 11 a.m. Monday at Chapel Hill United Methodist Church. Arrangements are by the Farley-Estes Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the church. and 8 p.m. Adult Education class at high school room B13. On Thursday, Jan. 24, Feaster will meet at 8:15 a.m. with hairdressers; 9:30 a.m. Jr.-Sr. high volunteers at high school library; at noon with senior citizens in high school auditorium; 2 p.m. wjth clergy at ad­ ministration building; 7 p.m. Vermontville PTO at Maplewood; and 8 p.m. Band Boosters at high school. On Friday, Jan. 25, she will meet at 9:30 a.m. with Maplewood volunteers in the library at Maplewood; and at 1:30 p.m. with Fuller and Kellogg volunteers at Fuller school. The agenda on Saturday, Jan. 26, includes meetings at 8:15 a.m. at the Sugar Hut Cafe in Vermontville and at Kathy Feaster of the State Education Department met with teachers Friday to discuss their views on the current school program for input into the community survey which will be developed for the Maple Valley district. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) 9:30 a.m. at Country Kettle in Nashville. On Monday, Jan. 28, Feaster will meet at7 p.m. with the Vermontville Lions at Congregational Church. Karate classes begin in M. V. and Lakewood Community Education Dennis Harris, OSKA instructor teaches basic Karate techniques to the junior Karate class. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Carl’s Supermarket donates to Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Jeanette Joseph, owner of Carl's Supermarket in Nashville, donated $250 Thursday to the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. On hand to accept the check was boosters' secretary Bobbi Hoefler who stated that the boosters appreciate the donation from Carl's, who have always been helpful with boosters projects, she said. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Ken Adams and Dennis Harris of the Okinawan Sanchin-Ryu Karate Association of Leslie, Michigan, gave a free demonstration for parents of children in grades K-8 enrolled in the local com­ munity education junior karate class last Tuesday night. The class is designed to teach awareness, self­ defense and hand-to-hand techniques which require correct movement to react and run. Techniques are taught so that size and strength are not involved. Art form is stressed, not HASTIINGS PUBl 23'85 competitive techniques. The class is offered for eight weeks from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesday evenings at Maplewood School in Ver­ montville. A class for boys and girls and men and women will be offered from 7-9 p.m. The class will begin Jan. 22. Harris and Adams will also be giving a self-defense presentation when senior citizens meet with Kathy Feaster at noon Thursday, Jan. 24 in the Maple Valley High School auditorium. Bellevue man killed Sunday Sheriff deputies blame Sunday’s drifting snow and zero visibility for a crash that claimed the life of Ronald Dean Thurman, 39, of Bellevue. Dean was northbound on North Ave; Vi-mile north of Dowling Rd. at 1 p.m. when he was struck head on by a vehicle driven by Tommy Allen Easey, 40, of Brogan Rd. Easey escaped serious injury. Snow had piled up on both sides of the road, creating a single lane where the crash occurred. �The M.opie Volley New* NoihviHe Tuewfoy Jonuory 22, 1985 — Poge 2 Nashville News With several inches of snow on the ground, a steady downfall in the air and several more inches on its way, Nashville and environs has the appearance of a nostalgic Currier and Ives print as this report is being prepared Friday. Bitter cold u due to arrive on the heels of the storm, still most folks would not swap this wea t her for the elements that brought in the Great Ice Storm of 1985 Better to have our precipitation in mounds of lovely white fluff than in the form of freezing drizzle which wrecked such havoc on our community Good news to report is that Gale (Cooley) Chaffee was able to return home last week from Pennock Hospital, where she had been confined due to injuries sustained in a January 10th auto accident south of Nash­ ville. She is getting around in a wheelchair and two casts on tier legs: her right ankle was shattered and the left leg less seriously hurt. Gale is taking physical therapy twice weekly at Pennock, and expects to be in the cast for three months She, husband Brian, and their two children are staying tem­ porarily with his parents, the Richard Chaffees of Nash­ ville. In the bad news category: Mrs, Gloria Johncock of Nashville is still confined to Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids, after suffering a relapse last week in her recovery from fractured vertebrae. Before the set­ back she had been doing well, and was able to walk some in the corridors. We are sure a card or letter would cheer her. The ad­ dress is 1840 Wealthy S. E. 49506. The American Red Cross is conducting a blood drive today, Tuesday, Jah. 22, at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School gym. Chairperson Carleen Overholt reports that senior high youths in the classroom of teacher Chris Rickets are helping organize the event, which starts at 10 a.m. and concluded at 3:45 p.m Donors are needed. The Builders Class of United Methodist Church meets tomorrow night, Wednesday, Jan. 23, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Judd Cooley of Nashville. The meeting starts at 8 p.m. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week from the Maple Valley sophomore class in memory of Joseph Thatcher, a classmate who died in an auto accident in December; and in memory of Pauline Fleming Crispell of Nash­ ville’s Class of 1956 from several of her former classmates and their spouses: David and Rosalie Murphy, Bill and Bonnie Maker, Bob and Mary Lou Bitgood, Wayne and Penny Cogswell, Darlene Hughes, Ray and Jane Hickey, and Chuck and Carole Hussey. Donations to the fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested names of donors and of those designated in memorials will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed oh special scrolls to be displayed in the proposed $50,000 Children’s y Places to 9° and Things to do. > LOOK YOUR BEST at all times! At... The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville Call: 726-0257 Serving all Faiths Wing to be add4d to the present facility. Morre than half the goal has Sio w been readied. Remember, it’s still not too late to turn your old Christmas cards in for use in craft projects at area nur­ sing homes. Mrs. Jean Withy of rural Kalamo will make arrangements for pick-up if you will call her at Ver­ montville 726-0317. She By Susan Hinckley already has made deliveries of cards to various medical care facilities. Nashville Baptist Sunday School teachers will have a dinner at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at the church. The meal will be followed by a training session; The Joyful Sounds, a groigi from Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music, will present a half-hour musical program heaped even more winter misery on our area. Sub-zero temperatures and chill factors far below the zero reading brought about the cancellation of classes at schools in this area of Michigan and left many travelers stranded with stalled autos, including your reporter. Hence, the brevity of this report. at Nashville Baptist Church during 11 a.m. services Sunday, Feb. 3. A new singles group is being formed at Nashville Assembly of God. The first meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at the church. The group is being sponsored by the Assembly of God, but is open to all singles in the community. An Artic weekend blast Business good for Clayton's Auto Sales By Shelly Sulser Clayton’s Auto Sales has been in business in Nashville since July 22, 1984, and ac­ cording to owner Clayton Boles, business has been “pretty good. “Most of our business has been return business where people have bought from us and come back and bought again,” be said. Boles, whose business is strictly sales, deals in new and used cars and also takes trade-ins. Boles, who has been in the car business for the past 10­ years, and manager William McCants feel that Nashville is a good location because they like todeal on a “one-toone basis,” said Boles. “I’d rather sell wholesale to the public rather than to the dealer because I’d like to give them a great deal,” he said. The business, located at 201 Main St. in Nashville not only deals in car sales, but also includes a car wash by appointment which is run by Jay Bruce. The car wash is Ctaqtaui AWDMUt Clayton Boles and William McCants operate Clayton's Auto Sales in Nashville. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) open Monday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the car wash and car sales business, Boles owns a wrecker service near Bellevue. Clayton’s Auto Sales is open for business Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CtaqtMti AUTO SALES Obituaries Mrs. Agent Barrett POTTERVILLE Mrs. Agens Barrett, 76, of 4723 N. Hartel Rd., died Thursday, Jan. 17, 1985, at her home. She was formerly of Ver­ montville where she ran a small farm. She was married to Russell (Red) Barrett who owned a barber shop in Vermontville for several years. Mrs. Barrett is survived by one son, Ron D. Barrett of Potterville; one daughter, Mrs. Shirlee J. Kobiska of Holt; her grandchildren, Toni M. Kopen of Mason, Staff Sgt. Russell A. Kopen of Ft Leonardwood, Mo., Mrs. Kelly J. Harp of Ver­ montville, William M. Kopen of Holt, Tracey S. Barrett of Charlotte, and Marcey J. Barrett of Charlotte; and one great grandchild, Tara M. Kopen of Mason. In accordance with her wishes, the body will be cremated and there will be no services. Arrangements are by Pray Funeral Home of Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Archie R. Burd MIDDLEVILLE Mr. Archie R. Burd, 72, of Middleville, died Sunday, Jan. 20, 1985 at Provincial House in Hastings. Mr. Burd was bornFeb. 25, 1912 in Hastings, the son of Ray and Ella (Scobey) Burd. He married Esther N. Green on Sept. 1, 1934. He was a foundry worker at E.W. Bliss and was a member of Local 120 of the Bliss. He is survived by his wife, Esther; one daughter, Mrs. Rod (Mary Lou) Tietz of Middleville; five grand­ children; two sisters, Mrs. Abel (Carol) Mandez of Calif, and Mrs. Elton( Bonnie) Pierce of Battle Creek; five brothers, Dick, Bob and Arden all of Nash­ ville, Dale of Wisconsin, and Lawrence of Battle Creek; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral and commital services will be held Wed­ nesday, Jan-, 23 at 1:30 p.m. at Beeler Funeral Chapel in Middleville. Rev. John M. Boers will officiate with burial in Yankee Springs Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Emphysema Foun­ dation. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! Onlu^. «.i® CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. 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January 22, 1985 — Page 3 AISE seeks families for Nancy Moore is new secretary at Kellogg SchoolNancy Moore has been hired to replace Pam Har­ vey, who was transfered to the central office, as secretary at Kellogg School. Moore, of rural Nashville, began the position Monday, Jan. 7. After growing up in Nash­ ville and attending Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, where her father was head custodian for 27 years, she graduated in 1967. Nancy and her husband Orvin have three children, Jeff, 12, Alice, 9, and Wayne, 7. foreign exchange students Nancy Moor is the new secretary at Kellogg School in Nashville. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Host families are needed for high school foreign ex­ change students, aged 15 to 18, who have been selected to attend high schools in Michigan for the 1985-1986 school year in a program sponsored by the American Intercultural Student Ex­ change (AISE). Veronica Lejsved, a 16year-old girl from Sweden, is interested in swimming and horseback riding. She has taken riding lessons for ten years. She wishes to improve her English skills and learn the differences between America and Sweden. Eaton County residents participation urged The first session of the Eaton County Government Program is scheduled for Thursday evening, Jan. 24. This is the first of a foursession series concering the roles of government and how it impacts county residents. Resouce people include MSU specialists nationally known for their expertise in government policy and education. All county residents are encouraged to participate. The location is at the new governmental complex in Charlotte. There is no charge for this valuable program, however, registration is encouraged. Simply call the Extension office at 532-2310 to register or for more in­ formation, the schedule of events is listed below: Thursday, Jan. 24 “Evolution and structure of Michigan county government”, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Resource person: Lynn R. Harvey, Extension specialist State and Local Govern­ ment. Thursday, Jan. 31 From our readers To the Editor: As a scleroderma patient who has suffered alone for WANTED Snow blowers, antiques, rototillers lawn mowers, tires, refrigerators, dressers, dinette sets, mounted animal heads, log chains, color TVs; acoustic guitar and all reus­ able merchandise. Quality Pawn 209 N. MAIN ST.; NASHVILLE PH. 852-9473 HOURS 9 to 5 Mondoy - Saturday too many years with a disease that few people have ever even heard of, I am attempting to locate others ho suffer from scleroderma (systemic sclerosis). My New Year’s resolution is to correspond with as many scleroderma patients as possible. Doctors tell me there are 300,000 of us. 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Thursday, Feb. 14 “AgrcuturesImpacton Agriculture’s Impact on Policy Issues Effecting Agriculture and County Government”, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Resource Person: Jim Shaffer, Extension specialist State and Local Govern­ ment. Muzaffar Chaudhry, a 16year-old Pakistani boy living in Norway, enjoys European football, participating as a member of his school team and a part-time trainer. He also enjoys fishing and swimming. He is interested in learning about the American society and culture and hopes to return later to attend college. Veronica, Muzaffar, and other young people like them from several countries are in need of loving families to provide meals, lodging and guidance to them from mid­ August, 1985 until June, 1986, according to the Ruchs, the local representatives. These students have many in­ terests, from sports to politics to music and art, and have expressed an interest in learning about the United States and its people. They | Thursday, Jan. 24 from 9­ 12 noon Senior Citizens will be able to receive assistance in filling out their Homestead Exemption Forms by the Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education Staff. Renters and homeowners may be eligible to receive a refund. You must bring your Homestead Property tax statement and evidence of all income, including Social Security, retirement, in­ terest, etc. If you have received a Michigan tax booklet in the mail, please bring it With you. The Community Education Office is located in the Maple Valley High School. If you have questions, call the office at 852-9275. There is no charge for this service. The time set aside for this is as follows: Thursday, Jan. 24, 9 am.-12 noon and Friday, Feb. 1, 9 a.m.-12 noon. Maple Valley area Senior Citizens will be meeting Thursday, Jan. 24 in the Maple Valley High School auditorium at 12 noon. There will be a special program at that time. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. and costs $1.30. 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"Bringing a New Health Care Service to Eaton County" We Are Pleased to Announce the Opening of a Dermatology Clinic Dr. Andrew Messenger, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist Clinic Hours: Fridays, 8 a.m. -noon Location: Hospital, 321 East Harris St., Charlotte Appointments: Call 543-1050, Ext. 218. Referral not necessary Eaton Federal and FOUR COHVERIEHT LOMTIOHS TO SERVE YOU: RASHVILLE, MICHIGAH • PHORE 152-1130 ROME OFFICE ■'CHARLOTTE, MICHISAM ■ PHORE 543-3550 EATOH RAPIDS, MICHIGAR - PHORE 663-1551 OLIVET, UICHIGAR - PHORE 740-2011 OFFICE HOURS: 0:00 Io 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 0:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �Th* Moot* Valley New* Ho*h»iW«. 1ue*doy Janwory 22 1985 — Page 4 Mex >VWv*’'^*^',<Vv Gregg family was "driving force" in local expansion by Susan Hinckley (Author’s note: The following is a reprint of a Memories account first published April 2, 1980.) State Street from Washington to Reed, was — in the strictest sense of the word — Nashville’s first residential development. There, in the mid-1860s and 1870s a more or less con­ tiguous tract of frame homes was built in an orderly fashion. Several were constructed by the same family. True, the real genesis of Nashville had occurred more than a decade earlier on the north bank of the Thornapple River in the present-day Putnam Park area. There, in the mid-1850s the first white settlers pul down roots. They built a scattering of log structures, established both a sawmill and grist mill, and took up residence next to their Indian neighbors. Land south of the river was heavily forested, but soon the virgin timber fell to become stores and dwellings as the settlement expanded southward. George Gregg was the driving force behind that expansion, though his son Robert is better remembered for his 1865 platting of the village. With his wife and several grown sons and daughters, the senior Gregg bought land in 1854 in Section 13 of Castleton Township and settled north of Nashville in a rural area. “All the land within the present corporate limits of Nashville and much beyond those limits was owned by a group of speculators,’’ remembered Ethel Parrish Stansell, great granddaughter of George Gregg, in a 1955 News article on those early times. “Speculators bought (land here) as early as 1846, en­ couraged by the fact that all the district south, east and west, had been settled,” noted Mrs. Stansell. However, the newlyacquired Nashville area land did not sell readily. In fact, a U.S. Government land office inspector toured the site and reported it to be “a land of swamps, sinkholes, Indians, and wild beasts, and totally unfit for man or beast" George Gregg, an engineer and former government surveyor, moved in just at the right psychological moment, remembered his great ■ granddaughter. “He not only came and saw, but seeing, he could envision the possibilities of the site,” explained Mrs. Stansell. With his son Robert, Gregg started to trade, sell and buy until the family owned all the land from the Thornapple River to approximately Quaker Brook, from Main Street east to what is now Queen Street. A few isolated parcels had already been sold to individuals who settled here, but by the start of the Civil War in 1861 the Greggs owned the bulk of property which would comprise the original village. “The men (sellers), at least some of them, boasted of how they got the best of Old Man Gregg,” remem­ bered his great granddaughter. It appears, however, that the Greggs had the last laugh. When Robert platted the village in 1865, the family retained two sizeable parcels of land. “George Gregg was something of a patriarch,” explained Mrs. Stansell. “He had visions of assembling his entire baker’s dozen of children on the banks of the Thornapple. ” To assure himself and his progeny of homestead sites, Gregg reserved a parcel from Main to Queen Street, from the river to Reed Street, to be known as Gregg’s Reserve. In ad­ dition, he reserved nearly all of a large parcel from Reed Street to the alley south of the present-day fire station to be set aside as Gregg’s Reserve No. 1. The Gregg family first resided in the village in a log cabin they built just north of the present fire station. Later, about 1863, a large frame house was con­ structed as the Gregg homestead. It still stands at 344 North Main. All of Robert’s children were born How can you guarantee that you could replace your home? No problem. 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The Greggs, who acquired most of the original village property bebe­ fore the Civil War, reserved large parcels for themselves and built at least three dwellings on State as well as their Main Street homestead. in that house and his father lived out his declining years there. George died in 1880 at age 84. Before that time, State Street was well under development by the family. The first frame house on that street was a “small cottage” the Greggs built on the southeast corner of the Gregg Street intersection. (It still stands at 336 N. State.) Later, the Gregg family constructed two other homes in the same block of State Street: one at316 North State and the other on the corner of State and Washington, directly across from the Methodist Church. Probably no other house in Nashville has played such a unique role in local history as that latter residence (still ’■landing at 205 Washington Su eet). The Greggs built the home for Elder Philip Holler, an Indiana-born preacher and miller who came to Nashville in 1868, purchased a grist mill on the west bank of the Thornapple and built a new mill on the east bank in 1881. He also organized the Advent Christian Church here and helped erect the A.C.C. sanctuary on Reed Street. But the most notorious event centering on that Gregg-built house occurred after the Holler family had moved to another home near the mill. In 1888, the former Holler house on Washington at State was occupied by one Dr. Joseph T. Goucher and wife. It was in January of that year that the young At least four houses built in Nashville before 1870 by the George Gregg family still stand. Clockwise from top left: the 1863 Gregg homestead on North Main; a "small cottage" that was the first dwelling on State Street; the large 2-story State Street home often referred to as the Curtis Wash house; and the original Holler residence at the corner of State and Washington which figured in the bizarre criminal case against young Dr. Goucher in 1888. physician was accused of attempted grave-robbing at the Barryville cemetery. The corpse involved was that of 25-year-old Ed Branch, victim of a hunting accident. Dr. Goucher was one of the mourners in attendance at services for Branch held at the Barryville (now Peace United Methodist) church. When gossips put two and two together and came up with the idea that the crime had been the work of medical men after specimens for vivisection, Goucher was immediately suspected because he had no ironclad alibi for the night in question. He could prove his whereabouts at the time of the crime, he claimed, but not without besmirching the name of a respected woman in town. Goucher declared he would be hanged before he would say more. Mostly on circumstantial evidence, Goucher was finally convicted of at­ tempted grave robbery and sentenced in October 1888 to one year at hard labor in Jackson State Prison. A dropped glove and a recently used lantern helped convict the doctor, but the key testimony came from Nash­ ville’s night marshal. Taking the witness stand, he reported seeing Goucher hitch a horse to a light cutter at his home across from the Methodist church. There was another man with the doctor, said the marshal, and he overhead a conversation between the two: “Do you have it in the cutter?”... “No, I didn’t bring it out”... “Well, we won’t get far without it.” The doctor then went back into his house, reported the marshal, and a little later the two men got into the cutter and drove south toward the depot. 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Moreover, being responsive to the people who elected them, they established the system by which we live today according to the prescrip­ tion for it in the Bible, which allows the maximum of freedom; including the choice of our religion. They knew that although there is but one God, we must follow our own personal path to reach Him. Attend your House of Worship this Sabbath, and remember our great leaders whose legacy of freedom allowed you to choose it. 852-9376 MARK & DORIS ANDREWS, Owners If you would like to sponsor this page, please caU... 945-9554 Government is the people; and it's from the people to the leaders, not from the leaders to the people. — Red Skelton "Remember them which have the rule oyer you, who have spoken unto you the word of God.” — Hebrews 13:7 219 S. State St. 852-0882 Trowbridge Service ■ AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 REALTOR* WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER 126 S. Main St. BROKER Nashville, Ml. 49073 res. 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Worship .. 11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Morning Evening Service p.m. >> A u.Mn.a Syer cvicoeo .. 10 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) 1 a.m. Fellowship Time After P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: P.M. Service . . 7 p.m. Worship. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study .......... 8 p.m. AWANA ......... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. J. G. BOOMER ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR PAUL L. BOGER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF DARRYVILLE Nashville, Mich. Assistant... Dan Smith Assistant... Dan Smith 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a,m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School ..10 A.M. Worship .. 11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. January 22, 1985 — Page 6 Local Girl Scouts begin cookie sales FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, Jan. 23 - 7:30 p.m., ASCS Government Program and Elevator Discounts meeting, Charlotte High School Vo Ag Room. Thursday, Jan. 24 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl organizational meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte aro e Fairgrounds. Jan. 24, 31 - Milk Secretion Shortcourse, Fowler. Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 - 7:30 p.m., County Government Program, Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 26 - 9:30-3 p.m., Central Michigan Ag Day, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Saturday, Jan. 26 - 12 noon, teen organizational meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Saturday, Jan. 26 -1 p.m., Clean-up Day in the 4-H Building, fairgrounds, Charlotte. Monday, Jan. 28 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Superintendents meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Jan. 29 - 7:30 p.m., Wildlife Preservation or Elimination, “Getting into Country Living” series, cour­ thouse, Charlotte. Wednesday, Jan. 30 - 7:30 p.m., Crop Production, Ag Room, Charlotte High School. Saturday, Feb. 2 - 4-H Shooting Sports: Firearms 10 noon, archery 1-3 p.m., 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Monday, Feb. 4 - 8 p.m., Dairy Herd Health meeting, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Monday, Feb. 4-7 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds, Charlotte. Monday, Feb. 4 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Outdoor Club, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Feb. 5 - 7:30 p.m., Beginning Beekeeping, “Getting into Country Living” series, courthouse, Charlotte. Tuesday, Feb. 5 - 1:30-3:30 p.m. or 7:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H New Leader Orientation, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Feb. 5-9:30 a.m., MAEH Council, Extension of­ fice, Charlotte. Saturday, Feb. 9 -10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Monday, Feb. 11 - 8 p.m., Buying or Leasing Ag Machinery, Lakewood. Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7:30 p.m., Buying or Leasing Ag Machinery, Vo-Ag Room, Charlotte High School. Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7 p.m., 4-H Rodeo Club, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Feb. 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 - Grain Marketing Seminar, Union, MSU. Thursday, Feb. 14 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development Meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Imagine sinking your teeth into a deliciously soft wafer of fudgie peppermint or the lucious taste of caramel with toasted coconut and chocolate on a crisp vanilla wafer. Now imagine your sur­ prise when you answer the knock on your front door to find one of your local Girl Scouts taking orders for those same delicious mor­ sels. Yes, it’s Girl Scout cookie time again — that time of year when you can treat your mouth to some of the best tasting cookies around. Girl Scouts from Sunfield and Vermontville will begin taking orders on Jan. 25 and continue through Feb. 10. Cookies will be delivered and money collected between March 5 and March 20. Michigan Capitol Girl Scout Council has changed to a new bakery for this year’s cookies, so your old favorites will now be found with new names. There are seven varieties to choose from, all selling at $1.75 a box. Trefoils are the name of the low calorie, oldfashioned shortbread cookies. Chocolate Chunks are thick and rich and loaded with pure chocolate drops. Crunchy Peanut Butter Sandwich cookies are called Do-si-dos; while the delicious chocolate and peanut butter patties are known as Tagalongs. Wood shop offered in local adult program Second semester Maple Valley Adult Education classes begin Feb. 4th. A wood shop class will be of­ fered for the first time. The class will be taught by Bill Kipp on Monday evenings. Those enrolling in this class will be given basic operational and safety in­ struction on the equipment. The basics will be given in measuring, cutting, sanding and finishing. Auto Mechanics will also be offered again this coming semester and will be taught by Pat Powers. These classes will give the student credit toward a high school diploma. Many other classes are offered through this program. Some of these classes are Government, U.S. History, typing, ac­ counting GED Preparation, English, Computer classes and more. Classes are held at MeadO-Acres on Thornapple Lake Rd. in the daytime and at Maple Valley High School in the evening. For further information, or to enroll, call 852-9275, or stop in the Community Education Office in the high school. Office hours for January are from 1-9:45 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. These classes are free to those without a high school diploma and grads under 20 years of age. Others may take the classes for a fee. Memories of the past continued from page 4— McDonald’s Ice Cream Variety of Flavors Kai Kan Cat Food , $1A 99^/SjOO Gal STORE Nashville hobby of collecting anatomical specimens. (A complete story of the Goucher affair appeared as a Memories of the Past published Feb. 23, 1982.) Other ancient State Street homes with perhaps less bizarre histories still line both sides of the thorough­ fare. According to Mrs. Stansell’s recollection, homes built about 1870 on the west side of the street in­ clude those at 305, 315, 323, 401 (the former Stansell home); and 415. On the east side of State, in addition to the three homes already mentioned, other houses dating back to the era of the Gregg Family development are those at 406 and 410 State. ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalama, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 416 N. Main St. OPEN: Monday thru Friday 7: 30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00p.m Eprly Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Another favorite are the Samoas, those caramel and coconut goodies, and there are also Thin Mints with a fudgie peppermint middle wrapped in chocolate. To complete the line-up of delectable treats, there are assorted Juliettes — crisp, light shortbread dipped in creamy, lemon coating and pecan shortbread dipped in brown sugar praline coating (one package of each flavor per box). These cookies are baked by Little Brownie Bakeries and sold exclusively by Girl Scouts. They are all made with 100 percent vegetable shortening and contain no artificial colors and no preservatives. Girl Scout cookies freeze well, so buy extras. Remember that 98 cents for each box purchased is deductable on your income tax returns. Profits from the cookie sale go to individual troops for trips, crafts, badges, and other uses, and are also the main source of income for the Girl Scout Council, who use the money to partly maintain and subsidize camping programs. If you are not contacted by a scout, you may place an order by calling Karen at 566-8826, Heidi at 566-8664, or Joyce at 726-0524. A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative CAPITAL PUNISHMENT RESOLUTION INTRODUCED - A bi-partisan group of members from the Michigan House and Senate have introduced a joint resolution designed to place on the November 1986 ballot a repeal of Michigan’s constitutional ban on capital punishment. STATE TO OFFER EMERGENCY AID TO ICEPLAGUED COUNTIES - The New Year’s ice storm that caused over $50 million damage in 13 Michigan counties has led Governor Blanchard to declare a state of emergency that will allow the affected areas to apply for statesubsidized emergency relief. The counties are Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Eaton, Genesee, Ingham, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland and Van Buren. WOMEN’S PRISON FACILITY WILL HOUSE 250 - The Michigan Department of Corrections will begin housing minimum security women prisoners in three unused buildings at the Coldwater Regional Center for Develop­ mental Disabilities beginning in April. The former mental health facilities are being converted into a prison to ease Michigan’s chronic prison overcrowing problem. VICTIMS OF CRIME LEGISLATION - Victims of crime would be granted substantial rights under a comprehensive 17-point plan that is being introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives this week. The proposal would provide crime victims with notices of their rights, court procedures, protection from intimidation, and restitution by the defendent for the victim’s expenses, including loss of ear­ nings, and medical and funeral costs, and would require automatic attachment of some of the defendent’s assets to pay for those expenses. STATE SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMISSION CREATED - Michigan will celebrate its 150th birthday as a state in 1987 and the newly created Michigan Sesquicentennial Commission will soon begin the pleasant task of developing a comprehensive plan to ensure that the celebration will take place smoothly and efficiently. The Office of the Michigan Sesquicentennial Commission will be under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of State’s office. STATE PARK CAMPING FEES INCREASE The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced that the Natural Resources Commission has approved a $1 increase in most camping fees at Michigan state parks effective January 1, 1985. Reservation fees for camp permits have increased to $4, semi-modern campground fees have increased to $6, and modern campground fees have increased to $6. (A modern campground has bathrooms, showers and electricity and a semi-modern campground has either bathrooms and showers or electricity.) BEDFORD AUCTION FOOD SALE • Saturday, January 26' Beginning at... 4 P.M. Re-opening Friday Night Sales at... 7 P.M. BEDFORD AUCTION ON M-37 (Bedford Rd.) — We Take Consignments — Ph. 968-S178 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1985 — Page 7 Lions edge St. Philip 51-43 to remain in SAAAA title hunt Okiko Okitsu and her daughter Rumi demonstrate how to make paper animals the way they do in Japan.. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Former Japanese exchange student visits Maplewood first graders A Japanese woman who was an international ex­ change student 20-years ago has returned to Vermontville to visit her former host family. Okiko (Takasuka) Okitsu from Urawa, Saitama Japan, and her 13-year old daughter, Rumi, were guests at the home of Norma Shance-Viele of Ver­ montville, arriving Satur­ day, Jan. 12 and returning home today. During her first visit to the United States in 1965 when she was 17 years old, Okiko resided with the Shance family for 14 months, and attended Maple Valley High School. “I was younger and cuter then,” Okiko chuckled. During their visit in Janet Alien’s first grade class at Maplewood school where Mrs. Viele’s grandson at­ tends, Okiko and Rumi answered student’s questions, demonstrated Japanese writing and taught the children to make paper animals. 55 55®?^ ??5?**S *5*??****Sm! **•&<•. csai ^FfflunnijKii °® >H ISE! 1 IS ii*KfygilG*h fcBBjilplIktai Bn^mtdiiiipiii rsuTOWffifc FtHUUWIMi esmasnmH KiladiMilW nxBirri®!® I iffrw wd lriM>l iTd'iisa#1 jddtafiW®** It’s hard to classify a basketball game played in the middle of January as a “must” game, but don’t tell that to Maple Valley’s sputtering cage team. The Lions captured what could only be termed a must game last Friday by knocking off St. Philip 51-43. The win earned Maple Valley a split of critical road games last week as the Lions had lost at Bronson on Tuesday, 57-53. The St. Philip win leaves Maple Valley tied with Bronson and Olivet, which beat Bronson 63-45 in a makeup game last Saturday, for the SMAA lead. The Lions are 5-1 (6-2 overall) while the Vikings and the Eagles are both 4-1. St. Philip is still very much alive at 3-2. “We’re happy to be tied for the lead again,” said Lion Coach Jerry Reese. “It looks like it’ll be a three-team race down to the end.” Despite scoring only 6 first period points, Maple Valley only trailed the Tigers 25-23 at the half. The Lions spurted ahead in the third quarter by outpointing St. Philip 14-9 and again by the Sports same margin in the final eight minutes. Poor field goal shooting, which plagued Maple Valley in the Bronson loss, was again a sore spot against St. Philip. The Lions hit only 20of-60 (33 percent) against the Tigers and 22-of-66 (33 percent) against Bronson. Normally reliable Lion guards Jeff Hamilton and Gary Reid could hit only 10of-38 shots between them. “The shots are there, we’re just not hitting them,” said Reese. “Every team goes through physical down times and I think we’re just in one of those. It’s too bad it has to come at this part of our schedule.” Hamilton led Maple Valley with 17 points and 8 steals against St. Philip. Reid added 10 points and 12 more about the livestock industry are encouraged to - COMPUTER CLASS for grades 4 thru 6,4:00 pm to 6:00 pm • Tuesday, January 29 • Thursday, January 31 • Tuesday, February 5 • Thursday, February 7 at Maple Valley High School cost *10 To enroll call... Maple Valley/Lakewood Community Education 852-9275 participate in the 1985 4-H livestock quiz bowl program. The organizational meeting for this activity will be held on Thursday, Jan. 24, at 7:30 p.m. at Kardell Hall on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. No previous ex­ perience in necessary, but anyone interested in par­ ticipating should attend the meeting. Those unable to attend, should notify the Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594, prior to the meeting. WANTED Snow blowers, antiques, rototillers lawn mowers, tires, refrigerators, dressers, dinette sets, mounted animal heads, log chains, color TVs, acoustic guitar and all reus­ able merchandise. Quality Pawn 209 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE PH. 852-9473 HOURS 9 to 5 Monday - Saturday ACTION-ADS CENTERLINE preengineered steel buildings at discounted Winter prices. Plan ahead for Spring! Buy Now and Save!!! Call 1-800-835-2246 Ext. 126 for your best deal. (2-5) Irene’s Beauty Shop 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 WARM UP TO THESE SAVINGS SLIM-FAST CHOCOLATE OR VANILLA SHAKE OR HOT COCOA VICKS* FORMULA 44D DECONGESTANT COUGH MDCTyRE 4-H Livestock Bowl to begin Jan. 24 Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers interested in learning rebounds and Greg Lenz chipped in 8 points. Against Bronson, Hamilton finished with 18, Ryan Trowbridge 12 and Lenz and Reid 10 each. The Lions play at Portland Jan. 22 before returning home to face Pennfield on Jan. 25. 160Z. R-D VICKS ALCOHOL SWABS 100’S FORMULA 440 3 0Z. J93 LESS MFG. REBATE FINAL COST DR®RAt cfCokta, VICKS NYQUIL 263 75 6 OZ. DRIXORAL TABLETS IOS 229 DENTAL FLOSS 50 YD. ASSORTED .79 lAflNtSHXO NASAL SPRAY 025 Wetting Solution BARNES-HIND WETTING SOLUTION 2 OZ. OR CLEANING & SOAKING SOLUTION 4 OZ. 15 ML. R-D MICRO-FINE III INSULIN SYRINGES 100’S #8410, #8412, #8413, #8461 LESS MFG. REBATE FINAL COST $17.59 -2.00 $15.59 MACE PHARMACY HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1985 — Page 8 International Parade of Fashions offers learning experience Want to learn more about new modeling techniques and different types of clothing worn in other countries? The International Parade of Fashions is your opportunity to make all of fills happen for you. 30 Winners You could win a partially paid trip to Michigan State University, June 18-21. Early in the week, winners will learn new modeling techniques and staging in preparation for the In­ ternational Parade of Fashions on Wednesday evening during 4-H Ex­ ploration Days. The garment you choose to enter and model can be one purchased while traveling in a foreign country, borrowed from a friend or relative, or a replica which the con­ testant has constructed. In addition to individual en­ tries, we are also en­ couraging two or more from a county to enter as a group to illustrate clothing worn by males or females or different types of garments worn in the country. The contest is open to all 4­ H members 12 years and older. Entry form must be submitted to the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension office by Feb. 22, 1985. For more information and registration forms, contact County the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. 4-H Modeling Workshop Are you a 4-H member age 14 and above interested in learning more about wardrobe coordination, posture and poise for modeling? Attend the Michigan 4-H Youth Program Modeling Workshop. Resource person for the modeling clinic will be C.L. Adams, President of and Adams’ Modeling Finishing School of Lansing. Susan Momber, a former 4-H member and Assistant Manager of a Hit and Miss Store, will be showing spring fashions and discussing wardrobe planning. The workshop will be March 2 in the Union Ballroom at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Workshop participants interested can attend a MSU Theatre production of Eleventh Night on the Festival Stage, Wharton Center for the Performing Arts. This will be' a special production for teens of Shakespeare’s Eleventh Night. The per­ formance will be followed by a presentation by the costume designer and an opportunity to see the costumes. For registration, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 Wednesday, Feb. 6. Eaton County Transit elects new officers At the January 9 meeting of file board of directors of Eaton County Tran­ sportation Authority, of­ ficers for 1985 were elected. Re-elected as chairman and vice-chairman were Jim NOTICE Village of Vermontville will be picking up tree limbs from curb side only until February 1, 1985. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in organizational and recessed ses­ sion at the County Facilities, in the City of Char­ lotte on January 2 and January 16, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Stephens, county com­ missioner from Dimondale, and Lynda Trinklien, aiderwoman from Grand Ledge. Elected as cotreasurers were Howard P e n r o d, Charlotte representative, and Jeralyn Lowe., consumer representative. Other board members are: Marietta White, White,, Eaton Rapids; Eleanor Balaam, Olivet; Dorothy Carpenter, Northwest Quadrant; and Dick Mann of Delta Town­ ship. Committee ap­ pointments were also made at the meeting. EATRAN recently com­ pleted its fourth year of operation. During fiscal year 1983-84, 130,319 passengers were transported. Of the total 26 percent were han­ dicapped passengers and 19 percent were senior citizens. The Authority employs 27 full- and part-time em­ ployees. Funding for the public transit system comes from federal, state and local susidies as well as user fees. For more information about EATRAN or for a copy of its FY 1983-84 annual report, contact Debra Williamson, manager, at the EATRAN office. Mater’s RAPID OIL & TIRE SPECI AL LUBE, OIL & FILTER includes up to 5 qts. major brand oil, lubrication of front end. Check air pres- _ — _ mAn « *> 133"OvK~13 SOE00 ALL-SEASON STEEL RADIALS *1463 .„ ALL-SEASON STEEL RADIALS 204 S. Main, Nashville NEW BATTERIES «36»5 EXTERIOR HAND CAR WASH . Mon. - Fri. Cars: $5°° Trucks: $7°° POLY SNOWS 215-D-15 225-D-15 235-D-15 9.50 3.95 7.95 Coupons earn ’400 for 4-H projects For the second year Eaton County 4-H clubs took part in distributing- Wendy’s coupons offering a reduced OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a m. - 6.00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 o.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jeff Kennedy, Manager; John Mater, Owner Can ...852-1948 price on Wendy’s food. Stanton and Associates, operators of the Charlotte Wendy’s donated 25 cents for each coupon redeemed to 4-H Learn basketweaving karate and more! Several enrichment classes are being offered this winter through the Maple Valley-Lakewood Com­ munity Education program. Karate classes are offered Tuesday evenings in. the all purpose room at Maplewood School. The class which meets from 6-7 p.m. is for boys and girls in kin­ dergarten to eighth grade. The class that meets from 7-9 p.m. is for boys and girls from age seven on up, as well as men and women. Come to that class as a family! Art­ form is stressed in these classes, competitive techniques are not taught. A special offer is being ■made to families. If several members in one family would like to attend, the fee is paid for for the first two family members, and the rest are free. Ifyou want to lear n how to play the guitar, classes are being offered on Thursday evenings beginning Jan. 24th. They are taught by Larry Dockter. Classes run for one half hour throughout the evening.A beginning basketweaving class will be taught by Sue DeMond and held at AND TRUCKS NEW and USED TIRES 195-75R-14............... *43.95 205-75R-14........ *46.95 215-75R-15............... *48.95 225-75R-15............... *50.50 235-75R-15.................... *51.25 Good Year Wrangler... *79.00 From left, Al Lecrone, Wendy's area director and Nancy Thelen, 4-H youth agent witness as Gloria Pennington, president of the Eaton County 4-H council, receives a check for $400.00 from Charlotte Wendy's manager Dale McClintock. Gloria and Nancy also drew 12 names out of the shopping bag full of redeemed coupons to award Wendy's tee shirts to lucky 4-Hers. (Photo supplied) Need to walk? If you need to walk each day for health reasons and would like to. walk -inside a building this Winter, you may walk in the halls at Maple Valley High School for 4-7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. If you have questions abo’ut this call the Maple Valley Community Education Office at 852-9275. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons arid evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tin) the Mead-O-Acres Com­ munity Center Building on Thornapple Lake Rd. from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31. Come spend the day and learn how to make an eight inch egg basket. You will be working with flat and round reed. Materials will be furnished and you will pay the instructor for these. To enroll, or for further information on any of these .Classes, call the Maple Valley Community Education Office at 852-9275. to upgrade the mini part of the Eaton County Fairgrounds. The redeemed coupons resulted in a $400 contribution by Stanton and Associates to the Eaton County 4-H Council’s mini park fund. Gloria Pennington, adult president of the 4-H Council and Nancy Thelen, 4-H Youth Agent, drew out 12 of the redeemed coupons with the names of 4-H club members who were awarded Wendy’s tee shirts. Winners were Chad Burt, Tim Jones; Travis Jones, Jeff Rinehart, Beth King, and Carmen Sanders, all of Charlotte; Josi Merryfield from Mulliken; Tom Pfiester, Bellevue; Christina Priesman, Vermontville; Matt Pion, Olivet; and Cheryl Van Houten and Randy Kenyon from Sun­ field. — notice: — Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids bn a 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury until 4 P.M. FEBRUARY 5, 1985. Phone 726-1429 The Village has the right to accept or re­ ject any or all bids. • NOTICE • Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on a 1958 GMC dump-scraper truck until 4 P.M., FEBRUARY 7, 1985. Phone 726-1429 The Village has the right to accept or re­ ject any or all bids.' THANK YOU The Village of Vermontville would like to thank Bill Hosey for the use of his tractor to run our generator during the ice storm. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22, 1985 — Page 9 Grain marketing conference planned Vermontville The Cooperative Ex­ tension Service of Michigan and Indiana are teaming up this winter to offer a grain marketing series for far­ mers. The teleconference will be held on Wednesday evenings, 7:30-10 p.m., Feb. 13,20, 27 and March 6 and 13, in Room 336 of the MSU Union. The registration fee is $45 per person or $65 per couple. Registrations are limited to the first 135 applicants and can be made at the following jnid-Michigan county Ex­ tension offices: Barry, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson-Calhoun, Livingston and Shiawassee. According to program coordinator Allen Krizek, a major portion of the grain marketing teleconference will be taught by Dr. William Uhrig, an agricultural economist at Purdue BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS faulty **fai tok •■■I i'r-Ei&iiii *»l» fatyMtyH •ty h le 'li ■te Pisfettei it* -rsii tatfr. sfa fc hi (kt al fcty WhiM 12,1. 1 January 22 - West Michigan Area Swine Production Seminar, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Coopersville High School Library. January 22 - 4-H Stitchery Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. January 22-24 - Great Lakes Vegetable Growers Convention, Lansing Civic Center, Lansing. January 23-24 - Michigan Ag Buildings and Machinery Conference, Grand Rapids Hilton. January 26 - 4-H Dairy Pizza Party, 8 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. January 26 - Central Michigan Ag Day, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. January 29 & Feb. 5,12 - Headquarters on Forest Road, East Lansing. Course fee of $15 for registration and materials covers all four courses. Participants Will need to purchase their lunch. January 31 - Special 4-H Teen Meeting (on scholarships, careers and starting a service club for teens), 8 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. February 1-3 - 4-H Clowning Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. February 4 - Dairy Herd Health Management Seminar, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. February 5 - West Michigan Swine Production Seminar, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Coopersville High School Library. February 5 & 12 - Basic Dairy Cattle Nutrition and Feeding. This is a continuing series of lectures sponsored by Dr. Thomas from M.S.U. The lectures will take place at the Olde Kent Inn, Kent City, from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. A $35 per person fee will be charged for meals and registration. February T*- Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. February 9 - Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, Community Building, Hastings. February 9 - 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic, MSU, Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing. NOTICEfaritM drawing trendlines, iden­ tifying formations and price objectives will make up the first two classes. Dr. Hilker will then discuss marketing alternatives in the third class, including: hedging, basis contracts, delayed pricing, forward contracts, hedge to arrive and ag op­ tions. Mr. Armond Hartung of The Andersons, Albion, as well as Dr. Uhrig’s video taped presentation, will also assist in the marketing alternatives class. The fourth class entitled, The Grain Moisture Con­ troversy, will examine the economics of grain grades, drying and storage, shrinks and discounts, and rewetting grain. The final class will put it all together, covering sources of market in­ formation and developing a marketing plan. Additional information on the Grain Marketing Teleconference can be ob­ tained by contacting any of the Extension Agricultural Agents in the previous mentioned counties, or Allen Krizek, Eaton County Ex­ tension Director, 517-543­ 2310. Eaton County 4-H teens to form county group Are you a 4-H teen that would like the opportunity to have a county teen group to plan fun activities, trips, tours, programs, and fund­ raising events together? If so, please come to a Teen Organizational Meeting on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 12 noon at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The potential for things a group could do is unlimited. Already in the forming is the Colorado Exchange, a Teen Lock-In, and a dance to be during the fair. By coming to this meeting to name and form it, you will be a founder of the group. Adults and parents in­ terested in helping, please come also. There will be a clean-up of the 4-H Building at 1 p.m., if you choose to stay over past the meeting. Your help will be ap­ preciated! news Reverie by Ileen N. Ferguson Wafting snowflakes like wispy feathers, Softly blanketing mountain and glen. Creating a world of sparkling beauty, Untouched, by hands of mortal men. Snow that brightens the city’s darkness, And softens the skyscrapers silhouette, The trees in the park rustle and whisper; Dancing like night-capped marionettes. When the keeper of the Universe tires of This drab, dreary world below, He covers it all in pure; white beauty, With the whispering, drifting snow. Coming events — Thursday, Jan. 24 - Nash­ ville and Vermontville Senior Citizens meet at 12 noon for lunch and program at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. _______ Mrs. Lorraine Whaley Bulmer, 51, of Lansing,former resident, passed away Jan. 6 at Sparrow Hospital. Burial was in Ovid beside her brother and father. Survivors included her husband Howard Bulmer, six stepsons, her ENERGY SAVERS COMPETIDOOR by Taylor Pre-Hung Steel Insulated Entrance Doors VSBI 2 8.’10660 VSB2-I 2-8.$14560 m.’1O680 3o.’14560 VSB63I VSB44I 28 ’162” 2- 8.’16225 M.H62253- 0.H6225 Junior and senior class high school students who are interested in applying for $1000 college scholarships should request applicants by March 15, from the Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation, 721 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest, Ill. 60045. To receive an application, students should send a note stating their name, address, city, state and zip code, approximate grade point average and year of graduation. Fifty award winners will 4-H building clean-up set VSB60I 28 .’11180 M.’lll" Standard with 4!4" jamb, adjustable threshold, six fingered botto m sweep. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD All Eaton County 4-H members, parents, and leaders’ help is needed in cleaning up the 4-H Building on the Fairgrounds in Charlotte at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26. The 4-H Building is owned by the Eaton County 4-H Advisory Council and was constructed in 1951. 4-H volunteers are depended on to keep the building in maintenance. We will be cleaning the walls, and fixing up old and new tables. All help will be greatly ap­ preciated. DELIVEmNG-PUIIIIING-ESTIMtTING-SAVIIIG ACTION-ADS Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) by Ava Kroger mother Mrs. Clara Seeley of Nashville and a sister, Mrs. Carla Hale of Charlotte. Lorraine was a graduate of VHS Class of 1951. Because of cold weather and drifted roads, the Vermontville Garden Club is postponed one month. Mrs. Frances Olson had surgery on her ankle Thursday and is recuperating at the home of her nephew, Lawrence Sherman, 6178 Pollard, East Lansing, 48823. Mrs. Ethel Figg had surgery on her leg Friday and at last reports is doing as well as can be expected. Mrs. Mina Barnes who was in Pennock Hospital last week is back in Barry County Medical Care Facility and doing better. Most of the weather the last few days concerns below zero temperatures, roads closed because of drifts, many cancellations of hundreds of schools in­ cluding Maple Valley, creating hardships for many. We envy those for­ tunate enough to be in Florida, but even by reports there is danger to the citrus fruits there. This is President Reagan’s big weekend but cold weather has cancelled the Inaugural Parade and moved the noon ceremonies inside the Capitol. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE,.. RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 Scholarship deadline set S «fi£s i University and a recognized expert in the area of grain marketing. Dr. Uhrig is coordinating the series in Indiana, which will be broadcast live over the In­ diana Higher Education Telecommunication system (IHETS), just nine days before Michigan’s series. “We investigated a live hook-up with the Indiana broadcast,’* Krizek says, “but found the cost to be much too expensive.” Michigan’s program will rely on video tapes of the Indiana series and in-person presentations by Dr. Jim Hilker, MSU Agricultural Economist and several guest speakers. Krizek further explains that the grain marketing teleconference will take a different approach to teaching grain marketing than what has been traditionally taken by MSU specialists. “Dr. Uhrig will focus first on forecasting commodity prices by charting price movements.” Understanding bar charts, moving averages, and point and figure charts, followed by hands-on experience WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <5 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! be selected on the basis of academic performance, involvement in ex­ tracurricular activities and need for financial aid. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 From — Kelley’s for January Savings 4’x6' $647 SHAG RUGS Many colors - Super at only CHAIR CUSHIONS Padded, tie on $7a00 4 for ’CS/XTQ7 2 Drawer HOME FILE 22"Hxl3"Wxl6" Deep Re9 “ LOVE STORIES S'* Mix or match HAIR ACCESSORIES Big Selection Withold Reg.‘1” BAB-0 CLEANSER QQC $100 Reg. 2/’l No 3for X See our Clearance Racks — All Winter Clothing Reduced! CHECK KELLEY’S FIRST’ Variety Store “29 Years” DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 22. 1985 — Page 10 Farm Credit Services investigating long-term solution to farm debt Farm Credit Services, St. Paul, a farmer-owned len­ ding organization, is in­ vestigating proposals that will help improve the long­ term financial position of American farmers through reduced operating expenses and stabilization of the value of agricultural assets. One of these is a program that would encourage private investment in agriculture through elimination of federal in­ come taxes on the interest earned on securities and savings accounts dedicated to farm loans. Such a program would assist a certain portion of those farmers with troubled loans by providing additional money at interest rates that are lower than present commercial rates.The second is a proposal to remove farmland acquired through foreclosures from the market, thereby assuring that this land does not further reduce the value of farmland that is located nearby the property. The investment approach to reducing interest rates is now being considered by Congress as a result of a resulution introduced by Minnesota Congressman Vin Weber. Farm Credit Ser­ vices, St. Paul is assisting in a study of this proposal by arranging meetings between the Congressman’s staff and officials of the Farm Credit Funding Corporation in New York. The Farm Credit Funding Corporation markets Farm Credit securities on a worldwide basis. Sale of these securities provides the loan funds that Federal Land Bank Associations, Production Credit Associations and Banks for Cooperatives lend to farmers, ranchers and farmer-cooperatives throughout the country. “As a farmer-owned lending organization, we believe that these types of long-term approaches that are national in scope offer more potential for solving the financial problems of agriculture than other more short-term proposals, such as state-initiated moratoriums on farm foreclosures,’’ said John Ryan, a Springfield, Min­ nesota farmer, who heads the Farm Credit Services legislative advisory com­ mittee in Minnesota. Ryan, who is also a member of the board of directors of the Federal Land Bank Association of St. James and the Farm Credit Board of St. Paul, believes that a a foreclosure moratorium will make the current financial problems in agriculture even worse. “A moratorium would make it very difficult for farmers to get credit for this spring’s planting needs, and it would force interest rates even higher because the lenders would have to pass the loan losses that would result onto their other customers.” Farm Credit Services, St. Paul reports that the loan losses being experienced by Production Credit Associations and Federal Land Bank Associations throughout its four-state district have increased significantly during the past year due to the inability of many of the member­ borrowers to generate enough income to make loan payments. Farm Credit Services, St. Paul is the Federal Land Bank, the Federal In­ termediate Credit Bank, and the Bank for Cooperatives. Along the Production Credit Associations and Federal Land Bank Associations, Farm Credit Services specializes in credit and related financial servies to farmers, ranchers, agricultural businesses and cooperatives in the Seventh Farm Credit District of North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. Farm Credit Services is part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, which is privately funded and cooperatively owned and directed by its member­ borrowers. The Seventh District is the largest of the 12 Farm Credit Districts in terms of member-borrowers and loan volume out­ standing. Serving Our Country David A. Wall David A. Wall, son of Donald R. and Donna J. Wall of 4400 Frvin Road, Bellevue, has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of airman first class. Wall is a pavements maintenance specialist at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base, with the 410th Civic Engineering Squadron. His wife, Melinda, is the daughter of Shirley A. Eggerstedt of Nashville. The airman is a 1982 graduate of Heritage Hills Christian High School, Bellevue. BOB'S SERVICE SHOP 610 S. Wellman Rd., Nashville, Ml 49073 852-9377 Has the 1985 230-Sin! Even the most experienced riders have never experienced a four-wheeler like the Quadsport. It’s powered by a reliable Suzuki 4-stroke with TDCC. But you get more than sheer power. An innovative Suzuki full suspension system gives you the power of control. THE 1985 Isuzuki |. QUADRUNNERS FOREMOST IN FOUR-WHEELING. David A. Reese David A. Reese, son of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Reese of Rural Route 3, Nashville, has received a four-year U.S. Air Force RQTC scholarship The cadet was selected for the scholarship on the basis of comprehensive tests, high school scholastic achievement and extracurricular activities. The scholarship covers full tuition, textbooks, laboratory fees and pays a monthly subsistence allowance. Upon graduation and completion of the ROTC program, the cadet will be commissioned an Air Force second lieutenant. Reese is a student at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Tommy L. Upston Airman 1st Class Tommy L. Upston, son of Linda L. Upston of 308 W. Jackson St., Tekonsha, and Tommy L. Upston of 1330 S.E. Second St., Evansville, Ind., has graduated from the U.S. Air Force aerospace ground equipment mechanic course at Chanute Air Force Base, Ill. During the course, students were taught to repair generators, gas turbines and hydraulic pumping equipment. They also earned credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Upston is scheduled to serve with the 15th Field Maintenance Squadron at Hickam Force Base, Hawaii. His wife, Denise, is the daughter of David L. and Joyce R. Yaudes of 4340 Young Road, Bellevue. He is a 1982 graduate of Tekonsha High School. ACTION-ADS LOST: Black and brownish gray striped cat, longhair. Family pet. Call 852-1899, Nashville. (1-22) Why and how to use seed catalogs By Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director If your mailbox is like mine, you have already received a number of garden and seed catalogs. There are several reasons for taking a closer look at these catalogs. Probably the biggest reason is the great choice of varieties they offer. Many of the Michigan State University-recommended varieties, All-American Selections and other top performing varieties of vegetables and flowers are commonly available only through catalogs. New varieties often aren’t available in garden centers, grocery stores and other retail seed outlets until several years after they’ve appeared in catalogs. Another plus of catalog shopping is the tremendous amount of information that catalogs provide, not only on specific varieties but on general culture of various crops. Information on disease resistance, quality, yield, size, shape and color of flowers or fruits, days to maturity from sowing or transplanting, mature size, and best uses (freezing, jams and jellies, dried flower arrangements, etc.) can be valuable not only as you try to choose varieties but also as you plan the garden and grow your crops. Price can vary a great deal from one seed outlet to another. By comparison Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday,Jan. 28 Hoagie patty, tri-taters, peas, pears. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Fishwich, tartar sauce, green beans, fresh fruit. Wednesdsay, Jan. 30 Hot dogs, French fries, corn, applesauce, cookie. Thursday, Jan. 31 Chicken nuggets, peas, peaches, biscuits and honey. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Fuller St. School Monday, Jan. 28 Mini sub, lettuce and cheese, sweet potatoes, pickles. Tuesday, Jan. 29 Pizza buns, corn, celery sticks, Granola Bar. Wednesday, Jan. 30 Hot dogs or cheese dogs, potato chips, mixed vegetables, pickles. Hiursday, Jan. 31 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, tomatoes, carrot sticks, peanut butter sandwich. Friday, Feb. 1 Macaroni and cheese or chef salad, peas, plums, .butter sandwich, pudding. Note: Milk is served with each meal. Maplewood School Monday,Jan.28 Pizza, potato chips, green beans, fruit, cookie. Tuesday,Jan.29 Corn dog, cheese sticks, fruit bars, peas, Jello Pops. Wednesday,Jan.30 Lasagna, carrot and celery sticks, rolls and butter, mixed fruit. Thursday, Jan. 31 Chili, crackers, cheese sticks, peanut butter sand­ wich, peaches. Friday, Feb. 1 Turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, bread and butter, chocolate pud- ' ding. shopping several catalogs, you may be able to save some money on your seeds, especially if you’re buying substantial quantities of seed. Buying sweet corn by the pound, for instance, rather than by the packet, can yield significant savings. Note, however, that handling and shipping charges on several small orders can wipe out savings resulting from difference in price. It’s generally advised to order from no more than a couple of companies to keep these costs down, but to alternate years perhaps, to keep the catalogs coming. Enjoy looking through seed catalogs, but be sure to read plant and variety descriptions closely. If a variety description doesn’t say that a particular variety is resistant to this or that disease, it probably isn’t. Also, try to maintain a degree of healthy skepticism ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new. chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) LOST: Female Irish Setter east of Vermontville, Allegan Rd. area. 726-1055 (Vermontville) after 6 p.m. ANYONE INTERESTED in selling Avon, contact Connie between 5-7 p.m. at 517-726­ 1026, Vermontville. LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads about the claims made for various items. Every variety or garden gadget can’t possibly be as wonderful or revoluntionary as some catalog description •writers would like you to think. For quick service and your first choice in seeds and plants, send your order in early and perhaps get an early order discount. This will also give you plenty of time to make a second choice, if necessary. THANK YOU! Words are not adequate to express my most heartfelt “thanks” to each and every person, who in any way helped to make my open house such a lovely occasion. Especially, I wish to thank the Castleton Twp. Board members and their families for giving so much time and work to have such a fine reception; beautiful floral arrangement and decorations, foods and the gift of a prize possession — a “Sharp calculator” — and for all of their past year’s friendships. Also, to my three daughters and families for the very beautiful bouquet of roses, and to Scott for his phone call from Lake Superior College, plus a darling bouquet. A “thank you” to Shirlie and Don for ttie phone call from Venice, Fla. To my grandchildren and little “Great - Grands” who came as a surprise to me. A big “thank you” to Michigan Township Association for the Cer­ tificate of Appreciation, presented by Mr. Merrill; and to the Nashville Fire Dept, for an appreciation which was presented by Fire Chief Doug Yarger. To all who came to celebrate with me; those who sent or brought cards, and those who made so many phone calls to me. “Thank you” one and all! God bless each and every one of you. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113-No. 29 — Tuesday, January 29, 1985 School officials and businesswoman express support of Reed St. curve project at Nashville Council meeting By Shelly Sulser Maple Valley High School Principal Burr Hartenburg, Superintendent Carroll Wolff, and Jeanette Joseph of Carl’s Supermarket ex­ pressed their support for the Reed Street curve project at the meeting of the Nashville Village Council Thursday. The project is a plan by the Eaton County Road Com­ mission to include the straightening of the curve on Reed Street in their proposed improvement of Nashville Highway. Hartenburg said his presence Thursday was on behalf of the student body, supporting the project, with Wolff stating that some bus drivers have expressed their concerns. Wolff added that a car had slid into a school bus on the curve one year ago, but, “fortunately no one was seriously hurt,” he said. “I’m just here to express some concerns of drivers that go around that curve every day,” Wolff said. Joseph also said she felt that straightening the road would be an asset to the community. Mayor John Hughes said the road commission plans to use 75-percent of a federal grant to include the curve in the project and has asked the village to pay 25-percent of the total cost which is estimated at about $38,000. According to Hughes, there has also been talk of widening the road to the high school by as much as fivefeet on each side to enable students to walk or ride bicycles to school. Hughes announced that no action would be taken by the council concerning the project due to the fact that the road commission has not relayed any definite figures. “Nobody has come to us and said ‘this is what it will cost, this will be your share,” said Hughes. The road commission has told DPW Superintendent Leon Frith that the cost to the village could be somewhere in the area of $7,500, but, according to Hughes, all contact con­ cerning the subject has been by word of mouth. “There has been nothing on paper,” he said. “I don’t think we should take action at this time until we get definite figures,” Hughes said, adding, “that’s about as good as we’re going to do until we get some firm figures.” On behalf of „ Putnam Public Library, treasurer Nita Brown asked that the council not cut library funding when drawing the Mapes farm certified as centennial By Shelly Sulser Dale and Sylvia Mapes of Nashville are the owners of one of 25-farms in 20Michigan Counties that were recently certified as cen­ tennial farms. Mapes received his cer­ tificate for his 110-year-old farm at 9600 Butler Rd. from the Michigan History Divison of the department of state. In order to be certified, a farm must have been in continuous possession by the same family for 100-years or more, must contain a minimum of 10-acres with an estimated sale of $50 or if less than 10-acres, gross sales of $250. Only land and not buildings is considered in qualifications. More than 4,000-Michigan farms- have been certified since the program was inaugurated in 1948, ac­ cording to Secretary of State Richard H. Austin. Dale grew up on the farm, which is slated to receive a centennial farm marker soon, provided by Detroit Edison and Consumers Power. The farm, purchased in 1875 by Dale’s grandfather, Orres E. Mapes, has changed over the years, going from the original log cabin house built by Orres, to the large modernized house that now stands on the property. The present house was built in the early 1900’s and /did not contain such conveniences as indoor plumbing or electricity until Dale purchased it from his The Mapes house sits on the original land that Orres Map es purchased in 1875. father, Lee Mapes in 1975, and remodeled it five years ago. The farm’s 85-acres produces yearly crops such as soybeans, corn, wheat and hay. “The usual,” says Dale, who recalls a time when horses were used to farm the land and hay was gathered and bundled by hand. All of the buildings on the property were built by Dale’s grand­ father. A turning point in the history of the farm, Dale remembers, is when elec­ tricity was hooked up to the house in 1935. “Before that, we used a wood and coal furnace and the upstairs wasn’t heated at all,” said Dale who has six brothers and sisters. A wood stove was used for cooking and there was never inside plumbing or insulation until Dale remodeled the house. When Dale remodeled, he tried to keep everything looking the way it did, saying that he kept the original wood work and seven foot, six inch panel doors. “I kept the decor the same,” he said. Now, the house has a new well, plumbing, and a fur­ nace. “Everything’s new,” said Dale, a retired mechanical supervisor from the Kellogg company in Battle Creek. Although Dale doesn’t raise animals on the farm, he remembers the horses, cows, sheep, pigs and chickens that were a com­ mon sight as a child. When asked ifhe would like to keep the farm in the family, Dale said he has every intention of doing so.“If I have anything to do with it, it will.” Dale and his wife Sylvia have six children: Dennis and Steven Mapes, Gayle Scantlen, Lynn Thurman, Irene Mallow and Susan Akins. Dale’s 85-year-old mother lives in Florida. HASTINGS mPUi-BmUilCl* HUBBRKA*R" A view of the property owned by the Mapes family for 110 years. 121 5. Hastin Mcn9 dew fiscal year budget. Hughes said he would take her plea under advisement when discussing the budget. In other council business, Hughes read a letter from Charter Cable TV informing the council of a rate increase effective April 1, 1985. Hughes plans to have the general manager of the company, John Forbes, in to discuss the cable service and its rates with the council sometime before the first of April. A reported $5,342.64 has been spent so far for the ice storm clean-up, involving equipment, equipment rental and labor, according to the DPW’s 10-month report. Tree trimmers from the Asplund Tree Expert Co. have been hired by the council at $36 per hour to trim and remove tree damage, but have not yet arrived on the scene. In discussing the annual spring clean-up, Dick Chaffee told the council that it would probably cost the village about $4,000 this year. In council action: —Leon Frith was ap­ pointed as Nashville street commissioner. —A motion was passed to pay $200 to the transfer recycling board. —The council agreed to give John Hughes a May 1 extension to remove the wood pile he purchased from the village, November 29, 1984. The wood was to be removed and the sight cleared within 60 of pur­ chase, but, due to continuing inclement weather, progress has been slow. Nita Brown thanked the council and the DPW for keeping water flowing in the village during the recent ice storm. Inclement weather forces M.V. Schools to close last week By Shelly Sulser Because of continued inclement weather, Maple Valley school officials were forced to close the doors of the four public school buildings included in the Maple Valley school district four and one-half days last week. Classes did resume on Friday morning, but due to wind and snow that day, students were dismissed by 11:30 a.m. Although students have not been asked to make up missed school days in the past and will not this year or next, it could be a possibility the following year. Currently, the school system is under a contract, negotiated with employee groups prior to Oct. 1, which allows the days to be missed without losing state aid money. The contract expires during the 1987-88 school year, which will make it possible for students to be required by the state to make up school days missed because of hazardous weather conditons. When road conditions become questionable, it is the job of Transportation Supervisor Jerald Aldrich and Larry Musser, to check the roads and determine whether or not it is safe for school buses to travel them. Their recommendations are made to School Superin­ tendent Carroll Wolff who then makes the decison either to allow school or to call it off. Occasionally, Wolff joins them, as was the case last Tuesday evening when the three spent three hours in­ specting the roads. The Barry County Road Com­ mission also helps by in­ forming Aldrich of road conditions. Blood donors needed today The American Red Cross blood drive orginally scheduled for last Tuesday at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School had to be postponed due to inclement weather and has been reset for today - Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., advises chairperson Carleen Overholt. The event will be held in the high school gymnasium. Donors are needed. Local phones ready for Girl Scout cookie orders In addition to the phone numbers that were published in last week’s Maple Valley News, persons may call several other local numbers if they are not contacted by a Girl Scout and wish to purchase cookies. Girl Scouts from Ver- montville and Sunfield will be taking cookie orders through Feb. 1(L The cookies will be delivered and money collected between March 5­ 20. If you wish to place an order by phone, contact Continued on page 8 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29,1985 — Page 2 Life without electricity is everyday routine for Nashville family of. much of their own availability of possible extra “I got tired of Consumers sustenance from animals generators or lanterns. they raise and lucky hunting Another way the Clements’ While most Nasvhille and Power telling me what I had expeditions. They often eat have made a name for Vermontville residents sat to pay to live,” said Darrell pork, chicken, beef and themselves is the continued freezing in their homes or recalling $100 and up electric success they have had huddled around space bills he had received while venison. During summer months, a showing their Belgians, heaters, struggling to keep living in Bellevue. Clements, a timber buyer huge garden is part of the attired in Amish-made warm during the Great Ice­ scenery on the Clements’ aligator leather harnesses, Storm that plunged south­ at a lumber company and homestead. in hitch classes at open horse west Michigan into darkness pastor of Five Corners ‘‘We can the meat and shows around the state. All on New Year’s Day, the Church in Charlotte, built his Clements family of rural present dwelling and a barn vegetables,” said Marylin the work of bathing, trim­ and daughter Vickie, who ming, braiding and shoeing Nashville was cozy warm in which houses his Il-Belgian horses, beginning in 1976 rather enjoys the deviated pays off when yet another their humble abode. Since the Clements live when he purchased the bare lifestyle their parents have trophy is collected. chosen. “We make all of our The horses are also often a without electricity all the property. Clements’ boasts that he food from scratch.” regal sight in the Ver­ time, the power outage did it all with a chain saw, In the past, the food was montville Maple Syrup didn’t affect them. refrigerated by way of an ice Parade, as well as Darrell and his wife that no electrical tools were Marilyn and their children used in erecting the struc­ chest, but the Clements Charlotte’s Frontier Days recently purchased a gas Parade which they have reside at 5431 Guy Rd. in the tures. Although a few con- refrigerator. A gas water participated in for the past home Darrell built and heater also takes care of the “nine or ten years,” Marilyn designed to be self-sufficient veniences are noticeable in so the family would not have the Clements’ home, in­ hot water needs. Both are said. On the practical side, to rely on power companies cluding a small black and operated by bottled gas. The the Belgians pay their way portable generator operates by hauling the logs that will for heat, lights, and water or white television run by a 12use many of the electrical volt car battery, a gas oven water flow in the house. be used to heat the family’s other appliances In a way, the ice storm did home. appliances that most of us and powered by a generator, have an affect on the take for granted. Summing up her feelings Clements in the form of about the world today, How do these people they go without many modern conveniences. numerous phone calls they Marilyn simply says, “for survive these wretched Kerosene lanterns and received from people me, things just move too frigid temperatures that inquiring about the fast.” often plunge below the Coleman gas lanterns are freezing mark? The same the only source of light in the way it was done before Clements home, and the people grew so accustomed wood stove is the only to the easy carefree life of all provider of heat. Marilyn uses a treadle the technological, mechanical and electronical sewing machine, made by .1 conveniences that we have Singer in 1820. In the past she had made clothes for all the available at our fingertips. The Clements appreciate family members until the what their ancestors did just children were old enough to The Maple Valley Right to By Shelly Sulser make their own, she said. to survive. Life group is young, having Chopping wood for the She still makes some existed only a year, but has The Maple Valley Right to wood stove, stationed in the clothing for herself and Marilyn and Darrell Clements show the woodstove good participation with Life group boarded buses Darrell. Clements’ living room, is a that keeps the family warm in cold weather. The about 50 members in the Saturday, Jan. 19, d espite a The Clements ’ provide chore Darrell never wearies group. Clements live year-round without the benefits of elec­ travelers advisory issued “We’ve seen a lot of tricity. due to excessive blowing and response arid people are drifting of snow, because willing to work,” Bonnie they have a cause. Grief recovery classes offered by Hospice group said. The destination: The marchers in Washington D.C. The cause: A grief recovery program secutive Friday evenings Washington weren’t able to Unborn children. to give persons support from Feb. 1 through March see the President himself, The local group was part of during the crisis of a major 1. All classes will begin at but a recorded message was the more than 70,000 people loss will begin in Hastings bn p.m. and will be held in the issued to them by the who are striving to stop Physicians Conference President in support the pro­ Friday, Feb. 1. legalized abortion in The program is being Room at the Physicians life movement. America. They marched Roush believes the march sponsored by Barry Com- Center at Pennock Hospital from Central Square to the was a successful one and munity Hospice and is open in Hastings. Supreme Court Building in Those who plan to attend that it was a great ex­ to anyone in the county who Washington last Tuesday lias experienced a loss. should call Chaplain Cathy perience. Although the despite frigid temperatures. There will be five classes Vessecchia, 852-1796. number of marchers has not More than 1,000 Michigan increased since the last which wilL meet on conpeople attended, including 47 march, Roush doesn’t feel let ffl 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 from the Maple Valley Right g down about it. “I don’t feel to Life chapter. discouraged,” she said. President of the Maple Happy Birthday w The Maple Valley Right to Valley group Bonnie Roush, Life meets the fourth explained that the goals of to a very Special Right to Life, the most active ^Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Community 13 year old i group in the United States, Building in Nashville. 1 are to reverse the supreme FUNERAL w court decision in the Rowe DIRECTORS vs. Wade case that legalized We love you, g abortion on Jan. 22,1973, and Heather, Heidie & IN NASHVILLE to educate the public about W PHONE 852-0840 Mom abortion: “There are alternatives,” w 13 13 13 13 1313 13 13 13 13 W said Roush. By Shelly Sulser M.V. Right-TO’Lifers march on Washington Serving all Faiths VOGT FUNERAL HOME AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: -Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 a.m. ’Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. 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(Nursery Care Available) f Thursday Night: Evening Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Fe|llowshji p T■ime After H Wednesday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Worship. AWANA ... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER PASTOR REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR PAUL L. BOGER ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/» msiloeu EthasotfoNf aMs-h6v6i,l l5e )miles south of Nashville) ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. 203 N.. State,, Nashville Sai t. MMass 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. Sim. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Assistant... Don Roscoe 110 S. Main, Vermontville Church School ..11 a.m. 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. .m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting. .7 p.m. I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service.. . 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29,1985 — Page 3 From our readers To the Editor: It seems that the Eaton County Road Commission has its priorities mixed up. As far as I know, the Reed St. curve has never been that much of a problem when it comes to blown tires, front end alignments, etc. Granted, Nashville Hwy. is in need of repair, but instead of spending the money for straightening a curve, why not put it to use in repairing Ionia Rd., both north and south of Vermontville, or East Vermontville Hwy. When I heard last summer that Vermontville Hwy. was being repaired and a new top put on it, I was real happy. Yeah!!! From M-50 West to Gresham Hwy. that stretch has been retopped before, to Chester Rd., but from there on west to Vermontville, I can’t remember when it was retopped. Instead of patch, patch, patch, (poorly at that) why don’t they (Eaton Co. Rd. Comm.) fix them. Lottery money raised, gas tax money, etc. is supposed to go for roads and education so why not tap a little of that. Sure it cost a lot for retop­ ping, but if you’re going to start a job (like Ver­ montville Hwy.) then let’s finish it. Thank You, A Concerned Citizen of Eaton County Sherman C. Scott Jr. Vermontville Dear Editor: We wish to respond to a letter from the principal of Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School published in the Dec. 24, 1984 edition. Mr. Hartenburg indicated that criteria for recognition in “Who’s Who Among American High School Students” were vague and that our major interest is the sale of books to individuals. He stated that the state and national principal’s associations do not recognize “Who’s Who” as a valid form of recognition. Contrary to Mr. Hartenburg’s allegations, standards for our program are clearly defined and circulated to all high schools each year. These standards have been developed by a committee of prominent educators and have served as a model for several educational associations in the development of guidelines including the National Association of College Admissions Coun­ selors, the American School Counselor Association and the state principal associations in Wisconsin, Iowa and Colorado (these standards are enclosed for your review). Our standards are very similar to, although somewhat higher than, the National Honor Society, the largest student recognition program in the country which is sponsored by the national principal’s association and accounts for approximately 20 percent of their revenues or $1,000,000 annually. Many informed principals believe that this is the major reason why that association does not approve of any student recognition program other than its own. We have invited officials of the Michigan Principal’s Association to visit our office to discuss the need for standards as their colleagues from other states have done in the past. They have always declined. All of our literature to schools and students clearly states that there are no financial obligations con­ tingent upon recognition. “Who’s Who” also sponsors the largest free book program conducted by any publisher in the national by distributing approximately 15,000 complimentary copies of the book to participating high schools, youth organizations, colleges and libraries. The purposes of this extensive free book program are to provide meaningful, national recognition for listed students among institutions traditionally concerned with student achievement, and to enable listed students to view the book conveniently and at no cost. “Who’s Who” enjoys the cooperative of over 15,000 high schools nationwide and most of our nation’s major youth organizations in­ cluding 4-H Clubs, American Legion Programs, Future Farmers of America Junior Achievement, and numerous similar organizations. High achieving, dedicated and committed students should be recognized and “Who’s Who” is pleased to play a major role in conveying such recognition. Yours very truly, Who’s Who Among American High School Students Paul C. Krouse Publisher Maple Valley Athletic Boosters' BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Five-day stop smoking clinic offered here “I’d like to quit smoking but I need some help.” That help is available in the Nashville-Vermontville area starting Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Nashville Community Center. A “5­ Day Stop Smoking” seminar will be held to help smokers “kick the habit”. This seminar has been held each year in the Hastings and Delton area, but never before in the Nash­ ville-Vermontville area. It is sponsored by the Barry County Chapter of the American Cancer Society, the Barry-Eaton County Health Dept., the Barry County Substance Abuse Council, and the Barry County Seventh-day Ad­ ventist Community Services, “The plan consists of five consecutive days, beginning Feb. 11 and ending Feb. 15,” said Pastor Paul Howell of the latter group. “Using group discussion, lectures, films and a daily personal control book, the ‘Five-Day Plan to Stop Smoking’ has successfully helped millions to quit the habit since it started in the late ’60s,” he said. “In 1972 alone, when the program was young, over two million people throughout the world quit smoking with this plan.” Conducting the program at the Nashville Community Center will be Dr. Glenn Hahn of Hastings, and Howell, executive director of Barry County Seventh-day Adventist Community Services and pastor of the Hastings Seventh-day Ad­ ventist Church. David Chadderden, director of Substance Abuse Control for Barry County, will deal with To the Editor: The State Education Department is making a survey of our school district. They want to know what is good and- what is bad about Maple Valley. Parents, friends, business people, and any person who is interested in Maple Valley are welcome to any of the meetings which are being held at different locations. All Michigan schools will be surveyed this year. Several have already been completed. The common complaint is school taxes. We listen to rumors and sometimes we add to them. We never go to the school board or the administration to find the truth. Many things the school does is demanded by the state. If the school does not meet these demands, it is punished by the state withholding school monies. Yes, there are rumors. One such rumor is, “We don’t need a millage tax increase. The board has money. They lied to us.” No one tried to find the facts. Our school population was decreasing each year by about 30 students a year. The school had to send a projected enrollment to the State Education Depart­ ment. Enrollment for the last four years had been 1,665, 1,635, 1,610, and 1,580. School aid dropped because it was based on the 1,580 enrollment. After several weeks, the final enrollment had to be sent in. Several families had moved into Maple Valley School District. The population was 1,641. This increase gave the school an unexpected $117,608 in state aid. Some of this money, plus a small federal grant, was used to buy the computers. Many parents had asked for computers to upgrade the curriculum. Their suggestions were met. No one had been lied to. Maple Valley has a good school, excellent teachers, a good school board and good administrators. Teachers are underpaid according to the pay scale in many other areas. Good salaries bring good teachers. Let us back our schools, appreciate our teachers. Don’t take “Johnny’s” word or side if he is punished. We were all kids and we know what we did. Go to the teacher and quietly find out what really happened. There could be some surprises. the subject “Warning Signs of Relapse”. The American Cancer Society will also have a speaker. Held successfully in cities all across the United States, Canada and in most coun­ tries of the world, the “FiveDay Plan to Stop Smoking” features such topics as the psychological and physical aspects of the habit, how craving can be lessened, how will power can be strengthened, physical effects of smoking, organizations of a buddy system, and many other techniques designed to break the habit within a five-day period. An opening night feature will be the film “Count­ down”, depicting in full color a lung cancer operation. “Surveys reveal that by the third day of group therapy, approximately 50 percent of those par- ticipating lose their craving for tobacco,” said Howell. “By the fifth evening, 70 percent or more have either lost the craving or it is so diminished that they have the problem under control.” A small entrance fee of $7 per person or $10 per couple is requested to help cover the cost of materials and films used for the session. However, there is no charge for anyone under 18 years of age. They will be admitted free. Also, anyone who attended a previous “Five-Day Plan” is welcome to come again at no charge. “If there is someone who really wants to quit but cannot afford this small entrance fee, please come anyway,” Howell said. For information and registration, you may call one of the following num­ bers: 852-1516, 852-9819, or 948-8884. Places to go and Things to do. 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Eaton Federal and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU NOME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICRNU ■ NONE MLIIU EATOR RATIOS, MICNIOAR ■ MORE MS-1MI NASHVILLE, MICHIUH • MORE112-1110 OLIVET, MICHIRAH • MORE 741-2111 OFFICE HOURS: 0:00 to 4:10 Maa. ton FrlH 040 to 1240 mm Satortaj �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29,1985 — Page 4 Buffer was once a big business in Nashville by Susan Hinckley (Author’s note: The following is a reprint of a Memories account first published October 10, 1979.) Nashville-made butter graced many local tables — as well as those throughout Michigan — during the first half of the 20th century. In fact, the golden spread was being commercially processed in the village as early as the 1870s at Chip­ man & Wheeler’s Nashville Creamery. In May 1874, John Barry of Castleton Township bought out L. J. Wheeler’s interest in the enterprise, and it became known as Chipman & Barry. The turn of the century saw the continuation of buttermaking as a thriving business locally and the formation of a new company for that purpose. “Stockholders of the new creamery company met Friday evening and elected V. B. Furniss chairman and Von W. Furniss, secretary,” reported The Nashville News in June 1902. “Machinery for the new creamery has been ordered and it is expected to be in production in six weeks.” When the equipment arrived, it was set up in the Sherman Street building that had first housed a plant­ setting machine factory and which is now commonly recalled as the old Standard Stamping plant. “Nashville’s new creamery... now is running full blast and is turning out about 600 pounds of butter per day,” advised The News in mid-August 1902. Some 12 years later, in the fall of 1914, a group of local men joined forces to form a Farmers’ Cooperative Creamery Association. To house the new operation, the stockholders purchased the former W. E. Shields woodworking shop on Church Street. (In very early years the building, which Cooperative employee Merrell Knoll is seen in this 1920s photo with his wife Grace and family cow "Sun­ beam." At right edge of photo is a milk delivery wagon which Knoll drove for the cooperative. Ac­ cording to his daughter, the late Edna Knoll Wil­ liams, Merrell one time drove mules to pick up cream in Maple Grove. In this photo the family lived in the southeast part of the village. still stands just east of State Street, had housed L. W. Powles’ woolen mills.) Cream for buttermaking at the Co-op was brought to the plant by haulers working six days a week to cover three routes each, with twice-weekly stops at par­ ticipating farms. Trucks were used to make the runs in the summer months; teams and wagons in the winter. “One of my routes was 43 miles long,” recalled Otto Dahm when interviewed for our 1979 story. He worked as a hauler for two years in the early 1920s. “We couldn’t draw that distance in one day with a team, so it took two days to cover it in the winter,” he noted. On the second stop of the week, haulers would deliver to the farmers any butter that they had ordered and would return clean cans. Twice-monthly they brought a check to the farmer for cream he sold to the cooperative. Lloyd Wilcox of Nashville hauled cream to the Far­ mers’ Cooperative Creamery for 25 years, from 1924 to 1949. He took over the route from his father-in-law George Ritchie. “It was a cold, wet job in bad weather,” recalled Wilcox in 1979. Driving a team and wagon, haulers were afforded no protection from the elements. Horses generally plowed their own way to remote farms isolated by severe winter weather. “I made 25 cents a mile for drawing cream,” remembered Dahm. Wilcox could not recollect what his per-mile pay rate was in the 1920s but said by the 1930s haulers were being Curtis Pennock, left, was a founding member of the Farmers' Cooperative Creamery, served as its first treasurer and longtime manager. He died on the job in January 1933. Standing next to him is "boss buttermaker" Percy Penfold, and other workers (from left) Wallace Mack, Merrell Knoll and Clair Cole. Nashville's butter frequently took top honors in state competition. After a 1940 fire heavily damaged the cooperatives Sherman Street plant, a new facility was built and opened for business in 1942. The new creamery located just north of the elevator on South Main is seen in this 1940s photo taken from atop the old railroad water tower. Ten years after relocating here, the coopera­ tive ceased operation. paid by the butterfat content of the cream they delivered. This was done to counter competition from milk haulers who were beginning to make regular farm runs for collection of whole milk. Some farmers preferred to sell to them, rather than go through the bother of cream separation. Butterfact content also determined how much each farmer would receive for the cream he sold to the cooperative. A sample from each can was tested as it arrived at the plant, before the cream was dumped into a large wooden vat for conversion into butter by an electric-powered church. The finished product was refrigerated to facilitate cutting the butter into pound quantities for packaging in waxed cartons. “At first, butter was shipped out by rail,” remembered Wilcox. “Later it was trucked to Detroit.” He recalls that his initial visit to that city was to ac­ company the creamery manager on a butter delivery there. The superior quality of Nashville butter soon brought fame to the village. “Competing against 70 other creameries, the Farmers’ Cooperative of Nashville won second prize last week at the Michigan State Fair, on a tub of but­ ter,” noted The News in September 1923. “Percy Penfold is the boss but­ termaker.” Three years later, the local creamery captured first place in state fair com­ petition. “Manager (Curtis) Pennock has been notified that the' Wolverine butter scored 95*£, which was the highest of nearly 100 com­ peting creameries,” boasted The News. At the ninth annual meeting of stockholders in Jaruiry 1924, the cooperative disclosed that it had broke all its previous records by manufacturing 742,821 pounds of butter in 1923. . “Will G. Hyde, president; C. W. Pennock, secretary and manager; and Chris Marshall, treasurer, were all re-elected to office,” advised The News in reporting on that meeting. Pennock became a longtime manager of the creamery, which also was staffed with a tester, but­ termaker, bookkeeper and other workers for such tasks as emptying and washing cream cans and packaging the finished product. Apparently an occasional excursion through a com­ petitor’s operation helped the prize-winning local crew stay on top. “Employees of the Nash­ ville creamery visited creameries in Litchfield and Homer Tuesday,” noted The News in early November 1924. “Making the trip were Misses Mary Pennock, Velma Brumm, Dorothy Mason and Ruth Shafer; and Percy Penfold, George Parrott, Harry Hinckley and Harry Green.” While working in the Nash­ ville creamery as “boss buttermaker”, Penfold had discovered how to eliminate a problem in the process. “The salt would always work to the outside of the butter and form crystals,” explains Nashville native Wayne Fuller, now of Toledo. “Percy ex­ perimented and found that if the salt was dampened before being added to the butter, it would stay dissolved in the butter and not work out.” Penfold later moved to East Jordan and managed a creamery there for 30 years before his death. The family tradition was carried on by his son Alston who became a creamery manager at .Jessup, Iowa. In 1929, the Farmers’ Cooperative moved their operation to Sherman Street, locating in the same old plant-setter building that once housed their 1902 forerunner, the Nashville Creamery. By the 1930s, the cooperative also was processing dried milk and cheese for market, and the organization continued to prosper. A 1940 fire heavily damaged the Sherman Street plant but the creamery maintained its operation until a new facility could be built on South Main (in the present-day R. & F. Industries building) and opened for business in 1942. The Farmers’ Cooperative Creamery had another 10 years of life before the changing time and in­ creasing popularity of oleo margarine brought about the demise in October 1952. A foreshadow of things to come was noted at what was to be the last annual stockholders’ meeting in March of that year. Discussed were the dairy farm manpower shortage and laws governing manufacture, sale and ad­ vertising of dairy product substitutes. A few months later the cooperative ceased operations. There is no substitute, however, for the many happy memories surrounding the creamery’s 38-year tenure in Nashville and its impact on the local economy of an earlier era. Nashville's new creamery... now is running full blast and is turning out about 600 pounds of butter per day" First home of Farmers’ Cooperative Creamery, founded in 1914, was the former Shields woodwork­ ing plant on Church Street. In earlier years the 1881 building has been headquarters of L. W. Powles’ woolen mills. Still standing directly across the street from it is a brick building which housed Nashville’ s very first creamery in the 1970s. Friendship offeredto bereaved Compassionate Friends, an organization offering friendship and un­ derstanding to bereaved parents and friends, will meet from 7-10 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5 and 19 at the Ingham Community Mental Health Center in Lansing. The meeting is open to all bereaved parents and friends. The center is located at 407 W. Greenlawn. Compassionate Friends was founded in England in 1969 and in the United States in 1972. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1985 — Page 5 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD JANUARY 10,1985 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Villag Council held January 10, 1985 was called to order at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville, by President John Hughes. Present, D. Chaffee, J. Kent, R. Harvey, F. Babcock and C. Tobias. Absent G. Frith. The minutes of the last public hearing and the regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read by the Clerk. A letter was read from Dr. Overholt regarding a tree on his property. Motion by J. Kent, supported by B. Harvey that the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All Ayes. Motion Carried. GENERAL iSS ,. , is sis S & S &SiS !«$ s (S2 -; •hiy'-J"*; '-xJi"j*;; S':; **s*» sJS»S Lw< JJS JS/ nd d L ® «i h stea M0 Ibtfhi llEi wipinliit u V at WilKfeii sbiiUc bnii ™s uy in * SKMbiEr ■SM. tattib ■ li aisixnt 3 31 MEJKH! snewcreomeiy.. mingfullbW outaboul600 bufterperdoy" Michigan Bell....... 5.18 Consumers Power (Office)............. 219.63 Consumers Power (Street Lights)....... 1,179,92 CBI Copy Products......... 61.00 Water and Sewer Dept. 186.32 Nashville Co-Op Elevator25.00 Carl's Market............... 161.13 U. S. Postmaster............. 7.00 The Hecker Agency..... 364.00 T. J. Miller...................... 200.00 Mi. Municipal Treasurers 20.00 Grandma's Greenery ... 32.24 Maple Valley News. 80.32 Nashville Hardware .4.00 American Bankers Life. 124.90 Jackson National......... 483.36 Arrow Overall Supply..... 9.00 GARAGE AND EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell...... ..25.46 Consumers Power 397.79 Nashville Hardware ..... 48.38 Water and Sewer Dept. 349.38 Burkeys Glass Service ... 8.50 West 28th Small Equip. ..71.18 Nashville Auto & Farm Sup..................... 8.03 Kent OU Company 632.48 Goodyear............. ..88.01 Sweepster............. 471.28 Maple Valley Implement 178.49 Arrow Overall Supply... 10.30 STREET DEPARTMENT Nashville Co-Op Elevator26.00 Nashville Hardware ..... 56.64 Maple Valley Concrete.. 22.00 Pioneer Manufacturing. 271.00 Scott Civil Engineering 1,200.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell.................. 37.14 American Bankers Life.. 48.20 Jackson National........ 263.60 Mace Pharmacy.......... ...10.33 Nashville Auto & Farm Supply ...................... 40.02 General Electric.......... 13.20 Maple Valley Standard.. 20.00 Powers Shell.................... 30.00 WATER AND SEWER Michigan Bell (Water)... 13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer)... 86.95 Consumers Power (Water) ............. 627.33 Consumers Power (Sewer)............ 1.077.65 Carl's Market....... ... 31.05 Nashville Hardware ..... 19.73 Kent Oil Co....................... 85.47 Water and Sewer Dept. 227.90 Haviland Products 231.00 Arrow Overall Supply..... 9.00 Hickey Electric................ 76.64 Water Pollution Control . 62.00 Keck Geophysical Inst... 40.19 Whirlybird Manftg. .\.. 200.00 Hoch..............................132.62 U.S. Postmaster.............. 53.43 United Laboratories ... 399.20 Carlon Meter Co......... 175.90 Pleasant Telephone Ans. 26.00 Maple Valley Concrete.. 56.95 PARK DEPARTMENT Water and Sewer 208.60 NOTICE Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on a 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury until 4 P.M. FEBRUARY 5, 1985. Phone 726-1429 The Village has the right to accept or re­ ject any or all bids. NOTICE Village of Vermontville will be picking up tree limbs from curb side only until The Village Council commended the Department of Public Works for their fine job done during the ice storm and as they continue to clean up from the storm. Leon Frith, Supt. of D.P.W. gave the Department of Public Works report for the Month of December 1984. Ray and Susie Hinckley were present to discuss the tree on at their curbside. Motion by J. Kent, supported by D. Chaffee to hire Asplund Tree Expert Company from Laingsburg to trim trees and remove trees damaged during the ice storm at a cost of $36.00 per hour. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by J. Kent, supported by B. Harvey to pay the Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Transfer Station $250.00. Yes B. Harvey, F. Babcock, C. Tobias and J. Kent. No J. Hughes and D. Chaffee. Motion Carried. Motion by F. Babcock, supported by B. Harvey to pay the Quarter payments to the Nashville Castle­ ton, Maple Grove Fire Board $2,150.00 and the Nashville Castleton Maple Grove Ambulance Board $400.00. All Ayes. Motion Carried. There was discussion on a proposal from Eaton County Road Commission to straighten the curb on Reed Street. No Action taken at this time. Motion by B. Harvey, supported by J. Kent to re­ cess the regular session of the Village Council and go into an Executive Session to discuss pending legal action. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Meeting recessed at 8:20 p.m. The Village Council returned to regular session at 8:50 p.m. The quarterly report on Putnam Park was sub­ mitted by Harold Christiansen. Motion by B. Harvey, supported by F. Babcock to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p .m. John Hughes, President Susan M. Corkwell, Clerk Stanton’s win recognition at state auctioneer convention At the recent Michigan Auctioneers Association Convention held on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 11 and 12, Stanton’s Auctioneers of Vermontville won seven first place and runner-up awards for promotional materials prepared in 1984. Their advertising work was recognized in the awards more than any other com­ pany and . included recognition in the fields of Farm Sales, Real Estate at Auction, Specialty Auctions (Coins, etc.), Antiques, Household Sales and Business Stock. “The purpose for the contest is to show how im­ portant it is to prepare ef­ fective advertising pieces for an auctioneers clients, thus aiding the purchaser and letting him know what will be sold from day-to-day,” said Stanton Auctioneers and Realtors. “Advertising done well creates interest in and demand for the items to be sold at auctions of all types.” William J. Stanton, Steven E. Stanton, and Chris Stanton, auctioneers of the firm, based at 144 S. Main, Vermontville, felt that the advertising had paid off during the course of the year, just as the judges did at this recent event. Lease or purchase AG machinery workshops planned in February Recent tax changes and the poor agriculture economy have made leasing more attractive in securing control of agricultural machinery and assets. On Feb. 11 and Feb. 12 two identical meetings are planned to answer the questions of should a producer lease or purchase ag machinery. The meeting on the 11th will be held at the Lakewood High School, located two miles S.E. of Lake Odessa on M-50 beginning at 8 p.m. The Feb. 12 meeting will be held at the Charlotte High School Vo-Ag Room beginning at 7:30 p.m. Producers are encouraged to bring an example of a purchase or lease they may be considering. Calculators will be helpful as this is a “hands-on” type workship. Resource person is Roger Betz,' Eaton County Ex­ tension Agricultural Agent. The Lakewood and Charlotte Vo-Ag Departments are cooperating with the Cooperative Extension Service of Eaton, Barry and Ionia Counties in providing this educational prograin. More information may be obtained at the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310. From our readers continued from page 3 One more thought. The English language is changing almost everyday. No one can be judged a poor teacher because of a minor mistake in English. Sometimes the mistake is made by the printer who is copying the article. A President ofthe U.S.A. made a slip and used the wrong verb. Should we have said he is incapable of being our President? I thank heaven we didn’t. Please remember the computer rumor. “He who is without a fault let him cast the first stone.” Our kids are the most precious resource. Let us all work together for the good of all. Greta Firs ter Vermontville • NOTICE • Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on a 1958 GMC dump-scraper truck until 4 P.M., FEBRUARY 7, 1985. Phone 726-1429 The Village has the right to accept or reject any or all bids. REGISTRATION NOTICE — FOR — VILLAGE ELECTION Monday, March 11,1985 To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Nashville (Precinct No. 1) County of Barry, State of Michigan How do you find an annuity that’s made just for you? Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the "Michigan Election Law", I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for reg­ istration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not al­ ready registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE No problem. Auto-Owners is an expert in tailor-made annuities. They'll work directly with you to make sure you get exactly what you want. Your payments can be spread over any period of time, including lifetime incomes. And you receive current, high interest rates guaranteed for the entire period. They build an annuity to fit your requirements. Ask your "no problem’ AutoOwners agent how he can help you design an annuity just for you. February 11,1985 — Last Day DURING REGULAR OFFICE HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main, Nashville For the purposes of REVIEWING the REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROP­ ERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. 'Cfuto-Owners Insurance ProbOn/mPeop& ~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the following proposition(s) (if any) will be voted on: (3) 2 Year Term Trustees Teresa Jones SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1985 — Page 6 Vermontville, one hundred years of history, 1836-1936 modern day’’ with all that term may signify. When a town like Ver­ montville has passed through more than a century of growth, it is especially appropriate to spend a little time with its early history, thereby refreshing the memory of those who can, personally, recall days of auld lang syne, and giving those who know not the past, knowledge of the fine and splendid heritage Amid the rapidly changing bequeathed us by our conditions of our present day forefathers. The settlement of life, it is wise to take a back­ ward look now and then, and Michigan began little more consider beginnings — than one hundred years ago, beginnings which have led, and except at a few points through the passing of many connected with frontier years, to what we call “our military activities, the number of Michigan post offices in 1828 was officially listed as nine. WANTED After that year, settlement Snow blowers, antiques, rototillers increased so that in 1831 the lawn mowers, tires, refrigerators, list had increased to sixty. dressers, dinette sets, mounted The first step in opening animal heads, log chains, color Michigan to settlers was the TVs, acoustic guitar and all reus­ extinguishment of the Indian able merchandise. title, and a large tract of land which included all of Eaton Quality Pawn County, was ceded to the 209 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE government in 1819 by the PH. 852-9473 treaty of Saginaw, made HOURS 9 to 5 Monday - Saturday with the Chippewas. by Juliette L. Gehtnan and Jennie E. Martin (Editor’s note: This is the first of a, series of articles about Vermontville’s history. Persons who have old photos or post cards depicting scenes from Vermontville’s past are welcome to submit them to the Maple Valley News for publication. Pictures will be returned.) Qnlupc JmI® CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte. Home 543-0920 726-0223 l"d Senice Power for the maximum exposure for • MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • the sale of your property. NEW LISTING: BUILT IN 1984. 3 bedroom ranch on 3’/. acres, mature trees, full basement, FHA/VA terms. 2 miles east of Charlotte. Price $54,900. (HJ-76-SC) COUNTRY HOME ON STATE HWY. PRICE REDUCED! Well kept 5 bedroom home on 1 acre, 1 % baths, family room with fire­ place. Nice yard, mature shade and lots of ornamental plantings, garage and workshop. 3 miles north of NashNash­ ville NOW $39,000. (HJ-10-CN) EARLY AMERICAN - 4 bedroom home on 13 acres in Vermont­ ville, nicely restored, mature shade, beauty shop was operoper­ ated in the home, large open front porch. $49,900. (HJ-70-MV) Homer and Joan Wlnegar < BIG X GEORGE’S The Vermontville Colony In the autumn of 1835, Rev. Sylvester Cochrane, a Congregational minister of East Poultney, Vermont, came to Michigan with the intention of locating a per­ manent home. He learned after his arrival that settlements were so small and families so scattered that no group was large enough to main­ tain a school or religious organization, therefore he returned to Vermont and spent the winter in an en­ deavor to interest those who desired removal to the West, meanwhile working out a plan for a colony. Several meetings were held, Mr. Cochrane’s plan approved and steps taken to provide for a group emigration to the territory of Michigan. On March 27, 1836, the Constitution of the Union Colony was adopted, which document is now on record in the office of the Register of Deeds of Eaton County. This declaration is unique of its kind for so far as can be learned, no other New England Colony has ever been organized on such a plan or had a similar beginning. Vermontville stands alone and this “Constitution” is here reproduced as a matter of interest to all. Rules and Regulations of Union Colony WHEREAS, The enjoyment of the ordinances and institutions of the Gospel is in a great measure unknown in many parts of the western country; and WHEREAS, We believe that a pious and devoted emigration is to be one of the most efficient means, in the hands of God, in removing the moral darkness which hangs over a great portion of the valley of the Mississippi; and WHEREAS, We believe that a removal to the west may be a means of promoting our temporal BIG GEORGES Pizza and Party Store (George and Tina Williams, Proprietors) 1 nc GEORGE HOURS: Sunday 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 12 noon to 1 a.m. • • • « LIQUOR • MIXES • KEG BEER COLD WINE • IMPORTED BEERS FULL LINE OF GROCERIES AMMO • FISHING TACKLE IR0I MiPD new country, we agree that and religious purposes of the interest, and we trust be made subservient to the we will do all in our power to Vermontville Colonists and befriend each other; we will express the New England advancement of Christ’s esteem it not only a duty, but ideas of more than one Kingdom; hundred years ago. a privilege to sympathize WE DO THEREFORE, For the historical data Form ourselves into an with each other under all our contained in these articles, trials, to do good and lend, association or Colony with acknowledgement is made of the design of removing into hoping for nothing again, some parts of the western and to assist each other on the use of the pamphlet “Vermontville Colony” by all necessary occasions.” country which shall Hon. E. W. Barber written in These basic declarations hereafter be designated, and 1887. clearly set forth the secular agree to bind ourselves to observe the following rules: 1. The Association or Colony shall be known by the appellation or name of “The Union Colony”. 2. The Colony shall consist of those only who shall be admitted through a com­ mittee appointed for that Wednesday, Jan. 30-7:30 p.m., Crop Production, Ag Room, purpose, and will subscribe Charlotte High School. their names to the articles Wednesday, Jan. 30 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Expansion and Review and compact adopted by the Task Force, Extension office, Charlotte. Colony. Saturday, Feb. 2 - 4-H Shooting Sports: Firearms 10 a.m. 3. We hereby agree to noon, archery 1-3 p.m., 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. make our arrangements for Monday, Feb. 4-8 p.m., Dairy Herd Health meeting, a removal as soon as our Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. circumstances will permit — Monday, Feb. 4 - 7 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, if possible, some time during fairgrounds, Charlotte. the summer or fall' of the Monday, Feb. 4 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Outdoor Club, present year — 1836. Extension office, Charlotte. 4. We agree, when we have Tuesday, Feb. 5-7:30 p.m., Beginning Beekeeping, “Getting arrived in the Western into Country Living” series, courthouse, Charlotte. Country, to locate ourselves, Tuesday, Feb. 5 - 1:30-3:30 p.m. or 7:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H New if possible, in the same Leader Orientation, Extension office, Charlotte. neighborhood with each Tuesday, Feb. 5 - 9:30 a.m., MAEH Council, Extension of­ other, and to form ourselves fice, Charlotte. into such a community as Wednesday, Feb. 6-7:30 p.m., 4-H Dairy meeting and will enable us to enjoy the judging session, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. same social and religious Wednesday, Feb.6 - 9 a.m. -3:45 p.m., Corn Growers Assoc. privileges which we leave Annual Meeting, Longs Convention Center, Lansing. behind. Feb. 7 - April 25 - 1-5 p.m., Master Gardener Program, 5. In order to accomplish Lansing. Pre-registration required. this object, we solemnly Saturday, Feb. 9 -10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic, pledge ourselves to do all Livestock Pavilion, MSU. that is in our power to carry Monday, Feb. 11 - 8 p.m., Buying or Leasing Ag Machinery, with us the institutions of the Lakewood. Gospel, to support them with Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7:30 p.m., Buying or Leasing Ag the means which God has Machinery, Vo-Ag Room, Charlotte High School. given us, and to hand them Tuesday, Feb. 12-7 p.m., 4-H Rodeo Club, Kardel Hall, down to our children. Charlotte Fairgrounds. 6. We do also agree that, Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer for the benefit of our children Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard and the rising generation, we Hwy., Charlotte. will endeavor, so far as Wednesday, Feb. 13-7 p.m., 4-H Colorado Exchange Trip possible, to carry with and meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. perpetuate among us the Feb. 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 - Grain Marketing Seminar, same literary privileges that Union, MSU. we are permitted here to Thursday, Feb. 14 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development enjoy. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. 7. We do also pledge ourselves that we will strictly and rigidly observe A special meeting will be Education will be visiting the Holy Sabbath, neither held Friday, Feb. 1, at 12:45 with the group. Lunch will be laboring ourselve or permitting our children or p.m. for Maple Valley area served at 1 p.m. For workmen or beasts to senior citizens at Maple reservations, call 852-9275 desecrate this day of rest by Valley High School. before Thursday, Jan. 31 at any kind of labor or Kathy Feaster from the noon.~Everyone is welcome. recreation. Michigan Department of 8. As ardent spirits have invariably proved the bane of every community into Are you a Trivial Pursuit Tournament is a way to which they have been in­ troduced, we solemnly player? support the Voluntary Action If so, you can test your Center and a super way to pledge ourselves that we will neither buy, nor sell, nor use skills on Feb. 23 at the spend a winter Saturday. this article, except for Voluntary Action Center’s Spectators can come down medical purposes, and we Trivial Pursuit Tournament. to the Kalamazoo Center will use all lawful means to Play in either the novice Hilton on Feb. 23 and watch division or the master the Trivial Pursuit Tour­ keep it utterly out of the division. Call the Voluntary nament for a one dollar fee. settlement. 9. As we must necessarily Action Center of greater Spectator^ can come and go endure many of those trials Kalamazoo for an entry during the preliminaries, and privations which are form. semi-finals, celebrity match, incident to a settlement in a VAC’s Trivial Pursuit and finals. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Senior citizens invited to meeting Trivial tournament planned Feb. 23 lifetime DEAL HAYES GREEN BEACH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Lottery Ticket We Are Pleased to Announce the Opening of a Dermatology Clinic ($1,000 a week for life) with the purchase of any 16 pizza with 3 items or more. You must be 18 years of aqe or older. 637 S. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE, Ml. TWO PHONES: 852-9670 or 852-9833 FREE DELIVERY within 2 miles Bringing a Now Health Core Service to Caton County" Dr. Andrew Messenger, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist Clinic Hours: Fridays, 8 a.m. - noon Location . H ospital, 321 East Harris St., Charlotte Appointments. Call 543-1050,, Ext. 218. Referral not necessary �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1985 — Page 7 Klondike Derby and First Aidoree keep Nashville scouts real busy “•’f litolMHj -7®s Mita ft MD4|Ligu^ |Ligu^ nilncisnj ’ taHB-teJfcjE The Boy Scouts of Nash­ ville Troop 176 have had two busy weekends. On Saturday, Jan. 12, the troop attended the Land-OLakes District of the West Michigan Shores Council First-Aidoree in Hastings, and on Saturday, Jan. 19, they participated in the Nottawa Trails District of the Southwest Michigan Council Klondike Derby in Battle Creek. The First-Aidoree took place at the Leason Sharpe Hall in Hastings from 9 a.m. - noon. This was a new ex­ perience for the troops in the Land-O-Lakes District as it has been many years since one was held. A First-Aidoree involves giving each Scout Patrol four first aid problems of which they have no prior knowledge. They may in­ clude blisters, broken bones, head injuries, un­ consciousness, etc. The patrol then must demon­ strate or apply the ap­ propriate first aid techniques. They are then given a score based on the adequacy of the treatment they have given. Each patrol was responsible for providing a complete first aid kit, -in­ cluding splints and slings, and a victim who received their treatment. Troop 176 took two patrols to the event and placed first and third. The Klondike Derby was held at Leila Arboretum in Battle Creek. The name Klondike Derby was very appropriate, for the day was extremely cold with a heavy snowfall throughout the day. The patrols provided their own Klondike sled, a first aid kit and other equipment. The scouts had to demonstrate a variety of skills, including il-ilp,H to Mi rtijriZ.'-rE mittM zajrii iiHnKii n'-ftre sid ill1' YOUR FEET DESERVE A PROPER FIT szlipf nsnft^ SopoSok id rsJj Sizes 614-13 404 A-EE Available RedWings VISA/MASTERCARD SHOES CHARLOTTE PHONE 517-543-4630 Open 9-5:30-Pri. Nite ’til 8 p.tn. At the First Aidoree, Paul Mudry portrayed the “victim" while (from left) Matt Peake, Tom Dunham, Lee Ossenheimer and (standin g) Jason Brown provided aid. (photo supplied) fire building, orienteering, signaling, knots and lashings and trail signs. They were then scored on their proficiency as a group. Twenty-one patrols par­ ticipated in the Klondike event. Troop 176 took three patrols, which placed first, third, and sixth. This coming February, the troop will participate in the Land-O-Lakes District Klondike and Polar Bear. They will also have a bake sale at the Comerica Bank in Nashville on Saturday, Feb. 2 from 9 a.m. - noon. Obituaries Ada C. Newton NASHVILLE - Mrs. Ada C. Newton, 96, of 6265 Thor­ napple Lake Rd., died early Sunday, Jan. 27,' 1985, at Barry County Medical Care Facility. She was born in Brooks Township, Newaygo County, on Jan. 27, 1889, the daughter of Thomas and Susan (Shattuck) Johnston. She came to Hastings as a young lady and was em­ ployed at the International Lock & Seal Co., Welfare’s Coffee Ranch, and the for­ mer Powdered Egg Factory. She and her husband, William Newton, whom she married Nov. 8,1909, farmed on East State Rd. for many years. Mr. Newton died March 9, 1962She was a member of Hope United Methodist Church, and WCTU. Mrs. Newton is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (loleen) Clark of Harrison, and Mrs. Arthur (Reathel) Fuller of Nash­ ville; one son, Robert Newton of Freeport; 16 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren; and 21 great great - grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, Allen, and a sister, Ida. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m, Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Wren Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jack Bar­ tholomew officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope United Methodist Church or the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Ruth Briggs VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Ruth Briggs, 84, of Ver­ montville, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 1985, at Emmanual Nursing Home in Charlotte. She was born Oct. 11, 1900 in Vermontville, the daughter of Francis and Mary (Fredici) Shetenhelm. She worked at the Ver­ montville Post Office and married Dewey Briggs on Nov. 6, 1920 in Vermontville. Mr. Briggs died in 1959. Mrs. Briggs is survived by one son, Dale Briggs of Lansing; four daughters, Gladys Turk of DeLand, Fla., Betty Benton of Mid­ dleville, and Della Dickinson and Virginia French, both of Charlotte; 12 grandchildren; 21 great - grandchildren; and a brother, Walter Shetenhelm of Lake City. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 25, at Vermontville Congregational Church. The Rev. William Trump and the Rev. David Johnston of­ ficiated. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Arrangements were by Vogt Funeral Home in Nashville. * 74 Days ’til Spring! * ALL HAIRCUTS.................. Ocoo Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO SEOO “The Mirrors image" ..Ape Wissosz miaac.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children ill N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY More obits on page 8- ACTION-ADS CENTERLINE preengineered steel buildings at discounted Winter prices. Plan ahead for Spring! Buy Now and Save!!! Call 1-800-835-2246 Ext. 126 for your best deal. (2-5)______________ LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience,, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Vermontville news by Ava Kroger by Ava Kroger Coming events: — Vermontville Woman’s Club meets Monday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. at 309 N. Main, Nashville, at Bobbie’s Unique Service (Nail, Foot and Facial Tips). Mrs. Dorothy Carpenter is in charge. Again the weather has dominated the news. Seems like everyone has a different story of their experiences beginning with the storm on New Year’s Day with still lots of ice under the snow. The road crews have worked overtime to plow out drifted roads. Only half day of school last week as they sent the children home at 11:30 a.m. on Friday. Snowmobilers are having a ball. Glad to report Mrs. Frances Olson is at home again and waiting reports of her latest test. Mrs. Ruth Shetenhelm Briggs, 84, a lifetime resident of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday evening at the Immanuel Nursing Home in Charlotte. Services were held Friday p.m. at the Congregational Church with burial beside her husband, Dewey, in Woodlawn Cemetery. She was one of nine children of the Shetenhelm family who lived most of their lives in Vermontville, leaving only Walter who lives in Lake City. Rev. William Trump, Jr. and Rev. David Johnston of DeWitt were in charge of the services. Ruth was a member of the VHS graduating class of 1920. Mrs. Fran Ray, mother of Sue Villanueva, is in H.G.B. Hospital and improving. Mrs. Margaret Rounds Wineman is very ill at H.G.B. Hospital. Vermontville friends of Mrs. Margret Engle express their deepest sympathy in her sudden death. Mr. Randy Rodriguez and friend from Detroit called on his grandmother, Ava Kroger, Saturday evening. Word received of the death of Mrs. Gertrude Boyd Pittinger, 73, formerly of Lansing but living with her daughter in Florida where services were held last week. She was a member of the VHS Class of 1928. Survivors include three sisters, Jennie, Lois, and Caroline Boyd, and one brother, Ivan of Bath. Happy to hear that Mrs. Ethel Figg is improving and •s now at Barry County Medical Care Facility. A group of 50 men and women joined Mrs. Firster Saturday on a bus trip to Windsor, Canada to play bingo and do a little shop­ ping. Several of the group were good winners. Coffee and donuts were served on the bus and a 30-minute coffee break was taken in Brighton. They want to go again. So March 16 is the next bingo day. ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamd, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) LOST: Brittany spaniel, medium size dog, white with large rust patches. Lostt near west M-50 and Shaytown Rd. 566-8237, Sunfield. Irene’s Beauty Shop 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 COUGH & COW RELIEF CENTER COntac If CO NT AC 029 SUDAFED 037 CAPSULES DROPS 1 OZ. 1|93 SYRUP 4 0Z. LOZENGES 18S REGULAR OR CHERRY TABLETS 12’S 277 ]47 £i23 0 1% CEPASTAT 24’S ACTIFED NEO-SYNEPHRINE SPRAY 1/2% 15 CC PLUS Z. ROBITUSSIN U pcl DM Ul . 4 0Z. I29 TRIAMINIC Triaminic qTsc TRIAMINIC EXPECTORANT 4 OZ. BENYLIN DM OR SYRUP 4 OZ. ]93 RIAMINIC DM 4oz. SYRUP 4 OZ. 025 203 See Us for Humidifiers HANKSCRAFT Whisper Mist Ultrasonic HUMIDIFIER Just *68" DRIXORAL TABLETS 20’S drdoral 393IQ m® mMW HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St, Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1985 — Page 8 Lions lose non-league clash The Lions traveled to Portland on Tuesday for their only game last week and came away defeated 81­ 76. The loss puts the Lion record at 6-3. The contest began in a see­ saw battle with the Raiders taking the lead 16-14 at the end of the first period. Valley fell farther behind in the second quarter due partly to Raider free throw shooting. Portland con­ nected on 7 of 8 attempts in the second period while Valley hit 1 of 3. The Lions lost ground and trailed 37-29 by the half. The beginning of the third quarter provided more problems for the visitors. They fell behind 49-36 before beginning a comeback. Kurt Hartenburg scored on a three point play to put Valley within 5 points of Portland with 2:05 remaining in the period. Hartenburg later hit 2 more charity tosses to pull his Lions to within 2 points. Hit 7-7 from the line for the night. Entering the final quarter, the Raiders held a 57-52 advantage but the Lions were close behind. Shan Ferrier tied the score at 72 with 1:48 remaining to be played and the score was again knotted at 74 with 1:15 to play but Portland’s free throw shooting and rebounding kept them out of reach. Portland held on to win 81-76. The Raiders held big advantages in the reboun­ ding and free throw shots. They outrebounded Valley 41-20 and hit 25 of 41 free throws. The Raiders netted 28 field goals and committed 20 fouls. Valley connected on 16 of 22 charity tosses and hit 30 The Vermontville United Methodist Church is considering the development of a program for pre-school children, aged 3 and 4. They would like to hear from parents of pre-school children to gauge the interest and need for such a program. If you are the parents of a child in that age group and would like to express your interest or need, please fill in the coupon below and mail it to The Vermontville United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 186, Vermontville, Ml. 49096. I am a parent of a pre-school age child and I would like to see a program for pre-schoolers developed. (Check all that apply) d J □ I would send my child to a program one or ■ two mornings a week □ I would be willing to share my ideas about I how a program like this could help me I and my child the most. □ I would be willing to help develop and staff the program should it be developed, Signed ____________:_______ Phone sports field goals. They were whistled down for 27 fouls. Jeff Hamilton and Gary Reid provided the scoring punch for Valley, combining for more than half of Lion points. Hamilton scored 25 points and Reid 22. Kurt Hartenburg added 9 points; Greg Lenz, 6; Shan Ferrier, 6; Jim Benit, 4; Mike Siple and Ryan Trowbridge, 2 each. The Lions play two im­ portant league contests next week. They meet Bellevue on Tuesday and Olivet on Friday. Olivet shares the league race with Maple Valley and Bronson so the winner will eliminate a co­ leader. Come and support the Lions in their quest for a second league championship in basketball. M.V. reshedules cancelled events Maple Valley Athletic Director Larry Lenz has announced the rescheduling of several sporting events cancelled due to last weekend’s snowstorm. The Pennfield at Maple Valley basketball game has been rescheduled for Feb. 16. The freshman game starts at 4:00 p.m. while the junior varsity game commences at 6:00 p.m. The Maple Valley at Pennfield wrestling meet has been reslated for Jan. 31 at 5:30. And the Pennfield at Maple Valley volleyball game has been rescheduled for Jan. 30 at 6:30 p.m. M.V. Athletic Boosters sponsor family portrait CLIP THIS COUPON — Lh°2 ._ k Y™ Maple Valley Schools will be dismissed early on Feb. 5 i i I The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters are sponsoring family portraits. The cost will be $5 for a colored 8x10. Modern Photographies will be at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School the end of February. Coupons have been distributed to all schools. Due to the weather conditions and not having school we have extended the date to Feb. 8 for all coupons and money to be returned. If you have not received a coupon or have any questions please call 726­ 0366. Appointments will begin Feb. 5 for coupons turned in Feb. 1. Coupons turned in Feb. 8 may call for an appointment starting Feb. 11 at 726-0366. Maple Valley Schools will be dismissed an hour earlier than usual on Tuesday, Feb. 5 in order for all teachers in the district to attend an in­ service meeting. At the Jr.-Sr. High School, classes will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 5. Students in all the elementary buildings in the district will be dismissed at 1:45 p.m. that day. Obituary continued from page 7— Sarah Engel NASHVILLE - Mrs. Sarah (Margaret) Engel, 56, of 417 Queen St., died Friday, Jan. 25, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. She was born May 8, 1928 in Chesapeake, Ohio, the daughter of Loren and Irene (Moreland) Nickols. She married Richard Engel Nov. 18, 1969 in Nash­ ville. She operated Margaret’s Beauty Shop in Nashville. Mrs. Engel is survived by her husband, Richard; two sons, Michael Partridge and Kevin Engel, both of Nash­ ville; two daughters, Christina Norton of Nash­ ville and Gayle Partridge of Wayne; two grandchildren; three brothers, William Nickols of Hastings, Loren Nickols of Ohio, and Leon Nickols of Illinois; and three sisters, Helen Koslowsky and Elenda Nickols, both of Phoenix, Ariz., and Clara Dunmire of Battle Creek. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Vogt Funeral Home in Nashville. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery. Girl Scout cookie sales Continued from front page- Kathy at 726-1264 or Jeri at 726-1171, or Joyce at 726-0524. The Michigan Capitol Girl Scout Council has changed to a new bakery to supply this year’s cookies, so your old favorites will now be found with new names. Profits from the annual cookie sale go to individual troops for trips, crafts, badges and other uses. Cookie proceeds are also the main source of income for the Girl Scout Council, who use the money to partly maintain and subsidize camping programs. 4-H shooting sports meet planned The regular monthly county-wide 4-H shooting sports meet will be held Saturday,,Feb. 2. Firearms will meet from 10 a.m.-noon and Archery will meet 1-3 p.m. at the 4-H Building, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. For more in­ formation contact the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office at 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. — Enroll now in — Elevator Nashville, Ml. Maple Valley Adult Education... ... High School Completion & Vocational Courses... FREE to adults without a high school diploma. FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by 9/1/84. All other adults will be charged a small fee. CLASSES BEGIN FEBRUARY 4 & MEET FOR 17 WEEKS DAYTIME CLASSES 9:00 a.m. Superintendent Carroll Wolff said the in-service session will last two-hours and include a review of Maple Valley’s educational program. Included in the session will be a review of science textbooks for the upper grades and teachers at various levels will be looking at curriculum guides and subject content. to 12:30 p.m. Mead-O-Acres (517) 852-0789 8415 A Real STIHL Deal Get the 028 STIHL Wood Boss for only $299.95 MONDAY U.S. History 1 :OO p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mead-O-Acres TUESDAY MONDAY Math thru Algebra Science Accounting Independent Study WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY G.E.D. 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You know, the feeling you get when you sit inside your house doing nothing but wait for the spring thaw. Well, sit no longer. Instead, get out and exercise! “There’s no need to let winter stop your exercise routine,” said Dr. Joseph Rogers, chairman of the exercise committee of the American Heart Association of Michigan. “Exercise is a lifetime commitment ... a commitment that will be easier if you select an exercise you really enjoy. “When you decide to start a regular exercise program, particularly if your lifestyle has been sedentary, check with your doctor. He or she will help you find a program which suits your needs and your physical condition. You may be given an exercise tolerance test to determine your present capabilities and to identify potential hazards. “Chances are, if you’re in good health, your physician will recommend a program of frequent, ongoing exer­ cise,” Dr. Rogers said. “If you should choose an aerobic activity-that is, one which is rhythmic, repetitive, involves motion and the use of large muscles, and challenges the cir­ culatory system. Aerobic exercise significantly in­ creases blood flow for an extended period, and promotes cardiovascular (heart and lung) fitness (which means you can exercise for longer periods without undue fatigue and respond to sudden physical or emotional demands more readily and with less stress). An added plus is the sense of well-being you’ll gain. “Activities often recommended include walking, jogging, swim­ming, roller skating, rope jumping, and active sports and games. All of these can be done indoors during the cold weather months. Dr. Rogers said. “A natural way to enjoy the beauty of winter is to select an outdoor activity. It might be cross country skiing, ice skating, hockey, or jogging. They’re all aerobic exercise. “If you decide to exercise outdoors, you should observe some special precautions. Be sure to dress properly, wearing layers of light clothing instead of one heavy layer, and wear a hat and scarf. Fifty to eighty percent of your body heat is lost through your head and neck in temperatures of 40 degrees or less. You might want to consider wrapping a scarf across your mouth too. It will help protect your lungs from excessive cold as your breathing increases during exercise,” Dr. Rogers said. “Ifyou really don’t like the cold, there are plenty of activities you can enjoy indoors. Swimming is a popular sport that can be enjoyed through community education classes, you local YWCA or YMCA, or open swim times at the com­ munity pool. “Swimming tones muscles, increases stamina, and works the major muscles of the body. The resistance of the water is equivalent to exercising with weights, which adds to the balanced muscle strength. Because of the reduction of stress on the body, elderly people and those with joint problems, such as arthritis, may enjoy swimming without discomfort. “Another great indoor activity is walking. Many people enjoy the comfort of walking in shopping malls during the colder months. Some malls even have organized walking clubs. Walking doesn’t require any special equipment or clothing, just a comfortable sensation may spread to pair of shoes,” Dr, Rogers your shoulders, neck or arm, said. and may last for two minutes “And remember, lack of or more. The pain may go exercise is only one possible away then return. Severe factor leading to heart pain, dizziness, fainting, disease. If you ignore the sweating, nausea or short­ other major risk factors, ness or breath may also such as high blood pressure, occur but are not always a high cholesterol level and present,” Dr. Rogers said. cigarette smoking, exercise For more information on alone probably won’t help exercise and your heart, call much. It’s only one factor in your local office of the a total progrm of car­ American Heart Association diovascular health. of Michigan. Related “If you are going to par­ booklets include: “E is for ticipate in an exercise Exercise”; “Walking for a program, be sure you know Healthy Heart”; “Swim­ the warning signs of heart ming for a Healthy Heart”; attack. They include: an and “Skating for a Healthy uncomfortable pressure, Heart”. fullness, squeezing or pain in The American Heart the center of your chest Association of Michigan is a behind your breastbone. The United Way Agency. State Council on Alcoholism will give assistance to groups The National Council on Alcoholism, Michigan Division is attempting to identify parent, student and community groups which are currently involved in substance abuse education and prevention efforts in their communities. NCA-Michigan will provide assistance to these groups in its ongoing mission to support a network of strong, viable volunteer organizations throughout the state. Volunteer groups will be asked to participate in a survey to determine their needs for training, information and networking. Professionals and providers will also be surveyed to determine the resources KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) they can provide to volunteer groups. Information from both surveys will be made available through NCAMichigan. In addition, results of the surveys will guide the agenda for Volunteer Resource Development conferences to be held in four areas of the state in the fall of 1985. In February, requests for proposals for community education-prevention projects will be solicited from volunteer groups. A limited number of mini­ grants will be awarded for specific projects. Volunteer groups wishing to receive additional in­ formation can call NCAMichigan at (517) 337-8417 or 1-800-344-3400, or write NCAMichigan at 1405 South Harrison Road, Suite 308, East Lansing, MI 48823. ' EWING WELLDRILLINGi Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps) GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 i ■ WE’VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. 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Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County” RECEIVER SYSTEMS " "Your Local Specialists" Pnlhone ... QAE OC11 7f OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 - 9 p.m.;Sat., 9 - 5 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1985 — Page 10 BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS January 24 & Feb. 28 - Michigan Professional Dairy Far­ mers Association meeting, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., at M.A.B.C., Forest Rd., East Lansing. Topics to be covered include: housing, management, and feeding. January 29 & Feb. 5,12 - Dairy Cattle Breeding and Genetics Shortcourse (cancelled due to lack of participants). January 31 - Special 4-H Teen Meeting (on scholarships, careers and starting a service club for teens), 8 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. February 1-3 - 4-H Clowning Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. February 4 - Dairy Herd Health Management Seminar, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. February 5 - West Michigan Swine Production Seminar, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Coopersville High School Library. February 5 & 12 - Basic Dairy Cattle Nutrition and Feeding. This is a continuing series of lectures sponsored by Dr. Thomas from M.S.U. The lectures will take place at the Olde Kent Inn, Kent City, from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. A $35 per person fee will be charged for meals and registration. Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27 - Dairy and Beef Cattle Reproduction Seminar to be held from 7-10 p.m. at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake St., Kalamazoo. Topics to be covered include: reproduction, physiology and management, prostaglandius and synchronization, bull reproductive evaluation, and calving problems of beef and dairy cattle. February 9 - Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, Community Building, Hastings. (Rabbits in at 10 a.m.) February 9 - 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic, MSU, Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing. February 11 - Evening Adult Farmer Seminar, “Buy vs. Lease”, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. February 12 4-H Personal Appearance Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. February 13 - “Getting Acquainted with Tofu”, 11:30 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. No charge. Public invited. February 13 - 4-H Horse Developmental meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. February 13, 20 & 27 - “Keeping Good Employees” — A personal management workshop for producers who have permanent employees. This is a Multi-County event which will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Greenville from 10a.m. to2:30 p.m. Lunch will be catered by Kentucky Fried Chicken. A $15 per person fee will cover meals and publications. Nashville VFW Auxiliary PENNY SUPPER Low cost loans available to ice storm victims Homeowners in 13 counties can begin applying Friday for low-cost funds to repair damage from the New Yeark’s holiday ice storm, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) has announced. On Tuesday, Jan. 15, Gov. James J. Blanchard declared a “state of disaster” exists in Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Calhoun, Eaton, Genessee, Ingham, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland, and Van Buren counties. Such a declaration allows the MSHDA board to raise the Authority’s income limits for home improvement loans in the af­ fected counties above the current statewide limit of approximately $20,000. Based on a formula in MSHDA’s general rules, the in­ come limits in the 13 counties will range from $33,721 in Allegan County, to $47,933 in Lapeer, Livingston and Oakland counties. Applications must be made to a participating lending institution by April 2, 1985. The interest rate on loans for higher-income homeowners will be 10 percent, with up to 15 years to repay. The minimum loan is $500 and the maximum, $15,000. The loans may be used to cover uninsured storm damage to the homeowner’s principal residence, such as Special dairy and beef cattle seminars set The Southwest Dairy and Beef Cattle Reproduction Seminars, a series of meetings open to all beef and dairy producers, will be held during February at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds. The series will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Registration is $10 per person. The fairgrounds are located at 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo. The seminars, sponsored by the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service, will emphasize bovine reproduction management practices. The first session will focus on reproduction physiology and management. Session two will detail benefits of using prostaglandins and synchronizing estrus. The third in the series will concentrate on selecting and managing bulls. The final session will discuss calving problems of beef and dairy cattle. Speakers will include industry representatives, MSU animal science specialists and veterinarians. Program details may be obtained by writing to Maurice Kaercher, MSU Cooperative Extension Service, 302 County Ad­ ministration Bldg., 210 W. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49007, or by calling him at (616) 383-8830. Saturday, February 2 Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, Pork Chops and Dressing Serving... 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. CHAIRPERSON — RUTH ROSE Be prepared for the next power outage! Coping with a freezer full of food during a power Michigan State Housing Development Authority BARRY COUNTY ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS: Storm Damage Loans With Governor Blanchard’s declaration of a state of disaster following the New Year’s ice storm, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) will temporarily raise its income limits for home repair loans in 13 counties. Loans are available at 10% interest* to repair uninsured structural damage to homes, including roof and window repairs, siding replacement, and renovation of rooms affected by flooding. In Barry County, the maximum household income for these loans is $41,189. Applications should be made before April 2,1985, to First of America Bank-Michigan, in Delton. For further information, contact the Michigan State Housing Development Authority Home Improvement Sec­ tion, 401 South Washington Square, Lansing Ml 48909’ (517) 373-8017. ’MSHDA home improvement loans, at interest rates of 3 to 10%, are available on an ongoing basis for households with incomes under $20,000. MSHDA is an Equal Housing Lender outage can be frustrating, especially if it is packed with foods you have spent con­ siderable time and energy growing. It is natural to want to salvage as much of the food as possible. Don’t worry if the freezer has been off for a short time, but if power is off for an extended period, as it was recently, there ae several steps you can take to keep the food from spoiling. Moria Ellard, Extension Home Econoist suggests that you request the free bulletin “When the Freezer Stops Working .. E-1735, from the Eaton Extension Office. This bulletin describes the care needed to prevent food spoiling and how to tell if the thawed foods can be safely re-frozen or consumed. Be prepared for your next power outage - order your bulletin today! ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) County income limits and roof or window repairs, siding replacement, or the area participating len­ basement renovation if there ding institutions where was flooding as a result of applications may be made are as follows: the storm. Barry - $41,189. First of Loan applicants should have verification that the America Bank - Michigan, in loss is not covered by in­ Delton and Eaton - $41,189. surance, proof of home Michigan National Bank, in ownership such as a mor­ Charlotte. Persons interested in tgage or land contract, and income verification, and applying for loans to cover should have identified the storm damage are asked to licensed contractor or the contact a participating materials to be purchased (if lender. Other information is the homeowner is to perform available from the Michigan State Housing Development the work). Home Im­ Lenders normally take Authority about five working days to provement Section, 401 South complete the loan process, Washington Ave., Lansing; according to the Authority. (517) 373-8017. A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative BLANCHARD’S “STATE OF THE STATE” - Governor James Blanchard delivered his third “State of the State” address on January 23, and called upon the Legislature to fund six new prisons, increase p, aid to p public education,, andd help battle Michigan’s toxic waste disposal problems, including the clean-up of contaminated wells. LEGISLATION WOULD PROTECT STATE FROM IN­ DUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS - Legislation has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that would establish a special committee to study the state’s vulnerability to major industrial accidents in an effort to prevent catastrophies similar to those in India and Mexico. CHILD PROTECTION LEGISLATION - Major legislation aimed at child abuse and abduction has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. The nine-bill package includes provisions for reporting abuse cases, voluntary fingerprinting of children, close scrutinization of day care center operators, and the establishment of a centralized office for reporting missing children. LEGISLATORS LOBBY GM - Republican and Democratic leaders of Michigan’s House and Senate will meet with officials of General Motors in an effort to lure the automaker’s new Saturn division to Michigan. The bipartisan coalition will focus on what needs to be done legislatively to assure construction of the Saturn manufacturing plant in Michigan. SECOND ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON TOURISM - The second annual Conference on Tourism, sponsored by the Michigan Travel Bureau, will be held April 28-30 in Bellaire. The registration deadline is April 12. For more information on the Conference, contact the Michigan Travel Bureau, P.O. Box 30226, Lansing, MI 48909, or call 517-373-0670. TOLL-FREE TAX HOTLINE - If you have any questions about Michigan’s state income taxes, including eligibility for property tax credits, you may call the confidential Taxpayer Hotline at the Michigan Department of Treasury. The number is 1-800-292-MICH. Auto Service CENTER QUALITY WORKMANSHIP TRANSMISSION REPAIRS BODY & BUMP SERVICE WHEEL ALIGNMENT & BALANCING TUNE-UPS & MUFFLERS MAJOR OVERHAULS BRAKES UKENEW Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 29, 1985 — Page 11 kV k. t w o o n Demand good for ice-damaged tree workshop; another session planned Nearly 100 area homeowners attended the free “Ice Damaged Tree Workshop” held at the MSU Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) Jan. 22. The workshop was offered as a public service by KBS, the Cooperative Extension Service and the MSU Forestry Department to assist homeowners in assessing and treating damage to their trees from the recent ice storm. Because the workshop was filled within 24-hours of its announcement, the Kalamazoo Nature Center will be co-sponsoring a repeat workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 7 to 10 p.m., at the Nature Center. Forest extension specialists and staff from the KBS Kellogg Experimental Forest discussed pruning, cabling, and wiring Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU ^Jto , SS,& Ss$ sss: •ww1* 1*'S»S '®r»«^k*l , SSfi!** Sf&i!5 S&5 * J^®i5BaH; “*?®!SB{Sta ® UBI QI • Iqttn |g ■tiijhhim ■liBilfeilfttll^ BjtF.FsnicE^j i< BifeRhfeii I n amhiklti (■ilaa Kitimwim «£ta?a!!J !XS.iiiKljiiMiffi iads5J|ril.!i®5i nrttlitfttyM1 !••*■*£ lA««!all!J Maplewood School Lunch Monday, Feb. 4 Hot Ham and Cheese, French Fries, Corn, Ap­ plesauce. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Chicken Nuggets, Dip, Peas, Mashed Potatoes, Bread and Butter, Fruit. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Mini Sub on a Bun, Corn, Pickles, Apple Crisp. Thursday, Feb. 7 Pizza, Green Beans, Cookie, Fruit. Friday, Feb. 8 Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Chocolate Cake, Pears. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Friday, Feb. 1 Bar B.Q.’s, green beans, applesauce, cookie. Monday, Feb. 4 Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, tri-taters, peas, peaches, cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Chili, crackers, cheese slice, pickles, applesauce, peanut butter sandwiches. Wednesday, Feb. 6 . Burritos with or without sauce and cheese, green beans, pears, cookie. Thursday, Feb. 7 Hot dogs or green beans, apple crisp, bread and butter. Friday, Feb. 8 Tostizza,- corn, fresh fruit, Pudding Pop. Fuller St. School Monday, Feb. 4 Pizza, Beets, Applesauce. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Goulash or Chef Salad, Peas, Cherry Sauce, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Wednesday, Feb. 6 Baked Chicken, Celery Sticks, Fruit Mix, Pickles. Thursday, Feb. 7 Scallped Potaotes with Ham, Green Beans, Raisins, Butter Sandwich. Friday, Feb. 8 Salmon Loaf, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Toasted Bun. damaged branches at the workshop, as well as dressing bark wounds and selecting replacement trees. “People are concerned not only about salvaging their trees but also about strengthening weak trees for the next ice storm,” says Tom Stadt, Kellogg Forest Manager. “This workshop has given them a better understanding of what to expect next time and how to prepare - either by pruning existing trees to prevent weaknesses or by selecting appropriate replacement trees.” Persons wishing to enroll in the second session of the free workshop should call the Kellogg Biological Station, (616) 671-5117, ext. 58 or the Kalamazoo Nature center at 381-1574. Serving Our Country Timothy K. Ramey Pfc. Timothy K. Ramey, son of Kermit J. and Linda F. Ramey of 148 E. First St., Vermontville, was involved a in NATO-sponsored exercise by participating in the Army’s return of forces to Germany (REFORGER) 1985. The exercise was designed to develop uniformity of doctrine, standardize procedures for rapid response to a crisis and demonstrate solidarity in commitment to NATO goals and objectives. Ramey is a combat engineer with the 4th In­ fantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo. He is a 1983 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. Steven J. Hummel Spec. 4 Steven J. Hummel, son of Donald Hummel of Rural Route 1, Vermontville, was involved in a NATOsponsored exercise by participating in the Army’s return of forces to Germany (REFORGER) 1985. The exercise was designed to develop uniformity of doctrine, standardize procedures for rapid response to a crisis and demonstrative solidarity in commitment to NATO goals and objectives. Hummel is a missile radar repairer with the 4th In­ fantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo. His wife, Deborah, is the daughter of Barbara Youngs of Rural Route 2, Ver­ montville. The specialist is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. Alice L. Skumautz Spec. 4 Alice L. Skumautz, daughter of Neal J. and Carol J. Skumautz of 65 Puddingstone Lane, Bellingham, Mass., was involved in a NATOsponsored exercise by participating in the Army’s return of forces to Germany (REFORGER) 1985. The exercise was designed to develop uniformity of doctrine, standardize procedures for rapid response to a crisis and demonstrate solidarity in commitment to NATO goals and objectives. Skumautz is an electronic warfare specialist with the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo. Her husband, Army Spec. 4 Bruce R. Bills, is the son of Robert and Patti Bills of 1670 Woodland Drive, Woodland. She is a 1980 graduate of Bellingham High School. by Mona J. Ellard. Ex­ tension Home Economist At least one out of every six children under 18 is living in a step-family and the adjustments that need to be made are not easy for anyone. Stress, family in­ teractions and discipline are just a few situations where problems may occur. To help understand and confront these problems, the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service and the First United Methodist Church of Eaton Rapids have put together a threepart seminar “Step-Parents Are People Too”. The seminars are designed to help families develop their own strengths in dealing effectively with the situations unique to step­ parenting. Crop production meeting set for Wednesday Jan. 30 Crop production will be the topic of the second meeting of the Adult Farmer Series sponsored by the MSU Cooperative Extension Service and the Charlotte Vocational Agriculture program. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Vocational Agriculture Room, Charlotte High School. Wendell Somers of the Soil Conservation Service will discuss the 1985 no-till planter rental program as well as the ASCS cost share for conservation tillage practices. Allen Krizek and Roger Betz, Cooperative Extension Service, will cover scouting for corn pests, calculating the best fertilizer buy and costs of production for grain crops. The meeting is open to all interested persons and is free of charge. For ad­ ditional information contact the Extension office: 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. If you are a step-parent or a potential step-parent, this is a program that should be of interest to you. The dates of the seminars are Feb. 5 and 19, and March 5, 1985. Program topics are: -Step-Families Are Dif­ ferent - Tuesday, Feb. 5, 7 p.m.; -Step-Family Communication - Tuesday, Feb. 19, 6:30 p.m.; and -Discipline and Authority Tuesday, March 5, 7 p.m. The programs will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 600 South Main Street, Eaton Rapids. The cost is $1 per person or $1.50 per couple and it will cover all three seminars. 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At Your Shoppers Review Store LIMIT 1 WITH $10.00 PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER $1139 WINE « TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EXPIRES SATURDAY, UMIT 1 WITH $10XX) PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER, WINE at TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EXPIRES SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2. 1985. FEBRUARY 2. 1985. Your Shoppers Review Store Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-02-05.pdf be23bcd34038b1504acd52cbc8d5e8ca PDF Text Text Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 ratq paid Has^e es. cgaa esMlcb/aa 49058 ^MlTbro Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Vol. 113 - No. 30—Tuesday. February 5. 1985 Blood drive nets 60 pints! By Shelly Sulser Sixty-pints of blood were collected at the Maple Valley High School and community blood drive, held last Tuesday at the high school. Despite being postponed one week due to weather and the closing of the school, Chairman of the Nashville Blood Drive Carleen Overholt said “we were happy to have a very suc- cessful drive.” Those who came to donate blood first went through a series of questioning per­ taining to the individual’s medical history, and then were given blood pressure and blood anemia tests, prior to actually giving a pint of their blood. From the blood mobile, blood was shuttled every four hours to the Lansing Red Cross center where it was then transported to any’ of the 73-Michigan hospitals in the region. The blood then goes through eight or nine separate tests before ac­ tually being transfused into the patient, according to Bob Rouse, blood dispatcher for the Lansing Red Cross Center. The high school drive was a first for Maple Valley and was prompted by history teacher and wrestling coach, Dick Evans visits Nashville "On the Michigan Road Julie Welcher, serving as student aide, checks the blood packet to ensure proper blood fl ow. Students picked up their blood packets and waited their turn to donate. Vermontville fire leaves family homeless Maplewood students learn about the middle ages Students in Mrs. Luyendyke’s sixth grade classes at Maplewood school in Ver­ montville made castles as a part of their studies of the middle ages. Here, some students show their handiwork. From left are: Scott Casteele, Willis Rugg, Kirk MacKenzie, Andy True and Angela Shook. (Maple vAlley News photo by Shelly Sulser) ft 06 '8F Fire destroyed a Ver­ montville home at 158 W. Third St. Saturday evening leaving the Isaacson family homeless. No further names are available at the time of this report. Vermontville Fire Department Secretary Roger Corey said the blaze is believed to have started in the downstairs living room, possibly resulting from an overloaded extention cord and that most of the damage was contained to the downstairs. Firemen were called to the scene at 5:15 p.m. after a babysitter who was staying with the three children in residence summond the Vermontville Fire Depart­ ment which responded with three trucks. No injuries were reported. Corey stated that it took 12 firemen roughly three hours to fight the blaze at the house, owned by Sue Swift of Greggs Crossing road. Look for further details in this week’s issue of the Banner. INGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S URCH STREET* Hastings, Michigan 49058 Dick Evans and Caroline Dimmers discuss the many unique items in the general store, while taping the show. unique items as wooden toys, old fashioned wooden The Thornapple General utensils, baskets and wooden Store in Nashville, owned by rakes that are made only in Caroline Dimmers, was in Michigan, according to the spotlight Tuesday when Evans. “I just happened to know WOTV Channel 8’s Dick Evans was “On the Michigan about this place,” said Evans. “I had peeked in the Road”. Evans and News 8 window one day when it was photographer Dan Salas closed...I love anything this were in Nashville to film an old.” i.Of his reason for doing upcoming TV segment about the store, which contains stories such as the one on the many antique and old general store, Evans stated “An awful lot of our listening fashioned items. Dimmers, who has owned audience is 50 years and the store for the past five- older arid the younger ones years, says she gets many of look and say ‘what’s that?”’ For instance, what would the items from the eastern and southern parts of the look like just any old straw country as well as from local hat to many of us has a particular name. “It’s called people. The store, located at 201 N. a skimmer,” said Evans. Story continued on page 10 Main St., contains such By Shelly Sulser �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1985 Page 2 This was the sight in the Maple Valley gymnasium Tuesday. Local Red Cross Blood Drv*i!*v ise* , cont..i nuedi Bob Rouse of the Lansing Red Cross Center packs the pints for transportation to Lansing and area hospitals. Ken Trumble watches as the nurse pulls the needle from his arm after he gave a pint of his blood. Blood donors were first asked to fill out forms with questions pertaining to their medical history before giving blood. 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Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH or REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service. .11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. February 5 1985 — Page 3 FFA members attend workshop; have busy year— information to take back to fellow FFA chapter mem­ bers. Late in December, several first and second year Vo-Ag students received their Greenhand and Chapter Farmer certificates. Receiving their Greenhand certificates were: Sheila Decker, Rob Cook, Anna Cournaya, Scott Pixley, Eric Baker, Lance Root, and by Troy Thompson Maple Valley FFA members John Forell and Jack Semereau recently attended a beef workshop held in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, sponsored by Michigan Farm Bureau. Both boys attended the workshop in order to expand their knowledge about the beef industry and to gather Richard Ward. Receiving their Chapter Farmers Degrees were: Scott Reid, Troy Thompson, Chris Youngs, Tai Gearhart, George Steinbrecker, Jeff Tobias, Paula Ulrich, Elizabeth Ryan, Paul Bahs, Drew Pixley, Sherman Reid, Dan Snowden, and Jeff Sebastian. The Future Farmers of America organization Maplewood announces 'honor roll' 4TH GRADE B Average - Kyle Booher, Matt Bowen, Jessica Fajnor, Steve Hopkins, Julie Huckendubler, Donald Kerby, Susan Simpson, Aaron Smith, Kim Thomp­ son, Mark Trowbridge, Paula Woodworth, Dena Burton, Bryan Carpenter, Lori Carpenter, Travis Carter, Chris Cooley, Scott English, Jason Epler, Lori Keedy. 5TH GRADE All A’s Dawn Root, Darrel Stine, Jeremy Sampson, Leigh Stine. B Average Mickey Collier, Matt Gates, Jeff Knoll, Dayton Walker, Brian Dennis, Connie Dickinson, Kelly Endsley, Brice Hasselback, Vicky Koch, Dianna Mahoney, Janice Mater, Chris Musser, Jeremy Reynolds, Vikki Slocum, Jacob Williams, Michelle Baker, Dawn Brand, Jason Byington, Shelly Cobb, Tricia Gibson, Rebecca Jensen, David Lingholm, Jami Mishler, Matt Nehmer, Aaron Patrick, Kirk Warner, Shawn Weicht. 6TH GRADE All A’s - Debra Joostberns, Dawn Othmer, Jenny Swartz, Niel Williams, Tonia Murine, Jody Olmstead, Tina Yost B Average - Tina Abbot, Robin Aiken, Tressa Carter, Dan Franks, Scott Garvie, Brent Haag, Jeff Laverty, Angie Madison, Ruth Marshall, Michelle McClure, Terry Platte, Amy Rasey, Bill Jack Reynolds, Andrea Obituaries Grace I. Winans MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Grace I. Winans, 73, of Middleville, died Saturday afternoon, Feb. 2, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. She was born Aug. 6,1911 in Hastings, the daughter of William and Bertha (Larkin) Main. She married Marshall D. Winans Dec. 31, 1945. She was employed by Keeler Brass in Middleville and retired after 33 years. Mrs. Winans is survived by six daughters, Mrs. Shirley Linker, Mrs. Donald (Henrietta) Service, and Mrs. Charles (Gladys) Purdum, all of Hastings, Mrs. Herbert (Ruth Ann) Service of Nashville, and Mrs. James (Susan) Cooley and Mrs. George (Patricia) Cooley, both of Middleville; four sons, Michael and Dawn Balent of Tecumseh, Donald and Merle Sears of Nash­ ville, Frank and Ann Winans, and Larry and Gwen Winans of Hastings; 28 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; four step­ daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Leta) Main, Mrs. Frank (Eva) Thomas, and Mrs. Mabie Wheeler, all of Hastings, and Mrs. O.C. (Marvetta) Ondriezek of Savannah, Ga.; five brothers, Howard Main of Lakeview, Floyd Main, Dale Main, and Lawrence Main, all of Hastings, and Carl Main of Charlotte; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall; a son, Marshall Winans, Jr.; and two stepsons, Harry Sears and Kenneth Sears. Funeral and committal services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, at Beeler Chapel in Middleville, with Pastor" Wesley Smith officiating. Burial will be in Rutland Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Qnlui^ CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte... 543-0920 Home u . *** National Maritebng 7t2o6c-0m2o23p o p..Jnd JowerCentaiy .. for tte21s mailola p eiposure far Ward, Nikki Wood, Dana Adkins, Beth Ewing, Mike Gusey, Matt Heinze, Jason Hoefler,'Tracy Kill, Helena Lehman, Nathan Lindsey, Mike Martin, Jeff Moore, Kayli Orman, Polly Sayles, Sarah Simpson, Tara Smith, Derek Brown, Scott Casteele, Dana Cole, Debbie Hallock, Kirk McKenzie, Marc Nehmer, Willis Rugg, Angela Shook, Andy True. recognizes the efforts of its members by a system of degrees. The first degree a member receives is that of Greenhand. Through leadership and involvement in the chapter and the agriculture industry, the chapter awards the degree of Chapter Farmer. Only the state awards the state far­ mer degree and to receive the honor of American Farmer, one must be in the top five percent of the nation’s FFA membership. The local FFA Chapter has been busy with a variety of functions. The land lab corn crop has been harvested with the combined efforts of Allen Mater, Troy Thompson, and Scott Reid. The results of the crop were disappointing with only 25 bushels per acre being harvested, adding very little to the treasury after the bills were paid. The 11 acres of corn was planted as a test plot The many varieties planted gave members experience in yield comparison and moisture testing. The pre-Christmas fruit sale has been completed with much satisfaction expressed by the customers. High selling salesman was Tai Gearhart selling over $250 worth of citrus fruit A total of over 200 crates were sold and delivered. Ongoing sales of farm work gloves is now un­ derway and this spring the chapter will be selling garden seeds combined with many varieties of roses. Persons interested in pur­ chasing gloves who have not yet been contacted by an FFA member please call the school and leave name and number and someone will get in touch with you. The Maple Valley FFA would like to thank all who support them in their ac­ tivities. Two Maple Valley FFA Fisher - Van Zandt engagement told Mr. and Mrs. Rex G. Fisher of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lori Sue, to Rodney J. Van Zandt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Van Zandt of Hastings. Lori is presently employed by Comerica. Rodney is employed by C & F Stamping of Grand Rapids. Both are 1984 graduates of Maple Valley High School. An April 13, 1985 wedding is being planned. Buy Ideas Book No. 3 for *1°° - and Receive > Book No. 7 Free! 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NEW LISTING: YEAR ROUND HOME on Jordan Lake. Lake Odessa 4 bedroom ranch, large lot, 75 ft. lake frontage, new 12x32 wolmanized deck, brick fireplace with heatilaior. Listed at $56,000. HJ-77-BL MINI-FARM COUNTRY HOME on 5 acres near Maple Valley High School. New kitchen, new vinyl siding, possible rental unit upstairs, horse barn and other buildings, shaded yard, natural gas. Listed at $59,000. HJ-62-NV TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND 2-STORY HOME on 3’ > acres (one half acre wooded) beautiful country setting on paved road, built in 1979, quality throughout, tastefully decorated, fire­ place, French doors to deck, plus many "extras" ... you must see this one to appreciate it! 11> car garage plus extra 18x30 pole building. If you are thinking of building you should look at THIS ONE! Listed at $74,000. HJ-71-AV Homer and Joan Winegar members recently attended the Michigan Winter Beef Show held at Michigan State University. One hundred and twelve youth from all over Michigan participated in the event exhibiting over 90 heifers and 120 steers. Participating from Maple Valley were Troy Thompson and Tai Gearhart Tai exhibited a May Chianinajunior calf and placed first in a class of four. Troy exhibited in the steer show with a Chianina Angus cross steer and placed first in a class of ten. Troy's steer is the product of his own 4-H and FFA beef breeding projects. Troy also participated in the showmanship contest and placed third in a class of 24 in the 16-17 year old category. This event was sponsored by the Michigan Junior Livestock Society and open to any Michigan youth. Both boys are in their second year of Vo-Ag and FFA. Your “local" savings and loan Eaton Federal FtH CMTUIUT Ltunm T( lUH TH «.»n«auiiTTiiiciiuihiiiMtuM uimu. msiu. ntu umim UTMunu.iiciiui fmuiu-iui »u»n,iicaiui nraiuun �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 5, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas Dry goods store played an important role in Nashville role in the community. Located on Main Street, where the south portion of the post office now stands, Hannemann’s offered published Feb. 20, 1980.) essential ingredients for Back in the days when local ladies to fashion gowns sewing machines hummed of elegant silk as well as routinely in nearly every shirts of practical flannel. Featuring fabrics from Nashville household, E. A. Hannemann’s dry goods fancy to plain, Hannemann’s store played an important catered to a wide range of tastes. Fine linen yard goods for making splendid tablecloths and tea towels were sold alongside plenty of sturdy cottons for everyday needs. “Hannemann’s sold almost anything that far­ mers or farmers’ wives needed in the dry goods line,” remembers Helen Kinne Huwe, who clerked in the store during the mid19208 while on summer vacation from her regular job as teacher at the Quailtrap school in Maple Grove Township. Starting at Hannemann’s in June 1925 for wages of $3.50 per week, Helen also clerked in the store during Richard Wheeler was a her Christmas holiday from school. A diary kept by Helen high school student who in those years recorded clerked at Hannemann’s and also handled janitor­ weekly pay increases that took her over the eight-dollar ial duties at the store be­ mark when she retired from fore and after classes and clerking in 1926. At that time, on Saturday. He started she also was handling working for $1.50 per correspondence and some week, recalls his former office duties for the store. schoolmate Adolph Douse, Her diary also recounted Jr., who had a similar job the myriad duties handled by at Furniss Drug Store on the store clerks in their Main Street at the same spare minutes between time. by Susan Hinckley (Author’s note: The following is a reprint of a Memories account first Hannemann, left, and longtime clerk Villa Parrott Olin continued to operate the store for a time after Hanneman's tragic death in a 1930 diving accident. Fabric and sewing needs are at left, lingerie in center aisle case, hosiery and purses on right, and waiting on customers. Patterns were restocked and bolts of lace were trimmed, among other tasks. “Most people sewed in those days,” recalls Helen. Women came to Hannemann’s' to buy fabric patterns, thread and trim to create their own fashionable outfits at home. Yard goods were displayed along the south wall of Hannemann’s store. There were bolts of silks, satins, dimities, and plisse. And flannels. “The store carried lots and lots of flannel,” said Helen. Belding and Cortiselli silk thread was dispensed from a tall wooden spool cabinet nearby. For quilt-making there were yards of batting and lining materials. In addition to sewing needs, Hannemann’s carried some ready-to-wear clothing. There was an ex­ tensive line of underwear for both men and women; serviceable work dresses for ladies; and workshirts and denim overalls plus winter apparel for the gents. Helen’s diary noted a busy day of brushing a newlyarrived shipment of coats before they could be put on display. She believes the garments probably came packed in a huge wooden crate. Hoisery and gloves were a big item at Hannemann’s. And then there were ladies’ purses, umbrellas, and suitcases and trunks. A display of lace curtains and sewing materials decorate the windows of E. A. Hannemann’s dry goods store in the mid-1920s. The building was situated on the site now occupied by the south portion of the Nashville Post Office. And there were household items: lacy curtains, dark green window shades, linoleums, throw rugs and carpets. “We sold Wilton and Axminister rugs,” said Helen. “I remember those two names.” For the most part, it was the rug merchandise that she rarely had an opportunity to show. Floor coverings were displayed on the upper level of the store, reached via a magnificent open staircase that had been carved of cherry wood by the late Issac N. Kellogg of Nashville. “The stairs were a thing of beauty,” recalls Helen. Store proprietor Edgar Hannemann generally handled business in the rug depart­ ment. At the busiest times noted in Helen’s diary, there were five persons working at the store: Edgar Hannemann; his wife Clara; Villa Parrott Olin; Helen; and Dick Wheeler, who also swept the store in addition to clerking. The Hannemanns had arrived in Nashville in 1914 from Grand Rapids, and purchased the dry goods store formerly owned by John and Will Kocher. The Hannemanns took up residence on North State Street in what is now the Ralph Richardson home. “This store is in business for your satisfaction,” reads a 1917 ad for Hannemann’s ready-to-wear and curtains in i the rear. An elegant ope ce open cherry y wood oo sa staircase case remembered by many llocal residents led to the rug department on the second tloor. dry goods. “Very best merchandise; lowest consistent prices.” A list of wares included dry goods, carpets, rugs, coats, skirts, trunks, suit­ cases, Belding’s guaranteed silks, Wayne knit hoisery, and Justrite corsets. The store opened at 8:30 a.m. every day but Sunday, and there was an established routine for readying the place for business each day. “I had to dust the whole store every morning,” recalls Helen. Her diary reveals that some days business was so good that she didn’t get the dusting completed until 10:30 a.m. The store closed at 6 p.m. except on Wednesdays and Saturdays, when farm families flocked to Nashville for their weekly shopping and visiting sprees. There were also additional evening hours at Christmastime for the convenience of holiday shoppers. There were no cash registers at Hannemann’s. Receipts were kept in about five under-counter cash drawers located in various departments of the store. Tall, thin Edgar Hannemann is recalled by Helen as “a very nice man.” His wife, Clara, a stoutly built woman, also clerked in the store from time-to-time but not every day. Then tragedy struck. On August 1, 1930, Hannemann died in a swimming accident. “Edgar A. Hannemann, prominent Nashville businessman, died Monday from injuries received when he dove off the abutment of a bridge into the Pigeon River west of Holland, and struck his head on the bottom of the river,” reported The Nash­ ville News. With the help of clerk Villa Olin and others, Clara Hannemann continued to operate the store for a time, Edgar Hannemann stands in front of his dry goods store in this photo taken sometime after he purchased the business in 1914 but before 1917, when Nashville's Main Street was paved with brick. The cobblestone strip near the hitching rail in foreground was re­ moved during that paving project. When Hannemann bought the former Kocher store, most shoppers still traveled by horse and buggy. but she eventually sold the business. It later became Lines’ Dept. Store. Clara Hannemann remained in Nashville. When she died here in September 1957 at age 73, she had lived in the village for 43 years. The Hannemanns had no children, and at her death Clara’s only survivor was a brother living in Grand Rapids. Today many local folks still recall the Hannemann name in connection with the Main Street store that helped busy Nashville housewives clothe their families and furnish their homes for nearly 20 years. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1985 — Page 5 Maple Valley competing in Alma College’s "varsity sport of mind’ Maple Valley is among the 55 Michigan high schools competing in Alma College’s 1985 High School Quiz Bowl. Called the “varsity sport of the mind,” Quiz Bowl is a game ofquick recall and fast response with four players on each team. The first round is Satur­ day, Feb. 9, with second round matches Saturday, Feb. 16, and third round matches Wednesday, Feb. 20. Both the semi-finals and the finals will be played Wednesday, March 6. The tournament is single elimination, so oneloss and a school is out of the com­ petition. In Alma’s Quiz Bowl, there are two divisions of com­ petition, determined by school size and correspon­ ding to the class level of sports competition set by the Michigan High School Athletic Association. Class A and B schools compete in one division and C and D schools compete in the other. Each division will have a cham­ pion and a runner-up. Battle Creek, competing in the A-B Division, meets Clio in a first round match at 11 a.m. Feb. 9. In the C-D Division first round, Maple Valley plays Ashley at 9 a.m. and Bellevue plays Roscommon at 1 p.m. All matches will be played in the Tyler-VanDusen Campus Center, with the A-B matches in the Louanna Baker Jones Auditorium and the C-D matches in the South Commons. The 1985 Alma College High School Quiz Bowl matches are open to the public without charge. Played between two fourmember teams, Quiz Bowl is a fast-moving question and answer game lasting 16 minutes and played in two eight-minute halves. It is a game ofquick recall and fast response, with points awarded to the team giving the correct answer first. Contestants have three seconds to answer toss-up questions (worth 10 points each) and five seconds to answer bonus questions (worth a pre-stated number of points from 20 to 35, depending upon complexity and degree of difficulty). Either team is eligible to answer toss-up questions, but the individual team members must signal to answer by pressing a buzzer which then blocks out signals from the other players. There can be no consultation among players to answer Far North Neighborhood Girl Scouts sell cookies toss-up questions. Correctly answering a toss-up question gives a team the exclusive right to answer bonus questions. Both toss-up and bonus questions cover a broad range of topics, including science, politics, literature, history, religion, art, geography, movies, television shows, Olympic competitions, sports, music and Nobel, Pulitizer and Academy Award winners. The questions Alma uses are purchased from the High School Quiz Bowl Division of College Bowl Co,, Inc. In addition to receiving trophies, the final four high schools in the 1985 Quiz Bowl competition will share $32,000 in Alma College Quiz Bowl Scholarships. The champion school in each division receives a scholarship worth $10,000 over four years and the runner-up schools each receive a scholarship worth $6,000 over four years. The schools can designate the Quiz Bowl Scholarship recipients, but the recipients must be admitted by Alma and must meet Alma College’s scholarship standards. ACTION-ADS 10 to 25 percent off all computers, disk drives, printers, and software. 7250 Assyria Rd., Nashville. 852-1784, Nash­ ville. (3-5) COMPUTER SALE: Ma, CENTERLINE tie tom k«l Ww J NosMks fc preengineered steel buildings at discounted Winter prices. Plan ahead for Spring! Buy Now and Save!!! Call 1-800-835-2246 Ext. 126 for your best deal. (2-5) ht! MS W. 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Mrs. Kathryn Bosworth Houck was recently apinted to the advisory board of the state horse racing commission by William Ballenger, commissioner. Marion Corey has retired from Hoover Universal where he has worked for over 30 years. Marion was so very ill a few years ago, so I’m sure everyone wishes him a long and happy retirement. The Historical Executive Board met Thursday evening at the home of Ron and Kate Houck for a meeting. Plans were made for programs for 1985 and remembering that 1986 is Vermontville’s sesquicentennial year. This year’s officers are as follows: President Dorothy Carpenter, 1st Vice President Ray Ramsey, 2nd Vice President Martha Zemke, Secretary-Treasurer Kate, Houck, and Program Chairman Don Shepard. Mr. and Mrs. Harold All Style-Tex WALLPAPER 1 J! Y Many books to choose from. NE DAY DELIVERY ...in Most Cases. ( J! NOW THRU FEBRUARY ting" HARDWARE EL 105N.MainSt,NashvillePhone852-0713 -0713 JS Benedict spent Saturday in Ann Arbor with Dr. and Mrs. Sunil Das and family. Kalpana was home from New Orleans, La.; Dilyp from Northfield, Minn., and Monica from Olivet College. Roland Coleman and Victor Booher of St. Mary’s Lake were Thursday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Booher. Victor also spent Monday with his brother. Mr. and Mrs. John Rodriguez and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Zemke were in South Bend, Indiana Sunday to meet some friends from Hinkley, Illinois who they had met when they were in Hawaii. A disasterous fire late Saturday afternoon com­ pletely gutted the Isaacson home on West Third Street. There are three children in the family six months, three and nine years. Everything was lost, I understand, and they are staying with relatives. There was also a barn fire on Kinsel Hwy. last week. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Linstead spent Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Firster. A group left Vermontville Friday morning and enjoyed the Snow Train into Agawa Canyon, Soo, Canada, and the several events of Bon Soo Festival. Mrs. O’Connor of Hastings called on Mrs. Firster Tuesday forenoon. A group of snow lovers spent the weekend in Soo, Canada. It was Bon Soo Week. Saturday, 24 degrees, beautiful sunshine, squeeky snow, and piles ofsnow along the sides higher than a car. The group boarded the famous Algoma Central Snow Train and descended down into Agawa Canyon for the day. The whitest snow and the fantastic drifts were beautiful. Along the streets in the Soo were many huge ice car­ vings. First prize went to the Water Tower Motel. They carved a life-size horse pulling a wagon loaded with wine kegs (all ice). Our Continued next column Valcptipe ' Gifts from fije2Uart DON’T FORGET! THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14th! GIVE CANDY: Famous Brach's Heart Boxes !4’/z & 1 lb. * all at Discounted Prices! Valentine Party Candy - Big Variety - Bulk & Pkgd. GIVE A GIFT: New Spring Tops & Blouses • Ceramic Novelties • Jewelry & Watches. GIVE A CARD: Beautiful selection Forget-MeNot Cards by American Greetings • Packaged School Valentines - featuring "Garfield," "Care Bears," & "Get Along Gang". (7 Get it "all together" at Kelley's f Open Sunday 11 am - 4 pm Vermontville, 100-yearsof History, 1836 to 1936 Part II by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin The “Rules and Regulations of Union Colony” (as published in our first article) were drafted back in Vermont, and for­ mally signed there by 42 men. But a plan of operation was needed as well as a statement . of their aspirations to found a new community where religious education and social privileges were to be of first importance. This “code of laws” was also drawn up in Vermont this winter of 1835-1836 and we incorporate it here as their procedure carefully following its privisos. Code of Laws For the Colony. “The following votes and resolutions have been passed at the regular meetings of the colony and are binding upon its members: “1. VOTED, That a committee of two be ap­ pointed, whose duty it shall be to make enquiry con­ cerning the character of individuals who may wish to unite with the colony, and no person shall be admitted without the consent of this committee. (S.Cochrane and I. C. Culver were appointed a committee for this purpose. 2. VOTED, That three agents be appointed to go into the western country and select a suitable location for the use of the colony and purchase the same. (Col. J. B. Scovell of Orwell, Deacon S.S. Church of Sudbury, and Wm. G. Henry of Bennington were ap- Vermontville News, continued from col. 3 motel, Journey’s End, on Route 17, received third prize. They had a huge bed with a sleeping lumberjack whose feet stuck out from under a large plaid quilt. He was also wearing red and white socks. He also was wearing a big nightcap. Near us was a restaurant called Ham and Eggs. They had carved a huge pig and a big hen. The pig looked very real. After the carving is done, it is sprayed with an enamel paint. They use many colors. Next they spray it with boiling hot water. This freezes at once and gives the figures a very hard surface and a very smooth surface. This keeps the wind from chipping the ice away. They had many different ice statues and all were attractive. Everyone said they enjoyed the busy weekend. pointed a standing com­ mittee for this purpose). 3. VOTED, That we hereby authorize our agents to purchase for the use of the colony three miles square, or 5,760 acres, and as much more as they may have fund to purchase. Note: The whole township except Sec. 16 shows in our register’s office at Charlotte, that it was “taken up” from the government in 1836, many whole sections by the agents of the Union Colony, Josiah B. Scovell, Isaac C. Culver, W Morse and Wait J. Squier under the name, “J.B. Scovell and Co., others show the colonists names. 4. VOTED, That the land, when purchased, be laid out by the agents so as to conform as nearly as the location and other cir­ cumstances will permit to the schedule adopted by the colony. 5. VOTED, That no in­ dividual member of the colony shall be allowed to take more than one farm of 160 acres, and one village lot of 10 acres within the limits of the settlement. Note: The ‘tract-book’ in Charlotte certainly shows exceptions to this, for example, all of Sec„ 36 is in the name of Wait Squier. He undoubtedly bought out the interests of some colonists who failed to come. 6. VOTED, That the agents be authorized to take a duplicate or certificate of the purchased lands in the names of the committee for raising funds ;> and the said committee shall hold the said lands in their possession until the first Monday in October, 1836 at which time the land shall be distributed among the settlers, ac­ cording to some plan on which they may then agree; the village lots, however, may be taken up by the settlers when they first arrive, each taking his choice of the unoccupied lots. 7. VOTED, That each indivudal shall be obligated to settle for the lot which he takes by the first of October, 1837, and in case of delinquency in this respect both the village and the farm lot may be sold to some other person, in which case the purchase money shall be refunded by the agents of the colony, with interest from the time it was paid. 8. VOTED, That each of the settlers, when he unites with the colony, shall ad­ vance $212.50 for which he shall be entitled to a farm lot of 160 acres and a village lot of ten acres to be assigned to him according to the rules of the colony: and if any settler shall find himself unable to advance this sum, he may pay in $106.25, for which he shall be entitled to a farm lot of eighty acres, and one-half of a village lot; and in case no money is paid before the departure of the agents, those who are delinquent shall give a note to the committee for raising funds, payable on the 25th of June next (1836) with interest for the three months. 9. VOTED, That each settler, when he receives a deed of his village lot, shall give a note to the agents of the colony payable in two years from the first of September 1836, for the sum of $25, and this sum shall be appropriated toward defraying the expenses of building a meeting house for the use of the Colony. Note: The strong part religion played in their lives is thus clearly seen, as well as in the following. 10. VOTED, That an 80 acre lot be reserved for a parsonage, out of the purchase, to be selected by the agents. 11. VOTEd, That our agents keep a regular bill of their, necessary expenses, from the time they start until they have made a purchase and surveyed the village lots, and the colony pay onehalf said expenses. “We whose names—are hereto annexed, do hereby pledge ourselves that we will willingly conform to all the articles and votes of the Colony as contained above.” This was adopted March 28, 1836 at Castleton, VT. The names of these signers will appear next week. ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamd, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) CARPENTER WORK WANTED: remodeling, kitchens, drywall, siding, roofing, licensed, guaran­ teed work. 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WE HAVE EQUIPMENT TO THAW PIPES •New Construction*Service«Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-699 6 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Elaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens Mr M will vouch that bird watching is a favorite pastime of hundreds in Michigan since he’s sold more than 100-tons of wild bird feed in the past year at his Wild Birds Unlimited shop in Battle Creek. Mason, himself, feeds hundreds of birds per week at his home. He says the 125 to 200-birds that flock to his back yard each day enjoy the black oiled sunflower seed mixed with red and white millet and safflower seed he feeds them. Certain types of birds have their favorites with the woodpecker preferring soot and the various types of finch he sees each day liking thistle seed. Ben and his wife Thelma acquired an interest in birds several years ago, after realizing the contentment Ben’s mother Ethel still gets from watching the birds that come to dine out of the bird feeders he built for her. Since the Masons moved to Nashville from Vermontville last fall, Ben says he has doubled his efforts to feed the birds. “Since we got the store, we’ve gotten more in­ volved,” in wild birds, Ben said. He' fills the feeders every day and says: “It does cost but its cheaper than valium!” Ethel is quite knowledgeable about the types of birds she sees, and can identify them at a glance despite recent eye surgery. Of watching the birds that visit her feeders she says “You kill more time at it than you think you would.” “I think its what they call the second largest sport,” said Ben adding, “bird watching is considered a sport rather than a hobby.” Bird watching is undoubtedly a learning ex­ perience, as well as interesting. Ben has noticed that “each bird is different in its own way,” he said. Ben says the feeders draw well over 100-finch a day and “I’m sure at times there have been close to 200,” in his back yard which faces the Thornapple River in Nashville, he said. The birds usually feed in the early morning and late in the afternoon, with a few coming and going throughout the day. “Finch are here year round,” Ben said, while warmer weather brings the likes of cardinals, blue jays, robins and humming birds. A rare type for the area, the eastern bluebird, was spotted by Thelma in the Mason’s yard last week. Junkos are also a common sight on the property. Other frequent visitors at the Mason’s are the nuthatch, titmouse, song sparrows, wood sparrows, American sparrows, pine siskin, blue jays and mor­ ning doves. “Some orchard bluebirds have been here for the past 10-days,” said Ben noting that eight to five of them have come back for nesting. If robins can go where they would be protected from the wind and have enough food, they would stay around all year round, which is probably why there have been sightings of them lately, Mason said. The Wild Birds Unlimited store which the Masons manage is located at 552 Columbia St. in Battle Creek. Roughly one-third of the merchandise is various types of bird feeds, one-third is feeders and houses and one-third is gift items having anything to do with wild birds. “For instance, if you had a hankerchiefwith a bird on it, we probably sell one like it in our store,” Mason said. ® Love ^Those^alues m m JOHNSON’S BABY SHAMPOO BABY POWDER 14 OZ. 9 babv powder 11 OZ. 209 TODAY GAVISCON CONTRACEPTIVE SPONGE 3’S TABLETS 100’S OR LIQUID 12 OZ. 439 MENNEN SPEED STICK OEOOORANT REG.. How can one farm policy cover more risks and cost less? spice, inn MUSK OR LIME " 8 MW. speed stick REGULAR STRENGTH TABLETS 025 500 MG. TABLETS 60S I KER! 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Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5, 1985 — Page 8 Lions drop from first; lose to Olivet The Maple Valley Lions needed two league wins last week to keep them in first place in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. On Tuesday, they narrowly defeated Bellevue 65-64 but lost to Olivet on Friday, 58-56. Valley struggled against the Broncos Tuesday. Though they held the ad- vantage 32-28 at the half, the Lions couldn’t shake the pesky hosts. Bellevue’s Bob Moon and Scott McClelland combined for 41 points, keeping the contest close all night. Free throws again spelled trouble for the Lions. They hit 11 of 20 for the night and netted 27 field goals. Bellevue hit 6 of 10 from Lion volleyball team busy The Maple Valley volleyball teams have been having matches and at­ tending tournaments in January and February. Other than league games the teams have had matches with Leslie, Middleville and Charlotte. On Jan. 29 the varsity traveled to Battle Creek to the Cereal City Classic Tournament where over seventy teams from all over the state played in the largest tournament in the United States. The JV team did a fine job at the Delton invitational tournament Saturday. The team won third place in the first pool of games and then advanced to the play-offs where they finished fifth overall out of twelve teams. The varsity attends a tournament in Delton this Saturday, and their season climaxes with the S.M.A.A. meet at Pennfield Feb. 23. During these Saturday meets and tournaments the teams play from ten to twenty games starting at 8 a.m. and ending that evening. • NOTICE • Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on a 1958 GMC dump-scraper truck until 4 P.M., FEBRUARY 7, 1985. Phone 726-1429 The Village has the right to accept or re­ ject any or all bids. the line and scored 29 from the field. Jeff Hamilton and Gary Reid provided the scoring punch for Valley, hitting 25 nd 22 points respectively. Ryan Trowbridge added 9 points; Kurt Hartenburg, 3; Greg Lenz, 4; and Mike Siple, 2. The big showdown for the Lions came Friday night at Olivet. The Eagles were eager to avenge an earlier loss to Valley and succeeded in doing just that before in the packed, sweltering gym. The Eagles took first scoring honors in the first half, leading 30-24 at the half. The Lions fell behind by 13 points late in the third quarter before their tough defense caused Olivet trouble and allowed three straight Valley baskets. The game stood at 46-37 going into the final period. The free-throw line became the Lions’ enemy in the final 8 minutes. The Eagles hit 8 of their 12 fourth quarter points at the charity stripe. The Lions netted 17 points but fell shy at the buzzer 58-56. Valley showed balanced scoring. Jeff Hamilton netted 11 points; Gary Reid, 9; Greg Lenz, 10; Kurt Hartenburg, 8; Ryan Trowbridge, 7; Mike Siple, 7; Shan Ferrier, 4. Ryan Trowbridge grabbed 11 rebounds. Valley scored on 22 field goals and hit 12 of 21 free throws. Olivet had 20 field goals and was 18 of 37 at the charity stripe. The Lions meet non-league foe Potterville on Tuesday and travel to Springfield on Friday for a league contest. Freshmen basketball squad defeats Bellevue and Olivet In last week’s basketball action, the freshmen team defeated Bellevue 73-60 and Olivet 52-46. On Tuesday, 12 Out of 15 players on the team scored points for the Lions. In double figures for the team was Richard Meade with a career high 14 points. Richard also pulled down a team high 10 rebounds. Putting points on the board for the team were Bill Brenton, 10; Scott Lenz, 9; REGISTRATION NOTICE — FOR — VILLAGE ELECTION Monday, March 11,1985 To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Nashville (Precinct No. 1) County of Barry, State of Michigan Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the "Michigan Election Law", I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for regiistration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE February 11,1985 — Last Day DURING REGULAR OFFICE HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N.. Main, a an, Nashville asv e For the purposes of REVIEWING the REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. In addition to the election off candidates for various offices, the following proposition(s) (iff any) will be voted on: (3) 2 Year Term Trustees SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk Brock DeGroot, 8; Brian Stahl, 6; Dan Siple, 5; and Dan Murphy, Lance Root, Richie Varney, and David Markland, all with 4 points. In the Olivet game, a majority of the scoring was done by four players. They were: Scott Lenz, 15; Buck DeGroot, 14; Jim Venton, 9; and Jeff Fisher, 7. Jim Venton grabbed a team high 12 rebounds for the game. With three minutes to go in the game, the Lions were down by four points. A three point play by Scot Lenz and two baskets by Jim Venton secured the victory for the Lions. On the season so far, the team has a 8 win, 3 loss record. They are averaging 55.5 points per game and allowing their opponents 54.6 points per game. They have shown very good im­ provement from the start of the year in winning 7 out of their last 8 games. They have four home games and two away games remaining for the year. Many of the games left are with some very fine teams and will prove to be a real test for the team. CARD OF THANKS We the family of Margaret Engel wish, to express our thanks and appreciation to the many relatives, friends, and neighbors for the cards of sympathy, prayers, let­ ters, flowers, food and donations to the Putnam Public Library on the event of our loved ones passing. Our thanks to the Nash­ ville Ambulance Squad for the fine service they provide, also to Dr. McAlvey, Dr. Schirmer and the entire ER staff for all their help. A special thanks for Rev. Voyles and'tp^v. Sherman for their prayers and comfort in our time of need. Thanks also to Vogt Funeral Home for their service. Richard Engel Kevin Engel Claude & Chris Norton Rob and Travis Michael Partridge Gayle Partridge Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS Sports Maple Valley wrestlers top Pennfield, now 9-1 The Maple Valley wrestling team scored a big victory Thursday night over Pennfield to end its league duel season as undefeated. The team’s overall record is 9-1. The season started with a 37-28 win over Lakewood. Tom O’Brien, Ken Trumble, Scott Joostberns, Dean Stewart, Robert Browne, Sherman Reid, and Pat Resseguie all won for the Lions. Next, Olivet fell to MV 60-9. Lance Brumm, Trumble, Andrew Finkler, Scott Carpenter, Joostberns, Stewart, John Forell, Browne, Reid, Jeff Cam­ peau, and Resseguie won. In the team’s only defeat, Delton handled the Lions 44­ 27. Trumble, Carpenter, Jay O’Brien, Scott Villanueva and Resseguie won. Ken Trumble defeated Glen Hayward for his only defeat of the season thus far. Bellevue was the next Lion victim, 45-24. Trumble, Finkler, Dean Hale, O’Brien, Stewart, Forell, Villanueva, and Resseguie were winners. Lakewood fell again to Valley 51-20. Brumm, Trumble, Carpenter, O’Brien, Stewart, Forell, Browne, Villanueva, and Resseguie all increased their win totals. The Rams of Springfield were defeated 55-18. Trumble, Finkler, Hale, Carpenter, O’Brien, Stewart, Forell, Browne, Villanueva, and Resseguie won. A tough Class B Portland Raider team visited Maple Valley and were beaten 3528. Brumm, Trumble, Finkler, Hale, Browne, Villanueva, and Resseguie all sealed the victory. Rated in Class D, Pot­ terville lost 48-19. Brumm, Meade, Trumble, Lane Brumm, Stewart, Foriell, Browne, Reid, and Resseguie led the Lions to victory. Previously undefeated Bronson came to up-end the Lions, but were surprised 36-25. In the key league victory for Maple Valley, Trumble, Brumm, Stewart, Forell, Browne, Hess, and Resseguie all won. This Thursday, the Lions traveled to always tough Pennfield and came up with their most outstanding team effort to win the first half of the league title. Pennfield dropped a 45-18 match to the Lions. Meade, Trumble, Finkler, Brumm, Stewart, Forell, Hess, Villanueva, and Resseguie were the winners for the team. Ken Trumble and Pat Resseguie revenged to previous losses in this exciting duel. In tournament competition, the Lions placed fifth at Pennfield. Jay O’Brien, Resseguie and Trumble finished second, Andrew Finkler captured a third with sleeper Browne and Joostberns finished fourth. At the Portland tourney, the Lions finished sixth. Forell and Villanueva finished second followed by thirds from Reeseguie and Trumble and a fourth by O’Brien. At a stormy Union City tournament, Trumble, Villanueva, and Resseguie were champions. Lane Brumm finished second and Carpenter and Stewart captured fourths. Un­ fortunately, the Lions have never had their starting line­ up ready for a tournament. Hopefully, they will stay healthy enough to field their starting team for the im­ portant league tournament. ACTION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne - Offering painting classes, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m, painting wooden hens, geese, barns, hearts and many more, $4 a class plus supplies. Call 852-9112 Nash­ ville. (2-26) NOTICE Village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids on a 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury until 4 P.M. FEBRUARY 5, 1985. Phone 726-1429 The Village has the right to accept or re­ ject any or all bids. NOTICE Castleton Township Taxpayers I will collect taxes at my home Monday thru Friday, 10 am to 1 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 3 pm; and evenings by appointment, 852-9863. Personal property tax is due by February 15. MAIL TO: Castleton Township Treasu rer Loretta M. Pixley 9180 Thornapple Lake Rd. Nashville, Michigan 49073 �I he Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. February 5. 1985 — Page 9 Nashville couple starts word processing, video taping firm MW JsSA? SA? VbSShS isbtfs sbtfs JsisS sisS pS wS &s: ’’iiftj S’^ ^aJ II Mt Mt 11111 11111 to to *SSjnJJ S«V 11 ■ totom ^CiWmiS n h “ *1 »W !«ii & tost wWsw^. •» sSPrki Missis ttliglt s^takki tttaJ- iffiiate , Mt rite. raiM g DM mtai to *1 John and Amy Boughton of special anniversary Nashville have registered celebration, evidence in a the name “Creative Com­ legal battle, a sales munications” and have presentation, instructional announced their entry into tape or the recording of a the relatively new field of speech made at a conword processing and video vention.” production. The Boughton’s first exThe Boughtons, former posure to video production publishers of the Maple came when they were living Valley News in Nashville, in Oklahoma four years ago. will be doing business out of They met a man there who their home. was holding cattle auctions John said the services by video tape. being offered reflect the Boughton explained, “This trend of modern small man would go around to business seeking to take ranches in Texas and advantage of the new Oklahoma and tape 15 or 20 electronic techniques in minutes of the rancher with recording and preserving a group of cattle he wanted important documentation. to auction. The rancher “Not every business or would tell about the cattle, individual wants to get into this for himself,” he said. “We hope to offer a service to those who do not have enough work of this type to Two seminars will be justify buying equipment but offered by Maple Valley who do have a need.” Community The newly-formed Lakewood Creative Communications Education this month. This first one is on Home will produce individualized Security and Operation documents, letters, manuscripts, and address tables, - edited and custom designed. Video production is the other part of the ser­ vice offered by the company. Video taping of weddings, sales meetings, and High School completion presentations, training tapes and household inventories and vocational skills class are just a few of the ap­ offered by Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community plications of this service. “The applications of video Education begins this week. Classes that are' required is almost unlimited,” for a high school diploma, Boughton pointed out. as Government, He cited acceptance of the such medium by courts in almost English, Math and History are offered in the daytime at every state. “Video testimony is becoming the Mead-O-Acres Com­ munity Center Building on common in court trials,” Thornapple Lake Rd., and in explained Boughton, “Recently video testimony the evening at Maple Valley High School. by a woman who had been Other classes such as dead for over ayear was wookshop, office procedures presented in a liability case, and courts are accepting the idea of video testimony from children in abuse cases. “We are not doing Hollywood-type productions, he said. “What we are at­ Timothy K. Ramey tempting to do is to record Pfc. Timothy K. Ramey, and preserve a memory, whether it be a wedding, a son of Kermit J. and Linda ’®T« « NOTICE ' Monday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension Service Office, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, is a meeting for everyone interested in learning more about high adventure, outdoor activities. Identificaton and will be held Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. (This was to be held in January, but was cancelled due to weather). Sgt. Rick Wahl of the Eaton County School completion vocational classes begin this week and Machine Operations, typing, accounting, auto mechanics and computer classes are offered in the evening. You may enroll by calling the Community Education office in the high school at 852-9275 or you may stop in. Office hours are from 1 to 9:45 p.m. this week. Classes are free to those Who do not have a high school diploma or graduates under. 20. Others may take the classes for a small fee. McCalls® 9452 Satin and lace trims Also... Newest Fashion looks for Spring in stripes, prints, textures and plaids. Sheriff Dept. Crime Prevention Unit will present a cost effective approach to protecting ourselves and our property. The second seminar on Drug Awareness will be held Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 7 p.m. Sgt. Smith and Sheriff Dave Woods of the Barry County Sheriff Dept, will show an excellent film on drug awareness. Discussion will follow. There is no preregistration fer these seminars. Everyone is welcome to attend. There is no charge. OPEN: Mon - Sat 9-5:30 Fri till 7 pm 218 E. State Street in Hastings Phone...945-9673 Buy these systems where you can actually see and try them and get actual “hands on experience BEFORE you buy! We have fully operational systems in our showroom.” 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A COM T-l Receiver Serving Our Country Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy j^WOT F. Ramey of 148 E. First St., Vermontville, was involved in a NATO- sponsored exercise by participating in the Army’s return of forces to Germany (REFORGER) 1985. The exercise was designed to develop uniformity of doctrine, standardize procedures for rapid response to a crisis and demonstrate solidarity in commitment to NATO goals and objectives. Ramey is a combat engineer with the 4th In­ fantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo. He is a 1983 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. William M. Wilbur William M. Wilbur, son of Sherry Wilbur of 7015 Hall Road, Bellevue, and James Wilbur of Otsego, has been promoted iti the U.S. Air Force to the rank of airman first class. Wilbur is a vehicle mechanic at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base, with the 410th Transportation Squadron. He is a 1982 graduate of Bellevue Community High School. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM ^ELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates. (tfn> The 4-H Eaton County Outdoor Club activities in­ clude rock climbing, canoeing, backpacking, winter camping, wilderness survival, and more! Call Shawn Smith at 371-5024, for more information. DESIGN YOUR OWN EXCLUSIVE WEDDING GOWN FROM McCALLS! Two seminars slated this month ?J !XS< sliilwt * their blood-lines, the-life documents of ac­ background, etc., and it cident-injured persons. would all be taped. Then When asked if the new when this fellow had several electronic equipment was groups of cattle taped, he difficult for him to master, would go to Omaha, hire an he answered, “It does tend to auctioneer, show the tapes to intimidate someone who is prospective buyers and retirement age, but you can auction them off. This saved teach an old dog new tricks. the expense of moving the “Writing,” he added, “is animals for the auction and the same no matter what they were in better condition type of machine is used. I for the buyer. The man have been in photography for would then take his tape to years and video is just a new Chicago or some other phase of photography.” market where the process An experienced was repeated.” newspaperman and Also while in Oklahoma, photographer, Boughton said Boughton became he brings to his new venture acquainted with “a knack for telling a story, videographers who were good humor as well as a doing legal taping of sharp “eye” for a picture.” depositions, wills and day-in- 4-H Eaton County outdoor club includes high adventure What the system will do: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Mo­ vies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural pro­ gramming, other TV sta­ tions and much more! Financing Available NO MONEY DOWN To Qualified Buyers We have two set-up crews to install our systems and repair the systems sold by others. State of the Art Equipment Invest in the Best! ★ COMPETITIVE PRICES ★ FULL WARRANTY We now carry “Orbit Satellite TV Guides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified INSTALLATION • SALES • SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County” Visit our facilities ... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant Phone... 945-3517 OPEN: AAon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 - 9 p.m.; Sat., 9 - 5 p.m. �The Maple Volley NEws, Nashville, Tuesday, February 5. 1985 — Page 10 On the Road” Continued from page 1 “Your grandfather probably wore one of these while courting your grandmother in a row boat while floating down the river and playing the ukulele,” he said. Besides Dimmers, on hand to greet Evans were Caroline’s husband, Dave, and store employee Susan Butler, as well as some customers of the store and curious onlookers, hoping for an autograph from the Michigan road rover. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller St. Monday, Feb. 11 1st. Grade Parent’s Week Tacos, Lettuce and cheese, sweet potatoes, pears, peanut butter sandwich. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Susan Butler goes about her job of waiting on cus­ tomers in the store that provides a chance for people to step into the past once they walk through the doors. THIRD ANNUAL Hot beef sandwich, or cold plate (meat, egg, cheese, crackers, celery, carrot sticks, pickles), peas, peaches, monthly birthday cake. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Hotdogs or taco flavored dogs, french fries, baked beans. Thursday, Feb. 14 WOMEN’S TRADE SHOW Pizza, corn, applesauce, cookie. ATTENTION ALL WOMEN: Do you own your Fish, tarter sauce, tritators, green beans, butter sandwich. Friday, Feb. 15 business? Are you a partner? If so, you will want to have a booth in this annual trade show. Maple Valley Jr. - Sr. High Monday, Feb. 11 Fill out and mail the form below, or call for further information: Ruth Hughes at 852-1978 or Marge Maynard at 721 -8826. Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, tri-taters, green beans, applesauce. The show will be MARCH 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Community Building in Hastings. Cost is $30.00 for full booth, $20.00 for half booth. Make checks pay­ able to Hastings Business and Profes­ sional Women's Club. Baked chicken, mashed potatoes and butter, peas, cherry crisp, bread and butter sandwiches. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Wednesday, Feb. 13 Fishwich, tarter sauce, cole slaw, apple or orange. Thursday, Feb. 14 Spaghetti, green beans, pears, roll and butter. NAME Friday, Feb. 15 BUSINESS Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, corn, peaches. ADDRESS ACTION-ADS CITY ... Marge Maynard LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) mail to 9548 BEDFORD ROAD, DOWLING, MICHIGAN 49050 Sponsored by Hastings B.P.W. Mater’s RAPID OIL &, TIRE 7 CA*-— & spe All-Season Ste,el Radials ■***« OnR.A7*d* D.1 / *41.95 lube oil filter Includes up to 5 qts. major brand oil, l lubrication of front end. Check air presure and all fluid level. U463 NEW and USED TIRES ALL-SEASON STEEL RADIALS 155-80R-13 ..... *35.00 215-75R-14 ..... *45.20 215-75R-15 ..... *46.40 225-75R-15 ..... *50.50 235-75R-15 ... *50.65 POLY SNOWS 215-D-15.......... *38.90 235-D-15......... *44.55 — FREE MOUNTING — 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE Channel 8's Dick Evans chats with Dave Dimmers in the Thornapple General Store. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) NEW BATTERIES *36*5 EXTERIOR HAND CAR WASH. Mon. - Fri. Cars: $5°° Trucks: EATRAN seeking advisory board members The Local Advisory Council of EATRAN is seeing interested citizens to fill a vacancy. The eight-member Council is composed of area residents who review EATRAN’s operation and advise the administration and authority board in relation to service level, routing and fare structure. At the Jan. 23 meeting Eldon Garlock of Grand Ledge was elected chairNashviile Scouts start cookie sales, Friday There have been several questions as to the sale of Girl Scout cookies, ac­ cording to Ann Taylor. Nashville happens to be in an area that neighbors two other councils whose selling date proceedes Glowing Embers Council, she said. Scouts in Nashville will be selling cookies..starting Friday, Feb. 8. they will be selling seven different varieties of cookies at $1.75 per box. The Scouts of Nash­ ville appreciate the support of the community, said Mrs. Taylor. person and Al Boyd of Delta was elected vice-chairman. Other1 current advisory council members include: Steve Tuma, Grand Ledge; Patty LaVolette, Charlotte; Jean Kline and Gary Goward, Eaton Rapids; and Gail Williams of Olivet. Howard Penrod of Charlotte serves as authority board liason to the council. Recently the advisory council haS worked on passenger satisfaction surveys, employee incentive policies and a review of personnel policies. The council has sponsored public forums in several Eaton County communities to seek citizen input in relation to the public transportation ser­ vice. A future project in­ volves the possible building of bus shelters in various locations within the County. Anyone interested in council membership should contact Debra Williamson at the EATRAN office, (517) 543-4087 or (517) 371-3359. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumpsl^, GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 g WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 $7°° OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jeff Kennedy, Manager; John Mater, Owner Can . 852-1948 When you need results... Give our want-ad department a call, turn unwanted items into cash! Clean out your garage or basement. You'll get action with a want-ad. CALL... 945-9554 TODAY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. February 5, 1985 — Page 11 EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, Feb. 6 - 7 p.m., 4-H Livestock Trivia, 4-H Bldg., auditorium, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Wednesday, Feb. 6-7:30 p.m., 4-H Dairy meeting and judging session, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Wednesday, Feb. 6 - 9 a.m. - 3:45 p.m., Corn Growers Assoc. Annual Meeting, Longs Convention Center, Lansing. Feb. 7 - April 25 - 1-5 p.m., Master Gardener Program, Lansing. Pre-registration required. Saturday, Feb. 9 -10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Monday, Feb. ll - 8 p.m., Buying or Leasing Ag Machinery, Lakewood. Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7:30 p.m., Buying or Leasing Ag Machinery, Vo-Ag Room, Charlotte High School. Tuesday, Feb. 12 - 7 p.m. “Side Effects of Medicine”, Eaton Intermediate School cafeteria, Charlotte. Tuesday, Feb. 12-7 p.m., 4-H Rodeo Club, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Feb. 12-7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wednesday, Feb. 13 - 7 p.m., 4-H County Teen Group and Colorado Exchange Trip meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Wednesday, Feb. 13 - 7p.m., “Is There a Computer in Your Life”, Dimondale Elementary, Dimondale. Feb. 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 - Grain Marketing Seminar, Union, MSU. Thursday, Feb. 14 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. February 15-16 - 4-H Teen Horse Conference No. 1, Kettunen Center. February 16-17 - 4-H Teen Horse Conference No. 2, Kettunen Center. Saturday, Feb. 16 - 9 a.m., 4-H Rodeo Clinic, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Monday, Feb. 18 - 7 p.m., 4-H Softball Committee meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Monday, Feb. 18 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, Shopping Guide office, Charlotte. Monday, Feb. 18 - 8 p.m., Micro Computer in Crops Production, Lakewood High School. Tuesday, Feb. 19-7:30 p.m., Beef Cow-Calf Update, Vo-Ag Room, Lakewood High School. Thursday, Feb. 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H Family Roller Skating, Adam’s Skating Center, Charlotte. Thursday, Feb. 21 - 8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, location to be announced. Thursday, Feb. 21 - Western Michigan No-Till Day, Western University: Thursday, Feb. 21 -10 a.m - 3 p.m., New Economic Realities for Dairy Farmers, Jackson. Feb. 21-23 - Michigan Pork Congress, Battle Creek. PTO reschedules Duo Portraits jsas liiffl I Mm pnd(talk t miiswti' ph# te train a J? lie d Gry jtit rtd irt iQrift i ft j liyit ii"9" The Nashville P.T.O. and the National School Studios rescheduled the duo portrait day due to the cancellation of school recently. Pictures will be taken Tuesday, Feb. 19 at Fuller and Kellogg School. The photographers will be ready to take pictures at 8 a.m. If any junior or senior high student would like to have a duo portrait taken they may do so before school at Kellogg. The photographs are open to the community with no obligation tp buy if you are not pleased when the pictures are returned. The besttime for preschoolers and other community members is from 11-11:30 a.m. at Kellogg School. The P.T.O. is encouraging students and the community to help with donations of Campbell Soup labels. Brochure tells how to protest tax assessments The Michigan Consumers Council is again reminding Michigan property owners that they can protest their property tax assessments. To assist consumers, the council has available a brochure outlining how to review property tax assessments, what to look for in determining the ac­ curacy of the assessments, and how to proceed through an appeal process. The pamphlet is one of the most popular information items published by the council this time of year as property owners receive their tax assessment notices. While many consumers feel that their tax assessments are unfairly high, many are reluctant to “fight city hall” because , they feel it’s hopeless. “Many assessment changes simply reflect inflation in the housing market,” according to Consumers Council Director Kent S. Wilcox. “However, errors are made frequently. These can range from in­ correctly computing the tax to an actual error in judging the property’s value. The first thing consumers need to do is check the ap­ praisal records in the assessor’s office for ac­ curacy,” said Wilcox. “It’s possible that the appraisal may have been based on assumptions that are simply incorrect, such as stating that the house has a finished basement or fireplace when it doesn’t. The appraisal may have also missed defects that might tend to reduce the house's value such as settling or shifting on the foundation.” The council advised discussing any errors with the assessor first. Some assessors may be willing to adjust the appraisal, saving the consumer and themselves the nuisance of a formal protest. If the con­ sumer finds it necessary to proceed with a protest, the brochure outlines in­ formation that may be useful in documenting a case before the local Board of Review. The importance of deadlines is also stressed as each township and city has a functioning Board of Review that meets sometime bet­ ween the first week in March and the first week in April. If the protest isn’t filed by the meeting date, a consumer will have missed the chance to change the assessment. Free copies of “How To Review And Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment” are available by writing or calling the Michigan Con­ sumers Council, 414 Hollister Building, 106 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, MI 48933; telephone 517-373-0947 (TDD for the hearing impaired only, 517-373-0701). Copies are also available in large print for the visually im­ paired. TO VISIT OUR Girl Scouts father-daughter potluck Girl Scouts in Hastings, Nashville and Woodland are looking forward to the rescheduled FatherDaughter Potluck. The event is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 11 from 6-8 p.m., at the V.F.W. in Nash­ ville. Scouts are asked to bring a dish to pass (made with their Dad, if possible), and their own table service Beverage will be furnished. The cost is fifty cents per person. \ Troops are busy making Valentine decorations for the dinner. There will be a short presentation on sustaining membership, followed by an entertaining program by Dave Storms. Athletic Boosters sponsor family photos M.V. Atheletic Boosters are sponsoring family portraits. The cost is $5 for a color 8x10. Each $5 received will go towards the support of athletes. All coupons and money must be turned in by Friday, Feb. 8. The portraits will be taken Wednesday Feb. 27, from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28 from 5-8 p.m., and Saturday March 2 from 9 a.m.-l p.m. Modern Photographies will be at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High auditorium these dates. Appointments can be made for picture taking by calling 726-0366. Still chance to have photo taken in Vermontville Fire Dept, fundraiser If you have not par­ ticipated in the Vermontville Fire Department fundraiser, you will have one last op­ portunity to have your picture taken on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at the Fire Barn. “We urge everyone to take advantage of their cer­ tificates either themselves or by allowing someone else to use it. The certificates are transferable. If you do not have a certificate and wish to purchase one, they will be available at the Fire Barn at picture time,” said a spokesperson. Thus far, the project has been a success with proceeds designated for new equipment. The department appreciates your generosity and support. Girl Scout dinner planned The Neighborhood Five Girl Scout Father-Daughter Potluck has been rescheduled to Monday, Feb. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Nashville. BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding . . . a day that she will hold dear all through their lives together. We invite you to stop in and start with the finest in . . . Wedding Stationery Choose from our selection of.. WEDDING INVITATIONS WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS THANK-YOU CARDS i RECEPTION CARDS ( NAPKINS WEDDING MATCHES L i ACCESSORIES 1 ATTENDANTS GIFTS SAMPLE BOOKS MAY BE TAKEN OUT OVERNIGHT FOR YOUR SELECTION AT YOUR CONVENIENCE £ *1^^ nninocr 74c US! InHei!. Knbip. Hictapi 490S4 PHONE945-9SS4 (Areo Code 6IS) and Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Hearing Tests Set For Senior Citizens Free Electronic Hearing test will be given at the Maple Grove Community Bldg., 721 Durkee Rd., Thursday, February 7, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Factory trained hearing aid specialists will be at location listed below to perform the test. Anyone who has trouble hearing or understanding speech clearly is welcome to have a test using our modern elect­ ronic equipment to determine if his loss is one which may be helped. Diagrams showing how the ear works and some of the causes of hearing loss will be available. Everyone should have a hearing test at least once a year if there is any trouble at all hearing clearly. Even people now wearing a hearing aid or those who have been told nothing could be done for them should have a hearing test and find out about the current methods of hearing correction. The free hearing test will be given at the Maple Grove Com­ munity Bldg., 721 Durkee Rd., Thursday, February 7, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you cannot make the tests on the sched­ uled day, call my new office location at 614 Capital N.E., Battle Creek, Ml 965-3305, for an in-home appointment. BELTONE HEARING AID SERVICE PARTICIPATES IN THE BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN HEARING AID PROGRAM ... WE ACCEPT MEDICAID WHEN ELIGIBLE. All HEARING AIDS FITTED ON 30 DAY RETURN PRIVILEGE �More, More Savings! SPECIAL TRIM - LEAN BONELESS Pork Butt Roast Pork Steak . $1A29 BREADED PORK CUTTLETS $ 139 . 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SPARTAN Sunkist Seedless Havel Oranges ma 29* WITH COUPON UMIT 1 WITH $10D0 PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER UMIT 1 WITH $1000 PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER WINE 8r TOBACCO ITEMS COUPON EXPIRES SATURDAY. FEBRUARY 9.1985. WINE ar TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EXPIRES SATURDAY. Your Shoppers Review Store FEBRUARY 9. 1965. Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-02-12.pdf 54b38209c567c4dce5b35339bd87e784 PDF Text Text BULK PAI E I « . « « ui 1H21 S ui Ha st^S3’ paid U.S. POSTAGE Hastings. Michigan S^*058 S^*058 49058 oERMH NO. 1 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 31 — Tuesday. February 12. 1985 Two AILV. students selected for all-state Lions Club Band By Shelly Sulser Two Maple Valley High School band students will be a part of the Michigan All­ State Lions Club band that will be performing at the annual Lions Club International Convention in Dallas, Texas this summer. Junior Jeff Sleeper, a sixth year tenor saxaphone player and freshman Sheri Forell, a coronet player for five years and a baton twirler, will spend the eight-day trip performing with the 170piece band at various times and places during the June convention. The biggest performance they will give is when they march in the Lions International parade in Dallas, along with bands from other states. Sheri is one of two twirlers in the state to be chosen to perform with the Lions’ band, after auditioning at St. Johns High School on January 12. Being the best tenor saxaphone player to try out for the band, Jeff will have the honor of being the first chair or leader for the tenor saxaphone section. According to Bill Mason, the local Lions Club coor- dinator for the event, the two Vermontville musicians are “ practically the cream of the crop. I’m just as proud of those two kids as I can get,” he said. Mason also commented that this is the first time that any local students have ever auditioned for the band. Since the trip itself Will cost each student $600, Mason would like to generate funds from local businesses and organizations to help pay for it. Anyone willing to con­ tribute should contact Mason at 726-0286. Before actually making the trip, Jeff and Sheri will spend four days at St. Johns High School where the band will rehearse their music for the convention. A per­ formance at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is planned for May 10. After making the trip to Dallas by bus, the band is scheduled to march in the parade, per­ form various concerts at Veterans Memorial Hospitals and burn units and will spend a day of per­ formance and fun at the Six Flags recreational park. Sheri, 14, first began baton twirling lessons at Fuller School four years ago, and later became a part of the New Olympian Show Team a a based at the Wyoming Community Education Center in Grand Rapids. In the past two years, Sheri has performed with the team of twirlers, gymnasts, magicians and other per­ formers in the Netherlands and in Spain. . Of her adventures over­ seas, which included tours of several European villages, Sheri said, “I loved it.” Regarding her plans for after high school, Sheri has not made any definite decisions. Jeff, 17, first began music lessons while a sixth grader at Maplewood school and has participated in various, solo BAND, cont. on page 3 Sheri Forell and Jeff Sleeper will be a part of the Lions Club All State Band that will perform at the an­ nual Lions Club International Convention to be held in Dallas, Texas during the second week in June. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Polly Cook named Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen 1985 By Elaine Gilbert The young lady selected to reign over the 1985 Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Festival has been involved in every phase of syrup production — from washing the buckets that hang on the trees to tasting the sweet product. The new queen is Polly Ann Cook who has helped make maple syrup every year since she was a toddler. “Ever since I can remember I have in some way been involved,” said Polly who is the daughter of Dan and Margaret Cook. Polly gained all of her onthe-job knowledge by helping her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Reinhart Zemke, at The new Vermontville Syrup Queen, Polly Cook, receives congratulations from her grandfather, Reinhart Zemke, a longtime former syrup producer. their sugar bush. Polly, a junior at Maple Valley High School, was selected Monday night as Vermontville’s new queen in the annual contest held at the Congregational Church. Amy Laverty, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell P. Laverty of N. Ionia Rd., was the runner-up who will serve as the queen’s alternate. Serving on the royal court will be Ann Hummel, daughter of Donald and Joyce Hummel; Connie Kane, daughter of Larry and Shirley Kane; Deborah Exelby, daughter of Paul and Shirley Exelby; and Michele Evans, daughter of Daniel and Vicki House. Queen Polly is a member Continued on page 14- Polly Cook (front, right) will reign as Vermontville's 1985 Maple Syrup Queen. Next to her is Amy Laverty who was selected alternate queen. Memers of the court are (back row, from left) Michele Evans, Ann Hummel, Deborah Exelby, and Connie Kane. Ml * " J J . 121.S. CHURCH STREET Hustings, Michigan 49058 �The Mopl* Valley Newt. Nothville Tuetdoy. February 12. 1985 — Page 2 Maple Valley Lions Jr. Sr. High School 'honor roll' rena a c, aron Walker, Stephanie Whip more. 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Jamie Appelman, Kelly Bachelder, James Bryan, Bob Carl, Heather Christie, Matt Coleman, Stacy Conroy, Cassie Davidson, Jackie Erwin, Jordan Ferrier, Angie Filter, Dale Garrett, Ann Graham, Connie Kane, Carol Lumis, Amy Laverty, Beth McArthur, Brandon McCullin, Kerry Nickel, Jiol Peake, Brett Ramey, Richard Rozell, Nathan Shogren, Mike Siple, Jeff Sleeper, Marty Smith, Mike Smith, Scott Venton, Kevin Wetzel. 12TH GRADE AH A’s - Robert Adkins, Lindy Hoffman, Gina Leh­ man, Dan Lykins, Duska Morawski, Dean Stewart Chris Antcliff, Jess Bahs, Valerie Bell, Jim Benit, Chris Benjamin, Kim Best, Marcia Bishop, Mike Brewer, Heather Brown, Tracy Carpenter, Vickie Clements, Dawn Cogswell, Doug Coleman, Doreen Cook, Sarah Curtis, Audrey Dumont, Lori Ebersole, Shan Ferrier, Dean Hale, Jeff Hamilton, Dawn Hampton, Ines Hands, Kurt Hartenburg, Kristie Hosey, Kristy Landes, Dan Levering, Karen Long, Yumiko Maejima, Kim Mahan, Julius Maurer, Jay O’Brien, Craig Ostergren, Dawn Pixley, Robin Rathburn, Gary Reid, Kim Roush, Deanna Shank, Patty Sprague, Sheila Staskus, Terralynn Trine, Ryan Trowbridge, Rana Trowbridge, Ken Trumble, Mark Valdick, Stephanie Walliczek, Mark Weiler, Bret Wetzel, Lynnette Williams, Dione Wolf. Kellogg students celebrate February Mrs. Briggs’ sixth grade students also helped to decorate their school's walls by making festive looking "Valentine Varmints,” animals with heart-shaped heads and bodies. Pauline Bollinger,' Jason Royal, Trevor McManamey and Debra Morgan are a few of the decorators. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Registration open for High School completion classes, begin soon There is still time to enroll in the Maple Valley­ Lakewood Adult Educaton high school completion classes. Classes are offered in the daytime and evening. Those classes are required for a high school diploma as well as vocational skills classes are offered. For further information call the Adult Education office at 852-9275. Students in Miss Polanski's class at Kellogg school in Nashville made woven silhouettes of valentines, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln to decorate their hallway in celebration of the month of February. Billy Braur, Shannon Bosworth and Andrea Gardner show their handiwork. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, NashviJIe CHURCH MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville East of M-66, 5 miles Church School ..11 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m.Sunday School .. 10 a.m. (’/» mile south of Nashville) .. Sunday: Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m.Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Church Worship. 11 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service......7 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study ........ 8 p.m. Worship. AWANA..... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PASTOR PAUL L. BOGER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZAREHE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday: A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m Worship............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES Assistant... Dan Smith 304 Phillips St., Nashville 803 Reed St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. .. ervce....... p.m A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Evening Worship .6p.m. Wednesday Evening: Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe at 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. LEON POHL REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd.. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship .. 11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. February 12, 1985 — Page 3 Master's Touch to perform in Vermontville Fire Dept, offers last The Master’s Touch, a male quartet from Grand Rapids Baptist College and Seminary, will sing at Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N. Main St., at 7 p.m. on Feb. 17. Their program will include such arrangements as “Touch of the Master’s Hand”, “Near to the Heart of God”, “Ride the Chariot”, and other favorite inspirational quartet numbers, some accompanied by violin. Mr. Bill Katip, director of student affairs for the school; travels with the quartet as speaker and leader. The quartet includes John Fout, tenor; Walter Matzke, lead; Ronald Underwood, chance for photos baritone; Keith Tuttle, bass; and Greg Booth, ac­ companist. The quartet appears in conferences, rallies, schools, banquets, and churches in the Midwest. Grand Rapids Baptist College and Seminary offers Christian liberal arts and professional curricula on a 134-acre campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Its fully accredited programs prepare students for a number of vocations in Christian ministries, social work, elementary and secondary education, and business, among others. The program is free, but a freewill offering will be taken. If you have not par­ ticipated in the Vermontville Fire Department fundraiser, you will have one last op­ portunity to have your picture taken on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 3 to 8 p.m. at the Fire Barn. “We urge everyone to take advantage of their cer­ tificates either themselves or by allowing someone else to use it. The certificates are Give Yourself or the Entire Family... Vermontville Firemen’s annual dance planned for Feb. 23 For the 63rd time, members of the Ver­ montville Fire Department are ready to put on their dancing shoes and are in­ viting the public to do the same by attending their upcoming annual dance. The dance will be held from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23 at the Vermontville fire barn. Crossfire, an area band, will provide the music. Proceeds from the 63rd annual dance will be used to purchase new equipment for BAND, from page 1 and ensemble contests. Most recently, Jeff earned a first place as a sohomore, for his first division saxaphone solo. After high school, Jeff would like to attend Michigan State University and major in music. The Lions Club has clubs located in 153 countries. Any Lions Club member may attend the Texas convention. During the course of the trip to Dallas, the Lions Club All State Band will stop in Missouri, Louisville, Ken­ tucky, and Oklahoma to perform. the fire and ambulance departments. Admission is $10 per couple or $5 per single. There will be a drawing for prizes and a door prize will be awarded. Free popcorn will be served. Tickets will be available at the door or may be pur­ chased in advance at Ken’s Standard station or from any member of the Vermontville fire and ambulance departments. “We hope everybody will come and have a good time and help purchase purchase new equipment,” said Shirley Harmon. Cake contest open to area cooks Homemade Cake Com­ petition - open to any adult or youth. First Place Grand Prize Gold Medal, a $25 gift certificate; second place , a cookbook; third place - chef style apron. Entry forms available at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Office and are due by March 1 to enter. For more information, call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. transferable. If you do not have a certificate and wish to purchase one, they will be available at the Fire Barn at picture time,” said a spokesperson. Thus far, the project has been a success with proceeds designated for new equip­ ment. The department ap­ preciates your generosity and support. At the ... VILLAGE HAIR PORT Call For Appointment < 726-0257 . or ^^726-0623^97 Maple Valley FFA brings home medals from district contest After a long period of getting prepared and many hours of practicing, six members of the Maple Valley FFA Chapter traveled to Olivet on Thursday, Feb. 7 to compete in the District Leadership Contest. 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Your ‘‘local” savings and loan Eaton Federal IQUM MUMB 'C'tuto-Owners Insurance and Loan Association Th&No PrvMk/m Peap&, ■ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 Stan Trumble S. FOUR CORVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU HOME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 643-3880 EATOH RAPIOS, MICHIGAM • PHONE 663-1651 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHOHE 862-1830 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 748-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones �The AAopie Volley Newt hloehedle, Tuesdo^ February 12 1985 — Page 4 Talented Kelloggs remembered (Author** note: The following is a reprint of a Memories article first published November 21. IWt.l Like the famous Englishn for whom he was named, Issac Newton Kellogg was a whiz at math. Years later, the talented Nashville "I. N. Kellogg is working on o machine which is in­ tended to fill a lo long felt want in the cabinet shop ... for making glue joints accurately and expeditiously," ad­ vised The Nashville News in Feb. 1887. Kellogg sub­ sequently patented his invention, seen here. The in­ scription on it reads "Columbian, I. N. Kellogg, Nash­ ville, Mich." cabinetmaker would be remembered by his son Frank for an uncanny ability to solve complicated mathematical problems without benefit of pencil and paper. "Issac could do all kinds of math in his head,’’ explains Mrs. George (Janet) Kellogg of Nashville, who recalls tales of her husband’s grandfather as recounted by her father-in-law, the late Frank Kellogg. “I.N., as he was called, never measured angles,” noted Janet. “He could just close his eyes and visualize what was needed without using caliphers to make the proper cut into a piece of lumber. Issac’s mind was very attuned to what he saw.” Born in 1834, I. N. Kellogg migrated to Michigan from Oneida, New York. His wife Malvina died here in 1880 at age 42, after bearing eight children. Two years later Issac married Mary J. McKelvey of Maple Grove, and his “second family” consisted of three children: daughters Marian and Marguierite and a son Frank. I. N. Kellogg established a successful planing mill in a two-story brick structure located just north of the Thornapple River Bridge, on the east side of Nashville’s Main Street, on the presentday site of the George Kellogg residence across from Putnam Park. There, from locally grown lumber Issac fashioned fine furniture and ornate mouldings and staircases which still grace many Nashville homes. With the This fine family home on the site of the old planing millwas mill was constructed byFrank by Frank Kellogg about20years about 20 years after his father's death. Frank also built most of the homes on North Main.Street hill and several along Kellogg Street, a road constructed on land his mother Mary (right) donated to the village. With herr in this about-1920 photo are daughter Marian Kellogg Nash and family. Young Frank Kellogg admired his talented father, helped tend boilers at the mill and soaked up knowledge and love of woodworking that led to a homebuilding career. Only 13 at Issac's death, Frank was too young to assume operation of the mill. help of a business partner, Issac was able to exhibit his woodworking talents in a centrally-located showroom. “The firm of Kellogg & Demaray are remodeling their building on South Main Street, preparatory to filling it with a stock of furniture,” advised The Nashville News in September 1878, just five years after the weekly paper had commenced publication. Janet Kellogg believes that caskets were included in the inventory, as was common practice with furniture dealers of that era. Not many folks alive today can remember I. N. Kellogg, but most longtime Nashville residents are familiar with a mangificent piece of his craftsmanship — the elegant open cherry wood staircase that ascended to the upper floor of the Kocher store (later Hannemann’s dry goods, then Lines’ Dept. Store). The store building has now been replaced by the south portion of the present post office, but Issac’s staircase was too beautiful to destroy. When the contractors built the post office building in 1966, the polished balustrade and newel post were carefully dismantled and the staircase put in storage by present owners of the structure. Custom mouldings and furniture being his specialty, Issac usually worked with lumber brought to him by various clients seeking a particular style or trim or decor. Planing machinery at the mill sized rough boards -down to correct dimensions. “Frank admired his father, whom he remem­ bered as industrious, thrifty, and a good businessman,” recalls Janet Kellogg. At the planing mill, young Frank soaked up a special knowledge and love of working with wood that helped him become a suc­ cessful home builder in later years. “I. N. Kellogg is working on a machine which is in­ tended to fill a long felt want in the cabinet shop,” advised The News in February 1887. “It is a machine for making glue joints accurately and expeditiously. Mr. Kellogg believes he has a good thing and will patent it.” And he did. As a growing lad, one of Frank’s happy daily tasks was to deliver a noon meal prepared at home by his mother, to his father — who chose not to leave his mill work for lunch. But one sad day in August 1898, young Frank, age 13, had the dreadful experience of finding his father slumped over his workbench when he arrived with his lunch. Frank quickly summoned aid, Issac was carried home and a doctor called. At 64, I. N. Kellogg had suffered a stroke and was in a coma. He died three days later. Without Issac at the helm, the days of the Kellogg planing mill were numbered. Frank’s older half-brothers were not interested in assuming operation of the business, and Frank was too young. “C.W. Rossman and Frank Mallett of Grand Rapids have leased the Kellogg planing and woodworking mill,” The News announced in early September 1898. In time the mill closed, the machinery was sold and the building later razed. By then Frank was a young man and had established himself as a skilled home builder. To his credit are several houses constructed along. Kellogg Street, a road built on land deeded to the village by Issac’s widow Mary. “Most of the houses north of the Thornapple River on the east side of Main Street also were built by Frank,” added Janet Kellogg. On the site of his father’s demolished mill, Frank built a home for his family. In 1921, Frank married Gladys Willoughby and they had two children: George and Eleanor. In the basement of the Kellogg home (now occupied Continued on next page— Kellogg s planing mill was located just north of the Thornapple river bridge, on the east side of Main Street. There, Issac (in photo) created fine furniture and ornate mouldings from native timber. A whiz at math, he could close his eyes and visualize angles without measurement. After his death in 1898 the milll was briefly leased but finally closed and demolished. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 12, 1985__Page 5 Thornapple-Grand Conservation District sets annual meeting with high adventure A program guaranteed to Back River, the pair went for Above the tree line there is tickle the heart and stir the five-weeks and “never saw little cover to pitch a tent so mind of outdoor persons and another human being.” the pair had to try and find adventures is to be featured They learned to depend on rocks in order to get some at the 39th annual meeting of one another, because there relief from the cold winds. the Thornapple-Grand Soil wasn’t anyone else around. They had to carry Conservation District “A lot of people would not everything with them into (SCD). like it, ~ you can’t go to a the are and forage for food The program will be a hotel to get warm and have a “we had plenty of fish to chronology of the travels of hot supper,” Klein said. eat,” Klein said. Clayton Klein and his son to But the rewards are many. Since completing his last the land of the midnight sun, The sense of adventure has trip to the area, Klein has where no white men had to top the list, being where no been traveling U.S. rivers been before, canoeing more one else has been. with his daughter, as Darrell than 3,000 miles of rivers Seeing raw barren nature, has taken over the main above the 60th parallel, seals and thousands and work of running Klein nearly touching the Artic thousands of caribou, Fertilizers, Inc., the family Circle. grizzly, fabulous fishing, and business Clayton founded in meeting Eskimos is 1951. The SCD meeting is something the pair will Thursday, March 14, at 6:30 Clayton worked on his p.m. at the American Legion never forget. book about the Canadian Klein will talk about experience and in 1983 the Hall, M-79 west of Charlotte. fighting rapids in an area more than 250 page edition Held annually, the meeting where no help was available was published by a company will include reported on and sleeping in just a tent in he formed — Wilderness district activities, the the bitter cold. election of board members, special awards and Klein’s program. “Cord Summer Wind” is the title of Klein’s program, featuring slides and stories about the Klein’s five-trips to rivers and lakes in the land of the Eskimos in the Nor­ A third semester will be Three seminars will be thwest Territories. The offered during the months of held Monday, Feb. 25, from program has become a bode, the dust cover of which February through Maple 6:30-8:30 and will be features a photo of Klein on a Valley-Lakewood Com­ presented by Legal Aid of Central Michigan. The topic lake that was frozen in late munity Education. The first was scheduled for will be Family Law. A Legal July. Klein and his son, Darrell, January, but was cancelled Aid Attorney will explain took five-different trips into due to the weather. It is various family law matters the far north of Canada entitled “Home Security - in Michigan. These issues Identification” include: no-fault divorce, between 1963 and 1978, in Operation and will be held Tuesday, legal separation, child Eskimo country. They camped in tents, but Feb. 12, in the Maple Valley custody, visitation, alimony, it is a type of camping that is High School Library at 7 child support, property p.m. A cost effective ap­ division, spouse and child not for the faith at heart. During their trip north on the proach to protecting our­ abuse, and protective in­ selves and our property will junctions. Recent changes in be presented by Sergeant law, including income MEMORIES, continued Rick Wahl of the Eaton withholding for child support by George and Janet County Sheriff Dept. Crime and the U.S. Uniform Child Custody Law will be included Kellogg), the original boiler Prevention Unit. and workbench of I. N. A second seminar entitled in this seminar. There is no preKellogg’s planing mill stand Drug Awareness will be for these like silent sentinels of the presented by Sgt. Smith and registration past. In the home are several Sheriff David Wood of the seminars. Everyone is pieces of fine furniture Barry County ' Sheriff welcome to attend. For crafted from native walnut Department. An excellent further information on these seminars, call 852-9275. (If by I. N. Kellogg. But to his film will be shown and Maple Valley schools are admiring young son Issac discussion will follow. The Cancelled due to the weather, left a legacy more precious seminar will be held all community education than tangible goods. Tuesday Feb. 19, at 7 p.m. in programs are also can­ “Frank inherited his the high school library. celled.) father’s ability to visualize something and create it,” noted Janet. “Once, on a trip to Jackson to visit his sister Eaton County 4-H teens to meet Marguierite, he found her living in a house that so 4-H teens interested in Colorado Exchange Trip, a impressed him he im­ forming a county group, 14­ Teen Lock-In, and a dance to mediately returned to Nash­ 29 years old (age as of Dec. be during the fair. ville and built an identical Adult advisors are needed 31,1985) are urged to come to dwelling on Washington a meeting Wednesday, Feb. for the group - please call in Street, using only a sketch he 13 at 7 p.m. at Kardel Hall on nominations to the Eaton had made as a guide.” . the fairgrounds in Charlotte. County Cooperative Ex­ Today, Kellogg-built The purpose of the group is tension Service Office by houses dot the village, to meet 4-H teens from Feb. 11, at 543-2310 or 372­ rivaling older Nashville around the county and other 5594. Also be thinking of a homes which still boast counties, to plan fun, name; other counties for magnificent natural educational, and fundraising example, call their county woodwork craft by Frank’s activities together. Already teen group: New Horizons, father, Issac Newton in the formings is the Teen Ambassadors. Kellogg. Community Education offers 3 local seminars this month ptagaiwi tlakg rfliptall sj j'Jlf of iSMI i rd that i a- M Mdffihttr kb tatlsjd l.' *fi 5 U M■ f O .. Anji’ i’W ii*W«! ii®^ •sn'*^ gfrott iai ’ iai^ jfH*11 t ftkfi,(®. «„ <j) ,(®. «„ s, 1-M M7? diP* if Aalte5^* -a>rfr{* <*•?>{ i*JWs< nw nw* s; jge tj % i*>54 J-* ps"% i>4 *< jt tF* ? THINK SPRING White Eyelets and Flounces . Specially Marked From *4’’ White Eyelet Trims 75c to*!®®. 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BEER • WINE • PACKAGED LIQUOR • STATE JOURNAL • DETROIT FREE PRESS • INSTANT LOTTERY TICKETS iiff 'ff «< ■>' «t* j0|t' i^» i^»11V »>*</ Clayton Klein eachat the Soil Conservation Office, located at 200 N. Bostwick Street in Charlotte between 8-4:30 p.m., Mon- Reg., Au-Gratin & New Hearty Seasonings brl^1*$< gi fts* .j0|t , , House Books. Complete with photos the Kleins took, the hard-bound volume is currently being marketed. The book is available at the Eaton Cleaners and Bookworm in Charlotte, Dalton Booksellers and Community Newscenters in Holt and Lansing. Klein said he and his son began canoeing here in Michigan, and just started going farther and farther away. He said his interest in Northern Canada has not been satisfied yet, and he hopes to see more of the area. The slide program has been a popular one. Klein has shown it to about 150 different groups like Rotary and Lions clubs. He said reaction to the presentation has been very positive. Klein, 65, lives in Fowlerville, in the far­ mhouse where he was born. He founded the fertilizer business in Fowlerville in 1951 and started the Perrington location in 1962. He is now the senior vice president of the company and his son Darrell is the president. The company also has outlets near Grand Rapids at Marne and Grant. But canoeing and telling stories about his adventures is the activity Klein seems to enjoy the most. Like the story about the time he was charged by a muskox ... but you’ll have to attend the SCD meeting to hear it (or read the book). Tickets are available for $4 ^ Monday - Thursday Friday & Saturday.. Sunday.................. 8:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. -12:00 noon .. 12 noon - 10:00 p.m. iaiaiaisna@ia[a[a|a|a[a|5^is �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1985 — Page 6 New law helps teens get prenatal care What does a 14-year-old do if she becomes pregnant? Rejection of reality and abortion are typical responses. But the fact is, pregnant teens rarely seek medical care. According to a Special Report in the January Issue of the Michigan State Medical Society’s magazine, “Michigan Medicine”, a new law waives the requirement of parental consent for minors to obtain prenatal and pregnancy-related medical services. The consent of the minor now is sufficient to obtain a physician’s care for herself or her child. “Such a high percentage of young, pregnant girls don’t go to their parents,” noted state Rep. Alma Stallworth, “they fear the questions and thus do not get care until late in their pregnancies. And that is too late.” Historically there have been barriers to adequate prenatal care for teenagers: cost and the need for parental consent. Regar­ dless of solutions to the financial problem, teens were reluctant to go to the doctor with their mothers. The new law removes this second barrier. “The problem is very costly to society,” Rep. Stallworth said of teenagers pregnancy. “Michigan pays the bill if those mothers come from uninsured families. Most tragically, we pay to care for infants born with special needs which might have been taken care of if the mother had had good medical care from the beginning. So it is good for us to change the law to help ameliorate this problem.” “I think the law is ex­ cellent. I agree with it,” said Marsha Rohrer, MD., medical director of the Ingham County family planning and parental clinics. “People delay care if they have to have parental consent.” Doctor Rohrer and others interviewed said they had always provided prenatal care to minors on the basis of need. “We went ahead and did it because we thought it was the right to do,” she said. “But those of us at the clinic are very happy the new law has passed because we think it will make changes in areas where people were not providing care.” Indeed, Stallworth em­ phasized that a major goal of the new law is to make the medical community’s response to minors more uniform across the state. “We know of in­ consistencies,” she said. “There are hospitals and clinics that get more than their share of pregnant minors. This drives their CARE, cont. on page 9 NASHVILLE C-StoreSUPER Quantities Limited. Prices Good While Supplies Last. 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Cooley, Supervisor Sharon Bishop, Clerk Maple Valley Agenda Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, February 13, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. SAVERS PEPSI CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES The regular meeting of the Township Board was held Wednesday February 6, 1985 at 8:00 p.m. at the township hall with J. Cooley, L. Pixley, N. Rasey, G. Godbey and S. Bishop present. Minutes of the January meeting were corrected to read general fund balance $41,381.88 then ap­ proved. Motion to transfer remaining $350.00 in Recycle account to the Recycle Board and include payment in bills supported and passed. 1. Approval of Guenther Mittelstaedt as varsity football coach as recommended by athletic direc­ tor Larry Lenz. 2. Action to re-schedule the April board meeting from April 10 to 17. 3. Approval of teaching contracts at the Jr-Sr. High School for John Brandenburg in mathematics and science; and Charles Gillmore teaching math­ ematics, science, and shop. They are replacing Tom Taylor and Dan Watson. 4. Approval of a revised teaching contract for June Wallace to teach half day kindergarten and half day reading at Fuller St. Elementary for the se­ cond semester. She replaces Sandra Dent. 5. Approval of an amended general fund budget for the 1984-85 school year. The prior budget showed anticipated receipts of $3,574,257 and an­ ticipated expenditures of $3,650,557. The amended budget shows anticipated receipts of $3,585,988 and anticipated expenditures of $3,656,537. This would result in a deficit of $70,549 which includes bus amortization of $45,400. When deducting the bus amortization, the budget projected deficit is $25,149. 6. Report on February 5th. Inservice program by principals Burr Hartenburg, Howard Yost, and Bill Christensen. The building principals will also re­ port on projected teaching staff for the 1985-86 school year. 7. Action on a recommendation to replace the copy machine in central office. The present machine has been used several years and main-, tenance costs presently are high, and the repairman has stated that some parts will not be available in the future. 8. Consideration for purchasing a double deck oven for the Jr-Sr. High School kitchen. This expenditure would be from the hot lunch account. 9. Consideration of an extension of contract for elementary principal Howard Yost. 10. Co onsideration for scheduling ardadministrator retreat or workshop. 11. Committee Reports 12. Action to approve a seventh period operated through the community school program with costs involved paid for by the students. Class would be held at the close of the regular school day at 2:30 p.m. Board Members and Telephone Numbers David Hawkins Dale Ossenheimer, Jr Ronald Tobias Wayne Cogswell Irma Jean Baker Paula Cole LeRoy Sleeper ; 852-0749 . 852-1674 . . 852-9476 852-9745 726-0050 543-5669 726-0297 NOTICE Nashville Residents Nashville Village Hall will be February 18 iin observance of Presidents Day. CLOSED Monday, �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. February 12, 1985__Page 7 Vermontvilie, 100 years of history, 1836 - J 936 jXX >ii X VVlt 0t> l-t..X ’J l0 $ 00 £ $l£. >' sm % _■ %_ ii tx i UN.. W XSJSJS X XtkkSSZjZjJJSJS W SJ ” <&«? < *^"70 ••,oo Jwrt/M rtfi X" IQb| -,• w.,1,11 5t*K!t,, ,S, j’^WioMtii L^w r Strife •Jratedafjaetjl^ "2 sdxd year. Iliepdi ‘'•“^(eteipfetl^i wapahraolWl ' ":e"ctoiPlWittiu rr “k’iJi.feidft! rcr -esdgel^ftte -'rWj tadfer: \ bunding prindpokrfii £*•< ’codling staff lof h ng ■ in ratal tfc • F teen used said)®611 Is presently w jsttedtas#*^ dtas#*^’1 ffallft. ILL. by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin PART III After drafting of the rules and regulations of the proposed colony had been completed and approved, the documents were signed by 42 persons but only 22 signers became, later, actual residents of Vermontville, and of these all but three were citizens of Vermont. The names df these colonists follow, with their occupations: Rev. Sylvester Cochrane, clergyman; Hiram J. Mears, wheel right; Jacob Fuller, cooper; Simeon McCotter, cabinetmaker; Walter S. Fairfield, printer; Daniel Barber, merchant; Martin S. Norton, blacksmith; Dewey H. Robinson, physician; Bazaleel Taft, machinist; Wells R. Martin, surveyor; Levi Merrill, Jr., Simon S. Church, Oren Dickinson, Elijah's. Mead, Wait J. Squier, Stephen D. Scovell, Sidney B. Gates, Jay Hawkins, Roger W. Griswold, and Edward H. Barber were farmers. Charles Imus had no given trade, and the names of Willard Davis, George S. Browning and Oliver J.’ Stiles are added to the roster as residents of Bellevue, Mich., evidently attracted by the plans of the committee. The contributions to the CARE, from page 8 costs up. If these cases can be more integrated throughout communities, then we will do better con­ trolling the infant mortality problem.” The " Michigan State Medical Society represents more than 11,000 physicians committed to providing high quality health care. MSMS applauds the . new law allowing minors access to prenatal care, believing the health of Michigan mothers and babies will be improved with its implementation. $500°° REWARD ^iaiolonat®1*^ SjHontfilW Z>l«o'r*^1 , For any information leading to the arrest and conviction of person or persons who re­ moved or removing down wood of any amount, without written permission from owner Shirley Fox Kaiser, West woods on Hagger Rd., between North of Thornapple Lake Road, South of State Road (North of Nashville). . J Wiw*r** The person seeking this re­ ward will not be disclosed. The information will be in­ vestigated by the Barry County,Sheriff Dept. If you have such information, please call from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Doily. 616-948-8986 Ask for Ron Harriman, mgr. land-purchase fund totaled $5,792.50 and in April 1836 the committee, consisting of S. S. Church, William J. Henry and Waite J. Squier, left the East, taking as their in­ structions ‘‘the charge of Moses to the representatives of the 12 tribes of Israel sent to search out the land of Canaan as set forth in Numbers 13:17-20.” “and Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan, and said unto them, get you up this way Southward, and go up into the Mountain, and see the land, what it is; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they be strong or weak, few or many; and what the land is what they dwell in, whether it be good or bad; and what cities they be that they dwell in, whether in tents or in strongholds; and what the land is, whether it be fat or lean, whether there be wood therein or not; and be ye of good courage, and bring of the fruit of the land.” The cqmmittee was asked in part — to consider, in selecting a location, as a “first consideration a healthy place with good water... a rich and fertile soil well-watered, interspersed with wood and prairie if practicable... consider the country around — is there a prospect of its being speedily settled?... is it where produce can be got to market?... let it be near some navigable water, not compel 150 souls to make a journey of 150 miles over intolerable roads and get homesick before they see the place.” After leaving Vermont, the committee made their way to Michigan by stage and lake boat, landing at Detroit. From there they again took the stage — an open wagon — with the United States Land Office at Kalamazoo as their destination. The roads were terrible and progress very slow. Investigation of the country around Kalamazoo proved unsuccessful, so, engaging a guide, they made a further exploring tour into the country around Grand Rapids, and what is now called Barry County. However, no location could the be found filling specifications^— “a tract of government land of the quality and quantity needed, in a solid body unbroken by swamps or marshes and free from “cat holes”. After a discouraged return to Battle Creek, Mr. Church met Col. Barnes of Gull Prairie who had helped survey Eaton County. He said they might find in “town 3 North of range 6 West” the amount of land needed, and an investigation at the land EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eqton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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While in many ways this little group of pioneers were self-sustaining as to the various trades, the nearest post office, trading point, grist mill, etc. was Bellevue, 14 miles away, and much purchasing was done at Marshall, 28 miles distant. The nearest saw mill was at Kalamo. The Marshall and Ionia road passed through Ver­ montville and became the first weekly mail route in western Eaton County. In 1840, a post office was established in the village and Dr. Dewey Robinson appointed postmaster. In connection with the platting of the village, a Public Square at the center was set aside in perpetuity by the trustees who accomplished this by deeding one-thirty second of this land to each colonist. The northwest quarter became the site of the first log schoolhouse and later, The Academy ; the southwest quarter, in the early ’60s, the location ofthe Congregational Church; the northeast quarter in later years the site of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The southeast quarter was devoted to general business use, eventually being planted with trees for a park. It was occupied for some of the early years by hayscales, and served as a starting point for a lusty growth of Canada thistles brought in the Vermont rye straw used by Waite J. Squier to pack his household goods for moving. To quote directly from the “History of Vermontville” written by Hon. E. W. Barber in 1897: “With very few exceptions the original settlers have passed away but the thistles still survive them.” (Note: After a hundred the present .years,, generations of those thistles are still “going strong” in the center of the village.) So the Union Colony was started. While the location did hot meet all the desired specifications as originally stated, the land was good and well-watered, and the settlers coming with their families as rapidly as possible, turned their best efforts into making a real and permanent home in the forest-wilderness. Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads Tax help available for seniors— The Maple ValleyLakewood Community Education staff is assisting senior citizens in filling our their Homestead Property Tax Credit Claim and home heating credit. The property tax credit program in Michigan is a “circuit breaker” system designed to relate local property taxes to total in­ come, or “ability to pay”. Schedules are set up to give credits to senior citizens, among others. “Many people are not aware of this law that says no person should pay more than a certain percent of their income” stated Kay Hartzler, coordinator of Maple Valley Community Education. “For example, if a Senior Citizen has less than $3,000 yearly income they are eligible to receive all of the cost of their property taxes returned to them. No person in Michigan needs to pay more than 3.5 percent of their income.” If a person’s income is $4,000 they can receive all of their taxes back except $39. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfh) If the income is $5,000 they receive all of their taxes back except $99. Seniors meeting at the community education office for assitance should bring tax statement, records of all income, including Social Security, interest, retirement, etc. and cost ofheating bills. The time set aside for this is Friday, Feb. 21 from 9 a.m.-12 noon. The com­ munity education office is located in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. If you have any questions, or would like assistance in filling out your claim, call the community education office at 852-9275. General School Report— by Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff seleced at random by Kathy from the registration books. The survey will take ap­ Kathy Feaster, a private proximately twenty minutes consultant contracted by the and will include questions State Department of relative to the present Education, has been meeting operation of the Maple with groups in recent weeks Valley Schools along with discussing the general questions regarding class operation and instructional offering which might be program at Maple Valley. desired in the future. If you Unfortuanately, some are called, we sincerely hope meetings had to be cancelled that you will give the or re-scheduled because of questions your serious weather conditions which consideration and your resulted in fewer people participation in the survey being able to meet with her. will be appreciated. However, there was a good There will still be further effort on the part of people to work done by consultants attend meetings and the contracted or employed by imput from people will be the State Department of helpful in determining future Education to evaluate the operational policy. present curriculum at Maple Kathy has developed an Valley. No date has been set opinion survey which will be at this time by Dr. Donovan used here at Maple Valley. from the State Department This will be a telephone regarding when this survey involving ap­ evaluation will be com­ proximately 350 citizens. The pleted. people to be called will be Buy these systems where you can actually see and try them and get actual “hands on” experience BEFORE you buy! We have fully operational systems in our showroom.” 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A COM T-l Receiver /U4 What the system will do: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. 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Thursday, Feb. 14 - Ver­ montville Senior Citizens meet at noon at Methodist Church for a potluck and bingo. Everyone invited to bring a dish to pass a bingo prize. Monday, Feb. 18 - Garden Club, 1:30 p.m., in Griswold Room. Thursday, Feb. 28 Historical Society “Sugaring Off” potluck, 7 p.m. in the Griswold Room. Mrs. Frances Olson and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed February events: Feb. 14 * Valentine's Day. Thoughts on “love" from “Apples of Gold”, C.R. Gibson Co., Galatians 3:22-23 — “But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” Real friends are those who, when you’ve made a fool of yourself, don't feel that you’ve done a per­ manent job He who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love. A friend is a person with whom you dare to be yourself. One reason why a dog is such a lovable creature is that his tail wags instead of his tongue. Friends are made by many Day Thursday, February 14 Don’t Forget... CARDS - by American Greetings GIFTS - NOVELTIES C7 * CLOTHING -JEWELRY TOYS Valentine Plush ANIMALS *. CANDY Heart Boxes - all sizes PARTY CANDY Bulk and Packaged. Paper Table Wear for your Party elley’s Variety Store ( 117 N. Main, Nashville 852-9747 f were in Lansing several days last week, Reeds for Gold Shots and Frances to make arrangements for treat­ ments to begin Monday, Feb. 18 — five days a week for eight weeks for her ankle problems. The Methodist Choir held a progressive dinner Saturday evening beginning at 6 p.m. at the Elbert Carpenters for salads, then to the home of Rev. Litchfield for lasagne and finally to the Peabodys for cherry cheese cake and singing. A good time was had by all. Mrs. Ava Kroger was an invited guesL Sympathy is expressed to the family of Willard Hib­ bard, N. Shaytown Rd., who passed away Saturday evening at Ingham Medical Hospital. I understand the post­ master, Lawrence Frith, is to undergo surgery on Wednesday in Battle Creek. His uncle, Joe Frith, is having surgery this week at Ingham Medical Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict and family are concerned about Fred Adams of Horton (Cherry’s husband) who is to enter a hospital for several weeks for treatment of a breathing problem. A 13-year-old cousin Mark of Nikki and Chrissi Cun­ ningham has lung cancer and is in serious condition Sympathy to the family of Harold Housler of Grand Ledge who passed away Thursday at his home. The Housler family were former Vermontville residents with Mabel Shetenhelm and Leon Housler still living in this area. Deep sympathy to Mrs. Violet Sullivan at 195 W. Main in the sudden death of her husband, Herman, 68, from a heart attack Thur­ sday evening. Services were held Monday at Grass Lake, Michigan. Mr. Theodore Zemke, 77, a former resident and brother of Kate Snider and Hermina Southern, suffered his second massive heart attack at Tuscon Ariz. last week. He is in CCU in the hospital there. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson of Birmingham spent Saturday night with their mother, Hermina Southern, and took her out for a bir­ thday dinner. The weather continues to dominate the news — it’s just snow, snow and cold. Monday’s forecast predicted up to 6-10 inches snow on top of what we already have. ATTENTION! ROSE LOVERS If you want the magic to last longer, take a few moments for a little extra care, advise the experts at Roses, Inc. Roses travel many miles to reach you. As far away as South America and as close as Ohio. Fill your vase with barely warm water, add floral preservative (usually comes with roses), remove the leaves that will be below the water. Cut one-inch off stem on an angle, put rose in water immediately. If one droops remove it from the vase, hold stem under water and cut again. Lay it flat in water for an hour or two then return it to the vase. (Water does not always get through the stem.) Set in cool place rather than hot. In refrigerator or a cool room overnight make them last longer. Roses in my opinion are the shortest lived flowers we carry, lasting two to .three days only. In a rose bowl they will last a week or longer. WE don’t know when they were picked, packed or “peddled” or if they came by boat, plane, truck or “pony express”. Roses are perishable! And like people — Unpredictable! Happy Valentines Day to You! OPEN 9-5, AAon thru Sat; Including Wed, Feb. 13 Kellogg students raffle quilt for sixth grade camp Fifth grade students at Kellogg school raffled off a quilt Thursday to raise mon­ ey for next year's sixth grade camp. Joanne Swanson was the winner of the prize, made by the local commission on aging, Ann Schantz and Mrs. Hunt s students. Hunt stated that the students now have $315 for camp, as a result of the raffle. Here, Ann Schantz left, and Joanne Swanson show the quilt. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Suiter) How about a February thaw — we didn’t get the usual January one. Jack Rathburn would like ptoeospalye thwahnok hyaovue toseanllt thine people who have sent in donations to the Friends of the Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery. He has heard from families locally but also from friends from Oregon to Florida from Michigan to Texas. He would like to hear from the rest of the local people that have a family member or a dear friend in our cemetery. Make a donation, no matter how small, to the cemetery as this will insure the care of the cemetery for the future. Computer class will present program to senior citizens Maple Valley Area Senior Citizens will be meeting again on Feb. 21, at 12:45 in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. and will cost $1.30. Following lunch, Jerry Reese and the sixth hour computer class will present the program. To make a reservation for lunch call 852-9275 before noon on Feb. 20. If you have had a birthday during the month of February, indicate this when you make your reservation. The January meeting was cancelled due to the weather and then rescheduled on Feb. 1. A small group did attend and visited with Kathy Feaster from the Michigan State Department of Education. Several people are taking advantage of the opportunity to walk inside the high school during the winter months. If you need to walk every day for health reasons, you are welcome to walk in the halls at the high school Monday thru Thursday between 4­ 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 - 7 p.m., 4-H County Teen Group and Colorado Exchange Trip meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Wednesday, Feb. 13 - 7p.m., “Is There a Computer in Your Life”, Dimondale Elementary, Dimondale. Feb. 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 - Grain Marketing Seminar, Union, MSU. Thursday, Feb. 14 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. February 15-16 - 4-H Teen Horse Conference No. 1, Kettunen Center. February 16-17 - 4-H Teen Horse Conference No. 2, Kettunen Center. Saturday, Feb. 16-9 a.m., 4-H Rodeo Clinic, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Monday, Feb. 18-7 p.m., 4-H Softball Committee meeting, Extension office, Charlotte, Monday, Feb. 18 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, Shopping Guide office, Charlotte. Monday, Feb. 18 - 7-8:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Bowl, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, Feb. 18-8 p.m., Micro Computer in Crops Production, Lakewood High School. Tuesday, Feb. 19-7:30 p.m., Beef Cow-Calf Update, Vo-Ag Room, Charlotte High School. Thursday, Feb. 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H Family Roller Skating, Adam’s Skating Center, Charlotte. Thursday, Feb. 21-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack and Gloria Pennington’s, Chester Rd., Charlotte. Thursday, Feb. 21 - Western Michigan No-Till Day, Western University. Thursday, Feb. 21 -10 a.m - 3 p.m., New Economic Realities for Dairy Farmers, Jackson. Feb. 21-23 - Michigan Pork Congress, Battle Creek. February 22-23 - 4-H Veterinary Science Workshop, Kettunen Center. February 22-24 - Annual MSU Intercollegiate Rodeo, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. February 23-24 - 4-H Teen Leader Livestock Workshop, Kettunen Center. Saturday, Feb. 23 - 1-4 p.m., Goat Clinic - 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Monday, Feb. 25-7 p.m., Small Animal board meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Monday, Feb. 25 - 7-8:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Bowl, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, Feb. 26 -7 p.m., In Search of Excellence - Adult and Teen Leader Workshop, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, Feb. 26 - 6:30 p.m., County Dog Clinic, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. ★ 60 Daysrtil Spring! ★ HAIRCUTS................. • WANTED • Includes shampoo and blow dry. Modern Refrigerators, Port­ able TV's, Antiques, Dinette Sets, Dressers. SHAMPOO AND SET .'................. We Buy • Sell • Trade Quality Pawn ORDER EARLY CHOICE LIMITED AFTER 3:00 Tues EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR 209 N. Main St. Nashville HOURS: M-S, 9-5 852-9473 $6°° 5oo c’ "The Mirrors image" .4(10 miuols iiuaac.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12,1985 — Page 9 Obituaries Harold A. Housler GRAND LEDGE - Mr. Harold A. Housler, 78, of 216 S. Clinton, Grand Ledge, died Thursday, Feb. 7, 1985, at his residence after a long illness. He was bom in Manton, Mich, and had previously lived in Ver­ montville, Manton, and Charlotte until moving to Grand Ledge four years ago. He was a retired floor inspector at Oldsmobile. He was a member of the Quarter Century Club, a member of the Cadillac Elks Club, and a member of the Cadillac Barbershop Chorus. He was the son of Arthur and Lulu Housler. Mr. Housler is survived by his wife, Carolyn; two sons, Conrad of San Antonio, ■K ■fctak Lttl-'tiiiHtaMla Texas and Neal of Lansing; ttwo daughters, Sandra Pier of Lansing and Roma Wallace of Rochester, Mich.; 14 grandchildren; six great - grandchildren; two brothers, Leon Housler of Charlotte and Paul Housler of San Diego, Calif.; three sisters, Kate King of Charlotte, Donna Housler of Charlotte, and Mabel Shetenhelm of Vermontville. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. The Rev. Glenn Litchfield officiated. In­ terment was in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Douglass G. Vogt He was a member and past NASHVILLE Mr. officer of the Nashville Lions Douglass G. Vogt, 39, for­ Club, Deputy current merly of 204 N. Queen St., District Governor of Zone 2­ Nashville, died Wednesday, 11C1 Lions of Michigan, a Feb. 6, 1985, at Barry County member of Nashville Lodge Medical Facility, following a No. 255 F & AM, Zion lengthy illness. He was bom Chapter No. 171 RAM, and in Lansing on Aug. 10, 1945, Charlotte Commandry No. 37 the son of George and Knights Templar. Patricia (Palmer) Vogt. He Mr. Vogt is survived by his attended Dansville School father and stepmother, before coming to Nashville George and Marilyn Vogt of with his parents in 1958. He Nashville; and one stepgraduated from Nashville sister, Mrs. Connie Knoch of High School in 1963. Webberville. He was employed for a Masonic services were short time at Beneficial held at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, Finance Corp, in Battle at Vogt Chapel under the Creek, before attending auspices of Nashville Lodge Central Michigan University 255 F & AM. Funeral ser­ and Milwaukee School of vices were held at 1 p.m. Mortuary Science. It was at Saturday, Feb. 9, at United this time that Mr. Vogt lost Methodist Church in Nashhis sight due to his illness. He ville. The Rev. Lynn Wagner then attended Rehabilitation officiated. Burial was in for the Blind in Kalamazoo. Lakeview Cemetery. He was then employed as a Arrangements were by Vogt loan officer for Pontiac Chapel - Wren Funeral Community Bank in Pontiac Homes. from 1974 until 1977 when he Memorial contributions returned to Nashville to may be made to the assist his father ihi the American Diabetes operation of Vogt Funeral Association. Home. Check us out! i M 8 • I >1 fa tai il iMJ-'Jg.WWlW fafclfefat iFia-tMipUMl Wedding Cake Tops, Silk Flowers, Chocolate Candy, Candy Molds. Large Chocolate Kiss.. ?3.20 Cake Supplies for all Occasions I 517-726-0652 HOURS: Tues - Fri, 9-5; Sat, by appointment Sweet and How Good 650 S. Main, Vermontville n- Ufa1* Myrtle V. Julian NASHVILLE - Mrs. Myrtle V. Julian, 88, of 2700 Maple Grove Rd., died Tuesday evening, Feb. 5, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. She was born in Three Rivers on Sept. 22, 1896, the daughter of Wilber and Edith (Christ­ man) Squires. She was reared in the Three Rivers area and attended school there. She came to Maple Grove in 1923 from Battle Creek. She and her husband, Heber Julian, whom she married Sept. 27, 1914, were longtime berry farmers in Maple Grove. Mr. Julian died Aug. 7, 1966. She was a member of the Royal Neighbors of America. Mrs. Julian is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Stanley (Violetta) Hansen and Mrs. Lewis (Waneta) Sherman, both of Nashville; three grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and five great - great - grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Squires Julian, in 1917; one brother, Clarence Squires; and a sister, Bertha Hummell. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. The Rev. Mary E. Curtis officiated. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Otto F. Shaneck, Jr. NASHVILLE - Mr. Otto F. Shaneck, Jr., 59, of Butler Rd., Nashville, died Monday, Feb. 4, 1985, at Leila Hospital, Battle Creek. He was born June 15, 1925 in Curtis, Ohio, the son of Otto and Angeline Shaneck. Mr. Shaneck is survived by two sons, Randy D. Shaneck of Kalamazoo and John O. Shaneck of Grand Rapids; two grandchildren; his father, Otto Shaneck, Sr. of Nashville; two brothers, Sylvester of Nashville and Raymond of Hastings; four sisters, Iona Shaneck of Nashville, Elberta Harmon of Hastings, Mary Lou Coay of Battle Creek, and Geraldine Lahey of Piqua, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Battle Creek. Arrangements were by Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek. ACTION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne - Offering painting classes, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m, painting wooden hens, geese, barns, hearts and many more, $4 a class plus supplies. Call 852-9112 Nash­ ville. (2-26) NOTICE VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS: Vermontville Village Office will be CLOSED Wednesday, Feb. 13, 1985.__________________ LEE’S t:v. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Board seeks input on concerns of families The Home Economics Education Advisory Board is helping Cooperative Ex­ tension Home Economist, Mona Ellard, identify the concerns and challenges facing the families in Eaton County. Seven new members have been chosen and together with the present board, will seek information dealing with families from their various cities and towns. The new representatives are: Peggy Smith, Grand Ledge; Vicki Shaver, MAEH; Glenda Kling, Olivet; Jackie Johnson, Mulliken; Jean Frazier, Delta Township; Charlie Green, Charlotte and Marilyn Wright, Ver­ montville. In February, the board will convene to determine and prioritize the total county needs. This need listing can be used to develop home econoimcs programs for the next year. To make this board as responsible as possible to the needs of the county families, input from you is essential. Please contact them today if you have a concern. Got the Winter Blahs? Come in for a new Hair Style or Perm and... Frieda M. Hicker NASHVILLE - Miss Frieda M. Hicker, 85, of 503 S. Main St., Nashville, died Sunday afternoon, Feb. 10, 1985, at Pennock Hospital where she had been taken after being stricken at her home. Arrangements are pending at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. Think Spring! Remember Your Valentine February 14 WANTED: Tree worth and clean up. 852-9090 Nashville. REWARD*, male beagle lost north of Vermontville or Nashville (517 ) 726-0218. HELP WANTED: Responsible person to care for 8 year old after school and his days off. Your home or mine. References please. Mother’s helper could be considered. Phone 852-0940 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. only. HELP WANTED: Person with typing skills to work in Nashville office on a call in basis, to answer phone, type, etc. Prefer local person. Call 852-1980. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS *3 -H^ U kS-’E Er poo 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Mople Voile/ News, Noshville, Tuevdo/ Februory 12. 1985 — Poge 10 Lions eagers record at 9-4 after two wins last week The Lions varsity basketball team completed another perfect week by defeating Potterville on Tuesday and league-foe Springfield on Friday. Tuesday’s 67-58 victory over Potterville came early for Valley as they extended their 14-12 first quarter advantage into a 37-23 halftime lead. Sports Potterville came within eight points of their hosts, 39­ 31, midway through the third quarter but were unable to come any closer. Maple Valley's Jeff Hamilton (12) drives around a Springfield, player in last Friday's 69-49 win over the Rams. The win keeps Maple Valley in second place in the SMAA. (Maple Valley News photo) GET UP TO $40 BACK WITH CERTAINTEED’S BUCK-A-BUNDLE REBATE January 17 through March 3,1985 Need mittens while you read the paper? Heating bills out ofsight? Now is the perfect time to re-insulate your home. And CertainTeed will give you$ 1 back (up to ’40) on each bundle ofCertainTeed 61/* thick R-19 Fiber Glass Insulation you buy during this rebate period. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIVERIHG-rilllHIMG-ESTIMITING-SlVIllG Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block Eost on the frocks Valley’s strong rebounding enabled them to stay in command. Ryan Trowbridge gathered in 13 for the Lions. All Lions saw action in the game with four scoring in double figures. Seniors Jeff Hamilton and Greg Lenz netted 15 points each for Valley. Kurt Hartenburg added 11 points, Gary Reid, 10; Ryan Trowbridge, 8; Shan Ferrier, 5; and Allan Mater, 3. Friday’s league contest at Springfield started out shakily for the Lions. The Rams took the floor ready to play and raced out to a 17-7 lead on the Lions. Springfield contined to dominate scoring and rebounding in the second quarter, but Valley managed to stay close, 32-27, at the half. Though the Lions still trailed their hosts by five points halfway through the third period they were beginning their winning drive. Gary Reid put Valley ahead 39-38 with 1:12 left in the third quarter. Then senior guard Jeff Hamilton began a scoring rampage that ended only after he had netted 13 unanswered points for Valley. Scrappy defense by Hamilton, Reid and Shan Ferrier totaled 17 steals and helped put the Lions ahead to stay early in the fourth quarter. The final 69-49 score keeps Valley in a second place tie with Olivet who was defeated by Bronson on Friday. The Lions face Bronson at home on Friday and could regain a share of the title by defeating the Vikings. Come and help support our defending league champions as they fight for a share of the title. Earlier in the week, Valley will travel to Lakewood. On Saturday, the Lions host another league rival as Pennfield comes to Valley in a make-up game. J.V. game time is 6 p.m. The Nashville fifth and sixth graders will play at half-time of the J.V. and varsity games. The boosters will be ser­ ving food on Friday and Saturday nights till 7:30 p.m. Lions play home Friday and Saturday nights Maple Valley’s basketball teams will be in action at home both Friday and Saturday nights this week. Friday night is Winter Homecoming with the Lions playing Bronson. Bronson, with a one game lead is in first place in the SMAA. Maple Valley and Olivet are currently tied for second place. Homecoming activities will take place in between the junior varsity and varsity contests. The junior varsity contest will begin at 6:30 p.m. On Saturday night the Lions will play rival Pennfield. The game was originally scheduled for Jan. 25 but was postponed due to weather. The junior varsity contest will begin at 6 p.m. Jim Benit (25) of Maple Valley tries to steal the ball away from a Springfield player. The Lions edged the Rams 69-49. (Maple Valley News photo) Freshman defeat Springfield 48-42 The Maple Valley fresh­ man basketball team raised their season record to nine wins and three losses by beating Springfield. The game started out very slowly with neither team being able to hit very many baskets. At the end of the quarter the score read Springfield 8 M.V. 7. The Lions picked up the pace in the second quarter by out scoring the Rams 13 to 5. The third and fourth quarters were played to a near perfect draw with Maple Valley scoring 10 and 18 points while Springfield scored 10 and 19 points. For the individual scoring honors, Scot Lenz had 18 points and pulled down 10 rebounds. Other players to score points were Bill Brenton and Buck DeGroot 6; Jeff Fisher 5; Jim Venton 4; Richard Meade 3; Dan Sipple, Eric Haick and Lance Root 2 points. The key to the game was the tight man to man defense played by Bill Brenton and Jeff Fisher. They were assigned to guard Springfield two best players. Jr. Varsity softball coach needed Maple Valley’s athletic department is in need of a coach for this year’s junior varsity softball team. Anyone interested should contact Larry Lenz at 852­ 9275. In the first meeting between the two teams these two players scored a combined total of 35 points. In this contest they could only manage six points for the night. A very fine job by Fisher and Brenton. The freshman have three home games this week. They play Hastings Tuesday, Bronson Friday and Battle Creek Pennfield Saturday at 4 p.m. NOTICE Due to Bod Weather, the Vermont­ ville Chamber of Commerce has cancelled their Feb. 12, 1985 Din­ ner Meeting. Members will be not­ ified of next meeting. Auto Service CENTER QUALITY WORKMANSHIP TRANSMISSION REPAIRS BODY & BUMP SERVICE WHEEL ALIGNMENT & BALANCING • TUNE-UPS & MUFFLERS • MAJOR OVERHAULS • CRAKES • • • • Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Trowbridge Service Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 12.1985 — Page 11 M.V. second in SMAA wrestling The Maple Valley wrestling team placed all thirteen wrestlers in the top four at last Saturday’s SMAA league meet. This was not enough to offset a tremendous effort by league champion Bronson and the Lions finished second. The second place finish by the Lions, gave them a cochampionship with Bronson. The Lion wrestlers finished as follows in the league tournamentThe complete list of placers: 98 lbs. Lance Brumm, third; 105 lbs. Ken Mead, fourth; 112 lbs. Ken Trumble, second; 119 lbs. Andrew Finkler, third; 126 lbs. Lane Brumm, first; 132 lbs. Scott Carpenter, third; 138 lbs. Jay O’Brien, third; Valley wrestling team 145 lbs. Dean Stewart, third; defeated highly rated 155 lbs. John Forell, first; 167 Springport 42-25. Ken lbs. Robert Browne, second; Meade, Ken Trumble, Lane 185 lbs. Mark Hess, second; Brumm, Scott Carpenter, 198 lbs. Scott Villanueva, Jay O’Brien, Scott first; hwt. lbs. Pat Villanueva, Mark Hess, and Ressequie, second. Pat Ressequie all won for the In addition, Ken Trumble Lions. The grapplers are not has been selected as the 11-1 on the season. Lansing area 112 lb. all star. Ken represents all the class B, C, and D teams in the Lansing area. He will meet Maple Valley Schools the Class A representative in a exciting all-star match LUNCH MENU Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. in the Lansing Eastern Maplewood School Fieldhouse. Wednesday, Feb. 13 Pat Resseguie was Hot Dogs, french fries, selected as the alternate in baked beans, cookie, the heavyweight class. In a dual meet, the Maple peaches. Thursday, Feb. 14 Lasagna, carrot-celery sticks, rolls and butter, mix fruit. Friday, Feb. 15 Thursday, March 21. Fishsticks, mashed TheP.T.O. is donating $200 potatoes, peas, bread and toward the purchase of lower elementary grade computer butter, cherry cobbler. Monday, Feb. 18 programs. We’re also Pizza, corn, cookie, fruit. reimbursing one of our Tuesday, Feb. 19 teachers for a well liked Hamburger, french fries, program that she purchased. fruit, peas, jello pops. For the Syrup Festival this Wednesday, Feb. 20 year, the children will be Chicken noodles, green selling seedling Sugar beans, chicken sdw., mix Maples from Van Pines Inc. fruit. in West Olive, MI. Thursday, Feb. 21 Hot beef sdw., mashed potatoes, peas, fruit, bir­ thday cake. Friday, Feb. 22 Hot ham and cheese, french fries, corn, ap­ plesauce. the series to: Paul N. Carlin, Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Postmaster General, In Care Monday, Feb. 18 of Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Hot dogs, french fries, Committee, U.S. Postal green beans, applesauce. Service, 475 L’enfant Plaza, Tuesday, Feb. 19 Washington, D.C. 20260. Chili, crackers, pickles, The series proposal calls peaches, peanut butter for scenes from small towns sandwich. in each of the 50 states. This Wednesday, Feb. 20 will be the fifth time the Stew and biscuit, pickles, Advisory Committee has applesauce, cookie. considered the topic “Small Thursday, Feb. 21 Town America”. The Hoagie patty on bun, corn, committee has thus far pear, sweetheart cake. rejected honoring small Friday, Feb. 22 towns. Consequently, timely Pizza buns, carrot and letters to the postmaster celery, applesauce, cookie. may prompt the committee to approve this worthy Fuller St; School series. Monday, Feb. 18 Thanks for considering Pizza buns, peas, cherry small towns for a postal sauce with topping. stamp subject. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Sincerely yours, Burritos (plain or cheese Mike & Maggie LaNoue topping), or Chef salad, Albion green beans, peaches. Wednesday, Feb. 20 ignoring the statistics of Macaroni and cheese, abused, molested, murdered celery sticks, mixed fruit, chidlren who weren’t egg salad sandwich. wanted. Thursday, Feb. 21 Your forgetting that the Chop suey, rice or noodles, number of young girls or chef salad, carrots, having babies has risen pickles, butter sandwich. dramatically (even since Friday, Feb. 22 Wade vs. Roe) and choosing Tacos, lettuce and cheese, to turn your backs on women baked beans, pudding with in trouble. These are con­ fruit, peanut butter sand­ scientious women who know wich. that they cannot nurture a child as it should be, for one ACTION-ADS reason or another. NOTICE VERMONTVILLE I challenge you - Lifers RESIDENTS: Vermontville Instead of meeting one a Village Council will hold its month for propaganda regular meeting on Monday, distribution start a crisis Feb. 18, 1985, at 7:30 p.m. in center in Maple Valley. Find out from the Department of Village Hall. COMPUTER SALE: 10 to 25 Social Services how many percent off all computers, children are abused and disk drives, printers, and molested in Barry and Eaton software. 7250 Assyria Rd., Counties. Nashville. 852-1784, Nash­ Then get out and do some good. How many of you ville. (3-5) belong to the Barry County KALAMO STORAGE: Peace Group? Do you work Stores most vehicles for $20 for Peace? One nuclear per month. Motorcycles only bomb could kill all the $15. Phone now and reserve children bom since Wade vs. your space. 517-726-0215, Roe! Vermontville. R.V.s Jan Kalnbach welcome. All vehicles stored Nashville, MI inside on concrete, (tfn) Maplewood P.T.O. news The Maplewood P.T.O. will hold its annual Spelling Bee on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. in the gym. Our carnival will be Friday, March 15. This year’s theme will be teddy bears. A note with all the details will be sent home soon. Karen Reid will be in charge and could use some help. Be sure to contact her if you’re available. Duo pictures will be From our readers To the Editor: We are seeking the help of your readers in making a recommendation to the Postmaster General that “Small Town, America’’ become the topic for a series of U.S. postage stamps. Other countries have honored small towns with stamps. The U.S. has not. We think this is an oversight and small towns are long overdue this form of recognition. The Citizens’ Stamp Ad­ visory Committee that reviews subject matter for stamps will meet again in March and will consider the “Small Town, America” series then. We urge anyone who supports the notion that small towns deserve recognition on postage stamps to write in support of To the Editor: In the same edition of the Reminder that showed an unborn eagle and an unborn fetus (all fetuses used by movies and pictures are second and third trimester) was notice of a meeting at which the speaker was discussing child abuse. All the “Hoopla” by “lifers” and M&M’s concentrates of the fetus and forgets the women and ultimately, the child. Why aren’t you Right to Lifers staffing centers that give alternatives to abor­ tion? We Pro-Choice people are! Why aren aren’’tt you volunteering your time in spouse and child abuse shelters? We Pro-Choice people are! Why aren’t you pressuring schools to inform kids about responsibilities, sex education and birth control? Why aren’t you putting your money where your mouths are and setting up adoption centers for the unwanted children that will be born because of your tactics? I’ll tell you why! You’re hiding inside your churches, Nash continues work on House Committees Fifty-sixth District State the ranking Republican, on Representative Ernest Nash each of the committees. Nash, a former Michigan (R-Dimondale) has been informed by the leadership State trooper, added that the of the Michigan House of judiciary committee is of Representatives that he will particular interest to him continue to serve on the and that crime prevention House Committees of the will be one of the major Judiciary, Administrative issues facing the Legislature Rules, and the Legislative during the next two years. “The House Judiciary Council. Nash has also been Committee is the focal point assigned as the ranking for many of the legislative Republican on the new initiatives to help deter Legislative Oversight crime in Michigan,” Nash explained. “I look forward to Committee. Nash, who is serving his working with my colleagues sixth term in the State to help curb crime in mid­ Legislature, representing all Michigan and throughout the of Eaton County, remains state.” Nash’s other appointments reflect his expertise in the Maple Valley sells seeds; plans for FFA Week The Maple Valley FFA Chapter is now selling garden vegetables and flower seeds and a variety of rose bushes. FFA members will soon be contacting you for your spring gardening needs. FFA Week is Feb. 18-22. This means many different activities both in and out of school. This is a nationwide event to show people from all walks of 4ife what agriculture and the agribusiness industries aie all about. It is important that both rural as well as urban citizens of this country realize how crucial the agricultural industry is to the United States. The future of agriculture is with the FFA youth, so please sup­ port our efforts, said a spokesperson. legislative process. The Legislative Oversight Committee deals with the operations of the House of Representatives and oversees the operation of state government. “The Joint Committee on Administrative Rules deals directly with the promulgation of rules by state agencies and is critical to the legislative process,” Nash explained. “The Legislative Council is the actual business end of the entire Michigan Legislature, including the State Liberty, the legislative corrections ombudsman, and the Consumers Coun­ cil,” he concluded. Flowers by Jan Handmade Silk Flowers for weddings and all occasions. Packages of flower cuts by... Pretty Petals” are also available. Come in and look around! HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 4:00 Closed weekends and Holidays except by appointment. 9749 Nashville Highway Vermontville, Michigan (517)726-1191 240 South Cochran Avenue Charlotte, Michigan 48813 PHONE... m*s 54© 3-0920 _— OR — CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC., INC. 482-2700 RETIRES OR YOUNG FAMILY! This is a home for you! 2 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, nice kit­ chen, all neat and clean, large lot, 2 story garage in Nashville. $25,000 with possible FHA/VA terms. Call Homer 726-0223. (HJ-75-PN) GREAT INVESTMENT. Good home with an a­ partment upstairs, beautiful downstairs, 3bedrooms, upstairs 2-bedrooms, rent the.up- stair apartment and live down. Nashville City. Walking distance of downtown. Call George Williams 852-9833. (BGW-78-SN) MAPLE VALLEY. 3 BEDROOM RANCH built in 1970 on almost 3 acres, walkout basement, 2 car garage with workshop, large dog pen, paved road, natural gas. A good buy!! Call Homer 726-0223. (HJ-73-IV) SPRING TIME. Gorgeous lakefront home on Thornapple Lake. Custom built 2 bedroom home, stone fireplace, large living­ room toward lake. 2-car garage. Lot of extra's. $59,900. with easy land contract terms. Let's go Fishin! I Call George Williams 852-9833 or 948-2016. THINK EARLY AMERICAN - 4 bedroom home on 13 acres in Vermontville, nicely restored, mature shade, beauty shop was operated in the home, large open front porch. $49,900. Call Homer 726-0223. (HJ-70-MV) BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANN. All ornate beige brick home. Super corner lot with 2-car garage. Home done in light oak woodwork. Beauti­ ful black marble fireplace, lots of extra's, great for large family. Possible 8-bedrooms. Priced to sell. Move in day of closing. Call George Williams 852-9833. (BGW-74-WN) MINI-FARM COUNTRY HOME on 5 acres near NASHVILLE CITY. Good investment property. 2-units, 2-bedrooms up, 2-bedrooms down, corner lot. Separate parking. Easy terms. Call George Williams 852-9833. Maple Valley High School. New kitchen, new vinyl siding, possible rental unit upstairs, horse barn and other buildings, shaded yard, natural gas. Call Homer 726-0223 (HJ-62-MV �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1985 — Page 12 The clowns performed tricks for their parents. WELCOME VALENTINE’S DAY WITH POP CORN SWEETS The custom of celebrating Valentine’s Day with the ex­ change of sweets and other tokens of affection began during an ancient Roman festival. The first Valentine’s greeting card, made of raised paper, dates back to the 1790’s. To continue this loving tradition, celebrate February 14 with family and friends by exchanging special cards and sharing sweets made from pop corn. A folder featuring a variety of pop corn recipes plus a “how-to” holiday and party crafts section may be obtained by sending the pennant from any JOLLY TIME product or 25<t along with your name, address and zip to JOLLY TIME, P.O. Box 178, Sioux City, Iowa 51102. A pop corn ball maker, made of durable molded plastic, also is available by sending $1.00 to the JOLLY TIME address. POPCORN HEART 2 quarts popped Jolly Time Pop Corn 4 tablespoons butter 6 cups miniature marshmallows (1-pkg.) red cherries for decoration Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place popped corn in a large, 4-inch deep buttered baking pan. Keep warm in oven. Butter a 6-cup heart-shaped cake pan. In a double boiler or large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in and melt marshmallows. Remove pop corn from oven. Pour butter mixture over pop corn, stirring to coat evenly. Pack the pop corn mixture into the heart-shaped pan. Chill. To remove the cake from the pan, place the pan in a shallow dish of warm water and loosen edges with aspatula. Decorate with cherries. POP CORN BALLS 2 1 ’/s ’/a ’A 1/a 1 quarts popped Jolly Time Pop Corn cup granulated sugar or firmly packed brown sugar cup light or dark corn syrup cup water cup (Vz stick) butter or margarine teaspoon salt teaspoon vanilla Keep popped corn warm in a 250 degree oven. In a 2quart saucepan, stir together sugar, corn syrup, water, butter and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil. Attach candy thermometer to pan. Continue without stirring until mixture reaches 270 degrees F. or until a small amount dropped into very cold water separates into hard, but not brittle, threads. Remove from heat. Add vanilla and stir only enough to mix it through hot syrup. Pour syrup slowly over popped corn, mixing with a fork. Shape into balls with pop corn ball maker. Makes about 8. Jamie Potter, Scott Stickles and John Nash were the clowns in the afternoon circus performance. Maplewood kindergarteners perforin circus for parents— The kindergarten circus performers paraded around playing their imaginary instruments when the circuk was over. 1985 corn hybrids bulletin available by Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director moisture than the average and nine percent less moisture than the wettest hybrids tested. Stalk breakage averaged 13 percent for hybrids with the highest amount of stalk lodging, four percent for the average and 0.2 percent for the lowest. Details of the performance of the 390 corn hybrids is listed in Extension Bulletin E-431, now available at your County Extension office. The cost of the publication is 40 cents. Hybrid com trails are conducted each year by the Michigan Agricultural Experiment Station in cooperation with the Cooperative Extension Service, seed corn com­ panies and farmers. Many different hybrids are offered for sale in Michigan. They differ in yield ability, maturity, lodging resistance and other characteristics. Choosing the best corn hybrids is an important part ACTION-ADS of profitable corn produc­ tion. By planting the best WANTED: Tree work and hybrids, higher yields and clean up. 852-9090, Nashville. other improvements can be BABY-SITTER NEEDED obtained with little or no IMMEDIATELY: Nashville increase in production costs. area, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seed of the best hybrids Must have own tran­ generally costs no more than sportation. Will consider live seed of hybrids with lower in. 852-1935 after6:30 p.m. (219) _______ performance. The highest yielding REFRIG. & STOVE FOR hybrids in the 1984 trails SALE: Both work excellent produced 28 bushels’ more and are clean. Ph. 517-852­ corn per acre than the 9724 Nashville. average of the 390 hybrids USE THE TIRE CHANGER tested and 59 bushels more FREE with the rental of any than the lowest tested. At the bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, 19 testing locations the yields Village of Kai am <1, 8 a.m. to were 145 for the highest, 117 7 p.m., seven days a week. for the average and 85 for the 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) lowest yielding hybrids. The driest hybrids at harvest Phone 945-9554 for contained five percent less ACTION-ADS! Linda Jones' morning and afternoon kindergarten classes performed a "Munchkin Circus" for their parents Thursday. Here, Andi LeValley portrays a tightrope walker. Jones stated the children will be taking a trip, funded by the Vermontville PTO, to Lansing's Civic Center to attend the Caravan Circus there on March 7. Shawn Bigelow portrays the ringmaster of the Munchkin Circus. Here, he holds the hoop for the "lion" to leap through as a part of the animal act. �The Mopie Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 12, 1985 — Page 13 Link seen between aspirin and Reye Syndrome In the midst of the flu season, important new in­ formation has become available about the development - in teens and children with flu - of Reye syndrome, a rare but serious condition that kills 20 to 30 percent of its young victims and leaves many survivors brain-damaged. The new information comes from a U.S. Public Health Service pilot study of a possible link seen in four earlier state studies between the use of aspirin in treating flu or chicken pox and an increased risk of Reye syndrome. The Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences has reviewed the pilot study and found “strong support” for the link. Although personnel from the Food and Drug Ad­ ministration, the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control will continue the study through next winter, the Institute of Medicine advised that the federal government not wait to inform and protect the public. As a result, Health and Human Services Secretary Margaret M. Heckler has asked manufacturers to remove any recommended use in flu and chicken pox from aspirin-containing products aimed at children - and to add a warning to all aspirin-containing products against use for flu and chicken pox in children and teens. The pilot study looked at the histories of drug treat­ ments and other factors of 29 young people who got Reye syndrome last year. Use of aspirin for flu or chicken pox symptoms was the common thread shown in 28 of the 29 (whereas ordinarily less than half the young people with flu or chicken pox would be expected to take aspirin). U.S. Surgeon General C. Everett Koop, M.D., has said that most childhood illnesses are self-limiting and usually don’t require any medication at all. Doctors often suggest that a child with fever simply be made comfortable with cool compresses. Of course, physicians continue to find aspirin useful and safe for adult, teen and childhood arthritis and other conditions. Reye syndrome is a rare condition -- a few hundred cases a year. It was named in 1963 for an Australian pathologist who described it as a swelling of the brain, combined with liver malfunction and blood chemistry disorders leading to most cases of death. Improved recognition and early treatment of the disease has helped reduce Serving Our Country David G. Munn Pfc. David G. Munn, son of Philip H. Munn of 1153 St. Joe, Vermontville, and Veronica J..Munn of 200A Cloverland Apartments, Lakeview, has completed the Army’s construction machine operator course at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. " Sterling T. Clifton Airman Sterling T. Clifton, son of Theodore and Julia C. Clifton of 20795 M-37, Battle Creek, has been assigned to Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, after completing Air Force basic training. During the six weeks at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate During the course, students were trained to operate and maintain heavy construction equipment and received practical experience by actually working at construction sites. He is a 1984 graduate of Western Michigan University at Kalamazoo. degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force. The airman will now receive specialized instruction in the civil engineering field. He was a basic training honor graduate. The airman’s wife, Catherine, is the daughter of Donald M. and Mary Brown of 13657 13 Mile Road, Bellevue, Mich. Clifton received an associate degree in 1983 from Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek. When you want results.. . . . give our classified department a call I If you want to turn your unwanted items into cash, we'll help you write an ad that will get fast results! Whatever you want to buy or sell, you'll get action with a Want Ad! Ifs easy ..turn those unwanted items into cash... with an Action Ad — Call 945-9554 the death rate, but still about one out of four reported cases are fatal. It is crucial to take action quickly if Reye’s symptoms occur whether or not aspirin or an aspirincontaining product has been used. The first sign is generally persistent vomiting. The young person may be sleepy and lethargic, but still responsive. Within half a day, he or she can become disoriented, combative and delirious. Untreated, the teenager or child can go into a coma and die. Thus, Reye is a medical emergency. A child with Reye syndrome symptoms must be taken immediately to a hospital, where blood and body fluid can be monitored and a respirator used if breathing fails. Surgery may be needed, in some cases, to relieve pressure on the swollen brain. Therefore, act promptly ifyou suspect Reye syndrome. Soil testing can help locate the bank by Roger A. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent For years farmers have been putting money into their soil banks building good soil fertility, especially phosphorus (P) levels, to improve crop yields. Today over fifty percent of Michigan corn soils have available P levels (median value of 94 Ib-A well above the level where any ad­ ditional yield response can be expected. Instead of borrowing money from the local banker to buy additional phosphorus fertilizer (which will not produce any additional yield response) the farmer needs to draw money (phosphorus) from the soil bank. Not all fields are a phosphorus bank. Some may need ad­ ditional P fertilizer. Soil CARD OF THANKS The families of Myrtle Julian wishes to express our thanks and appreciation to our relatives; friends and neighbors for their many acts of kindness, expressions of sympathy, flowers and cards during the loss of our mother and grandmother. We wish to thank the nurses at Pennock Hospital, Drs. McAlvey and Collins, the nurses and staff at Medical Care Facility for their loving, wonderful care. A special thanks to Rev. Mary Curtiss for being there with us through this time, and for her comforting words. Thanks also to VogtWren Funeral Chapel for their services. Many thanks to the ladies of the V.F.W. in Nashville for their lovely lunch, and Carl’s Supermarket. Your thoughtfulness and prayers will always be remembered. Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Hansen Mr. & Mrs. Lewis Sherman Mr. & Mrs. Heber Hansen Mr. & Mrs. Max Simpson Ms. Sylvia Fisher grandchildren & great-grandchildren CARD OF THANKS A big thank you to all who sent me cards and letters, brought me gifts and goodies to eat, visits both in the hospital and since returning home, telephone calls, and last but by no means least, prayers. A special thanks to my family for their loving care and for helping out in so many ways, Edgar Smith and Ben Mason for keeping my driveway clear and ice and snow off my house roof, Brad Dickinson for clearing away the fallen tree after the ice storm, Rev. Lynn Wagner for visits in the hospital. May God bless each and every one of you. Gretchen Pixley testing wilHielp locate those fields with or without a phosphorus bank. Soils vary in the amount of P2O5 (phosphate) required to increase the soil test P level 1 Ib-A. Sandy soils may require as little as five pounds. P2O5-A and fine textured clay soils may require as much as 20 lbs. P2O5-A. Drawdown of P levels in soils occurs in a similar way. For example, a farmer grows 150 bushels of corn per acre on a soil which requires 10 lbs. P2O5-A to increase the soil test level one pound P-A. Since 50 lbs. P2O5 is removed in the corn grain the soil test level can be expected to decrease about five pounds P-A. Hence, the higher the present P soil test the longer a farmer can draw from the phosphorus soil bank without reducing yields. One-fourth of the corn field soils tested in Michigan have extractable P levels over 150 lb. P-A when the probability of a yield response ap­ proaches zero anytime the Soil test is over 80 lbs. P-A. Hence, many farmers in a financial squeeze can lode to their soil phosphorus bank for assistance. At 20 cents per pound of P2O5 some growers have a sizable balance in their soil bank account. Darwin Morgan of Lansing's Boarshead theater works with fourth graders in Pat Hanson's class at Fuller school, acquainting them with the world of theater. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Boarshead actors work with local students By Shelly Sulser During the second phase of a three-part program designed to introduce the world of theater and playwriting to Maple Valley’s youngsters, actors Darwin Morgan and Emily Ball of Lansing’s Boarshead Theater visited local elementary schools last week. Their visit was a follow-up of a December workshop conducted by Michelle Napier, education director for the theater. Napier’s visit to fourth grade classes at Fuller and Maplewood schools included instruction on the basics of playwriting, while Morgan’s visit Was an acting workshop. Morgan stated that the third phase will be March 29, when a stage of actors from the theater will perform the play, “Get a Handle on Your Mitten.” The play will be performed at both Fuller and Maplewood schools, where Morgan said the actors will be able to show the children what they have taught them. While Ball worked with Linda Andre’s students at Maplewood school, Morgan began the day in Pat Han­ son’s classroom at Fuller by reading and critiquing five plays written by different students in the class. Morgan later helped the class write one play together, teaching them to incorporate into the play the four basic elements of acting: concentration, cooperation, imagination and observation. “The purpose of the acting workshop is to open the children up to theater,” said Morgan. The workshops are being conducted in the Muskegon, Eaton County, Van Buren and Maple Valley school districts and are financed by a grant from the Michigan Council for the Hunamities. ACTION-ADS SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING : Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Only S *J1L /1 OO per year in B__arry C_ounty MAIL THIS COUPONTODAY„._ { Send my subscription to: __ ! ADDRESS CITY_________________ STATE Enclosed is my payment for: 8 .MTsos ~ □ ZIP $8 5() Sfudents (9 months) surrounding Counties lAllegon. Calhoun, Eaton, loma, Kalamazoo. Kent) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 �Th* M**rf* V*4i*v N*wt. ft**b**l* Tvfcfywy 12. 1*B5 — ^*9*14 How to select standby electric power systems ExtasmdM Director The Jan. 1 ice rtorm ha* certainly created much interest fn portable or PTO powered aMemaUn Electricity has become eaoMhal to farm eperaUsn and family living Vent dialing fans, water pumps, furnaces, refrigerators, and other vital equipment require uninterrupted outage that tosts very long can cue suffocation of animals in controlM rn vironment * belter s. food spoilage, frozen pipes and lost of production A property sized, installed and maintained standby Hectnc power system can eliminate most of the financial loss and inconvenience resulting from a power outage. There are two types of alternators that you can use for standby electric power, engine direct-connected drive, and tractor driven (PTO) The engine driven units can be started manually or automatical R Small units are generally engine driven and portable Alternator size refers to electrical power output Ratings are usually ex­ pressed in kilowatts (KW). One kilowatt is equal to 1000 watt*. Some manufacturer* list two KW ratings on an alternator, the higher rating is the abort time overload capacity, the lower rating is the continuous output An alternator is sized for a load on the basis of the continuous or lower rating, but the overload capacity should be about 75 percent higher for Register now for preschool story hours and kindergarten round-up Spring preschool story hour will begin Monday, Feb. 25, from 1 to 2 p m.. for five consecutive Monday sessions. Registration fee is $3 for the entire five sessions, which will be collected on the first seaston attended Kindergarten round-up will be April 17, If you have a child that will be starting kindergarten this fall, please contact the school office. If you know of a family that may have a child that should start this fall, please notify their parents sothat they can contact us. To register for story hour or kindergarten rwnd up, call the school at 726-0600 Enter Culinary Arts competition at MSU Mar. 10 4-H’ers would you like to exhibit or demonstrate “how to make" special bread gifts for judging at the MSU Kellogg Center? Then plan to enter the Eighth Annual Salon of Culinary Arts, Sunday, March 10, at the Big Ten Room, Kellogg Center, Michigan State University. Not only will you be exhibiting an entry, but you will meet professional chefs, view food exhibits prepared by MSU Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management students and Lansing area restaurants, see demonstrations by professional chefs and Public invited to hear diabetes instructor at Lions Club meeting The public is invited to hear Beverly SI anka, diabetes instructor at Pennock Hospital, speak on diabetes at the Monday, Feb. 18 meeting of the Nashville Lions Club. The meeting will start at 7:45 p.m. at the Catholic Church Community Building in Nashville Slanka will talk about the disease and offer tips on how to cope with it. Jane, Dawn and Chad are proud to announce the arrival of their new sister Kate Gretchen born on Jan. 18, 1985 Lansing General Hospital, weighing 7 lbs. 94 ozs. and was 20 inches long. Proud parents Fred and Kathy Spears Jr. of Nash­ ville. Proud grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold L. Stewart of Nashville and Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Spears of Vermontville. Proud great­ grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard O’Brien of Dimondale and Mrs. Thelma Stewart of Nashville. Michigan 4-H members, and receive a participation certificate and compete for a best of show award. The Salon is sponsored by the Capitol Professional Chefs Association of Lansing in cooperation with MSU School of Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management, MSU Cooperative Extension Service, 4-H Youth Payment, MSU Culinary Arts Club, Housing and Food Service Division ofMSU. Entries will be exhibited for public viewing Noon to 6 p.m., Sunday, March 10. Pre­ registration is required at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Office by Feb. 21. Students sell Maple Tree seedlings The sale of seedling sugar maple trees is scheduled to begin this week by Maplewood school children, according to Maplewood PTO president, Sally Martin. The money making project centers around the hopes that local people will want to replenish the depleting number of sugar maples which are being lost to various causes yearly, say PTO members. The 2-3 inch seedlings can be ordered now at the price of two for $1 or ten for $4.50 and will be delivered by mid­ April. As an added attraction, these trees will also be sold during the Maple Syrup Festival to visitors who would like an inexpensive long-living souvenir of this syrup producing community. CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) Doug Vogt remembered as an active community member starting motors. The alternator may Funeral services were be sized to power the entire electrical load on the farm or home, but generally only the most feat i*l equipment and lights are considered Many methods are in use for determining the proper size alternator for a particular application. Sizing alter­ nators would be easier if it were not for electric motors which draw three to five times as much current when they are starting as when they reach running speed The alternator must be capable of supplying these short time high power demands. The table below may be used as a general guide for alternator selec­ tion, but remember this table is based upon averages, and the size may not be adequate for farms or homes with high electrical demands. Guide for selecting typical farm and home alternator. The residence is included as a part of each farm operation listed. Dairy Farm - 40 to 50 cows, 15-25 KW; 60 to 100 cows, 20­ 30 KW; 120 to 200 cows, 50KW. Poultry Farm - 8 to 10,000 birds, 15-20 KW; 15­ 18,000 birds, 20-30 KW;2530,000 birds, 30-50 KW. Hog Farm, 15-25 KW. Beef Farm (mechanical feeding) 25-50 KB Greenhouse (no refrigeration) 25-50 KW. Residence (non-farm) without electric range, 4KW; with electric range andor air conditioning 10-15 KW. A standby alternator must be connected to the wiring in a way that will prevent the accidental interconnection of the alternator and the power lines. This is required by elecrical codes and all electrical power supplier*. A double-throw transfer switch is generally the most practical way to connect the alternator to the wiring. The transfer switch will keep the alternator isolated from the power lines at all times, thus preventing feedback of alternator voltage on power lines, which would endanger the life of repairmen working on the lines. It also eliminates the possiblity of the alternator being damaged when normal power is restored, thus protecting the investment of the alternator. For more information on the installation and sizing of standby electric power system request MSU Ex­ tension bulletin E-1044, price: 30 cents. held Saturday for 39-year-old Douglass G. Vogt, son of the former owner of the Vogt Chapel in Nashville, George Vogt. Doug died Wednesday following a long illness. Doug was an active member of the community, having served as president and zone chairman of the Nashville Lions Club in 1980 and 1981, and zone chairman again in 1983-84. Doug also served as the deputy district governor of the Lions Club in 1982-83 and was currently serving his second term in that position. Lions Club secretary Nelson Brumm stated that “he was a good member...he worked to get new members and always kept up with new things.” Brumm also Doug Vogt of Nashville will be remembered for his commented that Doug had earned the title of “key" community activities. He died last week after a member of the Lions Club, lengthy illness. which means that he had Vogt was also a member of Chapter No. 171 RAM. and recruited four new people to Nashville Lodge No. 255 Free the Charlotte Commandry join the Nashville chapter. and Accepted Masons, Zion No. 37 Knights Templar No-till conference at MSU Feb. 21 A conference for farmers who are using conservation tillage or those who are planning to use it is being offered by the Western Michigan University Division of Continuing Education. The Southwest Michigan No Til Conference will be from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Still time for 4-Her’s to apply for Washington trip The deadline to apply as one of three Eaton County 4­ H membrs who will have the chance to participate in the 1985 National 4 H Citizenship-Washington Focus Trip has been extended to Feb. 20. As of yet, we haven’t received any applications. Don’t be “out” when op­ portunity knocks. This is an excellent trip. 4-H’ers bet­ ween the ages of 15 and 18 who are interested in citizenship, government, and heritage, as well as developing leadership. The delegates will also meet 4H’ers from Michigan and across the country. Part of the cost of the trip will be sponsored by the Eaton County 4-H Council. Trip applications are available at the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service. Phone 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. Thursday, Feb. 21, in the MSU Student Center. Participants will hear about the results on the response ofsoils and crops to no-till, ridge-till and other conservation methods. They also will find out where equipment is available and where to get additional technical assistance, and will have an opportunity to meet with leaders in con­ servation tillage. Persons may choose from Syrup Queen, from front of the National Honor Society, the Spanish Club, 4 H, a Youth Fellowship Group, and the Quiz Bowl. She participates in track and cross country and is a for­ mer cheerleader. Her hobbies include reading, doing ceramic projects, running, riding three-wheelers, swimming and biking. As for making syrup, Polly says she can “recall washing buckets, cleaning spiles, tapping trees, gathering sap, watching grandpa boil it, and then tasting the hot sweet maple syrup al grandpa poured it into the cans. After hauling the cans up to the house, I helped grandma clean and label each one.” Her grand­ parents retired from making syrup three years ago. The Vermontville Maple two registration fees: $7, which includes a conference luncheon; or $5, which does not include lunch. Persons desiring to register and include the lunch should do so by Friday, Feb. 15. Walk­ in registrations will be ac­ cepted at the door, but lunch will not be included. To register, persons may write the Division of Con­ tinuing Education, WMU, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, or call (616) 383-0795. Syrup Queen is selected according to her technical knowledge and first-hand knowledge of the maple syrup making process or plans to participate this season; her interest in the annual festival and its im­ portance to the community; the content and form of an essay; extracurricular in­ terests and activities, long term goals; congeniality and personality; poise and the ability to answer questions clearly; general ap­ pearance; and- maturity, responsibility and intrinsic values. The six-candidates for the queen contest were in­ terviewed by a panel of three-judges after a dinner sponsored by the Ver­ montville Lions Club. Ser­ ving as judges were Gordon Sparks, Janet Rushford and Elaine Gilbert. Enter now for 1985 Michigan Beef 'Cook*off If you have an original beef dish that you’re par­ ticularly proud of, now is the time to enter it in the Michigan Beef Cook-Off. You could win an all ex­ pense paid trip to Wichita, Kansas to compete for $10,000 in national prize money. The top five winners receive gift boxed beef. To enter, send a typed copy of your best beef recipe (using only chuck, round, fresh brisket, plate, shank or ground beef) to the Michigan Beef Industry Commission, 815 Coolidge Road Suite 307 Lansing, MI 48912. Include your name, address, phone number and a brief statement about the origin of your recipe. Be sure to enter your recipe soon. Deadline for entry is April 15, 1985. Nine finalists will compete at the Michigan Beef Cook-Off, on June 8, 1985, at the Meridian Mall in Okemos. Prizes are $50 for first place (plus an all expense paid trip for two to the national cook-off); $45 for second place; $35 for third; and $25 for two honorable mentions, Ad­ ditionally, the first-place winner will represent Michigan at the National Beef Cook-Off, Sept. 24-26, in Wichita, Kansas. Prizes at the national level are: first place, $5,000; second place, $2,500; third place, $1,000; five honorable mentions, $300 each. All recipes must contain a minimum of one pound of beef and not more than five, and each serving must contain at least three ounces of cooked beef Meat used must be exclusively beef. Cooking time cannot exceed four hours. The recipe must be specific, with no use of brand names, and must state the number of servings and approximate preparation time. All entries become the property of the Michigan Cat tie Women, Inc. Contestants must be 18 years old or older, with non­ professional food status. Any person w ho has owned one or more head of beef or dairy cattle (or who lives in a household where any person has owned cattle) in the twelve months proceeding Oct. 1, 1985 is ineligible, CattleWomen or employees of state beef councils or the National Live Stock and Meat Board are also ineligible. Recipes are judged ac* cording to taste, ease of preparation and prac­ ticality, originality and appearance. Ilie Michigan Cook-Off is sponsored by the Michigan CattleWomen. 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February 19. 1985 Three vie for Nashville Village Trustee seats By Shelly Sulser When Nashville voters go to the polls in the March 11 general election, the names of two incumbents and one newcomer will be on the ballot vying for three village council trustee seats. Trustees Gerald Kent and Richard Chaffee Jr. hope to recapture their current council positions, while Richard Furlong hopes to clinch the spot trustee Forrest Babcock is vacating with his decision to not seek Vermontville woman dies in car accident Judith Bemis, 41, of 9313 Highway, Kelly Vermontville, died Tuesday, Feb. 12, when the car she was riding in was struck head on by a car driven by 40-year-old Tom Badgley of East Lansing. According to news reports, Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies said the eastbound Badgley vehicle spun out of control on an icy stretch of Mt. Hope Road east of Royston Road, crossed the center line and hit the westbound Bemis vehicle. Bemis reportedly died of head and chest injuries, with fractures multiple at Sparrow Hospital after being transferred from St. Lawrence where her husband, Michael Bemis, 43, is listed in fair condition. Bemis, who was a case worker at the Eaton County Department of Social Services, is survived by her husband, Michael; four sons, Jeffery Melton of Ft. Benning, Ga., Kevin Melton, Todd Melton, and Daniel Melton, all of Lansing; one stepdaughter, Michelle Bemis; one stepson, Thomas Bemis of Lansing; her mother, Freida Smith of Potterville; brother, James Smith, Jr. of Eaton Rapids. Funeral services were held Saturday at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. reelection. All are Republicans. Kent, of 325 Queen St., is a 42-year resident of the village, and is a former trustee and president pro­ tein of the council. He is also a former member of the Nashville Planning Com­ mission. A 1949 graduate of Nash­ ville High School, Kent is the son of the late Walter and Mildred Kent. He is the owner of Kent Oil Company in Nashville and retired last September from the Nash­ ville volunteer fire depart­ ment, after 32 years of service, which included the offices of assistant chief; secretary and treasurer; and captain at various times. Incumbent Richard Chaffee Jr. of 729 Durkee Street was born in Hastings and has resided in Nashville for 17 years. He graduated from Nashville High School in 1956, and is the son of June and Richard Chaffee Sr. For the past 17 years, Chaffee has owned and operated the - Nashville Locker Service. Chaffee and his wife, Marilyn, have a son, Brian. In community activities, Chaffee has been affiliated Gerald Kent with the Nashville Business Owner’s Association and is currently president of the Maple Valley Recreational Development Committee. If reelected, Chaffee said, he would like to continue “to help run the village as best I can,” he said. Richard Furlong lives on Reed Street, and has lived most of his life in Nashville. During the 16 years Furlong was away from Nashville, he served as president of the Carson City Frontier Days Richard Chaffee Jr. for two years, president of the Downtown Business Association for one year, and was an ambulance volunteer for a year. When Richard was a youngster, his father was a Nashville council member. Richard and wife Suellen have three children: Cindy, 13, Priscilla, 12, and Richard, 9. Furlong also has two other children, Chris, 16, of Detroit and Shelly, 14, lives in Woodland. Furlong is employed by Carl’s Richard Furlong Supermarket and attends the First Baptist Church of Nashville. Of his feelings .about Nash­ ville, Furlong said: “I grew up here. It’s a nice com­ munity and I’d like to con­ tinue running the city for my kids.” Furlong also com­ mented that “I’d like to see the Harvest Festival come back and grow.” Forrest Babcock, 69, chose not to seek reelection to the council, after serving eight years in the trustee post. Silent Observer program is taking shape in Nashville before the council at its regular meeting Thursday. Silent observer provides the opportunity for a person witnessing a crime to call a designated telephone Boosters Spaghetti number to report the crime without having to identify his Supper, Friday or herself. The caller would Remember how good the then be eligible for a reward last one way? Well, this one should the criminal be arrested and convicted. is going to be just as good. In order to implement a This Friday evening, 5 p.m.- Silent Observer program in 7:30 p.m. a spaghetti supper Nashville, funding is needed will be served at the Jr.-Sr. for reward money and a High cafeteria. board must be established to Included in the $2.50 meal decide whether an award is is all the spaghetti you can suitable in each particular eat, homemade foils, cole­ case that may arise. slaw and either coffee or Council member Bob milk. Children’s meals are Harvey said that if a silent only $2. Home-made pie will observer tips off the police, be available for an extra 50 the board would have the duty of either approving or cents. Proceeds from this benefit disapproving the tranhelp the Maple Valley saction. “I think it (silent ob­ Athletic Boosters provide baseball uniforms for the server) is 100 percent. I think it has very good merit,” said team. Police Chief Gene Koetje, Mr. Lenz and Mr. Har- adding that it has been very tenburg will be providing successful in Hastings. experienced kitchen help for Mayor John Hughes stated Donna Mahan as she that the council is in support 'supervises. Pat Lenz and of the program but “I would Audrey Hartenburg will like to see a board formed coordinate help in the kit­ first before I commit any chen and dining areas. money to it,” he said. Bring a friend and support Harvey has talked with all your teams while enjoying a the business people in town good meal and the basketball about the program and, he game against Battle Creek reports, they are willing to­ S‘ »G S PUBLIC URSTB^ rt i t with contributions. By Shelly Sulser The possibility of starting a silent observer program in Nashville was brought It's no big deal to me. . . The lure of a title showdown between Maple Valley and Bronson came up a trifle short for two-year-old Amy Reid of Nashville, who decided she would rather read a book than watch last Friday's basketball game. Even though Amy, shown here with Gina Lehman, wasn't crushed, the Lions lost the game 62-60 and fell out of SMAA title contention. The game story is inside on page 10. (Maple Valley News photo) 121 S. CHUR® STRST FE 20’85 Hastings, Michigan Concerning another matter, Maple Valley Recreational Development Committee President Dick Chaffee reported there has been no apparent interest in reviving the Harvest Festival, besides that shown by David Mace. “No one besides Mace has said one word about the festival since it came out in the paper,” Chaffee said. In other business, the council: —Agreed to run an ad­ vertisement in the Maple Valley News requesting contributions for Silent Observer and applications from those interested in serving on the Silent Ob­ server board. —Approved the payment of $400 to the Transfer Recycling Board. —Decided to schedule a public hearing for Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. to discuss the villages revenue sharing funds, followed ''by the con­ sideration of commercial facilities exemption cer­ tificate transfer for Daye Mace from Russ Furlong. The council also discussed the possibility of granting a request from a muzzle loading club to come to Nashville for a day-long demonstration. No action was taken. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News For the readers who may have missed this weekly offering in the last few issues of the News, a word in the way of explanation: Your scribe was enjoying a nearly three-week journey that took her as far west as Arizona and Nevada and deep into the heart of Texas to visit family and friends. Weather in the Southwest was generally delightful, ranging from the mid-50s to 70s for daytime highs — good bootless weather with plenty of bright sunshine to lift one’s spirits. On the Gulf Coast of Texas last Sunday (the 10th), thermometers soared to 73 degrees and spawned some tornadic winds before the day was over. "Nowhere in our ap­ proximately 5,000-mile journey did we run into bitter winter weather, except around the Great Lakes — on both departure and arrival. During the trip, your reporter experienced travel by nearly all means of public transportation: bus, train, taxi and plane, and could write a book on the pros and cons of each. Suffice it to say that the only one she found reasonably on schedule was Amtrak for a cross-Texas trek. The airlines might have been on time except for wretched weather conditions around the Great Lakes which on our return Tuesday had forced closure of all but three runways at O’Hare Field and all but one at Detroit’s Metro Airport. An alert airlines agent at Houston, aware of the worsening situation in this area, was responsible for getting your scribe on a flight more than three hours earlier than scheduled in an attempt to outrun the storm. With delays en route, we arrived only somewhat over an hour late — before weather conditions in Michigan deteriorated from bad to worse. Needless to say, it was quite a shock to return to Nashville to find the village virtually buried in mounds of white. While there had been some snow on the ground when we left, it was nowhere near the two-foot level depth now measured here. Curb­ side banks are four to five feet tall, high enough to obscure mailboxes and restrict traffic vision in spots. Maple Valley youngsters are enjoying an extended vacation from school, thanks to the storm, while householders throughout the community are eyeing snowburdened roofs with an air of caution. Some have Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. scaled ladders with shovels and brooms to help lighten the load which continues to build daily with additional snowfall. At the time of this report, a warming trend was forecast this week, and that should help relieve at least some of the weight of snow now blanketing rooftops in this area. Word has been received here of the death January 17 of former local resident Harold (“Pat”) Eddy, 74, of San Diego. He was the son of the late James and Lena Eddy of Nashville, and graduated from Hastings High School in 1927. He had lived in San Diego since his retirement as an officer in the U.S. Navy,and is sur­ vived by a wife, three daughters, and seven grandchildren. Other sur­ vivors include his sisters, Mrs. Gladys Hummel of Vermontville and Mrs. Grace Phillips of Houghton Lake, and a brother, Arthur (“Duff”) Eddy of Grass Lake. We were also sorry to hear of the passing, during our absence, of three dear residents of our local community: Margaret Engle, Douglass Vogt, and Frieda Hecker. Condolences are extended to all of the families in their loss. The public is cordially invited to attend a ministry in music by The Majesties at 6 p.m. Sunday, February 24, at the Assembly of God on Reed Street in Nashville. Details elsewhere in this issue. A number of memorial donations to Putnam Public Library’s building fund were received during our threeweek vacation from this column. Those giving in memory of Margaret Engle were Wallace and Elinor Graham, Olith Hamilton, John and Ruth Hughes, Helen Huwe, Wilma DeCamp, Mr. and Mrs. Robert DeCamp, Mr. and Mrs. Arlen Heise and Becky, Mr. and Mrs. Don Pixley, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Pixley, Gretchen Pixley, Norman and Barbara Sandbrook, Margaret Wagner, Norman and Nyla Stanton, Charles and Clara Liebhauser, Virginia Green, Janet Kellogg, Ruth Brown, LaDuska Sheldon,. Darlene Hammond, and friends and neighbors. Contributions in memory of Douglass Vogt came from Dr. and Mrs. Morris D. Brown and Diane, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Stanton, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Sandbrook, Earl and Clara Pennock and Nashville’s Class of 1963. Other donations to the fund came in memory of Myrtle Julian from Fern Hawblitz, Marcia Bell and Helen Huwe; in memory of Dr. Jack Smith from Adrian and Lucene Smith; in memory of Gerald Montgomery from By Susan Hinckley Olith Hamilton; and in Nashville Baptist Church memory of I Pauline will be in Detroit Friday and (Fleming) Crispell from Saturday, March 1-2, to Frances Fleming and Bruce attend a Dawson McAllister and Pam (Otto) Barnes. Youth Conference. Mrs. Arthur (Margaret) Contributions to the fund will help add a proposed $50,000 Bateman of Nashville un­ Children’s Wing to the derwent surgery last week at present facility and may be Blodgett Hospital in Grand made at the library or Rapids to improve cir­ culation to a leg affected by mailed to post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless her diabetic condition. She was in the Critical Care Unit anonymity, is requested, names of donors and of those for a time but is showing The designated in gifts will be improvement. listed weekly in the Maple Bateman’s daughter, Gail Valley News and will be Tinsey of Farmington Hills, inscribed on special scrolls was with her father for a few to be displayed in the new days last week. He said wing. prayers for Margaret would Senior High Youths of be deeply appreciated. Cards may be sent to her at on the street * Should the Reed Street curve be straightened? Blodgett, 1840 Wealthy S.E., Grand Rapids, 49506. Congratulations to Eugene and Rita Miller of rural Vermontville on the birth of a son who arrived on January 17, one month ahead of schedule. The young lad, who weighed in at 5 lbs. 3 ozs., is doing just fine. He has been named Timothy Eugene and was welcomed home by a sister, Tina Marie. Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Dale Miller of Hastings and Rev. and Mrs. Robert Taylor of Nash­ ville. Mr. and Mrs. Nate Sheldon of Nashville attended a family gathering Sunday at the home of their daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Mark Edger of Hastings, to honor the birthday of the Sheldon’s son, Jim, of Morrison Lake. Attending with the guest of honor were his wife Lori and son Nathan. Also present for the occasion were his sister and family, Natalie and Howard Casterline and sons of Assyria. Sunday School teachers at Nashville Baptist will gather at the church at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9, for a dinner, to be followed by a training session. Some 170 persons were present for the Nashville Baptist’s annual Sweetheart Banquet held Saturday, February 9, at the Sveden House in Lansing. A similar event was staged last Saturday evening by the Nashville Church of the Nazarene. After dinner at a local restaurant, adult couples of the church gathered in the Fellowship Hall for a party. A Valen­ tine’s party planned earlier in the week for the Caravan youth group at the Church of the Nazarene had to be cancelled due to inclement weather. v In a letter last week, former local resident Wayne Fuller of Toledo, Ohio commented on a photo that appeared in our recent Memories story on the Hannemann’s dry goods store. “Noted the picture of Richard Wheeler in the Feb. 5th issue,” wrote Fuller. “Richard was in my cldss (of 1926 at Nashville High School). He got an ap­ pointment to West Point and rose to be a colonel. He used to arrange travel plans in foreign countries for high officials of this country when they went to foreign lands.” Fuller added that Wheeler had died “quite a while back.” As a lad, Wheeler worked as a part-time clerk and janitor at the old Hannemann’s dry goods store on Nashville’s Main Street. M.V. School REPORT Sharon Harris Chloe Martin it will provide better access to the village and the schools.” Charles Martin, Ver­ montville: “It would make it easier when its slippery.” Chloe Martin, Ver­ montville: “I would just as soon see it straightened.” Claire Huffman, Ver­ montville: “It’s dangerous. I think they should do it.” Sharon Harris, Ver­ montville: “It would be great!” Claire Huffman Father-Daughter Potluck The Eaton County Road Commission has proposed a plan to the Nashville Village Council to include the straightening of the Reed Street Curve in its im­ provement of Nashville Highway. The council seems to be split on the issue, so the Maple Valley News surveyed some of the area’s citizenry to find out how residents view the proposed curve project. Here are their answers to the question: Do you think the Reed Street Curve should be straightened? Pete Worden, Nashville: “I think its a good idea. Its a dangerous curve.” Larry Filter, Nashville: “It’ll cut down accidents and Twice cancelled Girl Scout Neighborhood 5 Father- Daughter Potluck will be held Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the V.F.W. in Nashville at 6 p.m. Jumior Varsity softball coach needed at M.V. Maple Valley is currently seeking the services of a coach for its freshman and sophomore girls softball players. Anyone interested should contact Athletic Director Larry Lenz at 8529275. by Superintendent: Carroll J. Wolff It was necessary to postpone the regular board of education meeting Feb. 13, because of weather and general road conditions. The meeting has been re­ scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 20th at 7 p.m. in the school administration building. The agenda remains the same as printed in the Maple Valley News Feb. 12th. Considering the number of snow days accumulated already this winter with the possibility of more days before winter is over, many people wonder what the present regulations are regarding making up snow days. In compliance with state guidelines, the Maple Valley Schools will not have to make up snow days during the 1984-85 school year or next year considering that the school district has contracts with the teaching and non-teaching personnel which meet the state criteria for not making up snow days. The school district will have to make up snow days beginning with the 1986-87 school year. Transportation supervisory personnel and Supt. Wolff check with Barry and Eaton County Road Com­ mission personnel plus a general check of some road conditions before making a decision to cancel school being in session. The school district has an official enrollment of 1,641 students. This school year, 1,505 students are listed on the school transportation report. This number includes students living both in Nash­ ville and Vermontville who are transported to the Jr.-Sr. High School plus students being transported to vocational classes in Charlotte and Lansing. Considering the high per­ centage of students riding a school bus to and from school, it is difficult to have school in session unless the busses are able to make most of the regular routes. There are presently eighteen regular bus routes, four kindergarten noon routes, a vocational bus making two trips a day to Lansing, a special education bus to Charlotte, and a special education vehicle to Eaton Rapids. The total mileage per day as filed with the Eaton Intermediate School District for state aid pur­ poses is 1,372.9 miles. Therefore, it is easy to see that much is involved in operating the transportation program. Some drivers have been stuck this year, and we appreciate the cooperation and effort shown by citizens in assisting the bus driver. Nashville VFW 8260 Legislative Dinner/Dance h i; SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 - DINNER BY RESERVATION ONLY - 9:30 P.M. 1:30 A.M. Phone 945-9554 <> for Action-Ads :: — MEMBERS & GUESTS — ' **********♦**♦**********♦#♦**♦*♦♦♦♦♦♦♦#♦♦##♦*♦♦*#*’ Dance to follow ... to �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 3 Obituaries k 'St Sr11 S11 i $ Si Si rV ‘*sh , ShW $ £i $£i Sfi S J SfiSJ “^■*UUfhaactiif t*** s* *'** **■ wh? tflbt4'*H «i«tw? w lb4,H b4,H «i«t «ht U.^t it tad kw । ! thjlSWl ■i hsHMtiliBu is nsl®tattiu :k 3te Ifc staija, Life IXtatasatitat i it kittallnipMi a®, j^tatetdilf lit ktain;Mi!k HIM tft adVtratfiSt tk as ninqrtiiuW jti ttaiitaiik sfc l«4 tapilii * Mt®! tl® < Kl tteW k to ajj ilk aB1’^1 . stalk lSi dlil1fl1 ■■..,, «•«(j (Sjlilfl Willard F. Hibbard Mr. Hibbard is survived by VERMONTVILLE his wife, Marjorie; one son, Willard F. Hibbard, 72, of Willard F. Hibbard, II of 5255 Shaytown Rd., died Battle Creek; three Saturday, Feb. 9, 1985, at daughters, Kay Fawley of Ingham Medical Center in Ionia, Cindy Hart of Battle Lansing. Funeral services Creek, and Sylvia Terberg of were held Wednesday, Feb. Vermontville; 15 grand­ 13, at 11 a.m., from Calvary children and two great Baptist Church in Battle grandchildren; one brother, Creek. Arrangements were C.V. Hibbard of Battle by Richard A. Henry Creek; and three sisters, Funeral Home in Battle laleah Bundy and Viola Creek. Hibbard, both of Battle Mr. Hibbard was born Creek, and Vivian Vogel of June 24, 1912 in Grand Potter, Nebraska. Island, Nebraska, the son of Memorial contributions David C. and Stella P. may be made to the Heart (Baldwin) Hibbard. He Association or the Ionia married Marjorie L. Perry County Horseback Riding for Feb. 9, 1946. He was a the Handicapped. masonry and building contractor for 30 years. He Frederick J. Sauders was also employed by Oliver NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Equipment Co. and P.M. Mr. Frederick J. Construction Co. He served FLA. as Bedford Township In­ Sauders, 71, formerly of Nashville, passed away Feb. spector for five years, 1, 1985 in New Smyrna Bedford Township Trustee Beach, Fla. for 10 years, and was a He was an employee of member of Bedford Township Board of Review E.W. Bliss and an engineer for Pan Am at Cape for two years. He has a member of Calvary Baptist Canaveral before retiring. Mr. Sauders is survived by Church in Battle Creek, member and past master of his wife, Eilene; two daughters, Geri HuckenBedford Lodge No. 207 F and and Barbara AM, member and past dubler Strotheide, both of worthy patron of Bedford Charlotte; one sister, Vivian Chapter No. 471 O.E.S., Hall of Ravanna, Mich.; 12 member and past watchman grandchildren; and three of Shepherds of Battle Creek, White Shrine No. 24, charter great - grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a member of Calhoun County daughter, Yvonne Appelman Sheriff’s Posse, member and of Nashville. past president of Silver Spur Riders House Club, and a Frieda M. Hecker member of Northside NASH VILLE - Miss Frieda Snowmobile Club of Battle M. Hecker, 85, of 503 S. Main, Creek, Maple Valley Drift Nashville, died Sunday, Feb. Skippers Snowmobile Club, 10, 1985, at Pennock and Battle Creek Pony Hospital. She was born Dec. Association. 29, 1899 in Castleton Qriuijc " ii—i—{ nnl fcl® CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte... 543-0920 Computerized Multiple Usting Senice u 79A n99Q an(* an(* Century Century 21 21 ss National National Marketing Marketing nome p()wer„ for tte MaMj|||||i| H(josure • MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • the sale of your property. NEW LISTING: 60 ACRE FARM near Vermontville, with 2-story, 5 bedroom house, 60x75 barn, (good beef set up) 40x60 tool­ shed, other buildings, and 14x60 silo, Price: $80,000. Would sell buildings and 20 acres for $40,000 and other 10 acre parcels for $1,000 per acre. (HJ-79-IV) NEW LISTING: Nice 2 story brick home on 6 plus acres lo­ cated on main road near Nashville, mature shade, above ground pool with filter and deck, barn and other buildings. House has been tastefully updated and is exceptionally neat and clean. A good value for $47,500. (HJ-78-SN) Homer and Joan Winegar Township, the daughter of Aaron and Mary (Messimer) Hecker. She lived in the Nashville area all of her life and attended Nashville schools. She retired in the late 1950s from My Ladies Shop in Nashville where she had worked for ten years. Her previous employments in­ cluded 15 years at the former Farmers Merchants Bank, Lentz Table Factory, and Mauer Dry Goods Store, all in Nashville. Miss Hecker is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Dessa Hanel and Mrs. Dorothy Ames, both ofNashville, and Mrs. Fannie Endsley and Mrs. Geraldine Van Arnam, both of Hastings; two brothers, William Hecker of Nashville and Harold Hecker of Largo, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by five brothers, Hugh, Eldon, Vern, Gerald and Merle Hecker. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. The Rev. Daniel Smith officiated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery. Portraits still offered locally Anyone still interested in having a family portrait taken there is still time. The cost is $5 for a colored 8x10. Each $5 collected will go to the M.V. Athletic Boosters. We have appointments open on Saturday, March 2. Portraits will be taken in the M.V. auditorium. If anyone is interested please call 726-0366. Jamie Yarger - Jim Travoli united On Saturday, Dec. 15,1984, Jamie Yarger and Jim Travoli were joined in marriage, at the First Lutheran Church in Charlotte. The ceremony was officiated by Rev. Paul Moldenhauer. Jamie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Yarger of Nashville and Jim is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Travoli of Nashville. The bride wore a white gown made of taffeta and lace, t with a Victorian neckline. The sleeves were long with lace at the bottom and lace designs on the sleeves. The veil was white with lace around the edge to match the lace on the dress. The cap had pearls on it. The bride’s bouquet was made up of baby red and white roses and white car­ nations. The matron of honor was Denise Hansen, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids were Cathy Shepperly and Robyn Todd, sisters of the bride, and Kathy Semerau, friend of the bride. The junior bridesmaids were Janel Hansen and Angela Shepperly, nieces of the bride, The ushers were Kim and the flower girl was Hansen and Rodney Todd, Hayley Todd, niece of the brothers-in-law of the bride. bride. The host and hostess were The groom was in an all Mr. and Mrs. Oliver white tux with tails. The best Downing and Mr. and Mrs. man was Chuck Sheperd, Wayne Cogswell. friend of the groom. The The soloist was Gregg groomsmen were Ray Mathews and was ac­ Barlond, Gordie Gardner companied by Mrs. Mary and Scott Halsey, all friends Bell. The guest book at­ of the groom. The junior tendant was Sandy Barlond, groomsman was Tony cousin of the bride. Hansen, nephew of the bride, The servers at the wedding and the ringbearer was reception were Lisa Kevin Hansen, nephew of the Cogswell and Dawn bride. 4-H Leader workshop set Eaton County adult and teen leaders are invited to attend the “In Search of Excellence” workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 26, from 7-9 p.m. The workshop will be held at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The program will include general ideas to assist leaders in their ef­ fectiveness, a discussion of incentives and recognition, and a question and answer period. For more in­ formation to register for the workshop contact the Eaton County Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Pre­ registration is requested by Feb. 21. How can you guarantee the replacement of your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for qualified homes. So now you can insure your home for 100% replacement cost coverage. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how guaranteed home replacement cost coverage can be no problem for you and your home. Cogswell, cousins of the bride, and Lynae Mathews, Linda Smith and Nancy Morowski, all friends of the bride. The gifts were opened by Celia Eaton and Sherry Kraai, both friends of the bride. The wedding reception was held at the VFW Hall in Nashville, with the music provided by Party Down. After a seven day trip to Jamaica, the couple now reside in Nashville. Wh OOOooo has an Insured Money Fund Account? WHO pays excellent rates on all deposits, offers many accounts to choose from including checking, IRA and Keogh retirement accounts, all with FSUC insurance???? WHO . . . offers many types of home loans with low down payments, competitive rates and closing costs???? WHO ... is the only financial institution in the area that is directed, managed and operated by local people and is not a branch of a large out-of-town financial network???? Eaton Federal Savings & Loan Association THAT’S WHO!!!!! Eaton Federal ll^NoPro^inFkoph,' Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble FOUR CONVENIENT L0C5TI0NS TO SERVE YOU: N1SNVILLE, MICHIGAN • PRONE 153-1130 NOME OFFICE - CMHLOTTE, MICNI01N - PNORE 543 3110 ESTON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 063-1551 OLIVET, MICHItIN ■ PHONE 745-2011 OFFICE NOURS: 5:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru FrL, 5:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville.^Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 4 Not much news in Nashville's first newspaper back in 1870 employee of the Nashville News, became its longtime editor-publisher when he bought the paper in 1888 from founder Orno Strong and retained ownership until “Our streets today present 1928. News-gathering apa lively appearance, being crowded with teams.” That parently required very little is one of eight brief items of Stauffer’s effort to which comprise the sum produce Volume 1, Number total of news copy printed in I, of the Nashville Business the first issue of Nashville’s Register. The brief news first newspaper — the items in their entirety are as Business Register, which follows: “There will be a made its debut on February grand oyster supper at the schoolhouse in Nashville, for 10, 1870. The Nashville News, a the benefit of Rev. George continuously published Wood, on Friday evening, forerunner of the Maple Feb. 25th.”... “Rev. R. Valley News, didn’t appear Pengelly and Lady desire to on the local scene until more return sincere thanks to than three years later. (The their friends for the liberal first edition of the Nashville donation last evening at Mr. News was published on Purkey’s. It was a very October 3, 1873, by Orno pleasant, social gathering, and all hearts seemed to Strong.) It is apparent that the have been made light for Nashville Business Register having attended.”... “We was born at the local job learn that the Nashville printing office operated by Sabbath School will be Leonard E. Stauffer, reorganized next Sabbath at generally considered to be 12 o’clock. Parents and Nashville’s first merchant. children should bear this in According to early written mind.”... “Orson Ware, a accounts, Stauffer settled farmer residing about four here about 1854. His com­ miles southwest of town, was bination residence-general instantly killed yesterday by store at the northeast corner being crushed between two of what now is the North logs, while engaged in Main and Reed Street in­ sawing wood.”... “The tersection, was the first religious meetings now being frame building constructed held in the schoolhouse are meeting with success and south of the river. is considerable Other settlers remained there north of the river, in the religious fervor throughout present-day Putnam Park the village.”... “The Depot area. The location of buildings at Vermontville Stauffer’s job printing office were destroyed by fire on the is unclear, as is the lifespan nightof the7th.”... “Married of his early paper — though at the residence of H. H. it likely met its demise Wood Feb. 3 by Rev. Spoor, before the birth of Nashville J. H. Lee and R. E. News in 1873. Coulter.”... As far as Stauffer was The only other item in the concerned, the local news four-page tabloid that could business turned out to be a be classed as local news was family affair. His nephew, a timetable for passenger Len W. Feighner, an early expresses on the Grand (Author’s Note: The following is a reprint of a Memories story which was first published March 17, 1981.) River Valley Railroad, a reasonably new service to Nashville. The first GRVRR train had arrived in town in 1869, the same year the village was incorporated, and had triggered an un­ precedented building boom in Nashville. Between the months of April and October 1870 (just shortly after the Business Register made its debut), seventy-five structures were erected in the village. Display ads in the first issue of the Business Register reflect a growing commercialism in the fledgling community. “Our good publisher has a heart big enough to serve, but his space is too limited to contain all the good things we have in store for our customers,” noted the ad of Wheeler & Downing’s Pioneer Dry Goods Store, “so call and examine our stock and take away your purchases with a light heart. We take all kinds of produce in exchange for goods, from a potato to a railroad tie, and have never been known so small as to refuse Green­ backs.” At the Nashville Mills, then located west of the Thornapple River near the present-day south end of Bridge Street, Elder Philip Holler, an Advent Christian minister of local note, was paying cash for oats, corn and wheat. “My mills are always ready for business and are prepared to accommodate the large increase of patronage,” advised Holler’s ad. “Flour and feed con­ stantly on hand at reduced prices for cash.” Elihu Chipman, who later became builder and proprietor ofNashville’s 1876 opera house, advertised a new drug store in the first issue of the Business Register. He offered the largest assortment of drugs, medicines, paints, oils and groceries in town which he would sell at the “lowest living price.” Chipman’s motto, ac­ cording to his ad, was “Live and Let Live”. His com­ petitor was probably Halbert & Co., also a combination drug and grocery store. Chipman’s ad noted that he had recently employed a Practical Druggist, to enable Memories of the past compounding the most particular prescription with accuracy. The store was open Sundays, from 9 to 10 a.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m. Like mqst bartering merchants of his day, Chipman noted in his ad that he was allowing highest market prices for all kinds of produce. Warson Brothers, having consolidated their Ver­ montville hardware with their Nashville store, announced in the Business Register of Feb. 10,1870, that they now had one of the most complete stocks available in Barry County. “We wish it distinctly understood that our prices will at all times be as low as the lowest,” advised the Warson ad. “Our motto is fair deal and gentlemanly treatment to all.” Photographic and ambrotype studios advertised in the Business Register in­ cluded one run by Emmanual J. Feighner and a new enterprise opened by A. S. Mount, “opposite Web­ ster’s Blacksmith Shop.” In the medical field, Dr. C. C. Linsley listed himself as a “botanic and eclegtic physician, druggist and dentist” and in his ad said “consultation at office free.” Another local dentist, C. H. Rose, advertised that he warranted all his work. Main Street jeweler James Fleming gave strict at­ tention to repairing watches, clocks and jewelry; offered goods of the trade at Detroit retail prices, and was “thankful for past favors and still soliciting a share of your patronage,” according to his ad. In addition to the Pioneer Store, dry goods were available in Nashville at Lee, Wood & Co.; from George W. Francis; and at G. A. Truman’s where cash was offered for hides and proprietor was calling in all accounts of four months standing, according to Business-Register notations. Mrs. H. V. Olney was prepared to do work both in millinery and dressmaking, her ad said, and she also was agent for Howe Sewing Machines, “on which liberal time will be given.” Her competitor was W. S. Bar­ nette, a general agent for Wilson Lock Stitch, a machine advertised for $40. Groceries and provisions were offered by A.P. Nichols & Son, where “sap buckets and pails in large or small quantities (are) furnished at the lowest price.” Perhaps the most unusual by Susan Hinckley ad in the Nashville Business Register of Feb. 10, 1870, is that of C. Clever who an­ nounced he had just opened a new grocery store one door north of the Hotel, and therein he offered the largest assortment of family groceries ever brought to this market, in conjunction with provisions and con­ fectionery. “In connection with the grocery, a first class dining hall is kept where meals can be had at all hours,” noted Clever’s ad. “Board by the day or week. Elder Philip Holler (1824-1906), proprietor of the local mill, was one of the advertisers in the Nashville Business Register. An Advent Christian minister who came to Nashville from Buchanan in 1868, he founded the local AC church and once was credited with offici­ ating at more weddings and funerals than any other minister in Barry County. The church here disbanded in the 1920s. In the first issue of the Register, Holler was "paying paying cash for oats, corn and wheat," and had "flour and feed constantly on hand at reduced prices." Computer program set for senior citizens A local farmer's tragic death and destructive Ver­ montville fire were topics of the day, but they rated only one-liners in this first newspaper published iin Nashville. The Business Register, which made its de­ butt on February 10, 1870, predated The Nashville News by three years; was heavy on advertising and light on news. Its publisher, Leonard E. Stauffer, was an uncle to Len W. Feighner, who later became longtime publisher of The Nashville News, forerunner of the Maple Valley News. Maple Valley area Senior Citizens will be meeting for lunch and a program at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Thursday, Feb. 21 at 12:45 p.m. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. and Jerry Reese and the sixth hour computer class will present the program. Lunch costs $1.30. For reservations, call 852­ 9275 before noon on Wed­ nesday, Feb. 20. If you have had a birthday during the month of February indicate this when you make your reservation. If you would like assistance in filling out your Homestead Property Tax Exemption form and your Home Heating Credit form, the Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education staff will be available to do so. The time set aside for that is Thursday, Feb. 21 from 9-12 noon. If you have further questions, call the Com­ munity Education Office located in the high school at 852-9275. If you need to walk each day this winter for health reasons, and would like to walk inside a building, you may walk around the halls of the high school Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Several people are doing this. If Maple Valley Schools are closed due to the weather, all of the Com­ munity Education activities are cancelled. Holler s mill on the west side of the river is seen in is early rly photo showing Nashville's first wooden bridge across the Thornapple. In 1881 Holler built a new mill on the east side of the river. The Nashville usiness Register may have been printed nearby, in the combination home-general store of L.E. Stauffer, which was located on the east side of North Main Street near what is now the Reed Street intersection, ow gone, the residence is thought to have been the tirst frame dwelling built south of the river. 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Worship .. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday: P.M. Service. . 7 p.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Sat. Mass . 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service . 7 p.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.Wednesday Evening PASTOR MARY CURTIS FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR PAUL L. BOGER 304 South Main, Vermontville Phillips St., Nashville Assistant... Dan Smith 803 Reed St., Nashville Assistant... Dan Smith Church Service.. 11 a.m. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHS Au.Mnd.a S y eSrcvhiocoel.. .9.: 4115 a a..mm.. Sunday School . _ 10 a.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Nashville, Mich. Worship................. 7 p.m. REV. THOAAAS VOYLES Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Assistant... Don Roscoe Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and u en Mulliken Highways gways �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 6 New Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen selected: Sweet title goes to Vermontville's Polly Cook By Elaine Gilbert The sweetest title Ver­ montville can bestow has been awarded to a ‘sweet 16year-old’ who will reign at the community’s annual Maple Syrup Festival in April. Polly Ann Cook of Brown Rd., Vermontville has been selected from a field of sixcandidates to serve as the 1985 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. Polly should be quite comfortable in her role as queen which calls for her to represent the community in various parades around the state and promote the use of maple syrup. A lifelong resident of Vermontville, Polly can answer just about any technical question on the aspects of syrup production because of her first-hand experience in turning sap into syrup at her grand­ parents’ nearby farm. “Ever since I can remember, I have in some way been involved in the process of making maple syrup,” said Polly, daughter of'Dan and Margaret Cook. “I can recall washing buckets, cleaning, spiles, tapping trees, gathering sap, watching Grandpa boil it and then tasting the hot sweet maple syrup as Grandpa poured it into the cans. After hauling the cans up to the house, I helped Grandma clean and label each one,” she said. Her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Reinhart Zemke, retired from syrup-making three years ago. But when production was in full swing in their woods, they tapped about 700-trees and hung about 1,025-buckets on them to collect the sap. Depending on the type of season, their labors yielded between 250­ 500 gallons ofsyrup per year. Polly’s grandparents were syrup producers for about 38­ years and always boiled the sap the old-fashioned way by burning wood or coal un­ derneath the evaporator. Collecting the sap is the chore Pollys says she en­ joyed most. “I liked being out in the woods and I could play at the same time.” Grandpa Zemke has been a member of the local syrup association, which sponsors the festival, ever since the organization was formed 40some years ago. He also served as its president for several years. Polly’s family roots in Vermontville go back to 1891 when her great-great grandfather Zemke and his son settled there. To be Vermontville’s syrup queen is something “I always wanted to be,” Polly said. “I hoped I would be (chosen), but I didn’t know if I would be. The queen contest took place Monday, Feb. 11 at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville. Amy Laverty, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell P. Laverty of N. Ionia Rd., was selected runner-up and will serve as the queen’s alternate. Serving on the royal court are Ann Hummel, daughter of Donald and Joyce Hummel; Connie Kane, daughter of Larry and Shirley Kane; Deborah Exelby, daughter of Paul and Shirley Exelby; and Michele Evans, daughter of meals at the Congregational Daniel and Vicki House. Quite Contrary.” A junior at Maple Valley Babysitting occupies much Church. Several times, she High School, Queen Polly is ofPolly’s spare time, but she also was part of the annual academically-oriented and also finds time to jog, children’s parade. Besides looking forward to athletically-inclined. Her exercise, bicycle, swim, and extra-curricular interests ride her brothers’ three- this year’s festival, Polly run the gamut from par­ wheelers. She has a 15-year- says she’s enthusiastic about ticipating on the junior old brother, Rob, and a 13- “going to all the parades varsity quiz bowl to being a year-old brother, Steve. (where she will represent member of the track and Reading novels is another Vermontville) and going to cross-country teams. favorite hobby and Polly different places. It should be A member of the National says, “I’ve hardly every fun because all ofus (girls on Honor Society, Spanish Club, found one I didn’t like.” the court) are super good and student council, Polly After graduation from friends.” has participated in track high school, she is planning While promoting maple since ninth grade and last to pursue a career in sports syrup during her reign, Polly year she competed in two- medicine and is considering says she’ll probably focus on mile relays and 880-yard attending Central Michigan the product’s versatility. She runs. She captured a trophy University. points out that maple syrup for being “most improved” “I’ve always wanted to do popcorn balls are yummy on the team. For the next something in medicine and I and that syrup is good when track season, she plans to looked in college catalogs it’s poured over ice cream compete in the mile and two- and it (sports medicine) and used in cookies. mile runs and try a hand at sounded interesting and I Polly’s mom also makes a shot put. like sports a lot.” delicious maple syrup pie Except for last year, Polly When Vermontville’s that has a flavor close to has represented her school annual syrup festival is butterscotch pie. The pie is as a cheerleader since staged April 26-28, Polly will such a family favorite that seventh grade. She explains have a starring role in the Steve requested it for his that she took last year off to festivities. She’ll be officially recent birthday rather than go out for cross country and crowned as queen on having a cake. concentrate more on her Saturday, April 27. Eating pancakes covered studies and join in other Over the years, Polly has with pure maple syrup is activities like the quiz bowl. been active behind the Polly’s favorite way to use “It’s fun but it is hard. I scenes at previous syrup locally produced syrup. learned so much, but you festivals helping to staff the Polly laughs that there don’t realize you’re lear­ 4-H barnyard zoo and len­ was a time when she didn’t ning,” she said of being on ding a hand with serving Continued on next page— the quiz bowl team which competes with other schools in Maple Valley’s league. In her childhood, Polly was active with the Brownies. Currently she joins in ac­ tivities of the Congregational Youth Fellowship and Vermontville Junior Far­ mers 4-H Club. In 4-H, she especially enjoys creating ceramic and other craft-type projects and has received a number of awards over the years including a Top 10 award for a ceramic statue of a mouse. Mice are nice, Polly says, as long as they are collec­ tibles and not the live variety. Collecting mice figurines is a hobby she’s enjoyed for .several years. She keeps the critters displayed in her room and they include a cute stuffed mouse dressed-up in doll­ type clothes and a mouse made out of a coconut shell that she made in 4-H. Plate collecting is another hobby the new queen enjoys. She received her first collector’s plate in the fifth or sixth grade and her collection has grown to seven since then. Many of the plates are from a series of a Mother Goose Collection and Collecting plates is a hobby for Vermontvilles Vermontville’s new Polly says her favorite one Maple Syrup Queen, Polly Ann Cook. She is shown depicts the girl in the nur­ holding one of her favorite plates. sery rhyme “Mary, Mary (Maple Valley News photos by Elaine Gilbert) This March, 1976 file photo shows Vermontville's new syrup queen, Polly Ann Cook (second from left), when she was seven years old, and helping out at her grandfathers sugar shanty where she learned the techniques of turning sap into maple syrup. She is shown with her younger brothers and grandfather ReinRein­ hart Zemke. Polly enjoys.the outdoors and sports and has . �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page? Maple Valley FFA students celebrate National Week By Shelly Sulser w s xx* :W SXv V ‘ The Maple Valley FFA chapter is launching a community promotion of the club this week as a part of the national celebration of FFA week. The club consists of 38Maple Valley High School agiculture students who are working to introduce FFA to their school as well as their community. Club advisor Rona Szydzik explained that FFA is “more than just agriculture and farming, of lot of it involves agribusiness.” FFA members decorated their school with posters, and have discussed the possibility of riding their tractors to school one day during FFA week in an effort to draw attention to the Future Farmers of America. “We want to show the Syrup Festival Queen, continued ’’Wl *ss IN' IN %SS ■% know imitation syrup products existed, having been raised on nothing but the pure product. “The first time I ever tasted commercial syrup, I didn’t know what it was...I didn’t know there was such a thing,” she said. When the sap starts flowing in the upcoming weeks, Polly plans to visit different producers in the Vermontville area and also help out at the Martin’s sugar bush which is near her home. Mid-X 8 8^ Mice are nice when they are collectibles and not th e live variety, says Polly who shows her collection of critters. Support Vocational Agriculture &FFA! community how important agriculture is,” said Szydzik. Agriculture is “not just the guy standing out in the middle of his field wearing bibbed overalls, holding his pitch fork and wearing a straw hat. It’s also the guy who climbs down off of his big tractor and gets into his three-piece suit. The farmer is also a businessman.” As a part of the community promotion of FFA, members last week discussed the possibility of taking small farm animals to the elementary schools so children can experience animals they may have never seen before. Because of the cancellation of school last week due to snow, the FFA members were not able to make definite plans to this effect. The FFA would also like to go into the eighth grade classes as a sort of recruitment to help build the agriculture program. The Maple Valley FFA chapter recently par­ ticipated in a District Leadership Contest, where public speaking was the topic of the day. Szydzik explained that in FFA, students learn to develop their leadership ability by competing in such contests which consist of sevendifferent speaking categories. FFA is made up of students enrolled in agriculture class, said Szydzik, with 38 of the 55 agriculture students in FFA. Some upcoming activities of the Maple Valley FFA include a skills contest in April, where members will demonstrate the skill of livestock judging, which they learn in their agriculture class at school. In the judging competition, students will be given fouranimals to judge according to which animal is more suitable for purchase. The student will place the animals, 1-4, and then give oral reasons for the placings. The contest involves 22different skills competitions, learned in the agriculture class. According to Szydzik, FFA is basically learning leadership skills and agribusiness with emphasis on education. Two Maple Valley FFA members will be honored with a certificate from Michigan State University for earning grade point averages of 3.0 or better. Kristie Hosey and Mike Brewer will collect their awards at the university on March 16. ACTION-ADS When promoting the versatility of maple mapl syrup, Polly can speak from experience. A family favorite dessert is a delicious maple syrup pie. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) Vogt Funeral Home sold to long time Hastings firm Vogt Funeral Home of Nashville last week was taken over by Wren Funeral Home, Inc., of Hastings, who assumed the ownership and operations. “As of January 31st we took over officially,” said David Wren. Wren said that George Vogt would remain on as. a consultant, but that a member of the Wren firm is now in residence at the Nashville funeral home. “The Vogt Funeral Home will be open everyday as it always is,” Wren said. “We have onfe of our people already living there, and I’ll be taking care of all the families personally there as the director. “We will continue the operation and just want to do the very best we can for the Nashville-Vermontville people,” he added. Wren and his wife Kathryn have owned and operated their Hastings firm, located at 502 S. Jefferson St., since October of 1978, purchasing it at that time from Jack Osgood. Wren, a native of South Lyon and graduate from Wayne State University, came to Hastings directly from college in 1966 to the then Leonard-Osgood Funeral Home. He apprenticed here and then worked for the business until he and his wife took over its ownership. George Vogt, 65, is phasing out of a business he’s been in for over 50 years. “My father started out with a funeral home in Webberville in 1918,” Vogt noted, “and then he went to Dansville. I learned the business there. Later we had a chance to purchase the funeral homes in Ver­ montville and Nashville and came over here.”. Vogt and his first wife, Patricia, purchased the Nashville-Vermontville firm on July 1,1958 from Joe Otto. Mrs. Vogt passed away in 1983. In August of last year he married his wife Marilyn, who is from Webberville. Speaking on his impending retirement, Vogt said he hasn’t any special plans. “My wife has a home in Webberville so I guess we’ll be flirting back and forth between there and Nash­ ville.” REEP (AGRICULTURE) SUPPORT FFA & VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE People have made American agriculture # 1 in the world. Our investment in the education of men and women in­ volved in the dynamic and diverse industry ot agriculture has given the United States a productive edge in the world. Yet, faced with a growing shortage ot well-trained people, we may soon lose our #1 position to other countries. How can we keep our # 1 position? Support. Your support tor local vocational agriculture programs and FFA mem­ bers will help us maintain and sharpen our edge. FFA members need you—parents, faculty, school administra­ tors, businessmen, farmers, community members and FFA Alumni. The future is in your hands. “Keep Agriculture #1— Support FFA & Vocational Agriculture!” Please help support your high school’s Vocational Agriculture-FFA program! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 8 Vermontville, 100 years of history, 1836 to 1936 by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin ARTICLE IV The month of May, 1836 saw the first felling of forest trees in this primitive country. Mrs. Andrew Green, a present resident, remem­ bers hearing her grand­ father, Jay Hawkins, telling of helping cut trees down to make our present east and west Main Street. He came with Roger Griswold as a boy himself, but remained as one of the pioneers. At first each colonist had only his town 10-acre plat. Indeed, for a time, that is until they were able to build individual homes, they lived community fashion in the colony log house built near the present Fred Kroger home. This was known to the colonists as “The State house”. The original idea was for each family to have a home on their town 10-acres for protection and also to insure church and school privileges, but gradually houses were built on their individual farms, or “farm lots” as they termed them. The land of Vermontville Township was assigned or distributed at a general meeting at the colony, or State house in October, 1836. Certain lots most desirable were assessed to the amount of $400, to defray the agent’s expenses, then as S. S. Church wrote “each one drew and was satisfied.” Many of the sections were registered, in the name of J. B. Scovell & Company. This Josiah Scovell was agent for the colonists. His brother, Stephen D. Scovell, also came as a pioneer. He lived but 10 years, leaving his widow and two children. She later married Argalus Sprague, and to them were born several children, among them Ernest and Amanda, now deceased, and the Rev. Fred Sprague, still a resident. In the item of her expenses after Mr. Scovell’s death is “Making of Coffin, $7.” Of course, wood was all about them. While there was a great “Michigan fever” down East in 1834-36, by 1837 it had entirely abated, and wild cat money arid its ac­ companying depression was a vivid recollection of these old pioneers. Now, land would sell for no price, and they endured the embarrassments common to the later depressions some of us can remember. Gradually the Vermont families began to come here. It was a three weeks trip, some of the way by blazed trails. A mile an hour was the rate of travel between Bellevue and Vermontville by ox-team. The classic story remains of Roger Griswold at­ tempting this trip in one day and being caught by darkness before reaching Bellevue. He stopped his team and hallooed, thinking he might be within hailing distance of the town. This was after he had vainly tried to find the road on his hands and knees. To his halloo a wolf an­ swered, and a second wolf answered the first. Mr. Griswold unhitched his team, tied them to the wagon, and then sat there until daylight, gun in hand, listening to a widening concert of wolves’ howls. The Old Colony road was cleared by chopping trees, and many of us have heard our grandfathers tell with pride of their part therein. S. S. Church tells of the first trustees of “the First Congregational Church of Vermontville” being elected Aug. 10, 1838. By 1839, we find a record of a church subscription paper, amounts from $10 to $1 being con­ tributed, mostbf it in work or produce. The Rev. S. Cochrane was their minister. A log building on the nor­ thwest corner designated by the colonists housed both church and school for some time. In 1843, an academical association was formed. W. U. Benedict had come by that time. A graduate of Williams College, he became pastor of the church and teacher of the academy. A study of his portrait, now hanging in our chapel, but originaly from the old William Benedict home, now owned by William Ferris, is a study in. New England ideals of “high thinking and simple living”. His is a typical Puritan countenance. Board was $1 to $1.25 a week. It would be interesting to hear from those who at­ tended this academy, and are still living. We know of but three, Mrs. Anna Marsh, daughter of the Rev. W. U. Benedict, James McCotter, son of Simeon McCotter, and Mrs. Janette McCarty, daughter of D. F. Bullock, who came in 1836 to buy land, and in 1840 to take up his home here. April, 1837 saw the first election in the township. S. S. Church, father of Daniel Church, was elected town­ ship clerk, Jay Hawkins and Oren Dickinson were among other officers. By 1844, there were 51 resident taxpayers. Twenty of these are enumerated earlier in this history as among the original colonists. Several others have left no impression on the life of the town but we append a list of the others, many of whose descendants are still among us, and who themselves are well-known here or elsewhere. These are A. L. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood' School Monday, Feb. 25 Hot dogs,' french fries, baked beans, peaches. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Spaghetti, carrot-celery sticks, rolls and butter, peas, pears. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Taco’s, lettuce-cheese, corn, peanut butter sdw., fruit. Thursday, Feb. 28 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, fresh fruit. Friday, March 1 Cheeseburger, green beans, potato sticks, cherry delight. Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. Monday, Feb 25 Tostizza, corn, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Burritos with or without sauce and cheese, peas, pears. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Hot dogs, tri-taters, baked beans, apple, cookie. Thursday, Feb. 28 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes with butter, green beans, peaches, bread and butter, cherry crisp. Beat the Winter Blues Curl up before the fire with ... CHARTER CABLE TV — FREE INSTALLATION — For a limited time — Call 800-521-0051 Available in wired areas only Fuller St. School Monday, Feb. 25 Pizza, Green beans, pears. Tuesday, Feb. 26 Hot dogs or cheesedogs, peas, peaches. Wednesday, Feb. 27 Cheeseburger, french fries, apple crisp. Thursday, Feb. 28 Chicken and biscuits, beets, mixed fruit. Friday, March 1 Tomato soup, crackers, grilled cheese sandwich, pears, pickles. Armstrong, W. U. Benedict, John Barrett, Dudley F. Bullock, Jonas Davis, William B. arid James A. Fuller, Henry Haner, Isaac and James Hager, Henry Robinson, Truman W. Rogers, Artemas, Cephas, Lovina and Jason Smith, Philetus Sprague (brother of Carr and Argalus Sprague) Reuben Sanford (later moved to Kalamo), Asa B. and William W. Warner. We wonder how many readers of this paper far or near can trace their ancestry to either those of our first list or this addition. New additions to our residents were continually being made in the ’50s and ’60s, and ever later, such families today being entitled to the title “old” if not “pioneer”. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS February 19 - West Michigan. Swine Production Seminar, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Coopersville High School Library. February 20 & 27 - Dairy & Beef Cattle Reproduction Seminar to be held from 7-10 p.m. at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo. Topics to be covered include: Reproduction, 'Physiology and Management; Prostaglandius and Synchronization; Bull Reproductive Evaluation, and Calving Problems of Beef and Dairy Cattle. February 20 & 27 - “Keeping Good Employees” - A personal management workshop for producers who have permanent employees. This is a multi-county event which will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Greenville from 10 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Lunch will be catered by Kentucky Fried Chicken. A $15 per person fee will cover meals and publications. February 20 - 4-H Horse Movie, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. February 20 - West Michigan Irrigation Seminar, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Grand Haven Community Center. February 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. February 21 - Southwest Michigan No-till Conference, 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., Western Michigan University Student Center, Kalamazoo. February 21 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. (All 4-H and Open Class fair superintendents are to meet at 6 p.m. to order trophies and proofread fair book changes before fair board meeting at Extension office.) February 22-23 - 4-H Veterinary Science Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. February 23 - 4-H Clowning Workshop, 10 a.m., Extension office, Hastings. (First workshop of series of seven. Must register ahead of time.) February 23-24 - 4-H Teen Leader Livestock Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. February 25 - “John Deere Night” - 7:30 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. February 28 - New Economic Realities in Dairy Production, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 115 S. Steele St., Ionia. February 28 - Michigan Professional Dairy Farmers Association meeting, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at M.A.B.C., Forest Rd., East Lansing. Topics to be covered include: Housing, Management, and Feeding. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mail Mace Pharmacy �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 9 Maple Syrup workshop geared to help small producers Many Michigan residents who own or have access to a woodlot or roadside sugar maples may have thought of tapping their trees for maple syrup. Often the first attempts at making syrup are done in kitchens and with inadequate equipment, and the resulting quality of the product is frequently not competitive with that of commercial producers. To aid individuals who are either just starting syrup production or who produce for family and friends but would like to expand their production, Michigan State University’s Kellogg Biological Station is hosting a “Maple Syrup Producers Workshop” on Saturday, March 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at Kellogg Forest near Augusta. The workshop is sponsored by the MSU Forestry Department and Cooperative Extension Service as part of the 1985 Kellogg Forest Workshop Series to serve the forestrelated educational needs of Southwestern Michigan. “This workshop will give people the opportunity for hands-on experience and demonstration of the most advanced techniques for the small producer,” explains workshop instructor Mel Koelling of the MSU Forestry Department. “We will demonstrate how to select and tap trees, how to collect and store sap, boiling techniques, and equipment maintenance. We will also be demonstrating the use of labor-minimizing tubing, sanitary sap storage equipment, and a small commercial evaporator that will allow a small-scale producer to turn out high quality syrup.” “The object is to increase the quality of the syrup while decreasing the cost,” says Tom Stadt, manager of MSU’s Kellogg Forest where the workshop will be held. Stadt explains that 40-50 gallons ofsap are required to make one gallon of syrup, although the ratio can be as high as 100 to 1 or as low as 30 to 1. “It all depends on the sugar content of the sap,” he said. Many factors can in­ fluence sugar content, such as tree size, stress, and growing conditions. “Oddily enough, . this winter’s severe ice storm may result in a good syrup season,” Stadt Stadt says. “Stressed trees have a tendency to produce sap with a higher sugar content.” Other possible factors which have been linked with sugar content are the amount of rain in the proceeding fall (the dryer the autumn, the less sugar produced), theamountof fall color (brighter colors usually signal a higher sugar content in sap), and the amount of leaf surface per tree (big, open-grown street trees are the best producers because they produce more sap with a higher sugar content). The workshop will end with demonstrations including tasting - of making the final products: syrup, maple cream, and maple sugar candy. Each participant will receive a maple syrup recipe book. Registration cost for the workshop is $10 per person. Enrollment is limited to 30people. Call the Kellogg Biological Station at (616) 671-5117, ext. 53 to request a Maple Valley FFA seed sale gets underway by Troy Thompson Members of the Maple Valley FFA Chapter are once again sponsoring a Garden Vegetable and Flower sale and a small variety of Rose Bushes. The chapter receives a fine quality of seeds and bushes from the Vitality Seed Company. All rose bushes are $4.95 and seed packets range from as low as 60 cents with a minimum order of $1.50. With a $10 order, one complimentary packet will come with your order. There are about 77 various flower seeds and some 100 various garden vegetable seeds to choose from. To start planning your summer garden, order now. If you have not been contacted by a FFA member call the high school and leave your name and number and a member will contact you. ACTION-ADS SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Spring Is... Just around the corner! Think Spring! Perk up with a new cut or style at... The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville Tom Stadt, Resident Forester of Michigan State Uni­ versity's Kellogg Experimental Forest, taps a maple tree using tubing for collection of sap. Tubing and other modern techniques will be demonstrated at the Maple Syrup Producers’ Workshop, March 2 at the Kellogg Experimental Forest. PRESIDENTS’ registration form. MYADEC 130’S Vermontville news Call for appointment... 726-0257 ^Mens • Womens • Childrens DAY SPECIALS MYLANTA LIQUID 12 0Z.0R by Ava' Kroger The Vermontville Garden Club has been postponed until Feb. 25. The Vermontville Senior Citizens were unable to meet last week, so the next meeting is March 14. Weather permitting the Vermontville Historical Society will meet for a 7 p.m. potluck and “Sugaring Off” on Feb. 28 in the Griswold Room. Congratulations to Polly Ann Cook and Amy Laverty for being chosen the 1985 Maple Syrup Queen and alternate. Mrs. Elizabeth Stowe and Mrs. Naomi Lutz of Ionia were Sunday overnight guests of Mrs. Hermina Southern and joined Mrs. Firster’s Tri County Senior Citizens tour leaving Mon- day for Florida. A group of couples spent the weekend up north with Mr. and Mrs. Dick Weiler and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Viele with their snowmobiles. Postmaster Lawrence Frith is improving and ex­ pects to be discharged the first of the week. This severe winter of 1985 continues to cause problems. Only one day of school last week and because of drifting in side roads several area schools remain closed on Monday including Maple Valley. Homeowners are concerned about the heavy build-up of snow and ice on the roofs and some report water leakages in their houses. RIGHT GUARD SUMMER’S EVE DEODORANT 10 OZ. OR ANTI PERSPIRANT 6 OZ. TWIN REG., HERBAL. 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The heartbreaking loss came on a last second shot which clinched the first place spot for Bronson. The Lions had the lead from the middle of the first quarter until the last four minutes of the game. The Lions led by 11 points mid­ way through the second quarter and by seven, 40-33, at the half. Both teams cooled off at the half. The Lions missed six shots in a row and Bronson didn’t fare much better, but the Vikings, who had hit 3 of 5 free throws in the first half, connected on 9 of 13 charity tosses in the second half. The Lions hit just 4 of 6. Ryan Trowbridge kept things alive for Valley in the second half, netting 8 of his 17 points in that time. The lead see-sawed bet­ ween the teams until it became tied at 60. The last chance for Valley came with 13 seconds remaining but they were unable to score. The Vikings made their way to their bucket and Rick Herman sank a 20 foot jump shot as time ran out. 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Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant Phone... 945-3517 ' OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 - 9 p.m.; Sat., 9 - 5 p.m. Greg Lenz (right) battles a Bronson player for a rebound in the Vikings' 62-60 win over the Lions. (Maple Valley News photos) in two losses to Bronson made the difference. Jeff Hamilton led Maple Valley with 16 points, but only 2 in the second half. The Lions had little time to dwell on Friday’s loss. Pennfield came to the Valley gym to make up a contest cancelled earlier in the year. Four Lions scored in double figures on the way to an 89-66 win. Valley took command with a 21-14 first quarter lead and never looked back. Jeff Hamilton had 10 assists and 23 points. Kurt Hartenburg and Gary Reid added 8 assists each and 6 and 16 points respectively. Ryan Trowbridge pulled down 7 rebounds and added 15 points. Greg Lenz scored 14 for the Lions. Also scoring for Valley were Bob McMillen and Jim Benit with4 points each; Jim Symonds, 3; Shan Ferrier, 2; Mike Siple and Alan Mater, 1 point each. Terry Hall also saw action for the Lions. Steve Grimes had 35 points for Pennfield. The Lions’ record stands at 10-5 overall and 8-3 in league play. Valley travels to Lakewood on Monday in a rescheduled game. They go to Middleville on Tuesday and play their final league contest on Friday against St. Philip. Sports Lions freshmen defeat Bronson and Pennfield Over the weekend, the freshmen basketball team defeated Bronson 64-54 and Pennfield 58-45. In the Bronson game, the team got off to a very fast start by outscoring their opponents 16 to 9 in the first quarter. In the next two quarters, the teams ex­ changed baskets. Maple Valley finally outscored Bronson in the fourth quarter, 19 to 15, to claim the victory. Individual scoring was done by Scot Lenz, 23 points; Buck DeGroot, 16 points; Bill Brenton, 9 points; Jeff Fisher, 8 points; Jem Venton, 6 points; and Eric Haeck, 2 points. The top rebounder for the game was Scot Lenz with a career high 21 boards. The Saturday game with Pennfield was a very good one for Maple Valley. In the first contest with Pennfield, they came out on top by 32 points. In this game, MV won by 13 points to give Pennfield their only league loss of the year. Five players put points on the board for the Lions. They were: Scot Lenz, 22 points; Bill Brenton and Jim Venton, 12 points; Jeff Fisher, 8 points;-and Buck DeGroot, 4 points. The rebounding was done by Lenz, Venton, and Fisher with 10, 7 and 4 each. The freshmen team has a season record of 11 wins and 3 losses. They have three games remaining: Mid­ dleville, away ; St. Philip and Hastings, home. Jurnior Varsity softball coach needed at M.V. Maple Valley is currently seeking the services of a coach for its freshman and sophomore girls softball players. Anyone interested should contact Athletic Director Larry Lenz at 852­ 9275. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 11 Height no problem for Lion eager Bob McMillen By Shelly Sulser What makes McMillen’s case so special is few 95Popular, hard working and pounders are seen playing intense are some of the varsity sports or even trying adjectives that Maple Valley out for the team. But the varsity basketball coach dimunutive McMillen not Jerry Reese uses to describe only tried out for the Maple reserve guard Bob Mc­ Valley cage squad, he made it. Millen. “He’s one of the hardest working players we have,” said Reese, “and has con- tinued to work very hard.” McMillen says the driving force behind his desire to Lion wrestler named third in districts The Maple Valley wrestling team finished third in the state district tour­ nament at Union City. Every senior on the team plus one juniorfor a total ofseven will advance to the regionals at Eau Claire next Saturday. Pat Resoequie was a champion at heavyweight. He pinned Johnson of Bellevue, Fleaser of Con­ stantine, Miller of Cen­ terville, and decisioned Smith of Union City to gain his crown. At 105 Ken Trumble finished second to Hooker of Constantine. Ken pinned Johnson of Constantine, Posthumed of Middleville, and won on a default to Herman of Bronson. At 126 Lane Brumm finished fourth. Brumm decisioned Scott of Cen­ treville then lost to McAnn of Constantine and Krammer of Homer in overtime. At 138 Jay O’Brien finished fourth. Jay decisioned Horn of Olivet, Bucholrz of Constatine then lost to Byron of Edwardsburg and Mott of Cassapolis. At 145 Dean Stewart finished second to Bronson’s Sowle. Dean defeated Disher of Edwardsburg and Lydy of Middleville. At 155 John Forell finished second to Wygant of Quincy. John defeated Hebron of Cassapolis and Decarn of Edwardsburg. At 198 Scott Villanueva was upset by York of Union City to place fourth. Scott finished fourth by defeating Scully of Bronson. Ken Trumble lost to Norris of Lansing Eastern in the Lansing area all-star tournament. Ken represented all the area B, C, andD teams. Even though he lost Ken received a college scholarship as a result of his participation in this honored event. Thanks goes to those who made the banners for both Ken and the team. Also, to those who have attended the duals and tournaments this year. Your support and enthusiasm have been greatly appreciated and influencial in our successful season, thus far. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Feb. 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 - Grain Marketing Seminar, Union, MSU. Thursday, Feb. 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H Family Roller Skating, Adam’s Skating Center, Charlotte. Thursday, Feb. 21-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack and Gloria Pennington’s, Chester Rd. J Charlotte. Thursday, Feb. 21 - Western Michigan No-Till Day, Western University. Thursday, Feb. 21 -10 a.m - 3 p.m., New Economic Realities for Dairy Farmers, Jackson. Feb. 21-23 - Michigan Pork Congress, Battle Creek. February 22-24 - Annual MSU Intercollegiate Rodeo, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Saturday, Feb. 23 - 1-4 p.m., Goat Clinic - 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Monday, Feb. 25 - 7 p.m., Small Animal board meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Monday, Feb. 25 - 7-8:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Bowl, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, Feb. 26 - 7 p.m., In Search of Excellence - Adult and Teen Leader Workshop, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, Feb. 26 - 6:30 p.m., County Dog Clinic, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Tuesday, Feb. 26- 7:30 p.m., Michigan Farm Development Act, Eaton County Courthouse, Charlotte. Thursday, Feb. 28 -10 a.m. - 3 p.m., New Economic Realities for Dairy Farmers, Ionia. Saturday, March 2 - Teen Modeling Workshop, MSU. Saturday, March 2-ShootingSports: firearms 10a.m.- noon, archery 1-3 p.m., 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Saturday, March 2 - 3-4:30 p.m., Officer Training Workshop, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Sunday, March 3 - 1 p.m., Annual 4-H Horse Judging Oral Reasons Clinic, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Monday, March 4-7 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, March 4 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Outdoor Club, 4­ H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, March 4 - 8 p.m., Controlling Problem Weeds in Corn, Lakewood High School. Tuesday, March 5-7 p.m., Personal Appearance leaders meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Thursday, March 7 - 10 a.m., Eaton County Dairy Tour. Beginning at Bruce and John Harness’, 11020 Kinneville, Eaton Rapids. Saturday, March 9 - 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rabbit Clinic; 1-3 p.m., Poultry Clinic. 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Sunday, March 10 - Salon of Culinary Arts, MSU. Monday, March 11 - 8 p.m., Farm Communication System, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. A love for basketball and thirst for the challenges the game provides are the driving forces behind Bob McMillen's success on the court. Fly fishing workshop is 'free to public' Too cold to think about fishing? Not at Lansing Community College’s Gannon Center on Saturday, March 2, when the Red Cedar Fly Fishers hold their annual Fly Fishing Workshop from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in conjunction with the LCC Fishing Club. “The workshop is for everyone from beginner to expert,” says Terry Lyons of Mason, the workshop chairman. “And it’s all free.” This will mark the fifth year the Red Cedar Fly Fishers have conducted the workshop, and Lyons is confident it will be the best. “This year we’re featuring Bruce Richards and Ray Schmidt, two well-known writers and experts on fly fishing,” Lyons says. Sch­ midt’s presentation will focus on fly fishing for Michigan Steelhead, while Richards will warm up his audience with “Tarpon Fishing in Costa Rica.” In addition, Lyons reports, there will be exhibits and presentations by several professional fly tiers, fly fishing guides and expert casting instructors-including Richards. And Dick Pobst, of the Thor­ napple Orvis Shop in Ada, will focus on “Matching the Rod to the Person.” “If somebody has never cast a fly rod before, we have people to get them started right,” says Jeff “Bear” Andrews, of Bear’s Fly Shop in Grand Ledge, and another Red Cedar Fly Fisher. There will also be instructors for more experienced fly fisherman, as well as demonstrations on tying flies and building fly rods, and the opportunity to view the latest fly fishing movies and videos. “We’ll also have our ‘Fishing Hole’,” Andrews says, “where everybody exchanges information on where to fish.” Any maybe to tell a tall tale or two. It’s never too early for that. play is simply for the challenge of playing basketball. “I love basketball,” said the 16-year old McMillen, who has played basketball competitively since the fifth grade. ‘I’ve always liked to Play.” McMillen’s teammates don’t seem to notice his size. After all, 5-5 basketball players are not as common as the appearance of syrup buckets in Nashville in early spring. “They help me out,” said McMillen. “Mr. Reese helps me out and the other kids don’t favor me.” Reese recalls during the first week of practice, the team was instructed they were to treat the junior guard no different than anyone else. Pampering, he said, would not be allowed. During tryouts, Reese said he’s simply looking for the best available players. “We look for intensity and when Bob hits the floor he plays hard,” said the coach. “Bob will play as hard as he can, as long as he can...he does his best.” Due to this being Mc­ Millen’s first year on var­ sity, he’s not given as much playing time as some of the other players because he doesn’t have their ex­ perience, says Reese. But the veteran Maple Valley coach adds McMillen uses his tools to their greatest ability. “Bob has done more and has received more satisfaction than kids with more tools than he has,” notes Reese. Its safe to say that off the court, McMillen is popular. “He’s extremely well liked by his fellow students,” Reese said, adding that Bob is the only player he has ever TO VISIT OUR BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding . . . a day that she will hold dear all through their lives together. We invite you to stop in and start with the finest in . . Wedding Stationery Choose from our selection of.. WEDDING INVITATIONS WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS THANK-YOU CARDS i. RECEPTION CARDS 1 Alma College revises high school quiz bowls Weather conditions have prompted postponements and revised competition schedules in Alma College’s 1985 High School Quiz Bowl. The second round, originally scheduled for Feb. 16, has been delayed a week and will be played Saturday, Feb. 23. Subsequent rounds also have been delayed. The third round will be Wednesday, March 6 (in­ stead of Feb. 20), and the semi-final and final matches are scheduled for Wed­ nesday, March 13 (instead of March 6). coached that received a cheer from the crowd, which happened the first time Bob stepped onto the home court this season. At home, the McMillen family’s lives practically revolve around basketball, with each member always willing to practice the sport with Bob. “There’s so much en­ thusiasm,” said Mrs. Mc­ Millen. “We watch it on TV whether its pro, college or even high school games.” Athletics has always been a big part of the family, with the high school careers of Bob’s older brothers, Mark and Tom involving tennis, wrestling and golf. Bob’s father, James, is also an avid basketball fan, having been an all­ conference player his senior year at Nashville High School in the late 1950s. McMillen is also an active part of the golf team at Maple Valley, but he admits his main focus is on the cage game. “He’s just a lover of basketball,” Bob’s mother Dorothy states simply. “He has very strong willpower. I’ve never seen him discouraged.” Although much of Mc­ Millen’s life focuses on sports, his school work hasn’t been put on the back burner. The 1984 homecoming prince does take time out to study, and is currently considering the possibility of attending KCC and becoming an engineer after high school. Because McMillen, who plans to try out for next year’s varsity team at Maple Valley, is “...a lover of basketball,” as his mother puts it, “we eat, drink and sleep it constantly.” Maple Valley will compete in the second round Feb. 23 at 9 a.m. against Breckenridge. ACTION-ADS COMPUTER SALE: 10 to 25 percent off all computers, disk drives, printers, and software. 7250 Assyria Rd., Nashville. 852-1784, Nash­ ville. (3-5) GOVERNMENT JOBS: $15,000-$50,000 -year possible. All occupations. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. R-6574 to find out how. (3-5) NAPKINS i WEDDING MATCHES I ACCESSORIES ATTENDANTS GIFTS SAMPLE BOOKS MAY BE TAKEN OUT OVERNIGHT FOR YOUR SELECTION AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. 74e £ rBHiiHcr 1952 N. Inadway. Masbap. Nickipa 43058 PHONE 945-9554 (Area Code 616) and The Hastings Banner1 | - Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — �The- Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 19. 1985 — Page 12 MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD JANUARY 24,1985 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held January 24, 1985 at the community center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President John Hughes. Present, Chaffee, Kent, Harvey, Babcock and Tobias absent G. Frith. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Sgt. Gene Koetje submitted the Police report for the Month of December, 1984. Nita Brown, was present representing the Putnam Public Library Board to discuss an approp­ riation of Revenue Sharing for the Library. Also Mrs. Brown thanked the Village crew for keeping the citizens of Nashville supplied with water during the ice storm. Burr Hartenburg, representing the student body at Maple Valley High School, Carroll Wolff and Jeanette Joseph were present to express concerns in regard to straightening the curve on Reed Street. Motion by G. Kent, supported by C. Tobias to pay the Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Transfer Station $200.00. All ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by G. Kent, supported by B. Harvey to ap­ point Leon Frith as Street Administrator for the 1985-86 fiscal year. All Ayes. Motion Carried. There was discussion on the Reed Street curve, no action taken at this time. A letter was read from Charter Cable T.V. in re­ gard to a rate increase. President Hughes to call a meeting with Charter Cable T.V. 10 Month budget report was submitted by the Clerk. Motion by J. Kent, supported by B. Harvey to ex­ tend the deadline to John Hughes for removing the wood and clean up of wood pile until May 1, 1985 due to the weather. Hughes abstained from vote. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by Babcock, supported by C. Tobias to re­ cess the regular session of the Village Council and go into an Executive Session to discuss pending legal action. All Ayes motion Carried. Meeting recessed at 8:10 p.m. The Village Council returned to regular session at 8:27 p.m. Motion by F. Babcock, supported by B. Harvey to adjourn, meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m. John Hughes, President Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk February 14, 1985 NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW MEETINGS The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Vermontville fire barn on Monday, March 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, March 12th from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing individual appeals. A tentative ratio of 50% and a multiplies of 1 for all real and personal property will be used. Edward Sampson Vermontville Township Supervisor ANNUAL TAX SALE OF PROPERTIES DELINQUENT FOR TAXES IN... Barry County Lands delinquent for real prop­ erty taxes of 1982 and prior years are scheduled to be offered for sale by the County Treasurer at the County Building in Hastings on May 7, 1985. The legal description of-properties to be offered for sale will be published on March 14, 1985, March 21, 1985 and March 28, 1985 in the Freeport News, Freeport. State Treasurer Lansing, Michigan Governor s Education package is on the right track Although I was generally pleased with the education package outlined in Governor Blanchard’s State of the State address, I wish the administration would put more emphasis on teacher certification. But I do congratulate the governor for endorsing many of the proposals set forth in the Republican Education Action Plan, which was introduced in September 1983. We look forward to working with Governor Blanchard in pursuing these legislative goals. Plans for increased fun­ ding combined with early childhood education, ex­ panded student testing and assessment, and stronger accreditation standards will put the state’s school systems on firmer footing. But one integral im­ provement is lacking in the governor’s package. I am troubled by the lack of focus on teacher cerfication standards. This is one area we cannot ignore. We limit our effectiveness if we focus on other problems, but neglect to deal with improving the quality of our teachers. But overall the message has gotten through. Michigan’s residents have spoken out for strengthening local schools and improving them both will benefit everyone in Michigan and help keep us on the road to prosperity. Special Extension package focuses on dairy outlook Few years have held more uncertainty for Michigan’s dairy industry than 1985 does, and area dairy producers wil need a keen perspective on economic conditions to maintain a stable business. Producers can sharpen that perspective during a special meeting Feb. 28 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 115 S. State St. in Ionia. The program runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The session is part of the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service program, “New Economic Realities in Michigan Agriculture,” a series of 13 meetings being held throughout the state. “The dairy meetings are part of our effort to equip all farmers in Michigan with information that will help them find solutions to complex economic issues facing their operations,” says Frank Brewer, assistant director of Ex­ tension for agriculture and marketing programs. The meeting will forecast the economic climate that dairy producers can expect during the next several years and detail the kinds of assistance that will be available to farmers from Extension agents and specialists. Topics will include: -Projected interest rates and prices for supplies and the effect of the economy upon the dairy industry. -The dairy portions of the 1985 Farm Bill and their implications for Michigan farmers. -The options available for farmers who will need to adjust their herd management to ensure survival of the farm business. -Various ways to control farm operation costs. Details of the meeting can be obtained by contacting George Atkeson, Extension agricultural agent in Ionia, or call (616) 527-1400. Meeting to explain the family loan program The Michigan Family starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Farm Development Commissioners Room in the Authority has arranged for Eaton County Courthouse, low interest loans totaling 1045 Independence Blvd., over 4.5 million dollars to just north of Charlotte. farmers in 17 Michigan Among the topics Mr. counties. Schaner will cover are: The Executive Director of eligibility requirements, the Authority, Don Schaner, what can be purchased with will be the guest speaker at a FFD funds, loan size and meeting designed to interest rates, and how to acquaint area residents with applythe Family Farm The meeting is open to all Development Act. The interested persons and free meeting, sponsored by the of charge. For additional Eaton County Cooperative information contact Allen Extension Service, will be Krizek at the Extension held on Tuesday, Feb. 26, office - 543-2310. Governor’s Property Tax Relief Plan Has Flaws For most people in Michigan whose state in­ come taxes were raised two years ago by Governor Blanchard, there will be no tax relief if the governor’s small property tax rebate plan is passed. Most of those who footed the bill for the governor’s excessive tax increase will be left out in the cold while a few others will receive a small, one-time-only property tax credit. ' The governor’s program is grossly unfair because it simply ignores the majority of those who have carried the burden of the ad­ ministration’s 38 percent income tax increase. An average taxpayer, with an income of $25,000, a family of four and $1,000 property tax bill, would receive an additional $7.50 only once, and not until 1986, under the governor’s proposal. The same tax­ payer would save $142.50 if the income tax rate were to be returned to 4.6 percent, and would enjoy lower taxes every year. The one-shot, $65 million property tax relief plan was proposed by the governor in his recent State of the State message,. Many young and low in­ come people who can’t af­ ford homes pay income taxes and deserve tax relief, too. This surplus, which is at least $280 million, was ac­ crued through the income tax hike. Now the governor is essentially proposing to redistribute money he promised to return if it wasn’t needed. Only 1.5 million people of the four million who footed the bill for the governor’s tax increase for the past two years will get any.of the surplus back under this plan. And the governor’s plan doesn’t begin to address the issue of cutting taxes and spending. The one-time tax rebate will do nothing to stimulate economic growth in the state. State of the State Receives Mixed Reviews I would give Governor James J. Blanchard’s “State of the State” address mixed reviews because the governor failed to address all of Michigan’s underlying problems, and instead painted a picture of a recovered State of Michigan, void of any urban, social, agricultural or environmental problems. And while Blanchard seems ready to face Michigan’s criminal justice and corrections systems with badly needed reforms, the governor appeared vague on how he intended to reduce Michigan’s crime rate. The instances of major crimes in Michigan cities is much higher per capita than in any other state in the Union because there is little hope for permanent jobs in our urban areas. This hopelessness translates into a low self-esteem which leads to frustration, violence, and eventually serious crimes. If the governor was intent on easing Michigan’s alarming crime rate, he could have offered plans to attract permanent, private-sector, recession-proof jobs to Michigan’s inner cities, which he did not do. I am also concerned that Blanchard included nothing in his speech to help Michigan diversify its jobs base and make Michigan more attractive to non­ automotive businesses. What we heard was a litany of prosperous, recession-proof corporations that were in existence before Jim Blanchard came back to Michigan, and have done well since President Reagan took office. The governor is obviously capitalizing on the national recovery, the Reagan administration’s recovery. Governor Blan­ chard is taking applause that is rightfully Reagan’s, but I think most people see through this and give credit where credit is due. 60906828 Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, February 20 Beginning at... 7 P.M. The regular monthly meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education has been re-scheduled for Wednesday, February 20, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. in the school administration building. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING There will be a public hearing, Thursday, February 28, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville for the following purpose: To consider the application to transfer the Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate issued November 10, 1983 from Russell Furlong to David Mace on the property located at 211, 213 and 215 N. Main St., Nashville accordinq to Act 255, P.A. 1978. Susan M. Corkwell Village Clerk PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a Public Hearing, Thursday, February 28, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville to approve the actual use of the 1985 fiscal year Federal Revenue Sharing in conjunction with the Annual Budget for the Village of Nashville. Susan M Corkwell Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 19, 1985 — Page 13 children? Contrary to what pro-abortionists would have us believe, abused children come from every background and economic class. Most are wanted To the editor: sibilities for the inevitable children, planned and In a recent letter to the results of those choices. joyfully anticipated. 91 editor, Jan Kalnbach chided As for the abuse of percent have been planned Pro-Lifers for failing to act children, many of these have pregnancies. 90 percent have in several important areas in been born since the been legitimate and 24 behalf of pregnant women legalization of abortion. The percent were named after and abused children. In problem facing society is to their parents. Unwanted response to that letter, I help these troubled parents pregnancies or unwanted would like to point out that deal with the emotions that children are not the reason there are indeed counseling lead to child abuse; even for child abuse; and neither centers for women con­ though the option of abortion are they related to each sidering abortion, with the was legally and financially other. intention of offering them available to these parents, No one would argue that alternatives preferrable to they did not choose it, child abuse is a tragic fact, abortion. largely because in many and no one concerned with One of these alternatives cases these children were life would deny that people is, of course, placing the not unwanted, but their need to work in some way to child for adoption. Ms. troubled parents need help in help these desperate Kalnbach implies Pro-Lifers controlling the behavior of families. should busy themselves abuse, which they hate, also. The question was raised, opening adoption centers for Again, there are existing and “Why aren’t you Right to unwanted babies. In fact, advertised centers and Lifers staffing centers that since the legalization of programs for counselling give alternatives to abor­ abortion, there has been a and emergency help in these tion?” Each week an an­ shortage of babies placed for areas. nouncement of Birthline adoption even in existing Ms. Kalnbach challenged appears in the Reminder for agencies. It seems that for Pro-Lifers to start a crisis someone who is pregnant many women the option of center in Maple Valley. Are and needs aid. Any member doing away with the unborn we to assume that Pro­ of any local or county pro-life child is a preferable alter­ Choice people need not view group would help a person native to carrying the child this as a challenge for get in touch with for nine months and then themselves, also? Abused professionals who can be of allowing the baby to be given children are everyone’s assistance. Another group to one of the many couples problem and tragedy, and that a person could receive who desperately want a baby they will be with us with or help from is the Adoption but cannot have one. without the option of abor­ Cradle which has just This brings me to the point tion. If a crisis center does recently opened a Hastings Ms. Kalnbach made about not now exist, it- is due as area branch. Again any pro­ the conscientiousness of much to a lack on the part of life person could and would women in trouble who know Pro-Choice people as well as be willing to help in any way. they cannot nurture a child Pro-Lifers. In one recent year, their as it should be. Aside from Sincerely, were 800,000 couples in the pregnancies resulting from Judy Brewer, U.S. cleared and waiting to rape and incest (and most Nashville adopt but only 100,000 babies unwanted pregnancies do not available to be placed. fall into these categories), a Because of abortion, the pregnancy is the result of an To the editor: shortage ofbabies to adopt is Anyone defending abortion action in which the woman so acute they are now being voluntarily engaged, and will usually state that un­ bought and sold in America everyone knows that unless a wanted babies should be on the “black market.” woman is physically unable aborted because they are Plans are in progress right to conceive, pregnancy is destined to become battered now to open a Pregnancy always a possibility. Many children, and they argue that Crisis Center here in the women have had an un­ abortion will reduce their Maple Valley area. We have planned baby, and have numbers because every already received the loved the child dearly, but if child born will be “wanted”. promise, of help from two To accept this requires a woman is so certain that area M.D.s. there are also a she does not want a child that believing that abortion itself number of dedicated people she would resort to killing it, isn’t a form of child abuse, who are willing to work for then if she were truly con­ but more important - the this project. Anyone in­ are false. scientious, it would seem statements terested in this type of center that voluntary sterilization Abortion is the ultimate in is certainly welcome. would be a more humane child abuse. What about the woman Statistics show that child who has had an abortion and choice. If she objects to abuse has risen dramatically sterilization because she later experiences emotional doesn’t want a baby now, but in countries with legalized problems? The local .pro-life might want one later, then and permissive abortion group has several counselors this would seem to be more laws. In the short U.S. ex­ who can help her or the an act of selfishness rather perience, child abuse has woman can be put in touch than conscientiousness. With nearly tripled. with the WEB A (Women Who are these battered Exploited by Abortion) all choices come responorganization where she will receive the needed support. WE HAVE EQUIPMENT TO THAW PIPES No one in the pro-life •New Construction’Service*Remodeling movement “turns their •Sewer and Drain Work backs” on these women. They are not judged and are Halsey Plumbing shown love and unLARRY HALSEY derstanding. Another question was Licensed Master Plumber raised concerning the schools and their respon­ Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, sibilities. Sex education in Nashville - all ofEaton County one form or another has been 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizen* M taught for the past 15-20 years in many area schools. The responsibility to teach our children certain moral standards and educate them concerning birth control, etc. is not the responsibility of the school -- It is our responsibility as parents.' This is not a burden our educators should have to bear. However, there have been area schools who have allowed representatives Beginning at... from Planned Parenthood Seafoods, meats, vegetables, fruit, and other abortion related canned, and frozen foods, many other organizations to come and kinds. give presentations where abortion has been taught as a Friday Night Sales at... 7 P.M. form of birth control. Is this — We Take Consignments — right? Birth control or more accurately termed con­ Bedford Auction on M-37 traception prevents human Phone... 968-5178 life from beginning. Abortion From our readers V** Vs** ^S*S* ^$S»*S$* 22* is is, JSw1' S 2S>wJS1 S JJJ2>JS s sSi sSJ) >l"b i’ftin i». H ttC? £C?>^7?'S 7>?!S b 5:^ ^Jhy 5 **! h lj» j • ith i t m L*j * *! • lj » 1,1 •wiiai uM. '*^.S F'3 ^Kfistjlh^ K* *6^8®, lik '®'®iiJSsQ[5{|> -X ®W nm«f, if r- 8 iSffi lilEttj •sk W8j. 6b® ikt ass ME^^Hti I Btat thi m! pn^t k< IJEiSMtM lifeitectSisi directly kills a human life already begun. In closing, the statement was made that pro-lifers are “hiding inside your chur­ ches”. Each city or area should have one major citizens group of a Right to Life type (by whatever name). This organization does not have any affiliation with any religious group. Any person whether a church goer or not is en­ couraged to become in­ volved. Any person who is concerned with the preservation of human life does not have to hide behind anything when defending the rights of an unborn baby. This baby is a separate, complete little human being who has the right to live. Bonnie Roush Nashville To the editor: It has come to my at­ tention that there are those in the village of Vermontville who feel that persons who receive assistance from the state of Michigan should not sit on the village council. “Welfare people are han­ dling our money,” so the remark goes. Because I am aware of the financial status of the other present council members, I am personally taking offense a privilege to serve even those who may be a little down in their luck. Lana Oster Vermontville Village Council Member To the editor: Upon reading Jan Kalnback’s “Letter to the Editor” I have one thought: I have yet to speak or read an article by one in which there is a willingness to have their tax dollars spent in such a manner that un­ wanted children are guaranteed the necessities of life. On the contrary, in my experience, it has been the opposite e.g. Anti-AbortionAnti-Social programs. I respect the right of those who believe in such a cause but - if one is anti-abortion then one must also have a moral conviction to not only be supportive of government social programs but devote time and energy assuring that the right-to-life is a right to a healthy, productive life. Sincerely, Sallye Mchean Nashville ACTION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne - Offering painting classes, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m, painting wooden hens, geese, barns, hearts and many more, $4 a class plus supplies. Call 852-9112 Nashville. (2-26) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) RENT TOP VIDEO movies for 35 cents each. Phone now 672-5542 Martin. (2-26) NATIONAL COMPANY LOOKING for Satellite Antenna Dealers. No Ex­ perience Required. Com­ plete Unit Prices $630.00 and up. Retail $1,295.00. Phones Open 24 Hours. 303-570-7800. (2-26) CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) — ATTENTION — IN THE VILLAGE OF NASH VILLE ... to this remark made by a Anyone interested in serving on a board for former council member. I would like to make clear the fact that if a person is othewise qualified and takes an interest in the govern­ mental affairs of this village, “Nashville Silent Observer” Call BOB HARVEY at 852-1801 or 852-1703 they may sit at the council table. Every person in this village, regardless of their financial means, has a right to full and equal representatation in council. Because that was my campaign promise to all, I will continue to gladly meet my obligations. However, it is most fortunate that the present council shares my belief. 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Kalamazoo. Kent) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 19, 1985 — Page 14 Fifth District Congressman Paul Henry visits Nashville, Thursday Paul Henry talks with Maple Valley News reporter Shelly Sulser about the is­ sues which are of current concern to fifth district residents. Hats off to area Homemakers Day Castleton Supervisor Justin Cooley discusses the issues with fifth district Congressman Paul Henry at the Country Kettle Cafe Friday. By Shelly Sulser Paul Henry talks with Lillian Vandecar at Agnes' Korner Kitchen in Nashville. Gospel Sing at Assembly of God The . Majesties, a gospel singing group, will perform at the Assembly of God in Nashville at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24. The Majesties use their talents to minister the Word of God in music. They have appeared in concerts, revivals and special services in auditoriums, cam­ pgrounds and churches since the group was formed in the spring of last year. The Assembly of God is located at 735 Reed St. 4-H Dairy Bowl session planned A practice session for Eaton County 4-H members participating in the dairy quiz bowl program is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 21 at 8 p.m. The session will be held at Jack and Gloria Pennington’s, 6375 N. Chester Road, Charlotte. For more information contact Gloria Pennington at 543-5294 or Pam Lilly at 543­ 0356. Agriculture, education and social security benefits are concerns of people in south­ west Michigan, said Fifth District Congressman Paul Henry during a visit to Nash­ ville last week. Henry’s stop in Nashville was one of many visits the freshman congressman made to area communities to talk with citizens and listen to their concerns. “I’d like to get out and hear the small town people on a regular basis,” said Henry as he talked with citizens at Nashville’s Country Kettle Cafe Friday. Henry feels that gaining first-hand knowlege of the concerns of people in his district will be beneficial now that he has the power, as a congressman, to help make decisions on the issues. “I would like to get to know people better and get their input-on the issues that affect them,” Henry said of his reason for traveling around the fifth district. Henry has been appointed to the science and technology sub-committee which will make future decisions regarding nuclear waste, another issue brought up by citizens. Tired of being stuck at home during these winter days? Here’s a great chance for you to get out and be with people from Ingham, Livingston and Eaton Counties on Wednesday, March 6. Come and learn more about the different hats you wear - daily as a homemaker. Maybe it’s time you added a new trim or bow to an old hat role. The Extension Homemakers Area Day offers you six workshops with interests ranging from creative skills to personal and home protection, from being a better shopper to couponing and refunding, from herbal gardening, to personal assessment to yourself. Karen Veenendall froi. the Michigan Dairy Council will be the keynote speaker. Her program deals with the importance of adequate calcium in our diets to prevent osteoporosis. The day will close with a chance to purchase homemade articles at a silent auction. Area Day welcomes all Extension Homemakers and friends to “Homemakers Wear Many Hats” on Wednesday, March 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 201 East Ash St., Mason. The cost is $3.75 per person which includes registration and lunch. Join in on the educational and fun day be registering no later than March 1. Please include fee with name and address and send it to Mrs. Janet Red­ man, 2316 Forest Road, Lansing, MI 48910 ( 517 ) 882­ 2903. Girl Scout Father­ Daughter Banquet tonite The Girl Scout Father­ Daughter Banquet that was to be held last Monday has been rescheduled for tonight from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Nashville VFW Hall. Scouts and their dads from Woodland, Nashville and Hastings are invited to at­ tend. 4-H Dog Clinic scheduled for Feb. 26 The first of four 4-H county-wide dog clinics is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the 4-H Building auditorium on the Charlotte fairgrounds. The clinic will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a “canine fun rodeo” demonstration The other clinics will be March 26, April 23 and May 28. A fair rehearsal will be held on June 25. Resource leader for the clinics is Ida McElroy. For more information contact the Eaton County Exension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. ACTION-ADS BABY-SITTER NEEDED IMMEDIATELY: Nashville area, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Must have" own tran­ sportation. Will consider live in. 852-1935 after 6:30 p.m. (2­ 19) KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) Jr. Farmers 4-H Club Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club will meet Monday, Feb. 25 7 p.m. Maplewood all purpose room, any boy or girl age 9-19 that wishes to join should attend this meeting. Questions, call Phyllis Wells 726-0129 Vermontville. 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Your Shoppers Review Store Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-02-26.pdf 241915e1c4cc4af125e971ac5016b4a2 PDF Text Text BULK R**6 paid postage Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 HB«s.. 49658 permit no-? Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Vol. 113 - No. 33 — Tuesday, February 26. 1985 M.V. School Board considers adding class offerings By Shelly Sulser In the coming school years, the Maple Valley district will be faced with decisions regarding changes in curriculum and the ad­ dition of more teachers, according to information presented to the board of education. At the board’s Wednesday meeting, the three school administrators reported the results of recent in-service programs where staff members expressed con­ cerns for additional class offerings for students, requiring the hiring of extra teachers. Administrators presented the staff’s ideas even though the board is restricted from making decisions on the matter, pending curriculum recommendations that will be made by Dr. David Donovan of the State Education Department this summer. Administrator Burr Hartenburg would like to have earth and en- vironmental science on the class list next year, as well as an additional counselor, and more provisions for classroom equipment to be acquired. Special education classes are a concern of Maplewood Principal Bill Christensen who told the board that there has been considerable changes in state rules and regulations regarding special education. According to Hartenburg, there is currently a special education class in each of the school buildings, containing an average of 21 students per teacher. State rules now say that the class sizes must not exceed 10 students per teacher per day, meaning that additional teachers will be needed in the coming years. “I’m telling you,” Christensen said to the board, “we need an ad­ ditional staff person. I see class sizes ranging from 20­ 24 except for the sixth grade where I’m looking at 27-28 X students per class next- year).” Fuller and Kellogg school Principal Howard Yost presented science textbooks to the board for con­ sideration. No action was taken by the board. In other board discussion, the community attitude survey was set to begin Monday, Feb. 25, with trained volunteers questioning the public in 15­ 20 minute calls over two weeks time. The results of the survey will be fed into a computer where the proposed overall community plan for the school system will be printed on paper for the board to review at a public meeting. In other discussion, Hartenburg suggested a seventh period be added to the current school day to give students who are behind in non-required credit classes an opportunity to make v up the number of credits needed for graduation. The class, like those held at Lakewood and Hastings, would-be available for a fee. Hartenburg feels there are at least 10-13 students who would benefit from such an opportunity. The seventh period program would not be im­ plemented until the next school year because of the time it takes to approve it and finalize details, ac­ cording to board member Dale Ossenheimer. “I don’tthink its conducive to good study habits,” was the opinion of LeRoy Sleeper who also stated that it might give students incentive to slack off in their school work during the regular school day. At the suggestion of board President Dave Hawkins, the matter was turned over A new double deck oven be -discussed at such a to the policy and curriculum will purchased at a cost of meeting. committee for further $3,949 for the kitchen at the The April 10 board meeting discussion. Jr.-Sr. High School. The new was rescheduled for April 17, In other board business, appliance will come from and Hartenburg announced second semester teaching Stafford-Smith, Inc. with spring recess will begin at contracts were approved for $210-$220 in freight charges. the close of school on Friday, new teachers John BranThe board discussed three March 29. Classes will denburg and Charles brands of copy machines for resume on Monday, April 8. Gillmore. Brandenburg possible purchase for the Hawkins read a letter from teaches high school central office, but tabled the a parent inquiring why the mathematics and science, matter without making a third grade honor roll lists while Gillmore teaches decision. are not printed in the paper. math, science and shop on The general fund budget The board agreed to send a the junior high level. for the 1984-85 school year reply stating third graders, Guenther Mittlestaedt is was ammended by the although their daily papers the new varsity football board. The prior budget are given letter grades, are coach as a result of board showed anticipated receipts graded each marking period voting. Mittlestaedt replaces of $3,574,257 and anticiapted with Excellent, Satisfactory Dan Watson who resigned at expenditures of $3,650,557. and Unstisfactory, rather the end of the semester to The ammended budget than letter grades. accept a position selling shows anticiapted receipts of Concerning snow days and annuities for Valic, a firm $3,585,988 and anticipated sporting events, Pat Priddy located in Troy. expenditures of $3,656,537. questioned the school’s June Wallace has been At the recommendation of athletic event policy, when assigned to the kin- Superintendent Carroll school is called off due to dergarten-reading position Wolff, the board voted to hazardous roads. Ahtletic at Fuller Street School renew Howard Yost’s con- Director Larry Lenz stated through the end of the school tract. there is no policy that says year. The board considered sports would be called off Shan Ferrier, speaking on scheduling a board- when school is cancelled. behalf of students interested administrator retreat or However, as a result of in forming a Bible study, was workshop. No decision was recent concern raised about given the green light by the made regarding the retreat the issue, Wayne -Cogswell, board to occupy a class room which would allow other Dave Hawkins and Paula Thursday mornings before school personnel to be in­ Cole, the athletic board, will the start of school. volved depending on areas to discuss the matter. Burning pole cuts power in area, Friday Gary Reid, Lynette Williams named MV Winter Homecoming Royalty Between games at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Friday, the coronation of the winter homecoming royroy­ alty unveiled Gary Reid as king and Lynette Williams as queen. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) A pole that apparently caught fire early Friday morning resulted in a loss of electrical power to 1,440 Nashville and Vermontville residents, according to a Consumer’s Power spokesman. The spokesman said all Nashville residents had power restored by 9 a.m. Friday, while nearly 380 Vermontville customers were out until early af­ ternoon. The pole,- located on Thornapple Lake Road east of M-66, apparently ignited at about 5 a.m. as a result of the combination of wet weather and a deteriorated insulator. A crew of five Consumer’s Power workers extinquished the smoldering wood pole and immediately replaced it. Diabetes instructor speaks to Nashville Lions Diabetes instructor Beverly Slanker demonstrates a device used for the testing of blood sugar levels, at the Nashville Lions Club meeting last week. Slanker spoke on the disease and its related side affects. See story on page three. TINGS PUBLIC UBRARY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News “Mr. Stork” must have been seeing double when he paid two recent visits to Nashville families - just one day apart Not only did he deliver twin boys to each family, he brought them to two fathers who have been “bestbuddies” fora number of years and who ' have worked together at Musser’s service station in Nashville since the fall of 1982. On Feb. 10th, at Lansing’s Sparrow Hospital, twin sons were born to Roland and Penny Musser. Andrew Lee, 5 lbs. 9 ozs., and Allen Kenneth, 5 lbs. 4 ozs., rounded out the Musser family which already included a daughter April, age four and son Buddy, two. To further double the coincidence the other set oftwins was born to a couple who also already had two children - a son and a daughter. On Feb. 11th Larry and Corinna Kenyon welcomed twin boys born at Pennock Hospital. Weighing b lbs. 3 ozs. and 5 lbs. 9 ozs., respectively, the young lads will answer to the names of Larry Lyle and Terry Daniel. Welcoming the Kenyon duo home were brother Steven, three and one-half, and sister Brandy, almost two. The proud papas have both been employed by Roland’s father, Ronald Musser, at the station he opened in Nashville about two and one-half years ago. Both couples knew that twins were expected a few weeks into the pregnancies when ultra-sound scans were administered for various medical reasons. Mrs. Musser went into labor the day before Mrs. Kenyon was scheduled to have her babies Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. delivered by Caesarean section. Proud grandparents of the Musser babies are Ronald and Jean Musser of Ver­ montville; Pat Brockway , and Owen DeRyder, both of Richland. In the Kenyon family, they are Harold and Carol Dishong of Nashville; Joyce Kenyon, local; and Lyle Kenyon of Gidliver, Michigan. Many residents of the Maple Valley area awoke Friday morning to the eerie stillness of an electrical outage, somewhat reminiscent ofthe great New Year’s Day power loss which occured at approximately 4 a.m. the same time Friday’s outage, of course, was not due to ice but to other weather conditions. Seasonal dampness ac­ companying last week’s warming trend created a short that caused an elec­ trical pole fire between Nashville and Vermontville. About 1,400 Consumers Power Company customers in the two communities were affected. Service was restored by 9 a.m. to most of those, but nearly 400 customers in Vermontville did not have service returned until later in the day. Fortunately, Friday’s temperatures were in the low 40s, considerably warmer than readings during the widespread ice storm outage of early January. Still, candles, lanterns and camping stoves were handy commodities for a few hours. The Great Meltdown in this area started early last week, was boosted by bright mid-week sunshine, and by Saturday resulted in a great reduction in the snowcover in this section of Michigan. Concerns of homeowners about roof damage also melted away with the loss of snow and icy buildups atop buildings. Saturday’s THANK YOU The Village of Vermontville would like to thank the Girl Scouts for helping to clear the snow away from the fire hy­ drants in the village. Vermontville Village Council steady, ' gentle rain, with temperatures in the upper 40s, helped wash away the last traces of winter worries as ice layers gradually shrunk from sidewalks, driveways and eaves. Saturday’s unseasonably warm weather also brought a blanket of fog which prompted a travel advisory for motorists and cancelled many flights at airports in this area of the state. Mrs. Thomas Voyles, whose husband is pastor of Nashville Church of the Nazarene, will conduct a workshop in Lansing Saturday, March 2, for Vacation Bible School instructors of the Michigan District of the Church of the Nazarene. Certified and licensed for the teaching post, Mrs. Voyles is director of VBS training for the 114 churches in the district. At the all-day seminar to be held at the First Church of the Nazarene in Lansing she will lecture on various aspects of how to teach and deal with children and how to conduct VBS sessions in­ cluding crafts and music. The afternoon will be devoted to workshops for the teachers-in-training. Builders Class of Nashville United Methodist Church will meet at 8 p.m. Wedsday, Feb. 27, at the Boston Room in the church. Hosts for the event are Earl and Clara Pennock. A weekly series of Lenten studies will be conducted by Rev. Lynn Wagner at the local United Methodist Church starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 5. The sessions, at the church, will be held at the same time on successive Tuesday evenings throughout the month. Mrs. Nellie Moon of Nash­ ville was taken to Pennock Hospital by ambulance Monday, Feb. 18, due to problems with her heart, and at the time of this report is still confined there. All of her many Nashville friends wish her a very speedy recovery. Nellie marked her 95th birth­ day Feb. 15. The Nashville Baptist Church will conduct the monthly birthday party at Barry County Medical Facility at 1 p.m Thursday, Feb. 28. Senior High Youths of Nashville Baptist Church will be in Detroit Friday and Saturday, March 1-2, to Bv Susan Hinckley attend a Dawson McAllister youth conference. Sunday School teachers at Nashville Baptist will gather at the church at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9, for a dinner to be followed by a training session. Nashville Baptist Church board meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the church. Mrs. Arthur (Margaret) Bateman is home in Nash­ ville following leg surgery at Grand Rapid’s Blodgett Hospital to correct a cir­ culatory problem due to her diabetic condition. She reports that the operation was successful, and is most grateful for the prayers offered by her many friends here. Mrs. Bateman, who returned home last Wed­ nesday, is not allowed to sit at present but may stand briefly. For the most part she has to lie down with her leg propped up to prevent swelling in her ankle. We all wish her a very speedy and complete recovery. A sign of the season: Nash­ ville’s village maples were tapped Sunday, kicking off another chapter in a com­ munity syrup-making project that dates back to 1942 and which continues to be an important annual fund­ raiser for many local groups and organizations. The syrup season is getting a bit of late start due to our recent severe weather. In 1984 maples were tapped on Feb. 12, nearly two weeks earlier than this year. Former local resident Rhoda Lathrop, who marked A her 100th birthday last year, and moved to Michigan with passed away Tuesday, Feb. his parents while young. Two 19, at M.J. Clark Memorial of his sisters, Eunice Priddy Home in Grand Rapids. She and Nashville’s librarian had been a resident there LaDuska Sheldon, still seven years and had recently reside here, while another been in failing health. A sister, Doris Hazelton, lives native of England, Rhoda in Florida. Other survivors came to Hastings in 1904 and include a daughter, five sons married her husband, E.H. and several grandchildren. Flood watches currently Lathrop, four years later. They spent most of their are in effect throughout married life in the Barryville much of Michigan and community before moving to several surrounding states. Nashville just a year before At the time of this report the his death in 1965. Services Thornapple River was ex­ were conducted Friday in pected to crest above flood Nashville. Condolences are stage early this week at Hastings. Serious flooding extended to the families. Condolences also are already is being experienced extended to the family of in parts of Indiana and John Charles Higdon, 67, a southern Michigan. The former locaL resident who warming trend which died last week at the home of brought about the high-water a son in Delton following a conditions is predicted to long battle with cancer. He continue throughout this was born in North Dakota week. Runner-up Syrup Queen has many interests ION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne - Offering painting classes, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m, painting wooden hens, geese, barns, hearts and many more, $4 a class plus supplies. Call 852-9112 Nash­ ville. (2-26) GOVERNMENT JOBS: $ 15,000-$50,000 -year possible. All occupations. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. R-6574 to find out how. (3-5) KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) The runner-up in the an­ nual Vermontville maple syrup contest is Amy Laverty who has many in­ terests as well as a good knowledge of syrup making. Amy, a junior at Maple Valley High School, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell P. Laverty of N. Ionia Rd. Horseback riding, swimming, needlepoint, ceramics, drawing, painting, singing, writing, reading, leathercraft, photography and sports are among the many hobbies Amy enjoys. In addition, she is a member of the school’s volleyball team and belongs to the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Recalling her first ex- AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. a.m.Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. p.m.Thursday: Bible Study......... 8 p.m. p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: A.M. Worship .y 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.Wednesday Evening 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville CHURCH (¥a mile East of M-66, 5 miles south o sou of Nashville) as ve) Church School >.11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School . . 10 a.m. Church Worship . 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Worship. 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TAYLOR perience in syrup making, she jokes about showing up in the wrong attire. “Our house has several large sugar bushes in the front yard,” she said in an essay written for the contest judges. “A few years ago our neighbors asked us if they could tap our trees and in exchange we would receive a free gallon of maple syrup. We were delighted with the proposition and soon our trees became homes to several silver buckets. “Our neighbors invited me over to gather and boil sap with them. I slipped on a pair of boots, put on a light jacket and walked down to their house. They had quite a chuckle over my sap attire, and I soon found myself fitted with a pair of kneehigh fireman’s boots and a heavy pair of workman’s gloves. I soon found out why. Mud can get pretty deep on a sugar trail in the woods,” Amy said. “Although I have collected sap many times, and each time it has been fun, the first time was special.” Amy said she learned how to make syrup on an oldfashioned boiler. “I always hear people comment that making syrup takes a long time and there isn’t much to do. I had plenty to do. I watched the temperature, and the bubbles. I washed sugar sand bags, filled up jugs and stacked wood.” FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service.. . 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1985 — Page 3 Nashville ambulance makes fifteen runs last month Diabetes instructor speaks to local Lions By Shelly Sulser Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness, said diabetes instructor Beverly Slanker in her presentation to the Nashville Lion’s Club last week. Slanker, Pennock Hospital’s patient educator, spoke to the Lions, touching on various causes and ways to cope with diabetes. In her presentation, Slanker pointed out that five percent of the population has diabetes and that the insulin used to treat it is made from pig and cow pancreases. “It takes 13,000 pigs and 8,000 cows to make 8,000 pounds of pancreas,” said Slanker. “That makes one pound of insulin which is enough for 750 people for one year.” Cigarettes, a high fat diet, high blood sugars and aging are common causes of narrowing of blood vessels, which is a complication of the affliction, Slanker said, adding that three of the four can be prevented. As patient educator at Pennock, she primarily works with diabetes and colostomy patients in ‘I can cope’ groups, familiarizing them with their disorder and teaching them to deal with it. Slanker received her training at the Mercy School of Nursing at Lansing’s St. Lawrence Hospital, and from Michigan State University and the University of Michigan. She began working at Pennock in 1977, where she worked in the operating room. She became patient educator in 1980. Slanker and husband, Michael, a veterinary toxicologist at MSU, live in Hastings with their four children. The Nashville ambulance service made a total of 15 runs between Dec. 15 and Jan. 15, with all medical emergencies transported to Pennock Hospital. According to coordinator Dan Cook, a breakdown of the ambulance runs indicate a total of nine medical emergency calls, three personal injurys and three non-emergency transports. The Nashville ambulance is sustained by 16 volunteers with various levels of emergency training. \ Dan Cook, Bernard Hoff­ man, Arden Reid, Robin Glass, Doug Aspinall, and Rod Scramlin are the emergency medical Queen and alternate tell some suggestions for “Festival Beverly Slanker tests Dr. Hubert Overholt's blood sugar after the Nashville Lions Club meeting where she spoke on diabetes. 4-H Shooting sports meet, Saturday The regular monthly county-wide 4-H shooting sports meet will be held Saturday, March 2. Firearms will meet from 10 a.m.-noon and Archery from 1-3 p.m. at the 4-H Building located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. For more in­ formation contact the Eaton County Cooperative Service office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Home 75O4C3 -0920 Each year, the candidates for the title of Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen are asked if they have suggestions to improve the annual festival and they usually do. This year’s queen, Polly Ann Cook, and alternate queen, Amy Laverty, have several interesting suggestions. Polly said, “The people coordinating the syrup festival are doing a very fine job, but I can think of a couple events that might attract more people. My first idea is a fireworks display on Saturday night. “The queen and her court could go to some of the area businessmen and organizations taking donations to cover the cost. Everyone could benefit from this. By contributing to the payment for fireworks, the businessmen would receive credit. While at the same time, the queen and her court would be doing promotional work. I also thought it would be nice to have more marching bands in the parade, such as others from the Eaton County area. This too would draw more people, with parents and relatives coming to watch their children,” said Polly. In response to the same question, Amy replied: “Considering that during the festival a lot of tourists come to our town, many of which Come in for a new Hair Style or Perm and... probably don’t know the whole story behind syrup­ making, maybe the town could offer some education. It would be nice if a special, easy-to-find place was set up with displays from the townspeople. The displays could be organized to show different areas of maple syrup such as: history, maple sugar candy, tapping techniques and so on.” Think Spring! Before retiring we prescribe... An Eaton Federal Savings and Loan Individual Retirement Account ACTION-ADS CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte... 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MICHIGAN- PHONE 152-1130 OLIVET, MICHIGAN • PHONE 741-2111 OFFICE NOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 1:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26. '985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas Old Quailtrap School has unusual story behind it's name When we first did a Memories piece on the old Quailtrap school back in March, 1979, we ran a photo of the student body taken in 1923. Among those scholars was the late Clyde Pen­ nington. Recently his widow, the former Eva Boise, brought us a later photo of students in the Maple Grove Township school taken about 50 years ago. The picture shows Eva and several of her schoolmates who still live in this community, and was such an excellent shot we could not resist rewriting the Quailtrap story in order to share it with our readers. Mrs. Pennington was able to add her reminiscences to those we had collected from former scholars for the 1979 story. In its heyday, Quailtrap school, located on South Clark Road just north of the Cloverdale Road ’ in­ tersection (south of Nash­ ville) , was probably the best known of all Maple Grove Township schools. Not only was it the first public school in the town- Beginners snapped in May 1928 by their teacher Miss Kinne at Quailtrap are from left, Emmabelle Swan (Organ); Nathan Sheldon; Dorotha Sixberry (Knoll); and Eva Boise (Pennington). Note the woodpile stacked near the shed in background. One day each week Miss Kinne and her students shared the task of carrying wood inside for the stove which heated the building and occasionally warmed their lunches. Twenty-three Quailtrap scholars and their teacher are seen in this circa-1935 photo. (Married names of girls have been included where known). Frontt row, from left: Victor Smith, Iva Norton, Helen Everett (Butler); Mary Jane Andrews (Oster); Eva Rose Penn­ ington (Hampton); Vance Cheeseman and Alberta Swan. Middle row, from left; Raymond Swan, Orpha ship, it had a most unique name. In an era when rural schools usually were tagged with family names, the strange label assigned the school in District No. 1 evolved around a legend. “It seems that the teacher forgot to close the windows when going home after school one day and upon arriving the next school session found a flock of quail in the building. Hence the name Quailtrap,” reports former local resident and Quailtrap scholar Wayne Fuller of Toledo. An 1880 history of Barry and Allegan counties offers a slightly different but com­ patible explanation: “The first schoolhouse (in Maple Grove Township) was built on Section 25 and was known as the Quailtrap from the fact that some enterprising lads found it a convenient rendezvous in their ex­ pedition in search of these birds.” The history writer said that the building sub­ sequently was_removed and a “new and more spacious edifice substituted” on Section 24 of Maple Grove Township. The name, however, stuck. At the time the 1880 history was compiled, Maple Grove Township had “nine framed schools” with 384 students instructed by 18 teachers, four of whom were men. Total yearly payroll for the teaching staff was $1,253. Township schools were “of comfortable but unpretentious proportions,” Recess time on the playground located just north of the school is seen in this photo taken during the 1926-27 school year by teacher Helen Kinne (Huwe), who loaned all but the large group photo for this story. During her two years at Quailtrap, Helen taught an average of 26-students from beginners to eighth-graders each year. She boarded with a nearby farm family as was the custom in those days. and in 1880 total resources of the township for education purposes had reached “the sum of $2,080.” Quailtrap school was a far cry from the first attempt to educate Maple Grove Township youngsters. In 1840 Emma and Maria Mott, daughters of a prominent local landowner, John Mott, started a school in their home about a mile west of Maple Grove Center. Six scholars were enrolled in the first session, and that number did not increase greatly during its brief existence. By 1880 Maple Grove Township had been divided into six whole and three fractional school districts governed by the following board of directors: William G. Brooks, A. P. Jarrard, Frank Fuller, C. R. Palmer, John Hinckley, M. H. Palmer, John Day, Y. J. Cassell and Henry Troyer. “There were about 32 students when I started school at Quailtrap in 1908,” Clearly visible in this 1928 photo of the Quailtrap recalled Lloyd Wilcox of Nashville when we in­ school on S. Clark Rd. is the hand pump to a well driv­ terviewed him for our 1979 en in 1912 after water from a nearby spring was sus- story. His teacher was Miss pected of causing student illness. For a time, drink­ Aura Munroe. ing water was carried from the Fuller farm across the remembered road. Students shared a common dipper for a numWilcox drinking water from a spring ber of years; later had individual tin cups. behind the school. “When some children .suspected and for a few whose photo-find prompted became ill, the water was years drinking water was this second story on obtained from the Fuller Quailtrap school, was a place across the road, but somewhat later scholar about 1912 a well was driven there. She recalls lunchtime at the school.” in the late 1920s and early The lessons of nature were ’30s. Youngsters then would an important part of lear­ bring homemade soup to ning for early scholars at school in individual glass Quailtrap. Trout swam in a jars. Before meal time the brook that meandered jars would be placed in a through the property, and large metal dishpan that had watercress and wildflowers been filled with water and grew in profusion nearby. placed atop the woodburning Quaker Brook ran close by heating stove in the the school site, and a small schoolhouse. By lunchtime tributary that Wilcox knew the servings of soup were as Kinney Creek provided piping hot. “We couldn’t ample entertainment for the afford crackers then,” noted young boys who enjoyed Mrs. Pennington, “so we chasing trout in the stream. generally had baking powder Bea (Herrington) Penfold biscuits (brought from of Nashville - also was an home).” early Quailtrap scholar The last two years of her whom we interviewed in schooling there, Eva was 1979. She started school there also “more or less janitor” in 1906 and recalled that four and kept the school swept years later William Ayers out. was hired to move the “All of us kept busy schoolhouse to more level carrying wood into the ground. Wilcox also school in the winter,” she remembered this move, added. “We piled it around about 150 feet to the south, the stove and it was quite but neither knows exactly crowded when we got all of what prompted the us (25-30 students) inside.” relocation. Melissa (DeBolt) Bea and Lloyd both walked Showalter of Nashville Eastman (Reid); Sarah Norton; Margaret Lowell; Ralph nearly two miles to attend started school at Quailtrap in Van Aucken; Orville Sixberry; Junior Swan; Joe Anschool. “We left our lunch 1902. In a 1979 interview she drews; Calvin Gould; Dorothy Norton. Back row, from pails in the entryway,” she remembered drinking water left: Ray Boise, Alice Cheeseman (Bisel); Eva Boi Boise remembers, “and in win­ from a pail in the entryway (Pennington); teacher Lucille DeWitt Hecker; Mildred tertime our lunches often with a “community dipper” Flannery; Nathan Sheldon and Carl Gould. would be frozen by noon.” used by all of the students. (Photo loaned, courtesy Eva Boise Pennington) Eva (Boise) Pennington, �Nashville News, cont More than 20 years later Eva (Boise) Pennington and her classmates followed the sajne practice. “We drank from the same dipper and were never sick,” she noted. Later each student had his or her own cup, a move that Eva believes was instigated by the state health depart­ ment. Mrs. Showalter recalled that “about 1905 all the schoolchildren and their parents gathered at our home for a picnic. It was quite an event.” Teachers were included, of course. Bea (Herrington) Penfold recalled a favorite one: Johnny Bowman. He lived in Nashville in the present-day Boldrey home on Durkee Street, and was an effective and popular instructor. Arthur Lathrop is recalled as one ofher first teachers at Quailtrap by Eva (Boise) Pennington. “Everybody learned more than they do nowdays,” she added. Another of her teachers was Helen (Kinne) Huwe of Nashville, who taught at Qualtrap from 1926 to 1928. She boarded with the Fuller family across the road from the schoolhouse. During her tenure there, Helen had about 26 pupils at a time, and a woodburning stove still heated the premises. An eighth-grader (high school age students continued their education in town) split kindling wood for the stove A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative MICHIGAN BECOMES FOURTH STATE WITH SEAT BELT LAW - Michigan became the fourth state to adopt a mandatory seat belt law last week when it passed Senate Bill 6, a new law requiring drivers and front seat passengers to wear seat belts, beginning July 1. A $10 fine, which rises to $25 next January, will be levied against violators, only after the vehicle has been stopped for some other traffic violation. No penalty points will be given for failure to comply with the new law. Over 300 lives could be saved during the first year of the law. Several states are adopting mandatory seat belt laws to help forestall federal plans to require the installation of air bags in all American-made cars. LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND - The Department of Natural,Resources is extending its deadline for submitting pre-application forms for grants for local units of government until March 15, 1985. The forms are available to those Michigan communities that wish to apply for grants to develop public recreation projects. Contact the DNR Recreation Services Division, P.O. Box 30028, Lansing, MI 48909, or call (517) 373-1660. PROPOSED LAW WOULD PROTECT BUYERS OF ART - Legislation has been reported out of the House Judiciary Committee that is designed to protect buyers of multiple copies of prints, photographs, and other visual art objects. Art dealers would be required to prove authenticity and grant warranties for each art item. Proponents of the bills, H.B. 4070-4072, claim that such legislation will protect consumers as well as reputable art dealers. BLOCK PARENT PROTECTION - Michigan’s “good Samaritan laws” would include block parent programs under legislation recently introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. If adopted, the measure would place block parent programs under existing law to protect volunteers who help school children in emergencies from civil suits arising out ofan injury suffered by a child seeking help. BILL WOULD BAR FIRED STRIKERS FROM UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS - Legislation will soon be introduced in the Michigan House that would prevent public employees who strike and lose their jobs from collecting unemployment benefits. The bill is being introduced in response to a court order that allows 196 Michigan air traffic controllers who struck in 1981 and were fired to collect retroactive unemployment benefits from the state. on his lunch hour. Drinking water still came from a hand pump in the front yard. By the early 1940s the Quailtrap school was con­ solidated with Nashville’s public school system and the historic old schoolhouse stood idle. Today, minus its ornate gingerbread-trimmed belfry, the structure serves as a private residence. But memories of the past still dwell in the shade of ancient maples planted near the school some 75 years ago by Quailtrap scholars as an Arbor Day project. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller St. School Monday, March 4 Hamburger, French Fries, Peaches, Pickles. Tuesday, March 5 Pizza, Green Beans, Applesauce. Wednesday, March 6 Spaghetti or Chef Salad, Peas, Fruit Mix, Rolls. Thursday,March 7 Barbequed Pork on Bun, Corn, Figs. Friday, March 8 School A.M. Only. Parent­ Teacher Conferences. NOTE: Milk is served with each lunch. Maple Valley Jr. Sr. High Friday, March 1 Pizza Buns, Corn, Peaches, Cookie. Monday, March 4 Hot Ham and Cheese, Sweet Potatoes, Cherry Crisp. Tuesday, March 5 Sloppy Joe’s, Tri-taters, Corn, Pears. Wednesday, March 6 Baked Chicken; Mashed Potatoes and Butter, Peas, Peaches, Bread and Butter. Thursday, March 7 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Applesauce, Roll and Butter. Friday, March 8 School in A.M. Only. No Lunch. .. NOTE: Milk is served with all lunches. Maplewood School Lunch Monday, March 4 Hot Ham and Cheese, French Fries, Corn Ap­ plesauce. Tuesday, March 5 Pizza, Potato Chips, Green Beans, Peaches, Cookie. 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A Time-Life book about World War II. “Wooden Toys: Projects and Plans” by Heinz Calls made to the Graesch. “Games, Drills and Fit­ Castleton-Maple Grove Fire ness Practices for Soccer Dept, in 1984 resulted in a Coaching” by Nick total of92 runs made by local Whitehead and Malcolm fire crews. Fire Chief Doug Yarger Cook. “Action Cheerleading” by said the 1984 numbers top the '83 83 totals by 18, with a record Barbara Egbert. of 104 in 1982. “Ethyl” by Joseph C. Fifty-three of the 92 runs Robert. A history of the for ’84 were contained in the corporation and the people Castleton and. Maple Grove who made it. townships, with five runs to “The Story of America”. Kalamo and 18 in the village Great people and events that of Nashville, while the rest shaped our nation. Published were assists to other by Reader’s Digest. departments. “The Facts of Life” by Yarger said 1985 may be Jonathan Miller and David another record year, with 29 Pelham. Three-dimensional fire runs recorded so far. The local fire department illustrations depict all the is manned by 18 volunteer wonders of human firemen with six trucks reproduction. available for use. “Exploring with Lasers” Yarger wishes to thank the by Brent Filson. local Boy Scouts for the nice ‘‘Computer Graphics Basics” by Lawrence job they did of digging out Stevens. An introduction for the fire hydrants in town, and the taxpayers for the lived in Michigan in the 1800s. “A Second-Hand Life” by Charles Jackson. A novel by the author of “The Lost Weekend”. We have many new books for young adults, fiction and biography. Nashville area's '84 fire runs top 1983'totals millage they passed in the November election. Thanks and appreciation also goes to all the people wo who made generous donations of money and equipment to the fire department in 1984, he said. It' a girl... Mr. and Mrs. Danny Myers of 6139 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville announce the birth of their daughter, Danielle Lei, on Feb. 7. Grandparents of the new baby are Mr. and Mrs. Mel Hoffman and Robert Myers of Vermontville and Dutch Weiler of Nashville. Great­ grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Claude Myers of Vermontville, Dorothy Secord of Dimondale, and Gladys Beach of Waters. Great-great grandparents are Mrs. Rose Gray of Petoskey and George Hillard of Vestaburg. Buy these systems where you can actually see and try them and get actual “hands on” experience BEFORE you buy! We have fully operational systems in our showroom. 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A COM T-l Receiver What the system will do: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Mo­ vies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural pro­ gramming, other TV statidns and much more! Financing Available NO MONEY DOWN To Qualified Buyers We have two set-up crews to Install our systems. State of the Art Equipment Invest in the Best! ★ COMPETITIVE PRICES * FULL WARRANTY We now carry “Orbit Satellite TV Guides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified INSTALLATION • SALES • SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County” Visit our facilities ... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant Phone... 945-3517 OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 - 9 p.m.; Sot., 9 - 5 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 26. 1985 — Page 6 Lion varsity eagers win two of three The Maple Valley basketball team completed another busy week winning two of the three games they played. On Monday, the Lions traveled to Lakewood and lost the make-up game 65-63 in overtime. Both teams netted 15 points in the first quarter but a 20-point second period put the Lions ahead 35-29 at the half. The five point Lion lead continued to hold at the beginning of the final stanza but slipped until the final three minutes when the Vikings caught their visitors. The final score in regulation was 54 all. Lakewood got their 8 points in the overtime from 2 field goals and 4 free throw tosses. Valley connected oh 3 field goals. Three Lions scored in double figures. Jeff Hamilton with 20 points, Gary Reid with 17, and Greg Lenz with 10. Valley made a clean sweep of Middleville this year by defeating them for the second time. The Lions made the trip on Tuesday and snared the 73-64 victory. The win came at the freethrow line for Valley. The Trojans were whistled for 29 fouls and the Lions for 24 but the Lions hit 31 of 40 while Middleville managed only 10 of 24 charity tosses. Valley held the lead through the first half and maintained a 37-35 edge beginning the third quarter. Each team scored 16 in the period. The lead began to change hands late in the final quarter but Valley took the winning edge when the Trojans began fouling to get the ball. Three costly Trojans ball handling errors in a row sealed the win for the visiting Lions. Maple Valley gained 20 points from Jeff Hamilton and 10 points each from Ryan Trowbridge, Gary Reid, Shan Ferrier and Mike Siple. Kurt Hartenburg added 9 and Jim Benit 4 points. Reid also gathered in 9 rebounds and was 6 of 6 at Sports Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Ambulance Maple Valley's Gary Reid scoops up a loose ball against St. Philip last Friday. The Lions beat the Tigers 60-57 and are now 11 -6 on the year. BENEFIT DANCE the charity stripe. Shan Ferrier also tossed in 6 free throws on 6 attempts. The Lions hosted their last SMAA rival of the year on Friday. St. Philip invaded the Lion gym and raced to an Saturday, March 9 Beginning at... Freshmen defeat St. Philip but lose to Middleville 9=00 P.M. At Nashville VFW Music by... Last week the Maple Valley freshmen basketball team lost to Middleville 77 to 56 but came back on Friday to defeat St. Philip by a score of 53-49. “PARTY DOWN ★ *5.00 Donation Per Couple * Allow 7 to 10 days for delivery. 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The young Lions made a very strong run on the Trojans and got within two points with 5 minutes and 30 seconds to go in the game. Middleville’s size and speed took over and outscored the Lions 23 to 4 to give Maple Valley its fourth loss of the season. The individual scoring for M.V. was Scot Lenz, 17 points; Buck DeGroot, 11 points; Jim Venton, 10 points; Bill Brenton, 8 points; Jeff Fisher, 6 points; Richie Varney and David Markland, 2 points. Lenz, Venton and Fisher pulled down 10, 8 and 7 rebounds. On Friday the Maple Valley freshmen team picked up their 12th win of the year with a victory over Battle Creek St. Philip. The game was very close in the first half. St. Philip held a one point edge going into the shower room at halftime, 25 to 26. Then Valley finally started to put things together and moved ahead 39 to 36 going into the fourth quarter. The two teams traded baskets but M.V. made one more free throw in the fourth quarter to seal the victory 53 to 49. Scoring for the Lions went Continued'on next page— Kurt Hartenburg of Maple Valley tries to block a shot by a St. Philip player last Friday. (Maple Valley News photos) six, 29-23, at the half. Jeff Hamilton netted 11 of his 21 points in the third quarter and with the help of Gary Reid, Ryan Trowbridge, Jim Benit and Shan Ferrier, the Lions put together a 24 point quarter which gave Valley a 47-44 lead. The Lions held a slim lead until St. Phil gained a one point edge. It was Jeff Hamilton’s driving lay-up with 3 seconds remaining that put the Lions on top to stay. The final score read 60-57. Mike Siple turned in another fine performance for the Lions scoring 9 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. Gary Reid also gathered in 9 rebounds and 9 points and added 10 assists. Hamilton had 5 steals and 7 assists for the night. Shan Ferrier added 6 points for Valley; Ryan Trowbridge had 4 points; Kurt Hartenburg, 3; Greg Lenz and Terry Hall, 2. Jim Benit played a fine defensive game; added 4 points for Valley. The two remaining games on the 1984-85 schedule in­ volve non-league games. Tuesday Valley travels to Potterville and Friday they host Galesburg-Augusta for Parents Night. Spring Is Just around the corner! Think Spring! Perk up with a new cut or style at... The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville Call for appointment... 726-0257 Mens • Womens • Childrens Maple Valley Right to Life — MONTHLY MEETING — Will be... At . Tues., Feb. 26th 7:00 P.M. At the Community Bldg, in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1985 — Page 7 Former local lady teaching in Florida Becky Erwin, daughter of Jim and Alberta Erwin of Rte. 2, Nashville, has ac­ cepted a position teaching high school French at the Jupiter High School in West Palm Beach County, Florida. Becky is a graduate of Michigan State University with a major in French language and literature, and has traveled in France and Europe • Engagements - Zinger - Ashcraft Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Zinger of Vermontville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Brenda Faye Zinger, to Airman Raymond A. Ashcraft, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Ash­ craft of Nashville. Freshman from page 6 as follows: Buck DeGroot, 19 points; Bill Brenton, 13 points; Scot Lenz and Jeff Fisher, 8 points; Eric Haeck, 3 points; and David Markland, 2 points. Rebounding was spread out among a number of players, Scot Lenz and Jeff Fisher, 7; Bill Brenton, 6; and Richard Meade, 5. The Maple Valley fresh­ men team will play its last game of the season against Hastings on Tuesday. Brenda is a student at Maple Valley High School. She will complete her high school education in San Vardetoes, Italy. Ray is a graduate of Maple Valley High School, and now is serving in the United States Air Force in Biloxi, Mississippi. He is currently taking training in intelligent human relations and will graduate on May 21. Ray and Brenda are both members at the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville. A May 25, 1985 wedding is being planned at the Church of the Nazarene. Ray and Brenda will make their home in San Vardetos, Italy. 4-H office training planned All Eaton County club and county 4-h officers as well as anyone interested is invited to attend an officer training workshop on Saturday, March 2. The session will be held from 3-4:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall, located ori the fairgrounds in Charlotte. For more information or to register for the workshop, contact the Eaton County Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Irene’s Beauty Shop 852-9107 Ethol M Figg Obituaries Margaret E. Weinman VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Margaret E. Weinman, 83, of 158 Walnut St., Vermontville, died Saturday, Feb. 23, 1985, at Hayes-Green-Beach Hospital, Charlotte. She was born on June 20, 1901 in Battle Creek, the daughter of William and Laura (Schnau) Barber. - She was raised in Battle Creek and attended school there. She married George Weinman on June 7, 1977. Previous marriages to Harvey Cook and Floyd Rounds ended in divorce. She was employed at Dr. Kelsey’s office in Ver­ montville for many years and as a cook at the Maplewood Elementary School for a short time. She attended the Vermontville Bible Church for many years. Mrs. Weinman is survived by her husband, George; seven daughters, Mrs. Ray (Blanche) Hurshman of Lansing, Mrs. Herald (Margaret) Graham of Charlotte, Mrs. Ray (Lola) Patterson of Levern, Calif., Rhoda Ann Lathrop GRAND RAPIDS Mrs. Rhoda Ann Lathrop, 100, formerly of 316 Phillips St., Nashville, died Tuesday, Feb. 19, 1985, at the M.J. Clark Memorial Home in Grand Rapids. She was born Nov. 17, 1884 in Coates Nr. Peterborough, England, the daughter ofArthur and Mary (Smith) Boon. She was raised in England and came to the United States and to Hastings in 1904. She married E. H. Lathrop on Jan. 1, 1908. Mr. Lathrop died in June, 1965. They lived ori the Lathrop homestead on Morgan Road for many years . before moving into Nashville in 1964. She was employed as a seamstress in the Hastings area for several years. She was a member of the Barryville Methodist Church, the Barryville Ladies Aid Society, and the Nashville Garden Club. Mrs. Lathrop is survived by two sons, Hubert Lathrop of Nashville and Ferris Auio-Owners polled their customers, and found almost all of them are sat­ isfied with Auto-Owners Claims Service. (Nobody's perfect, but we're try­ ing.) So right now there is a great effort to please the few that aren't and con­ tinue the "common sense" approach to settlements that made Auto-Owners so popular in the first place. See your Auto-Owners agent. Because although there are many that say they have great claims service, Auto-Owners works harder every day to prove it. Mrs. Figg is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Kenyon (Hildred) Peabody of Vermontville, Mrs. Paul (Alene) Gilmore of Lansing, and Mrs. Carl (Jane) Thrun of Vermontville; 12 grand­ children; 24 great - grand­ children; and two sisters, Mrs. Leo (Grace) Hendricks of Defiance, Ohio and Mrs. Frederick (Norma) Bunday of Lansing. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Wright, and one sister, Gertrude Tellier. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Vermontville United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Glenn Lit­ chfield o(ficiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Arrangements are by Vogt Chapel - Wren Funeral Homes. Memorial contributions may be made to the church or to the Medical Facility. Nellie A. Moon NASHVILLE - Mrs. Nellie A. Moon, 95, of 603 Sherman St., Nashville, died Satur­ day, Feb. 23, 1985, at Pen­ nock Hospital. She was born Feb. 15, 1890, in Baltimore Twp., the daughter of Lem and Hattie (Sentz) Ed­ monds. She attended schools in Barry County. She married Carl Moon on Dec. 3, 1908. Mr. Moon died Nov. 9, 1968. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Nashville, W.C.T.U., and United, Methodist Women’s Group. Mrs. Moon is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Mary Mater and Dorothy Ed­ monds, both of Nashville; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Henry Edmonds, one sister, Effie Hosmer, and one adopted son, Robert Moon. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Wed­ nesday, Feb. 27, at the United Methodist Church in Nashville, with the Rev. Steven Reid officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Putnam Library in Nashville. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. COUPON DAYS LUCKY DISCOUNT COUPON DAYS Weight restrictions are currently in effect on Barry County roads as of Sunday, Feb. 24 and have been en­ forced as of Monday. Many may say they have great claims service. Only some can prove it. Starts Tuesday, February 26 I 10 Days Only Supplies Are Limited! See our circular for more details -- if you didn’t get one, pick one up at the store. < M ACE PHARMACY Tk£No PrM/mPeo/lfa, - Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville LathropofLake Worth, Fla.; one daughter, Mrs. Kenneth (Dorothy) Kelsey of Hastings; a sister-in-law, Mrs. Ada Boon of Coates, England; 13 grandchildren; 14 great - grandchildren; one great - great - grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Rupert V. Lathrop, in 1909. Road weight restrictions now in effect in county How can you count on great claims service? No problem. Stan Trumble Mrs. Allen (Carolyn) Olmstead of Bellevue, Mrs. Lloyd (Elsie) Wolever of Vermontville, Mrs. Joanne Rugg of Bellevue, and Mrs. Archie (Ardean) Gonser of Vermontville; a stepson, Reginald Rounds of Holt, Mich.; 44 grandchildren; 67 great grandchildren; 12 great - great - grand­ children; and two brothers, Allston Barber of Newaygo and Wesley Barber of Lansing. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Dorothy Roll; a son, Floyd Rounds; a stepdaughter, Betty Bradstreet; a sister, Dorothy Barber; and a brother, William Barber. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, at the Vermontville Bible Church, with the Rev. Daniel Smith officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Battle Creek. Arrangements are by Vogt Chapel - Wren Funeral Homes of Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. VERMONTVILLE Mrs. Ethol M. Figg, 91, of 10269 Kelly Hwy., Vermontville, died Sunday, Feb. 24, 1985, at the Barry County Medical Facility. She was born Aug. 6, 1893 in Vermontville Township, Eaton County, the daughter of John and Edith (Snyder) Gearhart. She was a lifelong Eaton County resident attending Chance school and Vermontville High School. She was married to Clare H. Figg on Feb. 2, 1915, and they lived most of their married life in the Ver­ montville area. Mr. Figg died Dec. 1, 1966. She was employed for several years with her father in his General Store in Sunfield. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, the Women’s Club, Triangle Club, Garden Club, and the Farm Bureau, all of Ver­ montville. HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville Teresa Jones PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 26, 1985 — Page 8 BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING February 20,1985 Present: Hawkins, Tobias, Cogswell, Ossenheimer, Sleeper, Cole. Absent: Baker. 1. Opening: Superintendent Wolff was also absent from this meeting. Meeting called to order by the President. This meeting was rescheduled from February 13, 1985. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve the minutes of the January 9th regular meeting with corrections being made on the following: Item No. 22 should read as fol­ lows: Ayes: Baker, Ossenheimer, Cogswell, Sleeper. Nay: Tobias and Hawkins. Absent: Cole. Motion carried. 3. Bills: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by- Tobias to approve payment from the gen­ eral fund bills in the amount of $159,457.06. Within this amount is a payment to Michigan National Bank in the amount of $100,000.00 towards the loan. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Cole, supported by Ossenheimer to approve transfer of funds from the general fund to the payroll account for the follow­ ing amounts: January 18, 1985, $110,300.27; Feb­ ruary 1, 1985, $111,249.48. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 5. Communications: A letter was read from Con­ nie Stewart regarding her concerns that there was no honor roll listed in the local paper for the third graders. A letter was read from the Village of Nashville giving notice of a public hearing at the Community Center in Nashville on February 28, 1985 for the consideration of transferring the Commercial Fac­ ilities Exemption Certificate issued November 10, 1983 from Russell Furlong to David Mace. The board would like to go on record as sup­ porting this transfer. 6. Administrator Contract: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to approve a one year extension of Mr. Yost's contract thru June 30, 1986. Yeas: Ossenheimer, Tobias, Cole, Hawkins. Nay: Sleeper and Cogswell. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 7. April Board Meeting: Motion made by Cogs­ well, supported by Tobias to re-schedule the April Castleton Township BOARD of REVIEW Will meet on March 5, 1985 at the Castleton Township Hall for the purpose of reviewing the property assessment roll. The BOARD of REVIEW will also meet on Mon­ day and Tuesday, March 11 and 12, 1985 from 9 a.m. until noon and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for any property owner wishing to examine their assess­ ment or to show evidence why the 1985 valuation should be changed. Tentative ratio is 50% and multiplier of 1.00 for all classes of Real and Personal Property. Justin W. Cooley Castleton Township Supervisor VILLAGE ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That an Annual Village Election will be held in the Village of Nashville STATE OF MICHIGAN — at — Community Center, 715 N. Main St. within said Village on Monday, March 11,1985 FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE ELECTION OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS, VIZ; ________3 Trustees _____ Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW, ACT 116, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720. On the day of any election the polls shall be opened at 7 o'clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o'clock in the afternoon and no longer. Every qual­ ified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescrib­ ed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7 o’clock a.m. and will remain open until 8 o’clock p.m. of said day of election. SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk board meeting to Wednesday, April 17, 1985. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 8. Varsity Football Coach: Motion made by Cole, supported by Ossenheimer, to approve the recommendation from Larry Lenz to approve Guenther Mittelstaedt as Varsity Football Coach. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 9. Contracts: Gillmore Brandenburg. There was a discussion on the probability of placing John Brandenburg on a higher salary scale by giving him two years credit for outside experience. He would be placed on a BA plus 20 hours on the second step. Mr. Hartenburg indicated that this has been dis­ cussed with the local teacher association and that it was agreeable with them to place Mr. Branden­ burg on the second step with the understanding that this would not be setting a precedent in the future. Motion made by Tobias not to accept this recom­ mendation, but to accept Mr. Wolff's recommen­ dation to place Mr. Brandenburg on the zero step with no consideration for outside experience. Motion died due to lack of support. Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to accept Mr. Hartenburg's recommendation to place Mr. Brandenburg on a BA plus 20 hours on the second step of the salary scale. Also, to ap­ prove a contract for Charles Gillmore. Ayes: Cogs­ well, Cole, Ossenheimer, Hawkins, -Sleeper. Nay: Tobias. Absent: Baker, Motipn carried. 10. Bus Rotation: Gerald Aldrich discussed the procedure of selling used school busses. There was no agreement reached as to the procedure that should be used. Therefore, this was referred back to the Transportation Committee for further study. More information will be made available at the March board meeting. 11. Contract: Wallace. Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Tobias to approve a contract for June Wallace to teach Kindergarten-reading at Fuller Street Elementary through the end of the school year. Amount of contract: $9,305.13. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 12. Amended budget: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cogswell to approve an amended general fund budget for the 1984-85 school year. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 13. In-Service Programs: A report was given by B. Hartenburg, H. Yost and Wm. Christensen on the in-service program that was held Tuesday afternoon February 5th. Also, reports were given by the prin­ cipals regarding projection for teaching staff for the 1985-86 school year. 14. Copy Machine: The copy machine recommen­ dation for the Central Office was tabled until the March board meeting, because it was felt that we could possibly obtain a better price than the ones we had received from the three bids that were submitted. 15. Bible Study: Shan Ferrier attended the meet­ ing and requested the use of a classroom to hold Bible Study before school on Thursday mornings. This would be a non-demominational group and is only for student groups. It was the concensus of the board members to approve this Bible Study. 16. Double-Deck Oven School Lunch. Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Sleeper to ac­ cept the bid from Stafford-Smith, Inc. for a double deck oven at a price of $3,949.00 for the Jr.-Sr. High School kitchen. This will be paid for out of the Morning Break funds within the school lunch ac­ count, not the general fund. Ayes: Cogswell, Cole, Ossenheimer, Sleeper, Hawkins, Nay: Tobias. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. 17. Committee Reports: There were no reports from the various committees at this time. 18. Seventh Period: The board was asked for their consideration for scheduling a seventh period in cooperation with the Community. School Pro­ gram for students that are behind in credits. Cur­ rently they must make them up at a school other than Maple Valley. The class would be for day students held from 2:30-4:30.p.m. two afternoons per week. There was a discussion on this matter, but the board felt that they could not make a decision at this time, and it has been referred back to the Policy and Curriculum committee. Their findings will be reported back at the March board meeting. 19. Parent concerns: Pat Priddy attended the meeting and voiced her concerns over having away basketball games played during the time that school was closed due to inclement weather ditions. This matter was referred back to the Ath­ letic Council Committee for further study. More information yvill be made available at the March board meetings. 20. Silent Observer Program: The board would like to go on record as supporting the Silent Ob­ server Program that is currently be established in Nashville. 21.. Adjournment: Motion made by y, Cogswell supported by Tobias to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: all. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. Time: 10:25 p.m. Paula Cole, Secretary Maple Valley Board of Education These minutes are subject to approval at the regular board of education meeting March 13 1985. This week in Lansing by Rep. Ernest Nash * Mandatory seat belt law infringes on freedoms The mandatory seat belt legislation that recently passed the Michigan Legislature was an in­ fringement of the freedom of choice guaranteed to all Americans and that’s why I voted against it. The seat belt vote is probably one of the most difficult decisions I will make this sessions. There are both public safety arguments and economic arguments in favor of the bill. Seat belts save lives, according to the data presented by proponents of this bill. Yet, after wrestling with the issue and listening to the opinions of people on both sides of the controversy. I believe that drivers should, have the freedom of choice that this bill takes away. Constituents who urged a no vote on the bill were adamant in their opposition, while those who favored the seat belt law were not as strong in their support. I see this as a question of individual liberty versus government intrusion, and in my opinion, the government has gone too far. The legislation will take effect July 1. It imposes a $10 penalty for failing to wear a seatbelt. On January 1, 1986, the fine increases to $25. The bill will only be enforced as a secondary action, after a driver is detained by law enforcement authorities for another suspected traffic violation. Utility Allows Home Heating Allowance As Payment For Property Taxes For the many senior citizens and low income families who found that a change in state law prevents them from using their home heating allowance to pay their property tax bills, an arrangement has been worked out with a major utility that will allow them to do so. A House colleague of mine, State Representative Claude Trim (R-Waterford), has received assurance from Consumers Powfetf/ th'dt* thfe utility will reimburse customers in cash for vouchers as long as their utility bills have been paid. Many senior citizens and people with low incomes are entitled to home heating assistance. In the past, the state has sent out checks. But last year, a new law was passed as a result of meetings with . utilities, lawmakers and concerned citizens, and the checks have been replaced by vouchers. The voucher system was designed to assure that utilities did in fact receive payment because some people abused the system by spending their checks on other things. In return for the voucher system, the utilities promised not to shut off service. But the fact is there are many people entitled to the assistance who have been paying their utilities all along. They have been counting on their heating assistance money to pay their property taxes. But the local units of government cannot accept the heating vouchers. Unless we can do something about this situation, people who planned to pay their property tax bills with these continued on next page NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING There will be a public hearing, Thursday, Feb­ ruary 28, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville for the following purpose: To consider the application to transfer the Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate issued November 10, 1983 from Russell Furlong to David Mace on the property located at 211, 213 and 215 N. Main St., Nashville according to Act 255, P.A. 1978. Susan M. Corkwell Village Clerk • PUBLIC HEARING • The Nashville Village Council will hold a Pub­ lic Hearing, Thursday, February 28, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville to ap­ prove the actual use of the 1985 fiscal year Federal Revenue Sharing in conjunction with the Annual Budget for the Village of Nashville. Susan M Corkwell Village Clerk NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW MEETINGS The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Vermontville fire barn on Monday, March 11th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday,, March 12th from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. for the purpose of hear­ ing individual appeals. A tentative ratio of 50% and a multiplies of 1 for all real and personal property will be used. Edward Sampson Vermontville Township Supervisor �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. February 26. 1985 — Page 9 EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR “Jim Thursday, Feb. 28- 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., New Economic Realities for Dairy Farmers, Ionia. Saturday, March 2 - Teen Modeling Workshop, MSU. Saturday, March 2-ShootingSports: firearms 10a.m.- noon, archery 1-3 p.m., 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Saturday, March 2-3-4:30 p.m., Officer Training Workshop, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Sunday, March 3 -1 p.m., Annual 4-H Horse Judging Oral Reasons Clinic, Livestock Pavilion, MSU. Monday, March 4-7 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, March 4 -7:30 p.m., Eaton County Outdoor Club, 4H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, March 4 - 8 p.m., Controlling Problem Weeds in Corn, Lakewood High School. Tuesday, March 5 - 7 p.m., Personal Appearance leaders meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Thursday, March 7 - 10 a.m., Eaton County Dairy Tour. Beginning at Bruce and John Harkness’, 11020 Kinneville, Eaton Rapids. Saturday, March 9 - 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rabbit Clinic; 1-3 p.m., Poultry Clinic. 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Sunday, March 10-Salon of Culinary Arts, MSU. Monday, March 11-8 p.m.. Farm Communication System, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Tuesday, March 12 7:30 p.m., The Functions of Cooperatives, Eaton County Courthouse. Tuesday, March 12 - 7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, March 12 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Thursday, March 14 - Soil Conservation District Annual Meeting. Thursday, March 14 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Saturday, March 16- 4:30-8 p.m., 4-H Pancake Supper, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. ™i|| t life i Legislative commentary, continued from previous page— Il is is?' Sw KvM iiii \1 \ 1 X SS XS * b • lib ■ftsiU «ta»( srtitj dj iwfii fcta, Pili tit W 11 R i!«i i; m irituli HUH benefits won’t be able to do it. Trim contacted Consumers Power and received assurances that the reim­ bursement for the vouchers would be available to citizens within 14 days of their turning them in. I suggest that people who find themselves in this position contact their city or township officials and in­ form them they will pay their property taxes by the end of the month. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... (We service submersible pumps) «e «i lie pofSljW ilN ill GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 ‘*£'**1 £1 swift ' swif by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin PARTV One accustomed to the ease and convenience of life in the 20th century can scarcely picture the primitive conditions which surrounded the first pioneers. Being almost entirely isolated from the outside world except for infrequent mail, the colonists of necessity had to be self­ sustaining. Vermontville’s Main Street, at that time, stret­ ched a mile east and west with two rows of small log houses fronting the road along its length. They were roofed with either peeled basswood bark or oak “shakes” which were a fair protection from rain but provided small resistance to wind-driven snow that sifted in on beds and floors. These floors were made of split boards, the log walls often papered with New York papers which varied ac­ cording to the interests of the man of the house. A ladder was often the only way into the loft and a trap door gave entrance to the cellar. To quote from the Barber history — "The inside illumination of winter evenings, radiated from huge fireplaces made of stone and clay, and the smoke passed up chimneys made of sticks that were plastered with mud on the inside.” Tallow candles and a light produced by a strip of cotton flannel put in an open dish of lard set afire by a bit of paper, added to the glow from the fireplace and enabled the housemother to spin woolen yarn, knit socks and mittens, and sew. Cloth for clothing was coarse and called “Hard times”. Hats for summer wear were fashioned of braided wheat or rye straw and winter caps were of cloth. Living was chiefly from the products of the land and the making of maple sugar, soap and candles was a yearly process according to the season. Articles like tea, tobacco, spices and salaratus were among the few which must be pur­ chased and about the only things to have sale-value were fur, principally coon skins, and "black salts". The woods were full of small game, wild turkeys, pigeons, patridge, while deer, wolves and bears were also plentiful. (Note: One of the pet grievances through a lifetime of 86 years was voiced in the oft repeated statement by my father H.J. M. "...and mother wouldn’t let me have a gun!” J.E.M.) The streams provided good fishing of pickerel, mullet, suckers, perch, and other small finny fry. Because of the Thornapple River for canoeing and fishing, and with the forest for game and maple sugar, Vermontville news by Ava Kroger RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM I Wfe fw/m Vermontville, 100 years of history, 1836-1936 Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/ exchg ’35" w/built in regulator .. W/ exchg. Most Starters.... Starters . w. exchg ’45" ’35" w/solnoid ....................... w/ exchg ’4295 Water Pumps...... w/exchg ’29" instock for most American Cars KEEP YOUR OUR CAR UKENEW! New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St.. Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Coming events: — Thursday. Feb. 28 Vermontville Historical Society meets at7 p.m. at the Griswold Room for potluck and "Sugaring Off’.. The 1985 Maple Syrup Queen and her court will be honored guests. — Monday, March 4 Vermontville Women’s Club Birthday Banquet at the Griswold Roomat7 p.m. The date in the program book is wrong. More details later. Word received Sunday of the death of two elderly women who are lifetime members of this community. Mrs. Margaret Rounds Wineman passed away Saturday at HGB Hospital where she was taken from Immanuel Nursing Home. Mrs. Ethel Figg, 90, passed away early Sunday morning at the Barry County Medical Care Facility after a long illness. Services for both are listed at the end of this column. Reports from the ill in­ clude Lawrence Frith who was discharged Tuesday but will require a period for convalescing. Michael Bemis, accident victim, is still at St. Lawrence Hospital and facing further surgery; Charles Martin of Round Lake Rd. has been in Sparrow Hospital over a week for hip socket replacement; Joe Frith (a cousin not an uncle of Frith) is Lawrence recovering slowly from surgery at Ingham Medical Hospital. Everyone is so tired of snow drifts that turned to water over the weekend causing blocked roads and flooded basements. Then at 4:05 a.m. on Friday the power went off for over nine hours in most of Ver­ montville. Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fisher returned late Saturday night from a nine-day trip to New Orleans with a group from Gene’s union. They stopped in Nashville, Tenn, on the way home and took in the Grand Ole Opry. Mr. and Mrs. Marian Corey, Roger, Mrs. Frances Shetenhelm and Mrs. Lucille Love attended the funeral of a cousin, Charles Brooks, at Angola, Ind. on Saturday. They report it was a terrifying trip because of the rain and fog. Mrs. Joyce Petersen and Mrs. Greg Rodriguez went to Metropolitan Airport in Detroit Sunday p.m. to pick up Jim Petersen who has been in Riverside, Calif, for seven weeks attending a school for a new business opportunity. He was sup­ posed to leave California at 12:30 p.m. P.S.T. yesterday but was held up as O’Hare was closed. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict spent last weekend with their daughters Iris and Karen and families in In­ diana. Then because of the snow at home, they stayed twodays more. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict spent Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Everett Steward in rural Charlotte. Mr. Victor Booher of St. Mary’s Lake spent Sunday Indians of the Pottawatomie tribe were numerous in this section. They were friendly and willing to exchange fish and venison for farm products of salt pork, com meal and wheat flour, so barter was frequent between them and the settlers. They remained in diminishing number up to the ’60s. Beside the native Pottawatomies, several families came from Canada, remaining a year near the village. They were much more civilized, spoke good English, were neatly dressed and held religious meetings, attending often Congregational services. Christian burial was given a squaw who died, by Rev. Methodist Day, a missionary. The women did fine needlework and there had evidently been a long association with white men in Canada. Bears were the most troublesome of the forest creatures and bold in their raids upon pig pens — a young porker being a special delicacy. One particular bruin had his lair in woods north of the village and became so frequent in his depredations that it was decided to organize a hunt for his destruction. The “last straw" in making this decision was the fact that Henry J. Martin, a small boy at the time, was playing in front of their home when the bear came out of the woods and made toward him. A neighbor saw him and screamed to Henry’s mother who rushed out and took the child into the house just in time. This was such a close call the hunt was organized at once in which all the men, boys, dogs and guns were engaged. A general knowledge of the location of the bear’s den, led the party to surround a certain section ofland, all. at a signal, marching into a common center. When the bear broke through, the men gave chase and a bullet from the gun of Reuben Sanford ended bruin’s career. The meat was divided by lot among the families and the skin was sold for about $7 which was devoted to the purchase of the first Sunday School Library. Among other authentic bear stories was one in which Dudley F. Bullock, grand­ father of Juliette Gehman, was an active participant His wife’s father, Horace Howell, a pioneer of Calhoun County, made the Bullocks a visit and when out hunting one day, shot a deer near the house. Wishing help, he called Mr. Bullock, who, on his way to answer the call, saw three bears coming down from a large, leaning tree nearby. He called Mr. Howell to come with his gun, meanwhile endeavoring to stop the bears from farther descent by pounding on the tree trunk with a club. One of the bears let loose of the tree and fell, landing on Mr. Bullock, knocking him down, at which he hit the bear such a blow with the club he lost his balance and fell on the bear. It was a general sur­ prise party and the frightened animal made for the woods while Mr. Howell shot the two bears s till on the tree. Other incidents equally might be interesting, recounted, in which Amasa Jordan, Jonas Davis, Carlos Barber, Samuel Herring and Hiram Gridley of Kalamo were in active the destruction of bears under lively conditions. Such experiences, to the settlers, were not thought so unusual, but came “in the work”, when days developing a new country. 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The cookie sale is over now and girls are waiting for their cookies to arrive for delivery in March. Sales were good and troop trips are much closer due to the money raised through the sale. Valentines parties were held by each troop, although some were a week late due to school snow days. Brownie Troop 153 made Valentines for residents at Barry County and Eaton County Medical Facilities. Recently, the Junior Troop, Brownie troops 153 and 244, and Cub Scouts from Den 1, Pack 649 attended a Personal Safety Workshop. Sergeant Rick Wahl from the Eaton County Sheriff Crime Prevention Unit, talked with the scouts about being aware of problems that can arise and about the people that the children could go to for help. Troop 153 has been busy making plaques and refrigerator magnets and recently enjoyed guest speaker Rev. Glenn Lit­ chfield. Rev. Litchfield spoke about careers in ministry and answered questions from the girls concerning baptism, marriage, schooling and becoming a minister. Next week, a Mystery Guest will be coming to the meeting. Troop 244 took care of the Vermontville News, continued from page 8 with Mr. and Mrs. Russell Booher. Other guests in­ cluded Mr. and Mrs. Milburn Jones, Mr. Rolland Coleman and Mr. and Mrs. Durwood Booher and family, all from Battle Creek area. Funeral services for Mrs. Wineman are scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Ver­ montville Bible Church, and on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Methodist Church for Mrs. Ethel Figg. Glass Shanty in January, and Troop 313 has it for February. Thank you for your contributions. On Feb. 23, the Junior Troop will be going to Lansing for a Girl Scouting Everywhere ■ Workshop at the council office. March brings an Arts Adventure Workshop in Holt and Girl Scout Week activities. Last month, troops 634 and 205 spent some time with Bobbie Weller at Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service in Nash­ ville. Bobbie put a different type of nail tip on each girl and talked about hand and nail care. The Cadette and Senior troops have been working with the chamber of com­ merce in signing up village residents for the Neigh­ borhood Watch program. Several of the girls from the Junior Troop and the Cadette Troop spent some time digging out some of the village fire hydrants. Troop leaders in thjs area spent the weekend at Wesley Woods Church Camp in Dowling for their 8th Annual Leader Retreat. The theme was “A Red Hot Weekend” and the weekend certainly was! Nice weather, games, lots of fun and good food were enjoyed by the 22 leaders attending the event. 100 attend annual scouts Father-Daughter banquet The Far North Neigh­ borhood Girl Scouts held its Annual Father-Daughter Banquet on Tuesday, Feb. 19 at the Nashville VFW Hall. About 100 fathers and daughters enjoyed a delicious pot-luck dinner. Entertainment was provided by Dave Storms of Hastings. He performed magic acts and chose a few fathers to help with his program. Everyone enjoyed his routine. Special guests were Bea and Jim Pina. Bea was responsible for organizing the Girl Scouts in the Nash­ ville area several years ago. Door prizes were donated by the following: Mace Pharmacy, Nashville; Kelley’s Variety, Nashville; Nashville Hardware; Mulberry Fore Golf Club, Nashville; Goodtime Pizza, Nashville; Bosley’s Phar­ macy, Hastings; Books etc., Hastings; Maple Valley Standard, Nashville. Prizes were won by: Gordie Reed, Leslie Gould, Dan Cook, Darryl McGhan, Mindy Garvey, Steve. McDiarmid, John Rapson, Sarah Leep, Rex Fisher, Sarah Kenyon, Nicole Reid, It was a night of good food and entertainment to match for the far North Neighborhood Girl Scout’s annual Father-Daughter Banquet last Tuesday. Over 100 fathers and daughters enjoyed a potluck dinner followed by a magic act by Dave Storms of Has­ tings. Local resident attends 4-H clown workshop Samantha Greenman Tonya Ryan, Tom Taylor, Allison Burpee. Mothers who helped during the event were: Nancy Rosin, Barb Fisher, Pam White, Donna Garvey, Ruth Hughes, and Ann Taylor who worked to plan the dinner. Decorations were provided by scout troops of Nashville. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Only ACTION-ADS Banner ZXOO XW per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY ... Send my subscription to: NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE Enclosed is my payment for: O $8.50 Students (9 months) $10 Barry County O $12 Surrounding Counties $13.50 Other Areas (Allegan. Calhoun. Eaton. Ionia Kalamazoo. Kent) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 Eaton County 4-H Clown Club member, Edward Miller of Bellevue, attended the 4-H Clowning workshop held recently at Kettunen Center, the state’s leader­ ship training facility in Tustin. The program explored the art of clowning, sessions were offered for beginner and. experienced clowns. Participants had the op­ portunity to develop technical skills in clowning, communications, and group dynamic areas. The workshop was sponsored by a grant from the Ethelmary L. Eberts Memorial Fund and Detroit Edison, through the Michigan 4-H Foundation. For more information about starting a clowning project in your 4-H club, dr other 4-H activities, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension of­ fice, or cal 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) FOR SALE: Large Colonial dresser with mirror, like new, $250. Early American hutch with glass doors, good condition, $200. Occasional chair, antique gold, $75 or best offer. Kenmore gas dryer, $25. Call after 6 p.m; 852-9712 Nashville. FOR SALE: 656 IiTternational gas tractor, hydro. W-F, 3 .pt. 9 ft. New Holland haybine, 20 ft. John Deere wheel drag, all in good condition. 852-9410 Nashville. — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — $ Oh the long nights that she came to our call. Oh the soft touch of her hands on our brow. Oh the long years that she gave Up her all to us. Oh, How we yearn for her gentleness now. Slave to her family. Yes, that was the way of her. Counting her greatest of services small. Worlds cannot tell what our hearts would say of her. Mother the Sweetest and Fairest of All!. We Miss You so Dale Northrup and Lana Holly and Family. _ SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo H_owe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) ' 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS February 26 - 4-H Personal Appearance meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. February 27 - Dairy and Beef Cattle Reproduction Seminar, 7-10 p.m., Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo (last in series). February 27 - “Keeping Good Employees”, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Greenville (last in series). February 28 - New Economic Realities in Dairy Production, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 115 S. Steele St., Ionia. February 28 - 4-H Service Club meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. February 28 - Michigan Professional Dairy Farmers Association meeting, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at M.A.B.C., Forest Rd., East Lansing. Topics include: Housing, Management, and Feeding. March 2 - 4-H Modeling Workshop, 9 a.m., Union Building, MSU, East Lansing. March 2-3 - 4-H Poultry & Rabbit Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 3 - 4-H Horse Judging Oral Reasons, 1 p.m., MSU, Livestock Pavilion. March 4 - 4-H Dairy Goat Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. March 4 - “Controlling Problem Weeds in Corn” and “Sprayer Calibration”, Lakewood High School, 8 p.m. March 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. March 6 - 4-H Horse Films, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Gobs Wt a Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM W • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 '/a pipe, 5’ length, Drive Coupling, Screens, Tanks 2 -5 Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville When you need results Give our want-ad department a call, turn unwanted items into cash! Clean out your garage or basement. You'll get action with a want-ad. 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March 5. 1985 Nashville council approves water hike starting April 1 By Shelly Sulser Beginning April 1, Nash­ ville residents will be paying more for their water, as a result of a 15-cent per thousand gallon rate hike approved by the village council Thursday. Based on the average of 5,000 gallons of water used by each household per month, the average increase amounts to an extra 75 cents per month and $9 per year. The increase will not be noticable until residents receive their May 1 bill. The actual fixed rate is now 80-cents per 1,000 gallons up to 50,000 gallons; and 65 cents for each thousand over 50,000. Hughes said the rate hike is necessary for , the operation and maintenence of the water department, and the village auditors have been recommending the, increase for . “several years,” he said. “Its just a matter that we have to do it.” In other business, the council voted to adopt the 1985 fiscal year budget, showing $24,807 in state revenue sharing monies for the year. Lakeview Cemetery will get $1,000 of the money and Putnam Public Library is to receive $3,000 of state revenue sharing funds. The Maple Valley Recreational Development Committee will receive $1,500 and $19,307 has been allocated for local street construction. The council approved the election board to consist of Dorothy Betts, Doria Meehan, Iza Decker and Marsha Ainslie to chair the board. Concerning another matter, Councilman Bob Harvey told the council a silent observer board now exists, consisting of five persons. Harvey says the program is all set, but funds Twin boys were bom recently to both Rowdy Musser and wife Penny, and to Larry Kenyon and wife Corinna. Larry and Rowdy both work at Musser’s Service Station in Nashville and the two sets of twins were born one day apart. From left are April and Buddy Musser, Rowdy Musser with Allen and Andrew, Larry Kenyon with Larry and Terry, Brandy and Steven. In back are Penny Musser and Corinna Kenyon. Continued on Page 5— School bands to perform this Sunday Nashville dampened by flood The Thornapple River didn't pass up Nashville when handing out its unwelcome offerings in Barry County. This "road" in Nashville seems have been swallowed by the rushing waters. The Maple Valley Junior and Senior High School Band will perform in concert on Sunday, March 10 at 3 p.m. in the high school gym­ nasium. The public is invited to attend. The Junior High Band performed at a Band Festival on Saturday, March 2 and the Senior High Band will perform at a Festival on Saturday, March 9. Also, the Band Boosters are getting ready for the annual Maple Syrup Festival, and are looking for volunteers to work. If your band student has not brought home a paper, please contact Judy Terpening at 852-1697. If anyone else in the com­ munity would like to help, please contact Judy. Newborns are 'twice as nice' for Nashville families By Shelly Sulser When Larry Kenyon and Roland Musser met as youngsters, it probably never crossed their minds that their futures would evolve to take on some astonishing similarities. In the very same recent week, both men and their wives became the parents of twins. The men also work at the same Nashville service station. Twin boys were bom to Roland (Rowdy) Musser and wife Penny on Feb. 10 — and a day later Larry Kenyon and wife Corinna also became the parents of twin boys. The Mussers, who have two other children, April, 4, and Buddy,. 2, live at 316 Middle St.- in Nashville. Residents of Mead-O- Acres Trailer Park, the Kenyons also have two other children, one-year-old Brandy and three-year-old Steven. Larry and Rowdy have both been employed at Musser’s Service Station since 1982. Of any other existing coincidences, Penny Musser says, “This is enough!” It's syrup time locally By Shelly Sulser Nashville residents are gearing up for Maple Syrup season, with syrup buckets visible across town. A sure sign of the syrup season is when folks see members of Boy Scout Troop 177 hustling and bustling around the berg to harvest the sweet necter, collecting close to 1,000 gallons a day. Nashville Syrup Continued on Page 9— Nashville village holds election Mon. Nashville seems to have had more than its share of 'disasterous'' weather this winter season. Snowstorms, the great ice storm that ushered in 1985, and now river flooding spilling into the surroundings of residents abodes. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Nashville voters will go to the polls from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, March 11 to cast ballots for three Republican candidates who are seeking election to three seats on the Nashville Village Council. The general election will take place at the Community Center (Old Waterworks Building) at Putnam Park. Sharon Bishop and Geneva Brumm try their hands at maple sugar making last week. 12 �The Mople Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 5. 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Main topic of conversation in Nashville last week was the rising flood waters brought about by an early spring thaw. Many folks at Thornapple Lake were forced to evacuate their homes. Others chose to tough it out with the aid of rowboats and hip-waders. In town, water crept near the back of the Gribbin Block in its eastward advance from the Thornapple River. The MVRDC recreational park which borders the river back of the Main Street business district was more suited for water sports than baseball early last week. Driving became a challenge in some places where water crossed roadways. In town, highway M-79 in front of Fuller Street school was flooded full­ width. Portions of State Road between Nashville and Hastings had to be closed due to rising waters, which added to the difficulty of getting from the village of Nashville to the city of Hastings by normal routes. Some residents near the river in Nashville were isolated by flood waters, and the local fire department was called upon to pump out some basements. Churning waters rushed under the Thornapple River bridge on North Main Street as they reached increasingly higher levels on the concrete abutements below. Quarter Brook, at the south side of town, widened considerably Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. in last week's flood. At the South Main Street bridge the brook crept upward toward the old railroad right-of-way. Some say that this year’s flooding was the worst since 1975, when volunteers worked round the clock to sandbag Nashville’s river dam which threatened to give way under pressure of rising waters and inundate downstream homes at Thornapple Lake. Flood waters here peaked about Tuesday, and then began steadily receding. By the weekend things were getting back to normal. Temperatures Tuesday got into the upper 40s, then declined into the 30s the next several days, but there was plenty of bright sunshine to give a forestate of spring. Gary Stalcup, United Parcel Service deliveryman who is well-known in the Maple Valley community, and his wife, Shirley, are rejoicing over the birth of a grandson born Feb. 18 to their daughter Sheryl and her husband, Armando Arredendo. The young lad weighed in at 7 lbs. 15 ozs. and has been named Aaron Gary. He was welcomed at the Arredendo home in Union City by his little sister Anna. The Stalcups live at a nearby lake in that area. Mrs. Verna Frederick of Nashville was released last Wednesday from Leila Hospital in Battle Creek, where she had been confined several days in the cardiac care unit. She is recuperating at the home of her son, Lester Woodbury of Vermontville. In earlyFebruary Mrs. Frederick was shaken up in an auto collision in Battle Creek Spring Is... Q Just around the corner! ah Think Spring! Perk up with a new cut or $ style at... The Village Hair Port $ rd; 470 E. Main, Vermontville Call for appointment... 726-025T Mens • Womens • Childrens By Susan Hinckley while a passenger in her daughters and a carload of daughter’s car, but was not their Cleveland Street neigh­ borhood friends on cooling hospitalized at that time. Good to see Mrs. Bud summertime evening spins (Sharon) Furlong of Nash­ around town in his 1909 ville out and around so soon Mitchell. Shortly after his after her gall bladder retirment as local post­ surgery last week at Pen­ master he took his family on nock Hospital. She is making a 13,938-mile auto tour of the a very good recovery. country. That 10-month Former local residents journey became grist for LaVern and Sherry Decker adventurous accounts of Battle Creek are proud written by Mrs. Glasner and new parents of a daughter published periodically in The bom Feb. 19. The young lady Nashville News in the early weighed 9 lbs. 5 ozs. and will 1920s. The surviving answer to the name of member of the immediate Latisha Renae. Grand­ family is Helen Glasner, who parents are Mr. and Mrs. still lives at Charlotte in the Hubert Decker of Nashville home she shared with her and Mr. and Mrs. Archie sister. White of Burlington. Another recent death that A Charlotte death last was sad news for our com­ week of interest to Nashville munity was that of Nellie readers was that of Lillian (Edmonds) Moon, who (Glasner) Spinning, 79, who passed away Feb. 232 at age passed away Tuesday at 95. Mrs. Moon was born in Lansing’s Sparrow Hospital. Baltimore Township, Barry Many older folks in our County, and moved to the community will remember Nashville area more than Lillian and her parents, the three-quarters of a century late Henry and Maude ago. She married the late Carl Moon in 1908, and for a Glasner of Nashville. Henry, who died in 1949, was a local number of years the couple dry goods merchant and lived on a farm in the Wilcox former Nashville postmaster neighborhood of -Maple who went on to become a Grove Township. They state legislator. His wife, survived the deadly March Maude, who made news in 28; 1920 tornado there, 1926 when she was graduated though his parents and from Olivet College in the grandmother, and a neigh­ same class with her bor girl were killed in that daughter Lillian, was an terrible tragedy. Mrs. Moon active campaigner for was very helpful when we Glasner’s Eugenics bill, a wrote a Memories story forerunner of Michigan’s about the storm in June 1980. later marriage licensing She was able to relate vivid laws. In 1913 Maude first-hand accounts of the authored a booklet on the event as well as furnishing subject and conducted a five- news clippings. Nellie was year lecture tour throughout an avid newspaper reader the state, also speaking for even in her later years, and suffrage and prohibition. often told us how much she Glasner’s election as a enjoyed the Maple Valley Democrat in a rock-ribbed News. She will be missed. Republican district was A weekly series of Lenten attributed to Barry County studies will be conducted by voters’ high regard for his Rev. Lynn Wagner at the integrity and his dedication local United Methodist to cutting government Church starting at 7 p.m. spending, an attribute for today, March 5, and will be which he was labled by held at the same time on Governor Osborn as successive Tuesday “Watchdog of the state evenings throughout the treasury.” The Glasner’s month. Topic of tonight’s daughters, Lillian and session will be the ministry Helen, both of whom later of Jesus in Galilee. became schoolteachers, United Methodist Women were instrumental in helping will meet at 7:30 p.m. us prepare a Memories story Wednesday, March 6, at the on their parents which was home of Mrs. Olith Hamilton published in June 1981. We of Nashville. Mrs. Willard were thrilled by a visit from (Bessie) Myers will Serve as these delightful ladies whose leader of the studies on keen recollections of their prayer and self-denial. family and this village were Golden Agers of the United so helpful. Glasner was Methodist Church will meet noted for taking his young for a noon potluck dinner Friday, March 8, in the Boston Room of the church. Hostess is Mrs. Laura McIntyre. Mrs. James (Penny) Jones ofNashville will be feted at a baby shower to be held Sunday, March 10, at 3 p.m. in the Community House of Nashville United Methodist Church. Both men and women are invited to attend the event. Nashville Baptist Sunday School teachers will gather at the church at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 9, for a dinner to be followed by a training session. Nashville Baptist Church board meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the church. Promoters for Christ, a ladies’ missionary group of Nashville Baptist, will have a work night at the church starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12. The meeting is a rescheduling of one can­ celled in February due to snow, so also will include a belated Valentine’s party. The annual St. Patrick’s Day Pizza Pig-out will be staged again this year by the Junior and Senior High youths of Nashville Baptist Church. The event set for Sunday evening, March 17, will follow 7 p.m. services that the teens will conduct in their own room at the church. Nashville residents, don’t forget to vote Monday, March 11, in the village’s general election. On the ballot will be three Republican candidates for trustee seats opening in the spring on the village council. Polling place will be at the Community Center (old Waterworks Building) at 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville Then perk up your PAD with NEW PLANTS. And did you know? FLOWERS AREN’T FATTENING only FULL-f illing! Shamrocks and Secret Pal Gifts for St. Patrick’s Day For a change in Scenery Shop at... A.M. Worship; 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday:: Sunday: unay: AP.MM. WWorshhiip ..1 16 a.m.Youth Fellowship. 6. p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m.Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study ........... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL 250 N. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. < Sunday School 10 am Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Wednesday-. AWANA ..........7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School ...10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 203 N. State, Nashville 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......7 p.m. Sat. Mass...... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.. ... 7 p.m; Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe 9-5 Daily Closed Wednesday / / MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH CHURCH Continued on next page— Winter Woes? AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH Putnam Park. Hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Several memorial con­ tributions last week swelled Putnam Public Library’s building fund. Donations came in memory of Rhoda Lathrop from Judy Laurie and Sandi Christie; in memory of Louise Wolff from the staff of Kellogg School; in memory of Valeria (Edmonds) Linter from Mr. and Mrs. Max Hosmer; and in memory of Margaret Engle from Mr. and Mrs. Sig Johnson, who also gave in memory of Frieda Hecker. Donations came in memory of Nellie Moon from Melissa Showalter, Ruth Brown, and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Marisch, plus several friends at the Nashville COA Nutrition Site: Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Sherman, Helen Huwe, Mr. and Mrs. William Harmon, Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Downes, Mr. and Mrs. Austin Schantz, Bertha Becker, Mr. and Mrs. Ard Decker, Marcella Stewart, Thelma Stewart, Ona Hinckley, Mr. and Mrs. Will Suntken, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Green, Clara Pennock, Doris Marshall, Joan Staskus, Alice Shilling, Caroline Jones, Ada Scott, Ann Schantz, Fern Hawblitz and Dorothy Spaulding. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Names of donors and of those designated in gifts will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new room. With private con- CHURCH Church School ..11 a.m. Church Worship .11 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. Wm. s. trump, jr. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kaldmo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV, ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1985 — Page 3 <SJv Jjs >%ssss ’ S sS r !jjS M w *w J$sss trM« ?o. w?hi\ ?h«i\ w »” • S w !> S55 W J »}**JJl kSl SS» }*kS £*S K *« vKS KS •«k « Bs at^WHlUj ’’dpi Wkn*m dpi iktphir-^WK®i! C'*kinji tai ai i i Mik ■tried Bspetdr petdr pwi rm.lithprirjj nr it JJ U CmhIuhi Kalnbach hopes to win the experience of a lifetime By Shelly Sulser Zipping up her space suit, putting on her helmet and stepping aboard the space shuttle alongside NASA astronauts is just a dream vision right now for a Nash­ ville woman, but it’s one that Jan Kalnbach hopes will come true. NASA is launching a nationwide search for the school teacher most eligible to accompany trained space shuttle astronauts on space shuttle Orbiter Orbiter’’ss 1986 mission and Kalnbach is one of thousands of teachers nationwide who have applied for that experience of a lifetime. In August of 1984, President Reagan said; “...today, I am directing NASA to begin a search of all our elementary and secondary schools and to choose...a teacher. “When that shuttle lifts off, all of America will be reminded of the crucial role teachers...play in the life of our nation. I can’t think of a better lesson for our children and our country.” So far, 10,000 teachers nationwide, including Kalnbach, have submitted their applications, in hopes of gaining national recognition and ex­ periencing a thrill formerly reserved for only highly trained technicians. A third grade teacher at Washington Elementary school in Battle Creek for nine years, Kalnbach said the possiblity of exploring the outer limits never en­ tered her mind until Neil Armstrong made history when he took “one small step for man, one giant step for mankind.” “That made everyone think it was possible,’’ Kalnbach said. “Ever since then its been in the back of Nashville News, cont. tributions and government allocations, monies received toward the project now total well over half the goal. Typically, fickle, March came in like a -lamb Friday but by Sunday night had changed into the traditional lion, roaring upon the scene with some five inches of new snow and a good pelting of icy rain. Area schools were closed and traveler’s ad­ visories were posted in Michigan and several other states affected by the storm. my mind that I would like to do it.” According to the ap­ plication packet given to teachers, the primary role of the teacher in space will be to participate in selected daily activities that occur during a shuttle mission. The selected teacher will be responsible for knowing how to operate certain Orbiter systems, such as hatches, food and hygiene systems. This knowledge will be ob­ tained in pre-flight training. Applicants were asked to create an experiment that he or she could conduct while on the space mission. Kalnbach said she is “most concerned with the quality of food eaten on the space shuttles and ultimately the space station,” noting that most food eaten is dehydrated or frozen. So, Kalnbach’s experiment would involve the growing of soybean sprouts aboard the shuttle. “My experiment would provide the crew with nutrition, while helping to lower cholesterol levels, maintaining weight and providing natural plant fibers for regularity,” she said. After the space shuttle mission, the teacher would remain in the spotlight for about a year, traveling around the United States to speak at schools and present photographic slides of the flight. “Everyone has their day in “Is There A Computer In Your Life” program that was to be held on Wednesday, Feb. 13, at Dimondale Elementary School, has been rescheduled at the school for Wednesday, March 13, from 7-9 p.m. This program is designed to give you information on home computers and see how some ofyour Dimondale neighbors are using theirs. There will be brief demonstrations on computer entertainment, adult soft­ ware, commercial art, data Nashville PTO to hold carnival March 8 The Nashville PTO will hold its annual carnival at Fuller school Friday, March 8, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. This year’s theme for the carnival is circus, with the proceeds going toward the purchase of playground equipment for the elementary schools. There will be many games and prizes, as well as a cake walk, raffle and clowns. First prize in the raffle is $100 with tickets costing $1 for three. Last year’s carnival netted about $1,200, and members hope to earn more this year. Volunteers are needed. If you have not ordered your garden vegetable and flower seeds from the local FFA Chapter you still have until March 8 to do so. Also the last day to order any rose bushes is March 22 and the last day for farm work gloves is April 20. If you have not been contacted y6u may calfthe High School office 852-9275 and leave your name and phone number and a FFA member will get back with you. Upcoming activities for the chapter will be attending the State FFA Convention which is held in conjunction with Farmers Week at MSU. The dates for that event are March 18 to March 22. Home...... 726-0223 • MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • EARLY AMERICAN ■ 4 bedroom home on 13 acres in Vermont­ ville, nicely restored, mature shade, beauty shop was oper­ ated in the home, large open front porch. $49,900. (HJ-70-MV) 130 ACRE DAIRY FARM northwest of Charlotte, nice 10 room brick house, 45x55 barn plus 40x60 attached pole building, 80 tillable acres, 40 pasture, some wooded (the milking equip­ ment may be purchased) was Grade A -9983. $126,000. (HJ-57-BV) 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM located west of Nashville (130 acres tillable - most seeded to alfalfa), 15 acres wooded, 10 acres mature pines and 45 acres pasture. Farm is all fenced, nice 4 bedroom "country home", tool shed, newer pole build­ ing (machinery storage) and several other barns. $170,000. (HJ-52-SN) NEW LISTING: COUNTRY HOME & BUILDINGS ON 3 ACRES, north of Vermontville, suitable for livestock or horses, blacktop road 2 storv, 5 bedroom home, nice yard. Listed at $48,500. (JH-80-BV) Homerand Joan Winegar During the month of April interested members will be preparing themselves for the Ag-Skills Contest to be held at MSU on Saturday, April 20. A tentative date of May 6 has been set for the election of next year’s chapter of­ ficers. Also a tentative date for the annual banquet and honors night will be May 23, with a special guest speaker from MSU. base, spread sheets and word processing. It is not too late to to register! late register! If your family has not yet jumped into the computer craze, this program will certainly whet your appetite. Advance registrations are required. The cost of the class is $2 per adult or $3 per couple. No children please. Send your check to Mona Ellard, Eaton Cooperative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, MI 48813. For further information call the Extension Office at 372-5594 or 543-2310. Got the Winter Blahs? Come in for a new Hair Style or Perm and... Think Spring! 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 DON’T LET YOUR MONEY MELTAWAY LIKE OUR SPRING Maple Valley FFA to hold sale and events CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte... 543-0920 the sun,” said Kalnbach. Some qualifications the teacher-applicant must have include being a U.S. citizen, a current full-time classroom teacher, have completed five years as a full-time classroom teacher, not be a spouse of a NASA employee and meet medical requirements. Also, thp applicant must have vision correctible to 20­ 40 or better and the ability to hear a whispered voice at three feet with or without a hearing aid. “My students know I can hear a whisper from three feet,” chuckled Kalnbach. The deadline for the 14page application was Feb. 1, 1985 and by April 30 each state will have chosen two nominees and 20 others will be randomly chosen from anywhere in the U.S. The names of 10-finalists will be announced on July 4 and the number will be narrowed to five in August. In September, the names of the selected teacher and an alternate will be an­ nounced. The two selected will have 120-hours of training ahead of them. The space shuttle mission is scheduled to take place early in 1986. “I just like doing new things,” says the Nashville native of her reason for applying. Kalnbach has four children, Sandy, Charles, Doug and David. Computer program reset SAVE your hard-earned dollars in an Eaton Federal NOW Account and watch the savings grow! CARD OF THANKS The family of Ethol M. Figg wishes to thank their friends and relatives for the cards, kind words and deeds, and beautiful floral tributes. 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Call our 24-hour number 543-2410 for rates on all our savings accounts! Eaton Federal and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU NOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 643-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN • PHONE 862-1830 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN • PHONE 663-1651 OLIVET, MICHIGAN -PHONE 748-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March5, 1985 — Poge4 A week of Nashville relived (Author's Note: Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville history. The following excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s; from the Turning Back the Pages feature of the 1940-60s, and various early issues of The News.) 1874.. . Old Dr. Chapin of Maple Grove broke his leg Wednesday while trying to load a log on his sleighs, and the leg may have to be amputated. Dr. Chapin is an old man, 100 years old, and says he has been married seven times. 1876.. . L. Adda Nichols, Nashville’s illustrious poet, has her new book of poems just off the press. It is en- titled “The Traveler and the Poet”. 1878.. . The committee for building the new country poor house met Thursday and awarded the building of same to S. W. Walrath and Walter Stillwell, both of Nashville, for the sum of $5,695. 1879.. . B. H. Hoag, with H. M. Lee accompanying him, drove his team of four-yearolds Monday from downtown Nashville to the Newton House in Hastings in exactly one hour and 15 minutes. How is that for a twelve and one-half mile drive? 1881.. . The The village treasurer’s annual report shows that the village has a balance of more than $1,000, which is better than usual. 1884.. . L. J. Wheeler has sold his brick house and lots to John E. Barry. Con- sideration, $2,000... D. C. Griffith has bought the lot upon which DeRiar’s oar factory stood and has moved his evaporating works thereon. 1887.. . Thursday, Editor (Orno) Strong packed his grip and took his exit south­ ward, intending to do the principal cities and bring up in Florida. His impressions of the country, people, etc., will be faithfully chronicled in The News. 1892.. . The Lentz Table Co. are now working more than thirty hands and cannot keep up with orders. 1899.. . The entertainment given at the opera house Monday evening by the Independent Order of Foresters was received very favorably by the large crowd which turned out for the occasion. The local people A favorite early March outing in Nashville some 70 years ago was a leisurely Sunday afternoon stroll to nearby sugar bushes to watch maple syrup-making. These four young men were on such an expedition when this circa-1912 photo was taken, according to William H. Hecker, at left. Others are (left from center) Harry Laurent, Harry Williams, and Howard Messimer. Note box camera carried by Laurent. Mail came into Nashville via the Michigan (later New York) Central Railroad, and seasonal winter weather sometimes hindered its arrival. In March 1900, while cutters were selling well and sleighing was excellent, the only complaint was "that heavy drifts have held up the trains and raised hobs with mail deliveries." This undated early scene shows an arrival at the Nashville depot, which later became a freight house when the new brick station was built in 1904. With a team of four-year-old horses and accompanied by a companion, B. H. Hoag in 1879 drove his buggy from downtown Nashville to Hastings in one hour and 15 minutes. His speed in covering the distance rated a comment in The Nashville News. The appearance of "downtoWn Nashville , had changed quite dramatically in the 30 years that elapsed from time of Hoag s trip until this 1909 photo, but horses were still the principal means of transportation. who took partin the program for the roof, having many were Carl McDerby, Dell pleasant days this winter in Fowler, Marie Rasey, Dr. L. which to work. Matt Howell is superintending the car­ F. Weaver, Mrs. J. L. Wolcott, Weta Wilkinson, Ed penter work. and Harry White, and Mrs. 1927.. . Four Mulliken men had a thrilling experience Isabel Boise. 1900.. . C. L. Glasgow last Thursday afternoon reports his firm has sold 27 when their Chevrolet sedan cutters this season. Sleighing broke through the ice of has been excellent the last Saubee Lake and sank in two weeks and the only about twenty feet of water... complaint is that heavy The running boards held the drifts have held up the trains car up long enough to let the and raised hobs with mail occupants pile out. Friday deliveries. the car was drawn to the 1902.. . At the Literary surface by means of a (society meeting) tonight, F. derrick, which got out of E. VanOrsdal and John order and left the machine Purchis will favor the suspended until Saturday company with several afternoon. numbers on the guitar and 1929.. . Several have tapped mandolin. their sugar bushes, and new 1903.. . The News is. in­ syrup is coming into town. stalling another new Now for some good oldChandler & Price Gordon job fashioned johnny cake and press and now can claim to maple syrup. be the best equipped printing 1930.. . TheTry-Me Bottling establishment between Co., recently moved here Jackson and Grand Rapids. from Battle Creek, last 1904.. . There is excellent Thursday shipped their first prospect that a House Bill truck load of Try-Me will be passed, giving rural beverage from the local mail carriers a salary in­ plant in the W. A. Quick crease from $600 a year to building on South Main $720. Anyone who has Street. The public may see followed the rural carriers the bottling machine in on their rounds this severe action as it automatically winter will admit they have washes the bottles, fills them it coming. with any one of several 1906.. . New maple sugar is flavored drinks, caps the selling at 12 cents a pound. bottle and delivers it ready 1911.. . George Van­ for the case. Deventer, who has been ill 1933.. . Under a new law with smallpox at the home of made immediately effective his father-in-law, J. S. and signed by Governor Wellman, at the old Baptist Comstock March 1, chapel, has been released automobile and truck owners from quarantine, completely through Michigan will be recovered. There were no permitted to pay for their more cases and as the place 1933 license plates in half has been thoroughly yearly installments. fumigated, upstairs and Stickers, good until August 1, down, there is now no are being prepared for possible danger of further issuance to those who decide contagion. to take advantage of the half­ 1912.. . Never before seen year plan. or heard in Nashville, 1936.. . Work on the WPA moving pictures with all the village water project con­ talking and grand effects tinues to progress. The produced by a company of pumping units, which were actors behind the curtain; removed from the freight Saturday night. Admission depot to the pump house last 10 and 15 cents. ■week and set in place, have 1924.. . R. H. Olin brought been fastened and most of through a new Overland the pipes hooked up. The sedan from Toledo Friday. pump house roof has been (Olin operated an auto completed and considerable agency in Nashville for cleaning up has been acseveral years.) complished. 1925.. . Nashville’s 1938.. . Morning Glory basketball teams have been Rebekah lodge Friday night going good the last week. received to membership The Boy Scouts beat Ver­ Mrs. Horace Babcock by montville High School 17-11; transfer from the Traverse both boys’ and girls’ high City lodge. A chop suey lunch school teams beat Mid­ was enjoyed, with Mrs. dleville without any trouble Luelda Olsen and Mrs. Etta Friday night and an all-star Baker as committee. team beat a Hastings pick-up 1939.. . Clarice Greenfield team, 47-6, Saturday night. was in Jackson Tuesday 1926.. . Seth Graham has taking the examination for his new brick house ready telegraph operator. 1949.. . Roy Garlinger was one of the few local maple syrup producers who capitalized on the brief run last week. Tom Maker’s I.G.A. store bought some of his syrup and offered it for sale Saturday at $5.95 a gallon, figuring, Tom said, that transients might grab some. A few did. 1950.. . At their regular dinner meeting at Mrs. Mary White’s Monday evening the Nashville Lions club devoted their usual period of en­ tertainment to .a serious discussion of the road situation in this locality... All the Lions present agreed to give at least a day’s time apiece in working on a concerted program for bringing local needs to the attention of the state high­ way department. 1951.. . Coach Ken Kistner started baseball practice Tuesday but had only part of his squad out, as some were busy gathering sap. First game is scheduled for April 9. It is planned to play most of the home games at night on the new lighted field. .1952.. A towering old maple tree on State Street near the Leonard Kane residence was cut down Monday by the street department. Rotten at heart and beginning to lean dangerously, the aged giant had become a menace to nearby houses. Due to the hollow, rotting trunk the tree failed to fall as planned and topped almost directly across the street... Horace Babcock, driving his truck past the barricade at the corner, gave spectators a thrill when he came close to driving into the path of the falling tree. 1953.. . For two hours Thursday night a portion of Nashville was blacked out, when a broken power line at Sherman and Phillips streets was being repaired. Meanwhile, homes and the school gymnasium, scene of Scout Family Night, were romantically lighted by candles, with an occasional kerosene lamp showing in a window. 1954.. . About three inches of heavy, wet snow fell late Saturday afternoon and its coming was so rapid that it set a record for this winter. Driving conditions were bad Saturday night and con­ tinued so on Sunday on secondary roads... A new snowstorm Tuesday night, accompanied by high winds, drifted roads so badly that Nashville schools were closed. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 5, 1985’— Page 5 4-H Rodeo Club plans meeting Dairy Tour planned in Eaton County The four Cooperative addition to make 77 tie stalls. Extension Service offices of Harvestore silos. Usually Calhoun, Eaton, Jackson and produces all feed consisting Ingham have cooperated in of dry hay, haylage, corn touring one county each silage, and high moisture year. On March 7, four Eaton shelled corp. Currently County dairy producers have feeding round baled wheat agreed to host a tour of their hay, cotton seed and beet operation. pulp. Top dresses grain mix according to production in No reservations are stalls. Completely A.I. using necessary, just bring your neighbors and friends. Call high quality bulls. 40 free 517-543-2310 for more in­ stalls for yearling heifers. formation. Here is the DHIA official test. 12 noon to 1 p.m. Lunch on schedule: Stop No. 1-10 a.m. Bruce Your Own in Charlotte.. and John Harkness, 11020 . Several places to choose. Stop No. 3-1 p.m. Royal Kinneville, Eaton Rapids, and Dan Ritter, 5640 King, Younger producer who started milking in the fall of Potterville. Father-son 75 Holstein 1981 with 16 Holstein cows, currently up to 27. Rollind cows in open lot and free herd average of 19,100. They stalls. Automatic take off have repaired older milkers with electronic buildings and made ad­ DHIA approved digital meters giving a readout of ditions with their own labor, each milking. Has computer minimizing overhead. Sixhead switch stantion hookup capabilities. Double four herringbone parlor. milking, free stall barn, feeding feeding corn silage and dry Computerized day produced on the farm system. (Top 75 percent of herd gets differential and purchases concentrate. Does A.I. himself. Produces feeding). All A.I. Feeding high quality alfalfa (25 corn silage, haylage and dry percent protein). DHIA hay for roughage. DHIA official test. official test. Stop No. 4-2 p.m. Leonard Stop No. 2-11 a.m. Roger and Dan Johnson, 5513 S. and Eric Sederlund, 4121 S. Cochran, Charlotte Perkey Rd., Charlotte. 170 cow Holstein herd, Father-son partnership.with Trigon parlor. 80 Registered Holstein 4x4x6 cattle. Hip poof barn with Automatic takeoff, com- Local seminar features tax, financial planning ■*R * IJ® is ■«*& I 1 Mi ■ it n ! I k jM JiBCMsg Sy stag ita; 1 liErS. i M Ku iknifei I ata j ; £XSH5 ceiE ■ i rri E_l»li »«S»ta JET.iiiS lio* sMip® * cf i »■<* fessisfe M di®1’ m&" te M_i-frft*r *** 3p** Maple Valley Community Education is offering a Tax and Financial Planning Seminar on Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley high school. The seminar will be presented by Larry Van­ Buskirk. He is the president of First Financial Group., Inc. and has worked as a financial counselor in the Lansing area for fifteen years. He holds Charter Life Underwriter, Chartered Financial Consultant and Life Insurance Counselor designations, and is listed nationally as a registered investment advisor. Van Buskirk is a regular guest lecturer in the finance classes at Lansing Com­ munity College and is in demand as a speaker in the greater Lansing area. —There is not fee for the seminar. For further in­ formation call 852-9275. Everyone is welcome. CONGRATULATIONS Ken Trumble ...for placing second at districts, second at regionals and for your fine perfor­ mance at state wrestling tournaments. From ... Mom & Dad, Doug, Theresa, Jeff and Jamie, Stuart, Cindy, Candace and Zachary, Fred and Janis — WE RE PROUD OF YOU — puterized feeding system, Zenith-Heath-Kit computer used for herd management in addition to DHIA. Feeds NH3 treated corn silage out ofa bunk, wet brewers grain, mechanized manure system. Does much of the programming for the computer himself in order to gather, store and process information to his satisfaction. All four herds are con­ sistently in the top 15 percent of the herds on test in Eaton County. Invite your neighbors and come to the Eaton County tour. The Lansing Local MMPA will be providing cheese curds at one of the stops. The Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club will meet on Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. at Kar del Hall located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Anyone ages 9-19 who is interested in 4-H rodeo is invited to attend the meeting. Annual mem­ bership sign-up and election of officers will be held, plus Council continued from front page are needed. Centennial Farm Association meets March 19 at MSU The annual meeting of the members of the Michigan Centennial Farm Association will be held on Tuesday, March 19, at Kellogg Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, during Farmers’ Week, now known as Agriculture and Natural Resources Week. The luncheon will be served at 11:30 a.m. followed by the business meeting, program, and a time of fellowship. Everyone is encouraged to bring heirloom items such as photos, household items, hand tools, etc. that may be displayed during the day. Carl J. Cousino of Monroe, Mich., president of the State Association, will preside during the afternoon session. Among the items of business will be reports from several committees and the election of four directors whose terms will be expiring. Inasmuch as the Cen­ tennial Farm program is sponsored by the Michigan Department of State, Michigan History Division in cooperation with Detroit Edison and Consumers Power Company, Secretary of State Richard H. Austin and representative^ from Detroit Edison and Con­ sumers Power Company will be among the guests at the meeting. Others participating in the afternoon program will be Dr. Malcom G. Trout, retired after many years as Professor of the Dairy Department at M.S.U. and Dr. Roger L. Rosentreter, assistant editor of Michigan History magazine. Any member or prospective new member who did not receive a letter from the association and would like to attend this annual meeting may contact Dr. Martha Bigelow, Director of Michigan History, Lansing, Michigan 48918, for more details. The cost for the day is $10 per person which covers the luncheon, program and other administrative expenses. Since this farm program was instituted in 1948, Centennial Farms have been recognized in 65 of the 83 counties in the state. As farms become eligible for Centennial certification, hopefully the owners will apply for this recognition and become members to perpetuate the organization. The increase in attendance at the annual meeting in recent years is evidence of the interest and enthusiasm in the Centennial Farm program. cent per hour wage increase The local DPW disaster for the four water depart- report shows $12,198.34 spent by the village during the Jan. 1 ice storm which caused extensive damage to the village. The council plans to apply for financial assitance from the state disaster contingency fund. DPW Superintendent Leon Frith said each community which applies for the money is eligible for up to $20,000. Frith feelss Nashville’s chances of receiving the funding is “pretty good.” The council approved a 20- ment employees, two police officers and one part-time office helper. The council voted to ap­ prove a commercial facilities exemption certificate transfer from Russ Furlong to Dave Mace for tax abatementt on the property at 211, 213, and 215 Main St. Mace plans to construct a new drug store on the property. The 12-year tax certificate requires that construction begin by Dec. 30, 1985. ...by..: IRENE’S 852-9107 . Buy these systems where you can actually see and try them and get actual “hands on” experience BEFORE you buy! We have fully operational systems in our showroom.” 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A COM T-l Receiver What the system will do: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Mo­ vies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural pro­ gramming, other TV sta­ tions and much more! Financing Available NO MONEY DOWN Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads How can a multiple car family minimize insurance costs? rodeo information will be discussed. Anyone planning to participate in the 4-H rodeo at the Eaton County 4­ H Fair must be a 1985 carded rodeo club member. For more information on the 4-H Rodeo Program contact Gordon Johnson at 663-5163 or Barry Madry at 763-9676. To Qualified Buyers We have two set-up crews to install our systems. No problem. Auto-Owners gives families with two or more cars a reduced insurance rate. That makes their exceptional auto coverage and claims service even more attractive. So if you’re a multiple car family trying to minimize insurance costs—call your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent and find out how this discount can be “no problem” for you. State of the Art Equipment Invest in the Best! * COMPETITIVE PRICES * FULL WARRANTY We now carry “Orbit Satellite TV Guides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified INSTALLATION • SALES • SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County” Tk&No PrM/mFkople, ~ Visit our facilities ... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Phone... 945-3517 Teresa Jones ' OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 - 9 p.m.; Sot., 9 - 5 p.m. �The Mofcjle V6He/ NeWS.'NdShvilte. TOtesddy’fMcfrek 3/1983 U- Po$e 6T Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1985 The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held February 14, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President John Hughes. Present, Harvey, Kent, and Chaffee. Absent, G. Frith, C. Tobias and Babcock. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Harvey that the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell....... 34.25 Consumers Power (office)............... .246.94 Consumers Power (street) lights) .... 1,180.40 Arrow Overal ..... 9.00 The Hastings Banner ... 10.00 Chamber of Commerce . 15.00 Grandma’s Greenery ... 12.48 Kelley's 54 to ‘1.00 50.00 Maple Valley News ...... 108.87 American Bankers Life. 124.90 Jackson National ... .483.36 Blue Cross/Blue Shield.................... 591.20 Doubleday Brothers & Co........................ 148. 82 Mace Pharmacy...... ...4.32 Hometown Lumber Yard....................... 68.71. GARAGE AND EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell....... ..25.42 Consumers Powe 496.04 Arrow Overall Supply... 10.30 Kent Oil Co.................... 722.01 Hometown Lumber Yard. .7.47 Fire Extinguisher Service .......................... 23.65 Nashville Auto Service. 360.90 Purity Cylinder Gases . .40.20 Root Spring Scraper Co........................ 379.76 Maple Valley Im 254.82 Neil’s Automotive Service.......................... 101.95 Nashville Hardware ...... 78.38 STREET DEPARTMENT Hometown Lumber Yard .191 .89 R & F Industries. 82.45 Curtis Craft Center..... ...2.50 Scott Civil Engineering Co............................... 2,440.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell................ 23.32 American Bankers Life .48.20 Jackson National 263.60 Blue Cross/Blue Shield...................... 322.16 Mace Pharmacy........... .... 7.11 Kent Oil Co..................... 315.42 General Electric............ ...13.20 Hastings Office Supply..................... 8.00 WATER AND SEWER Michigan Bell (water)__, ........... 13.13 Michigan Bell (sewer).................... 16.84 Consumers Power (water) ................... 699.97 Consumers Power (sewer)................... 1,172.15 Consumers Power (miss dig)................. 90.24 Arrow Overall Supply .. .9.00 Hometown Lumber Yard.. 5.29 Fire Extinguisher Service ........................ 47.30 Nashville Hardware 21.28 Municipal Supply 188.78 Clary, Nantz, Wood...... 475.38 Electric Motor Service .307.00 Carlon Meter Co.............. 1.54 Pleasant Telephone Ans. Serv.................................20.00 Hach Company 65.11 U.S. Postmaster 51.74 EQUIPMENT SAVINGS Fowlers' Inc.............. 1,595.06 Motion by J. Kent, supported by D. Chaffee to pay the bill to Flowers-for $1,595.05 out of equipment savings fund. All ayes. Motion carried. Leon Frith submitted the Department of Public Works report for the month of January, 1985. Sgt. Gene Koetje submitted the Police report for the month of January 1985. Enter Babcock. Tom Taylor, Zoning Administrator submitted the Zon­ ing report for the month of January 1985. Bob Harvey submitted the silent observer program for the Village of Nashville. The Village Council offered their support for the Silent Observer Program. President Hughes called a Public Hearing to present the use of Federal Revenue Sharing in conjunction with the 1985-1986 fiscal year budget for the Village of Nashville. The public hearing will be at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville to accept application of Transfer of the Tax Exemption Certificate from Russ Furlong to David Mace on the property located at 211, 213 and 215 N. Main St., Nashville according to Act 255, P.A. 1978. The Village of Nashville would like to extend a sincere thanks to Russ Furlong for his help with the snow removal during our recent storm. Motion by D. Chaffee, supported by G. Kent to pay the Transfer Recycling Board $400.00. Yes, Babcock, Kent, Chaffee and Hughes. No Harvey. Motion by Kent to adjourn, supported by Chaffee. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk MV eagers win two games last week The Maple Valley Lions closed out their regular season last week by beating two non-league opponents. Potterville was the victim Tuesday, 61-54, but that outcome was doubtful in the first half. Maple Valley hit 7 of 24 from the field in the first half but were hot from the freethrow line hitting 11 of 12 attempts. Mike Siple hit 6 of 6 at the charity stripe in the second quarter and Jeff Hamilton had 5 of his game total 7 of 7 in the first half. Potterville’s scoring punch came from Randy Carpenter who scored 14 of his game total 20 points in the first half. The host Vikings took a 35­ 25 lead by the half. Lion defense began to take its toll on the Vikings in the third quarter and Valley narrowed the gap to 47-42 by the end of the period. Things began to roll for the Lions in the final period. Shan Ferrier hit the tiling bucket and then the go-ahead bucket with 4 minutes remaining. Ferrier netted all 8 of his points in the last stanza. Valley went on to outscore their hosts 19-7 and secure the victory. Hitting 25 of 29 free throws Nashville elementary cage season closes with program Nashville’s elementary basketball program con­ cluded Saturday with a gettogether at the high school. The boys had a hot dog lunch and watched video tapes of their games. Coaches handed out cer­ tificates and the boys had a chance to play some basketball. Nashville Village Hall will be... • CLOSED • Special thanks to the coaches and referees for the season: Kurt Hartenburg, Greg Lenz, Bob McMillen, Jeff Hamilton, Kim Hansen, Dawn Morawski, and Dominic Morawski. Thanks, also, to Susie Butler for organizing the dinner and baking the cookies. ACTION-ADS CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the many people who assisted us during the loss of our loved one, Willard F. Hibbard. Mr. and Mrs. Steve Boggess for all the snowplowing, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Aseltine for caring for the horses and may other chores. Eaton Co. Road Comm. (Vermontville crew), Vermontville Am­ bulance crew, Charlotte Paramedics, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Bowen, Mrs. John Terberg and all the neigh­ bors for food, flowers and cards. Marge Hibbard Sylvia Terberg and family Cindy Hart and family CARD OF THANKS Nashville Residents made the difference for Valley. Their hosts were 14 of 23. Potterville netted 20 field goals and Valley 18. Jeff Hamilton collected 19 points, Mike Siple added 14, Ryan Trowbridge, 11; Gary Reid, 4; Kurt Hartenburg, 3; Jim Benit, 2. Ryan Trowbridge pulled down 13 rebounds for Valley. Valley renewed an old rivalry with GalesburgAugusta on Friday when the Rams suffered a 86-66 loss. The visiting Rams gave it all they could in the first quarter trailing by only one point, 19-18, after one quarter. But 8 Lions helped put together a 31 point second quarter to put the game way out of the Rams’ reach. All Lions scored in the game which honored seniors and parents. Leading Valley scorers was senior guard Jeff Hamilton who also set a school record hitting 11 of 12 field goal attempts. He netted 24 points for the night. Gary Reid added 10 points; Greg Lenz, Alan Mater, and Mike Siple each totaled 8 points; Shan Ferrier and Ryan Trowbridge, 7 each; Kurt Hartenburg, 5; Terry Hall and Jim Symonds, 3; The family of Douglass Vogt wish to thank the doctors, the nurses and nurses aides at Barry County Medical Care Facility for their excellent care of our Valley will play Parchment at 7 p.m. Concessions will be available sponsored by the Athletic Boosters. Trumble finishes fifth in Class C wrestling Maple Valley’s Ken Park 6-4. Saturday morning Trumble finished fifth in the saw Ken decision Davon Class C State Wrestling Troyer of Centreville 5-1. In his second match of the Tournament held, March 1 and March 2 at Middleville day, he met Malcom Hooker of Constantine. Hooker had High School. Trumble, a Lansing area beaten Trumble twice all-star, decisioned Tim before. In a very tough Pierson of Haslett in a very match, that saw Ken go for close 3-2 opening match. In the win in the last moments his next match, he faced a of the match, a missed very strong Dave Flowers cradle cost him a chance to from Hart and dropped a 1-12 finish third. After losing to Hooker, Ken disposed of decision In the evening match, Ken Kevin Smith of Williamston stayed alive by decisioning 5-2 to finish a very fine fifth Mic Hippensteel of Comstock in the state. His final record this year was 29-8. 1 son, Doug. Also, to Dr. Myers for looking after Doug’s health for 26 years. To Rev. Lynn Wagner and Cathy Vessecchia for their fine funeral service. To the United Methodist Women for serving the lunch. To Mr. and Mrs. David Wren for directing the funeral ser­ vices at the church. To Freida Laurent for helping Doug with his duties as Deputy District Governor of District 11-C-l of Lions of Michigan. To Billy Maker for keeping our road plowed out so we could see Doug. To the Nashville Lions Club. To our friends and relatives who sent cards, food and money. George & Marilyn Vogt GOVERNMENT JOBS: $15,000-$50,000 -year possible. All occupations. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. R-6574 to find out how. (3-5) Protection of Muskellunge and Northern Pike The Natural Resources Commission, at its August 10, 1984, meeting, under the authority of Act 230, P.A. 1925, as amended, ordered that effective April 1, 1985, through March 31, 1987, all spearing be prohibited, except that carp may be taken with spear May 1 through August 15, on CLEAR, LOWER CROOKED AND THORNAPPLE LAKES, and further ordered that a 30-inch size limit be placed on northern pike in THORNAPPLE LAKE, Barry County. VILLAGE ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That an Annual Village Election will be held in the Village of Nashville STATE OF MICHIGAN — at — Community Center, 715 N. Main St. within said Village on Monday, March 11,1985 Castleton Township For GENERAL ELECTION BOARD of REVIEW The Board of .Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County facilities, in the City of Charlotte on February 20, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. Will meet on March 5, 1985 at the Castleton Township Hall for the purpose of reviewing the property assessment roll. The BOARD of REVIEW will also meet on Mon Mon-­ day and Tuesday, March 11 and 12, 1985 from 9 a.m. until noon and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for any property owner wishing to examine theirr assessment or to show evidence why the 1985 valuation should be changed. Tentative ratio is 50% and multiplier of 1.00 for all classes of Real and Personal Property. Linda M. Twitched Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Justin W.. Cooley Castleton Township Supervisor NOTICE Jim Benit, 2; and Bob Mc­ Millen, 1. District tournaments are to begin on Tuesday. Maple Monday, March 11,1985 FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE ELECTION OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS, VIZ; 3 Trustees Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW,, ACT 116,, P.A. .. 1954 SECTION 720. On the day of any election the polls shall be opened at 7 o clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o clock in the afternoon and no longer. Every qual qual-­ ified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7 o’clock a.m. and will remain open until 8 o’clock p.m. off said day off election. SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk �The Maple Voile/News/Nashville, Tuesday, March 5,. 1985 Local students advance in bowl Maple Valley High School has advanced to the third round-quarter-finals March in Alma College’s 1985 High School Quiz Bowl. There are only 16 teams will in the competition, while 36 schools have lost matches in the single elimination tournament. Maple Valley, one of eight schools still competing in C­ D Division, meets Haslett at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 6. After beating Ashley in first round action, Maple Valley defeated Breckenridge, 65-60, in the second round. Haslett had a first round bye and beat Bath, 95-90, in the second. Semi-final and final matches are March 13. All matches are played in Alma College’s Tyler-VanDusen Campus Center. They are open to the public without charge. Played between two fourmember teams, Quiz Bowl is a fast-moving question and answer game lasting 16 minutes and played in two eight-minute halves. It is a game ofquick recall and fast response, with points awarded to the team giving the correct answer first. Contestants have three seconds to answer toss-up questions (worth 10 points each) and five seconds to answer bonus questions (worth a pre-stated number of points from 20 to 35, depending upon complexity and degree of difficulty). Either team is eligible to answer toss-up questions, but the individual team members must signal to answer by pressing a buzzer recipients, but the recipients must be admitted by Alma -and must meet Alma College’s scholarship standards. All matches will be played in the Tyler-VanDusen Campus Center, with the A-B which then blocks out signals from the other players-. There can be no consultation among players to answer toss-up questions. Correctly answering a toss-up question gives a team the exclusive right to answer bonus questions. Both toss-up and bonus questions cover a broad range of topics including science, politics, literature, history, religion, art, geography, movies, television shows, Olympic competitions, sports, music and Nobel, Pulitizer and Academy Award winners. The questions Alma uses are purchased from the High School Quiz Bowl Division of College Bowl Co., Inc. In Alma’s Quiz Bowl, there are two divisions of com­ petition, determined by school size and correspon­ ding to the class level of sports competition set by the Michigan High School Athletic Association. Class A and B schools compete in one division and C and D schools compete in the other. Each division will have a cham­ pion and a runner-up. In addition to receiving trophies, the final four high schools in the 1985 Quiz Bowl competition will share $32,000 in Alma College Quiz Bowl Scholarships. The champion school in each division receives a scholarship worth $10,000 over four years and the runner-up schools each reveive a scholarship worth $6,000 over four years. The schools can designate the Quiz Bowl Scholarship matches in the Louanna Baker Jones Auditorium and the C-D matches in the South Commons. The 1985 Alma College High School Quiz Bowl matches are open to the public without charge. Crops, soil contest open to state's 4-H and FFA members Eaton County 4-H’ers and Future Farmers of America (FFA) are invited to par­ ticipate in the Crop-O-Rama, a crops and soils exhibition and contest to be held March 20 at Michigan State University. The even will take place during Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Week, March 18-23. All participants must register with the Eaton County Extension office before March 9. During the Crop-O-Rama, young people up to age 19 may participate in a crop and weed identification contest, a soils judging and land use contest, an agronomic quiz bowl or a “heroes in agriculture” speech and essay contest. Also, competitors may submit grain and seed samples or educational exhibits for judging. “This event has a lot to offer young people, and the experiences they can gain are invaluable for their future career decisions,” says Nancy D. Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. “Crop-O-Rama gives in­ terested individuals the opportunity to test their knowledge, broaden their exposure to different areas in the science and meet others with similar interests.” Participants will be divided into two groups: contestants not yet in the ninth grade in the Junior Division, and contestants who have completed the eighth grade but haven’t graduated from high school in the Senior Division. The Crop-O-Rama is sponsored by the 4-H Crops and Soils Development Committee. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Erickson Hall at MSU. For more information about the Crop-O-Rama or other 4-H activities, contact Nancy Thelen at the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Page?r EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Thursday, March 7 - 9:30 a.m., MAEH Poisonous Plant Program, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Call Extension office for reservations. Thursday, March 7 - 10 a.m., Eaton County Dairy Tour. Beginning at Bruce and John Harkness’, 11020 Kinneville, Eaton Rapids. Saturday, March 9 - 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rabbit Clinic; 1-3 p.m., Poultry Clinic. 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Sunday, March 10 - Salon of Culinary Arts, MSU. Monday, March 11 - 8 p.m., Farm Communication System, Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. Tuesday, March 12 - 7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, March 12 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wednesday, March 13 - 7-9 p.m., “Is There a Computer in Your Life?”, Dimondale Elementary School. Call Extension office for reservations. Thursday, March 14 - Soil Conservation District Annual Meeting. Thursday, March 14 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds, Charlotte. Saturday, March 16 - 4:30-8 p.m., 4-H Pancake Supper, 4-H Building, fairgrounds, Charlotte. March 16-17 - Michigan Horse Council Horse Trade Show, Civic Center, Lansing. Monday, March 18-7:30 p.m,, Eaton County Fair Board meeting, Shopping Guide office. March 18-22 - Agriculture and Natural Resources Days (Farmers’ Week), MSU. Thursday, March 28-7:30 p.m., Ditch Maintenance, Kardel Hal, Charlotte Fairgrounds. 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Color: Black, red cloth, 4.9 L6, auto, PS/PB, 1984 Olds Ciera Brougham .......... $4iVQQv E W5;0 ............................. $12,99550 FOWLER’S CHEVY-OLDS 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Phone 543-0200 Open Monday & Wednesday ’til 8:30 p.m. - Tuesday-Thursday-Friday ’til 5:30 p.m. - Saturday ’til 3:00 p.m. Oldsmobile �The Mople Volley Newt. Noshville. Tuesday March 5. 1985 — Page 8 Vermontville Maple Syrup Corp, has new operator By Shelly Sulser You may have noticed a different face around Ver­ montville's maple trees this syrup season. That's because the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation has a new operator by the name of Nyle Wells. Taking the place of veteran syrup man Paul Wetzel who resigned as operator of the Maple Manor, Wells is no stranger to the business. "We’ve made maple syrup at home as long as I can remember,” Wells said while boiling the second batch of Vermontville’s 1985 sap harvest Saturday. While it’s not as common today, Wells recalls the old method ofsap gathering with horses hitched to a wagon. In fact, Wells still dusts off the old critters and puts them to work every now and then. For a tradition handed down through the generations in the Wells family, Nyle, who has a thorough knowledge of the syrup business, was careful not to miss out on the family custom. “There aren’t as many producers now as there used to be,” Wells noted. “The young folk just aren’t taking up the tradition.” Many private syrup producers, like the Wells family, use the old wood burners to boil the sap into syrup. But, for Nyle, he rather enjoys the op­ portunity to use the Ver­ montville gas burner and convenient facilities. “The gas burner is more efficient and constant than the wood burners because with them, you have to keep stoking up the fire,” Wells noted. From 750 local taps, Wells reports a bumper crop of 1,000 gallons of sap collected during the first gathering Friday. For every 100 gallons of sap obtained, three gallons of syrup can be produced, Wells said. For those of us who can’t tell one tree from another, Wells explains there is a trick to distinguishing the maple trees from the others when bare branches seem to NASHVILLE PTO Carnival make them nondescript. “It’s hard to explain,” Nyle says,“but there iss a certain pattern in the bark. The maples begin to bud this time of year, and the upper branches are shinier,” he said. Having bottled much of the first syrup harvest, Wells explains a lot of the syrup produced in Vermontville is shipped around the state, as well as out of state. “Some of it is sold to companies who rebottle it and distribute it,” said the first year operator. “There is getting to be fewer producers,” Wells said, “but those who do produce, produce more.” Maple syrup sugar is more widely used in the Maple Valley area. Common knowledge is that it’s better for the health than kane sugar. “It has a better flavor,” said the Vermontville native. “The majority of it (maple sugar) is marketed in this area.” When Nyle is working on producing the famous Vermontville Maple Syrup, he is often accompanied by Harold Spicer, Robert Wells and Kenny Wells. When asked if vandalism of the buckets is ever a problem in Vermontville, Wells says it’s not because “I think the community takes FRIDAY, MARCH 8 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Fuller Street School Come for supper — pizza, hot dogs, and sloppy joes. Bring your family for fun, games, food, clowns, cake walk, new games & new prizes by Steve Horton The world of high stakes and high class comes to Hastings Saturday when the Hastings Jaycees put on its fifth annual Monte Carlo Nite at the Elks Lodge. Action begins at 8 p.m. and runs until midnight. Revelers can enjoy an evening on the black jack and craps tables or take a chance on the roulette games. Also planned is entertainment, cash prizes, MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NASHVILLE AREA 1985-86 Kindergarten Registration The State no longer requires a school census to be taken, therefore, we are in need of assistance in obtain­ ing information for our fall enrollment. If you have a child who will be five years of age on or before December 1, 1985, please comply with the following: 1. Complete the information below and return it to Howard J. Yost, Full er St. Office (852-9468). 2. If you have friends or relatives living in the Maple Valley-Nashville area who have children of kindergarten age, please urge them to contact the Fuller St. School to supply us with the information noted below. 3. Please return this information to Fuller St. School as soon as possible. Shortly after receiving this information from you, we will send you a packet of kindergarten enrollment forms to be completed by parents and physician. 4. Pre-School Story Hour will begin Monday, March 11, 1985 and will run for five weeks. Date of Birth (last) (first) Phone Parent's Name (Father) Address (Mother) Fresh maple syrup is available at the Maple Mapor in Vermontville each Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Hastings Jaycees to host Monte Carlo Nite Theme: “Circus World” Child's Name pride in the syrup tradition.” Although the winter ice storm that hit the area Monday has halted the flow of sap from the trees, Wells says its normal for the runs to be delayed a week or two during syrup season. “It has brought the runs to a halt but it’s not going to put us behind schedule at all,” he said. The cost of syrup has remained the same for two years now, staying at $20 per gallon and $11 for a half gallon. Syrup and syrup sugar, at $4.50 a pound, can be purchased from the Maple Manor. The Manor will be open to the public each Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. and 50-50 raffle near the end of the night. Other hap­ penings are planned as well. “Proceeds from the night of fun will go to the local Boy Scout Program and to the local Jaycee chapter to maintain our year-long community action project lists,” said Steve Jacobs, the chairman of the board for the local chapter. “This is a chance for a night of fun while helping a truly worthy local priority. What a bargain." Tickets are $4 in advance and $5 at the door. They can be purchased from any Jaycee member— including Stacey Garrison, Russ Miller. Charles Couverse, Cindy Reach, Mike Havens, Fred Bloem and Steve Jacobs. They’re also available at The Reminder office and Chick-N-Fin. Monte Carlo Nite is one of several projects the Jaycees involve themselves in during the year, Jacobs noted. “Our members set up flags downtown on holidays,” he said. “We help local families in need, and we’ve also gave a scholarship to a local student who had deferred his college education. We also annually help raise money for Muscular Dystrophy during the Labor Day weekend.” The Hastings Jaycees, which has been a local community service organization since 1940, is part of a state and national network of young men and women between 18 and 36 years. The group invites persons “who want to help both themselves and their community” to join. Meetings are on the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the Elks Lodge, located on North Church Street, one block off State Street. Vermontville's new syrup operator, Nyle Wells, checks the temperature of the sap he boiled Saturday. Readcountynews every week in the HASTINGS �Tuesday. March 5. 1985— Page 9 The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Eaton 4-H teens to meet Randy Bishop of Nashville Scout Troop 177 pours maple sap into a bucket during the daily collection. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Syrup time, Cont. from front This scout demonstrates the scene which has be­ come a common sight in Nashville over the years during syrup season. available at the Nashville syrup shanty. Association President Harold Christiansen said the scouts will receive $6 per gallon of syrup made from the sap they gather. Last week, active maple syrup enthusiasts Geneva and Nelson Brumm, Sharon Bishop and Christiansen gathered to make maple syrup sugar in the shape of maple leaves, to be sold for $1.25 per pound. It will be ★ 39 Days 'til Spring! ★ HAIRCUTS................. Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET.................... Zolton Ferency will speak at the Barry County Peace Circle, Thursday, March 7, 7:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church. All are welcome. MV band will entertain area sr. citizens March 21 Maple Valley area senior citizens met at Maple Valley High School on Thursday, Feb. 21. After lunch Jerry Reese and his sixth (hour computer class presented the program. Jerry shared how the program began and what it now includes. The students in the class helped as each person had an opportunity to use a computer. Each month those who have had a birthday receive a gift from one of Junie Jarvie’s Home Economics classes and a birthday card made by students in Dave Hustwick’s class. The next program will be on Thursday, March 21, at 12:45. Lunch will be served in watching your children in our home. References available. 852-1894, Nash­ ville. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Child ren 111 N. Main, Nashville OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY SENOKOT TABLETS 100'S g09 VASELINE INTENSIVE CARE LOTION REG., HERBAL & ALOE OR EX-STRENGTH I 59 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Your Kodak Connection CHLORTRIMET0N 4 MG. Attention FLOOD VICTIMS |6B SAVE UP TO $8.03 MICROFINE III INSULIN SYRINGES 100’S COLOR MEMORY SET MACE PHARMACY ! TUCKS #8410, #8412. #8413, #8461 LESSMFG. 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Help us to avoid the spring rush and serve you better. All new Snappers can be bought with no money down,' no payments for 3 months and as little as $20 per month payments. c^nn WAKE UP TO ACTION-ADS WOULD BE INTERESTED $6°° "The Mirrors Image" „AMe MILLOL2 iiuafic.. County Peace Circle news These molds hold maple sugar candy while it cools. It will be available for purchase at the syrup shanty. 4-H teens interested in forming a county group, 14­ 29 years old (age as of December 31, 1985) are urged to come to a meeting Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the fairgrounds in Charlotte, This date is a re-scheduled time-due to the snow can­ cellation of the Feb. 13 meeting. The purpose of the group is to meet 4-H teens from around the county and other counties, to plan fun, educational, and fundraising activities together. Already in the forming is the Colorado Exchange Trip, a Teen Lock-In, and a dance to be during the fair. Adult advisors are needed for the group - please call in nominations to the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office at 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. Also be thinking of a name; other counties for example, call their county teen group: New Horizons and Teen Ambassadors. A MMf Photo Center AHM—CPhoto Center HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville____________PH. 852-084S �The Mopte Vofl«y New*. Noihville. Tuesday March S, 1985 — Page fO John Hughes declared March 10-16 Girl Scout Week in Nashville. Some area scouts gathered at the Community Center in Nashville to hear the proclamation by the mayor. Girl Scout Week is March 10-16 Nashville President John Hughes Thursday proclaimed March 10-16 as Girl Scout week in Nashville. For Your Insurance Needs LIFE • HEALTH • IRA • HOME and • AUTO ...on • call... 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On the 13th of March, the local girls will attend a skating party at the Thor­ napple Roller Rink, along with scouts from Vermontville. On Saturday the 16th, a summer fun day will be held at the Hastings Moose facilities. KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles-enly $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s •welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) WEST MICHIGAN'S Largest Mobile Home Dealership Choral group performing at Vermontville church The Heralders, a choral group composed of eight students from the Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music, will present a musical concert on Sunday, March 10, at 7 p.m. at Vermontville Bible Church. The Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music is an institute designed to train young men and women in the Substance abuse seminar coming up Sheriff David Wood of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department will present a substance abuse program to the sixth and seventh graders of the Maple Valley school district. Sheriff Wood will speak to Nashville sixth graders on Tuesday, March 5, to Ver­ montville sixth graders on Tuesday, March 12 and the Maple Valley’s seventh graders on Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20. During Sheriff Wood’s presentation at the junior high school on Tuesday March 19, parents are in­ vited to attend. The presentation will be made in the high school auditorium for the seventh graders. The sixth graders will meet in their respective schools in Nashville and Vermontville. If there are any questions regarding the program please contact Larry Lenz, assistant principal, at 852­ 9275. 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Its Bible-centered curriculum includes the areas of missions, music, pastoral studies, Christian education, aviation, and radio broad­ casting. Its spacious 15-acre campus provides ample opportunity to develop in­ dividual skills — especially in its musically oriented school family. The Heralders, under the direction of Miss Lorilee Beaty, have planned a varied and balanced program of sacred hymns, gospel songs, and spirituals. You will appreciate the delightful yet conservative style of the group. The public is invited to attend. Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming events: — Thursday, March 14 Vermontville Senior Citizens meet at noon at the Methodist Church for potluck and bingo. Bring a dish to pass and a bingo prize. Mr. Mitch and Kay (Reed) Vader of Atlanta spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed. Mrs. Frances Olson spent the weekend with her sister­ in-law, Mrs. Irene Landfair at Leonidas. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Todd and family and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd and Ruth Ann are rejoicing over the arrival of a baby girl, Saturday, at Sparrow Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. Rick (Cindy) Todd of Otto Road. The little miss has been named Sarah Elizabeth and has two brothers, Aaron and Mathew. We are glad to report Mr. Charles Martin was discharged from the hospital Saturday but will be using a walker'for awhile. Our spirits were lifted with a few nice days last week, so trees were tapped but too cold to run freely yet. Now Monday — a different story — blizzard conditions in the night with snow and freezing rain causing closing of all area schobls again and many cancellations. So far, no power outage in Vermontville. FOR SALE BY OWNER Mobile home and garage on 1 1/10 acre on Shaytown Rd. Partly furnished, wood heat. Must Sell! Call after 4:30 p .m. ... 726-1313 Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. 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Many of these will provide useful farm management information for the coming year. Topics range from financial guidelines to keep the farm business afloat during period of slim cash flow to the 1985 Farm Bill and how it may affect farm credit for the coming year. A variety of livestock and dairy programs will include several walking tours of the university farms teaching and research centers, which will feature guidelines for more efficient animal production. Several programs will show the importance of and help observe the 50th an­ niversary of the Soil Con­ servation Service. The crop production update that is part of that program will focus on soybean production, fertilizer and weed control management, and soil- and energy-conserving tillage practices. Several workshops are being offered during the week. These include in­ tegrated pest management (IPM) sessions for field, fruit and vegetable crops, which run from two to five days. Afternoon and morning workshops sponsored by the Department of Agricultural Engineering will cover the farm wiring maintenance, arc and oxyacetylene welding, sprayer applicator calibration and operation of anhydrous ammonia injection equipment. Eaton Couty youths invited to state 4-H rabbit show Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers can join youngsters from across the state to compete in the State 4-H Youth Rabbit and Cavy Show, March 30 at the Michigan State University football stadium. “The purpose of the event is to provide 4-H’ers with the opportunity to compare their animals with those of other 4­ H members and professional breeders and to be recognized for their ac­ complishments,” says Beverly Barrett, Eaton County 4-H Program Assistant. Entries must be post­ marked no later than March STIHL Farm Boss Quickstop' available. The Department of Hor­ ticulture will celebrate its 100th anniversary with several days of programs about historical and modern flower and vegetable gar­ dening. These are but a few of the many ANR Week programs that can be of personal as well as farm business use. The week is also a par­ ticularly good time for farmers to visit with Ex­ tension specialists about specific concerns about the current business year. Details of ANR Week are listed in a free guidebook now available from the county MSU Cooperative Extension Service office. Takes Charge Rugged enough for field, wood­ lot and farmyard, the 041AVQFB Farm Boss is built to cut through big jobs or small chores. Use it for limbing operations, stump removal, or firewood cutting. Anywhere you need a tough, powerful saw. The improved-design Farm Boss features the exclusive Stihl anti­ vibration system for easier operation and less fatigue. See it today. 20” Bar & Chain $419»5 ASHVILLE HARDWARE 105 N. MAIN - NASHVILLE Phone 852-0713 NUMBER ONE WORLDWIDE 15 and include entry fees. Entry forms and additional information are available at the county Cooperative Extension office, or from the State 4-H Office, 6-H Berkey, Hall, MSU, East Lansing, MI 48824. Competitiors will enter their animals in breed classes, where they will be judged on meat and fur quality. More than 160 trophies will be awarded in various breed classes. 4-H members can also par­ ticipate in an educational exhibit contest. The county with the most exhibitors will receive the Howard Zindel Traveling Trophy and a cash award. All 4-H’ers will receive participation rib­ bons. An auction will be held at 12:30 p.m., with proceeds going to support college scholarships for rabbit project members. Rabbit equipment and supplies will be available for purchase the day of the show. Judging begins at 9 a.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more in­ formation call the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office at 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. 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Main, Eaton Rapids 663-2117 Engagements Valdick-Kent Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Valdick of Vermontville are pleased to announce the engagement Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller St. School lunch menu Monday, March 11 Parents’ Week, 2nd grade. Pizza, celery, carrot sticks, pears. Tuesday, March 12 Turkey, mashed potatoes, fruit jello, toasted bun, sliced cheese. Wednesday, March 13 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, sweet potatoes, applesuace, butter sandwich, monthly birthday cake. Thursday, March 14 Chicken gravy or chef salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, peanut butter sandwich. Friday, March 15 Fish, tartar sauce, French fries, cherry delight, butter sandwich. Note: Milk is served with each lunch. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High & Kellogg School lunch menu Monday, March 11 Fishwich, tartar sauce, sweet potatoes, applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, March 12 Lasagna, peas, peaches, peanut butter sandwich. Wednesday, March 13 Hot dogs, French fries, green beans, cherry crisp. Thursday, March 14 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, corn, applesauce. Friday, March 15 Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, French fries, peas, pears. of their daughter, Denise Louise, to John Allen Kent, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Kent of Nashville. The bride-elect is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed at Hastings Mutual Insurance Company. Her fiance is a 1981 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed by Kent Oil Company. Denise is the grand­ daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Swiger of Nashville and Mrs. Ammie Valdick of Vermontville. John is the grandson of Mrs. Mary Smith and the late Joseph Smith of Charlotte, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Kent of Nashville. The wedding is planned for May 11, 1985. Spoelstra-Davis Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Spoelstra, Jr., of Nashville, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Marguerite Susanne, to Thomas Arthur Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Boucher, Sr., also of Nashville. Both are graduates of Maple Valley High School. The bride-elect is employed at Hastings Mutual In­ surance Company. The prospective bridegroom is employed at C & F Stamping Company, Inc. in Grand Rapids. The couple is planning a June 1 wedding. Tupper-Jablonski Debra Jean Tupper and Scott Allan Jablonski along with their parents are pleased to announce their engagement. Debbie is a 1978 graduate of Maple Valley. Scott is a 1979 graduate of Bay City, Michigan. Both reside in Denver, Colo, where they met at place of employment. A May 25, 1985 wedding date has been set, in Lan­ sing, Mich. A Mexico honeymoon has been planned, then the couple will reside in Denver. 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Following a potluck din­ ner, speaker Nyle Dean talked about sugar making of the past and the use of various Maple sugar products. For the sugaring off, Fern Gearhart along with her son and daughter-in-law Larry and Martha Gearhart of the Maple Valley Farm, the largest syrup producer in the lstate, provided the syrup for state, provided the syrup for the annual event. Past president of the Historical Society and current second VicePresident Martha Zemke says the attraction of the sugaring off is that its practically the first event of the syrup season, with the queen contest being the first. “It sort of starts syrup season,” she said. “Its a lot of fun.” Many syrup producers began tapping their maple trees last Sunday, with the visible signs of the season evident in the buckets hanging from trees around town. ---- 0----- "It sort of starts off syrup season . It s a lot of fun. Thosewhoattendedthesugaring off were able to observe antique syrup chers displayed by Fern Gearhart. —o—- Serving Our Country Gregory A. Williams Airman Gregory A. Williams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Williams of 325 Maple St., Nashville, has graduated from the U.S. Air Force munitions main­ tenance course at Lowry Air Force Base, Colo. During the course, students were taught to inspect, assemble and Kristie Hosey enjoys her last event as reigning Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. Poisonous plant program being offered by Extension group naualysurguamripngenojfof yesv the J™?!?1® su5**rmacle at annual sugaring off event held last Thursday. What do rhubarb leaves, apple seeds, and peach pits have in common? These popular fruit by-products are actually poisonous to humans when ingested. Are you are able to identify the potentially poisonous Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 $ 1 per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY ... | Send my subscription to: ! NAME_______________—----- I ADDRESS ICITY I l STATE Enclosed is my payment for: $10 Barry County $13.50 Other Areas $8.50 Students (9 months) $12 Surrounding Counties (Allegan. Calhoun, Eaton. Ionia. Kalamazoo. Kent) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 plants that grow in your vegetable and flower gardens or inside your home? Join the Eaton Extension Homemakers for a program on common poisonous plants: The program will be held Thursday, March 7, at 9:30 a.m., at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte. Jesse Saylor, a Michigan State University Specialist in Home Horticulture, will describe and identify what plants or plant parts can be toxic to humans. The second speaker will be a member of the Poison Center staff of St. Lawrence Hospital, and will speak on the medical aspects of plant poisonings. As a team, Saylor and the Poison Center work closely together to provide educational in­ formation on home plant safety and identification. It is sure to be an interesting morning. Advance registration is required and free babysit­ ting is available. Call the Extension Office today at 543-2310 or 372-5594, and please indicate if a babysitter will be needed. A 50 cent registration fee is charged at the door. Farm Bureau Women to meet March 11 On March 11 at the Mid­ dleVilla, the Farm Bureau Women will have a meeting. 11:45 a.m. lunch; 1 p.m. Sgt. Jerry Smith will speak on self-protection for women. For reservations, please call Barry County Farm Bureau office. dispose of explosive munitions. They also earned credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Williams is scheduled to serve at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M. * He is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. Rusty Carroll complete basic training earn ll C Airman Russell C. Carroll Carroll credits toward an associate . Ca.rroll and, degree in applied science son of William C stepson of Jackly.n K. Carroll tChorloleugeh o f tthhee ACiroF momrcuenity of 4758 Hill Road, Bellevue, College of the Air For ce. The airman will now has been assigned to Sheppard Air Force Base,, receive specialized inTexas, after completing Air struction in the medical services field. Force basic training. His wife, Cari, is the During the six weeks at Lackland Air Force Base ,daughter of Mike and Karen M Texas, the airman studied Morris of Rural Route 1, the Air Force mission, Dowling. The airman is a 1983 organization and customs and received special training graduate of Delton Kellogg High School, Delton. in human relations. In addition, airmen who David Munn Pfc. David G. Munn, son of Philip H. Munn of 1153 St. Joe,, Vermontville and Veronica J. Munn of 200A Cloverland Apartments, Lakeview, has completed the Army’s construction machine operator course at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. During the course, students were trained to operate and maintain heavy construction equipment and received practical experience by actually working at construction sites. He is a 1984 graduate of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. When you want results .. give classified our department a call! If you want to turn your unwanted items into cash, we’ll help you write an ad that will get fast results! Whatever you want to buy or sell, you'll get action with a Want Ad! . . . ft's easy ..turn those unwanted items into cash... with an Action Ad — Call 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 5. 1985 — Page 13 Food— The winning combination weekly report from - A ERNEST NASH State Representative Samaritan legislation would protect volunteers Good “Good Samaritans’* who '‘fair Unfa ii litM S ®K« nvtat Hfo/ife FmlqtaMiiiiln m Ssfitd ikni i Jtt [ n Kst,W| ase IkMiii® pti® pteMMalAg t^SHM tK . raerio ta ?jfci u id > fcjii tpiiiWto! lilial liit ai itfflii lailU j®i?a'iG IjiffliSiS, id®33 jjffiiij BeiiBP*’ sstntiiH Itiitii >}" v{flsM JH1*® mH I ts® help school children in emergency situations would be protected under state law if a proposal sponsored by State Representative Paul Hillegons (R-Holland) is enacted. The measure, which I strongly support, places parent block programs under existing law to protect these volunteers from civil suits arising out of an injury suffered by a child seeking help. Parents in school districts throughout Michigan tape a house or ‘helping hand’ symbol in their windows to let children know that they are willing to help ifa child is frightened or ill. However, there is a growing concern among legal advisors to many school districts that the volunteers and the district itself may be sued if a child trips on the front steps or otherwise injures himself when he goes to a house for help. This bill places parent block programs where they belong in the law - under the ‘good Samaritan act.’ Parents participating in the block programs who give emergency assistance to school children in good faith would not be liable for civil damages whether an injury occurred through action or omission on their part. They would still be liable for gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct. But the point is that one or two lawsuits in a particular district could mean the end of a valuable program that protects children and adds another dimension of neighborhood safety. The issue was raised last year by the attorney for Plainwell High School who expressed concern over the possibility that the district could be held legally ac­ countable for injuries. Our goal isn’t government intrusion into a program that works well. It is to provide necessary legal protection so valuable volunteers will continue to be good Samaritans to the children who rely on them. Volunteer group to build roof for arena The Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association (ESRVA), which provides a therapeutic and recreational horseback riding program for the handicapped of Eaton County, has decided to put a roof over the riding arena located behind Meadowview School on E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Many riding classes have had to be cancelled in the past due to inclement weather, and it is hoped that a covered arena will allow an extension of riding sessions. In order to raise the necessary funds to cover the considerable costs of roofing the arena, the association will be distributing the Original Perry County Wholesale Pizza Kit and Mexi-Meals Mexican Food Kit on a monthly basis through March. Pizza kits includes all the "makings” for six 12-inch pizzas and sell for $14.95. The Mexi-Meal kits contain tortilla chips, cheese, Jalapeno peppers, taco sauce, taco filling, refried beans, taco shells, flour tortillas, and the makings for two pizzas, and also sell for $14.95. If you are not completely satisfied the association will gladly refund the purchase price - no questions asked. Orders for a Feb. 25 delivery need to be placed by Feb. 18. For additional information or to place your order please contact one of the following association members: Maggie Bisel, 663-3138; Tami Stickles, 543-6716; Bonnie DePue, 468-3862; Ruth Thole, 566-8795; Jan Tirrell, 543­ 6278; or Dorothy Childs, 627­ 8888. 4-H rabbit, poultry clinic scheduled for Saturday A county-wide rabbit and poultry clinic has been scheduled for Saturday, March 9, rabbits from 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. and poultry from 1-3 p.m. at the 4-H Building at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Resource leaders for rabbits will be Diana Langshaw and Marti Dill, who will judge at the fair this summer. Topics to be covered include showmanship, a guidebook to soon be purchased by the county from the Rabbits Breeder’s Association, and opportunities for doing quiz by Mona J. Ellard, Ex­ Department, Americans are tension Home Economist eating more food on a daily Seventy people attended basis than in the past. One of the recent Eaton Extension the reasons for this is the Homemakers’ Lesson Day, increase of new food entitled “Food - The Winning products available. “A supermarkt carries Combination”. According to speaker Dr. approximately 20,000 dif­ Judy Anderson, from MSU ferent food items now Food and Nutrition compared to 5,000 in 1950,” DHIAers earn number of trophys at annual meeting The 1984 annual meeting held in January marked the sixty-second year of testing in Eaton County. The High Herd award, based on butterfat, went to Joe and Stacey Edick with an average of 696 lbs. of fat and 17,855 lbs. of milk. Joe and Stacey also received awards for both high in­ crease in lbs. of milk at 2,470 and lbs. of butterfat at 125. The Edicks’ milk around 40 cows. The High Five-Year Average, based on butterfat, was awarded to Loren and IvaJean Wilmore with 640 lbs. of butterfat and 17,867 lbs. of milk. This placed them 157th in the State and they received the D.H.I.A. Central Red Award for herds with 17,000-18,000 lbs. of milk. Loren and IvaJean received additional awards for High Cow in milk production at 26,888 and 768 lbs. of butterfat, and the High Two-Year old in but­ terfat at 763 and 25,642 lbs. of milk. The Neal Rogers’ family received the High Lifetime Cow (Fly) Award with a lifetime production of 179,097 lbs. of milk and 7,734 lbs. of butterfat. The High Cow in the county in butterfat production went to the James Lee family with a cow producing 25,254 lbs. of milk and 1,055 lbs. of butterfat. Lees’ also received the Green Award from D.H.I.A. Central with a five-year herd average of 18,133 lbs. of milk. The John Garity family was honored with the High Three-Year old based on lbs. of butterfat at 937 and 21,797 lbs. of milk. The Royal Ritter family owned the High Four-Year old cow based on butterfat at 879 and 22,733 lbs. of milk. The award was incorrectly awarded at the annual meeting and apologies are extended. Rhonda Mott received the Outstanding Junior Award from the Holstein-Friesian Association for her in­ volvement in the Holstein breed. Rhonda is very active in 4-H and shows cattle at the Eaton County Fair. said Anderson. Many other factors in­ fluence body weight. Extra stress or the way you handle stress can result in poor eating habits. Habits such as eating everything on your plate are instilled at an early age - thus old habits have to be exchanged for new ones. Probably the most important aspect in trying to lose weight is not dealing with the body but with the head. Our thoughts on eating and exercise have a greater influence on body weight than the food we put in the body. Frances Masalski, Dietition from Lansing General Hospital, spoke on the mood swings created in our body by the food we eat. She recommends that we watch carefully the amount of sugars we consume. “Just because a label has the word sugar listed once, is misleading”, cautioned Masalski. -“You can be consuming a variety of undetected sugars.” Americans consume 120 pounds of sugar a year or 40 teaspoons of sugar a day. Much of that sugar goes undetected in foods such as coffee creamers, spaghetti sauce, catsup, and over the counter drugs such as an­ tacids. “You probably have noticed that when you eat a sweet roll or a high sugared cereal for breakfast, by lunch time you are famished” said Masalski. “A high sugared food produces a rise in the blood sugar and that factor makes you hungry.” Both speakers agreed that the food choices you make are important for your well being now and in the future. They suggest you select a food from all of the four food groups: breads and cereals, fruits and vegetables, dairy and meats. Remember, variety is not only the spice of life, but it can also help to provide a healthy quality too! wn o f »W 0614mm>njr0 WOK 3C mkmq pa# («NK>pv^ » ▼ 3AlllSOd MS Workshop project may have beetles If your child has made a project in woodshop this year, it may contain powder post beetles. The exterminator will treat any projects which are brought in on Saturday, March 9. There will not be any cost involved. If you have any questions, call 852­ 9275. ACTION-ADS CARD OF THANKS The family of Frieda Hecker wishes to thank bowl and Olympics at the friends, neighbors and Rabbit Expo. A few standard relatives for their many acts books will also be available ofkindness at the time of her death. We extend our ap­ for purchase. Resource leader for the preciation to the Rev. Smith poultry clinic will be Neil for his comforting words, Kentner, St. Joseph County, Marion Halsey for the hymn, who will be juding at the fair the Wren Funeral Home, Dr. this summer. He will be Myers, Sunset Acres, and and Sheila covering fitting and Donna showmanship in hopes that 4- Wyskowski for the luncheon. H’ers will branch out in other aspects of poultry than just CUSTOM WELDING at exhibiting their bird. All Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ members are encouraged to ternoons arid evenings call attend the Eaton County 726-0215, Vermontville, of Kalamo. Cooperative Extension Village Reasonable rates, (tfn) Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Patients who need blood count on getting it through the American Red Cross. Cross Vet every day our blood supply needs replenishing. So donate, please. Vbu’re our lifeblood. American Red Cross �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville. Tuesday. March 5. 1985 — Page 14 BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS March 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m.. Extension office, Hastings. March 6 - 4-H Horse Films, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. (Randy Jones, Extension agriculture agent, will speak on parasites.) March 8-9 - Spring 4-H Horse Galaxy meeting, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 11 - 4-H Rabbit Workshop, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. March 11 - “Farm Communication Systems”, Lakewood High School, 8 p.m. March 14-15 - 4-H Recreation Leadership Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 14-15 - 4-H Horticulture Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 16 - Barry County 4-H Dog Fun Match, Community Building, Hastings. March 16-17 - Stallion Exhibition and Trade Show, Lansing Civic Center. Seminars and exhibits a part of this event. Call Ann Budd at 517-676-4171 for further information. March 18-23 - Agriculture and Natural Resource Week (formerly Farmers’ Week), Michigan State University. Program information available at the Extension office. March 20-4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. March 21 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Ex­ tension office, Hastings. March 23- “Mini-College Day”, Marshall. Pre-registration required. March 24-27 - 4-H Capitol Experience, Lansing. March 30 - State 4-H Rabbit Show, MSU, football stadium, East Lansing. Surplus food to be given away Capital Area Community Services, Inc. will resume the distribution of Com­ modity surplus food in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton and Shiawassee counties, March 26 and 27. Commodities will only be provided to families that have registered and received a BLUE Commodity ID Card. In Eaton County, Commodity Food will be distributed at: Eaton County Action Center and Eaton County Senior Citizens, 503 East Henry Street, Charlotte, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26 and 27; Eaton Rapids - St. Peter’s Church, 515 East Knight Street, Eaton Rapids, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26; Grand Ledge - Immanuel Lutheran Church, 417 South Clinton Street, Grand Ledge, bet­ ween the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 noon, March 26; Olivet Community Room, 251 First Street, Olivet, between the Check germination of soybeans, director urges by Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director Farmers should check the germination results on all soybeans bought for spring planting and be sure quality meets their expectations. That’s advice from Larry Copeland, MSU Extension seed specialist, who says that as of Feb. 1, more than half the untreated soybean samples taken from southern Michigan had failed to meet the 80 percent germination level for Cer­ tification. The germination problem is not as severe in seed lots from central Michigan, where fall weather and harvesting conditions were not as severe as they were farther south. The poor germination stems from wet field con­ ditions and the presence of pod and stem blight at the time of harvest. Laboratory tests show that in some cases mainly where pod and stem blight has occurred fungicide treatment has improved seed germination. But the treatment was not effective when seeds deteriorated because of preharvest weather that caused repeated wetting and drying of the soybean plants. Treatment is not a guarantee of improved seed emergence, but under ex­ tended cold soil conditions, seed treatment can minimize problems with soilborne fungi such as Pythium and Rhizoctonia and result in better soybean plant establishment. Seed treatment should never be used to mask poor quality seed or make up for the selection of poor quality seed. Seed treatment should be considered inexpensive insurance against undue loss from unpredictable soil conditions. Name change given 4-H Broiler Contest open Family Living Education As of Jan. 1, 1985, Family Living Education (FLE) changed its name to Ex­ tension Home Economics. We’re reinstating the name Extension Home Economics as a result of a marketing survey that took place in April and May of 1984,” said Doris Wetters, assistant director of Ex­ tension for Home Economics. The survey showed that business and community leaders in all regions of the state reported a very low identification with the name Family Living Education despite the fact that it’s been in use for 25 years. In 1959, the name of the program was changed to broaden the vision of work of the staff members as they responded to the major societal shift of the time — the rapid increase of outsidethe-home employment for women. “Reinstating the original title brings us in line with most other states. This has always been the title used in the Smith-Lever legislation,” Wetters said. “Our professional staff members are called ExIn a generous gesture of tension Home Economists support for the Eaton Special and the program title is how Riding Volunteer consistent with the position Association, Jill Tingley of title.” Grand Ledge has donated a “The name change does four-year-old registered not indicate a change in Arabian gelding named Sultan, to the association. philosophy or direction. The This chestnut gelding will Home Economics program be used in the handicapped will continue to be respon­ riding program. With the sive to social and economic spring riding session to begin needs of Michigan residents, April 12, Sultan will be much and to help families learn needed and valued because new new skills skills and and information information of his size and temperament. for better living. For more information on The association extends Economics sincere and grateful ap­ the Home contact your preciation pec o too Jill Tingley, gey, program contact and with pride enrolls her county Cooperative Ex­ name on its roster of tension Service office at 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte or “Special Volunteers”. phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. Arabian given to special riding program Think Easter Eyelets in White & Colors Linen in Solids, Stripes & Plaids Single Face Quilted Fabric *35yd 218 E. State St. 21 945-9673 to Eaton County youth Eaton County youths are invited to participate in the 1985 Michigan 4-H Broiler Contest, June 14 at Michigan State University. Young people who wish to participate should contact Phyllis Wells, County Coordinator, phone 726-0129, by March 6. All participants will be provided with a minimum of 15 chicks at the beginning of the project and must bring four to enter in the state contest in June. “Raising broilers requires little in investment and facilities and takes only seven weeks,” says Beverly Barrett, 4-H Program Assistant. “Along the way, 4H’ers can enjoy the challenge and excitement of watching young chicks mature to marketable broilers.” Youth may enter in one of three divisions: Junior Division, ages 9-11; In­ termediate Division, ages 12- 14; and Senior Division, ages 15-19. Entrants in each division will be judged on an essay and records kept on growth, amount of feed used and morality rate, and will answer questions on their project. For more information about this or other 4-H ac­ tivities,. contact the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Pheasant chicks available for 4-H and FFA members Young people can help increase the threatened pheasant population in Michigan by participating in the 4-H Pheasant Habitat Program. The program is a joint effort of the Michigan 4-H Youth Program and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. 4-H and FFA members can receive ten to 35 pheasant chicks from the DNR between May 15 and June 15. The chicks are raised by the members for 12 weeks on at least three acres of grassy, brush or weedy habitats, and then are released. The pheasant population is declining in Michigan and other midwestern states because of the increase in cash crop farming, which is reducing the amount of grassy and brush areas necessary for pheasant survival. Members and leaders who sign up for the program will receive training in pheasant husbandry, 10 pounds of starter food for the chicks, and members’ and leaders’ guides to assist them in successfully completing the project. 4-H and FFA members who would like to participate in the 4-H Pheasant Habitat Program should contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. The deadline for registration is March 15. Program on drug interactions, their side effects planned by Mona J. Ellard, Ex­ tension Home Economist Many Americans are now taking more kinds of medicines every year than most people used to take in a lifetime. We buy over-the-counter drugs for minor symptoms we feel we can treat our­ selves, but for more serious problems we take the medicines that are prescribed by our doctors. Yet very few of us know any. 4-H personal -'‘Pers onal appearance leade d are encouraged to attend’ a discussion and planning meeting' meeting on Tuesday, March 5, 7 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension Office in Charlotte. We will be making final plans for the Modeling Clinic to be March 39, and the Style to be April 13. For more information about this meeting or other 4­ H activities, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. facts about what we are taking, or the consequences. Join the Eaton Extension Homemakers for a lesson nite on “Drug Interactions and Their Side Effects”. Guest speaker for the evening will be Melvin Crowley, pharmacist from Hayes-Green-Beach Hospital. The program will be held at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 12, at the Eaton Intermediate Building, -4790 E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Reser­ vations can be placed by calling the Eaton Cooperative Extension Office, at 543-2310 or 372-5594. There is a fifty cent charge at the door. hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26; Bellevue - Village Hall, 201 North Main Street, Bellevue, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26 and 27; Mulliken - United Methodist Church (ED. UNIT), 190 Charlotte Street,, Mulliken, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., March 26; Sunfield - Community Room, Main Street, Sunfield, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26; Vermontville First Congregational Church, 110 South Main, Vermontville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., March 27; Dimondale First Presbyterian Church, 162 Bridge Street, Dimondale, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26; Potterville United Methodist Church, 105 North Church Street, Potterville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., March 26. Parent-Teacher Conferences at MV this Friday Parent-teacher con­ ferences are scheduled to be held in Maple Valley Schools, Friday, March 8. Conferences for elementary students will be be by appointment only as scheduled by classroom teachers. Conferences for students in the Jr.-Sr. High School will also be held Friday af­ ternoon and -it is not necessary to have an ap­ pointment at the Jr.-Sr. High School. Conferences will be held from 1-3 p.m. School will be dismissed at the Jr.-Sr. High School at 11:07 a.m. and the elementary schools at 11:20 a.m. Spring recess begins on Friday, March 29 at the close of the school day and school will resume on Monday, April 8. Program on health planned for freshmen On March 5, the BarryEaton County Health Department will be at Maple Valley High School to present a program on Venereal Disease. The program will be presented to freshmen students through the physical education classes. 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UMIT 1 wmi $10.00 PURCHASE EXClWIflQ BEER umtt MARCH 9 1965 Your Shoppers Review Store ,r fc � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-03-12.pdf f1af3a5d11b8a68a2feaeacda2f32afd PDF Text Text pMD POSTAL® Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 49056 ( j DERM1T NO. ? Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Vol. 113- No. 35 — Tuesday, March 12, 1985 Play Kalamazoo Christian tonight! M.V. Lions clinch district title, 88-68 The Lions played solid basketball last week and defeated three determined teams on their way to a district championship. Valley hosted Parchment on Tuesday night, a post­ poned game due to bad weather on Monday. The visitors ignored their 1-19 record and proceeded to outgun the Lions, forcing a double overtime. Poise and excellent free throw shooting finally secured the 85-76 Lion win. Parchment led by as many as nine points early in the second quarter. The Lions chipped away at the lead and trailed by only 3,33-30, at the half. Valley fell back by 9 points well into the third period before their defense caused four Parchment turnovers, which were converted to Lion buckets. Each team had scored 50 points after three quarters. The fourth quarter ended with each team netting 19 points. The first OT began with Mike Siple hitting two free throws to give Valley the lead, but the score was knotted at 76 at the end of 3 minutes. The second OT began with Siple at the charity stripe. This time the junior forward hit 1 of 2 to give Valley the lead to stay. Gary Reid scored 6 of his team’s 9 Ecstatic Maple Valley fans celebrate their 88-86 win over Olivet last Saturday. second overtime points and 17 for the night. Parchment failed to add to their total, giving the Lions the 85-76 victory. A 32 point performance by Jeff Hamilton paced ail scorers. Ryan Trowbridge added 12; Greg Lenz, 8; Kurt Hartenburg, 7; Mike Siple, 5; Shan Ferrier, 4. Valley hit 29 of 34 free throws. The Lions faced another tournament-ready team on Wednesday. The Springfield Rams played inspired basketball but still fell short of an upset, losing 79-73. Though Valley led throughout the game, they could not shake the pesky Rams. The visiting team came within 4 points, 75-71, with 1:08 remaining to be played but accurate free throw shooting kept the Lions out of reach. Backcourt duo Gary Reid and Jeff Hamilton hit 21 and 22 points respectively, and combined for 10 steals. Hamilton added 10 assists and Reid 6. Greg Lenz added 12 points; Ryan Trowbridge, 7, and 8 rebounds; Kurt Hartenburg, 7; Mike Siple, 6; Jim Benit and Shan Ferrier, 2. With Olviet winning their two games, the stage was set for a clash between the SMAA rivals. Valley took the floor confident and eager. They rushed to a 19-14 first quarter advantage. Olviet countered by taking their only lead early in the second quarter, 22-19. But Valley retaliated by netting 14 unanswered points. Jim Benit rebounded to Jeff Hamilton who scooped in a last second bucket putting the Lions ahead 39-29 at the half. The Eagles continued to have troubles with the Lion fast break in the third quarter and the Lions’ Jeff Hamilton began to have foul trouble. Hamilton left the game after committing his fourth foul at the 1:31 mark in the third period. The depth of the Lion squad became a valuable asset. Shan Ferrier came in for Hamilton and Jim Benit was called upon to help when Kurt Hartenburg picked up his fourth foul. Valley had increased their continued on page 6— Few voters turn out for Nashville election Maple Valley coach Jer­ ry Reese (center, with trophy) celebrates last Sat­ urday's district champion­ ship with his Lion players. Maple Valley knocked off Olivet 88-68 to climax a hectic week which resul­ ted in the district cham­ pionship. Next is tonight's regional game against Richard Chaffee Gerald Kent Richard Furlong powerful Kalamazoo Chris­ tian. More stories and pic­ Voting was light during Monday when voters elected tures inside. unopposed Nashville’s general election three Republicans to two-year terms on the village council. Gerald Kent and Richard Chaffee Jr. were re-elected to trustee positions. Richard Furlong was elected to fill the trustee seat vacated by Forrest Babcock who did not seek reelection after serving eight years on the council. Kent, Chaffee, and Furlong each received 36votes. Their new terms will begin April 1. Only 42-persons out of 1,000 registered voters cast ballots in Monday’s election. Write-in votes were cast for five people. Warren Travoli, Clayton Newland, Herbert Yauden and Richard Dean each received one-vote; and Marcia Ainslie had three-votes. Regional tickets available People wishing to pur-/ chase tickets for the March 11 regional game at Watervliet High School between second rated Kalamazoo Christian and Maple Valley can pick them up today at Maple Valley High School. The tickets, of which Maple Valley was allotted 700, are $2. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. 121 $• CHURCH STREET Hastings* Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. March 12.1985 — Page 2 Nashville News A handy little 1985 calendar of local events was published recently by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, and shows several upcoming dates of importance to the Maple Valley community. The listing started with Valen­ tine’s Day and runs through Christmas. Among spring events shown are the annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 6; the Vermontville Syrup Festival, April 26-28; Mayor’s Exchange Day, May 20; opening of season at Sandy land Park, May 26; and the annual Nashville village garage sale, June 15. In addition to seasonal events and traditional holidays, the calendar also lists meeting dates of the Chamber and a reminder to merchants on which holidays they will be expected to fly the Stars ’n Stripes in front of their business places. The calendar can be picked up at Mace Pharmacy, Comerica Bank, or from Judy Quantrell at Country Kettle Cafe. Dave Mace, Chamber president, expressed hope that the calendar .is something the organization can build on in future years. St. Patrick’s Day is one holiday fast approaching. It’s arrival Sunday, March 17, will be marked by at least two local churches in various “fun” ways. At Nashville Baptist, Junior and Senior High youths will stage their annual St. Pat’s Day Pizza Pig-out. The event is set for Sunday evening, following 7 p.m. worship services that the teens will conduct in their own room at the church. Local United Methodists will Mark St. Patrick’s Day with a congregational potluck dinner in the Community House following morning worship. The 12:30 p.m. dinner event will focus on an Irish theme of family ties. Congratulations to Ronald and Margaret Felder of Nashville on the birth of a son Wednesday, March 6. The young lad weighed in at 7 lbs. 13 ozs. and has been named Curtis Joseph. Proud maternal grandparents are Jim and Elaine Powers of Nashville. Great - grand­ parents, all local, are Mrs. Glen White, Mrs. Bernadine Hinde and Thomas Powers. The Asplund Tree Expert Company of Laingsburg has been in Nashville the past few weeks, trimming and removing village trees damaged by the New Year’s ice storm. The council ap­ proved hiring the firm in January at the rate of $36 per hour. One of the trees removed, Friday, was an ancient curbside maple which stood in front of your scribe’s abode. It had gained some notoriety last January in our reports of the ice storm. The' procedure used by the professional tree-cutters to safely reduce the soft maple giant to a pile of logs and sawdust was most in­ teresting to watch, and at­ tracted a few onlookers from time to time. The tree, soaring some 80 feet into the air and leaning precariously houseward due to a hollow heart, took nearly a full day of steady work by the twoman crew equipped with a ml lr-r-1 CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte... 543-0920 Home...... 726-0223 • MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • YEAR AROUND HOME ON JORDAN LAKE (Lake Odessa) 4 bed room ranch, large lot, 75' of lake frontage, new 12x32 wolmanized deck, brick fireplace with heatilator. Listed at $56,000. (HJ-77-BL) NEW LISTING: Car wash opportunity in Vermontville (2 bays) building 30x42 all steel construction. Contract terms offered. Listed at ’14,000. (HJ-83-MV) NEW LISTING: Large building (2,880 sq. ft.) on M-66 in the Nashville Business District. Could be renovated for various retail businesses. (Oil furnace, natural gas available.) (HJ-81-MN) Homer and Joan Winegar high-ranger, chain saw and ropes to fell cautiously piece by piece. The village crew took care of cleanup. Although we were pleased to see it go, one could not help blit reflect on the years of Reed Street history that tree had witnessed. No doubt it was planted alongside a dirt road traversed by horse and buggy and extending at that time only to Lentz Street, one block farther east. Early Nashville News reports indicate that the initial village tree planting project dates back to the mid-1870s, with some of the first saplings being set out on the schoolyard, now the site of Kellogg Elementary. After our Memories story about Reed Street homes was published last October, we had a letter from Guy Howell of Tucson, Arizona, recalling various Reed Street families and houses that he remembered from his growing-up days here back in the 1920s-’30s. (Howell has been a frequent contributor to the Memories column.) Portions of his letter about Reed Street appeared in our Nashville News column of October 30, and in partit stated: “I think it was a house one block east of Main that had two beautiful tall fir trees. Those trees were probably between 50 and 100 ft. tall.” Last week we had a letter from former local resident Edna DeRiar Hill of Wyoming, Michigan. She wrote: “Mr. Howell, who wrote the series about his boyhood, mentioned a house on the corner of Reed Street and State which had several very tall evergreens. That was my Grandma Furniss’ house where I was born, and (the trees) are still there, across from the (old) Alf Buxton brick house and beside the (former) Bert Smith home.” Mrs. Hill’s grandmother was Barbara DeRiar Furniss. Edna was the eldest daughter of Floyd Elarton DeRiar and his wife, the former Bessie Beigh. Mrs. Hill and her sister, Margaret Bolier of Grand Rapids, occasionally visit Nashville when the weather and their health permits. In her recent letter Edna noted that they had not been able to get to Nashville since last September, for Margaret had undergone eye surgery in November and a friend who frequently brings Edna to Nashville also had been ill. By Susan Hinckley Mrs. Hill regularly receives the Maple Valley News, the Reminder and the Hastings Banner, and said she greatly enjoys them all. The DeRiar family moved from Nashville to Hastings while the children were still young and they completed their schooling there, so have nd many friends acquaintances in that city also. Also in our mailbox last week was a letter from former local resident Wayne Fuller of Toledo, com­ menting that he had found the recent Memories story on the Quailtrap School “most interesting.” Wayne grew up in Maple Grove Township and attended the Quailtrap until entering high school in Nashville, where he graduated with the Class of 1926. His cousin, Mary Jarrard of Nashville, told us that she also enjoyed the newest edition of the Quailtrap story, which featured photos different from those we had used with our first story on the school, back in 1979. In the recently of published picture youngsters at play on the school’s teeter-totter taken during the 1926-27 school year by teacher Helen Kinne (Huwe), Mary said that she spotted her sisters Alice (Fuller) Marshall and Wilma (Fuller) DeCamp and the latter’s husband, the late Douglas DeCamp, plus a couple other youngsters of whose identity she was fairly certain. No Memories topic seems to evoke as much interest (and comment) as that which features early local school photos. For this reason, those types of stories are always a real joy to compile.' Our thanks to all who have shared their early photos and special recollections with us that we might, in turn, share them with our readers. Last week’s weather ran son-in-law, Claudette and Ted Myers of Charlotte, to Hastings for dinner at the Pizza Hut. Also with them were Mark Myers of Ver­ montville and Wendy Thompson of Nashville. Later they went to Pennock Hospital to' call on Mrs. Ramsey’s son-in-law Cleo Jacobs, who was a surgical patient there for ten days. Mrs. Ramsey remained in Hastings to stay with her daughter Doris Jacobs, at Algonquin Lake, while Cleo was in the hospital. He was released March 1. Mrs. Ramsey returned home Feb. 28th. A Friday caller on Mrs. Elsie Ramsey was her son Glen Ramsey of Dowling. The two had breakfast together at a Nashville restaurant. Mrs. Mary Rose and son Tim of Lansing were both honored at a pre-birthday celebration Saturday at the home of her mother, Petie Latta of Nashville. Also present for the occasion were Mrs. Rose’s son, Jimmy; Mrs. Ona Hinckley, local, and Mrs. Wayne Gould and children of Nashville. Michael and Dorothy (Hummel) Martich of Battle Creek were Saturday callers on Mrs. Vada Mix of Nashville and also visited the Raymond Hinckleys. Mrs. Martich, who is a daughter of the late Fay Hummel of Nashville, is currently working on a grant-funded project to research and compile the history of blacks in Battle Creek. Her work covers a period of approximately one century, and when completed it will Obituaries Phillip John Wolcott BATTLE CREEK - Mr. UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M- Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship 6 pm A.M- Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study.......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER springlike sunny 60s 60s on on 1985, at Leila Hospital in Sunday. A three-day Battle Creek. weekend of mild, pleasant He was a district sales weather saw many local manager for the Grand residents swapping snow Trunk Railroad. He was a shovels for lawn rakes as veteran of the United States they took advantage of the Navy, serving in Vietnam. unseasonally warm spell to Mr. Wolcott is survived by get a head start on spring his wife, Linda; two chores. daughters, Tamara and Mrs. Elsie Ramsey of Kecia; one son, Chad; his Nashville recently ac-parents, Ruth Wolcott of companied her daughter and Charlotte and John Wolcott REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Church School .. 11 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Snd Sh l 10 m Church Worship .11 a.m. Sunday School 110 a..mm.. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Au.Mn.a S y ercviocoe... (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. Worship. AWANA.......... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/» mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 203 N. State, Nashville Sat. Mass...... 6:30 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL of Morley; two sisters, the gamut from a blizzardy Phillip John Wolcott, 42, of Carole Moore and Linda ice ice storm, storm, which which Monday Monday 169 Lois Dr., Battle Creek, Lyons, both of Charlotte; brought weighty snow, to a died Wednesday, March 6, AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH become part of the per­ manent collection at Willard Library in that city. Promoters for Christ, a ladies’ missionary group of Nashville Baptist Church, will have a work night at the church starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12. The meeting is a rescheduling of one cancelled in February due to snow, so also will include a belated Valentine’s party. The second in a weekly Lenten series being con­ ducted by Rev. Lynn Wagner at Nashville United Methodist Church gets un­ derway at 7 p.m. tonight, March 12. Topic of the presentation will be “Ar­ chaeology and the Bible”. Sessions will continue at the same time on successive Tuesdays throughout March. Next week’s topic will be “The City of Jerusalem.’’. Rev. and Mrs. Thoams Voyles of Nashville will attend a three-day retreat next week for Church of the Nazarene ministers and wives of the Michigan District. The gathering will be at Marnantha. Several ladies from the Nashville Church of the Nazarene plan to attend an all-day women’s ministry meeting Saturday, March 23, at Mason. Speakers and instructional classes are on the agenda for the event, which is expected to draw an attendance from throughout the Michigan District of the church. Mrs. Herb (Claudia) Andler of Nashville was a patient last week at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. Wed. Service....... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening-. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR and four brothers, Hugh of Nashville, Gene of Ver­ montville, Richard of Charlotte, and Kevin of Lake City, Fla. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 9 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. The Rev. Z. William Colson and Tom Burke officiated. Interment was at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship .. 11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1985 X*<5?NVNi e<e5 K N N Ky SS S \S sSSA Ai ? N’v STO Sji SJv <%%C >« s*>sw wV«’ »>VV V %'I 2»b »b » ^ist jjhSJ Introducing Vermontville royalty court member Michele Evans Michele Evans, the daughter of Daniel and Vicki House of E. Main St., is a member of the 1985 Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Queen’s court, Michele plays varsity volleyball at Maple Valley High School where she is a junior. Her hobbies include collecting all types of stuffed animals and knick-knacks. Even though Michele says she hasn’t had a lot of ex­ perience in the production aspects of maple syrup, she has had fun helping relatives when she was a youngster. “When I used to go up to my grandpa’s, my Uncle Robin would ask me if I wanted to help collect sap. So I would always go. There wasn’t a whole lot that I could really do, but I would get the buckets from the trees. After collecting a drum-full, we would go back & y.& <Qt| v ..Mfed ..d IJFj! »k* ’**«■ ta| * ’**«■ ta| csth 'c-satkh •WiOfttd •WiOfttd »ni ®d m®Kn. Btrb rut rut•'•kffWij “SiiuHastj iuaries * i Swiff; tofej taktaalB •'* Ljhb, MiW -’■ ffijiBtei® •1 Jahik fei^! Mtiik ^'! *5 fW.aHn^ us Ot.Rl ii finBilaM8 £ iff n a 3 Pny F®®' *,' (fclolfc fr i[i [i' fjafiM»’ Brt&jni**! wMMUtew’^ l d takdt contest, each contestant is asked to give suggestions for improving the annual syrup festial. Michele suggested that the talent show should be held on Saturday af­ ternoon so the finalists can perform in the evening. “Then on Sunday the win­ ners can be announced in the afternoon. This would also bring more people for the Sunday crowd.” She also said “it would be much nicer if there were more information on the making of maple syrup, the maple syrup producers and the history of Vermontville. “Also, the syrup festival would greatly improve if there were less beer tents. I know they bring in a lot of money, but they also bring in some rowdy people.” to the boiling room (shan­ ty),” she said. “My uncle and Mike and some people I didn’t know would put the sap into big pots and boil the sap until it was thick and turned into syrup.” As part of the judging process in the queen’s 4-H Pancake Supper set Eaton County 4-H clubs will serve up pancakes, with butter and syrup, sausage, applesauce and coffee, milk or tea, on Saturday, March 16, at their sixth annual Pancake Supper. Serving State President Bart Mar­ will be from 4-8:30 p.m. at shall of Quincy and other the 4-H Building, located on state officers will preside the fairgrounds in Charlotte. over convention sessions. Entertainment will be Two official delegates from provided throughout the each of the 132 chapters in evening, and maple products the state will represent the donated by area producers, membership in voting on all will be given away as door key issues of business. Ac­ prizes. The supper is open to cording to Marshall, Paula the community and senior Ulrich, Drew Pixley, and citizens will be served family Sherman Reid will represent style, if desired. the Maple Valley FFA Tickets are available from Chapter. 4-H members, from the Other highlights include Cooperative Extension naming of the Star State Service office in Charlotte, Farmer and Star and at the door. Tickets are Agribusinessman and $3 for adults; $2.25 for senior election of state officers for citizens; and $1.25 for youth, 1985-86. Contestants who 12 and under. All proceeds have previously won honors will be used by the Eaton in local, district and regional County 4-H Council for 4-H competition will be state activities. finalists in seven leadership contests. Awards will be Senior Girls Tea set presented for community The Senior Girls Tea will development, Agricultural be held Tuesday, April 9 at proficiency, outstanding 7:30 p.m. in the Maple Valley scholarship and chapter membership contests. High School. The Nashville Literary Displays of agricultural and career exhibits will also be Club, and Vermontville Woman’s Club sponsor the featured. Vocational Agriculture event to honor the senior Teacher Rona Szydzik is the girls, along with their mothers as guests. advisor of the local chapter. Linda Hansen, teacher at Officers include John Forell, Maplewood, and her mother, president; Jack Samrau, Mrs. Ruth Hansen of vice president; Paula Ulrich, secretary; Kristie Greenville, are doing an interesting and unique Hosey, treasurer; Troy musical and variety Thompson, reporter and program for the evening’s Chris Youngs, sentinel. entertainment. Local FFA celebrates 57th state convention Members of the Maple Valley FFA Chapter will be in East Lansing March 20-22 as the Michigan Association of FFA celebrates its 57th annual state convention during Farmers’ Week at Michigan State University. During the three-day convention, FFA members from across the state will gather to conduct business and to recognize fellow members for their out­ standing achievements. Several special activities are planned for this year’s 57th convention. Theme for the celebration is “Keeping Agriculture No. 1 - Support Vocational Agriculture and FFA.” Featured speakers include Dr. Carl Hurley and National FFA Eastern Region Vice President, Graham Boyd. According to State FFA Advisor Richard Karelse, incentive awards will be presented to more than 600 outstanding FFA members and chapters by the state FFA association and the National FFA Foundation. State FFA Degrees will be presented to 213 FFA members who, as a result of their occupational and leadership achievements, have qualified for the top state FFA degree. Several adults will also be cited for service to FFA. How can low cost insurance guarantee all your valuables are covered. No problem. 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Get the HAIR STYLE to ^8? SPRING wardrobe at... �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12.1985 — Page 4 Letter tells about life in Nashville a century ago. . by Susan Hinckley In 1969 the late George B. Dean of Nashville received a letter from his then 93-yearold friend Asa Bivens, reminiscing about the Nash­ ville he recalled as a youth. The letter subsequently was presented by Dean to Put­ nam Public Library, where a transcript was made. We have used that in the following account, making alterations only when necessary for clarification or to correct spelling of names. Otherwise, we have left Bivens’ writing intact to retain the original flavor of the text which provides >a fascinating view of life in the local community as it was roughly a century ago. Asa was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Bivens. “I was born on a farm three miles southwest of Nashville, Michigan, which was most all woods. In 1875 when I was born, not much was cleared to raise a living on. Father had a team of oxen which was better for clearing up ground but not much on the road. He got a little ground cleared to raise some wheat, corn and potatoes, but for cultivating corn they were no good. “He went to an auction sale and bought a blind mare. She could not see to follow the rows of corn so that called (for) me to ride her. She had a couple colts, and he soon had a team of horses, and farmed some on shares in the neighborhood. He built a log stable for the horses and cow. “Then he had some wheat to be threshed and the first threshing I remember was done with a horse power machine. Three teams on the power, a tumbling rod from power to a jack, and belt from there to (the) separator. “They (parents) did not have any time piece when they started housekeeping. They got grandfather’s team and took a load of wood to Battle Creek to get a clock. Twenty miles. Did not know what time they left (but) was near Battle Creek when it began to get light. “The house they built in 1873 they started for water. They had to carry (water) forty rods, then Father got tired of it and dug a well close to the house, 40. ft. deep, and bricked it up. The oaken buckets I have drawn water by them a good many times. Then came the wooden pump. For pipe (they) used a wood 4 x 4. It had a hole through it. That was new to me and I pumped until I had blisters on my hands. Elvah Bivens, seen here in his 1893 NHS commencement photo, was an older brother of Asa, author of a 1969 letter recalling the days of his youth. The boys were among six children of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Bivens born on the family's Maple Grove Township farm. Although Asa wrote that he had "fin­ ished school in the spring of 1896," he is not listed among NHS alumni of that year and no picture was available. The Bivens children received their elemen­ tary education at a rural school built with volunteer labor and donated materials by parents in the dis­ trict. “I was five years old,-and time to go to school. I went to school at what was called the No. 9 school about one-half mile from the old farm where six of us were born. All of us got about all of our schooling. “Them days school buildings did not cost like they do .today. That was a one-room school, and families in the district cut logs and took (them) to the mill and had lumber saved to build (the school). Then all turned out and helped to build it. All they was in debt for the school, when it was ready to move in (to) and start school, was two hun­ dred dollars for the seats and desks. “The first teacher got six dollars a month and board and room. For heat, a big round oak stove (that) burned wood. I have the old ledger my father had. He was one of the school of­ ficers. My uncle William Guy was a young boy and he had a job building fires in the morning at one dollar a month. For water to drink, we had a pail and the teacher would give a couple of the scholars a chance to go and get a pail ofwater, and there was a tin cup near the pail for all of us to drink out of. “I was getting big enough to go with my father to town. About the first (business place we passed) on the road (coming into town from the south) was the (Boston) brick yard, and quite a few people worked (there) and a lot of wood (was) piled around there to burn the brick in the kilns, which looked nice at night. All of the bricks (were) red hot at night. “The next place we would go would be the John Mar­ shall elevator. That was not much like (an elevator) today. For power they had a horse hitched to a sweep to a horse power, and would start the horse to elevate grain. There was no gas engines then, but in a few years the gas engines come. He (Marshall) put one in for power and was killed by it when starting it (in 1919). “Then, if the Michigan Central train was in, Father would take me to see them switching in the yard with what they would call today, toy engines with the big smokestack and the little boxcars and the old link pin couplings and the brakes which they had to climb on top of the car (to) turn a wheel by hand (to) hold the brakes on the wheels. There was the old pump house and tank to get water for the engines. The old depot with office to get tickets and waiting room with seats in (the) west end and ticket As a lad, Asa accompanied his father to town and soaked up memories of businesses that lined Nashville's streets before the turn of the century. From the fiery brick kilns that lighted the night sky at William Boston's place on the south edge of town to Jake Haversack's mule-powered potash operation on the north, young ng Bivens absorbed tastings impressions of a budding community that he still coulld recall at age 93. By the time this'1906 photo was taken, Bivens was a young businessman himself, dealing in coal and ice. office. “The Townsend Bros, had the other elevator. Then just over the line fence from the elevator was a small building. Old Mr. Shulze had a tailor shop. My father had him make me a suit of clothes. “Then in back of the (Main) street, Lentz had a planing mill. Then on north was the (Wolcott House) hotel and across the street was a feed barn, grocery, and livery stable. On up the street, Caley’s blacksmith shop (and) Reynold’s wagon shop, where he made top buggies.' I bought my first of him. “The other side of the street, (“Deb”) Green had a grocery. Then Al Rasey, a barbershop and quite a horse racer. Across the street, Pearl Staup’s barbershop, then the bld post office. (Note: Staup’s shop at that time was in the old Parady building on the NE corner of Main and Sherman, com­ monly called the “Dug-out”, and the post office was ad­ jacent to the north.) “Then Dr. Goucher and son, both doctors. Then a ladies’ hat shop (with a) dentist office upstairs. Then the Putnam hardware and tin shop where they made parts and pans for sugarmaking (west side of Main). “The next place was a saloon and north (of it) was Truman’s dry goods and grocery; Hale’s drug store; Fred Baker’s store; Kleinhans’ store; Glasgow hardware; and Kocher Bros, dry goods. In the back end of the corner store, Alf Bux­ ton’s machine shop. (Note: The “corner store” Bivens refers to is the 1880 Buxton Block now commonly called the old “Stop and Shop” building.) “Then the Lentz furniture store (now the Masonic Temple). Across the street (from the Buxton Block), McDerby store and Everts’ meat market. “The old Opery house (which stood on the north side of Washington Street just east of Main) was used for roller skating and some good shows. Then (moving on north along Main Street) was Freeman’s feed barn and a couple blacksmith shops and the old mill where we got flour and feed. “Back on the bank of the (Thornapple) river (across from the mill) was Jake Haversack, who had a team of mules which he had on the road a-picking up ashes. It was all wood ashes them days and he made potash out of them. “Charley Roscoe bought poultry (at his place on North State Street between Reed and the river). Then next (going east on Reed) was John Taylor’s machine shop; then a cold storage of Downing and Bullis. They kept eggs and butter in it and dressed poultry. (Note: This building was located on the site of the present-day Boy Scout hall on the south riverbank.) Then up east along the (northside of the) river Downing and Bullis had a place they bought poultry and maple sugar and in March made pancake syrup out of maple arid brown sugar and sold to grocery stores all over the country. (Note: This brick building is now the home of Fred White on Kellogg Street.) “Then Homer Downing had the saw mill and done sawing lumber most of the summer. Then the Lentz table factory which em­ ployed a number of men. Next the hoop mill which made barrel hoops. On toward town was the appledryer and cider mill which would buy apples and have piles of them to keep them arunning until after the holidays. All the farmers got for them apples was 20 to 30 cents a hundred pounds. “Then on towards town, the first doctor — the doctor of me and my folks was Dr. Young. He carried his medicine in a case of small bottles. He would put out some of them on little pieces of paper and fold paper over the powder. I used to cut the pieces ofpaper for him about two inches square. They put the powder in a glass of water and take a spoon of that out of glass every hour or as directed. “Down across from the old creamery was a carding mill. (Note: Bivens refers here to the first creamery in Nashville, located in a brick building that still stands on the south side of Church Street on lumberyard property, across from the 1881 carding mill of J. W. Powles, which is still standing at the rear of the old Azor Leedy place.) I used to go there with my grand­ mother in the spring after the sheep was clipped of their wool to get a couple fleeces carded, then went home with her and she would spin it on the old spinning wheel into yarn, arid I wound it into balls for her. “I finished school in the spring of 1896, then went to work at the carpenter (trade) that summer (for) 75 cents a day. It was not ten hours a day but was from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and sometimes after supper. “The first barn (I helped build) was a mile west of Maple Grove Center and my father’s barn, then I worked a couple summers after that helping build barns, then went on my own a-building. “Some different today. Two hundred (dollars) for the carpenter work on a 40 x 80 (barn) them days. I have built quite a number in Maple Grove, then I went in the hay business, a-buying and shipping and baling. In those days I have shipped as high as 100 cars of hay out of Nashville. “Then in 1905 I built coal sheds and went to handling coal. At that time we would sell 25 car loads of hard coal, used to fill the coal bins with hard coal for $7.50 a ton and soft coal $4.50 and $5.00. “Then I had an ice business. No refrigeration them days. All just ice boxes. I got $6.00 a year to keep the boxes filled. “In 1908 my wife passed away, which changes and makes life altogether dif­ ferent. I will be 94 years old June 10, 1969. It has caused me a good many heartaches to see old couples together through life and I was left alone through life. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. March 12, 1985 — Page 5 Sandborn-Hull united *^4Z* ^ial*k?*!* *^4*. * ^ia ^ia*?** ?** J SWSk h i-S •?*r"S **<te !«^ , * *® tqr* J<Mk, fi» gj ::"*,taa0jj Sllklty ■ Ml ®!^L'iji h« ^t-1 {»1 >h< *36£r® ■>•8114(11 ■>'•8114(11 Teresa Retlee Sandborn and Michael James Hull were united in marriage on Saturday, Aug. 11, at St. Rose Church in Hastings. Father Leon Pohl officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Robert and Linda Sand­ born of Sunfield and the groom’s parents are Horace and Theresa Hull of Nash­ ville. While the guests were being seated, and during the ceremony, Mary Gurd played the organ. Sue Bahs sang “Turly, Peace” and “The Wedding Song” during the wedding. Maid of honor was Wanda Fender, cousin of the bride. Bridesmaids were Kris Sandborn, sister of the bride, Debbie Hull, sister of the groom, Missy Sandborn, cousin of the bride, and Susan Duits, friend of the bride. Junior bridesmaid was Kim Sandborn, sister of the bride. Flower girl was Renee Sandborn, sister of the bride. Tom Brooke, friend of the groom, served as bestman. Groomsmen were Doug and Ron Hull, brothers of the groom, Lynn Sandborn, brother of the bride, and Paul Best, friend of the groom. Junior groomsman was Robert Fought, cousin of the groom. Ringbearer was Brian Fought, cousin of the groom. Ushers were Don Blevins, uncle of the bride, and John Sarfin, uncle of the groom. Dale and Leona Hanson, cousins of the bride, and Mic and Cathy AuFrance, aunt and uncle of the groom, were Children's Parade" April 27 will have small world theme host and hostess. A buffet reception was held at the Lakewood Community Center. Guestbook was attended by Louann Fender, cousin of the bride, and the gift table was attended by Michelle Corp and Lorna Brooke. Serving the wedding cake was Judy Blevins, aunt of the bride, and Geniese Green, friend of the bride. Also serving at the reception was Cherry Sandborn, cousin of the bride. Music for the evening was provided by Party Down. A special thank you to everyone for all your help. Also, Jari Collins, cousin of the bride, for doing everyone’s hair before the wedding. The rehearsal dinner was hosted by the groom’s parents on Friday evening at The Oracle in Hastings. After a two-week trip in Florida, the couple are now living in Ft. Wayne. Indiana. The theme for the Parade on Children’s Saturday, April 27, for the Maple Syrup Festival, will be “It’s a Small World After All”. Each child in the parade gets tickets for rides, and there are trophies for the five winners. Children should start lining up in front of the Opera House at 10 a.m., as the parade starts promptly at 10:30 a.m. No horses or dogs, please. Ifyou have any questions, phone Fishers, 726-0670. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) 309 N. Main, Nashville NEON POLISH Is Here! licensed Manicurist All Polishes... Buy 3... Get 1 Free Nashville elementary 'honor roll* The Nashville Elementary honor roll for the end of the fourth marking period is based on achievement ratings. The ratings are as follows: A, superior; B, above average; C, average; D, below average; E, failure. FOURTH GRADE All A’s - Dean Beardslee. All A’s and B’s - Timmy Boise, Joel Butler, Barbara Claypool, Leslie De Priester, Dan Finkler, Julie Fisher, Greg Garn, Anna Garrett, Natallie Haeck, Samantha Hughes, Kyle Neff, Jennifer Phenix, Renee Rosin, Darcy Schantz, Mindy Shoup, Jesse Snow. 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Chevrolet $"4TQ wQ wI% w50 trunk ,, 13000 ’12.99550 FOWLER’S CHEVY-OLDS 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Phone543-0200 Open Monday & Wednesday 'til 8:30 p.m. - Tuesday-Thursday-Friday 'til 5:30 p.m. - Saturday 'til 3:00 p.m. Oldsmobile �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12. 1985 — Page 6 We're No. 1 in district play! Continued from page 1— winning margin to 58-41 by the start of the final quarter. Free throws outnumbered field goals for Valley in the fourth. Shan Ferrier hit 7 of 8 and four other Lions helped their team to 18 points at the free-throw line. With 6 field goals to their credit, the Lions totaled 30 points and an 88-68 victory. Despite sitting out 3 minutes of the third quarter and all but one minute of the fourth, senior guard Jeff Hamilton collcted 25 points. Senior guard Gary Reid hit 10 of 12 field goal attempts and 5 free throws for his 25 points. Reid added 8 assists to his totals. Greg Lenz and Ryan Trowbridge worked hard against the taller Olviet squad. Lenz grabbed 7 rebounds and added 10 points. Trowbridge pulled down 8 caroms and added 4 points. Depth proved to be the advantage for Valley. Frequent rests kept the Lions fresh for their pressing attack. Seniors Shan Ferrier and Jim Benit hit for 7 and 6 points respectively. Mike Siple played another fine game for Valley and netted 2 points. Terry Hall and Jim Symonds also hit 2 points each. Bob McMillen and Alan Mater also saw action for the Lions. The giants of Kalamazoo Instead of wasting valuable time watching something as inconsequential as a district championship game, Amy Reid of Nashville decides she d rather chew a fingernail between her parents, Chuck and Debbie Reid. Amy missed Maple Valley's thrilling 88­ 68 win over Olivet in the title game. Got the Winter Blahs? Come in for a new Hair Style or Perm and... Think Spring! 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 Christian are the next op­ ponents for the Lions. The number two ranked team meets Valley in the first round of regional action at Watervliet on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Thanks to Paula Cole and her crew for running the concessions at the districts. Thanks also to D & L Fuels owned by Kelly and Joan Hasselback for donating pop, and to Lucy Mater and Dorothy McMillen for all Maple Valley's Mike Siple (30) tosses in a field goal. their help and donations for the food concession during the season. Tax-financial seminar tonight Did you know that... Improper planning in your will can cost your heirs money? Even small investors can take advantage of tax shelters with up to two times the write off of money in­ vested? You can invest your IRS funds in other places than a bank? You can invest as little as $25 a month in 12 percent government bonds? Maple Valley Community Education Ts offering a one evening tax and financial planning seminar tonight (Tuesday, March 12) at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. Larry Vanbuskirk will be presenting the seminar. He is president of First Financial Group, Inc. and has worked as a financial counselor in the Lansing area for 15 years.He holds Charter Life Underwriter, Chartered Financial Con­ sultant and Life Insurance Counselor Designations, and is listed nationally as a Registered Investment Advisor. A driver safety seminar will also be presented at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19. This seminar will be presented by Sgt. Rick Wahl of the Eaton County .Sheriff Department. It will be en­ titled “Current Issues in Driver Safety.” Alcohol abuse and safety restraints are two very current and important issues for Michigan Drivers. Two films and a discussion on the impact these two issues have on our lives will be presented. There is no charge for either seminar. Everyone is welcome to attend. For in­ formation, call 852-9275. Lion coach Jerry Reese hops off the bench to offer "advice" to the referees. (Maple Valley News photo) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, March 12. 1985 Page 7 Agriculture-natural Resources Week Ag clinics offered by Robert A. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent Several “hands-on” workshops are planned for farmers who would like to sharpen their on-farm repair and maintenance skills during Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Week, March 18-23 at Michigan State University. Formerly called Farmers’ Week and Natural Resources Days, ANR Week will have more than 200 activities related to farming practices and other aspects of Michigan’s agriculture and natural resources. The workshops, sponsored by the MSU Department of Agricultural Engineering, will cover: -Calibration of pesticide applicators, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., March 19 at the Hancock Turf Facility (corner of Farm Lane and Mt. Hope). Cost is $20 per person. Forums on child support planned The State Court Adminstrative Office, Friend of the Court Bureau announced today the scheduling of statewide informational forums on the newly developed Child Support Guideline. The forums are being held to provide interested persons with technical information and instruction on the methodology used in for­ mulating the proposed Child Support Guideline. The development of the Child Support Guideline was mandated by the 1984 Friend of the Court Act and by the Federal Child Support Enforcement Amendments of 1984. The following area Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maple Valley School Jr.-Sr. Monday, March 18 Hoagie Patty, French Fries, Baked Beans, Ap­ plesauce, Cookie. Tuesday, March 19 Taco’s, Lettuce and Cheese, Green Beans, Peaches. Wednesday, March 20 Spaghetti, Peas, Pears, Roll and Butter. Thursday, March 21 Burritos with or without sauce and cheese, Corn, Cherry Crisp. Senior Citizens - Beef and Noodles, Peas, Cherry Crisp, Bread and Butter. Friday, March 22 Pizza Buns, Peas, Applesauce. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Maplewood School Monday, March 18 Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Pears. Tuesday, March 19 Taco’s, Lettuce-Cheese, Corn, Peanut Butter Sand­ wich, Apple Crisp. Wednesday, March 20 Chicken Burger, Potato Chips, Green Beans, Fruit Jello. Thursday, March 21 Turkey and Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Bread and Butter, Fruit. Friday, March 22 Hamburger, French Fries, Corn, Peaches. Fuller St. School Monday, March 18 Hotdogs or Cheesedogs, Baked Beans, Fruit Choice. Tuesday, March 19 Barbequed chicken on bun or Chef salad, Peas, Fruit Mix, Cookie. Wednesday, March 20 Pizza, Celery Carrot Sticks, Plums. Thursday, March 21 Tacos, . Lettuce and Cheese, Green Beans, Apple Crisp, Peanut Butter Sand­ wich. Friday, March 22 Tomato Soup, Crackers, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Celery Sticks, Pickles. Note- Milk is served with each lunch. schedule has been established for the public informational forums: Tuesday, March 12, 1-4:30 p.m., Mt. Pleasant, Central Michigan University, Room 162 Anspach. Thursday, March 14,1-4:30 p.m., Grand Rapids, Fountain Street Church. Tuesday, March 19, 1-4:30 p.m. Lansing, Law Building Auditorium. Copies of the Proposed Child Support Guideline are available from the State Court Administrative Office, Friend of the Court Bureau, at a nominal cost of $5. Persons who have comments regarding the proposed Guidline are asked to present them in writing at the forum for discussion purposes. It is anticipated that once all interested persons have had an opportunity to comment, revisions will be considered by the FOCB Child Support Guidelines Committee in April, 1985. The projected effective date of the Guidelines in July 1, 1985. Maplewood PTO Carnival will have “Bear" theme March 15 The Maplewood PTO is invited everyone to attend its Friday, March IS carnival to have “a beary good time.” The event will be held at the elementary school in Vermontville from 5:30-7:45 p.m. This year’s theme will revolve around bears. Teddy Bears will be given away for children’s raffle prizes and bears also will be given as prizes at some of the games. There will be food, a cake walk, face painting, a computer room and a golf putting game to enjoy. Winter Athletic Awards Night is March 19— Maple Valley’s athletic department will issue winter sports awards on Tuesday, March 19. There will be a potluck dinner in the high school cafeteria beginning at 6 p.m. Bring a meat dish and another dish (rolls, salad, desert, vegetable) to pass. Coffee and milk will be provided. The awards will be issued in the auditorium beginning at 7 p.m. ESR needs local volunteers— The Eaton Special Riding and orientation during a oneVolunteer Association is in day workshop scheduled for need of volunteers to assist 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 10. handicapped students in the Those volunteering are horseback riding program. advised that transportation Riding instruction is to and from the Eaton ISD provided in the riding arena site can be arranged. A from 9:15 a.m. through 2:15 staffed day-care center will p.m. each Friday beginning be provided free of charge April 12 through May 31. The for those with preschoolers. To volunteer, or for more riding arena is located at the Eaton Intermediate School information, please call: District building site at 1790 Sherry Ritsema, 543-7898; East Packard Highway, Jan Tierell, 543-6278; Stef Wells, 543-1301; Jessie Charlotte. Volunteers need no prior Bridges, 566-8796; Dorothy experience - only time, their Childs, 627-8888 or Maggie effort and love. All volun­ Bisel, 663-3138. teers will receive training -This workshop will be an introduction to the various techniques of using sprayers to apply insect, disease and weed control chemicals. Participants will learn how to maintain and use sprayer pumps, nozzles and circuits. —Agricultural wiring maintenance. Participants may choose from one of six sessions offered on March 19, 20 and 21. This workshop is offered from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and repeated from 1 to 3:30 p.m. each day. Cost is $25 per person. The session will be held in the electrical laboratory of the Arthur W. Farrall Agricultural Engineering Hall (formerly Agricultural Engineering Building). The workshop will give participants enough in­ formation to know when an electrical wiring system has been installed correctly and when it needs attention. New wiring methods will be presented, along with research that pinpoints reasons for failure in existing wiring methods. —Anhydrous ammonia handling. This workshop is designed for employees of anhydrous dealers, management personnel and farmers. It covers applicator maintenance and operation through hands-on demon­ strations. Participants can choose one of three sessions, each from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on March 19, 20, or 21 in 107 Arthur W. Farrall Agricultural Engineering Hall. Fee is $15 per person. --Agricultural equipment welding. This is intended for people who have some ex­ perience in arc or oxyacetylene welding. The fee is $20 per person. Arc welding will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon on March 20 and will be repeated at the same time on March 22. Oxyacetylene welding . will be offered from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on March 20. Each workshop has a limited enrollment and requires advance registration. Details can be obtained by writing to Barbara Brochu, 217 Arthur W. Farrall Agricultural Engineering Hall, MSU, East Lansing, MI 48824, or by calling her at 517-355-3477. Details of all the programs offered during ANR Week are listed in a free guidebook now available from the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS March 13 - Barry County Crop Management Association, 11:30 a.m., Tick Tock Restaurant. March 16 - Barry County 4-H Dog Fun Match, Community Building, Hastings. March 16-17 - Youth Bass Days, Kalamazoo County Center Building (16th -10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 17th - noon to 5 p.m.). March 16-17 - Stallion Exhibition and Trade Show, Lansing Civic Center. Seminars and exhibits a part of this event. Call Ann Budd at 517-676-4171 for further information. March 18-23 - Agriculture and Natural Resource Week (formerly Farmers’ Week), Michigan State University. Program information available at the Extension office. March 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. March 21 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Ex­ tension office, Hastings. March 23 - “Mini-College Day”, Marshall. Pre-registration required. March 24-27 - 4-H Capitol Experience, Lansing. March 28 - 4-H Service Club roller skating and meeting, 7 to 9 p.m., Roller Rama, Hastings. March 29-30 - 4-H Recreation Leadership and Camp Coun­ selor Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 29-30 - 4-H Horticulture Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 30 - State 4-H Rabbit Show, MSU, football stadium, East Lansing. March 10% Off All Fabric (Except items already on Sale) Good Selection of CdllCO and Spring Colors Sae ends March 30’1985 Phone.. .945-9673 OPEN Mon-Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 pm Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY The Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — M.V. Girls J.V. softball coach needed— Maple Valley is currently seeking a coach for its Junior Varsity Girls Softball team. Practices are scheduled to begin very soon and without a coach the program would have to be cancelled. If in­ terested contact Larry Lez, Athletic Director at 852-9275. Maple Grove Birthday Club to meet March 19— Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet Tuesday, March 19 with Mae Newland at her home, 504 Chapel Dr., Nashville. Jean Welker is serving as co-hostess. Potluck dinner at 12:30. Velma Jarrard will bring the birthday cake. Members are to bring secret pal gifts as this is revealing day. $1 r>oo . „ JL v per year in Barry Coun ty MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY ... Send my subscription to: I NAM || ADDRESS | I CITY Eaton County 4-H Horse program planned— Eaton County 4-H horse members and leaders who attended the Michigan Horse Leadership Conference will share what they learned during the March Horse Development Committee Meeting. The meeting is Only scheduled for Thursday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m., at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. For more information on the 4-H Horse Program, contact the Eaton County Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. STATE ZIP Enclosed is my payment for: $10 Barry County D $1.2 .Surrounu d-ing C-oun.t-ies $13.50 Other Areas (Allegan. Calhoun, Eaton, Ionia, Kalamazoo. Kent) OrCal1948-8051 For More Information! P*OLBojcB34astingstML490S | I , �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1985—Page 8 PTO Annual Carnival "Packs 'Em In' By Shelly Sulser Nashville’s PTO carnival Friday drew, according to carnival chairman Ruth Hickey, “what some thought was the largest crowd we’ve ever had.” The annual event is geared Teacher Dave Hustwick got a little soggy when students were allowed to throw wet sponges at his face in hopes of winning a prize. Teacher Clara Arvizu sold fresh popcorn to hungry carnival goers at the Friday event. Hot dogs, sloppy joes and pizza were also available. Face painting was a favorite among the younq and old at the PTO Carnival Friday. week to prepare Fuller School for the event, Some carpival participants watch the spinning wheel to see where it will stop and indicate their prize. event. In one of the classrooms at the carnival, a person could have his face painted with a small design. In the adult raffle, Sharon Reese of Nashville took the top $100 prize, and Mr. and Mrs. Cooper were the clowns for the event, handing out balloons in the shape ,of animals. Hickey said more than 100prizes were donated by local businesses and others for the games and the children’s raffle. Good food was available throughout the evening, including pizza, fresh pop­ corn, sloppy joes and hot dogs, all provided by the Potters of Nashville. While passing through the crowded hallways during the local event, Dave Mace exclaimed: “This has got to be the social event of the year!” The members of the PTO wish to thank all the volunteers and merchants for their help in making the carnival a success. Andrew Pontius of Nashvill e of the “Fishing game. enjoys the competition �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 12. 1985 Page 9 Jack Clark resigns from Vermontville Village Council; special meeting to be held March 19 By Shelly Sulser The clowns seemed to a popular attraction at Fri­ day's carnival selling Mickey Mouse balloons. A little boy and his mother wait their turn for a chance to talk to the clown. XT Extended Sale Dates Due to poor weather conditions... — Continues All This Week — Some items are limited, so hurry in and ... Save! Extra Circulars available in the Store. Variety Store PHONE 852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Downtown Nashville The Vermontville Village Council Thursday accepted the resignation of Jack Clark who has served as council trustee for 1%-years. In his letter of resignation, dated Feb. 7, Clark stated that he is unhappy with an alleged lack of cooperation on the part of some council members to change village accounting procedures. a Clark, technical programming supervisor for the Bureau of State Lottery, said when he ran for office “1 .felt there was a need for change and that im­ provements could be made to the office and budgeting procedures while at the same time reducing costs in these areas.” In his letter to the council, Clark said, “We have been repeatedly warned and advised by our auditor to change our procedures which would bring us in line with generally accepted accounting principles and the requirements of State Legislation contained in Public Act 621, (the Uniform Budgeting and Accounting Act). “This would require a cooperative effort on the part of all council members and elected officers of the village. Unfortunately this has not been the case...,” he said. Clark also stated in the letter that “due to the practices of the past council administration, our fund balances and budget have been seriously impaired..’.this is a glaring example of the need for cooperation and improvement in this area...Since I see no incation that this situation will change, and past practices will continue to be sup­ ported, I am therefore submitting my resignation as council trustee effective immediately.” Council members made no comment about Clark’s letter after it was read at Thursday’s meeting by Village President Sue Villanueva. Clark could not be reached for further comment and Treasurer Kathleen Marsh Monday declined comment. “I don’t know what he (Clark) meant” in his letter Clerk Sharon Stewart said Monday. Stewart said she and Marsh have talked to the council’s auditor on several occasions and the auditor didn’t suggest any changes in accounting procedures to them. Persons who are interested in filling the seat vacated by Clark should submit their names to the council for consideration. A special March 19 meeting has been set to make the appointment to fill the vacancy. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the police station. Vermontville farmer Forrest Gardner asked the council Thursday to remove his 80-acre parcel of land, currently assessed at $27,000, out of the village ACTION-ADS KALAMO STORAGE: Stords most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) LOST: Black, tan and white German shepherd mix, male, neutered. Reward. Please call 852-1580.- limits. Gardner said he made the request for tax reasons. Village treasurer Kay Marsh commented that in the best interests of the village, land should not be taken out of the village, noting the village would lose nearly $400 in tax dollars if the request is granted. Villanueva said the final decision regarding the request will be made sometime in April, with further dicussion planned for the March 19 special meeting of the council. In other dicussion, Vallanueva is getting the ball rolling concerning the 150th anniversary celebration in 1986 of the founding of Vermontville. Villanueva requests in­ terested parties to form a committee to plan the celebration. The syrup festival that year may kick off the sesquicentennial celebration, according to an idea by Villanueva. In other action, Thursday: Villanueva proclaimed the week of March 10-16 be celebrated as Girl Scout Week in Vermontville. Tony Wawiernia was appointed by the council to serve as street ad­ ministrator for another year, and the council agreed to hire Bernie Hickey as the lift station electrician. The council agreed to purchase a sewer jetter at a cost of $13,000. Council member Lana Oster will -represent the village of Vermontville at an Eaton County Child Abuse and Neglect Council meeting soon. The ECCANC has requested Vermontville become a member of the child abuse association. Oster will attend to gain futher information regar­ ding village particpation, before the council makes a decision. Those wishing to rent the ball park in Vermontville may now do so for a smaller fee this year, as a result of the council voting to lower the rental from $75 to $50 per tournament with a S25 dollar returnable deposit. At the request of the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce, the council agreed to purchase portable toilets for the ball park on 2nd Street to be used during the summer little league season. The council also voted to purchase a 1,000 gallon gas tank for the village garage. Oster reported the syrup association agreed to share in the expense of increased police protection, clean-up costs and portable restroom facilities during the maple Vermontville Village Trustee Jack Clark resigned his post after serving 1 '/i years on the council. OIL OF OLAY NIGHT OF OLAY CREAM *0*9 917 439 4 OZ. PLIAGEL syrup festival. The syrup association has asked to see projected figures for the costs to be incurred. The Pittsburg Tank and Tower Company quoted the cost of repairs, inspection and painting of the village water tower at $5,548.40 for all work that would be performed. If the company were to letter the tower, it would cost $35 for each three foot letter or $100 for each letter over three feet. Symbols would be $100 each if done in one colon The council agreed to hire the company to clean the in­ terior lining of the tower and inspect it for $3,080, and made no decision concerning the other work. The council voted to accept a bid of $220 from Harold O’Dell for the 1958 GMC dump truck. •LAYJ 1.7 oz. UNISOL tinted* Z-BEC JHIRMACK 60S 459 E.F.A. OR GELAVE SHAMPOO OR CONDITIONER z boz 209 TINACTIN CREAM SOLUTIONAEROSOL 1 OZ. 10 ML 100 GM. 269219219 AtNab^!N TA!Bolqes plus SUSPENSION ^39 12 02.044 wS HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 030685 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley Regular Board Meeting Vermontville, 100 years of history, 1836-1936 Wednesday, March 13, 1985 7:00 p.m. by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin PART VI 1. Approval of spring sports coaches as recom­ mended by athletic director Larry Lenz. Boys H. S. Track ........................ Chuck Reid Girls H. S. Track ......................... Gary Hamilton Jr. High Track Roger Trowbridge H. S. Varsity Basebal Baseball............................... Larry Lenz H. S. Jr. Varsity Baseball.....GuentherMittelstaedt H. S. Varsity Girls Softball Chris Ricketts 2. Approval of a resolution to schedule the an­ nual school election for Monday, June 10, 1985. 3. Approval for the high school student council to purchase a new clock system including ten new clocks which will be paid for by funds earned through the noon hour hostess program. 4. Approval for the high school student council to purchase new curtains for the auditorium stage with funds earned through the noon hour hostess program. 5. Consideration for the purchase of some form of emergency generator system for the Jr-Sr. High School. 6. Committee Reports. 7. General consideration of energy conservation audit through the Michigan School Business Officials. This is a co-pay audit funded by a federal grant, and the cost is not to exceed $300 per school building. 8. Consideration for purchase of a copy machine for central office. 9. General report from the transportation com­ mittee regarding consideration for sale of some used busses plus consideration for taking bids on new busses. 10.Further consideration of establishing a seventh period at the high school through the community school program with costs paid by the students. Board Members and Telephone Numbers David Hawkins 852-0749 Dale Ossenheimer, Jr 852-1674 Ronald Tobias 852-9476 Wayne Cogswell 852-9745 Irma Jean Baker 726-0050 Paula Cole 543-5669 LeRoy Sleeper 726-0297 Not only “bear stories” of our early days have become classic, but the incident of the lost boy was well-known and often related by early settlers. The boy was Frank Rogers, and he strayed from a home northeast of the village where he and his family had gone to visit. Mr. Truman W. Rogers, the father, started back to town the next morning after their arrival at this home. Probably small Frank skipped out to find his father, and lost his way in the country, which was then all woods. The day offered no clue to his whereabouts. Night came on. All the neigh­ bors joined the search. Finally on the morning of the third day a systematic search was organized. Frank’s tracks were discovered three or four miles from the house, near the Ionia road. Reuben Sanford, who lived northwest of town, on his way to the place to begin the search in early half-light heard a faint noise, stopped, listened intently and heard these words: “Hoo-ah! Hooah! You seen my pa.” Of course for finding the boy alive, brought a happy en­ ding to days of agony for those concerned. Politics were taken most seriously. Even in a group so singleminded regarding education and religion and Turn those unwanted, unused items into CASH with an Action-Ad, call 945-9554! PANELING Esteem Reg. 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(Note: Indeed as a child, I, as granddaughter of a Rutland County settler, supposed one had to be a Congregationalist and Republican to be exactly orthodox. J.M.G.) Many of the families were, however, Democrats by heredity, especially those coming from Bennington County, and among them was my collaborator’s grandfather, Wells R. Martin. He, and others, were as staunch in their opinions as if original, not inherited. Indeed, inheriting political party affiliations is not altogether a thing of the past as yet. But a new issue came into being. Men of keen moral sense and knowledge of national affairs sensed a new national danger. Down in Illinois a tall gaunt young man with the mind and conscience of a moral genius, began to hate slavery. This “Abe” Lincoln led public opinion. Here in our village, Willard Davis was one of the first three abolitionists. As early as 1854, the slave question became a great political issue, and all Whigs, free-soil democrats and abolitionists formed the new Republican party that later was to elect this same awkward young man with eyes of intense look to our presidency. (One of our present residents, Walter Davis, is a nephew of Willard Davis, and his wife is a daughter of one of Lucy Dwight’s six children, a nineyear-old boy when his mother took up land as an early colonist) When Dr. Robert Kedzie came to the village, his anti­ slavery convictions strengthened those of Willard Davis and his group and political discussions were full of strong feeling. When our Civil War came on, it was regarded as a moraPissue, and news each day by pony and rider from Charlotte was eagerly awaited. Midnight often saw men still walking the street awaiting this daily bulletin. Mr. Barber says sorrow came to nearly every household and one present resident says the building of a proper church edifice was postponed ‘ because all the money had to go to “our boys” for their needs. Mercantile life was meanwhile developing. People at first Went to Bellevue, Marshall or Battle Creek. The first familiar name to us as merchant was that of Homer G. Barber in 1855, next in 1863. Barber & Martin until 1873, then Martin & Downing,x then Henry J. Martin to 1890. The Barber store, after dissolution of Barber & Martin, survived for many years under Barber, Am­ brose & Rockwell. Mr. Barber mentions the valuable public services of Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Bob’s Service Shop 610JkWELLMAN RD., NASHVILLE 852-9377 BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Henry J. Martin, but his music this same Henry moving our present chapel Martin instilled into those onto a good foundation and within the influence of his renovating its interior is an baton and pen. (Note: A correction to item that should be added. It but showed Mr. Martin’s Part IV. Franklin Hawkins, interest in the village’s not Jay Hawkins, his cousin, was grandfather to Mrs. cultural side. In that chapel today hangs Andrew Green, nee Emma a fine picture of Beethoven, Kenworthy, and it was he and looking at it, we can but who helped “chop out” Main remember the love of good Street. J.M.G.) A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative FAMILY FARM AUTHORITY - Michigan’s Family Farm Development Authority reports that during 1984, it made low interest loans totaling over $5 million to qualified beginning farmers. The program makes the loans available to those farmers with a net worth of less than $250,000 with sufficient experience and training. HOME EQUITY LOANS FOR SENIORS - A plan to amend the state’s banking code to enact comprehensive provisions for shared appreciation loans for senior citizens will soon be introduced in the Michigan House. The bill would permit the refinancing of existing mortgages so a portion of the home equity could be utilized to provide monthly income. PROPERY TAX BREAK FOR FARMS INTRODUCED - Because farm property values have dropped 10 percent in Michigan (from an average $1,232 in 1981 to $1,109 in 1983), a resolution has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives urging the State Tax Commission to reduce property taxes on Michigan farms by 25 percent. In the past ten years, the state-equalized valuation of agricultural property rose by 129.2 percent, while all real property saw a 115.4 percent increase. CHILD RESTRAINT LAW POSTS DRAMATIC REDUCTION IN INJURIES - A state law enacted three years ago, requiring automobile restraints for children under the age of 4, saved 522 Michigan children from serious injury or death in 1982, according to a report issued by The University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. Overall, Michigan experienced a 25 percent reduction in auto-related injuries to children because of the law, ac­ cording to the study. WELFARE ERROR RATE AT ALL-TIME LOW - The Michigan Department of Social Services (DSS) reports that the error rate for its three largest programs was at an all­ time low in 1984. The crackdown on fraud and new com­ puterized systems have helped reduce the Michigan Food Stamp program’s error rate to 5.9 percent. The Aid to Dependent Children program reports a 6.6 percent error rate, and the Medicaid program had only a 2.3 percent error rate for the first six months of the last fiscal year. The last six months’ rate is still being tabulated, the DSS reports. Michigan is one of eight states that has never been sanc­ tioned by the federal government because of high error rates. CIGARETTE TAX FOP .SCHOOL FUNDING - Legislation has been introduced in the Michigan House of Represen­ tatives that would earmark the state’s 10-cent tax on cigarettes for state school aid. The bill, H.B. 4250, would eliminate a complex accounting practice, or “forward funding”. Protection of Muskellunge and Northern Pike The Natural Resources Commission, at its August 10, 1984, meeting, under the authority of Act 230, P.A. 1925, as amended, ordered that effective April 1, 1985, through March 31, 1987, all spearing be prohibited, except that carp may be taken with spear May 1 through August 15, on CLEAR, LOWER CROOKED AND THORNAPPLE LAKES, and further ordered that a 30-inch size limit be placed on northern pike in THORNAPPLE LAKE, Barry County. Notice Vermontville Residents Residents of Vermontville interested in filling one vacancy on the Village Council notify the Village Office by noon on Monday, March 18, 1985. A special meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 1985 at 7:30 pm at Village Hall to filll the vacancy. The 1985-86 village budget will be presented for approval. Sharon Stewart Village Clerk �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 12, 1985_Page 11 Vermontville news Vermontville scouts celebrate week by Ava Kroger ^‘Sss fiSJSS ***tZr>a ^mS5> H^»feiS ^ia»<<, fe, i^^kkm SkkWk Wmk Hia i*S». sasaZjftwkU . r®Rl^hh||^|| ■« W Fiffi Iiw BMB-Utbraaiii mO xm (njjj ’■ !!ln»si.wsz-i taa^anlsnih 38«ss!5rE.mi anas fldbhr Mg MlfiffWUI'Ii a3K!fi{SE $.Wj‘ [nwnsm'ti^ l^daibkHSi rsT»li!p*ia' r I understand the village council has designated this as Girl Scout Week. The girls also are delivering their cookies. Coming events: March 12-2 p.m., Chamber of Commerce Board meeting at the Sugar Hut. Tuesday, March 12 - 7:30 plm., Methodist Ad­ ministrative Board meeting at the church. The Congregational L.C.A. which was postponed last week will meet for a 9:30 brunch and meeting on Wednesday, March 13. The Methodist UMW will meet Wednesday, March 13 for a 12:30 potluck and business meeting. The Vermontville Senior Citizens which has been postponed for two months because of the weather will try and meet Thursday, March 14 for a noon potluck and bingo at the Methodist Church. A letter from Ken Beardslee this week tells of his fourth and, he says, last book, “Partners”, which he calls baseball fiction. It is one of a series for young people interested in baseball. Besides the book he sent me, there is one in the library. He says his books are doing well around the country with thousands in junior high and senior high libraries. More than 20,000 have been donated to youth league baseball organizations by his baseball organization. He conducts a “Ken Beardslee Youth Baseball Camp, Inc.” in July at North Manchester College in North Manchester, In­ diana. He and his wife Marilene live in Milford, Ind., Box 68-R.R. 1, 46542. Marilene does anesthesia at a Warsaw, Indiana hosptial and does more than 1,200 cases per year. Cary, the oldest son, is at the University of Indiana, and Craig, the youngest, is at *’*>*”’' his back. Weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict, for varying lengths of time, were Mrs. Bruce Benedict and Sarah, Jackie Benedict and fiance John Thompson of Arlington Hts., Ill., Terry Benedict of Troy, Mrs. Fred Adams and children of Horton, and three friends of the children, including Toby Nugent, son of rock star Ted Nugent, all of Horton, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Wilcox of Sunfield, and Evert Steward of rural Charlotte. fallen, and currently is less than 100 registered Girl Scouts and adults. There are more troops now, but with fewer girls per troop. Some of the favorite ac­ tivities from the past have been the Brownie Father­ Daughter Banquet, roller skating, floats in the Syrup Festival parade, the cookie sale, and Day Camp. According to Joyce Rathburn, Service Unit director for Vermontville and Sun­ field, the Girl Scout program has changed by “keeping up with modern trends — changing and adding new badges as needed.” New uniform styles help keep up with the times as well. Vermontville Firemens Dance has good turnout despite fog Despite extremely foggy conditions, more than 100persons attended the recent annual Vermontville Firemen’s Dance to help raise funds for equipment for the department plus have a fun evening. “It was a fairly good turnout considering the weather,” said Shirley Harmon. “You could hardly see because of the fog.” During the dance, cer­ tificates were presented to some of the longtime volunteer members of the department, she said. Many Vermontville and Nashville businesses gave donations for a drawing and door prizes: J.R.’s Party Store, Ken’s Standard, The Pop Shop, George’s Party Store, Johnny’s Food Mart, Carl’s Super Market, Maple Leaf Inn, Pat’s Sugar Hut/ Vermontville Hardware, Carpenter’s Den, Musser’s Service, Nashville Hard­ ware, Grandma’s Greenery, and C-Store. There was also a private donation for a door prize, given in memory of Howard Gardner and Gerald Shumaker. “The fire department wants to thank everyone, including the Reminder and Maple Valley News,” said Shirley. 10— Per to 29 pounds Month — Gall Now... 945-2002 Buy these systems where you can actually see and try them and get actual “hands on” experience BEFORE you buy! We have fully operational systems in our showroom.” 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A COM T-l Receiver What the system will do: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Mo­ vies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural pro-, gramming, other TV sta­ tions and much more! NASHVILLE AREA 1985-86 Kindergarten Registration The State no longer requires a school census to be taken, therefore, we are in need of assistance in obtain­ ing information for our fall enrollment. If you have a child who will be five years of age on or before December 1, 1985, please comply with the following: 1. Complete the information below and return it to Howard J. Yost, Fuller St. Office (852-9468). 2. If you have friends or relatives living in the Maple Valley-Nashville area who have children of kindergarten age, please urge them to contact the Fuller St. School to supply us with the information noted below. 3. Please return this information to Fuller St. School as soon as possible. Shortly after receiving this information from you, we will send you a packet of kindergarten enrollment forms to be completed by parents and physician. 4. 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Troop activities and a wide variety of interest badges gives a girl a variety of learning experiences,” says Joyce. “There is something for every girl., every girl can belong to it.” In celebration of Ver­ montville Girl Scouts’ 18th birthday, Village President Sue Villanueva has signed a proclamation which calls on “all citizens of Vermontville to recognize and support the contributions made by Girl Scouts and adult volunteers toward improving the quality of life in our com­ munity.” The proclamation states that “Girl Scouting is an important way for girls to become self-reliant, productive and self­ confident women; and Girl Scouting is an investment in tomorrow’s leadership. You can lose... MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Si ** S?* > Purdue University. He says he has a warm spot for the people in Vermontville and I’m sure we are all proud of what he has accomplished. He hopes to come to the Maple Syrup Festival. Thanks, Ken! A letter this week from Velma Whitmore in Florida tells of the passing on Dec. 23 of her' cousin, Greta Haywood Bettes in California where she has been living with her daughter. Greta was a graduate of th VHS Class of 1917. Mrs. Hermina Southern attended the wedding of her granddaugher, Christine Briggs, to Kim Rowley on Friday evening at an Ionia church. She spent the night with her daughter and family. Sunday p.m. she and Kate Snider went to Gun Lake to see her son-in-law Jim Hadden who is recovering slowly from serious surgery. I hear there was a small attendance at the Birthday Banquet last Monday night. I was sorry I couldn’t get out of my yard due to deep snow and ice for four days. The program by the Benedicts was postponed until May but “The Golden Nuggets”, a pom pon group including Serena Goodenough’s granddaughter, was enjoyed by all. We got rid of a lot of snow last week and now we have problems with flooded basements, etc. Factory workers like to avoid Ver­ montville highway as some have ruined tires and lost hub caps in the deep potholes. It looks like a good maple syrup season with some freezing temperatures at night and warming up daytimes so sap is running good. Nyle Wells is in charge of boiling at the Maple Manor. Mr. Harold Benedict is recovering from surgery on This week, March 10-16, brings Girl Scout Week to scouts everywhere in America. The first Girl Scout troop in the United States met on March 12,1912 so that is now called the Girl Scout bir­ thday. Scouts celebrate during Girl Scout Week by showing their community some of the great things that Girl Scouts do. Vermontville Girl Scouts have traditionally held a roller skating party at Thornapple Roller Rink and have various activities related to the week. Some troops also have parent programs at this time. This year troops from Sunfield, Vermontville and Nashville are expected to participate in the roller skating party. Vermontville Girl Scouts organized in 1966 and has been going strong since then. Some of the first troop leaders here were Bev Kelley, Dema Wright, Ester Martin, Janice Baker, Joyce Rathburn and Vera Viele (Dec.). A couple of girls that were in those first troops are still active as registered adults and leaders — Roz Lingholm (Carpenter) and Lois Hammond (Martin). Several adults are still active in non­ leader positions such as cookie chairman, QSP magazine chairman, and Service Unit director. Over the years, scout membership has risen and Zip- 945-3517 OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30 - 5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30 - 9 p.m.; Sat., 9 - 5 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1985 — Page 12 Vermontville Public Library news The Library would like to thank the Vermontville Lions Club for donating a subscription of the large print edition of the Readers Digest. The following is a list of Memory Books that have been donated to the library: In memory of Jeanette Sprowls from Janice Bailey “On Dying with Dignity” by Patrick Francis Sheehy, M.D.. In memory of Thelma Hall - “Pieces of My Mind” by Andrew Rooney from Friends. “Julie” by Catherine Marshall from Kelly Hall. “lacocca: An Autobiography” by Lee lacocca from the Ver­ montville Womans Club. In memory of Ingrid Northrup - “People” by Peter Spier from Linda Aldrich. “China- A Country Study” from Christopher King, Jr. Also a new set of book shelves were donated to the library in Mrs. Nor- In memory of Ruth Briggs thrup’s name from friends - “Living the Country Life” and family. In memory of Verna by Better Homes and Gar­ Carpenter - “Encyclopedia dens from members of the of Computers and Elec­ Shetenhelm family. “The tronics” from Tim and Linda Best of James Herriott” Shetenhelm and family. “A from Mr. and/ Mrs. Earl Country Christmas Blystone, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. and Jennie Treasury” from the Terrill Cutting Swartz Family. “A View of Hatlestad. “The Hobbit” by the Mountains” by Morris J.R.R. Tolkein from BetGibson from the Maple ■ tyann Briggs. We also have a new fiction Valley Jr.-Sr. High School book by Ken Beardslee staff. called “Partners.” This is "Girl Scout Week By Ann Taylor Girl Scouts in the United States are celebrating Girl Scout Week this week. This is the 73rd year of scouting in the States. There are five active troops in Nashville, in­ volving 80-registered Girl Scouts between the ages of seven and 17. Activities that keep these scouts and their leaders busy — Donald & Wilma's— UPHOLSTERY 4171/? 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On Saturday Nashville scouts have the opportunity to take part in “Sumer Fun” to get an idea of the fun of Girl Scout summer camp. 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY The Vermontville Library, now has new information for women. This packet has phone numbers and resource people to turn to in case of domestic abuse or serious family problems. Any sheets in it can be copied, or the whole package can be borrowed. Also contained is information on Lansing Community College finan­ cial assistance and the M.S.U. Womens Center. WtSV MICHIGAN’S Largest Mobile Home Dealership The Tradition Continues... The Nashville sugar shanty continues to hum with activity as members of the Nashville Maple Syrup Association boil the local maple tree offerings into its famous syrup Monday morning. C.O.A. menu and activities listed Low-cost noon meals for older Americans are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings, and 310 N. Main St. in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; and Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagle’s Club in Woodland. To make your reservation for a meal, call 948-8062 before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in advance. Any person 60 years and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are invited. Participants also learn about nutrition, do exercises, puzzles and games, and enjoy different speakers and entertainers from around the county. all meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. The asking price for a meal is 75 cents, however donations are private and up to the in­ dividual as to what he or she can afford. Won’t you join us for the following meals? March 12 - Hot dog and cheese, tomatoes, baked beans, muffin, baked apple. Nashville: Colinda Munson from Red Cross. March 13 - Salisbury steak, ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. 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The information will be in­ vestigated by the Barry Coun­ ty Sheriff Dept. If you have such information, please call from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Doily. 616-948-8986 Ask for Ron Harriman, mgr. potatoes and gravy, winter blend vegetables, dinner roll, jello. Hastings: Sing­ along with Fern. Woodland: Rod Palmer, Mercy Medical Supply. March 14 - Baked chicken, sweet potato mash, fruit mix, banana muffin cake. Hastings: Bingo. March 15 - Salmon loaf, baked potato, coleslaw, pear halves. March 18 - BBQ meatballs, diced potatoes, Brussels sprouts, rye bread, fruit. Hastings: Kuempel’s band. Nashville: Rod Palmer, Mercy Medical Supply. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, Barry Country Transit is standing by! EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, March 13 - 7-9 p.m., “Is There a Computer in Your Life?”, Dimondale Elementary School. Call Extension office for reservations. Thursday, March 14 - Soil Conservation District Annual Meeting. Thursday, March 14 - 7:30 pirn., 4-H Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds, Charlotte. Friday, March 15-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack and Gloria Pennington’s, 6375 N. Chester Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, March 16 - 4:30-8 p.m., 4-H Pancake Supper, 4-H Building, fairgrounds, Charlotte. March 16-17 - Michigan Horse Council Horse Trade Show, Civic Center, Lansing. Monday, March 18 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, Shopping Guide office. March 18-23 - Agriculture and Natural Resources Days (Farmers’ Week), MSU. Wednesday, March 20-10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 4-H and FFA CropO-Rama, Erickson Hall, MSU. Thursday, March 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H Family Roller Skating, Adam’s Skating Center, Charlotte. Saturday, March 23 - 9:30 a.m. - 3 p,m., Tri-County 4-H Workshop, Mason Middle School, Mason. Monday, March 25-7 p.m., 4-H Softball meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, March 26-6:30 p.m., County Dog Clinic, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Thursday, March 28-7:30 p.m., Ditch Maintenance, Kardel Hal, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Saturday, March 30 - SW Regional Horse Bowl Contest, Branch Area Careers Center, Coldwater. Saturday, March 30 - 9 a.m., State 4-H Rabbit Show, MSU Stadium. Saturday, March 30 - 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m., Modeling Clinic, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, April 1 - 8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, April 1 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Challenge Club, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible uumnsl^ GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 12, 1985 — Page 13 Local manicurist wins honors by Shelly Sulser Bobbie Weller, owner of Bobbie’s Unique Nail Ser­ vice of Nashville, tied for third place in a nail sculpting competition with 59 com­ petitors at the Midwest Beauty Show, held in Chicago last week. Weller took top honors of all the Michigan participants at the show which drew 30,000 persons and featured 400-booths and several beauty-related contests. a Weller, licensed' manicurest and nail technician, has owned and operated Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service for five years, and says interest in nail care is becoming more and more widespread in the United States. Since moving her store from a rural area to Nash- ville last September, Weller is pleased with the response. “I would venture to say business has picked up 25 percent,” since then, says the local fingernail expert. Having received her training from a practicing Lansing area technician and through The Flying Emery Boards, Weller specializes in nail sculpturing. A customer who wishes to have long, lovely nails, can get them at Bobbie’s in an hour and 15 minutes for a $37 fee, much cheaper, according to Weller, than big city manicurists would charge. As a teenager, Weller said she never dreamed she would be in the profession she’s in today. “When I was in high school, I always wanted long nails,” she said, “I used to put them on myself. “Then one day my friend gave me long nails and I said, ‘I could really get into this’.” Her friend set her up with her instructor and Weller now has a thriving business. “When I first got into it, I told my husband I would do it for five years and that would be the end. But its just really moving; I can see me doing this forever,” said Weller. “We’re really on a roll with beauty in this country. “I think if people take a chance on trying something new, they would be surprised what they could do,” she said. Weller's skills play a big part in her prospering business, which draws customers from as far away as Lansing and Grand Rapids. Weller claims she is noted for the arch she can build in when sculpting nails. Weller also notes many of her customers have been with her since she started the business. Just about any kind of health or beauty aid can be obtained in the store which also has a therapeutic body masseur available. Elaine Catt of Clarksville, is also trained in foot reflexology. Nan Patterson, who will be available beginning this summer, specializes in color analysis at the shop and Diane Keumpel is also a cosmetologist and nail technician. Of her success in the business, Weller says her husband Phillip and nineyear-old-son, Cliffy, are very supportive. “They’re both really proud of me,” Weller said. Sunfield scouts enjoy activities The cold and often nasty weather we have been ex­ periencing has prohibited many activities but Sunfield Girl Scouts have still managed to get on with some of their plans. For openers, all those delicious cookies you or­ dered are now being delivered. Delivery should be complete by March 18. Thank you for your order; troop camping plans for summer are much closer with profits earned from cookie sales. First grade Brownies recently enjoyed guest speaker Philip Freidinger who was born in Beirut, Lebanon. Mr. Freidinger showed the girls dolls dressed in the fashions found in Lebanon, pictures and a model of a flat-roofed house that might be seen there, and shared other memories of his experiences in Beirut. He also taught the Brownies a few words in Arabic: “May your day go well”, and “Be prepared.” It was a very interesting meeting for everyone. ■fctaBaiiaiasi asi riM-ljiUfefetipi tiHJipiiM Oli-lftJfeJjfelMd rtI-tJH|a,^PuaifS^.W 7®. Mt .’jjpfctaiSBlIiito. iiHilitoMihiW The third grade Brownie troop had a visit from the Lake Odessa Ambulance crew last week. The girls learned about some of the equipment used in emergencies and learned about safety. Later this month the two Brownie troops will be getting together to hear a speaker from the American Red Cross, who will also have a movie for the girls. And April will bring a visit from Sunfield policeman Jim Pahl for third grade Brownies. Cookies and badgework have kept the Junior Troop active. Top cookie sellers for this troop were Shannon Ferry, 354, and Roxanne Antes, 351. The troop has earned the First Aid badge and the Art to Wear badge — girls made skirts, sun­ dresses and other clothes — and will be going to Charlton Park in Hastings for a Folk Arts badge workshop on March 16. Bobbie Weller, owner of Bobbie's Unique Nail Ser­ vice in Nashville says business has increased 25 per­ cent since moving it to town last September. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) COB3 Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 'A" pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available n 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville It's a Boy! Bobbie Weller took top state honors and tied for third in the national nail sculpting competition in Chicago last week. Weller received this bouquet of roses from her husband for having the successful weekend at the beauty show and competition. uto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg w/built in regulator... w/exchg. Most Starters..... 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Proud Angie (Webb) and Ken Merryfield auntie and uncle of Sunfield. t ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) FOR SALE: green carpet and pad 26x14*6 ft. 852-1740 Nashville. FOR SALE: Kenmore washer and dryer, works, looks new $250; maple hutch - $100; cherry dressing table - $50; telephone chair $15; deck table - $25. Dave Tuckey 726-1222 Ver­ montville. Michigan State Housing Development Authority ATTENTION: BARRY COUNTY Do You Need Help Paying Your Rent? The Section 8 Existing Rental Assistance Program may be the answer. This is a federal program to help people pay their rent. If you are eligible to take part, some of your rent will be paid to your landlord every month by the Michigan State Hous­ ing Development Authority (MSHDA). The part you pay yourself will be based on your family in­ come and the number of people in your family. However, the total amount you pay for rent and utilities generally will not exceed 30 percent of your income. These are the qualifications: (1) You must be income eligible; (2) the living unit you choose must meet the Hous­ ing Quality Standards of the federal Department of Hous­ ing and Urban Development (HUD); and (3) the rent for the unit, including utilities, must be within the Fair Market Rent established by HUD. A waiting list has been opened for all categories of bedroom units for eligible households in Barry County. For more information, please contact: Nancy Randall *322 Stockbridge Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001 Telephone: (616) 385-1107 MSHDA is an Equal Housing Lender �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 12, 1985— Page 14 Maplewood names it’s spelling bee winners A very excited crowd of will also be participating in parents and relatives were the Eaton Intermediate on hand for the third annual Spelling Bee which includes Maplewood P.T.O. Spelling Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Potterville and Maple Bee March 5. The fourth, fifth and sixth Valley. Maple Valley will be graders did a very good job hosting the Eaton Inof preparing for the Bee and termediate Spelling Bee at should be commended for the high school auditorium their courage to get up in April 16 at 6:30 p.m. The local winners are featured in front of a crowd. The top three fifth graders the accompanying photos. Bottom row from right: Brent Haog, 3rd place; Amy Rasey, 2nd place; Neil Williams, 1st place; Back Row: Dana Cole, 4th place; Nathan Lindsey, 5th place; Angela Shook, 6th place. Ten flowering trees free from foundation— Ten flowering trees will be given to people who join the National Arbor Day Foun­ dation during March, 1985. The free trees are part of the Foundation’s effort to encourage tree planting throughout America. the right time for planting this spring, between March 1 and Mary 31, postage paid with enclosed planting in­ structions. These trees were selected because they will give a colorful flowering of pink, white, and red blossoms Nash launches 'Operation Help* An Eaton County lawmaker recently unveiled a public safety campaign designed to help senior citizens, disabled residents or anyone else requiring aid during an emergency. State Representative Ernest Nash (R-Dimondale) is organizing Operation HELP! for constituents in his district who are par­ ticularly vulnerable when emergencies occur. The 56th District lawmaker has printed 10”by 16” signs with the work HELP! written in highly visible, fluorscent orange letters. Listed underneath are numbers for the Michigan State Police and the Eaton County Sheriff. The sign also contains several empty spaces for other, important emergency or special information. Nash said the need for the program became apparent when the recent ice storm devastated Eaton County. “There were senior citizens trapped without het, power or phone. At the mercy of the elements, they had no way to contact the outside world. In rural ares this can be particularly dangerous,” Nash said. "Operation HELP! will help to solve this dilemma. Now anyone in trouble can hang the signs in their windows and this will alert neighbors Engagement Bottom row from right: Tricia Gibson, 1st place; Micky Collier, 2nd place; Chris Musser, 3rd place; back row: Michelle Baker, 6th place; Leigh Steine, 5th place; Jacob Williams, 4th place. Hoffman - Reid Mr. and Mrs. Allen D. Hoffman of Vermontville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lindy Marie Hoffman, to Tony William Reid, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Reid of Nashville. Lindy is a senior at Maple Valley High School. She is currently employed at Charlotte Chair Company. Tony is a 1983 graduate of Maple Valley High School. He is currently employed at C & F Stamping Company in Grand Rapids. An Aug. 10,1985 wedding is being planned. Bottom row, from right: Aaron Smith, 1st place; Jason Epler, 2nd place; Tom Kruger, 3rd place; Back row: Brian Carpenter, 6th place; Matt Bowen, 5th place; Travis Carter, 4th place. The Foundation will give two White Dogwood, two American Redbud, two European Mountainash, two Washington Hawthorn, and two Flowering Crab trees to members joining during March. The six-to-twelve inch trees will be shipped at 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call or police officers passing by.” The representative said he will work with local law enforcement agencies and senior citizen groups to help locate area seniors or disabled residents. He has an initial 500 signs to distribute throughout the district. “I’m convinced that Operation HELP! can save lives,” Nash said. “The signs will help law enforcement officers know who needs help and they will also provide residents with a handy list of emergency numbers. Children could also use the signs to find vital in­ formation in case their parents are injured and they are seeking help.” Nash hopes the program will gain widespread support throughout the state. “Hundreds of rural Michigan communities could adopt this program. Residents of these isolated outstate areas would benefit from such a plan. I urge them to begin an Operation HELP! in their area,” Nash concluded. Swine nutrition & disease focus on MSU workshop Pigs are becoming an increasingly popular en­ terprise for families in­ terested in livestock production on a small scale. 4-H Dairy bowl Unlike grazing animals such as cattle or sheep, pigs can be raised in a relatively session set small area, often using A practice session for existing facilities without the Eaton County 4-H members need for investment in participating in the dairy winter shelter. Because they quiz bowl program is are raised and sold in one scheduled for Friday, March season, there is also a fast 15 at 8 p.m. The session will turnover in cash flow. be held at Jack and Gloria Although there are ad­ Pennington’s, 6375 N. vantages to small-scale Chester Road, Charlotte. For swine production, there are more information, contact also disadvantages. Pigs Gloria Pennington at 543­ tend to have more disease 5294 or Pam Lilly at 543-0356. problems than some other types of livestock, and Corn growers to meet families who are considering The next meeting of the pig production should be Michigan Corn Growers aware of the nutritional Association will be held, requirements and potential Wednesday, March 20 at the disease problems of pigs. To International Center in assist those who are Room C, at Michigan State currently producing swine as University. This meeting is well as those who are con­ scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. sidering the venture, Anyone interested in the Michigan State University’s Michigan Corn Industry is Kellogg Biological Station is offering a workshop on “Pigs encouraged to attend. For further information, for Profit: Nutrition and contact the Corn Grower Diseases,” March 19, 23, April 2 and 6. office at 517-694-0589. The workshop is sponsored by the Cooperative Ex­ Correction­ tension Service as a follow Last week’s Nashville up to last year’s popular council story stated the “Pigs for Profit” program council had approved a 20­ for beginning swine cent per hour wage increase producers. Lecture sessions for the four-water depart­ ment employees. It should will be held on Tuesday have said the council ap­ evenings from 7 to 10 p.m. at proved the wage increase for the four DPW employees. Also, the council approved an extra 20-cent per hour pay raise for two of the DPW workers. ACTION-ADS HOUSE CLEANING WANTED: Will give quality care to your home; have openings and can give references. 517-852-9458 Nashville. WANTED: Tree work and clean up. 852-9090 Nashville. NICE REMODELED TWO STORY HOUSE with a small rental house included on property. Near schools. $43,000 for two houses. Buy direct from owner. (616) 948­ 2298 evenings. (3-19) SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) throughout the spring, ac­ cording to John Rosenow, the Foundation’s executive director. The trees are guaranteed to grow, or they will be replaced free of charge. The National Arbor Day Foundaton, a nonprofit organization, is working to improve the quality of life throughout the country by encouraging tree planting and conservation. The Foundation will give the ten free trees to members contributing $10 during March. To become a member of the Foundation and to receive the free trees, a $10 membership contribution should be sent to Flowering Trees, National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by March 31, 1985. the Kellogg Biological Station, followed by handson demonstration sessions on Saturday afternoons bet­ ween 2 and 4:30 p.m. at Kellogg Farm. “During the demonstration sessions, par­ ticipants will learn to grind, mix and prepare their own swine feed and to identify symptoms of common swine diseases,” explains Dale Purkhiser, Extension Swine Agent and workship coor­ dinator. “We’ll be discussing diseases which cause reproductive problems, such as leptospirosis and par­ vovirus, diseases affecting the central nervous system, such as erysipelas and pseudorabies, and those which cause high mortalities in baby pigs, which include pseudorabies and tran­ smissible gastroenteritis (TGE).” A diagnostic clinic will also be part of the session on swine disease, during which participants are encouraged to bring their sick pigs for diagnosis by Extension Swine Veterinarian Dr. David Ellis and other local vets who will be par­ ticipating in the program. Registration costs for the workshop are $10 for all four sessions, or $3 per sessioa Contact the Kellogg Biological Station at (616) 671-5117, ext. 53 or 671-2412, for a registration form. Enrollment is limited. When you want results.. . . . give our classified department a call! If you want to turn your unwanted items into cash, we'll help you write an ad that will get fast results! Whatever you want to buy or sell, you'll get action with a Want Ad! 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Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-03-19.pdf c4e9b066832acf432cf6df02f157bd7d PDF Text Text AGE Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Hastings. Mic igan 49058 o£RM<TN0.7 ' ? HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY astmgs, Michigan 49058 1952 -> a ok MK (.0 03 n. Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113- No. 36 —Tuesday, March 19, 1985 Maple Valley school to study double bus routing By Shelly Sulser The Maple Valley Board of Education’s transportation committee has decided, with board approval, to conduct a feasibilty study regarding a change in the current bus routing procedures. Transportation Supervisor Aldrich recommended the study to possibly implement a “double busing” system in the district by the 1986-87 school year, at the earliest. The study would in­ vestigate the possibility of routing the elementary school students at one time Removal of shade tree gets questioned by resident By Shelly Sulser Resulting from a Thursday confrontation between a Nashville property owner and the village council, Mayor John Hughes met with Al Carlin Friday to explain why the village had the right to remove a tree from the front yard of Carlin’s house at 525 Reed St. Carlin had charged that the council acted unlawfully in removing his tree without first notifying him. He also said the incident has devalued his property. Calling attention to local ordinance number 10, sec­ tions one and two, Carlin said it states that it is unlawful to cut or trim a shade tree without first notifying the property owner, and if a problem needs to be corrected, the council has the right to cut the tree and bill the property owner. Hughes said Saturday the ordinance does not pertain to tree removal, but only to trimming. Speaking to the council Thursday, Carlin asked, “Where does it say the tree belongs to you? I would have spent $1,000 to fix that tree if there was something wrong with it...“As far as I’m concerned, it has been stolen.” The tree in question was designated last fall for removal, Hughes said, because it was “dead or dying.” It was cut down early last week by the Asplund Tree Experts, trimmers hired by the village after the January ice storm. After explaining to Carlin that the tree was on village property, contained in the town’s 60 foot right of way, and promising to plant a sapling there when annual summer planting takes place, Hughes said Carlin was satisfied. As for failing to notify Carlin of the intended in­ cident, Hughes admitted the village was at fault in that aspect. “From now on we This new tree stump displays the remains of an old landmark once admired and cherished. The tree at 525 Reed St. was removed last week by tree trimmers, resulting in a confrontation at Thursday's council meeting between the property owner and the council members. will make sure the property owner is informed.” The residents who rent the home owned by Carlin have received the wood from the tree. In other business, the council agreed to allow the police department to become a separate bargaining unit, beginning next year, changing the village policy of having the policemen included with other village employees. Also, as a result of no further wage recom­ mendation made to the council, the council agreed to grant a 20-cent per hour wage increase to the policemen, retroactive March 1. Hughes reported the village will receive nearly $13,500 in reimbursement from its Farmers Home Administration sewer ac­ count. The money is to be put toward the sewer bond principal. Also, the State of Michigan owes the* village $20,000 because it failed to pay the yearly five percent promised to Nashville for the sewer project. The money is to be refunded in quarterly installments of ■ $4,849, designated for sewer legal expenses. A letter from Charter Cable TV Co. indicates an April 1 rate increase. The council hopes to defer the company from doing so. Hughes said the village planned to participate in mayor exchange day, sponsored by the 29 com­ munity organizations of the Southern Michigan Planning Council; Nashville had been matched with Lake City but they Reclined participation. Nashville may be matched with another town of similiar size. In other action, the council: —Approved a 2,000 gallon water tank to be installed on the 1974 Chevy dump truck for $400 with no further cost incurred for the tank itself. The tank will be used to water and flush the streets and will be obtained from Gerald Kent. The village plans to sell the present box and hoist currently con­ tained on the truck. —Approved the purchase of a 420-foot hose for $512, to be used by the DPW for sewer flushing. and the high school students at another. Currently, the district moves all students, K-12, on one busing system. Tranportation Committee member LeRoy Sleeper noted if the change were to be implemented, the system would hav6 more buses than would be needed. Many changes would take place if the change is made. For example, employee contracts would have to be changed, noted Superin­ tendent Carroll Wolff. He also said the study would take some time and suggested the committe talk to schools who currently double bus and get the pros and cons on the issue. “The roads in this area are bad enough to get over once, let alone twice,” Wolff said. The committe will con­ sider the cost effectivness of the change and obtain a factual analysis, without gaining public input until the study is completed and presented to the board for consideration Jan. 1, 1986. Board President Dave Hawkins said that if the board effects any changes in the transportation system, “we’re gonna get shot bet­ ween the eyes,” by the public, he said. The study will begin immediately. In another matter, Wolff reported to the board that a family living near the Charlotte school district, with the children attending Maple Valley schools, would rather attend Charlotte schools. Wolff said there are about three other properties near there where the districts aren’t clearly defined, because the dividing line is questionable. “There are three places over there where our buses go out of the way when Charlotte buses go right by, ” Wolff said, although he said the Maple Valley schools have always opposed changes in the districts. Another family wishes to have their children attend Sunfield schools in the Lakewood school district. Wolff said the changes are up to the respective counties, and that it would be a lot of extra bookwork for Maple Valley should the changes take place. The board agreed to seek bids to sell three school buses: 76-B, 77-A, and 75-E. Aldrich said selling the buses would leave the school with a total of 25-buses, 20 of them used are used on a regular basis and five are kept on hand as substitutes. The board agreed to conduct an energy con­ servation audit through the Michigan School Business Officials. The audit would be obtained through a matching grant, with the school district paying 50-percent of the cost and the federal, goverment covering the other half. The audit ad­ dresses operational, maintenance, safety and possible retrofit recom­ mendations that can be used to develop both short and long term energy management and conservation for the building and district. Wolff, in responding to action taken by the board at its February meeting when he was absent, corrected a misunderstanding con­ cerning implementing a third grade honor roll. Third graders do receive letter grades ofA, B, C, D, or E, on their report cards and the curriculum and study committee will decide if the honor roll is to be formed. The Maple Valley district will now pay more for its sewer drainage, after being notified by Nashville DPW Continued on Page 8— Vandals slash bus tires at school School began as usual at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Monday, thanks to fast work by bus garage employees who replaced 10bus tires that had been slashed sometime Sunday night or early yesterday. Assistant Principal Larry Lenz was also a victim of the weekend vandals. Early Monday morning, he discovered that all eight­ tires on his two personal vehicles had been cut. So far, Barry County Sheriff’s Deputy Lynn Cruttenden has received names of possible suspects from the Maple Valley schools and the incident is being investigated. Lenz said the probable motive is some former students or students of other schools who wanted to “get back at the school,” he said. However, he doesn’t recall any significant incidences that would have spurred the vandalism. Transportation Supervisor Gerald Aldrich said Mechanic Larry Musser discovered the sixvictimized buses at about 6:15 a.m. Monday, and estimated the damages at nearly $1,200 including labor. Three of the buses were in­ service buses 79-A, 76-C, and 77-C. Three substitute buses were also found to have had slashed tires. Aldrich said the tires were immediately replaced temporarily with old tires that had been removed from other buses when new ones were installed, which enabled the 20-regular buses to roll on schedule yester­ day. Maplewood PTO Carnival Photos Page 14 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19,1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Production of syrup so far of the syrup operation from this season by the Nashville collecting to boiling to asked many Syrup Association is canning, “considerably behind last questions and made several year,” reports NSA notes on syrup-making. Vada (Hummel) Mix of president and longtime volunteer Harold Nashville was able to add a Christiansen. Through most interesting footnote to Sunday NSA had produced last week’s Memories article 360 gallons but planned to based on recollections of the boil all day Monday, said late Asa Bivens. The son of Christiansen. Some 1,100 Mr. and Mrs. Reuben gallons of sap were collected Bivens, Asa was born in 1875 by the local Boy Scouts on on a Maple Grove Township Sunday. “The weather is farm, and in a 1969 letter to nice but the air is so chilly, his old friend George B. the sap hasn’t run good,’’ Dean could still vividly noted Christiansen. He said recall the village of Nash­ it is hard to predict what the ville as he remembered it outcome of the season will from the days ofhis.youth. In be. Others helping him with his letter Asa also talked of the boiling and canning at his family life as a child and the Sugar Shanty in Putnam noted that his parents “did Park have been Nelson not have any time piece they started Brumm, Clayton Newland when so conand Tom Reid. Nashville’s housekeeping” ‘‘got Grandcommunity syrup project sequently dates back to 1942, and is a father’s team and took a load good annual source of ofwood to Battle Creek to get revenue for participating a clock.” Mrs. Mix called to let us know that she now has organizations to which volunteer workers credit that “time piece” — a wooden mantel clock — and their manhours. NSA syrup, at $20 a gallon, is available at it still works perfectly. “In fact, I just wound it this the Shanty as well as she added. Comerica Bank, Mace morning,” she Pharmacy, and Carl’s Vada’s husband, the late “Ted” mix, Supermarket. Sugar candy Kenneth made by NSA volunteers is inherited the clock from his also available at the Shanty. stepfather, Elmer Bivens, a Sugar candy sells for $1.25 brother to Asa. Elmer had for one-quarter o£ a pound. told Ted the same story of Watching the syrup­ how the clock was acquired making operation at the by his parents in Battle Shanty is fascinating for Creek for a load of wood. visitors, especially for those Over the years Ted had often who have never seen syrup admired the clock, and being made. One for whom it Elmer, who had apparently was a fascinating experience inherited it from his parents, Sunday was Thomas Ryder frequently offered to (give it of Denmark, an exchange to Ted. He declined the offer, student who is living with the believing it should remain Nelson Brumms’ grand- with Elmer. However, on the daughter and family, Debra night his stepfather died, and Paul Lindemann and Ted’s mother told him, “You children of Hudson. The know, Elmer always wanted Lindemanns and Thomas you to have this clock,” and were Sunday dinner guests that is how the time piece of Nelson and Geneva, and became a treasured later visited the Shanty. possession in the Mix home. Thomas, who will graduate “It is a beautiful old clock,” with the Class of ’85 at said Mrs. Mix. She believes Hudson High School, saw all that Asa moved to Nebraska, or somewhere in that area of the west, after leaving Nash­ • WANTED • ville. Snow Blower, Lown Mowers, RotoAs is so often the case in tiller. Portable Color TVs, Wood doing Memories, it seems Stoves, Antiques of all Kinds, Guns, (almost eerily) that while we Shovels, Rakes, Hoes, Mounted An­ imal Heads, Refrigerators, Camou­ are preparing the article or flage Clothing, Old War Relics, Old sometime shortly after its Knives, All Reusable Merchandise. publication, we will run across a News item, out of Quality Pawn the blue, that ties in with the 209 N. Main, Nashville subject. Such was the case 852-9473 with the Bivens piece. After the story had been submitted HOURS: 9-5, M-S (and we were researching an entirely different topic) we noted the following item from the Sept. 21, 1905 issue of The Nashville News: “Asa Bivens of this village and Miss Bertha Thomas of near Vermontville were married at their new home on the south side last evening by Elder Dolph of Barryville.” In his letter used for the Memories piece, Bivens had noted his loneliness following his wife’s death, apparently just three years after their marriage. “In 1908 my wife passed away, which changes and makes life altogether different,” he wrote. “It has caused me a good many heartaches to see old couples together through life and I was left alone through life.” Biven was 93 years old at the time he wrote the letter. It’s that time of year! The annual Maple Valley Alumni Banquet is set for May 25, 1985 — and Nashville’s Class of 1935 is planning a 50th anniversary reunion in conjunction with the event. Organizers are extending an invitation through this column to those who graduated either before or after 1935 to join their former schoolmates at the gathering Saturday afternoon, May 25, at the Community Center (old waterworks building) in Putnam Park. Hours are 3 to 5 p.m., and snacks will be served. This get-together should give folks a nice chance to visit and renew old times prior to the alumni banquet later that evening. The third in a weekly Lenten ( series being con­ ducted at Nashville United Methodist Church by Rev. Lynn Wagner is set for 7 p.m. tonight, March 19, at the church. Topic will be “Ar­ chaeology and the Bible”. Sessions are being held at the same time on successive Tuesdays throughout March. Next week’s topic will be “The Dead Sea Scrolls and Masada”. The first meeting of a newly-formed United Methodist committee, the Parsonage Committee, will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 25, at the parsonage. Cliff and Evelyn Mason of Nashville will host an 8 p.m. meeting of the United Methodist Builders Class on Wednesday, March 27, at their home. Congregation of the Nash­ ville United Methodist Church will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, with How can you insure replacement of your mobile home without depredation? No problem. Auto-Owners Mobile Home Policy offers replacement cost coverage without depreciation to qualified mobile homes And discounts are available for new mobile homes., and to retirees. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how the Mobile Home Policy can be no problem for your home. ^futo-Owncrs Insurance TNb No PrtMbmfkopik~ Trumble Agency 517-726-05S0 178 S. Main, Vermontville By Susan Hinckley their architect at the church. Helping others will be the theme of “Save Day”, an all­ day event to be conducted Saturday, March 30, by Junior and Senior high teens of Nashville Baptist Church. That day the youths will volunteer their services to help „ folks in their congregation with any tasks that these various individuals may need done around their homes, etc. The Singles group of Nash­ ville Baptist Church will meet at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 24, following evening services, for a pizza party in the teen room. Fellowship, music and a short message are on the agenda. Several ladies from the Nashville Church of the Nazarene plan to attend an all-day women’s ministry meeting Saturday, March 23, at Mason. Speakers- and instructional classes are on the agenda for the event which is expected to draw an attendance from throughout the Michigan District of the church. • Two longtime residents of the Nashville community passed away last week: Robert J. Cutcher, 83, and Thress'a A. Hess, 85. Services were held Saturday at St. Cyril Church for Mr. Cutcher, who died Wednesday shortly after admittance to the hospital at Charlotte. He was a retired factory worker and farmer, and came to Nashville in 1940. Mr. Hess, who died Saturday at the Barry County Medical Care Facility where she had been a patient three years, had lived in Nashville since 1917. She was the widow of Donald D. Hess, a former local undertaker and furniture dealer of the firm then known as C. T. Hess and Son. He died suddenly in 1932 at a young age. Somewhat later, later Thressa was employed for many years by the local schools as a cook. Services for Mrs. Hess will be held today, March 19, at the local funeral home. Condolences are extended to both families in their loss. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility came last week in memory of Nellie Moon from Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Wilcox, Mrs. Gretchen Pixley, and Eldon and Wilma Day; in memory of Louise Wolff by the Maple Valley Support Group and the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High staff; and in memory of Douglas DeCamp from Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Wilcox. Contributions may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, 49073. As a follow-up to the recent Memories story on the old Quailtrap school in Maple Eva Grove Township, (Boise) Pennington, who CO A menu, events schedule Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouses, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wed­ nesday and Friday at the Eagle’s Club in Woodland. To make a meal reservation, call 948-8062 before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in ad­ vance. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, crafts, games and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what he or she can afford. Please join us for the following meals and programs. March 20 - Tuna supreme, mixed beans, tossed salad, sweet French bread, cherries. Hastings: sing­ along with Fern. March 21 - Turkey divan casserole, fruit juice, roll, gingerbread-lemon sauce. Delton: Colinda Munson, Red Cross “Shelters”. March 22 - Baked cod, scalloped potatoes, sliced carrots, sliced peaches. March 25 - Burrito, Mexican corn, farmer’s salad, dressing, fresh fruit. Woodland: Colinda Munson, Red Cross “Shelters”. March 26 - Glazed turkey­ ham, au gratin potatoes, Scandinavian vegetables, dinner roll, vanilla egg custard. Margarine and milk are included with each meal, coffee and tea are available. Menu subject to change without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, Barry County Transit is standing by. loaned the large group photo of students for the article also contributed and remembrances, said last week that one thing she forgot to mention was her salary for serving as “more or less janitor” and keeping the school swept out daily during the last two years of her schooling there. The pay was twenty-five cents per day. Eva also expressed delight and surprise at seeing a May 1928 photo of herself and three other beginners at Quailtrap in the picture taken by her former teacher, Helen (Kinne) Huwe of Nashville, who loaned it to us for the story. Another thing Eva recalled last week about the school: programs put put on on by Quailtrap students for a parents’ organization that was the equivalent of today’s PTO. Perhaps other former scholars there also recall those events. Spring arrives officially March 20. tomorrow,, Although temperatures have been chilly, the sunny days and windy condition of last week were typical of the season. Last Tuesday, winds gusting up to 50 MPH in this part of Michigan caused power outages affecting some 8,000 Consumers Power customers, but none locally. With only traces of snow left here and there in secluded spots and the effects of wind arid sun, dry grass has become a seasonal hazard. The Nashville Fire Dept, was kept on the run last week responding to grass fires both north and south of town, but none proved to be major. Extreme caution in burning should be observed now. Permits must be obtained for open burning. A warming trend with continued dry conditions is forecast for this week. 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(HJ-22-FV) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1985 — Page 3 Local CF Bike-a-thon date nears April 14 from 8-10 a.m. The announcement was made by Jeri Baker, volunteer chairperson for The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will be spon­ soring a “Cyclin for CF” Bike-a-thon on Thursday, Obituaries jJ?* J*?jt w wS *i sSs s Sn SW 1 L►»'5»'< 'tni|!l S | 'W W* 1 > L'5' L 5£ to '*>£ k"* W Wi 1£ ** iM»»tfSsb *k *w &***?' ■ Robert J. Cutcher NASHVILLE - Mr. Robert J. Cutcher, 83, of 640 S. Mason Rd., died Wednesday, March 13, 1985, at HayesGreen-Beach Hospital in Charlotte. He was bom Nov. 30,1901 in Curtice, Ohio, the son of Samuel and Catherine (Navarre) Cutcher. He was raised in the Curtice area and attended Yondonta School. He married Matilda K. Grosjean on Feb. 21, 1928. He was employed by Johnson Iron Industry in Charlotte for 22 years and retired in 1972. He was previously employed by Geo. R. Riches Co. in Battle Creek and was also a farmer and cattleman. He had lived at his present farmhome since 1940. He was a member of St. Cyril’s Catholic Church, Nashville VFW, Dads Club, and the Molders and Allied Workers Union. Mr. Cutcher is survived by his wife, Matilda; one son, James Cutcher of Wichita Falls, Texas; one daughter, Mrs. Dorene Dean of Nash­ ville; three grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lambert Cutcher, and two sisters, Angeline Schaneck and Frances Arquette. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church in Nash­ ville. The Rev. Fr. Leon H. Pohl officiated. Burial was in Kalamo Cemetery. Arrangements were by Vogt Chapel - Wren Funeral Homes. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Cryil’s Church or the American Heart Association. Thressa A. Hess NASHVILLE Mrs. Thressa A. Hess, 85, of 224 Sherman St., died Saturday, March 16, 1985, at Barry County Medical Care Facility. She was born Aug. 26, 1899 in Jackson, Mich., the daughter of Julius and Mary (Finkbinner) Zantop. She was raised in the Jackson area and attended schools there. She married Donald D. Hess, a mortician, on Feb. 9, 1917. They lived in Jackson and Homer and came to Vermontville in 1923 when they purchased the funeral home there. In 1928, they sold the funeral home, purchased the former Fightner Funeral Home in Nashville and moved to Nashville. Mrs. Hess served as lady attendant at the funeral homes until her husband’s death in 1932. She then sold the business to her husband’s brother, Ralph Hess, in 1933. She was later employed by the Nashville School for many years and retired in 1962 from Standard Stam­ ping Co. of Nashville after about four years of em­ ployment. She was a member of Nashville Independent Baptist Church. Mrs. Hess is survived by one daughter, Virginia Green of Nashville; three sons, Charles Hess of Delton, Jack Hess of Nashville, and William Hess of Huntsville, Ala.; eight grandchildren; 11 great - grandchildren; two great - great - grand­ children; and one brother, Walter Zantop of Jackson. She was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville, with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Medical Care Facility. ■***?'» ■***?' » S^ S**>^ **>4 *****iiij |g ,Wi; ^•’ttkrtsni os* Wfrakfliii lstt.HU Mi IM RitolfBjri; ; JJ. MUtliffEJJJ tariehih ifa feiliiioifrpi tli ■fi’nifNl ootiKd tiy ariSt .ixtKfirfcfl I ed h Forte s »« ’ fci Printing a 5, (W t I# ! hW*^ faW?1 faW?1** IfelW*1*’1 jlq*W* the 1985 CF Bike-a-thon. The course will begin with registration at the Congregational Church and will run for two miles. A participant may complete the course as many times as they wish. The event is open to all persons who obtain prior sponsorship for at least 10 cents per mile. A person may get as many sponsors as they can. All proceeds will go to benefit children stricken with Cystic Fibrosis. An official CF T-Shirt will be awarded to all those who bring in $25-$49; a CF Sports Bag for those turning in $50$99 and both the T-Shirt and Sports Bag to those turning in $100 or more. All par­ ticipantswill receive an ironon transfer. You may pick up sponsor sheets at the school office. Cystic Fibrosis is a ter­ minal, genetic disease which affects the lungs and digestive system of children. One in every 20-persons (over one-half million Michiganders) are carriers of the recessive CF gene. Research has increased the life expectancy of CF patients from pre-school to a 50 percent chance of reaching early twenties. Anyone wishing to par­ ticipate in this project should contact Jeri Baker at 726­ 1171 for further details and registration forms. Nashville Brownies add two new scouts Nashville Brownie Troop 746 is pleased to have two new scouts in their troop. Receiving their sash, troop numbers and Brownie pin last month were Stacee Hawkins and Venus Smith. They are both in third grade. A good time was had by all five Nashville scout troops that went roller skating last Wednesday at the invitation of the Vermontville troops. While there, the scouts were treated to samples of food from other countries. Driver safety issues, housing laws are topics of seminar A seminar will be presented on Tuesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. by Sgt. Rick Wahl of the Eaton County Sheriff Department. His topic will be entitled Current Issues in Driver Safety. Alcohol abuse and safety restraints are two very current and important issues for Michigan Drivers. Two films and a discussion on the impact these two issues have on our lives. There is no charge for this seminar. Everyone is welcome to attend. For in­ formation, call Maple Valley-Lakewood Com­ munity Education at 852­ 9275. Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education is also offering a seminar on Housing and Consumer Law. It will be held Monday, March 25, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School library. A Legal Aid Attorney will explain housing law which includes both landlord­ tenant relations and mortages and land contracts. Some of the topics to be covered in this seminar are: maintenance problems, legal and illegal evictions, security deposits and cleaning fees, written and oral leases, rent withholding, federal housing, and rent increases. Consumer matters will also be discussed. For example, utility shut offs, repossessions, debts, and defaults will each be ex­ plained from a legal point of view. There is no charge for either seminar. Correction The Vermontville Council will not be purchasing the portable toilets for the ball park on 2nd Street, as stated in last week’s council story. The council merely okayed the purchase by the chamber of commerce. Also, the syrup cor­ poration agreed to consider sharing the costs of the syrup festival concerning in­ creased police protection, clean-up costs, and portable restroom facilities, but wishes to see last year’s figures and those expected for this year before agreeing to share expenses. Looking for a bright future? It can be the fulfillment of all your brightest hopes and dreams ... but it takes planning. Start now with an Eaton Federal I.R.A. jjaniKoW- •(HbW Spring is just around the Corner... Get your Spring Investing in an IRA now can help turn those dreams into reality. Call or stop in today to find out how bright your future can be. Cut & Style Soon Nancy & Laurie will be going on vacation in 2 weeks. Barb By­ ington will be taking appoint­ ments week of April 9-12. A Beauty O' Shop 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-033 Eaton Federal and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE VOU: NOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN • FNONE 643 3110 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN ■ PROBE 162-1030 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1661 OLIVET, MICHIGAN ■ PHONE 740-2011 OFFICE NOORS: 0:00 to 4:30 Mor. thru Frl, 9:00 to 12:00 boor SitorOij �The Maple VblWy New*.' Nashvlllff, Tuesday, March 19.1985 Page » Some "firsts" from Nashville Next Tuesday, March 29, Nashville will mark its 116th anniversary as a village, having been officially chartered on that date in 1869 by an Act of Incorporation signed by Henry P. Baldwin, governor of Michigan. In light of the approaching “birthday” we thought it an appropriate time to reflect on several “firsts” that have been recorded by the village in its formative years. Next week’s column will look at some of the things that have been said about Nashville — by insiders and outsiders — as the town grew from a fledgling settlement into a full-blown community. Most of the facts in the following local history “primer” were gleaned from various early issues of The Nashville News. Where contradictions exist in those reports, we have attempted to present the more factual account. First name for Nashville was the nickname “Forest City”, for obvious reasons. Others in the 1850s called it “Hanchett’s Mill”, because pioneer settler Charles Hanchett, who lived in a log house near the present-day site of the Community Center (waterworks building) and his brother, Hiram, ran a saw mill on the north bank of the Thornapple River. Officially, Nashville was named in the late 1860s for Garadus Nash, a civil engineer for the Grand River Valley Railroad. He may have offered to plat the village in return for the honor (accounts differ) but he did not do the platting, and reasons for this are disputed. However, the name stuck. Other names considered but rejected were ‘‘Johnstown’’ and “Greggsville”, the latter for pioneer village developer George Gregg and his son Robert, who finally drew up the first plats. Nash resided in Nashville only during the building of the railroad, which commenced with surveying in 1866 and con­ cluded with final construction in early 1869. The first frame house built north of the river within what is now the corporate limits of Nashville was constructed in the fall of 1854 by pioneer Henry Feighner near what is now Putnam Park. The first white settlers in the community put down roots in that area. structure erected in one day in 1866 on or near what is now the municipal parking lot West of the Main- Street business district. First teacher there was Miss Agness Smith, later the wife of Nashville businessman and benefactor Charles M. Putnam. Thirteen students comprised her first class. First physician in town was Dr. John H. Palmer, who located in Nashville early in 1866 and later became its first postmaster. First blacksmith shop in the settlement was built in 1855 on what is now South Bridge Street, west of the river, by S. R. Clendenen, and for the next century Nashville was never without a blacksmith. The first political meeting in Nashville was held during the campaign of 1866, in John Webster’s blacksmith shop. First political flag poles erected here were in 1868 and carried the banners of Seymour and Blair for the Democrats, and Grant and Colfax, Republican. First merchant in Nash­ ville was Leonard E. Stauffer, who operated a general store in his home on the east side of Main Street just north of Reed I— the Stauffer place being the first frame house south of the river. First village election in Nashville was held April 7, 1869, and became somewhat unruly when it was alleged that transient railroad workers were being allowed to vote. First church service in Nashville was conducted in 1866 by a Methodist minister from Kalamo, one J. H. Richards, using a partially completed grist mill owned by the Mallett family as a meeting place. First ser­ vices conducted within a regular house of worship were at the Christian Church (now Trinity Gospel at 219 Washington St.) after that sanctuary was completed in 1870. Also built that year was the Methodists’ first church, a frame building damaged by fire 10 years latef and replaced by the present brick structure. The first schoolhouse in town was a crude 12 x 16 log The first president of Nashville, elected in 1869, was Lemuel Smith, a Ver­ mont native who came to Michigan in 1855. “In his peculiar religious view he was decided, most frank,” noted his obituary in April 1883. “For many years he stood outside of all that is or could be called ecclesiastical. He was a Freethinker, a Liberalist in the best meaning of the word. No church superstition hung to his skirts. He found that the brightest duties of his existence related to the human and not the gods.” Smith had, the writer noted at his death, “without a mumur sought that rest which perchance knows no waking.” First nicknames of the community were "Forest City" and "Hancett's Mill," but the official name of Nashville was in honor of Garadus Nash, civil engineer for the Grand River Valley RR during its 1866-69 construction through this area. The first train to arrive in Nashville on that line probably came on Jan. 25, 1869, though some sources place its arrival about a month earlier. This scene 40 years later shows the station after the line was taken over by Michigan Central. The 1904 brick depot is in the center; the freight station at right. A man credited with introducing several "firsts' to Nashville was Joseph C. Hurd (left), an enterprising early local merchant who in 1902 drove the first auto in the village. The radio and the ice cream cone were among other local firsts attributed to Hurd. In 1910 he opened a Ford agency in Nashville, one of the first in this area. With him in this 1916 photo at his Main Street garage are employees Ralph Olin (center) and Merrill Hinckley. A photographic gallery and a bicycle shop were among Hurd's earliest local ventures. First industry in Nashville was a furniture shop established in 1867 by Jacob Lentz, a French-born cabinetmaker who later took his three sons, Albert, Charles and Lewis, into the company which for over half a century represented the village’s largest business concern, at one time em­ ploying as many as 125 men. The first train through Nashville probably arrived on January 26, 1869, the date that regular services from Jackson to Nashville was established on the newlybuilt Grand River Valley line. (Some accounts, however, say the first train arrived in Nashville on December 29,1868 — roughly a month earlier.) The first locomotive to haul a work train into the village was the Black Crook, and the locomotive that pulled the first regular passenger train to Nashville was the Mayflower. First official communication of the newlyformed Masonic order in Nashville was held the night of November 25,1868, almost exactly for months before the village was incorporated. The first “building boom” in Nashville took place in the summer of 1870, when 75 buildings were erected between April and October. First bank in Nashville was a privately-owned concern organized about 1870 by Theodore Downing, John Barry and Dan Everts. First newspaper here was the Nashville Business Register, published on February 10, 1870 by Leonard E. Stauffer. First issue of The Nashville News, a continuously published forerunner of the Maple Valley News, appeared on October 1, 1873, put out by Orno Strong, a rather slight 19-year-old from Law ton who became a fiery crusader of causes for Nashville’s community' betterment. (In 1888 he sold- the paper to employee Len W. Feighner, a nephew of Stauffer.) The first serious fire oc­ curred February 25, 1874, when a half-dozen businesses on the west side of Main Street were destroyed, in­ cluding the News office, which was frantically torn down to halt the spread of flames, prompting Editor Strong to push for a village fire department. First street to have sidewalks on both sides was State Street, in 1875. (These were boardwalks made of wood.) The first concrete sidewalks in Nashville were built in 1881 for “Messrs. Brooks, Purkey and Fuller” by a Battle Creek man named Staples. First organized band was the Cornet band, formed in 1875 to give weekend street concerts and other per­ formances. First official volunteer fire department in Nashville was organized in 1882, although an early Hook & Ladder company was formed in 1875 at the urging of Editor Strong. The first state senator elected from Nashville was Lewis A. Durkee, a former Hickory Corners merchant who moved to Nashville in 1866 and became the first justice of peace here. A GRVRR employee, Durkee studied law, became an attorney and then was elected to the senate in 1880. He died the following year at age 50. The first jail in Nashville was built in the summer of 1881 on the site of the present-day fire station, which was the town hall location. The first brick schoolhouse in town was completed in 1885. Called the Union School, it was destroyed by fire on February 5,1902, and replaced that same year with a similarly-style brick building. The first class graduated from Union School in 1887 after completing the threeyear high school course then required for a diploma. In 1890 the curriculum was changed to four years of high school study. First municipal water­ works system, including pump house and standpipe to hold river water, was completed in 1892, not long after an August 2, 1891, fire destroyed the Lentz Table factory. The company rebuilt on the condition the village would offer an adequate supply of water for fire protection. First phones in Nashville were installed in 1898 by Michigan Telephone Com­ pany, but service was very limited in scope. The following year Citizens Telephone Company strung lines and installed phones giving much wider coverage. Switchboard and headquarters were above Liebhauser’s drug store (now Mace Pharmacy), but later moved to the upper floor of the old post office building (now Dairy Delite). The first electric lights, with power furnished by the Thornapple Electric Com­ pany, were turned on in Nashville in February 1902, with four arc lights brightening Main Street. The Nashville News office was one of the first businesses to give up its acetylene gas plant in favor of electric lights. First automobile used in Nashville was a Thomas Tri­ Auto driven by local bicycle entrepreneur Joseph C. Hurd, in 1902. The three­ wheeled gasoline-powered vehicle had “great speed,” according to the News. Hurd later became an early local Ford dealer, and is generally credited with introducing two other “firsts” to Nash­ ville: the radio and the ice cream cone. ? Our 4th — SPECIAL Thanks to You... 10% Off Any & All Services March 20th thru March 26th Make your appointment early, Call ... 726-0257 &The Village Hair Port 70 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml �The MbpleVdlleyNewi/NashvillS, Tuesday, March-19, 1985 — Page'S Two directors to be elected Production Credit meets March 23 The Production Credit Association of Lansing plans to hold its Annual Stockholders’ Meeting Saturday evening, March 23, at Long’s Convention Center, Lansing, with a dinner­ dance. Tony Thelen, chairman of the board from Pewamo, will preside at the meeting. William D. Henquinet, president from Mason, will give the Annual Report to the stockholders. There will be an election of two directors, to be chosen from the following: Tony EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR L*** > J5 Thelen (Ionia County) to be opposed by Maynard Roth (Ionia County) andC. Bruce Russell (Livingston County) to be opposed by Hollis Gehringer (Shiawassee County). In addition, seven Nominating Committee members will be picked from the following: Phil Conklin and Leonard Johnson, Eaton County; Mel Stofer and David Lott, Ingham County; Norman Hammond and Earl Wilson, Barry County; Pete Clark and Russell Manning, < * 1* bK '*>*Q Q s'? s ^<*2J • • Vts d- ^3! I I S*’Wl 11 Eia k^ati ?^Btl*l win L,lltl,Hri _ ” Wtawi'i, i'®ii tairtiiii hflrfyj HigMtyi Hi w>» ■ata March 18-23 - Agriculture and Natural Resources Days (Farmers’ Week), MSU. Tuesday, March 19-7 p.m., County Teen Group Committee meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Wednesday, March 20 -10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 4-H and FFA CropO-Rama, Erickson Hall, MSU. Thursday, March 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m., 4-H Family Roller Skating, Adam’s Skating Center, Charlotte. Saturday, March 23 - 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Tri-County 4-H Workshop, Mason Middle School, Mason. Monday, March 25-7 p.m., 4-H Softball meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, March 26 - 6:30 p.m., County Dog Clinic, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Saturday, March 30 - SW Regional Horse Bowl Contest, Branch Area Careers Center, Coldwater. Saturday, March 30-9 a.m., State 4-H Rabbit Show, MSU Stadium. Saturday, March 30 - 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m., Modeling Clinic, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, April 1-8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, April 1 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Challenge Club, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, April 8-7 p.m., 4-H Small Animal Association officers and committee members meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, April 9 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, April 9-7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. 1 38 K Shrift! ■•il 3n»fau You can lose... »»£ an isrii ttiiM — d hr at y iitei raasfe’ taai 'cj'wc 10 to 29 t ti a life® k AM. ^104 — Per Month — Call Now... laH jtifri* ms* «*!! iM0i illl* 945-2002 Clinton County; Ray Doty and Larry Keilen, Ionia County; Gary Hoisington and Mike Esper from Livingston County; and Tom Semans and Dick Rock from Shiawassee-Genesee County; with additional nominations both for directors and for Nominating Committee members to be opened from the floor. The association expects 1000 farmer-members and guests to attend this event. Registration is 6:30 p.m. Dinner, 7 p.m., Business Meeting, 8:30 p.m., and dancing to the music by the “Proper Strangers,” 9:30 p.m. The Lansing association is a farmer cooperative ex­ tending agricultural credit for operating and equipment purchases in the counties fo Ingham, Eaton, Barry, Ionia, Clinton, Shiawassee, Livingston, Oakland, and Genessee. The Association has branch offices in St. Johns, Ionia, Hastings, Charlotte, Mason, Howell and Corunna. COA plans annual tulip trip to Holland The Barry County Com­ mission on Aging is taking reservations for the annual trip to Holland’s Tulip Festival and “The Stars of Lawrence Welk Show”. The busses will leave the Hastings Nutrition Site at noon Friday, May 17. This will allow time for a drive along Tulip Lane and sightseeing before the show, which starts at 4 p.m. We will be returning about 7 p.m. Everyone is asked to make their own tran­ sportation arrangements to and from the Hastings site. The price of this year’s trip will be $8, which includes the ticket for the show and the cost of the bus. We have enough tickets to fill three busses, and everyone is asked to make their reser­ vations before April 15. On the day of the trip, ACTION-ADS WANTED: Tree work and clean up. 852-9090 Nashville. # #5$ Maple Valley School — Vermontville Area **“5$ 1985-86 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION <«* *• <* <« • The State no longer requires a school census to be taken, therefore, we are in need of assistance in obtaining information for our Fall enrollment. If you have a child who will be five years of age on or before December 1, 1985, please comply with the following: 1. Complete the information below and return it to William Christensen, Maplewood Elementary School or call the Maplewood office (726-0600). 2. If you have friends or relatives living in the Maple Valley - Vermontville area who have children of Kindergarten age, please urge them to contact the Maplewood School to supply us with the information noted below. 3. Please return this information to Maplewood School, as soon as possible. Shortly after receiving this information from you, we will send you a packet of Kindergarten enrollment forms to be completed by parents and physician. CHILD'S NAME BIRTHDATE (Last) Father's Name (First) Phone. Mother's Name Address C i ty This past year, the association has loaned out more than $150 million to its 3200 plus farmer-members in this 8(4 county area. This money has provided for short-term agricultural credit for crop productions, equipment purchases, and farm improvements. In addition, the association makes available credit life insurance, hail insurance, all-risk crop insurance, disability insurance, Agrifax (farm record keeping ser­ vice), income tax service, and leasing to its members. Officers and directors of the association are: Anthony Thelen, chairman and director, of Pewamo; Ted L. Harms, vice chairman and director, of Vermontville; Douglas L. Witt, director of St. Johns; C. Bruce Russell, director of Fowlerville; Ronald Hamlin, director of Webberville; William D. Henquinet, president of Mason; Larry A. Ackerson, vice president, of Mason; and Philip E. Higbee, vice president of Vermontville. Zi p lunch will be served early at the Hastings Nutrition Site. If you wish, arrangements for a meal can be made when you call in your reservation for the trip. Please call 948-8061 for tickets or further in­ formation. Maple Valley FFA attends soil conservation meeting T The Thornapple-Grand Soil Conservation District’s 39th Annual Meeting and Dinner was held March 14 in Charlotte, MI. Mrs. Szydzik, FFA Treasurer: Kristie Hosey and FFA Secretary Paula Ulrich attended the event last Thursday. “I wanted the two FFA members to see what a business meeting of a community organization would be like so perhaps they could use some of the information in their own chapter,” says Szydzik. The agenda included dinner, a speaker: Clayton Klein of Klein Fertilizer Company in Fowlerville who is an adventurer and author of many publications, the business meeting, presen- tation of awards and recognition of various groups present. It was a very successful, informative and exciting experience for those representing the Maple Valley FFA Chapter. 4-Hers to roller skate For a fun-filled evening on Thursday, March 21, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., come to Adam’s Skating Center, 1069 Lansing Road, Charlotte. The entire family is invited as well as friends. This is the last 4-H Family Roller Skating Night until October. Cost is $1.50 with skates, $2.25 without skates. More than 75 persons participated in the February skate. THANK YOU to all the merchants in Nashville who made donations for the door prizes and special thanks to Nashville VFW and Party Down for making our benefit dance a success. Sincerely, Nashville Ambulance Service Crew �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1985 — Page 6' Look at special education programs by Bill Christensen, Coor­ dinator of Special Education Federal and State laws require all school districts to provide a continuum of special education programs and services to meet the needs of all handicapped children from birth to their 26th birthday. Maple Valley works in close cooperation with Eaton Intermediate School District to provide these required services. In cases where there are large numbers of children with a similar handicap at one location, the needed program is offered within the local school district. In cases where there are low numbers of children with a given handicap, these children are transported to a central location where a program is offered for children from several districts. Within our district we provide a speech therapist and operate seven special education classrooms, three at the elementary level and four at the secondary level. These classrooms serve children with an emotional impairment, a mental im­ is at 97 percent of maximum. Maple Valley is required to pairment, or a learning disability. Students are furnish transportation for placed in a special education children when the needed program when they have program is not available been found eligible and when within our district. In most there has been a meeting cases, that means tran­ with parents and involved sporting the students to staff to plan the best Charlotte. These programs are more program for that child. Four of the seven classrooms are expensive to operate than at their maximum load, the general education programs. other three vary from 78 to 92 At one time, the state was percent of maximum load. scheduled to reimburse 75 The speech therapist’s load percent of the extra cost of Maplewood 'honor roll' announced 4TH GRADE B Average - Lentz Becraft, Kyle Booher, Matt Bowen, Jessica Faj nor, Steve Hopkins, Julie Huckendubler, Donald Kerby, Grant Simpson, Susan Simpson, Aaron Smi.th, Mark Trowbridge, Paula Wood­ worth, Bryan Carpenter, Lori Carpenter, Chris Cooley, Scott English, Jason Epler, Lori Keedy, Carl Mazurek, Kevin Wadkins. 5TH GRADE All A’s - Mickey Collier, Eajtcr SPECIALS Make your own Easter Baskel from the Following Specials: • Candy Koto Waffers • Choco Light, Coco Dark & Colors *2” lb. Mixed *2*° lb. Appolo Easter Molds ..*1” ea. Second One............... .......... 80c Easter Baskets.......... 79' & up Easter Grass 50‘ bag Easter Boxes Easter Baskets and Candy made to order Call by April 3rd Cake Supplies such special education programs and the Eaton Intermediate District to pick up the other 25 percent of extra cost. At this time, the Intermediate continues to pay their 25 percent from voted special education millage. However, the latest figures from the state show they are only funding 22 percent of the added cost, with Maple Valley then paying the difference from general funds. FREE Idea Easter Book 517-726*0652 Sweet and How Good 650 S. Main, Vermontville Leigh Stine, Dianna Mahoney, Chris Musser, Dawn Root, Darrel Stine, Jacob Williams. B Average Michelle Baker, Dawn Brand, Jason Byington, Shelly Cobb, Tricia Gibson, Rebecca Jensen, David Lingholm, Jami Mishler, Matt Nehmer, Aaron Patrick, Kirk Warner, Shawn Weicht, Matt Gates, Holli Hale, Jeff Knoll, Jeremy Sampson, Dayton Walker, Jason Carpenter, Maria Conklin, Brian Dennis, Connie Dickinson, Kelly Endsley, Brice Hasselback, Patricia Hill, Vicky Koch, Jeremy Reynolds, Amanda Rugg, Heather Wright, Vikki Slocum. 6TH GRADE All A’s - Debra Joostberns, Dawn Othmer, Jenny Spring enrichment classes to start here next month Several enrichment classes are being planned for spring by the Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education. These classes begin the week of April 15th. Some of the classes to be offered are Candlewicking, Basketweaving, Cake Decorating, Osbernational Astronomy, Gardening. If you have a hobby you wtould like to share with those in the Community please call the Community Education office in the high school at 852-9275. There will also be more one evening seminars in April and May. The films on cancer that were to be shown on April 16, are not longer 028 STIHL Wood Boss Advanced Design for Serious Cutting Quickstop* available. 0 SHHL Excellent for major firewood cutting or limbing operations. Easy to handle and quick to start. Requires little maintenance. You can own the Wood Boss for the price off a !IHa > L re9ular re/9nuAHSAsaw. HRVDIWLLAERE See it today. NUMBER ONE WORLDWIDE ) U^\_ Swartz, Niel Williams, Brent Haag, Jody Olmstead, Tina Yost, Amy Rasey. B Average - Derek Brown, Scott Casteele, Dana Cole, Debbie Hallock, Kirk MacKenzie, Marc Nehmer, Willis Rugg, Angela Shook, Andy True, Dana Adkins, Beth Ewing, Mike Gusey, Matt Heinze, Jason Hoefler, Tracy Kill, Helena Lehman, Nathan Lindsey, Mike Martin, Jeff Moore, Kayli Orman, Polly Sayles, Sarah Simpson, Tara Smith, Tina Abbot, Robin Aiken, Becky Carroll, Tressa Carter, Dan Franks, Scott Gar vie, Travis Hokanson, Jeff Laverty, Angie Madison, Michelle McClure, Tonia Murine, Terry Platte, Billjack Reynolds, Andrea Ward, Nikki Wood. sportir? J ( c?°“/ 105 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE PHONE 852-0713 available. In places of these, two others will be shown. One on Fitness and the second one deals with high blood pressure. A one evening class on Catering will be taught by Mona Ellard from Eaton County Extension office. This class would be helpful if you have a wedding or Graduation coming up. The class will be held Monday, April 29th at 7 p.m. To register for the classes call 852-9275. School Board nominating petitions are available— Nominating petitions may be obtained at the office of the superintendent of schools by anyone interested in being a candidate for a position on the Maple Valley Board of Education. Nominating petitions must be filed with the secretary, board of education, not later than 4 p.m. Monday, April 8. Any candidate filing a nominating petition may withdraw only by filing written notice of withdrawal, signed by the candidate, with the secretary or his designee not later than 4 p.m. Thur­ sday, April 11. Two four-year terms of Wayne Cogswell and Dale Ossenheimer, Jr. expire June 30, 1985. LeRoy Sleeper was appointed to the board of education through June 30, 1985. Therefore, a one-year term is open through June 30, 1986. Public Act 322 passed during the 1984 legislature session requires affidavits of identity for all candidates filing nominating petitions in a fourth class registration school district such as Maple Valley. General School REPORT by Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff The Maple Valley Schools in compliance with federal guidelines have completed inspections of school buildings housing students regarding the presence of friable asbestos materials in the various school buildings. The inspections were completed by a representative of Trust Thermal Systems. An inspection was done in March, 1983 and another inspection was completed on January 11, 1985. The in­ spection report does not list any friable asbestos con­ taining materials for the Fuller Street Elementary, Kellogg Elementary, or Maplewood Elementary buildings. The only school building housing students where any such materials were found which were actually in a small amount was the auditorium ceiling at the junior-senior high school. The school district has painted this ceiling since the time of construction, and the custodial staff hasn’t found any flaking or dust within the auditorium which might be related to the ceiling. Present federal regulations do not require that asbestos be removed from school buildings. This notice is being made in compliance with federal regulations, and please feel free to contact school per­ sonnel by calling (517) 8529699 if you have any questions regarding this matter. Vocational Education plans open house at Lansing college The Eaton Intermediate School District invites parents and the public to attend a vocational education open house from 5­ 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 at Lansing Community College. In addition to Maple Valley students, students from Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge, Potterville and Dewitt high schools take vocational programs at Lansing Community College. There are currently 14-skill areas where students can receive training and college credits. The open house, on the main floor lobby of the arts and science building, will feature tours through the vocational labs and an op­ portunity to view student projects. The purpose of the event is to show the general public, parents, school board members and employers what kind of classes are being offered and to display examples of the work produced by each class. 4-H softball teams to form Would your 4-H club have members or leaders inin­ terested in forming some softball teams to have some play-offs this summer? Even if you do not have enough members to form a team, there are possibilities of teaming with another club or clubs. There will be a meeting Monday, March 25, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Cooperative Extensi on Office, Charlotte, to discuss the matter in more detail. Please come come if if this possibility interests you. County coordinator is Jane Burt. Order Early! CHICK DAY is April 10th ALL BIRD FEEDS IN-STOCK.................... 20% Off Nashville Co-op Elevator 301 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-0789 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville.- Tuesday, March >9, 1985 — Page 7. *k J'k l Maple Valley Jr. - Sr. High "honor roll" announced ^iK%%j>® SS\ »\ K® ■»S js;iS SixS & ‘y S'^ yK S'^K ‘.5y*J?sS X! hnite ?!“h® w iSS 2y®«J& "^SJJ 7TH GRADE All A’s - Angie Bahs, Dawn Lundquist. Tina Benjamin, Steve Bowen, Kathy Carl, Lisa Carpenter, Cevin Cornish, Mike GormanwApril Haeck, Cindy Hansen, Paula Hansen, Heather Hawkins, Michelle Hoffman, Renee Hoyt, Nicole Kipp, Scott Knoll, Alicia Krebs, Tami Mason, Karol McArthur, Darrin Neff, David Nickel, Kevin Pixley, Heidi Reese, Greg Reid, Brandon Roscoe, Mike Schantz, Tracy Shea, Mickey Shilton, Suzalyn Smith, Lynette Thompson, Ryan Warner. Sth GRADE All A’s - Melissa Barnhart, Sean Bitgood, Ryan Hickey, Karris True, Brenda Valdick, Aaron Walker. Tom Brock, Kim Burdick, Amanda Conner, Amy Cooley, Jim Cushing, Tracey DeGroot, Lesley Dipert, Jennifer Fisher, Greg Flower, Amy Foster, Mike Frisbie, Barbara Furlong, Bill Gatchell, Mark Goodrich, Zandra Gusey, Deanna Hagon, Robert Hill, Naki Histed, Kris Hulsebos, Patty Jarman, Victor Knickerbocker, Kristen Kraai, Kristine Mahoney, Cody Mattson, Darcey McGhan, Kelly Milligan, Mannuel Moreno, Greg Olmstead, Julie Orman, Nick Priddy, Michelle Reid, Jennifer Robotham, Kevin Rockwell, Cindy Rugg, Kylie Ryan, Faith Schilz, Brian Shriver, Angie Smith, Bryan Smith, Cara Spoelstra, Kevin Stewart, Sonya Thompson, Scott Tobias, Stephanie Whitmore, Bobby Wood, Greg Wood, Rachel Wright. 9TH GRADE All A’s - Kim Bahs, Kelly Hoefler, Dan Murphy, Amy Walker. Nicole Bayha, Bill Brenton, Matt Brown, Danielle Burg, Dorothy Butrick, Angel Carpenter, Rob Cook, Lloyd Cooper, Dale Dickinson, Trudy Dingman, Delana Dunn, Sandy Ells, Kevin Engel, Jeff Fisher, Sheri Forell, Eric Haeck, Andy Hallock, Joy Hamilton, Cherry Jarman, Connie Krebs, Jody Landes, Richard Meade, Annette Powers, Ann Rogers, Mike Royal, Michelle Schantz, - Scot Scramlin, Lori Smith, Jodi Spidel, Brian Stall, Rhonda Steinbrecher, James Venton. 10TH GRADE All A’s - David Benit Sissy Adams, Tim Allwardt, Paul Bahs, Kristina Brewer, Jolene Briggs, Robin Brown, Mark Bukoski, Matt Burpee, Keith Bushee, Darla Butrick, Shelley Cardenas, Jessica Coleman, Mitch Collier, Anna Cournaya, Michelle Dickinson, Skeeter Ebersole, Glenn Ewing, Paula Exelby, Andy Finkler, Kari Fraley, Tai Gearhart, Kim Gorodenski, Mike Guthrie, Dan Hale, Carmen Hamilton, Kim Hokanson, Jeff Hudson, Wendy Huemme, Debbie Hull, Denise Jarman, Diane Kane, JoWana Kienutske, Kelly Lantrip, Monte Lindsey, Mike Long, Kristine MacKenzie, Dawn Morawski, Tina Pasch, Andrew Pixley, Kelly Reid, Sherman Reid, Elizabeth Ryan, Tina Schriver, Kim Smith, Beth Starring, Robbie Trowbridge, Isabella Waliczek, Shannan Wood­ worth, Mike Wyble, Chris Youngs. 11TH GRADE All A’s - Melissa Brenton, Stacy Conroy, Polly Cook, Tamara Frith, Brett Ramsy, Carmen Tobias. Jamie Appelman. Donna Ashcraft, Kelly Bach elder, Jim Bryans, Robert Carl, Heather Christie, Matt Coleman, Cassie Davidson, Ann Duffey, Jerry Edgecomb, Jackie Erwin, Debbie Exelby, Jordan Ferrier, Angie Filter, Laura Frisbie, Tim Higdon, Ron Hoyt, Ann Hummel, Connie Kane, Robert Kesler, Carol Lamie, Amy Laverty, Mark Martin, Brendon McCullin, Bob McMillen, Sally Miller, Kerry Nickel, Jill Peake, Mike Siple, Marty Smith, Steve Smith, Debbie Staskus, Greg Tilley, Doug Todd, David Tuckey, Scott Venton, Kevin Wetzel. 12TH GRADE All A’s - Doug Coleman, Dean Hale, Kurt Hartenburg, Gina Lehman, Dan Lykins. 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Wednesday, March 27 Cold plate (meat, cheese, egg, crackers, celery and carrot sticks, pickles), peas, peaches, toasted bun; Thursday, March 28 Pizza, baked beans, pears. Friday, March 29 Macaroni and cheese dr chef salad, green beans, raisins, peanut butter sandwich. Note: Milk is served with each lunch. Maple Valley School Jr.-Sr. Monday, March 25 Sloppy Jo’s, chips, sweet potatoes, pears, cookie. Tuesday, March 26 Spaghetti, green beans, peaches, roll and butter. Wednesday, March 27 Hot dogs, French fries, peas, cherry crisp. Thursday, March 28 Pizza buns, corn, ap­ plesauce. Friday, March 29 Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, Tri-Taters, green beans, apple. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. co-nn "The Mirrors Image'" -JLiie hillolz iiuaae.. Maple Valley Schools Maplewood School lunch Monday, March 25 Pizza, green beans, pickles, fruit, Jello Pops. Tuesday, March 26 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, peaches. 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Michigan National Banks We give you more money for your money. Affiliate of Michipa Ratiooal Corporate with assets ii oxcoss of 5 hillioo Members FDIC - Deposits ere insured up to *100,000 by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation S CONVENIENT OFFICES TO SERVE YOU * Charlotte * Charlotte Plaza ★ Pettenrille •lonaeetville -wNastiage �Th* Mople Valley Newt. Nathville, Tuewloy. March 19,1985 — Page 8 Children urged to be wary of strangers Smart-thinking lad avoids ploy By Shelly Sulser Many Nashville elementary students returned home from school Wednesday afternoon with a special note from Principal Howard Yost. The note was issued to alert parents of the im­ portance of urging their children to beware of strangers. This action results from a Monday, March 11 incident when a Kellogg Elementary School student returned home and received a telephone call from an unidentified man who falsely informed the boy his mother had been injured in an automobile accident. The man then told the boy that he would take him to his mother if the boy would meet the man at school. “Fortunately, the boy did not go to the school, he went to the neighbors,” which was “smart thinking,” said Superintendent Carroll Wolff in notifying the Maple Valley Board of Education about the incident. Wolff, Nashville Police Chief Gene Koetje, and the Barry County Sheriff’s Department all agree the problem becomes more prevalent during the spring season because, said Sgt. Gerald Smith, “more people are out and about.” “It seems that this time of the year, there is suspicious activity,” Koetje said, ad­ ding that “someone will try and pick up someone and then we never hear any more. It’s like a shot in the dark,” he said. “It’s not a constant thing,” making it difficult to locate suspects. As a result of the warmer season bringing about such incidences, Koetje conducts a ‘don’t go with strangers’ program each spring in the local nursery school, using a film called “Winnie the Pooh on the Way to School,” and other tools to stress the importance of the matter. But, Koetje says, “we want to inform without scaring anyone. We just want people to be aware and take precautions. “We’d like to tell kids to be wary of suspicious people, suspicious vehicles and phone calls,” Koetje said. “People who do sex crimes will use the "phone, so the kids should be told not to go and meet with anyone.” “You should never reveal that you are home by yourself,” says Sgt. Smith, of the Barry County Sheriff Department. “Answer questions with questions. If they want to know if your mom is home, ask them who they are. If it is an obscene call, hangup, take note of the time, and contact your parents or someone you know,” Smith advises. “Be cautious.” The Michigan State police has traced several suspicious collect calls to inmates at Jackson prison. In those collect calls, the caller identified himself as the homeowner or resident and asked to speak to someone at the residence being phoned. But a spokesman said the department does not Teel Nashville’s March 11 in- cident is related. However, some of the calls from the prison were made to Nash­ ville, as well as Delton, Lake Odessa and Lansing. Maplewood Principal Bill Christensen also took action, having each classroom teacher warn students to be aware. At the Jr.-Sr. high school, secretaries are taking precautions by screening incoming calls. The Nasvhille Christian Academy says making children aware of suspicious people is an on-going thing. “We make it a special point to tell the kids not to go with strangers,” says teacher’s aide Connie Voyles. Barry County Seriff Dave Wood makes an annual visit to the Maple Valley schools to present a drug awareness program, also stressing the importance of being wary of unknown persons. Wood is scheduled to speak to Maple Valley seventh graders March 19 and 20 at the jr.-sr. high school. Band will be featured at seniors program on Thursday Maple Valley area Senior Citizens will meet Thursday, March 21 at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School at 12:45 p.m. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. and costs $1.30. Following lunch the high Irene’s Beauty Shop • 852-9107 direction of Dennis Van derhoef will present the Wolff informed those present of a Monday incident Superintendent Leon Frith where an unidentified 9that the school was un­ year-old Nashville boy, upon dercharged for a portion of returning home from school, last year after the one-inch received a call from a sewer lines were changed to strange man. The man two-inch lines. falsely told the boy his In discussing the future of mother had been in an ac­ special education classes at cident and that if the boy Maple Valley, Wolff reported would go to the school, he new government regulations would take the boy to his would force Maple Valley to mother. hire three, maybe four hew Wolff said, “Fortunately, staffmembers. More room is the boy did not go to the needed for the special school, but he got scared and education students, said went to. his neighbors’,” Maplewood Principal Bill which Wolff called “smart Christensen who also noted thinking.” the enrollment in the class Wolff explained that has grown since the last because of the incident board meeting. Principal Howard Yost sent Wolff noted three board notes home with the Kellogg seats will expire on June 30, and Fuller school students, with the April election asking parents to warn their planned to fill them. children to be cautious of The community attitude strangers. survey is continuing, after Wolff also advised that if being delayed by school anyone knows anything closings and because more about the incident, they time was needed than was should contact silent ob­ originally estimated. The server or Nashville Police board hopes to have the Chief Gene Koetje. summary report by April 8. The board agreed to Some school officials plan Athletic Director Larry to attend a Department of Lenz’s coaching recom­ Education millage workshop mendations for spring on Wednesday, March 20 at sports. They are: Boys high the Allegan Intermediate school track, Chuck Reid; School District in Allegan. Girls high school track, Gary The LCC Vocational open Hamilton Jr; High track, house is set for Wenesday Roger Trowbridge; high March 27, involving students school varsity baseball, from the five high school Larry Lenz; high school jr. districts within Eaton varsity baseball, Guenther County. Wolff said he would Mittelstaedt; and high like to see parent attendance school varsity girls softball, improved, because past Chris Ricketts. The high Maple Valley attendance has school jr. varsity softball not been good, he said. team may not exist this year Also as a part of the unless more girls sign up. If Superintendent’s report, there are not enough for a Wolff said the Lion team, interested girls may basketball team should take try out for the varsity team. pride in the efforts they The board agreed to let the displayed at the regional student council proceed with match against Kalamazoo the purchase of a new school Christian Tuesday night. clock system, paid for by “Our kids made a good funds earned through the showing and they did as well noon hour Hostess program. as could be expected,” Wolff They will be purchased from said. “Our boys, even though the Simplex company, for they lost, were true sport­ $2,111, with a money back smen.” guarantee. High School Principal New stage curtains will Burr Hartenburg reported also be purchased by the that exterminators, at a cost student council. The board of $200, treated the wood agreed to a recommendation shop projects that were by Hartenburg to purchase returned because they them from McDonald’s in contained powder post Lansing at $2,475. There will beetles. The Paxton Lumber be new front and back Co., where the wood was curtains which are expected obtained from, agreed to pay to be in place by the first the extermination fee. week of May. School board, continued program. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 852-9275. Ifyou have had a birthday during the month of March, indicate this when you make your reservations. Senior Citizens may also receive assistance in filling out the Homestead Property Tax Credit and Home Heating Credit forms on Thursday, March 21 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The Maple Valley-Lakewood Com­ munity Education -staff will be offering this assistance in the Community Education office in the High School. If you want further in­ formation on this, call 852­ 9275. ACTION-ADS FISH FOR STOCKING: Ponds^ lakes and streams. Orders being taken now for spring, summer and fall deliveries. Rainbow trout, giant hybrid bluegills. (These ‘Gills can grow to a pound and over.) Channel catfish, bass, walleye, perch. Laggis’ Fish Farm, Inc. Gobles, Michigan. Phone (616) 628-2056 days or (616) 624-6215 evenings. I Tuesday, April 16 Maple Valley High School STOP-SMOKING CLINIC 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Fee ’30.00 WEIGHT CONTROL CLINIC 8:30 -10:30 p.m. Fee... *30.00 To register... Call Maple Valley/ Lakewood Community Education 852-9275 Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy �£<M J'w * JW Ww SJS*W SSJRS» JwiS » 'sj'S sjS l|?S SS» » %^x 55Sak'^H.nnSieJJjtfi Sjtafi ttakHie JSh .Q ^ji **¥& *k¥ & r’l<J ^«n&SJ J>5 for*1 f’or*1 W»aj ’>j.w( 'J•?11i<<kl' *'J? ftkl'’^ *• ift * khS ***£ *"*a 'ikifffeci^hJ^?SiAft *fiJS 2EES JSg W tabIII «*8 fcSrtl*** RUliill! m m The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1985 — Page 9 Powerful K'zoo Christian downs Maple Valley, 81 -69 Maple Valley ended their basketball season on Tuesday by bowing out of tournament play at the Watervliet regional by losing to number two ranked Kalamazoo Christian 81-69. Kalamazoo went on to capture the regional crown by beating Fennville on Saturday night. The Comets dwarfed the Lions on the opening tip off and proceeded to score the first six points. But Valley refused to be intimidated and retaliated with 8 of their own and announced to Kalamazoo that it wasn’t going to be easy. The Lions trailed 16-14 at the close of the first quarter. The Lions lost' control briefly in the second quarter and were outscored 16-4 and trailed 35-27 before Over 130 attend local scout party Last week, Girl Scouts from Sunfield, Vermontville, and Nashville got together for a roller skating party to celebrate the March 12 Girl Scout birthday. Over 130 scouts, parents, brothers, and leaders en­ joyed a two-hour skating party at Thornapple Roller Rink that has become a tradition with, the Ver­ montville Girl Scouts. An international taster’s tea was the source of some interesting new foods for everyone to sample. There were cookies from Italy, Denmark, and Holland; candies from Arabia and Holland; bread from Syria; cheese from Italy; fresh vegetable salad from Italy; bread from Germany; and Sports narrowing the gap to 35-27 at their determination and the half. teamwork. Kalamazoo hit 31 The Lions were outscored field goals and Valley 30. The 18-14 in the third period and Comets added 19 of 24 free Christian’s 6’9” J.P. throws while the Lions Oosterbaan of Kalamazoo connected on 9 of 18. scored 30 points while Jeff The season ended with a Hamilton of Maple Valley, a 17-7 mark — the most vic­ foot shorter, netted 29 and tories ever recorded by a dished out 10 assists. varsity Maple Valley Gary Reid tallied 6 points, basketball team. 5 assists and 3 steals. Shan Ferrier and Kurt Hartenburg had 3 points each Drain maintenance and Terry Hall tipped in a meet reset for April 23 bucket for 2 points. Veimontville firefighters The Lions kept the Comets The Drain Maintenance working hard all night and meeting orginally scheduled attend training session are to be congratulated for for March 28th has been Fireman Roger L. Corey, rescheduled for April 23, Fireman Harold O’Dell, and according to Roger Betz, Fireman-EMT Darwin Trout cooking entries being sought Extension Agricultural Alldaffer of Vermontville Agent. Township Fire Dept, The weather is turning ingredient, rainbow trout, Water drainage is towards spring and many of must be submitted by July essential for all residents of recently attended the FMC Fire Apparatus Division’s you have been dusting off the 15, 1985. Eaton County. Field tile Operation andMaintenance golf clubs and re-stringing Three finalists will be systems and open ditches the fishing gear, in ready selected from the recipes require certain kinds of School in Tipton, Indiana. Certificates for the two anticipation. If your family received. Finalists will routine maintenance in enjoys catching and eating receive an all-expense paid order for the system to day course were awarded trout, there is a special trip to Sun Valley, Idaho, for function properly for several based on classroom and field contest just for you. the “cook-off” during Oc­ years. The Soil Conservation exercises.. Basic and ad­ A National Rainbow Trout tober, 1985. In addition, the Service and the Cooperative vanced operation and Cooking Contest is being first place finisher will Extension Service are maintenance of fire ap­ sponsored by the National receive $1,500, the second teaming up to provide paratus are taught in the providing the Marine Fisheries Service. place winner will get $1,000 educational information for school, The contest is open to all and $500 will go to the third farmers who wish to learn knowledge to effectively residents in the United place winner. There are how to keep their drainage operate an FMC fire truck and also giving important States and contest rules are additional merchandise systems working properly. maintenance information available at the Eaton prizes as well. The event will be held at that applies to both new FMC For more information County Cooperative Ex­ Kardel Hall on the trucks and fire trucks the tension Office. A recipe that contact Mona Ellard at 543­ Fairgrounds in Charlotte department currently has in includes as its many 2310 or 372-5594. April 23 at 7:30 p.m. service. nachos, and chips and dip from Mexico. Most of those countries also have Girl Scouts or Girl Guides. Girl Scouts representing each of Vermontville's troops watch — as Mayor Sue Villaneuva signs the proclamation in celebration of Girl Scout week March 11-16. From left are: Stacy Hawblitz, Tami Mason, Sue Villaneuva, Paula Woodworth, Michelle Dickenson, and Robin Hale. . 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OcMbW £292207 Main St., Nashville 0 COLOR COPY NEGATIVE $359 HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday PH.8S2-084S PAPER for a Good Look 032085 PH. 852-0845 PHOTO CENTER IF YOU’VE LOST THE NEG TO A PRINT OR HAVE A PRINT AND DON'T KNOW WHO HAS THE ORIGINAL NEG. BRING THE PRINT TO US. TAPE COUPON TO ENVELOPE. EXPIRES 3-31-85. �Th* Maple NtilUy tUAi.'Noshvflt*. fugstfoy: MbcdHt. <*« —M* «>' 1836-1936 Vermontville, 100 years of local history L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin PART VII Personal incidents such as those previously given were numerous but space forbids recounting many that would prove interesting. By the year 1840, all the colonists had taken up their residence in their new homes, a school had been started and church organized. As the years passed, families cleared their land and began to have such comforts as were possible in a pioneer country. Other settlers moved in as a result of the enlarging church, school and social life, unusual in other localities. The Academy, opened in 1843, added prestige to Vermontville for a recognition of its worth as an educational center was not strictly local but attracted earnest students from a wide area. Among those enrolled were many who, in later years, won recognition for themselves in various lines of activity and carried the name of Vermontville far beyond its borders. We might name a few of these: Mr. Frank Davis, a civil engineer, who was connected with the railroad construction which opened the great northwest, and also built the first railroad over by Juliette the Andes Mountains in South America; Hon. Ed­ ward W. Barber who filled many political offices in the county and state, later serving as reading clerk of the national House of Representatives, 1864, supervisor of Internal Revenue for Michigan and Wisconsin, and in 1873, third assistant postmaster general. In' later life he became editor ofthe Jackson Patriot and a writer of note; Edward Church was head of the School for the Blind at Lansing for a term of years. Dr. Joseph B. Griswold, for years a prominent physician of Grand Rapids, who was ejected to a number of of­ fices in connection with medical organizations and an active worker in the Loyal Legion and G. A. R. Frank Kedzie was another who with his father, was associated with Michigan State College at Lansing for many years, and at a recent date as its president for a time. Judge Clement Smith, for many years circuitjudge for Eaton and Barry counties, was also an early student. There were others equally prominent. The Academy also attracted fine young people of education and ideals into its teaching faculty and until the late ’60s when the Union School was built and opened, its influence was wide and potent. With the passing of years, WS Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. 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Olivet College was founded in 1844 and its courses of higher study attracted Vermontville students along with those from other places, and its special events, concerts, commencements were often attended, although the round trip of 36 miles was accomplished often with difficulty. The year of 1852 witnessed the publication of “Uncle Tom’s Cabin”, the volume which stirred the whole country and exerted a supreme influence on the trend of national events, leading eventually to the Civil War and freeing of the slaves. The first copy of the book was given to the wife of Dr. Robert Kedzie a short time after its publication, by an Oberlin friend, and after its perusal by the family, was started on a “loan-trip” that lasted more than two years. Its poignant, heartbreaking pages won men to the Anti­ Slavery movement everywhere and it has been called the “gospel” of that dispension. The diary of Henry J. Martin kept in extreme detail from 1859 to 1870, is a veritable local history of those critical, stirring years, covering as it does records of a widely varied character. By this time Vermontville had become a trading point for a large territory, so general business was good. Roads were improved, a local post office gave closer communication with the outside world, and population showed a large Mater’ RAPID OIL & TIRE All Season Glass Radials Copper Pro 70 225-70R-15 Raised White Letter LUBE, OIL & FILTER Includes up to 5 qts. major brand oil, lubrication of front end. Check air presl sure and all fluid level. *14 t d MOSTU.S.CARS AND TRUCKS NEW and USED TIRES 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE Can . 852-1948 increase. Vermontville has always been known as a “musical town” and a genuine love of music based the early singing schools, kept a large choir rehearsing under the direction of Dr. Almon Thompson, a successful physician of the community and a fine tenor singer, and organized a band with such a favorable reputation that it was engaged one year, for the sum of $30, to furnish the music for a joint Fourth of July celebration held by Lyons and Muir. The jour­ ney, made by horse and lumber wagon, took three days: July 3, to go, July 4, to help in the celebration and July 5, to return. This is a considerable contrast to present day travel by automobile when one can drive to. Lyons and back in two hours on a Sunday af­ ternoon. Little groups of young music lovers met often in the evening for a “sing” and to judge by an oft repeated statement in the diary there was but one portable musical instrument of any size in the village — a melodeon kept in the home of Willard Davis. This officiated at funerals, church services and “exercises”, “Went to Davis’, for the melodeon”, “Took the melodeon home to Davises” are frequent diary entries. It may be of interest to state that this instrument, so long in later years doing duty in the Chapel was, at last, sent to Dakota for the use of a little group who moved there in the ’80s and was destroyed ina fire which took the home where it was stored. In 1870, the Grand River Valley Railroad from Jackson to Grand Rapids was built through Ver­ montville and opened for traffic. This was a milestone in our local history and may perhaps be called the beginning of a more modern chronicle. The previous 34 years had seen a gradual transformation of the village. Scarcely a log cabin was left. They had been succeeded by substantial structures of frame or brick, many of them housing contents which combined usefulness with beauty, or even elegance. In this day, with its rage for “antiques”, what a store of treasures would be discovered if those homes were intact! Alas! When things “wore out”, they were thrown on the rubbush pile or split up for kindling; considered as valueless. However, even in the ’70s, earlier ideas as to Sabbath observance still held sway, and it is within the writer’s recollection that except for church services, a complete silence covered the place. “A walk on Sunday ” in town was not thought of. Seclusion and Sabbath reading were the rule. My father, H. J. Martin, had a great love for nature, especially the deep wood, and in his diary he occasionally speaks of wan­ dering by himself as a young man through the forest bn Sunday afternoon. He was, however, so sensitive to public opinion that he felt he “might be committing a sin!” “Times have changed, and we have changed with them!” Vermontville news by Ava Kroger by Ava Kroger “Pippa’s Song” by Robert Browning The year’s at the Spring, And day’s at the morn; Morning’s at seven; The Hillside’s dew pearled; The lark’s on the wing; The snail’s on the thorn; God’s in his heaven — All’s right with the world. Coming Events — : Thursday, March 21 -7:15 p.m. A lenten service at the United Methodist Church. Thursday, March 28 Historical Society Potluck and Program by Hessel and Madelyn Forest on “Australian Travels” at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church. Sunday, March 31 - Palm Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict accompanied by Mrs. Sunil Das of Ann Arbor went Thursday to Ft. Dix, N.J. where they attended basic training graduation exercises Friday morning. Brenda Benedict was one of the graduates. They arrived home early Saturday. Terry Benedict and Maurene Kanowski of Troy spent the weekend at Harold Benedicts. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Wilcox of Sunfield helped with the syrup business on Saturday, and a group of friends and relatives of Rev. and Mrs. Glen Litchfield watched proceedings at the sugar shangy and had a “sugaring off.” Mr. and Mrs. Chris King Jr. of E. Lansing are an­ nouncing the birth of a baby girl on Saturday March 9 at Sparrow Hospital. She is named Alexandra Robin. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Halliwell received word last week that the adoption of their son Timothy is com­ pleted. Mr. Mike Bemis of Kelly Hwy. is still in the hospital suffering from his injuries and the death of his wife. Mr. and Mrs. (Tracey) Brian Hummell of East Lansing spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Elon Baker and Jeremy. Members of the Van Blarcom family received word that Mr. Kenneth Van Blarcom of Lady Lake, Florida suffered a stroke last week and will have surgery Monday at a Leesburg Hospital. Guests of Rev. and Mrs. Glenn Litchfield on Saturday were Dorie’s sister Chris Laitner, Barb Boxwell from Midland, Gardiner and Nancy Perry of Royal Oak, Ruth Brandau and Margaret of Davisburg, Sandy and Gary Williams and family of Novi, Tom and B.J. Nuenfeldt and family of River­ dale, Phil, Bev and Jeff Winston of Williamston, Fred and Dorothy Laitner, Fran and Vai Lau of East Lansing. They had an in depth discussion on “The Pilgrimage” by Dr. George Dale A luncheon and a trip to the Bene Vista Farms where Harold, Edith, Lorraine and Brian taught the city slickers where syrup really comes from. A great time was had by all, especially when they “sugared off” Glenn’s favorite sport The people were friends of Dorie’s in her growing up days in Detroit, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Siple and Mr. Ben Ommen returned over the weekend from their two weeks in Europe. They report a wonderful trip and especially praised their tour director. The Florida tourists arrived home after 16 days of beautiful weather to find snow, ice and high winds here on March 4. Hundreds of acres of citrus fruit trees were killed by the severe Florida winter. Most oranges for sale were from California. Grapefruit was $9 a half bushel. Tourism was way down. Almost every motel in Daytona Beach had a vacancy sign. Mrs. Firster attended the funeral of Phillip Wolcott in Charlotte Saturday. Phillip was a Nashville graduate — Class of 1960. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Moore and daughter are spending a few days in Florida visiting Mr. and Mrs. Keith Moore of Nokomis. Mrs. Myrtle Woodruff and Mrs. Greta Firster attended a baby shower in Billings for Mrs. Karla Brushaber. They spent the night with Mr. and Mrs. Orley Brushaber. Sorry to hear that Mrs. William Harmon of Nash­ ville, formerly of Ver­ montville, fell and broke her wrist last week. She broke her ankle last fall and that has not completely healed. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads Food Sale Bedford Auction Saturday, March 23 Beginning at ...4 P.M. Seafood, meats, vegetables, fruits, canned and frozen plus more. Friday Nite sales at 7 pm e take consignments Bedford Auction, M-37 Phone.. 968-5178 �Jim’s Electric Maple Valley * LAWN & GARDEN S Owned and Operated by Jim Jones God Mixed LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR •Residential •Industrial • Farm • Commercial NASHVILLE 852-1783 Mace Pharmacy 207 N. MAIN NASHVILLE • SALES & SERVICE » ALL MAKES r-WE FIX ALL MAKES & MODELS — The Spring Palette with Exquisite Pastels Right the first time phone . .726-0133 _ JEFF FRAYER Snapper Echo Comer of Nashville Hwv. & Arbor Rd.. Vermontville Cooper Upholstery Large Selection ofUpholstery Fabrics Available 852-0845 — 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE — HOURS: Monday thru Saturday NASHVILLE • 852-1764 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST HOMETOWN! LUMBER YARD Only one life—will soon bepastf Only what * tlone for Quist will last. “n 219 S. State St. JACK & JUDY QUANTRELL. Owners 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Vermontville Hardware 131 S. MAIN STREET vFor all your hardware needs." 726-1121 Furlong Hunting SALES & SERVICE 140 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Michigan hen the patches of snow have all melted away With the end of the cold winter gale, Then the sun will ascend on a warmer new day When the balmier breezes prevail. As the blossoms emerge from the buds all around And the birds with their chorus arrive, All the color and fragrance and beautiful sound Make us thankful for being alive. When we learn about God we begin to revere All the blessings His promise will bring; While enjoying the loveliest time of the year When the earth comes to life in the spring. Trowbridge Service - AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 REALTOR' — Gloria Nowak FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Also... 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LYNN WAGNER CHURCH OFTHENAZARENE Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOAAAS VOYLES MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (’/, mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) . Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Au.Mn.a Syercviocoe... 11 a.m. Wednesday: P.M. Service. . 7 p.m. AWANA 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller uer St., t., Nashville asv e PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 PH: 852-1551 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHS Au.Mnd.a Sy eSrcvhiocoel.. .9.: 4115 a a..mm.. 203 N. State, Nashville Sat. Mass Sun. Mass P.M. Service Wed. Service. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Church a.m. urc School coo ..11 .. a.m. Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship 7 p.m. C(N(Nursery huurrcsherWy oCCare rasrheipAAvailable) .v a11ilaab.lme) Thursday Night: Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. .PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe Wednesday Evening: . 9:30 a.m. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Gresham and Mulliken Highways at 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. LEON POHL REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Mople Volley fcews, AtosKvifle. Tuesdoy. N^orch 19 . F9B5 — P6£e 15 MINUTES OF PUBLIC HEARING Castleton Township Board The regular meeting of the Castleton Township Board was held March 6, 1985 at 8:00 p.m. at the township hall. Present: G. Godbey, L. Pixley, J. Cooley & S. Bishop. Absent: N. Rasey. Also present Dan Wilson form Mickle Ins. Agency. Minutes of the February meeting were approved as read. Wilson presented proposed insurance coverages & costs, no decision was made. Treasurer's report: General Fund $32,714.86; Fire Voted $31,648.23; Ambulance Voted $12,363.74; Township Improvement $61,164.67; Federal Revenue $6,853.71. Bill*: Postmaster......................... 33.00 J.W. Cooley.................. 1,248.96 Sharon Bishop 774.00 Loretta Pixley...................749.04 Nelson Rasey 162.50 Glenn Godbey................ 162.50 150.64 Consumers Power Ml. Bell ................................. 28.20 Village lageof ofNashville Nashville........ 15.53 ST. of Ml. Social Security 493.52 Comer ico-Fed Taxes ... 571.69 St. of Ml. Income tax..... 374.48 17.19 Doubleday Bro 4 Co S. Bishop.............................. 15.27 Bor ry ville Cemetery 300.00 M.V. News 27.50 Reminder ~ ................... 67.20 C-MG-N Recycle............. 150.00 Postmaster.......................220.00 Jim Jones, recycle elect.249.33 J.W. Cooley........... 39.54 N Rasey, Mileage 27.00 Motion to pay bills made supported and passed. ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ELECTORS OF CASTLETON TOWNSHIP will be held March 30, 1985 at 1:00 p.m. at the Township Hall. Settlement meeting will be March 21, 7:00 p.m. at the township hall. Motion to amend the budget increasing Town­ ship Improvement monies allowed for roads from $43,154.56 to $60,287.67, supported and passed. Motion to amend budget increasing recycle­ transfer appropriation an additional $400.00 re­ ducing the general fund a like amount, suppor­ ted and passed. Motion to amend budget increasing election expenses allowance from $1200.00 to $1800.00 reducing general fund a like amount, suppor­ ted and passed. Motion to adjourn supported and passed. Meeting adjourned 9:52 p.m. Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Sharon Bishop, Clerk MINUTES OF PUBLIC HEARING Held February 28,1985 Village of Nashville A Public Hearing of the Nashville Village Council was called to order February 28, 1985 at 7:12 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville by Presi- dent J. Hughes. Absent: Forrest Babcock and George Frith. Purpose: to discuss proposed use of Federal Revenue Sharing $19,687.00 for 1985 Fiscal year plus $5,120.00 carry over from 1984 fiscal year totaling $24,807.00 in conjunction with the 1985 Annual Budget. Cemetery......................................................... Library ............................................................ . 3,000. MVRDC ............................................................ . 1,500. Local Street Const ..................................... 19,307. Public Hearing recessed at 7:20 p.m. Held February 28,1985 Village of Nashville The Public Hearing of the Nashville Council was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. February 28, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville. Absent: Forrest Babcock and George Frith. Purpose: To consider the transfer of Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate issued to Russell Furlong to David Mace on the property at 211,213 and 215 N. Main Street according to Act 255 P.A. 1978. Discussion Public Hearing recessed at7:12 p.m. Minutes of February 28,1985 Held Regular 1985 Village of Nashville Theregular meeting of the Nashville Council held February 28, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:20 p.m. by Presi­ dent John Hughes.' Absent: Forrest Babcock and George Frith. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Motion by Gerald Kent, supported by Bob Harvey to appoint the Election Board for the March 11 Gen­ eral Election - Marsha Ainslie chairman, Dorothy Betts, Iza Decker and Doria Meehan. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee Supported by Harvey to trans­ fer the Commercial Facility Exemption Certificate issued Nov. 10, 1983 for the property at 211, 213 and 215 N. Main from Russ Furlong to Dave Mace according to Act 255 PA 1978. All Ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Tobias supported by G. Kent to apply to State of Michigan thru Barry County for reim­ bursement of $12,198.34 from the State Disaster fund for damages incurred during the January 1st ice storm and clean up' since. All Ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee supported by Kent to amend water rate ordinance 1-11-79A section 1 for 1st 50,000 gallons from 65' per 1,000 gallons to 80' per 1,000 gallons and over 50,000 gallons from 50' to 65' per 1,000. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by J. Kent supported by Tobias to adopt Revenue Sharing for 1985 $19,687.00 plus 1984 carry over $5,120.00 as follows: Cemetery .......... $1,000 Library .................................... . 3,000 MVRDC ................................... . 1,500 Local Street Const. Fund . 19,307 All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Tobias supported by Chaffee to adopt an Activity Budget for 1985 fiscal year as follows: General Fund ................................................... 299,761.00 Water ...................................................................... 63,000.00 Sewer 182,988.00 Major$ S1t0re0e0t 62,800.00 Local Str,eet < 66,817.00 All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee supported by Tobias to in­ struct the Village Clerk to make Budget Adjustments on the 1984 fiscal year line item bud- ACTION-ADS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NASHVILLE AREA 1985-86 Kindergarten Registration The State no longer requires a school census to be taken, therefore, we are in need of assistance in obtain­ ing information for our fall enrollment. If you have a child who will be five years of age on or before December 1, 1985, please comply with the following: 1. Complete the information below and return it to Howard J Yost Full er St. Office (852-9468). 2. If you have ave friends rensorrea or relatives ves living vng in n the e Maple ape Valley-Nashville a ey-as v earea who have children of kindergarten age, please urge them to contact the Fuller St. School to supply us with the information noted below. 3. Please return this information to Fuller St. School as soon as possible. Shortly after receiving this information from you, we will send you a p packet of kindergarten enrollment forms to be completed by parents and physician. 4. Pre-School Story Hour will begin Monday, March 11, 1985 and will run for five weeks. Onto of Birth Child's Name (last) (first) Parent's Name hone (Father) (Mother) NICE REMODELED TWO STORY HOUSE with a small rental house included on property. Near schools. $43,000 for two houses. Buy direct from owner. (616) 948­ 2298 evenings. (3-19) FOR SALE: Kenmore washer and dryer, works, looks new $250; maple hutch - $100; cherry dressing table - $50; telephone chair $15; deck table - $25. Dave Tuckey 726-1222 Ver­ montville. KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. AU vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO Addres City CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) Zip MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS^.. 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p m. get. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Kent to grant a 20' per hour raise for four DPW Employees and 2 Police Officers and part time office help effective March 1, 1985. Yes Chaffee, Kent, Tobias and Hughes. No. Harvey. Motion carried. Minutes of February 28,1985 Held Regular 1985 Village of Nashville Motion by Kent Kent, supported by Chaffee to increase the pay of the two lowest paid Employees by 20' per hour over and above the 20' granted for the annual pay increase. Beginning March 1, 1985. Yes, Kent, Tobias, Chaffee. No Harvey and Hughes. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee, Supported by Harvey to go in to Executive Session to negotiate Police Wages. All Ayes. Motion carried. Meeting recessed to Executive Session at 8:45 p.m. Returned to regular session at 9:33 p.m. The Village Council would like to thank the Nashville Boy Scouts for clearing the fire hydrants of snow during our recent snowstorm. Motion by Harvey, supported by Tobias to freeze the 20' per hour increase to the Police Depart­ ment until the Police committee returns a recom­ mendation to the Village Council, yes: Tobias, Har­ vey, Kent and Hughes. No: Chaffee. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee, Supported by Harvey to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. .“SAFE STREETS” PLAN TO COMBAT CRIME - Man­ datory minimum sentences for serious crimes and habitual offenders, a “property” tax on controlled substances, and new methods of financing prison construction, are among several proposals contained in a new House-Senate legislative package introduced last week. Called “Safe Streets”, the comprehensive plan also includes provisions for a youth authority to provide work for delinquent young people. “NEW” MOOSE ON THE LOOSE - The Department of Natural Resources reports that the 29 moose moved to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula from Canada in January doing just fine. By the year 2000, the small herd should number 1,000. The DNR reports that nearly all 19 cows are expecting calves this spring. MINORS IN POSSESSION - Michigan minors caught using alcohol or controlled substances would have their operators’ licenses revoked until they reached the age of 19 under legislation being introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. Based on an existing Oregon state law, the bill is aimed at curtailing drug and alcohol abuse among young people. REPEAL OF PRISON OVERCROWDING ACT PROPOSED - Michigan’s Emergency Powers Act, which requires the governor to reduce most prison sentences by 90 days when prison conditions are deemed “overcrowded”, would be repealed if a recently introduced bill, H.B. 4360, becomes law. The bill is being introduced to encourage lawmakers to provide additional funding for badly needed prisons^ MICHIGAN TO RECEIVE FEDERAL FUNDS FOR HIGHWAYS - Michigan’s share of federal interstate high­ way funds has been approved by President Reagan and the state will receive $154.7 million for the current fiscal year which ends September 30,1985. The funds had been delayed since 1984, when disagreements arose between the U.S. House and U.S. Senate. The entire federal appropriation is $7.2 billion. FLEEING MOTORISTS - Legislation has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that would make the act of fleeing or eluding law enforcement officials a felony. The bill would amend state law to make the crime, presently a misdemeanor, a far more serious offense, following the death of two young Michigan motorists who were killed when their car hit a police car in pursuit of a fleeing motorist. Protection of Muskellunge and Northern Pike The Natural Resources Commission, at its August 10, 1984, meeting, under the authority of Act 230, P.A. 1925, as amended, ordered that effective April 1, 1985, through March 31, 1987, all spearing be prohibited, except that carp may be taken with spear May 1 through August 15, on CLEAR, LOWER CROOKED AND THORNAPPLE LAKES, and further ordered that a 30-inch size limit be placed on northern pike in THORNAPPLE LAKE, Barry County.. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19,1985 —Page 13 • Board of Education REGULAR MEETING March 13, 1985 •w XX i(u. (u. ■•siaitij^ ■ *iiiTi tab •*SKiUSp3 fcJMidsrianjii nsnilklHwii ■ .iiisaiws-73 ,,<5» , 3% Present: Hawkins, Baker, Ossenheimer, Sleeper Tobias, Cole and Wolff. Absent: Cogswell. 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by the Presi­ dent. 2. Minutes: Item No. 5. It was the consensus of the board to have clarification regarding considera­ tion for third grade honor roll. This matter has been referred to the curriculum study committee forthe consideration of an honor roll system. Correction on Item No. 9: Mr. Brandenburg's salary was discussed at the meeting jointly with Mr. Hartenburg and the board. Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to approve the February 20, 1985 minutes with the above corrections: Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 3. Bills: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to approve payment from the general fund bills in the amount of $177,055.68. Included in this amount is a loan payment of Michigan National Bank in the amount of $125,000.00. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Ossenheimer, sup­ ported by Tobias to approve transfer of funds from the general fund to the payroll account for the fol­ lowing amounts: February 15, 1985 $110,956.68 March 1, 1985 $108,728.41 Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 5. Communication: A card was read from Carrol and Marge Wolff expressing their appreciation for the planter sent from the board in memory of Louise Wolff. There will be a meeting held by the joint Inter­ mediate Boards of Education of Eaton and Ionia counties March 14, 1985 regarding the transfer of property of Y. Moyer, 9984 Round Lake Road, Vermontville from the Maple Valley Schools dis­ trict to Lakewood District. There will be a hearing March 20, 1985 held by the Eaton Intermediate Board of Education regar­ ding the transfer of property of Patrick and Beverly Day, 3533 West Vermontville Highway, Charlotte, from Maple Valley to Charlotte. Village of Nashville has informed us of an in­ crease in our sewer rates to update meter sizes to be in effect March 1, 1985. Communications: There will be a Vocational Edu­ cation Open House March 27, 1985, to be held at Lansing Community College in Lansing between 5:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., which will involve students from the five high school districts within Eaton In­ termediate. There- will be busses available for students as well as parents to attend the open house. C. Wolff informed the board and public of a nine year old boy receiving a phone call telling the boy his mother had been sent to the hospital and asking the boy to meet him at school. This was a prank call. Mr. Wolff expressed his concern for the safety of children regarding such phone calls. We have received notification from the Depart­ ment of Education stating there is a budget proposal which if passed by congress will consider­ ably reduce reimbursement from the federal hot lunch program. There was a short discussion regarding the total allowable costs for the Special Education programs at Maple Valley. 6. Energy Audit: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to have an energy conserva­ tion audit through the Michigan School Business Officials for our total cost of $1,050. This is a co-pay audit funded by q federal grant. The audit addresses operational, maintenance, safety and possible reprofit recommendations. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 7. Copy Machine: Competitive bids will be presented at the April board meeting. 8. Bus sales and Routing: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Cole to sell three used school buses, 76B. 77A and 75E. These buses will go up for bid. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. There was discussion on the possibility of changing to the double routing bus system versus single which is currently in operation. Gerald AidAid­ rich will complete a detailed analysis on the feasibility of converting to a double routing system. 9. Study Deadline: eadline: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to complete the energy audit (including maintenance update), cur-­ riculum study, bus transportation study and cost effectiveness by January 1, 1986. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 10. Elem. Science Books: The sixth grade teachers are reviewing the possibility of changing to an Earth Science Text to better prepare them for seventh grade science. 11. Spring Sport Coaches: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the follow-­ ing coaches for the spring sports season: Boys H.S. Track ......... Chuck Reid Girls H.S. Track Gary Hamilton J r. H igh Track Roger Trowbridge 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 The second of four 4-H county-wide dog clinics is scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, at the 4-H Building auditorium on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The clinic will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a “canine fun rodeo” demonstration presented by Julie Wolfin from Shiawassee County. Beginning obedience and confprmation and advanced classes will follow at 7 p.m. The clinics are for all 4-H dog project members. A parent or leader should accompany the 4-H’er and all dogs must have their rabies and distemper up-todate. Dogs must have a choke chain and either a leather or nylon leash. • Annual Meeting • Notice is hereby given that the Annual Township Meeting of the Electors of the Town­ ship of Castleton will be held at the Castleton Township Hall, 98 South Main St., Nashville Michigan, beginning at 1:00 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 1985. At such time in addition to other regular business and in accordance with the law, a bud­ get covering proposed expenditures and estimated revenues of the Township will be submitted for consideration. The relationship of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds to the entire budget will also be discussed. 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Obtained during April, the information will be compiled with the help of Data Facts, Knape and Vogt, SD Warren Paper Co., and Spartan Printing and should be ready for use by schools and Ex­ plorer Post sponsors in August, 1985. Information about Ex­ ploring can be obtained through the Council Service Center, 1935 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49505. Phone: (616 ) 363-3828. Castleton Township Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! EWING WELL DRILLING (We service submersible pumps In a cooperative effort with 150 area high schools, the Exploring Division of the West Michigan Shores Council, Boy Scouts of America is in the process of conducting a “career in­ terest” survey with over 25,000 Western Michigan students in the eighth through twelfth grades. Used by schools for “career” counseling, the information is primarily used by the Exploring Division to assist in the developing of new Exploring Posts with special “career” instruction in such varied fields as Communication, Engineering, Fire and Rescue, and Outdoor Ad­ venture. Currently, 42 Posts are active- in Western Michigan. Priorsurveys indicate that Western Michigan’s young people (both male and female) have chosen the fields of Computer Science, Accounting, Law and Counseling, Medicine and Cosmetology as the most popular. “Exploring,” according to Dr. Walter Burt, Council Vice-President Exploring, “is for young adults, male and female, ages 14-20 who are interested in obtaining first-hand knowledge about careers that are of specific interest to them.” Burt adds “Exploring” strives to also provide a well balanced H.S. Varsity Baseball ................ Larry Lenz H.S. Jr. Varsity BaseballGuentherMittelstaedt$990 H.S. Varsity Girls Softball Chris Ricketts $1341 H.S. Jr. Varsity Softball.................. Open Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 12. School Election: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Ossenheimer to call and hold the annual school election of the school electors of the dis­ trict on Monday, June 10, 1985; the polls of elec­ tion to be open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 13. Posting Notices: Motion made by Cole supported by Tobias to appoint Carroll Wolff to post the appropriate notices regarding the school election. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 14. Clock System: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Cole to approve the purchase of the new electronic clock- system (ten clocks) in the Jr.-Sr. High School. The purchase will be made from Simplex for the cost of $2,911, plus $85.00 each clock. The funds are available from the noon hour hostess program. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 15. Curtains: Motion made by Ossenheimer, sup­ ported by Baker to accept a bid from McDonald's in Lansing to purchase new auditorium curtains for the Jr.-Sr. High School in the amount of $2,475. The funds are available from the noon hour hostess program. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. 16. Generator: There was a discussion on ob­ taining an emergency generator system or battery backup system for the Jr.-Sr. High School during power outage. Further details and study findings will be given at a later date. 17. Committee Reports: There were no additional reports from the various committees at this time. 18. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, sup­ ported by Sleeper to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: all. Absent: Cogswell. Motion carried. Time: 9:50 p.m. Paula Cole, Secretary Maple Valley Board of Education These minutes are subject to approval at the April 17, 1985 regular board meeting. Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM Career Explorer survey begins for area * Competitive Prices ★ Full Warranty We now carry “Orbit Satellite TV Gpides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified INSTALLATION • SALES • SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County ' OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30-5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30-9 p.m.; Sat., 9-5 p.m. Phone 945*3517 • Visit our facilities... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant ; �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1985 — Page 14 Attendance down at Maplewood PTO Carnival, but event called successful Hot dogs, sloppy joes, donuts and potato chips fed the hungry crowd at the Maplewood event. The Maplewood PTO carnival Friday drew a smaller crowd than in recent years, but, overall, it was a success. The yearly fundraiser is sponsored by the PTO to provide funds for Maplewood school activities such as granparents day and sixth grade graduation. Last year’s proceeds provided funds for Weekly Readers and field trips as well. The nearly $1,500 dollars earned at Friday’s carnival, with the theme of bears, was obtained from the various games accessible to the young and old, and from the adult and childrens’ raffle. The first prize Commodore 64 Computer was eventually won by Sharon Faust of Vermontville and the first prize Teddy Bear was won by Damon Patrick, also of Vermontville. Hot dogs, sloppy joes, donuts and potato chips were the refreshments of the evening. A new game, the golf putting contest, also was introduced and run by Nancy Pat Dennis displays her art skills on the face of a young carnivalgoer. The face painting was a popular draw. First prize in the raffle was a Commodore 64 Computer, won by Sharon Faust of Vermontville. The Teddy Bear in the childrens’ raffle was won by Damon Patrick, also of Vermontville. Maplewood Secretary Sue Becraft sells tickets for the carnival Friday. • One 9’x7' overhead Fiberglass Door • One Service Door • Color Steel Roof and Sides • 1 Ft. Boxed Overhang Complete Trim Package Materials Only... $2293°° Many other sizes available. We can figure any size building to suit your needs. Qualified Builders Available HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD CASH & CARRY DELIVERING-PLANMING-ESTIMATING-SAVING (Tax not included) Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the frocks Gabriel Priddy, a Maplewood student, enjoys making funny looking faces without the usual pencil and paper, but using the modern means of a computer. and Orvin Moore. The computer games proved to be a favorite and big money earner for the event. The next major project for the Maplewood PTO is the selling of maple saplings at the upcoming Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. They will be available at the school during the arts and crafts exhibition for 50 cents each. WE HAVE EQUIPMENT TO THAW PIPES •New Construction«Service«Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-69961 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville • all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizons M �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 19, 1985 — Page 15 Some facts about state's maple syrup Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director Indian legend says that when the world was new, syrup flowed freely from maple trees. But the Great Spirit decided that anything so good and sweet should not come so easily and has made it hard ever since to collect and process the maple syrup. Maple syrup production was popular with the Indians all over Michigan even before the arrival of the first French explorers. Maple syrup and sugar were items for barter among Indians living along the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River. In the Grayling area, Indians were still making maple syrup until the late 1800s. Indians used crude and time-consuming methods, but they worked! They hollowed out logs and placed the sap inside of them. After heating stones in a fire, they placed them into the logs amid the sap. This process By was repeated until the sap was sufficiently heated to form steam which evaporated to excess water out of the sap, turning it into syrup. Early American settlers improved upon the Indian’s method of processing sap by incorporating wooden buckets and then later on, metal buckets and equip­ ment. Maple syrup had become a major source of sweetening in the United States and reached a peak of 4,132,000 gallons in 1860. Importation of sugar cane after the Civil War, however, caused the decline of maple syrup production because sugar cane was cheaper and more efficient to produce. During World Wars I and II, production increased slightly when sugar cane became in short supply, but it never again reached its peak of the late 1800s. Today, Michigan ranks fifth in the nation for maple syrup production. Syrup Soil District holds meeting The Thornapple-Grand Soil Conservation District held their 39th annual meeting and banquet at the American Legion in Charlotte, Thursday, March 14. Clayton Klein, founder of the Klein Fertilizer Com­ pany, adventurer and author presented a slide-talk on his trips to the far northwest territories of Canada. Six Eaton County students were recognized for their attendance at the Michigan United Conservation Clubs Youth Conservation Camp in the Waterloo Recreation Area near Ann Arbor. The District has arranged to sponsor 116 students to this week long camp over the past 24 years. Those at­ tending this year were: Brian Blonde, Todd Frantz and Adam O’Connell of Charlotte, Greg Sivyer of Mulliken, Sally Harris of Eaton Rapids, and Jeff Drown of Potterville. Vernon Boyles and Victor Nelson were presented with distinguished service awards for the years spent as directors on the board. Don Tirrell, of Charlotte was presented with a distinguished service award for his help with the no-till program. G&W Sales of Lake Odessa were presented the outstanding agri-business award and Jack Tirrell of Charlotte was presented the outstanding conservation farmer award. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Baker were the winners of the Goodyear award for their selection as the Districts outstanding cooperators of 1983. Mr. John Baker was present to accept this award for his son. Duane Tirrell of Carmel Township and Duane Hice of Eaton Township were elected to three year terms of office on the District Board. The meeting con­ cluded with awarding of door prizes. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS March 18-23 - Agriculture and Natural Resource Week (formerly Farmers’ Week), Michigan State University. Program information available at the Extension office. March 20 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. March 21 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Ex­ tension office, Hastings. March 23 - “Mini-College Day”, Marshall. Pre-registration required. March 24-27 - 4-H Capitol Experience, Lansing. March 28 - 4-H Service Club roller skating and meeting, 7 to 9 Maple Valley STANDARD W Valvoline $ OO Oil, 10W40 .......... Ai perQt. — LIMIT6QTS. — Location: Comer M-79 & M-66, Nashville production in the state gives about 700 commercial producers and a number of hobbyists, a gross income of 2.5 to 3 million dollars for producing 90,000 to 100,000 gallons of syrup a year. Michigan has ranked as high as third in some years depending upon weather conditions. However, Ver­ mont and New York have always been the un­ challenged leaders in maple syrup production. Maple syrup has traditionally been a secondincome for many small, family farms. However, due to the high labor requirement and to in­ creasing specialization, maple syrup production has experienced quite a decline from what it was just 10 years ago. Larger-scaled maple producers are utilizing newer technology with modern aluminum-sided sugar-houses. Most of the newer and larger producers also use plastic tubing to collect the sap. The tubing runs from tree to tree collecting the sap and delivering it to storage tanks outside the sugar-houses. Tubing has proven to be a more cost-effective, efficient method to collect sap, unless the operation is very small or if the operation would have to be totally converted from the old bucket collecting system. Most producers - large or small-commonly use an evaporator to steam off large amounts of excess water from the sap. The average gallon of sap is about 98 percent water and 2 percent sugar. After boiling, the sugar content is over 65 percent. Thus one gallon of maple syrup' weighing 11 pounds is condensed from 40 to 50 gallons of sugar water. The new crop maple syrup is available now from area producers. The quality is excellent again this year. Farm credit system to consolidate Production Credit Associations and Federal Land Bank Associations in Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin will consolidate their offices, management and services. This consolidation will accelerate the Farm Credit System’s move in the Seventh District toward onestop credit and financial services for farmers and farm cooperatives, according to Philip Hein, a Stratford, Wisconsin, dairy farmer who chairs the Farm Credit Services, St. Paul district board of directors. “Integration of all long­ term and short-term credit and financial services for agricultural producers and cooperatives makes good business sense for the Farm Credit System and its customers,” Hein said in an announcement to chairmen and presidents of the district’s PCAs and FLBAs. The consolidation means that there will be one organizational staff and one chief executive officer for each of the district’s FLBA- Number of injuries growing with all-terrain vehicle use Secretary of State Richard Austin today asked all in­ dividuals who plan to operate All Terrain Vehicles this year to “throttle down.” Citing statistics from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in Washington, Austin said nationwide ATV-related injuries treated in hospital emergency rooms, jumped from 8,600 in 1982 to 27,600 in 1983. Statistics for the first nine months of 1984 show an estimated 53,000 injuries. Since January, 1982, 80 deaths involving All Terain Vehicles have been reported. The majority of injuries and deaths resulted from operating at too high speeds over unfamiliar terrain and colliding with rocks, tree limbs, holes, ditches and bumps or with motor vehicles on roads where the ATV is not permitted. All Terrain Vehicles are relatively new, small motorized recreational cycles with three or four large, soft tire§, designed for off-road use on air types of terrain. Austin, Chairman of the State Safety Commission, advised all ATV owners to obtain proper operating instructions, wear helmets, familiarize themselves with special handling charac­ teristics of the vehicles, don’t drink when operating and slow down. All off-road vehicles must obtain off-road permits from the Department of State unless they are operated on land owned by the operator. All * law enforcement agencies are responsible for enforcement of laws af­ fecting All Terrain Vehicles. PCA territories. Each of the PCA and FLBA offices in these territories will be capable of providing all the Farm Credit System’s credit and financial services to farmers and cooperatives. Currently, some 130,000 agricultural producers and 700 farm cooperatives are customers of the Farm Credit System in Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. PCAs and FLBAs across the district are making plans for mergers and staff management consolidations that will bring one-stop financial service to their customers within the next few years. In its annual report to stockholders, Farm Credit Services, St. Paul states that, despite the decline in overall credit quality during 1984, the district showed slight increases in net worth and loan volume. Net worth for Farm Credit Services, St. Paul increased from $1.4 billion in 1983 to $1.5 billion in 1984. Loan volume increased from $12.2 billion in 1983 to $12.4 billion in 1984. Farm Credit Services, St. Paul is the Federal Land Bank, the Federal In­ termediate Credit Bank and the Bank for Cooperatives. The organization provides loan funds which PCAs, FLBAs and the Bank for Cooperatives lend to producers and cooperatives. 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Vol. 113 - No. 37 — Tuesday, March 26. 1985 Lion eager Jeff Hamilton finishes up 'top career In three years at Maple Valley High, 5’9” Jeff Hamilton scored 1237 points, handed out 311 assists, and recorded 344 steals while leading the Lions to one SMAA championship and a state district Class "C” title. He was a two-time SMAA All-Conference selection and received honorable mention All-State Class “C”. He twice was named the most valuable player by his teammates. He was fourth­ team All-State Detroit Free Press, Reminder’s All­ County team, WBCH all-area Boarshead Theater to perform at Fuller,Friday By Shelly Sulser Actors from the Boarshead Theater in Lansing will end their visits to the Maple Valley fourth grade classes Friday with a grand finale performance of “Get a Handle on Your Mitten,” a play depicting important events in Michigan History. The actors will perform the 40-minute play Friday at Fuller Street School in Nash­ ville, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The public is invited. Following the program in the school gyinansium, the actors will conduct an acting and playwriting workshop in Pat Hanson’s fourth grade class. The play wraps up a threepart workshop conducted at Maplewood and Fuller schools by Boarshead actors Emily Ball, Michelle Napier and Darwin Morgan, to introduce children to the World of theater. “Basically it teaches children the aspects of playwriting and acting that they don’t normally get in the classroom,” Hanson said. As a result of the workshops, four of Hanson’s students have submitted plays they have written to the Young Michigan Playwriters Festival, a playwriting contest. The play is open to the public at no charge. The Boarshead workshops were funded by the Michigan Council for the Humanities. team, and Charlotte’s all opponent team. Hamilton captured 10 of 15 individual records at Maple Valley for basketball. His accomplishments include season scoring 506 points, made free throws in one season 128, attempted free throws one season 161, best free throw percentage 128­ 161 for 79.5 percent, field goals made one game 11 of 12, career scoring 1237 in three years, 120 defensive steals in one season, 141 assists in one season, sophomore scoring 322 points, and tournament scoring for one game 32 points. Jeff managed to maintain a grade point average of 3.57 out ofa possible 4 point while being involved in golf, basketball, baseball or track. He was one who was proud to be recognized as a student-athlete. During Jeff’S fine career, he scored in double figures a remarkable 64 out of 66 games. He also played in every game Maple Valley has been involved in for the past three years. Coach Reese said, “Jeff has been a very consistent player in effort and attitude Maple Valley basketball coach Jerry Reese congratulates star guard Jeff Harnil.ton on closing out a fine career. for the past three years. He has had a very fine career. The excitement created ori the court was a compliment to his ability and his teammates. I will remember Jeffas being a very unselfish player. His unselfish play Ramsey appointed to Vermontville Council by secret ballot Linda Ramey has been chosen to fill the vacant trustee seat created when Jack Clark resigned from the Vermontville Village Council last month. The council voted by secret ballot, at a special Tuesday meeting, to appoint Ramey over applicants Joe Ann Nehmer and Roger Trowbridge. For the balloting, council members were given small pieces of paper on which to vote. Each council member used the paper to write down the name of the person he or she wanted to appoint to the vacant trustee position. The pieces of paper were then collected; the vote count was tallied but not announced; and Ramey was named the winner. Attorney Susan lanotti of the Michigan Attorney General’s office told the Maple Valley News that the state’s open meetings act prohibits a public body from voting in a way that prevents the citizens from knowing how each member voted. In the absence of Mayor Sue Villanueva, council member Jim Peterson presided over the March 19 sepcial meeting. When contacted by the Maple Valley News last Friday, Peterson said he was unaware the council could be in violation of the act when the secret ballots were cast. “That’s the way we’ve always done it in the past,” he said. When asked if a new vote would be taken in view of the apparent violation, Peterson said it is up to the mayor but, “I don’t see why we should. But, if we contact the Attorney General’s office and discover it was wrong then it should be rectified.” Ramey, a 15-year Ver- montville resident, will fill out Clark’s four-year trustee position which expires in 1988. During her interview with council members, prior to her appointment, Ramey stated she was interested in serving on the council “for the betterment of the village; to watch it grow and improve.” Ramey is a past vice­ president of the Maplewood P.T.O, and was carnival chairman for four years. She is also a past secretary of the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. Ramey is currently treasurer of the Bingo Kitchen. She and husband Kermit have three children, Tim, Brett and Amanda. Annual Easter Egg Hunt set for April 6 Linda Ramey (left) was sworn in by Clerk Sharon Stewart last Tuesday as the newest Vermontville Village Council member. Ramey fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Jack Clark last month. Carl’s Supermarket in Nashville will hold its eighth annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 6 at Sandyland Recreational Park. Carl’s is supplying the candy eggs and some prizes, while other area merchants are also donating prizes, solicited by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. The hunt is scheduled to begirt at 3 p.m. and will provide a chance for children in four age categories to participate: ages 2-4,5 & 6,7 & 8 and 9,10 and 11. Maple Valley News Photo earned respect and ad­ miration from teammates and opponents. His squad does have the most wins ever at Maple Valley since its consolidation. Seventeen total wins were recorded this season. I’m not certain if Jeff will receive additional post season honors but we are hoping to watch him demonstrate his abilities at some college next fall. We did enjoy his company and his abilities.” Winter sports awards given out at school The annual Maple Valley winter sports awards banquet was held Tuesday, March 19. Receiving the Most Valuable Player award for varsity volleyball was Duska Morawski and Most Improved was Heather Brown. For the junior varsity basketball team, the Most Valuable Player was Mike Smith, and Brian Ainsworth was chosen Most Improved. Jeff Hamilton was chosen Most Valuable for the varsity basketball team, and Mike Siple was chosen Most Improved. Ken Trumble was chosen Most Valuable of the varsity wrestling team and Ken Meade was chosen the Most Improved Player. Varsity Basketball — Third Year: Jeff Hamilton. — Second Year: Kurtis Hartenburg, Ryan Trowbridge, Greg Lenz, Gary Reid, Shan Ferrier, Jim Benit, Alan Mater, Terry Hall. — First Year: Jim Symonds, Bob McMillen, Mike Siple. J. V. Basketball — Second Year: Jordan Ferrier, Mike Smith, Brett Ramey, Brendon McCullen, Mark Martin. — First Year: Glenn Ewing, Tai Gearhart, Brian Ainsworth, Mike Long, Matt Owens, Scott Phenix, George Steinbrecher, Troy Thomp­ son. Freshman Basketball Scott Lenz, Jim Venton, Eric Haeck, Richard Meade, Jeff Fisher, Dan Murphy, Eric Terpening, Lance Root, David Markland, Brock DeGroot, Billy Brenton, Dan Siple, Richard Varney, Brian Stall, Lloyd Cooper, Matt Brown. Wrestling — Fourth Year: Ken Trumble, Lane Brumm, Dean Stewart, Robert Browne. — Third Year: John Forell, Tom O’Brien, Jay O’Brien, Scott Joostbems, Scott Villanueva, Pat Resseguie. — Second Year: Andrew Finkler, Dean Hale, Scott Carpenter, Sherman Reid. — First Year: Lance Brumm, Ken Meade, Mark Hess. J.V. Wrestling — Second Year: Brian Sleeper, Matt Ewing, Matt Peake, Tim Imes, Drew Pixley. — First Year: Pat Hagon, David Benit, Brian Bonney, Rich Halstead, Gene Granger. Varsity Cheerleaders — Second Year: Doreen Cook, Dawn Cogswell, Kim Continued on Page 8 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 12] 5. CHURCH STREET Hastings, Michigan 49058 MR ’85 �Th* Mopi* Vail*, Newt Nokhulle Tue*doy March 26 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Easter arrives fairly early this year, and everyone is hoping that our mild spring weather continues to hold through the holiday Dry conditions are especially important for Nashville's upcoming Easter Figg Hunt, an annual event staged these past several years at Sandyland Park on M 79 just west of the village. The hunt to sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce but organized chiefly by Carl's Super Market, which again will furnish all eggs for the hunt a* well as numerous prizes Other merchants in the community also wiU contribute prizes for the children The hunt is set for 3 p m Saturday, April 6, and to open to all youngsters up to age 12 As was the case last year, candy eggs will be used in place of the hardboiled variety But, as in the past, they will be secreted on the grounds of the park in various areas designated for particular age groups to give the young children an equal opportunity to find them. While most will be candy, there will be a number of hollow plastic eggs on the ground, each containing a slip of paper entitling the finder to a particular prize or award. In case of inclement weather, the event will be postponed one week. The annual community Good Friday service will be held this year at Nashville Baptist Church from 1 to2:30 p.m. April 5. Several local churches are participating in the cooperative service, and various Nashville ministers will be speaking during the program. Special music will be furnished by groups from the participating churches The event will be followed by a fellowship gathering in the basement rooms of the church. Special programs of Easter music are now in rehearsal at several local churches. At the Nashville Church of the Nazarene on Easter morning, during regular Sunday worship which commences at 11 a.m., the choir will sing a cantata called “Easter Songs.” An Easter musical will be presented on two con­ secutive evenings at Nash­ ville Baptist Church. The performance of “Then Came The Morning” is set for 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 6 and 7. This is a free concert and the public is invited. The last of a month-long Lenten study series at Nash­ ville United Methodist Church concludes at 7 p.m. tonight, March 26, with the discussion of “The Dead Sea Scrolls and Masada.” A Lenten Breakfast will be hosted al 8 a.m. Wednesday, April 3, by United Methodist Women at the church Community House. Speaker for the event will be Mrs. Myron Williams of Hastings, who is associated with the Barry County benevolent agency of “Love, Inc.” Nashville United Methodists will observe Maundy Thursday with a potluck dinner at the church at6:30p.m., April 4, followed by a Communion and Tenebrae service. An Easter Sunrise service at the United Methodist Church will start at 7 p.m. sponsored by the Youth Fellowship. The young people and their parents also have charge ofa breakfast in the Community House following the early service Regular worship commence at the normal time. Youth Aflame Ministries of Nashville Baptist Church will stage their annual “Spring Fling” Friday and Saturday, April 5-6, at the Y Center in Battle Creek. The youths will depart from the church at 9 p.m. Friday and return home at 7 a.m. Saturday. Nashville Baptist Church board meeting will be 7 p.m. Thursday, April 4, at the church. Helping others will be the theme of “Slave Dave,” an all-day event to be conducted Saturday, March 30, by Junior and Senior high teens of Nashville Baptist Church. That day the youths will volunteer their services to help folks in their congregation with any tasks that these individuals may need done around their homes, etc. Mrs. Thomas Volyes, wife of the pastor of Nashville How can you qualify for disability income that starts when your regular income stops? No problem. Staying financially healthy after an illness or accident can sometimes be rougher than recuperating. That’s why AutoOwners has Disability Income Insurance which qualifies you for payments fast. Just ask your “no problem’’ AutoOwners agent about Disability Income protection. It’s a healthy way to pay the expenses that don’t stop when your regular income does. Tkt, No Protifom fbopfa, * Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones By Susan Hinckley Church of the Nazarene, will attend a District Council meeting Tuesday, March 26th, in Lansing, as a member of the board on Children’s Ministries. Brenda Zinger, bride-elect of Raymond Ashcraft, will be honored at a bridal shower at 7 p.m. Thursday evening, March 28 at the parsemage of the Church of the Nazarene on Fuller Street. Rev. Dorotha Hayter, a retired minister who pastured, the local Church of the Nazarene about 50 years ago and later served as a supply minister, was a patient last week at Pennock Hospital in Hastings and was expected to be transferred to the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Hayter, now 90, has been suffering from complications of the flu. Also hospitalized with complications of a virus last week was Mrs. Gloria Johncock of Nashville. At this writing she is in Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Her address is Room l-D-38, 1840 Wealthy S.E., 49506. A card or letter would brighten her day. Cliff and Evelyn Mason of Nashville will host an 8 p.m. meeting of the United Methodist Builders Class on Wednesday, March 27, at their home. Congratulations to Hal and Ann Gordenski of Nashville on the birth of a son born Saturday, March 16. The young lad weighed in at 9 lbs. 11 ozs. and has been named Trent William. Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Johnie Gordenski and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Shilton, all of Nashville. The Maple Grove Birthday Club held their first meeting of the new year Tuesday, March 19, at the home of Mrs. May Newland of Nash­ ville. A lovely potluck dinner was enjoyed, and the gathering also served as the annual Secret Pal Revealing party. The Nashville Garden Club will meet Tuesday, April 2, at the home of Mrs. Clifton Mason. Tea committee for the 1:30 p.m. event will be Beth Suntken, Claire Tobias, and Bess Myers. Mrs. Mason will show travel slides during the program. The following evening, at 7:30 p.m. April 3, Mrs. Mason will host a meeting of the United Methodist Women at her home, and will have charge of the program on “Commitment to Christ” The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week in memory of Thressa Hess from Mildred Morris and from several friends and staffmembers at Nashville’s Senior Citizen Nutrition Site, including: Mr. and Mrs. William Harmon, Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Downes, Mr. and Mrs. Austin Schantz, Bertha Becker, Mr. and Mrs. Ard Decker, Marcella Stewart, Thelma Stewart, Ona Hin­ ckley, Mr. and Mrs. Will Suntken, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Green, Clara Pennock, Doris Marshall, Ann Schantz, Joan Staskus, Alice Shilling, Caroline Jones, Ada Scott, Fern Hawblitz, Dorothy Spaulding, and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Reid. Donations to the fund will help add a proposed $50,000 Childrens’ Wing to the present facility, and may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested named of donors and those designated in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. The Maple Valley Alumni Banquet is set for May 25th, and the Nashville High School Class of 1935 is planning a 50th anniversary reunion in conjunction with the event. Organizers are extending an invitation through this column to those 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOAAAS VOYLES ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.. ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... 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Main, Vermontville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. ('/, mile East of M-66, 5 miles Church School ..11 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday: Sunday: Church Worship .11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. AM Worship 11 am Youth Fellowship 6 pm Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m (Nursery Care Available) . A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m.Thursday: Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study ......... 8 p.m. AWANA ... Worship. 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. .NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMDLY OF GOD CHURCH PEACE UHITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Continued on page 6— QnMjc AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES 304 Phillips St., Nashville who graduated either before or after 1935 to join their former schoolmates at the gathering Saturday af­ ternoon, May 25, at the Community Center (old waterworks building) in Putnam Park. Hours are 3 to 5 p.m., and snacks will be served. This get-together should give folks a nice chance to visit and renew old acquaintances prior to the alumni banquet later that evening. Sap buckets were pulled Friday in Nashville, bringing to a close the 1985 chapter of the community syrup-making project Nash­ ville Syrup Association of­ ficials estimated that by the time final boiling was completed Monday at the Sugar Shanty in Putnam Park their total production for the season would be 425 gallons, about half the amount of maple syrup produced year by NSA. The 1985 season was “slow and short,” said NSA treasurer Geneva Brumm, because nights were not cold enough and days were not warm enough to yield a good steady flow of sap. Nashville’s civic syrup project dates back to 1942, .and is an annual fund­ raiser for participating organizations or those to which volunteers credit manhours worked. His many friends here will be pleased to know that former local resident Farrell Babcock of East Grand Rapids is making a good recovery from a stroke he 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 26, 1985 — Page 3 It's Michigan Maple Syrup Week && s«sss tar ar s '1^ 1^ v*>- s&s 5jm j!8m Wood presents drug program for local seventh graders Barry County Sheriff David Wood presented a two-part program to the Maple Valley seventh’graders last week. Wood spoke on drug awareness, the con­ sequences of getting involved with drugs and their affects. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) 6| fc J* fc ii *^"^ *fc ^"ttUiJ^ '•st'"* Vermontville Syrup Royalty: Deborah Exelby court member Shirley Exelby of Kinsel Hwy., !?4* s: Ws, ^ ’^Vtlfc. > MwSlJ Jt’ foRfato, B6 is hnetairtstab ffet® ^hlEuih i®<ii Rapids is Mi^i, «n ntnsjtaiiti tatad«n OlIKt WLW» MNMMm* esWe otoejfw^^’*' *'1’1 fefbuiUir^i. ta^i*’1’ |W BHIIIIJN-HIIIIJN-- enjoys and cross-stitching and reading. A 4-H member, she is niw l/jJJJ l/JJJ mtation Ijl^ Deborah showing sheep and horses a Deborah Exelby, member of the 1985 Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Queen’s court, has many interests, indoors and out. The daughter of Paul and treasurer for the Ver­ montville Junior Farmers. Deborah also serves as treasurer of the Junior Livestock Association. Of her syrupmaking ex­ perience, she says, “I have helped Jerry Aldrich gather sap and watched him make it into syrup. I also was one of the official taste testers. “I wish all the people who come to the (annual syrup) festival (in Vermontville) could have as great an ap­ preciation of maple syrup and the making of it as those who produce it,” said Deborah, a junior at Maple Valley High School. Vermontville’s syrup festival is set for April 26-28. The third annual Michigan Maple Syrup Week is set for Sunday, March 24 through Saturday, March 30. The Michigan Maple Syrup Producers Association hopes that this event will help promote pure maple syrup and pure maple products in the state because maple syrup is an important commercial and agricultural product in Michigan, said chairman Larry Gearhart. The following is a schedule of events: Sunday, March 24 Blessing and Planting Day. Local churches give blessings on maple trees. Blessing of planting of new maple trees in the community. Monday, March 25 Education Day. Maple Syrup and maple products education through schools and media. Explaining the Maple Syrup Logo. Tuesday, March 26 Cooking with Maple Syrup Day. Using maple syrup in home cooking. Wednesday, March 27 Heritage Day. Thanking the Indians for the gift of maple syrup. Story of Michigan Maple Syrup". Thursday, March 28 Profile Day. Profile of the people who make maple syrup. Background of the families’ operations. Generation or new operation. Use of buckets, pipeline. Use of wood, oil, and gas fired evaporators. Friday, March 29 - Visit Local Sugar Bush Day. Visit with the markets of maple syrup and buy Michigan Pure Maple Syrup. Saturday. March 30 -Visit Local Sugar Bush Day. Visit with makers of maple syrup and buy Michigan Pure Maple Syrup. Michigan Maple Syrup Week set for March 24 - March 30 events planned! Looking for a bright future? Nashville Fire Department makes 10 runs in February Nashville Fire Chief Doug Yarger reports the fire department made 10 fire runs during the month of February. Yarger said four runs were made within the village of Nashville, while three were in Castleton Township and one was in Maple Grove Township One run was an assist to the Vermontville Fire Department and one was an assist to Bellevue. Yarger reminds village residents that no burning is allowed within the village without having a burning permit. The permits may be obtained by calling the fire deptartment. It can be the fulfillment of all your brightest hopes and dreams ... but it takes planning. Start now with an ■ .L, ,se..«g|[ Eaton Federal I. R. A Investing in an IRA now can help turn those dreams into reality. Call or stop in today to find out how bright your future can be. Spring is just around the Corner... Get your Spring Cut & Style Soon Nancy & Laurie will be going on vacation in 2 weeks. Barb By­ ington will be taking appointments week of April 9-12. A Beauty Shop Sho 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 Eaton Federal and Loan Association E FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE TOU: NONE OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN • RHONE 643-3880 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - RHONE 883-1661 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - RHONE 862-1830 OLIV'T, MICHIGAN PHONE 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noon SntarOaj �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 26, 1985 — Page 4 How others viewed Nashville. . by Susan Hinckley Over the years, news writers and others have had many things to say about Nashville. Comments range from faultfinding to flattery. On the 116th anniversary of the community’s incorporation as a village, we pause to review some of those ob­ servations which un­ doubtedly pleased or peeved local readers of yore. One of the earliest boosters of Nashville was Orno Strong, founder in 1873 of The Nashville News and its editor for the next 15 years. Strong’s bragging assertions of the village’s superiority usually ran along the lines of praise published on June 24, 1882: “Nashville has the best businessmen, the biggesthearted women, the prettiest girls, the cleverest boys, the purest water, and the healthiest climate, and the biggest fish of any town its size in the northwest.” (Note that at the time Strong wrote the piece, Michigan still was considered part of the “northwest”.) While Editor Strong, true to his name, was a strong supporter of Nashville, he also could serve as its chief critic when need be. Among community improvements attributable to Strong’s persistent editorial harping were construction in 1881 of Nashville’s first jail; organization in 1882 of Nash­ ville’s first official fire department; and the building of the new Union school which opened in November 1885 with a combined primary and secondary enrollment of 224 students. Strong also was a strong supporter of the temperance movement. He did not ap­ preciate the reputation Nashville then enjoyed as a wide-open, rip-roaring saloon town. The late Ethel (Parrish) Stansell, greatgranddaughter of George Gregg, generally considered the “founding father” of Nashville because of his extensive mid-1860s property development here, recalled that early era in a piece she wrote for publication in The Nashville News in 1955. “The principal business of that period was very, very wet,” noted Mrs. Stansell, “there being at least eight saloons (in town). There were three still thriving when I was a small child... They were so blatantly notorious the respectable matrons of the community wrecked one establishment and kept the proprietor cowering in a locked room for days. “Unlike our neighbor on the east, the early settlers of Nashville did not bring their clergymen nor their teacher. The ‘doings’ in the frontier town that was to become Nashville caused many of them to look down their respectable Congregational noses. Furs, lumber, the Indian trade, and even that early maple syrup were magnets, and settlers came from all points for as many reasons, and it was a frontier town in many ways.” This synopsis of Mrs. Stansell is backed by countless early News reports of rough-and-tumble escapades invariably at­ tributed to over-indulgence in “the drink”. Occasionally, stern criticism came from neighboring towns. One such instance was Nashville’s 1887 Fourth of July celebration. The local News reported that it was a “remarkably peaceable and orderly one, but few rackets occurred, and all those trivial ones (however) it seems the general im­ pression not only at home but abroad, was that the saloons of the village did more business than the law allowed.” The following extracts printed by Strong showed pretty clearly what outsiders were thinking. From the Hastings Banner: “Well authenticated reports from Nashville state that on the 4th the saloons of that place were open all day; that they sold liquor freely to boys and to drunken people. Several smart young alecks from this city got beastly drunk there. Is it any wonder that the public sentiment against the saloon is growing when such shameless proceedings are indulged in by saloon­ keepers.” From the Hastings Democrat: “To the shame and everlasting disgrace of Barry County be it known that many young boys, many of them whom were not out of their teens, were in­ toxicated on the 4th. This lamentable fact was especially noticeable at Nashville, where, it is said, the saloons were selling liquor with open doors, and to whomsoever might desire the same. Those who are opposed to prohibition in Barry County will probably learn that such an oc­ currence as that mentioned above is almost certain to secure the enforcement of the local option law here. The Democrat has no desire to interfere with the business of other people, but where the law is entirely set aside, as was the case in Nashville, it is time to halt what was called and the the offenders called to the bar of justice. For the sake of the good name of Nashville, it is to be hoped that there is backbone sufficient among its citizens to see that this is done.” (Note: The local option did close Nashville taverns some 21 years later when, in 1908, passage of the law shut down 19 saloons throughout Barry County, three of them in Nashville.) Notwithstanding the ob­ vious lack of temperance here in 1887, Editor Strong in a News article that fall "One of the prettiest little villages in southern Michigan," was the way the Grand Rapid Press described Nashville in a feature published in 1909, the year this view was taken from atop the Standpipe in what is now Putnam Park. The Press attributed the neat appearance of Nashville to "enterprising" businessmen, and concluded that the village was "surely an example of progress." Many of our neiahbors on the east tended to look down their respectable Con" at the "doings" in the wild frontier town of Nashville., noted Ethel Stansell in a 1955 article tracing development of the village. At one time there were eight saloons in Nashville and the principal business of that period was very, very wet,” also drawing criticism from Hastings. This 1909 scene shows Vermontville’s Michigan Central RR station as passengers and drays await the gregational arriving train. marking the 14 th anniversary of the founding of his paper commented favorably about the com­ munity: “Fourteen years ago Nashville was an insignificant hamlet of less than 400 inhabitants. Today she has some of the finest public and private buildings in the county, several manufacturing companies and more coming, and 1,600 inhabitants.” (Note: That figure was either a misprint or an overstatement by Strong, for Nashville’s 1880 census showed a population of 1,028, and it was nearly a century before the village reached the 1,600 mark.) Perhaps Strong was making an effort to include rural residents, since he added: “And im­ provements have not all been confined to the village. The country, too, has kept pace, and where 14 years ago were dense forests and impenetratable swamps, there are now fine farms and palatial farm buildings.” Perhaps only coin­ cidentally, after enactment of local option, Nashville’s image seemed to improve. In an October 1909 feature by the Grand Rapids Press, giving a fine view of Nash­ ville’s Main Street, the following commentary was made: “One of the prettiest little villages in southern Michigan is Nashville, a town of 1,500 population on the Michigan Central Railroad, 45 miles south of Grand Rapids. From the time one steps off the train until the farther limit of the village has been reached, neatness and order mark the progress of the visitor. But Nashville’s businessmen are enterprising and this, in a measure, accounts for the appearance of the town, especially that of the Main Street. “Right in the midst of a good farming country, Nash­ ville is headquarters for shoppers in many lines of agricultural industry. But more than this, the village has factories and sawmills and manages to make its small mark in the traffic in manufactured products of the State of Michigan. For its size, the place has a large number of lodges of fraternal societies. With fine churches, public schools, waterworks, sewer system, fire department, an opera house and two banks, Nash­ ville is surely an example of progress.” News employee Len W. Feighner took up the Nashville-boosting banner from Editor Strong when he purchased the paper from him in 1888, and continued to carry it even after he sold the paper 40 years later. While involved in organizing a Community Club of Nash­ ville . business and professional people in 1924 (as sort of a forerunner to the contemporary Chamber of Commerce), Feighner praised local merchants and the town in general in an editorial published on March 13, 1924. He said, in part: “Nash­ ville is universally recognized by people who are in a position to know as being one of the best towns in the state in every way. Travelling men all like Nashville, because they meet with a live, progressive, pushing lot of customers. They find good buyers here, for the reason that Nashville merchants push their lines and serve the public to the very best of their ability. “Nashville has good schools, good churches, good people. Nashville has a fine system of waterworks, a number of fine parks, beautifully shaded streets, a splendidly paved business street, neat and attractive homes with well-kept lawns and gardens, a good sewerage system, is splendidly served with power and lights by the Consumers Power Company, and is in every way a most desirable town to live in. “Furthermore, the people of Nashville have the real community spirit. They work together for everything which is for the best interests of the village and the surrounding community. Continued on next page- Len W. Feighner (center), longtime Nashville News publisher, was a major Nashville "booster," following in the footsteps of his early boss and predecessor, Orno Strong. Both were advocates of civic improvements. An early jail, new school and village fire department are attributed to Strong's editorial push, while Feighner's credits include organization of a Community Club, development of Central Park, and suggesting the civic syrup-making project. News staff with him in this circa-1900 photo include Al Weber, left, and brother Frank, second from right. The others are not identified. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 26, 1985 — Page 5 Three M.V. students place in state essay contest sSiS sSiS Ns^V *22ti% ti S<l JM 5><8l8l!! 5>< *.k^8l'*»!! ••*J4 lk»*k •kfcr, ’ll I • iwk’ •**i*Ftk i*Ftki P^J •its if*s s 'Mil ^Nteii *> IkSi *s ®i«hi *Wit® * prfaTi rfaTi ! ha ‘he Rfflis «W sift splaifc iatek psalty| Ar it sitesta asdtsiaeiejHi tetnii ■ftrtaw.i! S Ut nt i M CMBElJp' melt tril^lufe iMlBI Three students from Maple Valley Junior-Senior High in Vermontville have been named local winners in the 16th annual America & Me Essay Contest, spon­ sored by Farm Bureau In­ surance Group. The three, who earned the first, second and third place awards for their school, are Angie Thompson, first; Zandra Gusey, second; and Carrie Hunt, third. All three received award ceritficates for their achievement. As the school’s first place winner, Angie Thompson’s name will also be engraved on a plaque for permanent display in the school. Angie’s first place essay now advances to the state level competition, from' which the top ten essays in Michigan will be selected. The top ten statewide winners, who will be an- Memories of the past continued from previous page They mix together socially, town people and country people, to the mutual en­ joyment and profitofall. The people for many miles around regard Nashville as their ‘Home Town’, and are proud of it and as much attached to it as are the people who live in the village. Nashville is not too big for all of us to be good neighbors and warm friends.” Mrs. Stansell, in her 1955 News article, expressed a similar fondness for Nash­ ville and summed it up with a reflection of how it might ' be now viewed by her greatgrandfather, who died in 1880 at age 04. “I’m sure that George Gregg would be proud could he see the town today,” she wrote. “Changes in all lines have been made but the spirit that made possible the building of those early days is still alive.” nounced in April, will receive plaques and U.S. savings bonds ranging in value from $200 to $1,000, totaling $4,000 in prizes for the top ten essayists. In addition, the to ten winners will be honored at a banquet in Lansing and a meeting with Michigan’s top governmental leaders. A team of finalist judges that includes Gov. James Blanchard and Lt. Gov. Martha Griffiths will determine the top statewide winners. Several thousand eighth grade students from more than 550 Michigan schools participated in the 1984-85 America & Me Essay Con­ test, which was conducted with the help of Farm Bureau Insurance agents across the state. The topic of the 1984-85 contest was “My Hope for America — And How I Can Help Achieve It”. Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students, the contest en­ courages Michigan youngsters to explore their roles in America’s future. As sponsor of the contest, Farm Bureau Insurance Group has earned 11 national awards from the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge. Here is Angie’s winning essay: MY HOPE FOR AMERICA AND HOW I CAN HELP ACHIEVE IT by Angie Thompson My hope for America is that everyone could get ''along, and not fight or have to go off to war, and that there would be peace in America. I think that America is one o '' f the most beautiful places to be, and live. I hope one day, when the leaders of tomorrow come, that they’ll be just as good as the ones today, and I can ijCte ttts'ita . Faghs I Ik litei rsccad site® ri»t rer ww V*®'1' EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR oiMpItaWle'ta** oinrtfeoita*^* .JnewscW^' jirtodtoW* ,’wfchl*jS I jjwsyniR^^Ljj Saturday, March 30 - SW Regional Horse Bowl Contest, Branch Area Careers Center, Coldwater. Saturday, March 30-9 a.m., State 4-H Rabbit Show, MSU Stadium. Saturday, March 30 - 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m., Modeling Clinic, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, April 1 - 8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, April 1-7:30 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Challenge Club, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Monday, April 8-7 p.m., 4-H Small Animal Association officers and committee members meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, April 9-7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, April 9 - 7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Thursday, April 11 - 7:30 p.m., Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Thursday, April 11 - 8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Judging Session, location to be announced. April 13-14 - Annual 4-H Horse Jamboree, MSU. Saturday, April 13 - 10-12 noon, firearms, Bellevue Con­ servation Club; 1-3 p.m., archery meet, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Saturday, April 13 - Personal Appearance Judging and Style Revue. Monday, April 15-7 p.m. Broiler Contest Orientation, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, April 15 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, Shopping Guide, Charlotte. Friday, April 19-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack & Gloria Pennington’s, 6375 N. Chester Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, April 20 - 8:30-11 a.m., 4-H Market Hog Weigh-in, fairgrounds. Tuesday, April 23 - 7:30 p.m., ditch maintenance, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. help by having a career in almost any field of politics. I can also help even if I am a teacher, so that then I can teach younger people, and help them get a good education, and learn everything that I can ever learn and more. I think that our leaders of tomorrow are one of the most important part of America today. We young people will make this country a better place to live. I also hope that America will have peace with Russia, and all the other foreign countries, and not have nuclear war, or any other kind of war. I love living in America, so that I have freedom, my rights, and to see some of the most beautiful parts of America like Michigan, Alabama, Tennessee, and all the other beautiful states. I also hope that the lives of people will be filled with happiness, and love, and good memories of their families, and the lives they Angie Thompson, an eighth grader at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, took the first place award for her entry in the America and Me essay contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. Angie is shown at left, along with second and third place winners, Zandra Gusey and Carrie Hunt. (Maple -Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) lead so carefully, and I hope, that everyone’s hopes, and dreams will come true. I think that everyone in this country and-world, should get along, whether they are red, yellow, black or white, and that they should be thought of as equals. I hope that I can be a big part of America’s future, and I hope I can achieve some of my goals, and help other people achieve theirs as well. C.O.A. menu and activities announced Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging, Monday through Friday, at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings, and at 310 N. Main St., Nashville; Mon­ day, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; and Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagle’s Club in Woodland. To make a meal reservation, call 948­ 8062 before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in advance. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, crafts, games C.O.A. annual tulip time trip set for May 17 The Barry County Com­ mission on Aging is presently taking reser­ vations for the annual trip to Holland’s Tulip Festival and “The Stars of Lawrence Welk Show”. The busses will leave the Hastings Nutrition Site at noon Friday, May 17. This will allow time for a drive along Tulip Lane and sightseeing before the show, which starts at 4 p.m. The group will be returning about 7 p.m. Everyone is asked to make their own tran­ sportation arrangements to and from the Hastings site. The price of this year’s trip will be $8, which includes the ticket for the show and the cost of the bus. There are Seek nominating petitions for Eaton Intermediate Board The Eaton Intermediate School District is accepting nominating petitions for candidates to the board of education, To be valid, petitions must contain signatures of at least 50 registered school electors from the school district and be filed at the Eaton Intermediate Offices, 1790 E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte, Mich, on or before May 6. The vacancy is for a six year term, beginning July 1, 1985 and ending June 30, 1991. Edward Carpenter of Charlotte is the incumbent and has announced his intent to seek reelection. and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what he or she can afford. Please join us for the following meals and programs. March 27 - Turkey a la king, noodles, squash, pea and peanut salad, blushing pineapple. Hastings: Birday party. March 28 - Country steak, whipped potatoes and gravy, green beans, pears. Delton: Kemple’s Band. enough tickets to fill three busses, and everyone is asked to make their reser­ vations before April 15. On the day of the trip, lunch will be served early at the Hastings Nutrition Site. If you wish, arrangements for a meal can be made when you call in your reservation for the trip. Please call 948-8061 for tickets or further in­ formation. March 29 - Macaroni and cheese, spinach, pickled beets, pie. April 1 - Beef tips, mashed potatoes with gravy, oriental vegetables, pineapple up­ sidedown cake. April 2 - Sloppy Joe With cheese, vegetable soup, potato salad, fruit cocktail. Margarine and milk are included with each meal, coffee and tea are available. Menu subject to change without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, Barry County Transit is standing by! Irene’s Beauty Shop • 852-9107 Mater’s RAPID OIL & TIRE All Season Glass Radials Cooper Pro 70 225-70R-15 LUBE, OIL & FILTER Includes up to 5 qts. major brand oil, lubrication of front end. Check air pres­ sure and all fluid level. *$ *Xfl 4>!63 Raised White Letter NEW and USED TIRES *®STUSCARS AND TRUCKS ALL-SEASON STEEL MOULS NEW BATTERIES 155-80R-13 ... *35.00 215-75R-14...... *45.20 *3695 205-75R-14........ *41.95 215-75R-15 ...... *46.40 225-75R-15 *48.53 235"75R*15 ...... *50.65 EXTERIOR HAND CAR WASH. Mon. - Fri. Cars: Trucks: *5°° *7°° POLY SNOWS 215-D-15............ *38.90 235-D-15............ *44.55 - FREE MOUNTING — 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. • 4:00 p.m. Jeff Kennedy, Manager; John Mater, Owner Can ...,8S2-1948 �The Maple Vpflpy News, Nashville. Tuesday. March 26. 1985 Page 6 Maple Valley School Report by Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff The regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education will be held in the school administration building Wednesday, April 17, beginning at 7 p.m. in­ stead of April 10th. Nominating petitions may be obtained at the office of the Superintendent of Schools by anyone interested in being a candidate for a position on the Maple Valley Board of Education. Nominating petitions must be filed with the secretary or his designee not later than 4 o’clock p.m., Monday, April 8, 1985. The four year terms of Dale Ossenheimer, Jr. and Wayne Cogswell expire June 30, 1985. LeRoy Sleeper was appointed to the Board of Education through June 30, 1985. Therefore, a one year term is open also through June 30, 1986. Nashville News, continued suffered about two months ago. He is currently un­ dergoing therapy to correct the effects on his right arm and leg, and will be able to drive. Farrell is retired chief of the East Grand Rapids police department. His address in that city is 1050 San Jose Drive SE, 49506. We are sure he would enjoy hearing from Nashville friends and acquaintances. Public Act 322 passed during the 1984 legislature session requires Affidavits of Identity for all candidates filing nominating petitions in a fourth class registration school district such as Maple Valley. Nominating petitions for the four year terms have been taken out by: Loren Lehman, Vernon Reid, Dale Ossenheimer, Jr., David Hagon, Beatrice Pino, Marsha Ainslie. Nominating petitions for the one year term: LeRoy Sleeper. The spring recess will begin at the close of school on Friday, March 29th. School will resume on Monday, April 8th. The school year will end on Tuesday, June 4th with school in session only a half day on June 4th. Graduation will be held on Sunday, June 2nd. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 8. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) SPRING IS HERE!!! HAIRCUTS................ Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET.................... *6°° ’5COO The Michigan Council of Cooperative Nurseries, in cooperation with the Lifelong Education Programs of Michigan State University,will be holding their 34th Annual Conference on Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4, at the Kellogg Center, East Lansing. This Conference is for parents, teachers, and Obituaries Leo P. Hickey GAYLORD - Mr. Leo P. Hickey, 78, died Wednesday, March 13, 1985, at Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord. He was born in Vermontville, Mich, on Oct. 26, 1906. He moved to Gaylord in 1969 upon his retirement from Fisher Body where he had been employed for 42 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree, St. Mary’s Council 2781, an honorary member of the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree, a former member of the Color Corps, and was instrumental in the development of the St. Mary’s Cathedral Building Fund. He was married in Lansing on Jan. 5,1935, to the former Janice Bailey who survives. Also surviving are three sons', Thomas of Baltimore, The State Fairgrounds in Detroit will be the location for three different types of workshops. The first type to be offered on April 8 and 9, will be “Make It and Take It Workshop”. The workshops include topics such as tat- Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Get the best and you pay less! SPECIAL $339.95 16 3.1CI SAVE $50.00 ODKKSTOP SAFETY BRAKE Reg $389.95 SUPER 028 ANTI-VIBRATION AVESQ ELECTRONIC IGNITION /IKJHAR KJH SHDVWILALER E 105 N. Main, Nashville others who deal with children on a daily basis and will feature many workshops and a one-term credit course, offered by the Department of Family and Child Ecology, MSU. Presentations dealing with topics such as children’s growth and development, creative art, dramatics and positive discipline techniques will be offered. Daniel of Westland, and Robert of Oceanside, Calif.; one daughter, Barbara Kay Hickey of Detroit; three grandchildren; four brothers, Daniel of Lake Odessa, John of Charlotte, Louis of Nashville, Mich., and Maurice of Grosse Pointe; and two sisters, Margaret Birch of Midland and Agnes Garvey of Detroit. He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters. Funeral services were held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at Nelson Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. from St. Mary’s Cathedral. Burial was at Ressurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions in honor of Mr. Hickey may be made to St. Mary’s School through the Nelson Funeral Home, 135 N. Center St., Gaylord, MI 49735. Also featured are special issues such as aging, dealing with death, parent-teacher communication, and mother­ daughter relationships. The 8 p.m. keynote ad­ dress Friday, entitled “Hurried Children - Stressed Children,” will be given by Dr. David Elkind, author of “The Hurried Child” and “All Grown-Up and No Place To Go.” Dr. Elkind is a prestigious educator, author, and lecturer, from the Department of Child Study, Tufts University. Registration for one or both days of the .conference will be $22 for MCCN members, $33 for non­ members, and $17 for students. Walk-in registrations will be welcome. For more in­ formation you may contact Barbara Killeen, (313) 233­ 4199, Mary Weimer, (517) 522-4420, or Mary Ellen Shea Clifford, (517) 631-3161. Maple Valley Co-op Nursery to hold forum on child abuse The Maple Valley Co­ operative Nursery School is looking for parents and concerned citizens in­ rested in learning more about child abuse. A talk and open forum will be sponsored by the nursery school, featuring Dr. Mark Tucker, on Thursday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School Auditorium. Dr. Tucker is a doctor of Pediatric Medicine in Battle Creek. He is a member of the Calhoun County Child Abuse and Neglect Task Force and of the Battle Creek Infant Health Advisory Board. “The doctor brings with him much experience in the area of child abuse,” organizers said. Michigan law defines child abuse as “any non­ accidental harm by a parent or caretaker to a child under the- age of 18.” It can be physical injury, sexual abuse, mental or emotional injury or physical neglect. “If you are concerned about your children or the children in our communities, please come learn the signs, symptoms and how to help,” organizers said. “Bring your questions with you.” Workshops offered at state fairgrounds April 8-9 "The Mirrors image' mhllolz iwaac,. 111 N. Main, Nashville Cooperative Nurseries Conference focuses on learning about children AUTOMATIC OILER g/ 852-0713 ting, cooking, smocking, hardinger, basketry, needlepoint and punch needle. You will find the instructors to be very knowledgeable and generous. The fees are reasonable and in most cases, materials are in­ eluded in the price of the class. For these workshops you must register in ad­ vance. Check with the Ex­ tension Office for registration information. The second type of workshop is the Blue Ribbon Seminar, April 10 and 11. The seminar is free ofcharge and open to the public. The goal of the seminar is to en­ courage new exhibitors to enter and to raise the quality of work submitted. The third project is “Quilters Days in Michigan”, April 12 and 13. This project will include speakers, films, quilt displays, demonstrations and more. For more in­ formation, contact: Leona J. Center, Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds, Com­ munity Arts Section, 1120 W. State Fair Avenue, Detroit, MI 48203 (313) 368-1000, Ext. 103. ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville; (tfn) FOR SALE: Green carpet and pad, 26x14% ft. 852-1740, Nashville. SINGLE BUSINESS TAX BREAK FOR R & D PROPOSED - A tax credit for expanding research and development for Michigan industries is included in H.B. 4024, recently introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. The bill is aimed at developing incentives for new and existing businesses, and attracting new en­ terprises to the state. LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS’ SURVIVORS BENEFITS -'Spouses and dependents of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty would receive a lump sum payment of $50,000 from a special fund that would be created by H.B. 4441, introduced last week in the House. TAX CREDIT FOR DONATIONS TO SCHOOLS PROPOSED - Legislation providing income tax credits of up to $400 for taxpayers making donations to local school districts and intermediate school districts has been in­ troduced in the Michigan House of Representatives; House Bill 4440 would create a tax credit similar to the tax credit available to those who make donations to colleges and universities. The bill also doubles the existing tax credit for gifts to institutions of higher education, which is currently $100 for individuals and $200 for those couples filing jointly. OFF-THE-ROAD-VEHICLES - The Michigan House of Representatives has approved legislation giving local units of government the authority to determine suitable rights-ofway for “off-the-road-vehicles” (ORVs). The bill, H.B. 4039, would allow cities, villages and counties to provide the same road access privileges that snowmobiles currently, enjoy. ENERGY SAVINGS FOR BUSINESSES - The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved a program designed to help Michigan businesses reduce their energy costs and use energy more efficiently. Business energy analyses are now available from the following stateregulated utilities: Consumers Power Co., Detroit Edison Co., Indiana and Michigan Electric Co., Michigan Consolidated Gas Co., Michigan Gas Utilities Co., Michigan Power Co., and Southeastern Michigan Gas Co. Par­ ticipating businesses will be charged a fee for the energy audit and analysis. WINTER LEAVES ITS MARK ON STATE HIGHWAYS Do you know how much patching material it will take to fill all the potholes, cracks and other forms of destruction following the winter of 1984-85? The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) estimates that it will take 18,000 tons of filler and six months to repair 9,500 miles of state highways. The MDOT will also be using a new “hot pour" liquid material to fill the holes this spring. The new mixture is 75 percent rubber and 25 percent asphalt and will last 8 to 10 years. Let’s hope it works! �Thfe'W3ple Vdtfey Ne'Ws, Nashville. Tue'sday. March 26, 1985 — Pagte? r Community Ed giving clinic on weight control, smoking Maple Valley Community Education will present a pair of 2»/fe hour seminars with hypnotist and behavior counselor David Rowe on Tuesday, April 16. Included will be a stop smoking seminar beginning at 6 p.m. and a weight control session starting at 8:30 p.m. The fee for either seminar is $30. Both will take place at Maple Valley High School located at 11090 Nash­ ville Highway. Call the Community Education office at 852-9275 to register. For smokers, a recent ** wwi WW' O i?®* i ‘O s? «,i*s C ? UiAs CUA Kellogg students make creative spring projects Students in Pauline Hunt's fifth grade class at Kellogg School recently made burlap stitchery projects, with many containing scenes of spring. Shown are Craig Swanson, Chip Reese, Travis Norton (sitting), Kevin Morrison and Amy Dickinson. *’h£ Wm J ** * 's * ?s s 2,‘fc»< /i»k 2, /i*»k ^ss iSi 2S !(^j^ (^j^ «hnj «hnj^ *! hfi Maple Valley to host spelling contest Fifth graders around the country are sharpening their spelling skills in preparation for the Second Annual Eaton Intermediate Spell-a-rama to be held on April 16 at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley High School auditorium. Local districts, including Charlotte, Maple Valley, Eaton Rapids and Pot­ terville, conducted their own spelldowns during February and March to determine which students would qualify to compete at the county level. Maple Valley participants include Tricia Gibson, Mickey Collier and Chris Musser of Maplewood School and Nathan Ayers, Dana Snyder, and Tim Schilz of Kellogg. WEDNESDAY APRIL 10th 9 AM till chicks are gone! i rr**1181®*. •*££ 20 Chicks (II5J*****'® *1*1*1** tta!a$,i#il8l8 Some of Mary Slag's fifth graders display their "shoe" artwork. From left are Cabe Allen, Kelly Hickey, Amy Roscoe, Bobbie Wood and Tony Eye. Turn those unwanted, unused items into CASH with an Action-Ad, call 945-9554! Coming to... »Wii »*Wii structors per class. For this spring, the sessions will begin with floor exercises and plans to ad­ vance to the bars, beams and vault. Children who are not able to get into these classes will be put on a waiting list and hopefully another class can be started. Mrs. Botz is also interested in starting classes for three to four year-olds if there is enough interest. To register your children, please call Community Education at 852-9275. For more information, call Brinda Hawkins at 852-0749. REMEMBER! W® MIO Ml >-lxoiliqui(B sites aKssni; p m* i i IBjii ■siiiirilW8 gssaEffia!®?^ i»at _ UfttDEUfflW®' 5 jsaffE5^® >£J<i “Your conscious mind knows that smoking and overeating are bad for your health, but your sub­ conscious mind says “Do it anyway!” That’s because it ‘feels’ good,” says David Rowe. “My job is to deal with the subconscious mind and make not smoking and sensible eating feel just as good.” Self Psych hypnosis seminars have been spon­ sored with great success by more than 100 community education programs. Half way through the seminars, anyone attending who is not completely satisfied with the program will receive a full refund. Gymnastics classes begin locally April 8 A gymnastic class has come to the Maple Valley area. These classes will begin Monday, April 8 and will run the next eight Mondays (excluding Memorial Day). The price for the eight week class is $16. A note sent home with the students last week showed great interest. There will be three classes with five to seven year olds from 3 to 4 p.m.; 4-5 p.m. for beginners and advanced beginners; 5 to 6 p.m. for intermediate. Angela Botz, a YMCA gymnastic instructor, is in charge and will limit each class to 16, with two in- Manual Smith's fifth graders recently decorated a tree with colored eggs in celebration of Easter. Chris Mudry and Donna Green show spring flowers they made with construction paper. *•£* survey revealed that four out of five who attended the same stop smoking seminar were successful in their attempt to “kick the habit”. Similar success has been enjoyed by weight-loss seekers attending the weight control seminars. Part of the program's success can be attributed to follow-up cassette tapes produced by David Rowe and provided to •each seminar participant at no additional cost The tapes reinforce suggestions in­ cluded in four hypnotic in­ ductions performed during each seminar. The tapes include conscious as well as subconscious programing. CARPENTER’S DEN 177 S. Main, Vermontville • Phone 726-1043 ...when FREE you 50 Chick buy lbs. Starter. Hubbard Concentrates CHICKEN • DAIRY • SWINE • BEEF FOR SALE: DUCKS, GEESE and HEAVY CHICKENS Friday & Saturday, March 29 & 30 «•* •* «r « Live Music by... FREE FLIGHT — Top 40 Variety — No Cover — P*J# SF SAVE on all DRINKS from 10 am - 6 pm Newly Arrived — Garden and Lawn SEED (LIMITED SUPPLY — 20 CHICKS PER CUSTOMER) NASHVILLE CO-OP ELEVATOR ASSOCIATION NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, March 26, 1985 — Page 8 Two Lions named to SMAA all-league basketball team Maple Valley landed its senior backcourt on the 1984­ 85 All-SMAA basketball team. Senior Jeff Hamilton, last year’s SMAA Most Valuable Player, and Lion senior Gary Reid were both named to the select 10-man team. Hamilton,, a three-year starter, averaged 19 points per game for the Lions while Reid scored at a 14 point clip. Joining Hamilton and Reid Sports on the all-league team were Brian Eley and Mark Smoker of conference champ Bronson, Neil Ott and Scott Roop of Olivet, Tim Hayes of St. Philip, Tim Critchlow of Bellevue, Mark Barnes of Springfield and Steve Grimes of Pennfield. One other Lion, Ryan Trowbridge, was named honorable mention, while Greg Lenz was named special mention. Morawski on volleyball team Maple Valley’s Duska Kelly Adams; Springfield’s Morawski was one of nine Karen Blowers and Julie girls named to the 1984-85 Breault;. Bronson’s Jenny Grove; Bellevue’s Michelle SMAA volleyball team. Others named to the team White and Pennfield’s Sheri were St. Philip’s Sarah Ball. In addition, Carol Lamie of Kalinosky, Kelly Kennedy, Maple Valley was named to the special mention unit. Sports awards, continued Maplewood School lunch April 1-5 Spring recess. Monday, April 8 Fishwich, potato chips, corn, fruit, birthday cake. Tuesday, April 9 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, fruit, Wednesday, April 10 Spaghetti, green beans, rolls and butter, pears. Thursday, April 11 Pizza, corn, pickles, peach cobbler. Friday, April 12 Tomato soup, carrot­ celery sticks, toasted cheese sandwich, fruit, cookie. Roush, Sarah Curtis, Viki Clements, Karen Long. — First Year: Julie Welcher. J.V. Cheerleaders Carmen Hamilton, Diane Kane, Kelly Reid, Kim Hokanson, Dawn Morawski. Freshman Cheerleaders Joy Hamilton, Amy Walker, Kim Bahs, Nicole Bay ha, Rhonda Steinbrecher, Michelle Schantz, Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6.30 p.m. Lori Smith. Varsity Volleyball — Second Year: Duska Morawski, Heather Brown. — First Year: Carol Lamie, Debbie Corkins, Sara Braden, Sharon Currier, Cass Davidson, Michelle Evans, Tamara Frith, Jeanette James, Amy Laverty, Linda Schippel, Beth Starring, Sheri Forell, Kim Smith. J.V. Volleyball Mark Conklin, Anna Cournaya, Michelle Dickinson, Deana Hampton, Dena James, Monique Meehan, Diona Morawski, Amanda Ramey, Betsy Roberts, Jodi Spidel, Shannon Woodworth. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU In the spirit of Easter Inspiring thoughts, rich spring colors, and special words of snaring make the Hallmark card you send at Easterr a thoughtful way to remember family and friends. © 1984 Hallmark Cards, Inc. our traditional boxed assortments your favorite Russell Stover Candies are brightly wrapped for the spring season. Smart bunnies choose the finest in choco­ lates and butter bons when they give Assort­ ed Chocolates, The Gift Box, and Little Am­ bassadors. What a perfect way to remember friends at Easter. Fruit-filled breads add to festive Easter table Easter marks the end of Lenten fasting, and for many, that signals a sump­ tuous Easter feast, complete with festive sweet breads. In some homes, the practice of serving an Easter bread started with an ethnic tradition, while in others, it is simply an occasion to enjoy good, homemade bread. Whatever your holiday traditions, you’ll want to try these luscious fruit-filled breads for your Easter celebration. Pearadise Braid and Raisin Filled Crown are attractive enough to double as your centerpiece, but they don’t require hours in the kitchen. Hot roll mix with fast-acting yeast is the key to speedy preparation in both recipes. A refreshing, sweet blend of pears and dried fruit, spiced with nutmeg and mace, makes up the filling in Pearadise Braid. The at­ tractive shaping is easy to do following the step-by-step directions in the recipe. After rolling the dough into a rectangle and spreading the filling down the center, make cuts along both sides of the dough and crisscross the strips over the filling. For a whimsical Easter look, add pink and green coloring to the glaze and drizzle it over the braid after it cools. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS March 28 - 4-H Service Club roller skating and meeting, 7 to 9 p.m., Roll-A-Rama, Hastings. March 29-30 - 4-H Recreation Leadership and Camp Coun­ selor Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 29-30 - 4-H Horticulture Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 30 - State 4-H Rabbit Show, MSU, football stadium, East Lansing. April 2 - Pigs for Profit Workshop - Lecture on Swine Diseases, Kellogg Biological Station, 7-9:30 p.m. Cost of $3 per person. April 3 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. April 6 - Pigs for Profit Workshop - Swine Disease Diagnostic Clinic, Kellogg Biological Station, 2-4:30 p.m. Charge of $3 per person. Call (616) 671-5117 or 671-2412 to reserve enrollment. April 8 - “Planting Outlook”, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. April 10 - 4-H Horse Leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. April 12-13 - 4-H Food and Nutrition Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 13 - 4th Annual Craft Day, 9 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. April 13-14 - 4-H Dairy Goat Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 17 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. April 18 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. April 19-20 - 4-H Passport to Understanding Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 20 - 4-H Spring Style Revue Program, Leason Sharpe Hall, Presbyterian Church, Hastings. Practice modeling 5:30 p.m., judging 6:30 p.m., program begins at 7:30 p.m. PEARADISEBRAID 16-oz. pkg. 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Tuesday, March 26, 1985 — Page 10 Better management improves crop production Improving management practices can increase corn and soybean yields without raising production costs. “Although the optimum level of such inputs as fer­ tilizer is necessary for maximum economic yield, there are some management practices that can increase yield, and thus lower cost per bushel, with little or no additional cost input," says Roger A. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent. Implementing a corn­ soybean crop rotation is the first step toward reducing costs and boosting yields. A five-year study of continuous corn cropping systems in the Saginaw Valley showed com yields declined 13-percent from the first to the second year of planting, and 21 percent of third year. Conversely, rotating crops raised com and soybean yields 12 and 11­ percent, respectively, over yields produced using a continuous two-year system. Corn-soybean rotation can also save producers up to $24 per acre by lowering nitrogen fertilizer and tillage requirements and eliminating the need for corn rootworm insecticide, Betz says. This savings on top of the added returns from in­ creased yields. Planting top performing varieties adds little extra cost, but can substantially increase the return per acre. For example, the difference between an average yield com variety and highest yielding hybrid was 26bushels per acre, Betz says. If the seed costs are equal for average and top performing hybrids, a producer can realize an additional $72 per acre net return. “In addition to yield, variety’s a evaluate maturity, lodging and resistance disease characteristics when making a planting decision,” Betz says, “and remember, the best variety is the one that yields the best on your farm.” Planting corn early maximizes grain yields, Betz says. Planting corn in Michigan between April 20 and mid-May produces shorter plants with better stand-ability, allows plants to mature before seasonal summer dryness can damage growth, and enables earlier harvest and lower moisture at harvest. Fewer VEHICLES FOR SALE The Board of Education, Maple Valley Schools, is accepting sealed bids on used school busses. Bids must be received by 4:00 p.m., April 15, 1985. Vehicles may be seen at the school bus garage. Telephone 517-852-9421. 1.1977A International bus with Wayne Body 2.1976B International bus with Carpenter Body 3.1975E GMC with 28 passenger Carpenter (Cadet) Body The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and the busses will be sold on a cash basis only. than half of the days within the optimal planting range in Michigan are suitable for field work, so growers need to get equipment ready well before planting time so they can take advantage of good weather. Studies at MSU show that the optimal corn plant population is about 19,000 plants per acre. Corn should be overplanted about 10- percent to achieve recom­ mended plant populations and top yields. Planting 23,100 seeds per acre of corn instead of 15,900 seeds adds only $6.30 to seed costs but can increase income by $40 per acre, resulting in a net profit of $33.70 per acre. Plant population in soybeans is not as critical as in corn. Best yields result Beef recipes sought The Michigan Cat­ tleWomen are looking for your best microwave or conventional beef recipe using chuck, round, fresh brisket, plate, shank or ground beef for the Michigan Beef Cook-Off. This is the first year that Michigan has included microwave recipes in their state cook-off. All recipes must be postmarked by April 15th. For the rules and entry blank, write to Beef Cook­ Off, 815 Coolidge Road, Suite 307, Lansing, MI 48912. If beef is cooked properly in the microwave oven, it can be more tender and juicy than beef dishes cooked the conventional way. Whether you are cooking a beef roast and steak for company or preparing a casserole or beef burgers for your family, you will find that the microwave will save you time and energy. Microwaving is faster than conventional cooking, but the methods used to cook beef are very similar. For example, tender beef is dry roasted or grilled on a browning utensil; whereas, less tender beef should be microwave-braised or stewed to develop tenderness and flavor. Two factors will determine the appropriate method of cooking a piece of beef -- the grade of beef and the cut WEST MICHIGAN’S Largest Mobile Home Dealership selected. Most of the beef that we find in grocery stores is either choice or good grade. The choice grade is more tender and has more marbling. Less tender beef needs a moist method of cooking. You will want to use a lower power level, too. Use 200 watts or about 30 percent power to enhance tenderness and provide more uniform cooking. For medium tender cuts of beef, you can use 50 percent power or 325 watts. Tender cuts of beef like steaks and beef burgers can be cooked on a high power level. Whether you roast beef or conventionally by microwaving, the meat needs to stand after removal front the oven. This allows the flavor to develop and the juices to set while the meat firms up for carving. During this time, the meat continues to cook and tenderize if it is covered. When you cook a beef roast that is between 3-4 pounds, you will have natural browing since the meat is cooked long enough for the juices to rise to the surface and carbonize, Smaller, thinner cuts of beef may need additional browning, You may want to use a browning utensil to give tender steaks and beef burgers a seared surface and flavor. A detailed booklet about microwaving beef is available to those who send a business size, stamped, self­ addressed envelope to the Michigan Beef Industry Commission, 815 Coolidge Rd., Suite 307, Lansing, MI 48912. CARD OF THANKS - ANNOUNCES ★ 13% Interest Rates ★ New 1985 Double-Wide with 2x6 Walls residential, exterior on your slab or basement. *19,995; ★ New 14x70' Homes with 2x6 Walls Starting at... *13,900. ★ Nice Selection of Late Model 14' Wide Pre­ Owned Homes by Schult, Windsor and Kingsley Call or Stop By today for More Information NEW MODELS ARRIVING WEEKLY • NEW SHOW MODELS NOW ON DISPLAY • WE TAKE TRADES Michigan M.H. HOMES 900 W. 44th Street, Grand Rapids (Juitw.it ot 131 £xpr.uwoy) OPEN 7 DAYS p « 538-7440 4^^1.- 800-545-5545 I would like to thank Dr. Myron Williams for his visits while I was at Blodgett, special thanks to Donald and Jeanette Joseph for taking me to the hospital and bringing me home. Jeanette for being there with Scott and my family. Also Myron and Maudy, the day of my surgery. I thank everyone for their prayers, visits, beautiful cards, flowers, plants, fruit, telephone calls and gifts given me while at the hospital and con­ valescing at home, the friends who brought food in since at home and called on me. Also Scott who has taken very good care of me. Thanks to the Barry County nurses who were so kind to me. Appreciate each of you and will never forget you. Thelma Taylor. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call when seeding is based on beans per foot rather than pounds planted-per acre. A seeding rate of four to five seeds per foot of row is best for a 14- to 16-inch wide row,, but seeding rates change with different row widths. Scouting fields during the growing season can increase yields and reduce costs by detecting insect, disease and week problems before they are widespread. Crop consultants can also provide soil testing and fertilizer recommendations that will enhance crop yields. Minimizing harvest losses is another important step in raising grain production. Adjusting operating prac­ tices and machinery, measuring losses, and knowing where losses occur redyce harvest losses to one to two bushels per acre for both com and soybeans, Betz says. , Workshop planned for parents of handicapped Parents of children and children’s education. Co­ youth with all handicapping sponsors are the Van Buren conditions are invited to Intermediate School District Parent Advisory attend a free workshop on and on Committee and CAUSE special education Saturday, April 27 from 10 (Citizens Alliance to Uphold a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Van Special Education). Buren Intermediate' School To find more information District Administrative .on this free workshop, please Building in the Conference all Kathleen McCrory at 616room, 701 South Paw HPaw 628-4257. Please bring a bag lunch, Street, Lawrence. The workshop will help beverages will be provided parents learn how to work free of charge. with schools to (dan their • NOTICE • Annual Township Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the next Annual Township Meeting of the Electors of the Township of Vermont­ ville, County of Eaton, State of Michi­ gan will be held at the Fire Station Office. Beginning at 12 o'clock noon on Satur­ day, March 30, 1985. At such time in addition to other regu­ lar business and in accordance with the law, a budget covering proposed expenditures and estimated revenues of the Township may be submitted for con­ sideration. Copies of the budget are available at the office of the Township Clerk. Janice L. Baker Township Clerk • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, March 20, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Castleton Township • Annual Meeting • Notice is hereby given that the Annual Township Meeting of the Electors of the Township of Castleton will be held at the Castleton Township Hall, 98 South Main St., Nashville Michigan, beginning at 1:00 P.M. SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 1985. At such time in addition to other regular business and in accordance with the law, a bud­ get covering proposed expenditures and estimated revenues of the Township will be submitted for consideration. The relationship of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds to the entire budget will also be discussed. Sharon Bishop, Castleton Township Clerk �The Mople Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 26, 1985_Page 11 Rep. Ernest Nash Reports— Ban sought on bullet Jr' «ih, MW nW realiiiiwtaili i soget ctq mp WBmMlfflld rscttiestth •c «iie office olteH They call it “the assassin’s bullet.” It only has one use: to kill humans. And for years a state lawmaker has been trying to outlaw its use. Again this legislative session, State Represen­ tative ErnestNash (RDimondale) has introduced a bill in the Michigan House that could restrict the availability and possession of exploding and armor­ piercing bullets. The measure would severely limit the manufacture, sale and possession of such bullets. The penalty for violation would be up to five years imprisonment and-or a fine up to $2,500. These two very dangerous types of ammunition have no legitimate hunting or recreational purpose. Hunting, target-shooting and police work are all well served by conventional ammunition. The only use for these “super bullets” is murder. The exploding bullets contain an explosive in the projectile which causes the bullet to fragment upon impact with a target while armor piercing bullets are composed of hard metal alloys instead of the con­ ventional lead. The hard metal projectile does not deform or flatten upon impact with its target which increases its penetration capabilities. These bullets will pierce conventional ‘bullet proof’ vests used by police officers and public officials during the last few years. We owe it to the law enforcement community to pass this legislation. This is the fourth attempt to regulate exploding and armor-piercing bullets. Despite overwhelming approval in the House, previous bills were stalled in the Senate because of rigorous lobbying efforts by the NRA. The gun lobby has misinformed people for years on this issue. They see it as an infringment on the right to bear arms. That’s totally false. We’re trying to outlaw bullets that threaten our police officers, not harass the state’s sportsmen and gun owners. Police groups are crying out for protection from the threat of this bullet, yet the NRA keeps the bills from Tuesday, April 16 Maple Valley High School STOP-SMOKING CLINIC 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Fee ’30.00 WEIGHT CONTROL CUNIC 8:30-10:30 p.m. Fee . . To register... passage. I want to eliminate these ‘cop killer’ bullets from Michigan before a tragedy occurs. I don’t want a police officer to sacrifice his or her life on this issue, Let’s takeaction now. Proposed fund would aid survivors of officers killed in line of duty Survivors of law enforcement officers killed in the line ofduty would receive compensation from a proposed benefit fund under legislation introduced recently in the Michigan House of Representatives. Sponsored by State Representative Philip Hoffman CR-Horton),, a former Jackson County deputy sheriff, the! measure would establish a law enforcement officers survivor benefit fund which would provide a $50,000 lump sum payment to widows and dependent family members. The bill’s sponsor said there is a gap in the level of benefits paid for police of­ ficers who are killed in the line of duty. Some are well compensated and others are not. I think this ought to be corrected and that’s why I co-sponsored -support the bill. We need to make sure that the families of those men and women who make the ultimate sacrifice for the citizens of Michigan are adequately and equally compensated. Scholarship deadline May 15 Junior and senior class high school students who are interested in applying for $1,000 college scholarships should request applications by May 15, 1985 from the Educational Communictions Scholarship Foundation, 721 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045. To receive an applications, students should send a note stating their name, address, city, state and zip code, approximate grade point average and year of graduation. Fifty award winners will be selected dn the basis of academic per­ formance, involvement in extracurricular activities andneed for financial aid. Serving Our Country Roger D. Lamie Air Force Master Sgt. Roger D. Lamie, son of Carroll A. and Joyce M. Lamie of 704 Reed St., Nash­ ville, has arrived for duty at Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D. a Lamie, personnel technician with the 321st Combat Support Group, was previously assigned at Shemya Air Force Base, Alaska. His wife, Margaret, is the sister of Glenn A. Edstrom of 6821 35th Ave. S.E., Lacey, Wash. He is a 1961 graduate of W. K. Kellogg High School, Nashville. Call Maple Valley/ Lakewood Community Education 852-9275 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Under the proposal, eligible law enforcement officers would be those who are killed while ap­ prehending or attempting to apprehend a person com­ mitting a crime; protecting or guarding a person held for committing a crime; attempting to prevent a crime; or serving civil process while on duty. Survivor benefits would not be paid if in­ toxication on the part of the officer contributed to his or her death. Three officers are killed in the line of duty every year in Michgian. And each time it happens, it is an assault on society. The least we can do for those who give their lives to protect us, is to remember the families they’ve left behind. Legislation allows local units to determine rights of way for ORV’s Legislation giving local units of government the authority to determine suitable rights of way for “off-the-road-vehicles” (ORV’s) has been approved by the Michigan House of Representatives. The bill (H.B. 4039) has been sent to the Michigan Senate for further consideration. Under current law, ORV’s, including three-wheeled motor bikes, dirt bikes, dune buggies and other motorized recreational vehicles do not have the same road access privileges that snowmobiles currently enjoy. Local law enforcement agencies, ORV owners and operators, and recreational vehicle dealers had in­ dicated a need for more local control over determining the rights of way for ORV’s, similar to state laws that allow local jurisdictions to determine rights of way for snowmobiles. I believe this is necessary legislation, particulary where ORV’s are used more frequently, because it will give counties, cities, villages, and townships, the proper authority to deter­ mine how their local roads are used. By relaxing the current laws pertaining to the operation of ORVs, more flexibility can be given to the ORV laws in areas where tourism * and recreation would benefit. Certainly, many areas of the state would not and could not allow the use of ORVs on public roads and streets, but this change in the law would at least allow other municipalities to make changes to better serve each community. GARAGE SALE —-I’ll DRAW A W GET INSTANT CASH!! SELL THOSE ODDS & ENDS and HOUSEHOLD ITEMS YOU'RE NOT PUTTING TO USE WITH a Reminder _ V?' CALL \ 945-9554 r TODAY! 26,000 copies of your ad will be printed sJUESDAY!^ Record personal ad. Only $200 for 5 Words Each Additional Word 1O WHY SETTLE FOR RE-RUNS THIS SUMMER? You can have a choice of programs with a... 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A Com T-l Receiver. WHAT THE SYSTEM WILL DO: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Movies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural programming, other TV stationsand much more! Financing Available : No Money Down to Qualified Buyers State of the Art Equipment I Invest in the Best! * Competitive Prices * Full Warranty We now carry “Orbit Satellite TV Guides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified INSTALLATION • SALES * SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County” _, OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30-5:30 p.m.; Phone 945-3517 • Fri., 9:30-9 p.m.; Sat., 9-5 p.m. Visit our facilities... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant �The Maple Valley News, NasHvtHe.'Tufrsddy. March 26, T985 — Paije 12 Vermontville> by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin ARTICLE VIII The resume of the history of our village begins to draw near its end. After the Civil War, pioneer days were left rapidly behind, and this article will deal with the professional, business and social life of the village after the war. Several families still were added to our residents by immigration from the East. John Stevens from Ben­ nington, Vt. came in 1866 and Edwin Tyler, father of our present resident, Mrs. Una Moss, came with his father, Van Rensselaer Tyler, from Ann Arbor, in 1870, bringing the first hearse for the village use. We have always had cause to be proud of our physicians, and Dr. Robert C. Kedzie, who came in 1852, in many ways deserves to head the list. His 11 years here made a deep im­ pression on the intellectual life of the town. He assisted in choosing books for the Township Library, and organized a literary society which became a center for sharpening wits already keen. A surgeon in the Civil War, Dr. Kedzie was appointed professor of chemistry at Michigan Agricultural College in 1863, and the name through him and his brilliant sons has ever since been an honored one there. Dr. Almon Thompson, who later married Harriet, sister of H. J. Martin, educated at Oberlin, like Dr. Kedzie, rame in 1858. Doctor William Parmenter from our University of Michigan came in 1864, and his personal charm and happy ministrations are among my childhood’s pleasant memories. (J.M.G.) His two daughters and a son were all well-known here, the elder daughter, Ida, taught music before her marriage to Ben Stevens in 1887. A frozen cheek contracted on a fivemile horse and buggy trip to town to take a music lesson of Miss Ida for many years reminded the writer of that genuine Michigan winter day. Carrie married Arthur 100 years of local historyVermontville Allen, son of Daniel Allen, and both families went west, while George today prac­ tices dentistry in Petoskey, carrying on worthily his father’s fine name. Dr. Phillip Green, son of Amos Green, came to Vermontville with his father as a small boy, residing on a farm northeast of town now the Clyde Fox farm. He had no children of his own, but his brothers Loren and Andrew have left many descendants known well among us. He and his wife, Zella Moyer Green, were an in­ tegral part of the town many years, both singing in the Congregational choir, and he active as a physician. Their small adopted son, Carl, died a tragic death and though they took into their home at the death of Mrs. Barningham, one of her daughters, Harriet, now Mrs. R. A. Sprague of Kalamazoo, yet life was clouded for them thereafter, and their deaths occurred not many years afterward. Dr. Charles S. Snell came in 1876, and praticed until 85 years of age, loved by a host ofpeople. His daughter, Miss Norena, still resides here, a son Leroy in Detroit, and there are grandchildren left to bear his name, besides the Warren children surviving their mother, Mrs. Lulu Snell Warren. Dr. J. D. McEachron practiced here and died while comparatively young, and today we have Dr. C. L. D. McLaughlin, graduate of Detroit Medical College and in active practice, and Dr. L. D. Kelsey, an osteopath. Our newspaper, though continuous since 1875, has had different names and editors; The Vermontville Enterprise under J. C. Worchester, then J. C. Hoskins, then K. Kittridge, previous owner of The Charlotte Republican, then F. M. Potter, who is within our memory as is the name he gave the paper — The Hawk. In 1885, W. E. Holt and James Knox purchased it and gave it the name of The Vermontville Echo. J. C. Sherman soon bought out Mr. Holt’s partner. Mr. Holt was very social and full of life and fun. He still lives in Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/built in regulator .., Most Starters.... Starters w/exchg ’35" $45’5 . w/exchg ’35" w/exchg. w/solnoid...................... . w/exchg $42" Water Pumps...... . w/exchg *2995 instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Lordsburg, New Mexico. Later Sherman & Son, then Henry Curtis whose wife was Ruth, a daughter of J. N. Hawkins, a man much respected but known best as “Johnnie Hawkins” to his old friends. Lodges began early. Many were opposed to “secret societies” in those days, two men we know well, respectively abstaining from and dropping membership because of their wives’ scruples. Yet the Masonic Lodge has continued to grow and has outgrown such opinions as undoubtedly the same women also did. The Eastern Star, Odd Fellows, Gleaners, and Grange all have been well represented, but the Gleaners and Grange have no, present organization. The Edward Dwight Post G.A.R. was fittingly named after one of the old Dwight family here, and a W.R.C. did fine work for many years. The village also boasted a Woman’s Club and a Musical Society, the latter having its own rooms for a time, and giving excellent amateur programs for many years. One of our great sources of pride is 300 acres of virgin forest, still owned by the Barber family. The Rev. Sylvester Cochrane’s wife wrote back to her sister in Vermont in 1838 that the sight of these primeval trees was the grandest thing here, and that this public-spirited family have preserved for us. While the Academy provided a chance for the higher branches of learning until the first brick school was built here in 1869, the public schools for the primary grades had started early. An addition was built on the back later and in 1927 our present $75,000 plant was completed. It is modern and a proper source of pride to every citizen. The roster of faithful and efficient principals and teachers is long and honorable. We call to mind Charles McKenny, who married a resident, Minnie Aiderman, and later served as president of our Ypsilanti State Normal until his death. Our opera house and town hall was built in the ’90s. The carpenters were Rawson & Cross Bros., Moses and Henry Cross and Edgar Rawson, three men of ex­ ceptional character and life­ long residents. Parents sought for study of 'Sudden Infant Death' Parents who have ex­ perienced a sudden unex­ plainable infant death are urged to contact the University of Nebraska SIDS Project to participate in a research survey. “We have found over the past ten years that SIDS is a devastating crisis for families,” Dr. Dr. John DeFrain, SIDS Project director, said. “The more we know about what is hap­ pening in SIDS families, the more we can be of help by building a caring, supportive community.” Besides parents, the researchers would like to send anonymous questionnaires to grandparents, and, possibly. surviving brothers and sisters. All participants will be sent complete results of the study. Write to the University in care of John DeFrain, PhD., 110 Ruth Leverton Hall, Lincoln, Nebraska 68583-0809. Over the years more than 400 parents have par­ ticipated in this study. Suicidal thoughts, divorce, relocation, alcohol and drug abuse, violence, and allpervasive guilt are very common among these families, DeFrain said. “The average parent takes roughly three years to return to ‘normal’ though life never really is the same after a SIDS death.” Register in advance for food drying program, call Extension It Won’t be long before the first signs of herbs in your herb garden begin to sprout anew. Fresh herbs are always a culinary delight and your ability to save the flavors and aromas until next winter is easy if you have a food dehydrator. Did you pur­ chase a food dehydrator last season or are you thinking of purchasing one in the future? Join the Eaton County Extension Homemakers for their April lesson on Home Food Drying. The program will be held Thursday, April 4 from 9:30 to 11 a.m., at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte. Bethel Schmidt, St. Joseph County Extension Home Economist will demonstrate how to prepare foods for drying, and how to check for dryness. She will also have samples of dried food on exhibit and a few for tasting. Advance registration is required. Call the Eaton Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 to make your reservation. Free babysitting is available when registering, mention if babysitting services will be needed. There is a 50 cent charge at the door. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING : Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) news Coming events: March 28 -. Vermontville Historical Society meets at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church for potluck and a program, ‘‘Australian Travels” by Hessel and Madelyn Forest. March 31 - Palm Sunday. April 3 - Lenten Breakfast at 8 a.m., Nashville Methodist Church. Call Mabel Shetenhelm or Ava Kroger for reservations. April 4 - Maundy Thursday service at 7:30 p.m. at the Congregational Church. April 5 Good Friday service at the Methodist Church, 7:30 p.m. April 7 - Easter sunrise service at 7 a.m. at Gresham by the Youth Fellowship followed by Easter breakfast and Vermontville Choir. Regular service at 9:30 a.m. at Gresham and 11 a.m. in Vermontville. April 7-6 p.m. Easter cantata by Vermontville Choir. April 9 - Senior Girls Tea, 7:30 p.m., sponsored by Nashville Literary Club and Vermontville Women’s Club. by Ava Kroger part harmony. Also, the Happiness Emporium from Minneapolis and the In­ terstate Rivals from Louisville, Ky. Mrs. Frances Olson and Mrs. Ava Kroger spent Saturday in Mecosta visiting Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Bar­ tholomew and Mrs. Leta Nagle. Mrs. Hermina Southern, Mrs. Kate Snider, and Mrs. Isabelle Sietz attended a craft show in Ionia on Sunday p.m., and also called on Mr. and Mrs. Art Perkins and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Briggs. The syrup season is still continuing as weather stays ideal with below freezing nights and warmer days. Watching Nyle Wells gathering sap with his big team of horses and wagon brings back memories to me as that was the way the Krogers did until later Fred built a platform on back of the tractor. They were boiling at the Maple Manor on Sunday. Former friends of Mrs. Della Welshon, who lives in Venice, Fla., are sorry to hear she has had a stroke and is very ill. Mr. Cedric Wardwell, 78, a former Vermontville in­ surance agent, passed away Sunday, March 17. Services were held at the Pray Mr. apd Mrs. Gerald Siple Funeral Home on Wed­ joined the rural tours in nesday with burial in Pot­ Chicago for their trip to terville Cemetery. western Europe. Due to the Former Bismark area heavy fog, they had to land in resident Mr. Clifford Cheal is Dusseldorf, Germany in­ very ill at H.G.B. Hospital; stead of Amsterdam. The also, Mr. Nathan Foltz, a K.L.M. airlines bussed them former resident, is very ill. to Brussels where they met Woodland first and sixth their tour director. The next grades spend Tuesday at the day the Siples toured Paris Benedicts’ sugar bush, and and the following day went to on Wednesday the other the International Livestock section of each grade came and Machinery Show. They and some parents both days. also visited Place of Ver­ Mrs. Brian Benedict is the sailles. The next day was a teacher of one 6th-grade and long drive to Switzerland. Mrs. Kim (Zemke) Caudell There they visited a Swiss the other. The children had farmer and had a train ride their lunch and a weiner in the Alps. roast in the woods, and After two days in Swit­ gathered sap and had a zerland, the Siples went to hayride and were treated to Germany through the Black maple sugar and saw the Forest and visited the little lambs and other farm German farmers. Then they animals. had a riverboat trip down the Mr. Fred Adams and sons Rhine and back to Am­ of Horton were Friday night sterdam where they visited and Saturday visitors of Mr. the largest flower sale ring and Mrs. Harold Benedict. in the world, the dikes and Mr. and Mrs. Leon J. Rose of the Holland farmers before Rochester were callers on arriving back in Chicago. Saturday. “We know the adventures Nineteen persons of the and memories will furnish Vermontville and Nashville increasing pleasure in all our areas attended a barbershop days to come,” said the musical Saturday night at couple. MSU’s Wharton Center. The centerpiece of the show was the Capital City Chordsmen with 50 men singing in four �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 26. 1985 — Page T3 Risk factors that cause heart disease outlined by association SLii SLwii * «?«><' «?«> < JPs*v»x »sx ?‘^ ^S I Si S&; Sjj> ^k?JS >J*1 >1^4: ^Vja4 filititj Si ■lit Pm „ fftoiPi.Stiku tccjjo.. iPiMMtath .Sttaikthu *«ti JJUy»k ^3H? 3H? ’ !!5! ^itefcM ^itfM t^^wih ^^ '*'* siW-b^ ®fc 'ittari’.ju l*» ritet, j»> MM rtik M0wi ktjhiiiitn! AlMfl taiWin dM tauMitii itraet iitteMps nods, ud AtatniniM nd lad i nindlit^*11 streaiedtj ftiMyH4’*1 I m lit M nd Mid1 ijeliTU ftnalrtnW arsons mint ml steii’t®11’" istt leW^J jarftl ted Bend i®<ttatt.il'i„ attk.il*'i5„ m*k*5 In 1982 cardiovascular disease (disease related to the heart and blood vessels) killed more than one million people nationwide. That’s a frightening statistic, yet there is something that can be done about it. The American Heart Association has identified risk factors for developing the more com­ monforms of cardiovascular disease such as heart attack, stroke and high blood pressure. “Risk factors are con­ ditions that increase your risk of developing the disease,” said Dr. Seymour Gordon, co-director, division of cardiology, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak. “The American Heart Association cites the risk factors for coronary artery disease that leads to heart attack as: high blood pressure, elevated blood levels of cholesterol, cigarette smoking, diabetes, and a family history of early heart disease. A com­ petitive, aggressive lifestyle (Type A behavior) is also considered by some researchers to be a con­ tributing factor to heart disease. “Some risk factors can be controlled with medical supervision, including cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes. Cholesterol is a fatty sub­ stance found in everyone’s body. The body needs cholesterol, and gets it both through diet and my manufacturing it. But too much cholesterol in the blood can lead to a buildup on the inner walls of the arteries, narrowing their passageways, decreasing the blood supply to the heart, and setting the stage forr a heart attack. When the buildup and narrowing oc­ curs in blood vessels that nourish the brain, a stroke can occur. “Your doctor doctor can prescribe a diet and-or drugs to keep the cholesterol level within a normal range. The diet is likely to include reducing the intake of saturated fat by eliminating red meat from your diet and cutting down on dairy products, and using only polyunsatured oil in cooking. “One encouraging fact is that various studies indicate that average Americans’ intake of saturated fat and cholesterol has declined since 1964, and correspondingly, serum cholesterol levels (amount of cholesterol in the blood) for adults has decreased,” Dr. Gordon said. “High blood pressure afflicts 37 million people in the United States, 1.5 million people in Michigan, and is'a major cause of illness and disability. Among adults aged 45-64 it is the leading reason for physician visits. Modern medicine hasn't yet found the basic cause of most high blood pressure, but your doctor can prescribe State 4-H Rabbit Show set at MSU March 30 4-H members from across the state will gather at Michigan State University to compete in the State 4-H Youth Rabbit and Cavy Show March 30. “The purpose of the event is to provide 4-H’ers with the opportunity to compare their animals with those of other 4­ H members and to be recognized for their ac­ complishments,” says John Aylsworth, Michigan 4-H program leader. Competitors will enter their animals in breed classes, where they ill be judged on meat and fur quality. More than 160 trophies will be awarded in various breed classes. 4H’ers can also participate in an educational exhibit contest. The county with the most exhibitors will receive the Howard Zindel Traveling Trophy and a cash award. All 4-H’ers will receive participation ribbons. An auction will be held at 12:30 p.m., with proceeds going to support college scholarships for 4-H rabbit project members. Rabbit equipment and supplies also will be available for pur­ chase the day of the show. Judging begins at 9 a.m. in the MSU football stadium. The event is free and open to the public. * if die isifft^jKdt gskfi^* {tfll «fk [Ik 11* Stf> W April is time to control spruce pests Those mysterious, cylindrical swellings on the tips of the branches of your spruce tree are insect galls. If you want to control the aphids that cause them, April is the time to spray. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, says the cooley spruce gall has become very common in Eaton County. He recom­ mends spraying infested spruce trees in mid- to late April with Seven or diazinon to control the over-wintering stage of the gall. If you prefer not to use chemical sprays, an alter­ native is to remove the galls in the spring or early summer. In late July, nearly mature aphids will emerge from the galls, move to the needles, shed their skins and become winged, reproductive adults. If not controlled with insecticides then, they will lay the eggs that will hatch and over­ winter as nymphs and continue the cycle next summer. The galls are the tree’s response to the irritation caused by the aphids' feeding on plant juices. The aphids feed and the galls form on the new growth at the branch tips of Colorado blue spruce and Englemann and Sitka spruce. The aphids also infest Douglas fir, but no galls form on this host In­ stead, feeding results in yellowing and kinking of needles and needle drop. The insect commonly alternates between spruce and Douglas fir but can complete its lifecycle on either host. Its feeding does not kill a tree, but it can disfigure it. Right to Life group to meet on March 26 Maple Valley Right to Life monthly general meeting will be Tuesday, March 26, at 7 p.m. at the Community Building, Nashville. Everyone’s welcome. medications and lifestyle changes to control it “Educating patients on the importance of continuing their medication for treating high blood pressure is vital. Since high blood pressure shows not visible signs, and usually cause no symptoms, people sometimes quit taking their medication because they don’t feel sick. High blood pressure cannot be cured, but it can be controlled. “In the early 1970’s, only about 10 percent of the people who had high blood pressure knew they had it, and kept it under control. Now that figure is about 50 percent or higher in some communities,” Dr. Gordon said. “Diabetes, or a family tendency toward it, is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. But, there is little evidence that controlling diabetes will reduce coronary risk, so diabetes patients are watched carefully for the other major cardiovascular risk factors. “A big risk factor that can be controlled by the in­ dividual is cigarette smoking. The U.S. Surgeon General has stated that cigarette smoking should be considered the most im­ portant known modifiable risk factor of coronary heart disease and blood vessel diseases,” Dr. Gordon said." Cigarette smoking is also associated with stroke, especially at the younger Americans have quit ages. No matter how long smoking. The American you’ve smoked, when you Heart Association is working stopsmoking, your chance of toward the goal of creating a dying from coronary heart smoke-free society by the disease declines rapidly to year 2000. levels similar to those of “A complete physical people who have never examination by your doctor smoked. will provide him and you “There is a downward with information that will trent in the number of determine if you should cigarette smokers, but more monitor any risk factor in than 50 million adults con­ particular. Knowing your tinue to smoke an average of serum cholesterol level and 22 cigarettes per day. The blood pressure is the first heaviest daily consumption step to developing heartis in middle-aged men, 35-64 healthy habits for life,” Dr. years. In 1979. 11 percent of Gordon said. the boys and 13 percent of the For more information and girls, or a total of 3,3 million free pamphlets on risk teenagers, reported regular factors contact your local smoking. Since the historic office of the American Heart Surgeon General’s report in Association of Michigan, a 1967, more than 35 million United Way Agency. SUBSCRIPTION SPECIAl Only... .trrop $050 n The Hasting coop wrap 13 ISSUES for... River flooding Is worst in ten years (NEW SUBSCRIBERS IN BARRY CO. ONLY) S»»P far NEWSTAND PRICES!! Read the news of your local community every week in... The Hastings Banner When you live in Barry County, you want to know about the activities in your com­ munity, from the births and marriages to county government and school millage issues. 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Box B, Hastings, Michigan 49058 �SMAA Ad-League Wrestling — (front, from left) Dave Herman, Bronson; Tony SMAA All-League winners honored SMAA All-League Basketball — (front, from left) Tim Cutchlow, Bellevue; Steve G Grime*. Pennfield Gary Reid. Maple Valley: Jeff Hamilton. Maple Valley: Tim Hayes, St. Philip; (bock, from left) Mike Barnes, Springfield; Mark Smoker, Uronson. Brian Eley. Bronson; Scott Roop, Olivet; Neil Ott, Olivet. Hermon, Bronson; Scott Bowers, Springfield; Tim Moore, Bronson; Dwayne Smith, Bronson; (back, from left) Chris Reem, Pennfield; Mark Sowle, Bronson; Pat Pixley, Bronson; Dave Vaccaro, Springfield; Scott Villanueva, Maple Valley; John Forell, Maple Valley: Jim VanVorst, Bronson. Missing from photo is Lane Brumm, Maple Valley. Extension agent discusses applications for wheat SMAA All-League Volleyball — (front, from left) Jill Rose, Pennfield; Wendy Liggett, Pennfield; Laura Gropp, Bronson; Sherrie Bercaw, Bronson; Renee Abbott, Springfield; (bock, from left) Vicky Guerra, St. Philip; Therese Martin, St. Philip; Kellee Daum, St. Philip; Wendy Parker, Springfield; Kim Clover, Bronson; Anne Pillars. Bellevue; Michelle Holdcraft, Olivet. Cystic Fibrosis Bike-a-thon on April 4 The Bike-a-thon for Cystic Fibrosis will be held on Thursday, April 4 from 8-10 am. This is a correction of the previous date printed. Riders should pick up their sponsor sheets at the Maplewood School office. Meet at the parking lot of the Congregational Church for the bike-a-thon. The greatest advantage to the newer wheat varieties is their, increased yield response to nitrogen without lodging. The full benefit of Hillsdale, Frankenmuth and Augusta are achieved with up to 100 pounds of total actual nitrogen. The rate and timing of spring nitrogen applications has been under study at MSU for several years. Although the studies are continuing, certain patterns and trends are emerging. What needs to be achieved with nitrogen applications is to feed the crop at the proper growth stage. A starter applications of nitrogen (20 Ib.-A) should be applied in the fall at planting time along with the amount of P and K needed as determined by a soil test. For a field that has suf­ fered winter damage, nitrogen is most critical for encouraging tillering to make up for the thin stand. A expected to be a problem at thin stand would be con­ these N levels, use a growth sidered to have less than 18 regulator as an anti-lodging plants per row foot in 7” agent. rows. The majority if not all of the spring nitrogen should be put on early, before the wheat begins to green .up. In Modeling clinic this instance, 60 lbs. N could offers variety be put on in late winter followed by the remainder of instruction (30 lbs. N) in early May. Members, leaders, parents If there is a good stand of wheat after the hardest part and others interested are of winter, (more than 18 encouraged to attend the 4-H plants per row foot in 7” Modeling Clinic on Saturday, rows) smaller amounts of N, March 30 at the 4-H Building say 30 lbs. actual, could be at the fairgrounds in applied in late winter Charlotte. The county clinic will be followed by the remainder 50 held from 8:45-12 noon and 1­ lbs. of N in early May. Although splitting the 3 p.m. Instruction will be spring application may not given in modeling, dance be the best for everyone, for fitness, Beauty For All those growers with Seasons, Mary Kay Skin productive soils who are Care and make-up, and willing to make the extra sewing with furs. Personal care door prizes effort to put on a second N application, benefits can be and materials that com­ worthwhile. If lodging is panies have donated will be available. Leaders are asked to pre-register the ap­ proximate number of par­ ticipants to the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office (9-12 years old fl and those over 12) by Friday, March 19 at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Maple Valley Community Education SPRING ENRICHMENT CLASSES you can — Phone 852-9275 — MONDAY CLASS STARTING DATE Beginning Basketweaving 4/15/85 Advanced Basketweaving* 5/13/85 Stenciling* ....................... 4/15/85 Fun Foam*........................... 4/30/85 Gymnastics......................... .4/8/85 5-7 Year Olds Gymnastics.......................................4/8/85 Intermediate Gymnastics................ 4/8/85 6:30-9:00 6:30-9:00 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 3:00-4:00 TIME LENGTH p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. 4 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 1 week 8 weeks M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Fuller *12.50 *6525 *5.00 *2.50 *16.00 DeMond DeMond Dishong Dishong Botz 8 weeks 8 weeks Fuller Fuller *16.00 $16.00 Botz Botz 4:00-5:00 p.m. 5:00-6:00 p.m. To register for gymnastics, call 852-9275, after March 29 call 852-0749. Catering *........................ 4/29/85 7:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week PLACE M.V.H.S. FEE $3.00 INSTRUCTOR Ellard TUESDAY Candlewicking .............. Calligraphy ..................... Observational Astronomy Junior Karate .................. Gardening ..................... 4/16/85 4/16/85 4/26/85 .4/9/85 4/16/85 7:00-9:00 6:00-8:00 7:30-9:00 6:00-7:00 6:30-8:00 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. 5 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks 8 weeks 4 weeks 4/18/85 4/18/85 4/11/85 4/18/85 4/18/85 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 6:15-9:45 6:30-7:30 7:30-8:30 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. 4 4 7 8 8 M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Maplewood M.V.H.S. $12.50 $12.50 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 Gorman Buys Haug OSKA Mix M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. $10.00 $10.00 $20.00 $14.00 $14.00 Colwell Elliston TUESDAY Impact of Color ............ Basic Cake Decorating . Typing ................... Beginning Guitar........... Beginning Guitar........... ‘MATERIALS ARE EXTRA weeks weeks weeks weeks weeks Rosin Dockter Dockter County Humane Society The Barry County Humane Society will pay $500 to anyone supplying in­ formation of the aban­ donment of an animal which results in the conviction of the offense under Michigan law. (eow) CARD OF THANKS I am so thankful for the many prayers, cards, flowers and visits after my successful surgery at Blodgett Hospital last month. Thanks to my husband, Art, and daughter, Gail, for their trips through the stormy weather, and Rev. Lynn Wagner for his visits, to Otto Dahm and Tom Brady for mail delivery and other errands, and special thanks to our cousins, Walter and Alice Johnson, for cooking and caring for both of us when we were down with “flu” later. God bless all of you. Margaret Bateman �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 26. 1985 — Page 15 Teacher hopes for June jury trial to settle lawsuit against school system ijfoll* ijfoll ■*ikwj| ""W 11’?* n * i k <i! tit liiBkii, *'-«!> » sqi IlitaBii laasiRiaia !KT?ra:< las teiii nn iA talijlili k in n'ma uh i I> N ftsn -Wnto iliiirai’i M<n*>l> [ibczi aiitsili* i j jta । juste Wi mtew _bpi#ih pasiti) irsiiiniw (niJiiiift® alterf* a ffl i M*? Hi w»* w» 1 «-!* .?**» «!*.?**» I*1 USS>>'S»l £ U'Sl u> rw w DM ft W* W .<Jett W .<Jett ip’Lsi’ ’ ^> fe$ e$ k> e- A part-time Nashville resident who was denied a teaching job at Maple Valley Schools several times is hoping to end his fight against the local school district and a former ad­ ministrator in Barry County Circuit Court on June 24. James Erwin was a full­ time Nashville resident when he worked as a sub­ stitute teacher for Maple Valley during 1972-73 and also taught an adult education history class. He alleges that local school officials denied a regular teaching post to him “for no good reason.” • Maple Valley Superin­ tendent Carroll Wolff said Erwin’s suit against the schools is basically an age discrimination claim. Wolff denied that age was a factor in not hiring Erwin. “Mr. (Tom) Mater (a former administrative assistant for the district) recommended who we felt was the best candidate for the position,” said Wolff. As a result of being denied a job at Maple Valley, Erwin said he had to take another teaching position in Davison, about 100 miles away, which has caused him to lose in­ come from a construction firm he has owned in Nash­ ville since 1957. Erwin also claims in the suit that false accusations were given as reasons for his denial of employment as a regular teacher at Maple Valley. “I thought it would be a good idea if the people of Maple Valley knew that there’s a lawsuit (against the schools) for upwards of $70,000,” said Erwin recently when he contacted the Maple Valley News. Erwin said his case dates back to-1973 when he applied for a seventh grade geography position at Maple Valley but, “was denied for no good reason.” That same year, he was hired as a teacher in the Davison School District, east of Flint, where he is still employed. In 1976, Erwin said he again applied at Maple Valley when a history position was open but he was not hired...“I reapplied in ’79 and again in ’80 too. “I applied (in ’76) for a history job which I’m more than qualified for because I majored in history in college and minored in social studies, but I was denied for no reason,” said Erwin. After he was told that he wouldn’t be hired for the history post, Erwin said that he went to the board of education to find out why his employment was denied “and I was told by the school board president that they didn’t have to give me a reason and that I probably never would find out why I was denied.” Erwin said his next step was to file an age discrimination suit with the Michigan Civil Rights Department against Maple Valley Schools. “I was over 40 at the time, he said. “I think it took about two-years before I finally got a determination that it wasn’t age. Well, my next question, then, was ‘if it wasn’t age, what could it (the reason for denial) be?* “Well they (the civil rights department) couldn’t devulge that information so I applied through the Freedom of Information Act and got the information...which had part of it lined out... So I went to Senate Riegel’s office in Flint and he got me all of it (the information on Erwin’s record)...! still to this day get emotional when I think about it (what the report said)....every reason given is a lie,” said Erwin. According to a document supplied by Erwin, the reasons given for his denial of employment at Maple Valley included: a negative referral from his ad­ ministrator at Davison; a dispute with Erwin over a daughter’s classes at Maple Valley; a dispute with Erwin over wages he earned as a substitute teacher in 1973; an “attack” on the Nashville Village Council by Erwin who was said to have led a petition drive to recall members; and what was cited as a lack of recent teaching experience in the area of sociology. Erwin denies the charges against him. The document also said “Because of the union contract, more money would have to be paid to hire an experienced teacher with more degrees, than a first level teacher,” according to another reason given by a former Maple Valley ad­ ministrative assistant for not hiring Erwin. Erwin names that former administrator, Tom Mater, in his lawsuit. Since “money” was cited in Mater’s statement “that is age discrimination exactly,” said Erwin. He also said his ad­ ministrator at Davison, Richard Gunn, wrote a letter to the civil rights depart­ ment, denying that he had given Erwin a poor referral. “It was an out and out lie just to avoid the (original) age discrimination suit,” charged Erwin who said Gunn had evaluated him as having good organizational abilities, excellent rapport with students, dependability, an overall good attitude, and fine performance. “It has been most refreshing to be associated with a teacher of this caliber,” Gunn wrote in an evaluation which Erwin supplied to the Maple Valley News. Concerning the Nashville council, Erwin said he had exercised his rights as a citizen and taxpayer when he and several others protested the council’s plan to finance a new village water tower, “putting the burden of payment on the old water users and not spreading the burden properly. “I was very well qualified because I was a public works director for five-years in Nashville and I was in on the designing of the water tower,” he said. To date, Erwin says he has spent about $3,000 in pur­ suing his lawsuit against Maple Valley Schools...“but I figure my (construction) business is worth it. People call me for a job and I can’t do it (because I’m in Davison most of the school year),” he said. Supt. Wolff said he didn’t know, off-hand, how much the lawsuit has cost the school. “Some of it is covered in our liability policy program,” he said adding that there has been some direct expenses for attorneys. Last October, Erwin said his attorney and the schools’ attorneys met for arbitration in Charlotte. “The ar­ bitrators were judges and they looked the situation over and said ‘we’re going to allow Mr. Erwin $5,000’ which either side had a right to accept or reject. The lawyers’ response from Maple Valley was ‘no, we’re not going to pay any thing.... the board (of education) wants nothing to do with it.’” . “So I know a few school board members so I called four of them...and I asked them...and they didn’t know anything about it (the lawsuit)...Well, I told them there was a lie there and, in my opinion, that it was damaging my reputation and I wanted it expunged totally...” “Then about a week after that I got a letter from the Maple Valley lawyer telling me not to talk to my elected officials anymore...and stating that I had wanted to know when I would get money from a settlement” said Erwin. “I didn’t say anything to school board members about a set­ tlement.” Erwin said he wrote back to the schools’ attorney stating that he was “ap­ palled at the audacity of your letter”...and “advise you to not waste any more school Grape groyvers advised to prune vines forbetter yields This is a good year to step up grapevine pruning to improve plant vigor and productivity. A grapevine’s present health is indicated by the amount of growth it produced the previous season. Weighing the vine’s prunings indicates how much to shorten the four primary canes for optimum plant vigor. All wood produced last season needs to be removed from the vine, except for four primary canes and two to four renewal spurs. The four main canes will produce fruit this season, and the renewal spurs — shortened canes consisting of two to three buds -- will produce fruit the following year. The canes that are left should be chocolate brown, with a thickness slightly larger than a pencil for the best fruit yield. Prunings are then weighed on a small spring balance. Growers base their decision on how many buds to leave for fruiting on each cane by comparing the weight of the prunings with the figures in the following table: Weight of Prunings and Number of Buds to Leave for Fruiting respectively: less than 1 pound, fewer than 30; 1 pound, 30; 2 pounds, 40; 3 pounds, 50; 4 pounds, 60; 5 pounds, 70; 6 pounds, 80; more than 6 pounds, 80 plus. For example, only 40 buds, or 10 buds per cane, should be left on a vine that had 2 pounds of prunings removed. As the table indicates, a healthier vine produces more prunings, so it can support a larger number of buds. Overcropping grapes, which is a common problem, stunts vine growth and decreases grape quality. Using this balanced pruning system will help improve grape productivity. money on letters that will serve to be counter productive.” Of his teaching qualifications, Erwin, who has a bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University and a teaching certificate from the University of Michigan, said “I’ve got 100-hours (of university credits) in history and scored in the 90percentile on the National Teachers exam. Students come out with good scores in my classes. I’m not the type of teacher who says open your book to page 30 and do the questions and hand them in at the end of the hour...I teach them.” Erwin’s wife, Alberta, is a partner in the lawsuit against the local district. According to the Barry County Circuit Court’s office a June 24 mediation hearing has been set for the case. 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Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 aan Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 38 — Tuesday, April 2, 1985 Agnes Korner Kitchen sold to Vermontville couple by Shelly Sulser Starting April 1, Agnes’ Korner Kitchen in Nashville will be under the direction of new owners, Smoky and Flo Alidaffer. The couple, from rural Vermontville, purchased the business from Agnes Collins, the restaurant’s proprietor for the past seven years. Although Collins was not available for comment, Mr. Alidaffer quoted Collins as saying she was tired of the restaurant business. “She had been working in restaurants since she was 16,” he said. The new owners plan to change the name of the business to Smoky and Flo’s, using a sign made of Cyprus wood from Florida. Planning gradual changes, the couple states the in­ stallation of air conditioning is a definate intention, along with some menu diver­ sification. “We’ll specialize in bigger steaks,” Manager Rose Bennett said, adding that there will be three or more specials each day. The famous homemade soup will continue to be available, as well as the homemade pie. Sewer Slight changes in the dining room decor will also be implemented. To kick off the new management, the couple plans an April 10-14 grand opening celebration, offering various specials during those days. Having no previous restaurant experience, Alidaffer says taking on the new endeavor will be “a challenge” for he and his wife who will continue with their current jobs. Alidaffer has his own machine business, while Flo is an Oldsmobile employee. Alidaffer is optimistic, saying he feels business will continue to improve. “We are going to have a com- plaint box and put complaint forms on the tables,” Alidaffer said. “We feel if we offer the customers good food and good service, they’ll come back.” When asked why they decided to purchase the business, Bennett said: “We (she and Alldaffers) were just sitting here (at Agnes’) and talking. I said ‘why don’t you buy it?’ They talked about it and decided ‘why not?’ ” During the second week in April, new hours will take effect. Management also notes the doors to the diner will be open after each Sandyland show to better serve the public. Nashville Ambulance makes 10 runs from Feb. 15-March 15 The Castleton-Maple Grove ambulance service made 10 runs between February 15 and March 15. Three me die a 1 emergencies were tran­ sported to Pennock Hospital in Hastings, one to HayesGreen Beach Hospital in Charlotte and one to Leila Hospital in Battle Creek. Coordinator Dan Cook said a breakdown of the am­ bulance runs indicate there were four runs made to Castleton Township, one to Kalamo Township, one to Maple Grove Township, two non-transports, and one assist to Vermontville. The Nashville ambulance service is sustained by 16 volunteers. The Nashville ambulance service transports a patient Friday to Pennock Hospital. The patient, an employee of Good Time Pizza in Nashville, slipped and fell, sustaining injury to his back. line repairs put at5 J 8,000 by Shelly Sulser The Nashville sewer plant is processing nearly 300,000 gallons more water than usual, said council member and DPW committee head Gerald Kent at the council’s meeting Thursday. A leak in a deteriorated sewer line on State Street, said Kent, is allowing ground water to seep into the line, increasing the volume of water processed. Kent said the excess water is taxing the sewer plant to its well. Black stated in the maximum capabilities. To letter that the village owes, repair the line, estimated at the company $250 for a cost of $18,000, Kent said in damage done to Boomer’s order to avoid digging up the furnace last November when ground, a liner would be his pipes froze and then inserted inside the broken burst. The furnace was pipe. No company has yet valued at $1,000, the village been contracted to repair the insurance paying $750. Auto Owner’s says the village is line. A letter from Raymond liable for the remaining $250 Black of Auto Owner’s In­ balance. No decision was surance Company regarding made by the council. Nashville will participate David Boomer of Nashville, was read to the council by in the annual mayor ex­ Village Clerk Susan Cork- change day and will be Richard Furlong, Gerald Kent and Richard Chaffee Jr. were sworn in by Village Clerk Susan Corkwell Thursday for two year trustee terms, beginning April ’• Agnes' Korner Kitchen is under new ownership. Shown are Cindy McKelvey, head waitress; Rose Bennett, Manager; Flo and Smoky Alidaffer, owners. frASTIP paired with Stevensville, a town of similiar size to Nash­ ville. Stevensville, with a population of 1,107 is located on Lake Michigan in Berrien County. Stevensville officials will visit Nashville May 20, touring the town with the local village authorities. On May 22, Mayor John Hughes, along with Village Clerk Susan Corkwell, Treasurer Lois. Elliston, and council members and spouses will make the trip to Steven­ sville. In other business, the council approved the payment of $500 to the transfer recycling station. Corkwell reported to the council that the village certificate of deposit, a mandatory reserve for the water systms, is up for renewal on April 9. The deposit, $26,474.56, will be invested for six' months at the lowest interest rate. Two incumbents and one newcomer took the oath of office for three two year trustee terms on the Nash­ ville council at the Thursday meeting. Gerald Kent, Richard Chaffee Jr. and Richard Furlong begin their terms April 1. Forrest Babcock; village trustee who chose not to seek reelection, was thanked by the council for the eight years he spent in service to Nashville. Passerby rescues two women from blaze Mrs. Vern Haywood, 94, and her daughter, Mrs. Fancis Henion were rescued by a passerby from a blaze that consumed the Haywood residence on North Ionia Road early Saturday, fireman Ken Frith said.. The Vermontville, fire department received the call at 3:50 a.m., and were assisted by the Sunfield and Nashville units. Frith said the house was a total loss. The cause of the blaze is unknown and remains under investigation. According to local residents, the rescuer, whose name is not known by the Maple Valley News , apparently noticed the fire while passing by and went into the house and helped rescue Mrs. Haywood who had fallen near the kitchen door when trying to escape from Her burning home. Neighbors Kris and Tim. James summoned the fire department. Frith said the blaze was under control after nearly two hours of fighting the flames. Mrs. Haywood is now staying with her grandson. Attend Church Easter Rejoice in the Resurrection and the Promise of Life Everlasting 'P CH STREET naan 49CJ5. J 3 85 �Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 2 The Mople Valley News, Nos*' Nashville News The message ofEaster will be extra special this year for Rev. and Mrs. Robert Taylor of Nashville’s Assembly of God, for the couple has just returned from a week-long visit to the Holy Land, where they say many of the Biblican sites associated with the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, in­ cluding the Garden of Gethsemane and the Empty Tomb. Other highlights of the tour included a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee and walking through an ancient marketplace in Old Jerusalem. The Taylors flew from Grand Rapids, and at New York City joined a group of 30 others headed for Israel. They landed at Tel Aviv, which Mrs. Taylor says is unusual procedure these days. Much of the time was spent touring the country by bus. Mrs. Taylor is proud of the fact that she was the first one in the group to ride a camel during one stop; a few other ladies then followed suit. A visit to a Kibutz allowed the Americans to see how some Israeli families live in a communal system. The weather was “like our May weather,” noted Mrs. Taylor. Beautiful flowers were everywhere, temperatures were mild, and they had only two rains - both of them during the night. Ethnic foods were enjoyed daily, and one day the group dined on native cuisine in an Arab restaurant. The Taylors’ journey to the Holy Land was a gift last year from their congregation in recognition of their 19 years of service to the local church. Mrs. Taylor said that after others in the community learned about the impending trip several local organizations also sent them money toward the journey, so they are very appreciative of the many folks who make possible their memorable visit to Israel. RosaLee Gibbs of Nash­ ville will be among Kellogg Community College students recognized at an Honors Convocation to be held Sunday, May 5, in Battle Creek. The event is an an­ nual ceremony to recognize students for outstanding academic achievement. Those who have distinguished themselves by achieving high grade point averages are presented certificates, while students named “outstanding” in particular areas of study are awarded plaques. Mrs. Gibbs, a licensed practical nurse who is training to become a registered nurse, will graduate from KCC in December, and has main­ tained a grade average that has qualified her for the Dean’s List. She was selected for the “Career Mobility” program at KCC in which LP training and work experience count toward the RN degree. Mrs. Gibbs was one of 20 students chosen out of 200 applicants for the program. Selection was based on grade average and practical work in the nursing field. A graduate of Alma School of Practical Nursing, Mrs. Gibbs is a former employee of the Barry County Medical Care Facility. She and her husband, Curtis, are parents of two sems, ages 15 and 10. The Maple Valley com­ munity is gearing up for Easter weekend activities. In what is becoming a yearly event in Nashville, local Friends of the Library will conduct their annual pre­ Easter bake sale on Saturday, April 6, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Comerica Bank. Organizers hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to have the FOL help ease your holiday baking chores. Proceeds will go toward the many fine projects sponsored by the FOL at Putnam Public Nashville Co-Op Elevator Will be.. . CLOSED Good Friday at 12 Noon Open Saturday By Susan Hinckley Women at the church Library. Another local tradition will Community House. Speaker be observed Saturday, April for the event will be Mrs. 6, when the 1985 edition of the Myron Williams of Hastings, annual Easter Egg Hunt gets who is associated with Barry underway at 3 p.m. at County’s chapter of “Love, Sandyland Park oh M-79, Inc.,” a Christian referral just west of the village. The agency organized to provide event is sponsored by the benevolent services to those local chamber of commerce in need. Nashville U nited but organized chiefly by Carl’s Super Market, which Methodist will observe again will furnish all eggs for Maundy Thursday with a the hunt as well as numerous potluck dinner at the church prizes. Other merchants in at 6:30 p.m., April 4, followed the community also will be by a Communion and donating prizes for the Tenebrae service. An Easter Sunrise service children. Last year, in a slight departure from past at the United Methodist procedure, candy eggs were Church will start at 7 a.m. substituted for the hard- Sunday, sponsored by the boiled variety, and that will Youth Fellowship. The be the case again this year. young people and their The eggs will be secreted on parents also will have the park grounds in various charge of a breakfast in the areas designated for par­ Community House following ticular age groups, from the early service Regular toddlers to age 12, to give all worship service commences an equal opportunity to find at the normal time. Their annual “Spring the eggs. While most will be candy, a number of hollow Fling” will be by the Youth plastic eggs will be hidden on Aflame Ministries of Nash­ the grounds. Each will ville Baptist Church on contain a slip of paper en­ Friday and Saturday, April titling the finder, to a par­ 5-6, at the Y Center in Battle ticular prize or award. In Creek. The youths will case of inclement weather depart from the church at 9 the hunt will be postponed p.m. Friday and return home at 7 a.m. Saturday. one week. The monthly board The annual community Good Friday service will be meeting of Nashville Baptist hosted this year by the Nash­ Church will be 7 p.m. ville Baptist Church. Several Thursday, April 4, at the local churches are par­ church. Nearly all of her life Julie ticipating in the cooperative service which runs from 1 to Sheldon-Edger, daughter of 2:30 p.m., April 5. Various Mr. and Mrs. Nate Sheldon Nashville ministers will be of Nashville, has been a fan speaking during the of the “Raggedy Ann and program. Special music will Andy” characters created be furnished by groups from by author Johnny Gruelle. the participating churches. Now a rare-book dealer in The event will be followed by Hastings, Julie began a fellowship gathering in the collecting the “Raggedy” basement rooms of the series of books as a child. So it was quite a thrill for her on church. Special programs of a recent Florida visit to, meet Easter music are now in Worth Gruelle, son of the late rehearsal at several local author, and illustrator for churches. At the Church of many of his father’s books. the Nazarene on Easter LaDuska Sheldon, Nash­ librarian, ac­ morning the choir will sing a ville’s cantata entitled “Easter companied her daughter on Songs,” during the regular the Florida trip and was with her when she called on 11 a.m. worship service. An Easter musical will be Gruelle at his Rockledge presented on two con­ home. Before she left, he secutive evenings at Nash­ presented Julie with a signed ville Baptist Church. The watercolor of Raggedy Ann, performance of “Then Came which will become a The Morning” is set for 7 treasured addition to her p.m. Saturday and Sunday, collection. While in Florida April 6 and 7. This is a free the two visited Julie’s sister concert and the public is Paula Kimble and the lat­ ter’s daughter Julie Michelle invited. A Lenten Breakfast will be Murphy at Melbourne. Other hosted at 8 a.m. Wednesday, relatives called on were April 3, by United Methodist LaDuska’s sisters Doris Hazelton, and Eunice Priddy and husband Lloyd, all of Melbourne. During their nearly three weeks stay the ladies also enjoyed jaunts to Ybor City, the oldest part of Tampa; and also attended a book fair at University of Tampa. A group of young people from the Pleasantview Family Church of Lacey recently participated in the WOL Teens Involved Talent Competition at Factoryville Bible Church. On March 23rd the teens took part in a Word of Life Basketball Marathon at Colon. This is a growing group of young people, and they invite and encourage any youths to join them in the activities. They meet at 7 p.m. every Wednesday for recreation and devotions at the Pleasantview Elementary School near Lacey. Youth Aflame Ministries of Nashville Baptist Church will sponsor an April 20th Bike-a-thon to benefit vic­ tims of cystic fibrosis through pledges from permile sponsors; Special awards will go to any rider who collects $25 or more. Complete details appear elsewhere in this issue of .the Maple Valley News. The Nashville Garden Club will meet today, April 2, at the home of Mrs. Clifton Mason. Tea committee for the 1:30 p.m. event will be Beth Suntken, Claire Tobias and Bess Myers. Mrs. Mason will show travel slides during the program. The Mason home also will be the site of a meeting Wednesday evening, April 3, of the United Methodist Women. It commences at 7:30 p.m. and Mrs. Mason will have charge of the program on “Commitment to Christ.” Welcome to Michael Benjamin, born March 21, to former local residents Ar­ thur and LouAnn Luna of AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville North State, Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 1T1' P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: a.m. Youth^Fellowship . 6 p.m. p.m. Thursday-. Bible Study ..........8 p.m. p.m.REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.L Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.L Worship................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110S. Main, Vermontville (’/» mile East of M-66,5 miles Sunday School ..10 a.m. Church School .. 11 a.m. south of Nashville) MEvoernniinngg SWerovrischeip 117 ap.mm. Sunday School ..10 a.m; Church Worship .11 a.m. unay c oo .. a.m; Evening Service .. 7 p.m.A.M. Service... 11 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) Wednesday? AWANA... 7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road P.M. Service....... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service'......7 p.m. Sat. Mass...... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.. ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday-. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Charlotte. The 7 lb. 2 oz. lad was welcomed home by his little brother Arthur, Jr. Proud grandparents are Alfed and Helen Decker of Nashville; Paul and Estella Luna; and Esther Luna, all of Charlotte. Great­ grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Ard Decker, local, and Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Luna and Inez Silva, all of Charlotte. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week from Bunny Shaw; from Mr. and Mrs. William Harmon in memory of Margaret Engle; and from May Smith, Tom and Ann Taylor, and Jean Jensen in memory of Thressa Hess. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and of those designated in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new room. Former local resident Edna (Mayo) Herrick, a native of Nashville, passed away Wednesday in the Provincial House in Hastings, where she had been a patient six weeks. Mrs. Herrick was a former rural schoolteachers in this area, and was the widow of Leo Herrick, whose published recollections of early 20thy-century life in Nashville appeared as a weekly series in The Nash­ ville News in the 1960s. Many of Herrick’s astute ob­ servations of that era have been featured from time to time in our current weekly nostalgia series, Memories of the Past. Herrick’s work was published under the title of “The Great Balloon Ascension.” A daughter FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 <LM. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service.. . 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 3 Vermontville royalty, Ann Hummel, enjoys hobbies 33S iiknjlk !k*njwlk , S$s« S$« l ew %SSQ §*& SJSS > SJsSsS >ss ss Si? < '>Ni> *t ijSN. Si'S J * ?to. otillt to * MJ F**?^ F ^'KajolC !'K«a? jo **?!«?» *ku**l‘i . to H* e®'J ‘*S We e Mi W wMystrisiaHnij Mmom lileNmijiiKiui traces at «'l Benitk'i * is. Mason fflWtac t gf thebeen feateedlrtai ■telfine it our (tii nostalgia series, k UM dtePislW rill, to waspublishedEife) tais Ar- of "Hie trail tat of taM.” 11| uW- Her hobbies include experimenting with making biking, collecting dolls and maple syrup on top of a glass figurines, reading, regular stove with her studying anthropology, father, brother,and sister, skiing and ice skating. Concerning suggestions As part-of an essay Ann for improving the annual wrote for the queen contest, syrup festival, Ann said she told of her experiences in she’d like to see more family activities especially ones Good Friday blood bank that children could enjoy like gunny sack races and a pie The Barry County Red eating contest. Cross will hold a Blood Drive on Friday, April 5, at Pen­ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters nock Hospital, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The goal is 75 pints. MmPLE VALLEY HIGH The next Blood Bank is at SCHOOL CAFETERIA the Hastings High School on THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Monday, April 22, from 9:15 Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. a.m. to 3:15 p.m. BINGO Flessners Receive Award The managers of a cash crop operation near Woodland are one of eight to re­ ceive the 25-year award for participation in the Michigan State University Co­ operative Extension Service Telfarm record-keeping program. The recipients are (from left): Joyce and LeRoy Flessner, of H.G. Flessner and Sons, shown with Randy Jones, Barry County Extension agricultural agent. The presentation was made during the Farm Management Banquet, which was part of-the Agriculture and Natural Resources Week activities, March 18-23 at MSU. The award program, conducted by the MSU Department of Agricultural Econ­ omics, annually recognizes some of Michigan's outstanding farm managers. Maple Valley School petitions available School board nominating petitions may be obtained at the office of the Superin­ tendent of Schools by anyone interested in being a can­ didate for a position on the Maple Valley Board of Education. The four-year terms of Wayne Cogswell and Dale Ossenheimer Jr. expire June 30, 1985. LeRoy Sleeper was appointed to the Board of Education through June 30, 1985. Therefore, a one year term is also open through June 30, 1986. Nominating petitions must be filed with the Secretary, Nashville News, continued Phyllis Elkey of Hastings survives, plus several grandchildren. Condolences are extended to the family. High winds, a drop in temperatures and a light covering of snow Sunday night brought winter back to the Maple Valley area, but the season is expected to be short-lived, with more typically springlike weather due to return by mid-week. Board of Education or his designee not later than 4 p.m., Monday, April 8. Any candidate filing nominating petitions may withdraw only by filing written notice of withdrawal, signed by the candidate, with secretary or his designee not later than 4 p.m., Thursday, April 11. Public Act 322 passed during the 1984 legislature session requires affidavits of identity for all candidates filing nominating petitions in a fourth class registration school district such as Maple Valley. Petitions may be obtained at central office the week of April 1, excepting for Friday. The office will be closed on Good Friday, April 5. General office hours will be 8 a.m.-12 noon and 1-4 p.m. Nominating petitions for the four year terms have been taken out by Loren Leh­ man, Vernon Reid, Dale Ossenheimer, Jr., Marsha Ainslie, Beatrice Pino, David Hagon, and James Bryan. LeRoy Sleeper is the only one to take out a petition for the one year term. Qntup irr~i irr~i nri »lg. CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. Charlotte... 543-0920 Home...... 726-0223 • MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE • COUNTRY HOME & BUILDINGS ON 3 ACRES (suitable for live stock or horses), north of Vermontville on blacktop road. 2 story, 5 bedroom home, nice yard. Listed at $48,500(HJ-80-BV) PRICE NOW 549,900! Nice country home north of Vermont­ ville on 9/10 acre. Completely remodeled. 3 bedrooms, fire­ place, family room, 1st floor laundry, well insulated, double pane windows, house rewired and new roof in 1980. 2'/i car attached garage. (HJ-69-IV) 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM - located west of Nashville (130 acres tillable - most seeded to alfalfa), 15 acres wooded, 10 acres, mature pines and 45 acres pasture. Farm is all fenced, nice 4 bedroom "country home", tool shed, newer pole building (machinery storage) and several other barns. Price: *170,000. (HJ-52-SN) EARLY AMERICAN HOME on 13 acres, in Vermontville, nicely restored, 4 bedrooms, large open porch, previously a beauty shop was operated in the home, sets high with mature shade trees. Listed at *49,900. (HJ-70-MV) Homer and Joan Winegar A wide range of hobbies and extra curricular ac­ tivities keep Ann Marie Hummel busy. Ann, a junior at Maple Valley High School, is one of the members of the 1985 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen’s court. The daughter of Donald and Joyce Hummel of Kelly Hwy., Ann is a member of the school’s National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl team and Spanish Club. She also has been involved in the school, musical and belongs to the Vermontville Historical Society. PENNY SUPPER SPONSORED BY... 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"local" savings and loan Eaton Federal and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT UUTIINS TO SERVE TH ROME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - FNONE 643-3IG0 EATON RAFIDS, MICHIGAN - FHOHE 003-1661 NISHVILLE, MICHIGAN • FNONE 162-1630 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - RHONE 740-2011 OFFICE NOORS: 0:00 to 4:30 Moi. thru FrL, 0:00 to 12:00 ■••■ Sitanlar �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 4 This week in Nashville history (Author’s note: Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville history. The following excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s; from the Turning Back the Pages feature of the 1940­ 60s; and from various early issues of The News.) .1874.. George A. Truman is in New York City pur­ chasing a stock of new spring goods. (Truman was an enterprising early merchant who came to Nashville from Marshall in 1868, rented a store building and opened with a line of general merchandise. Thirty years later The News called him “one of the town’s most astute and respected businessmen.” In 1879 he became the first Nashville merchant to erect billboards along three “highroads” leading into town.) 1875.. . W. A. Aylesworth has commenced building another large brick store. The ground excavated from the basement was used for filling some of the holes in Main Street. 1876.. . The Christian Church has engaged the services of Rev. C. I. Deyo for another year, for the sum of $600. 1878... . The township 1878.. election Tuesday passed off quietly, with all local saloonkeepers observing the new By the first week of April 1885 a load of stone had been delivered to the site of Nashville's new Union School to start construction "as soon as the frost is out of the ground." Thomas Purkey, son of Nashville pioneer Jacob Purkey, was stonemason on the project. The school, which opened in November 1885 with an enrollment of 224 students, was completed for $8,000, and was insured for only that amount when it was destroyed by a nighttime fire in February 1902. Within a year, a similarly-styled brick school was erected to replace it on the same site on Washington St. at Queen. law and very few drunks on the streets. Of the three tickets in the field, the Republicans elected all candidates except assessor and one constable, who were Greenbackers. The Democrats failed to win an office. 1879.. . James M. Martin, imagining that his good name has been smirched, has sued the Nashville News editor for libel, asking therefor, in damages, a sum of one-thousand dollars. It is indeed flattering to be sued for such a magnificent sum and we are more honored than worried. 1880.. . There will be a temperance mass meeting at the Christian Church on Sunday evening. C. Ain­ sworth, Lewis Durkee, W. E. Powers and Dr. Young will address the assembly. It is earnestly desired that every man, woman and child who has the interests of tem­ perance at heart will be present. 1882.. . Gardening will commence in a few days. The sugar season is drawing to a close. 1885.. . A load of stone representing the beginning of the new schoolhouse arrived at the building site Monday. The contractor is on hand and the work... will commence as soon as the frost is out of the ground. James West digs the cellar, Homer Blair furnishes stone, Fred Appelman the artificial stone, and Tom Purkey does the stone work. 1889.. . Last Monday evening, before Nightwatch Reynolds had made his first rounds, and while the crowd was all at the town hall waiting for the votes to be The big Thornapp e ThebigThornapp e draincaseinApril1905causedmoreexcitementlocally drain case in April 1905 caused more excitement loc than any presidential campaign, according to The Nashville News. "There will be no steam dredge come down the Thornapple River through Nashville, taking out the dam or making necessary the removal of the bridge or the water mains m the.r,ver’ reported The News after a court-appointed jury listened to hridlf °Pe?y ?W.?ers and f'2a|ly decreed that dredging must stop at the railroad dg .w.?st °J Vermontville. That may be where Gail Buxton of Nashvill Nashville snapped this photo he labeled, The Thornapple dredge, taken May 1905." Almon G. Murray (left) was carrier on one of three rural free mail routes that started from Nashville on April 1, 1903. His route covered nearly 25 miles and served 170 homes. Two other carriers also delivered to routes of similar size. Other employees in this circa-1910 photo are, starting second from left, Len W. Feighner, postmaster from 1899-1914; Roy Bassett, Isa Newton, Coy Brumm, uniuni­ dentified lady, and Henry Glasner, who succeeded Feighner. Office in this photo is located at 101 N. Main (now Dairy Delite); stairway at right led to the switch­ board-headquarters of Citizens' Telephone Co. counted, sneak thieves broke operations at the railroad gathering place for resorters into the smoke house in the bridge west of Ver­ for miles around, and in­ cludes a hotel, dancing rear of Ackett & Tungate’s montville.) 1907.. . Len W. Feighner pavilion, bathing beach, bath meat market and purloined nine smoked hames. They has received his commission house, baseball diamond and dropped one of the hams at as (Nashville) postmaster about 80 acres of land on which are Tine recreational the fence in the rear of the for another term. 1908.. . The Girls Glee Club possibilities. (In a sub­ building, but escaped with the rest of the plunder... This and the Boys Whistling Club, sequent story The News makes the fourth loss by and Rev. and Mrs. Penticoff reported that at the sale stealing that has been suf­ and Mr. and Mrs. Long, went Cook “bid in” the property fered by this firm in the past out to Freebeck’s sugar bush for an amount sufficient to Monday afternoon. Refresh­ cover the total of over $13,000 six months. 1890.. . Sam Fowler has ments with warm sugar and in claims against it. The rented and moved into the wax were served, and all had resort later reopened under Morgan boat house at an enjoyable time. (Pen- new management and Thornapple Lake. He will ticoff was pastor of the eventually was purchased in 1938 by T.S.K. “Tex” Reid.) refit the place and fix it up Evangelical Church.) 1910.. . John Mix has sold 1932.... Reductions made thoroughly, put in some new boats, etc., and will en­ his residence property at the one year ago in the teaching deavor to obtain a share of east end of Maple Street to staff and teachers’ salaries Seroll Powers. Mr. Mix seem sufficient for present the public patronage. 1892.. . William Woodard’s expects to move out on one of needs in Nashville. Present teachers have been offered and George Swan’s children his farms in Kalamo. 1923.. . Gail Lykins is agent renewals of their contract have been sick with for the new Homelite por- through Superintendent diphtheria the past week. village table light and power plant, Wallace, who remains and 1898.. . The treasurer’s salary has been and has made several sales will be active through the increased to $25 a year and and installations near town. summer in his agricultural 1924.. . Plenty of maple work. that of village assessor to $40 syrup on the market at $2. a 1935.. . The village council, per annum. 1900.. . Roy Phillips is gallon. Some fine sugar has at a special meeting held learning the barber trade at been selling at 25c a pound. Monday night, set April 18 as 1925.. . A dearth of rain this the date fora special election Al Rasey’s... Ray Purkey is putting in a week at spring has made the fire on the water question. There Reynolds and Sprague’s hazard something serious. will be three propositions to Everything is dry as tinder chose barber shop. from, namely: 1901.. . Dan Garlinger and there have been a whether Nashville shall fight reports the sale of five number of grass fires during the suit of the state board of buggies in four days last the past week. The weather health, shut off the water at has been ideal for farmers the street, or put in a week. their 1903.. . Three free rural getting ground sanitary water system. mail routes were started prepared but pasture is 1938.. . After nearly a week from Nashville Wednesday sadly in need of moisture. of balmy spring weather, the 1926.. . The epidemic of temperature dropped 40 morning. Carriers are Almon G. Murray, Route 1 spring ailments has abated degrees in 24 hours starting (24 and one-half miles, to a considerable extent. No Monday night and a heavy serving 170 homes); F.A. new cases of diphtheria have snowfall broughtt back Wertz, Route 2 (25 miles, 196 developed, and influenza and winter in earnest. homes); and Haslett grippe seem to be on the 1948.. . Tom Maker has Feighner, Route 3 (25 and decline. bought the interest of his 1928.. . Some of the in- partner, Mrs. Nina Barber, one-half miles, serving 196 homes). The post office at teresting events taking place in the firm of Maker & Ceylon (corner of Butler and in Nicaragua are likely to be Barber and the store hen­ Curtis roads) has been witnessed by Lloyd C. ceforth will be known as discontinued, the mail for Austin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Maker’s I.G.A. I.G.A. SuperSuper­ that office now coming into George Austin, who is with market. Mrs. Barber plans the latest detail of U.S. to move back to Battle Nashville. 1905.. . E. D. Mallory was Marines assigned to duty in Creek, probably by the end g last Thursday, y, the Central American of this week. at Hastings where he appeared before republic... It is not known 1949.. . Monday’s vote in the Probate court and just where he will be located Castleton and Maple Grove argued for a jury in the “Big in that country as the townships reflected the Thornapple” drain case. The marines are scattered picture throughout the state, jury was secured and drawn, throughout the republic, which polled the heaviest offbeing ordered to report for serving at many outposts year biennial election vote duty today, (and) they will and performing an endless since 1941. In Castleton 478 go over the part of the drain variety of duties while they voters went to the polls, as in Barry County to deter­ help restore peace to the compared to a mere 174 two mine the necessity of its country. years ago. At Maple Grove establishment. (In sub1930.. . Legal action 252 votes were cast, and a sequent reports The News brought by C. L. Glasgow local referendum proposition said the case “caused more and L. H. Cook (Nashville approving purchase of excitement locally than any businessmen) to collect former Grange hall for use presidential campaign.” certain claims against the as a township hall carried After inspecting the Nash­ owners of the Thornapple 169 to 83. ville site and listening to Lake resort property has 1954.. . Nashville’s com­ objections amidst “con­ resulted in (it) being ad- munity maple syrup project siderable wrangling” in a vertised for sale by the will be given some fine free meeting with local property Barry County sheriff at the publicity next Thursday owners, the panel ultimately north door of the county when WKZO-TV, decided that the drain was courthouse on April 29. The Kalamazoo, will broadcast a not a necessity and that the property is one of the best 10-minute program featuring big steam dredge would stop lake resorts in the county. In syrup-making in Nashville. the past it has been the �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 5 Self-help seminars offered by Community Education ^JSn^ n X ** s Tx S'Jj s s5*%J S*’n '«®!i ’*** “s <tl£i ®~^iSh ®~^iS h 1 ft In 1 Ml Ml|S Miilsu . ~® Sasa **l*l*Mi *B* ■'•M Ham Jfclll SLUfriij *®s Haans 13tl* tajfcitii “■ aif:»iM« ■ hh linsaa •ibtttenjH at M i nffiteii ■nn ixiasi i>aa rililih r pa jQ-fizs tari aikrt ki mt ftbjpw b*> > ct2’ KSI*111 lien***1’ *,fl ••■% %» Jrtjjss mbe^ Hypnotist David Rowe will conduct stop smoking and weight loss seminars, sponsored by Maple Valley Adult Education program. Thousands of Michigan residents have been amazed at how easy it was to stop smoking or lose weight with Self Psych hypnosis seminars, the same ones now being sponsored by the Maple Valley Adult Education. “Too good to be true,” is the attitude of smokers who quit with no painful nicotine withdrawal symptoms and not irritability, and overeaters who changed their eating patterns with no hunger pangs and no urge to binge or overindulge. “Too easy not to try,” says David Rowe, hypotist who describes what he does in high tech terms. “With hypnosis, I access a person’s subconscious software - the programming that’s been causing him to smoke or overeat.” His suggestions upgrade the software to allow people to take charge of their lives, instead of being held back by outdated attitudes that keep them hooked to selfdestructive habits. Have a Happy and Beautiful EASTE The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml 726-0257 “With hypnosis, easy change is more the rule, than the exception,” says Rowe, whose follow-up survey indicates a success rate of four out of five smokers who complete the Self Psych program. Equating the human mind to a personal computer, Rowe says, “Few people are ever taught how to use their own equipment ‘upstairs’. They’re trying to make it in 1984 with 1962 ideas instilled in their heads. I help them change that.” The Maple Valley Adult Education emphasizes that people who want to try either seminar have nothing to lose. Half way through the seminar, after the group has been hynotized twice, par­ ticipants are offered their $30 fee back if they’re in any way displeased. Those who stay will be hypnotized four times during the session and will receive a cassette tape that keeps the hypnotic suggestions working for them when they listen to it at home. The weight control seminar will be at 8:30 p.m. and the stop smoking seminar at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16 at Maple Valley High School, 11090 Nashville Hwy. To register, call com­ munity education at 517-852­ 9275. The Community Education Office will be closed the week of April 1. Hynotists for Self Psych, Inc. have offered these same seminars for American Lung Association affiliates in 74 cities in 11 states, the Texas Public Health Association in 15 cities, the National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana in seven cities, and community education programs in more than 100 Michigan cities. Surplus food distribution set for April 10 The volunteers for the Michigan, is an attempt to surplus food program are see that government pur­ gearing up for the April chased food is given to distribution. Cheese, butter, people of lower income need. honey and rice will be The program depends upon available. the goodwill and continued A commodity card must be donations of time by over 400 presented to receive this volunteers at 50 sites in food. This card will only be CAA’s four-county service honored at the site indicated area. In Barry County there on the card. Food is are 11 sites, plus the Com­ available on a first-come, mission on Aging who first-serve basis at each site. distributes at all its meal It is suggested that people sites and to their home­ bring bags or other con­ bound seniors. tainers in which'to put the Volunteers are needed for food they receive. this program. Anyone in­ Persons newly qualified to terested in volunteering receive commodities are should contact the CAA encouraged to apply for a Office, 945-5081. commodity card at the Barry County distribution Community Action Agency, day will be April 10, at the located on the second floor of following sites and times: the Courts and Law Building — American Legion Post at 220 W. Court St., Hastings No. 484, 3801 Hickory Rd., (phone 945-5081) as soon as Hickory Corners, 9 a.m. - 5 possible. p.m. This program, coordinated — Assyria Township Hall, by the Community Action 8094 Tasker Rd. (at M-66), Agency of South Central Assyria Center, 9:30 a.m. noon, 1-3 p.m. — After 60 Club of Mid- ACTION-ADS NEW LISTING FOR SALE: Beautiful, two bedroom with “Great Room” and fireplace setting in the pines in 8.46 acres. This is a unique home. Call Jerry Walters Realty World-Hause, (616) 948-8049. 1971 ALLIS CHALMERS 10 horse garden tractor with mower, snow blower, rototiller, chains and wheel weights. Also, 1975 15 ft. Empire boat with 35 horse Mercury motor and trailer. 726-0257 after 4:30 p.m., Vermontville. (4-9) HAPPY dleville, Middleville Com­ munity Bldg., East Main St., Middleville, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Dept, of Social Services, 555 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Johnstown Township Fire Station, M-37, near Mill Lake (site location for Johnstown Township), 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Maple Valley Arms, 106 Lentz St., Nashville, 9 a.m. 4:30 p.m. — Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 Norris Rd., Prairieville, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 502 Green St., Hastings, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. St. Ambrose Church, 11252 Floria Rd., Delton, 10 a.m. noon and 1-3 p.m. — Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Rd., Woodland, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — St. Francis Church, 11842 W. Nine Mile Rd., Orangeville, noon - 5 p.m. EASTER^] ’O /£s°se i ALL HAIRCUTS .................$ £ 5 00/ ’J® Includes shampoo and blow dry. 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Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how a good driver discount can be no problem for you! Hubbard Concentrates CHICKEN • DAIRY • SWINE • BEEF FOR SALE: DUCKS, GEESE and HEAVY CHICKENS Newly Arrived — Garden and Lawn SEED Th&NoPrtbfovnfiDptiL- 1SS ’7* ’ 1’7 , ffr, Trumble Agency n F^' fv'd f’ Stan Trumble (LIMITED SUPPLY — 20 CHICKS PER CUSTOMER) S17-726-0580 NASHVILLE CO-OP ELEVATOR 178 S. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION /i J �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 6 Hayes Green Beach Hospital provides From our readers echocardiographic outpatient clinic Dear Editor: Echocardiography is a service available at Hayes Green Beach Hospital through the outpatient clinic Mondays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Scheduling of the service is handled through the respiratory therapy department. Patients may receive this service upon a referral from their family physicians (MD or DO) or referrals may come directly from the Mid-Michigan Medical Group which is affiliated with Ingham Medical Center of Lansing. Echocardiography is an examination of the heart using ' sound waves to evaluate wall motion, valve chambers, valve disease, coronary artery disease or myoCardial infarction. It is a painless procedure that does not require medication, injection or contrast dye to perform the examination. The patient is not exposed to any radiation. It is the same type of ultra sound waves used to evaluate a fetus in the field of obstetrics. The echocardiogram machine is also capable of doppler evaluation. Doppler is a special type of sound wave that is projected into the heart, artery or vein to measure the blood flow and provides information about the health of the strucutres. The Mid-Michigan Medical Group is a group of sixteen physicians who are board certified in the fields of cardiology, internal medicine, pediatric car­ diology and peripheral vascular surgery. Nancy and Laurie will be going on vacation in 1 week. Barb Byington will be taking appoint­ ments week of April 9 through 12. Dean Hankinson explains echocardiography at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. The echocardiography machine in Charlotte is operated by Associate Director Echocardiographic Lab, Dean Hankinson. The results of this examination are interpreted by a physician with the Mid­ Michigan Medical Group. The referring physician receives a preliminary report the same day of the echocardiography examination. A formal (hard copy report) is transmitted ---- COUPON r----- | While Nancy is away use this i coupon for... $5°° off on All perms Week of April 9 - 12th with Barb Byington Beauty Shop 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 1 Cystic Fibrosis Bike-a-Thon scheduled locally for April 20 Youth Aflame Ministries of Nashville Baptist Church will be sponsoring a Nash­ ville area Bike-a-Thon to aid victims of cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Banner — Devoted to-the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — • $ AOO Only JL V per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY... Send my subscription to NAME I ADDRESS I I I I I I I to the referring physician within a 48 hour period. If there are any abnormalities detected in the examination the referring physician receives that information the same day of the examination. Echocardiography is a patient service that is covered by Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross and some other private insurance carriers. CITY STATE ZIP Enclosed is my payment for: — $8.50 Students (9 months)» Une$m10oBarry Counx ty D * $12 Surround..ing C_ountxi.es $13.50 Other Areas I I I I I I disease that affects the exocrine glands of the body and leads to respirtory and digestive failure. Only 25 years ago, children with CF rarely lived long enough to enter grade school. Now due to research ac­ complishments and im­ proved treatment, nearly half of all CF babies will live past the age of 21. However, there is still not test to identify a CF carrier and there is no cure for the disease. Because of the deadly nature of this disease we want to encourge every possible person in the area to help raise fund either as a sponsor or a participant. The event will be held Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. until noon. Registration will take place at Kellogg School prior to the event at 9:30-10 a.m. Sponsor sheets will be available in the offices of Nashville Baptist Church, Fuller Street School and Kellogg School. The idea is to get as many pledges as possbile for each mile that you will ride. Special awards will be given to any rider who collects $25 or more. Any questions can be addressed to this year’s chairman Pastor Don Roscoe at 852-9808. (Allegan, Calhoun, Eaton, Ionia, Kalamazoo. Kent> Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) It was only a few short weeks ago that the ice storm caused our lawn to be covered with broken limbs and branches from the trees. In the storms that followed this debris was covered with a foot and a half of snow. The snow lasted for nearly two months. It was a period in which nature and growth seemed dead. Certainly, all was dormant. Last week I went about the painstaking task of sawing up the larger limbs and raking up the branches and twigs. A goodly number of hours were required for the clean up. Now the lawn was bare and grass was beginning to green and show signs of growth. The crocus were emerging from the ground and some of the tulips and daffodlis were also showing. Fat and saucy robins were much in evidence. New life was visible everywhere. It was spring! It is a fact that the seasons follow each other in perfect order. After the winter there is always spring and renewal. The field crops and the gardens are planted to grow and mature throughout the summer. Then comes the autumn and the harvest. Again winter follows and all growth stops, but all through the months of bareness and bleakness there is assurance of springtime. This is a fact beyond question. Anyone who is connected with the soil knows that when seed is planted it will grow and mature. How fast and how well depends upon the richness of the soil and the effort that goes into the preparation and the cultivation. The farmer, or the gardener, has faith that the seed will grow and make possible the harvest. Sometimes these are bountiful. Adverse weather, drought, early frost, disease, weeds etc. can make the harvest meager. But always, somewhere, sometime the results are bumper. All life is like that. The theme is this: seed has to be planted after the soil has been prepared. No matter how good the preparation, without the planting there is not harvest possible. In our section of the world the renewal of nature that comes with the spring coincides with the of Easter and its promise. There has always been the age old question, “If a man dies will be live again?” (The Biblican referrence is to both sexes) The Easter message says —Yes! It is a matter not unlike a farmer planting the seed. The seed here is the faith to believe that the Lord lived, died and rose again to make, eternal life possible, “even to those who believe on His name!” The planting is within the human heart. Happy Easter to All. Edgar Fleetham Commissioner CARD OF THANKS The family of Robert J. Cutcher wish to thank our relatives, friends, Carl’s Supermarket, and neighbors for the flowers, food, cards, calls and offers of assistance at the sorrowful time and loss of our loved one. A special thanks to Father Pohl for his comforting words and to David Wren and staff for their kindness and efficiency, and also to Nashville Ambulance Ser­ vice and Hayes-Green-Beach Hospital emergency staff for working so hard to try and save him. Also, to the pallbearers, Mary Gurd for the music, and the Ladies Aux. of the VFW 8260 and the ladies of St. Cyril Church for the lovely lunch. May the Lord bless each one. Tillie Cutcher James R. Cutcher and family Robert & Dorene Dean and family Irene’s Beauty Shop • 852-9107 Dark, Light and Colors Chocolate.. dCa lb. Mixed $040 | Chocolate... I Appolo Molds I i I . ..80;[ ln» C*A K$1 75 I Mold....................... 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Students may also enter the Performing Arts category and perform during Youth Day with all per­ formances held on the theatre stage. Entries in all categories will be evaluated according to five grade levels - Kin­ dergarten and first grade, second and third grade, fourth and fifth grade, sixth through eighth grade, ninth Own a beautiful... Children’s Shop Offering the latest in fashions •Health Tex *lzod *Levi *Lee *Chic *Jordache 'Buster Brown and many more. Furniture-accessories and toys by Gerber and Nod-A-Way. $14,900.00 to $17,900.00 in­ cludes beginning inventory-training-fixtures-grand opening promo­ tion and round trip air fair for two. Prestige Fashions Phone... 501-329-8327 Emily Ball, Molly Burns, Darwin Morgan and Michelle Napier (sitting) of Lansing's Boarshead theater sing about Michigan as a part of their performance of "Get A Handle on Your Mitten" at Fuller School Friday, the play wraps up three part play acting and writing workshop for fourth graders there. The workshops were funded by the Michigan Council for the HumaniHumani­ ties. through twelfth grade. Information and entry forms are available from area schools or any of the following sponsors: Eaton Intermediate School District, Eaton County Parks and Recreation, and the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service 4-H Program. Entry deadline for all exhibits and performances is May 1, 1985. The students listen intently as they learn about Michigan history from the Boarshead actors. Fiddlers’ Jamboree & Old­ Time square Dance set Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Old-Time Square Dance, Saturday, April 13, at Maple Leaf Grange Hall, four miles south of Nashville, M-66. Jamboree 2-5 p.m.; Old­ Time Square Dance 7-11 p.m. Free admission. Donations appreciated. Come join the fun. (4-9) parade of (Values ORAL B TOOTHBRUSHES AVEENOBAR LADY’S CHOICE REGULAR, OILATED OR MEDICATED 20Z. 189 I25 DEXATRIM , MISS BRECK HAIR SPRAY 9 0Z. "Get a Handle on Your Mitten" depicts events in Michigan history. Here, the actors portray policemen in search of a prank phone caller. EXTRA STRENGTH OR EXTRA STRENGTH CAFFEINE FREE 88 ADVIL 50’S 329 2O ’S ASPERCREME 3 0Z. 233 MYLANTAII TABLETS 60S LIQUID 12 OZ. The actors hold signs showing the various types of produce grown in Michigan. 219 2^ IA i m e SE ?, o ie v e/G®® ^ C A N D IE S ANDIES 040385 ^|a££wuvi^ Cards for Easter HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 ACTION-ADS • HELP WANTED • — Party Store Clerk — LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Nashville — Vermontville Area ... Parttime, Evenings and Weekends. Must be 21 years old. Minimum wage to start. Write, giving name, address, age, phone, and past experience to ... SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) C/O Hastings Reminder Ad No. 1006 P.O. Box 188, Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 9 Vermontville candy shop prepares for shoppers eager to fill empty baskets By Shelly Sulser In Vermontville, the Sweet and How Good Shop, owned by Serena Goodenough, is gearing up for Easter candy buyers who want to fill baskets with tasty chocolate delights. Goodenough was found in her kitchen, early Monday morning, busy making the delicious treats that will Saturday, April 13,1985 10:00 AM-12:30 PM At... Maple Valley High School Presented by... Nashville Baptist Church Fashions By: J.C. Penney Color Consultant... Mary Dailey Tickets... *5.00 Call Church Office for Tickets... Many types, of Easter candy are ready to be sold in the Sweet and How Good Shop in Vermontville. 517-852-9808 Get All Your Easter Needs at Kelley’s ★ Baskets ★ Pails ★ Novelties Beautifully filled and wrapped — or fill your own • Grass • Eggs • Dye • Cello Wrap • Empty Baskets • Etc. Temendous Selection - All your Favorites Jelly Beans $119 lb.Chocolate Novelties, Rabbits, Etc. Serena Goodenough makes a chocolate rabbit to be sold in her store when completed. Cutest Bunnies you ve seen, pric to. a099 $ &Q99 S Happy Easter from... Girls Easter Dresses Maple Valley Loads of New Spring Blouses STANDARD I Full service convenience station, serving you with sandwiches, sandwiches pop, pop Easter candy, candy milk, milk snacks and daily newspaper. j Special, 10W40 Amoco Oi | Located corner of M-66 & 79, Nashville Use of Video Player for 1 day FREE With gas fillup (’10 minimum) ..COUPON--— $12" Ladies: See our New 2 pc. Suits — Great Price | Variety Store phone852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Downtown Nashville �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2,1985 — Page 10 Minutes of Regular Meeting Held March 14,1985 Village of Nashville The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held March 14, 1985 was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville. Present Chaffee, Harvey, Kent, Babcock and Tobias. Absent, G. Frith. Minutes taken by Lois Elliston in absence of the clerk. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the Public Hearings were read and approved. Motion by Tobias, supported by Chaffee that the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on treasurer for the same. All Ayes. Motion Carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell............................ 31.74 Consumers Power (Office) . 188.68 Consumers Power (Street) 1,180.40 Jackson National........... .483.30 Blue Cross/BlueShield . . 626.34 American Bankers Life . . 268.40 Mace Pharmacy............. ....... 7.67 Comerica......................... ... 15.00 Nashville......................... ....... 7.65 Kelley's 5* to $1.00 Store ... 9.91 J-Ad Graphics......... .............. 57.84 Michigan Municipal Clerks... 20.00 Maple Valley News.................. 86.15 86.15 Grandmas Greenery................ 15.25 Hecker Agency 84.00 Arrow Overall.Supply................ 9.00 Sweepster......................... Hometown Lumber.......... Purity Cylinder.................. 159.40 ....8.29 ...30.47 STREET DEPARTMENT Reith Riley Const. Co....... 37.00 Municipal Supply....................... 37.60 Scott Civil Engineering ....... 400.21 Duane Hamilton Exc............. 742.00 Asplund Tree Experts...... 1,440.00 POUCE DEPARTMENT GARAGE ANB EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell............................ 30.32 Jackson National................. 263.60 Blue Cross/Blue Shield ....... 322.16 American Bankers Life 77.80 Powers Shell.................. 17.00 Communication Specialist... 39.35 General Electric........... .13.20 Michigan Bell............................. 32.76 WATER AND SEWER Consumers Power................. 622.43 Arrow Overall............................. 10.30 Nashville Hardware................ 30.72 Powers Shell............................... 19.75 O'Dell Towing............................ 70.00 Pioneer Manufacturing....... 104.00 Mussers Service.......... ...72.00 Nashville Auto & Farm . 64.55 Municipal Supply.......... 224.61 Galesburg Lawn Equip. 225.90 Goodyear...................... ...89.40 Powers Shell............ 414.24 Fowlers........................ .846.80 Maple Valley Implement....... 28.82 Kent Oil Co............................... 435.05 Jerry's Tire And Auto 144.07 Michigan Bell (Water).. .13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer).. 102.32 Consumers Power (Water) .619.94 Consumers Power (Sewer) .994.75 Water Pollution Control ....... 62.00 Am. Marsh Pumps.............. 145.80 Carl's Markets.......................... 36.59 Jones Standard........................ 100.00 Municipal Supply................... 111.50 The Hecker Agency............... 500.00 Chempace Corporation ....... 482.24 Pleasant Telephone.............. 24.50 Doubleday Bros................... 861.38 Dias Inc..................................... 279.00 U.S. Postmaster...................... 48.86 Arrow Overall............................... 9.00 Nashville Hardware................. 9.85 “IF I CAN STEAL A SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE, SO CAN YOU.” Leon Frith, Superintendent of the Deportment of Public Works gave the D.P.W. report for the month of February, 1985. Sgt. Gene Koetje gave the police report for the month of February 1985. A resident on Reed was present concerning the removal of a tree infront of his residence. Motion by Tobias, supported by Harvey that the Police Policy change in Bargaining procedure for the Officers and the Police Department recommended by the Police Committee be adopted and placed in the Policy Folder. All Ayes. Motion Car­ ried. Motion by Kent, supported by Harvey to purchase 420 feet of 1 ’/» inch rubber hose at a cost of $512.08. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Kent to install water tank on the 1974 Chevy Dump Truck at a cost of $400.00 and sell the box and hydraulics for box. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by Harvey, supported by Babcock to un­ freeze the Police wages and give Police officers 20' per hour increase retroactive to March 1, 1985. All ayes. Motion Carried. Motion to adjourn by Kent, supported by Babcock. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. John Hughes, President March 28, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk Highway bridges need inspection every 2 yrs. Federal and state laws require that all highway bridges be inspected at least every two years. National concern about the deteriorating condition of highway bridges has been increasing ever since the Silvers Bridge between Ohio and West Virginia collapsed a number of years ago. Congress annually ap­ propriates critical bridge funds which are distributed to the states, who then pass a portion of these funds on to local units. The Michigan Legislature has also established a state critical bridge fund in ad­ dition to the federal funds. However, the problem of worn out bridges is so large and widespread that state and federal critical bridge funds are barely making a dent in reducing the problem. Eaton County is not an uncommon example. Ac­ cording to Earl Marquardt, chairman of the board of Eaton County Road Com­ missioners, approximately 40 percent of the 97 bridges on the Eaton County road system are in need of replacement. “Most of the deficient bridges in Eaton County are posted for severe reduced loading,’’ Marquardt said, “however, several are closed to traffic completely.” Reinspection of all Eaton County bridges has just been completed by the road commission’s consulting engineering firm and the inspection reports are ex­ pected within 30 days. Marquardt stated that as soon as the new inspection reports are received, ap­ plications will be prepared for state and federal critical bridge funds to replace several of the more imrtant bridges. “Since we must compete with the rest of the state, funding is not assured,” Marquardt cautioned. The Eaton County Road Commission is also at­ tacking the problem on another front. The Eaton County Board of Com­ missioners has been making an annual appropriation to the road commission and for the past several years the road commission has used these funds to replace small local road bridges. In 1984 the county board appropriated $200,000 which was used to replace a bridge on Moyer Road over the Thornapple River in Chester Township, a bridge on Valley Road over Shanty Brook in Kalamo Township and a bridge on Butterfield High­ way , over Big Creek in Walton Township. The county board has appropriated $185,000 to the road commission in 1985, and Marquardt said, “These funds will be used to replace bridges in a similar manner to 1984.” College scholarships offered The Suzuki Factory “Cashback” Deal. It’s a license to steal. Come in today and make your best deal on selected bikes, and get up to $500 cash back from the factory, depend­ ing on the bike you choose. You’ll find exciting deals on 17exciting models. Everything from the World Champion 125 Motocross to the ultimate cruiser, the Madura GV1200. With the GS750TZ going for 50% off the original price. And a $500 factory rebate on the GS450ED. Plus many more. Ifyou don’t steal these Suzuki motorcycles, someone else will. But hurry. On May 31st, you’re going to lose your license. 9Rebates only apply to vehicles currently tn dealer inventory Bob’s Service Shop 610 S. WELLMAN RD., NASHVILLE 852-9377 Through the generous donations of county businesses, organizations and the Extension Homemakers Association, the Eaton County College Week Committee is offering scholarships to persons interested in attending College Week. College Week is sponsored by the Cooperative Ex­ tension Service and will be held at Michigan State University on June 17-20, 1985. College week is a learning experience which includes more than 60 classes, workshops and films; presented by experts and highly qualified specialists, pertaining to the enrichment of family life. The scholarship com­ mittee gives special con­ sideration to young homemakers with children, older women who wish to retool, those that need financial assistance and individuals with leadership potential. If you would like to attend College Week, scholarship applications are available from Mona Ellard, Ex­ tension Home Economist. Call the Eaton Cooperative Extension Office or drop by to obtain the application form. Deadline for scholarship application is April 19th. ACTION-ADS KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored .inside on concrete, (tfn) ANTI-SMOKING BILLS INTRODUCED - Legislation prohibiting smoking in public places, except where designated, has been introduced in both the Michigan House and Senate. If approved, designated smoking areas would be created in office and commercial buildings, meeting rooms and other public places. A similar bill was introduced last year, but was defeated. BLESS THE TOURISTS! - The Michigan Travel Bureau has announced that tourism in Michigan in 1984 added $11.4 billion to the state’s economy. The number of people traveling rose four percent over 1983, and tourist spending rose nine percent. TEEN PARENT PROGRAM - According to 1983 statistics from the Michigan Department of Public Health, 8 percent of all teenage girls in Michigan became pregnant and 13 percent of all births that year were to teenage mothers. In an effort to offer assistance, the Michigan Department of Social Services has instituted a new service, the Teen Parent Program. This multifacetted approach to the problem will deal with prevention, education, prenatal care, and postnatal support for teenage parents. Portions of the program have been available in some areas of the state, but the services will now be available throughout Michigan. “EXPLODING” BULLET BAN APPROVED BY HOUSE - Bullets capable of piercing standard bulletproof vests, or “exploding” bullets, would be banned in Michigan if the Senate approves H.B. 4271, legislation that was approved by the House earlier this month by a 81-7 margin. Proponents of the bill claim that the special bullet’s only purpose is to kill people, particularly law enforcement officers who wear protective vests. The bill would ban the manufacture, sale, and possession of the “exploding” bullet. MICHIGAN HELPING CHINA SAVE PANDAS - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has presented the Sichaun Wildlife Conservation Association of the People’s Republic of China with $745.65 in private donations from the DNR’S “Panda Gift Fund”. The fund was established last year by the DNR to help save the world’s dwindling giant panda population that is native only to China, with a concentration in the Sichuan Province, Michigan’s sister state in China. Donations may be sent to “Panda Gift Fund”, DNR Administrative Services Division, Box 30028, Lansing, MI 48909. SINGLE PARENT DAY CARE AID AVAILABLE - If you are a single parent with two children, working full-time, but earning less than $7.50 per hour, you may qualify for financial assistance from the Department of Social Services to help cover the cost of day care, even if you are not a welfare recipient. Over 13,000 non-public assistance families are participating in the program. Contact your local social services office for more details. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at... Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Poge 11 PCA • h s Students perform “The Bunny of the Year” Students in Mrs. Long s third grade class at Fuller Street school in Nashville perform a play for their parents Friday. "The Bunny of the Year" was put on in celebration of the upcoming Easter holiday. iSS !&•■' w ssssm ^sm ‘*31*4 2>* ■' SS**..!, gft ■ ‘^s w JJSiS^*’W*ta*M h Jis*** ■““■•kStetal E®s^®E3ita>ll '•^ ^^Srasha qlB OMMliM-lfa s’iMaatiE&titt ■MlqraiiHhs kaibminipiMih l'»ll«Gssa!iEJ ■lina'jKwn® iteKtt Mu ijiiiil 0i «#* Amos Fox to speak at banquet by Troy Thompson MSU beef specialist, Amos Fox, will be the guest speaker at this years annual FFA banquet to be held at the High School in May. Amos is a long time resident of Vermontville, attending school here and was a member of the charter FFA chapter back in 1936-37. Amos is best known throughout the state of Michigan for his per­ formance testing program that he heads at Michigan State University where he has worked for the past 37 years. Amos has involved himself as an officer or board member in many cattle and youth organizations such as the Michigan Angus Association, Polled Hereford Association, Michigan Jr. Livestock Society, and many others. He has judged many FFA, 4-H and open livestock shows and has recently retired as beef superin­ tendent of the Michigan State Fair. Whenever there is a cattle show or youth event in­ volving kids and their cattle Amos will be there. Vermontville is home for Amos and his wife Virginia. They have four children and four grandchildren. His plans are to continue to support youth in Michigan anyway he can, and as Amos puts it, “Kids are just great”. More volunteers needed to help with 'special* riding Withjust three weeks to go before the spring session of the Eaton Special Riding Program begins, the Volunteer Association is issuing a call for more volunteers to help with its program of therapeutic and recreational horseback riding instruction for the handicapped. The “Special” riders meet on the eight Fridays from April 12 through May 31. All riding classes are conducted at the open-air ring behind the Eaton Intermediate District building at 1790 Packard Highway, Charlotte. Planning for inclement weather includes learning sessions to be held inside the school. Provisions have been made to offer day care services on riding days to those volunteers with young children. On April 10, from 10 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. a brief orientation and training workshop is scheduled for Special Riding Volunteers at Meadowview School (Eaton ISD facility Packard Hwy., Charlotte). During the workshop volunteers will be introduced to the purposes and procedures of the riding program, tour Meadowview, and learn effective ways to assist riders by reinforcing the instructor’s lessons. Anyone interested in learning about the Special Riding Program, and in volunteering some time and effort in this exciting and rewarding activity are in­ vited to contact one of the following: Sherry Ritsema, 543-7898; Jan Tirrell, 543­ 6278; Maggie Bisel, 663-3138 (call after 5); Debbie McCrumb, 649-8534. In­ formation is also available through the 4-H Youth Program at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. ; ' - The Maple Valley FFA chapter is looking forward to having Amos Fox as their guest speaker. Eaton 4-Hers attend center Seven Eaton County 4-H youth and adtilt leaders attended workshops recently at the Kettunen Center, the state’s leadership training facility in Tustin. Doug Buck and Bill Flower of Charlotte; Garrett and Barry Madry of Bellevue; Dave and Terri Kosbar of Grand Ledge; and Bob Maihofer of Olivet, represented Eaton County at the Spring Galaxy Meeting of 4-H Horse Developmental Committees and Subcommittees. The workshop was designed so that Eaton County participants will be able to share new ideas and skills with other 4-H’ers back home after the conference. For more information about these workshops or other 4-H activities, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 •NeWConstruction*Service«Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens No Money Down to Qualified Buyers State of the Art Equipment Comp|ete Kits Invest in the Best! at Special Prices * Competitive Prices * Full Warranty DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. The gymnastic classes are you would like your child scheduled to begin Monday, enrolled in this class, please April 8, at Fuller Street call 852-0749. Also there are openings for School. The sessions will run eight the intermediate and ad­ vanced class. This is open for weeks and cost $16. . There is a waiting list for all ages with more ex­ the 3-4:30 p.m., 5-7 year old perience. Please call Brinda class, also for the 4-5 p.m. Hawkins at 852-0749 for more beginners class. Children on information. 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The membership at the annual meeting also elected the following people to a nominating committee for the selection of next year’s candidates for directors. The Nominating Committee members elected were: Phil Conklin from Eaton County, Melvin Stofer from Ingham County, Mike Esper from Livingston County, Tom Semans from Shiawassee County, Russell Manning from Clinton County, Larry Keilen from Ionia County, and Earl Wilson from Barry County. 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A Com T-l Receiver. Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties mil*’ and this is being planned for the fall of 1985. William Henquinet, from Mason, president of PCA of Lansing, reported that the Lansing association had a loan volume outstanding as of December 31, 1984 of $113 million to its members of 2787 in the eight and one half county area that they ser­ vice. He also reported on credit quality. in the association and reserves for losses and earnings to date. The Lansing association has the largest volume outstanding for the PCAs in the State of Michigan of which there are eight and has the largest membership. The association serves the counties of Ingham, Livingston, Oakland, Genesee, Shiawassee, Clinton, Ionia, Barry, and Eaton with its seven branch offices. The association makes loans to farmer­ members for operating, equipment purchases, real estate improvements, and livestock loans. It also offers You can have a choice of programs with a... The Maple Valley Mens Softball Association will hold an organizational meeting April 9 at 7:00 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. All people interested in either sponsoring or managing a team should attend. For more information call Sharon at 852-0713. GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY The 51st Annual Meeting of the Production Credit Association of Lansing, located at 525 N. Okemos St., Mason, was held at Long’s Convention Center on March 23. There were 1,000 members and guests in attendence at this annual meeting to hear a report from the board of directors and its* chairman, Tony Thelen, from Pewamo, and its’ president, William D. Henquinet, from Mason. The terms oftwo directors were expiring and the membership elected Tony Thelen from Pewamo in Ionia County and C. Bruce Russell from Fowlerville in Livingston County as directors for a term of three years. Ted Harms, from Eaton County and vice chairman of the board, gave the direc­ tors’ report, reviewing director’s duties and the process on a proposed merger with the Alma association and realignment with the Federal Land Bank of St. Johns. This is planned to be in operation as of January 1,1986, which would correspond to this defination: A customer driven and professionally managed service to be marketed by a single management structure with a common territory, delivering all services in­ cluding long-term, short­ term, and co-op credit, with one office, one loan officer, and one CEO. This is being done to improve the quality and efficiency of the product we plan to offer our mem­ bers. Director Doug Witt, from Clinton County, further expanded on the timetable for hiring of one CEO, of merging of the associations, and realignment and in­ dicated the new corporate headquarters would be located in St. Johns, Michigan and would operate under the title of Farm Credit Services of Mid Michigan. All mergers would require a vote by the stockholders before finalized WHY SETTLE FOR RE-RUNS THIS SUMMER? Softball meeting April 9 RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumpsL^r- annual meeting draws 1,000 for Do-It-Yourselfers We now cany “Orbit Satellite TV Guides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified INSTALLATION • SALES • SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County” _ ___ OPEN: Mon. - Thurs., 9:30-5:30 p.m.; Phone 945-3517 • Fri., 9:30-9 p.m.; Sat., 9-5 pp.m. Visit our facilities... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2,1985 — Page 12 Vermontville by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin Part IX In giving consideration to a town’s development and growth, the increase of business opportunities becomes a prime factor and after 17 years during which Bellevue, Marshall and Battle Creek were the principal trading points, the opening ofa store with a fair­ sized general stock, by the firm of Hale and Frink, was an important event of 1853. This was followed by a succession ofbusiness places and the names of Wells R. Martin, Homer G. Barber, D. F. Barber, Henry J. Martin, James Fleming and W.H. Benedict are prominently connected with Vermontville mercantile activities during the 20 years from 1855 to 1875, while some of them continued in business for years after that. Anything like a complete roster of the men who were the “backbone” of Ver­ montville commercial life is not possible but the names of O.G. Stebbins, Willard Dickinson, Wm. Bodine, Daniel Church, M.J. Cun­ ningham, and Frank J. Bailey come at once into the thought, all of whom have passed beyond except Mr. Bailey, who at the time this was written has been the longest continuous resident 100 years of history of the village, retired from business but still mentally alert at the age of 84. Since the early 80’s we find the names of C.E. Ham­ mond, Andrew Aiderman, George Lamb, Frank Loomis, A. G. Jewell, George W. Browning, HoraceL. Curtis, J. B. Stone, Charles and Frank Hull, Chester and Frank Ambrose, S. S. Rockwell, J. C. Downing, David Young, Spencer Allen, Daniel Allen, M. L. Stiles, S. A. Fuller, W. M. Griswold, and John Rhodes to whose public spirit while village president, we owe our present sub­ stantially built Town Hall. All of these have left the earthly scene of their labors. E. B. Hammond, E. D. Barber, W. C. Alsover, C. A.'' Anderson and E. G. Bowman have played their large part in Village life. To Mr. An­ derson’s activity is due our present fine pavement in the center of the village, while to the enthusiastic optimism of Mr. Roy Mathews we owe in large part the building of our present day fine school building. There are many others from the beginning up to the present whose names recall those who in a more quiet way contributed to a wor­ thwhile village life. We may mention the names of Fay, Sprague, Lake, Tracy, Hyde, Kelley, Bale, Hanford, For Your Insurance Needs . on • LIFE • HEALTH • IRA • HOME and • AUTO call... The Denny Smith Agency Agents: DENNY SMITH & BOB HARVEY 852-1801 or 852-1703 Tyler, Morey, Dorman, Slout, Lackey. These fit into the woven pattern of Ver­ montville history for it is not always the brightest threads that tend to a “firm stuff” but the warp which is the background and firm foundation for the weaving, though oft times of neutral color. When the history was written: only two familiar names - Barber and Lamb were seen on Main Street but the group of people - a list too long to enumerate - who are engaged in our present business activities still co­ operate and succeed in keeping Vermontville a popular trading point. While this record deals of necessity with the general growth of Vermontville in every line, and in which the men of the community played the larger and more prominent part, it should never be forgotten that back of these stood the pioneer women who in silent but staunch loyalty to their men, endured with extreme for­ titude and patience all the hardships of life in a new country. Who, amid con­ ditions of insufficient housing, scanty food at times, lack of every comfort, beset by homesickness, still “carried on.” My grand­ mother, Emily R. Martin, who spent the last 50 years of life in this Michigan town never, until her passing in 1885, was able to quite overcome her homesick longing for the Green Mountains of her native Vermont. All honor to those pioneer women and their equally brave successors! Communications In no line of progress during the last century are differences more marked than in the constantly im­ proving methods of com­ munication. 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The Michgian Central R. R. brought Detroit papers to Jackson, a stage transported them to Charlotte, and a local “purse” was made up to hire a pony-rider to bring them each day to Ver­ montville. No one retired till every item of news had been read. When the Grand River Valley R. R. was built, telegraph communication became possible and frequent mail, but that was not until 1870. The entrance of the first telephone line into the village with a pay-station in the store of Stone and Hull was another milestone in local history^ The writer (J. E. M.) recalls as a child, playing with a toy - “contraption” consisting of two pasteboard cups, the bottoms covered with skin and in the center of each a cord was fastened with a knot. This cord had a length of some 40 feet thus uniting the cups. We thought it a marvel to hear remarks whispered by a child at the far end when holding a cup to the ear. Dr. George Parmenter of Petoskey has contributed to this article a bit of personal recollection about the Bell telephone line which came through the town somewhere in the late 80’s. His father, Dr. Wm. Parmenter, had, prior to this date, installed a mechanical phone of a crude character between office and home. This consisted of two silk drums with outside circular rims ofwood, and a wire was stretched in a straight line across the lots. To “call,” a signal was given by tapping the drum with a pen-knife or some other hard instrument. There were no poles and the wire was fastened to trees. It was Dr. George’s duty to act as “line-man” and repair any break caused by wind or storm. We quote now directly from Dr. Parmenter: “On my way home from school one noon, probably in the year 1887,1 noticed a gang of men digging post holes and putting up long poles right through the main street of Vermontville. This was something new and I wat­ ched the process and asked questions. I noticed that the line of poles came to the corner by the Methodist Church and turned east. I was told they were for a telephone line from Grand Rapids to Detroit Here was news! I hurried home and at the dinner table told the family what I had seen and heard and, guided by my long experience and being an old hand at the telephone game, I predicted they would “never get anywhere with that thing”. Two hundred miles long and right here in our own town they had History continued on next page Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming events: Wednesday, April 3 Lenten Breakfast at 8 a.m. at Nashville United Methodist Church. Thursday, April 4 - 7:30 Maundy service at Congregational Church. Friday, April 5 - Good Friday service at 7:30 p.m. at United Methodist Church. Sunday, April 7 - Easter 7 a.m. Sunrise Service at Methodist Church in charge ofYouth Fellowship followed by breakfast sponsored by the choir. Regular services Gresham 9:30 a.m. and Vermontville at 11 a.m. An Easter cantata, “He Lives”, by Methodist Choir at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 - Senior Girls Tea, 7:30 p.m. at Maple Valley High School with girls and mothers as honored guests. Linda Hansen, teachers at MV, and her mother, Mrs. Ruth Hansen, will present a unique musical and variety program. Tuesday, April 9 - 6:30 p.m. annual meeting of Eaton County Retired Teachers at Riverside Cafe, Bellevue. Reservations sent in to Martha Zemke by April 5. Thursday, April 11 Vermontville Senior Citizens. A bus load of senior citizens, “Gay ’60s” from Royal Oak, visted the AmosJoyce Haigh Sugar; Bush on Tuesday, had pancakes, etc. at the West Benton Church, then toured the Vermontville Museum. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Wright and Sheryl of Holt visited Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict’s Sugar Bush Monday p.m. Mrs. Leta Nagle returned home Thursday from Mecosta where she has been since March 11 after three months spent at Port Charlotte, Florida with Phyllis and Merle Haines. On Sunday, March 24, a group from Vermontville United Methodist. Church visited East Lansing Methodist Church and had dinner at Miss Kathy King’s. Those present were Bishop Marjorie Mathews, Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Carpenter, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Lingholm, Becky and David, Mr. and Mrs. Chris King, Jr. and baby Alexandra, Mr. Chi (father of Mrs. King from Taiwan, China), Miss Mary Carpenter, Miss Liz King, and Mr. Ted Snodgrass. Mr. Howard Wolpe had a nice visit here in Ver­ montville Saturday a.m. from 9:30-11 a.m. at Pat’s Sugar Hut to greet a group of old and new friends for a question and answer session. Mrs. Hildred Peabody returned late Saturday from Florida after a visit with the John Leindecker, Jr. family. Congratulations to M.V. students Angie Thompson, Zandra Gusey and Carrie Hunt for being first, second and thrid place winners in a 1984 America and Me Essay Contest sponsored by the Farm Bureau Insurance Group. A large attendance at the historical meeting Thursday evening enjoyed the delicious potluck meal followed by a program of exhibits and color slides of Australia presented by Mr. and Mrs. Hessel Forest, who have made two trips there to visit her sister. Plans were also made for tours through the museum at the Syrup Festival. Mr. and Mrs. Pat (Dawn Wells) Dooling are home from New Jersey and will be staying with his grand­ mother, Mrs. Almira Dooling, for awhile. A disastrous fire early Saturday morning com­ pletely destroyed the home of Mrs. Vem Haywood, 94, on N. Ionia Rd. A passerby saw the fire which had a good start and he broke in and lifted Mrs. Haywood from her bed, and alerted her daughter who lives with her and took them to a neighbor. Besides the Vermontville Fire Department, they were assisted by Sunfield and Nashville departments. I heard that Mrs. Jean Graham, Mrs. Dotelle Brown are ill at Pennock Hospital; no details. Misses Kate Snider and Hermina Southern received word Sunday p.m. that their brother, Theodore Zemke, 77, who has been ill for some time, is worse and not ex­ pected to live in a hospital at Tucson, Ariz. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Zemke were former Vermontville residents. Word has been received that Mr. Kenneth Van Blarcom was discharged Saturday from Leesburg Hospital, Florida, after three weeks during which he underwent two surgeries. News continued on next page Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 gfl RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM K • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1V4" pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2 '-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville lu �History from page 12 'S^S violated one of the cardinal laws of physics. They had turned a right angle with the ' wire. My father laughed and I told Joe Stone of my prediction. Later Mr. Stone I called me in and let me talk with someone in Grand Rapids and I was compelled to acknowledge that in most ways this phone was better than ours; in fact, a success in spite of right angles.” Since the day of the first installed telephone line a local and long distance system has covered the country with its millions of wires, and now in 1936 radio has annihilated distance and brought the whold world into every home with the turn of a switch and swing of a dial. Likewise transportation has seen marvels since the days ^gjt EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR sss sss* Monday, April 8 - 7 p.m., 4-H Small Animal Association officers and committee members meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, April 9-7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, April 9 - 7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Thursday, April 11 - 7:30 p.m., Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Thursday, April 11-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Judging Session, location to be announced. April 13-14 - Annual 4-H Horse Jamboree, MSU. Saturday, April 13 - 10-12 noon, firearms, Bellevue Con­ servation Club; 1-3 p.m., archery meet, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Saturday, April 13 - Personal Appearan e Judging and Style Revue. Monday, April 15 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, fair office, Charlotte. Tuesday, April 16-7 p.m. Personal Appearance leaders meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Wednesday, April 17 - 7 p.m., Colorado Exchange meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Friday, April 19- 8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack & Gloria Pennington’s, 6375 N. Chester Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, April 20 - 8:30-11 a.m., 4-H Market Hog Weigh-in, fairgrounds. Saturday, April 20-1 p.m., 4-H Clown Club Banquet, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, April 22 - 7 p.m., 4-H Softball meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, April 23 - 7:30 p.m., Ditch Maintenance, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, April 23 - 6:30 p.m., 4-H Dog Clinic, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. saatfSi ‘••Si *>;s« ;s >«> *** — £?*** ■ ianu’Mi • ■ • • fetfe W..J ■« ’»•», *« tyiiiitiiih •* rtttaii^ . ^wVwft fc Mi PnDMiten ikki '®ita Stu IHftlhh i toatiM Mndtanithi Mt BtJK tSLI’fflt b The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 13 when travel by horseback and canoe, stage coach, covered wagon, primitive trains and sail-ships covered all the known means of movement from place to place. In this year 1936, streamed-lined trains, great ocean liners, air ships, and millions of automobiles offer speedy transfer to every part of the globe. Industrial life has also seen a similar complete change. Whereas the village blacksmith was called upon, once, to make nearly everything in iron; the spinning wheel was in every home, plowing done with a crooked stick and mills run by water power, we now have the great “plants” specializing in every kind of manufacture and employing millions of workers. i Pr. wu ifette 'MBl,t BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS » *! 21 uJta fnliB* ua n **«“£ fl t ® wi**1’** uS 0U fit j I I | | April 2 - Pigs for Profit Workshop - Lecture on Swine Diseases, Kellogg Biological Station, 7-9:30 p.m. Cost of $3 per person. April 3 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. April 6 - Pigs for Profit Workshop - Swine Disease Diagnostic Clinic, Kellogg Biological Station, 2-4:30 p.m. Charge of $3 per person. Call (616) 671-5117 or 671-2412 to reserve enrollment. April 8 - “Planting Outlook”, 8 p.m., Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. April 9 - Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub meeting (special leader dog meeting), 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. April 10 - 4;H Horse Leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. April 12-13 - 4-H Food and Nutrition Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 13 - 4th Annual Craft Day, 9 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. April 13-14 - 4-H Dairy Goat Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 15 - 4-H Rabbit Quiz Bowl, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. April 17 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Ex­ tension office, Hastings. April 18 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m., Ex­ tension office, Hastings. April 19-20 - 4-H Passport to Understanding Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 19-20- 4-H Getting Exposed to Photography Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 20 - 4-H Spring Style Revue Program, Leason Sharpe Hall, Presbyterian Church, Hastings. Practice modeling 5:30 p.m., judging 6:30 p.m., program begins at 7:30 p.m. April 27 - 4-H Horse Demonstrations, fairgrounds, Hastings. In no one thing has the world been more benefitted than in the development of lighting methods. Ad­ vancement from the day when a tallow candle or the glow from a fire place was the sole means of illumination, has been slow but steady, bringing in turn kerosene, gas, and elec­ tricity, each developing a high degree of perfection. With the neon light now glowing on signs everywhere, it may truly be said “night has been turned into day.” The writer recalls a time in the 1870’s when Doctor Robert Kedzie, a guest in the home on a visit from Lansing, spoke of the new electric light as an “interesting discovery” but he “doubted if it would ever be of much practical value!” Prophecy sometimes goes awry! News from page 12 “EASTER” “Against a sky of blue and gray The dawn of Easter greets the day: The lilies raise their heads up high To kiss the early morning sky. In bright array upon the hills, The tulips and the daffodils With flaming colors warm and fair Tell us God is everywhere. And that is why the Easter birth Brings hope and peace across the earth: For all things whisper God is true As Easter morning comes to view.” —by Patricia Emme I wish you all a joyful, happy Easter season. Mrs. Greta Firster spent Friday night with Mr. and Mrs. Tom McComb of Lansing. Mr. and Mrs. Talbot Curtis arrived home from a winter spent in Florida. They left a very dry Florida with several forest fires. Last week’s visitors at the Firster home were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Spencer of Ionia, Mr. Tom Clark of Kalamazoo, Mrs. Frances .Ryan and daughter of Grand Rapids and Lowell. Entries needed for Maple Syrup Parade Persons interested in participating in the 1985 Vermontville Maple Syrup Parade, Saturday, April 27, must register beofre April 9. There will be no one allowed to participate in the parade without a parade number. The theme of this year’s parade is “Sugar’s Fine, but Maple Products are Devine.” Any group, organization, or individual may request an application, but the Parade Committee and Festival Association reserve the right to reject any application. Notification of rejection will be made no later than 48-hours before parade time. Send your request along with your name, address, and phone number to: Parade Committee, P.O. Box H, Vermontville, MI 49096. Cub Scouts make farmers money Most farmers have the ability to walk their own fields looking for weeks, insects, and diseases. However , many feel their time is better spent on other jobs, and leave the field scouting to occasional “windshield tours” from the seat of their pick-up or tractor. According to Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, realistically the farm manager’s time will pay a better return when applied to timely planting, harvesting, or even marketing his commodities. However, field scouting is also an important way to increase farm profits. One example of a cost savings from scouting is with corn rootworm control. Many growers automatically apply insecticide when corn follows corn. This practice costs about $10 per acre. Research has indicated that if we count the number of adult beetles in several areas of the field and find fewer than 180 per 180 corn plants, then the grower need not apply insecticide at planting the next year. Even if the scout costs $2.50 per acre, the net profit to the grower from this practice is $7.50! Krizek says field scouting should be done on a regular basis whether you do it yourself or hire it done. He suggests answering the foilwing questions: -Are you losing yields to insects, weeds, or diseases? —Do you really need pesticides or are you using them as insurance? -Do you know the correct time to spray for insects and weeds? -Are you busy enough now, especially at seasons when scouting is critical? -Do you like to walk fields looking for pests? -Are your talents best spent in scouting crops? If you feel you can better utilize your time in other areas, make provision to have someone else scout your fields. A lay-employee can be trained, or you can hire a trained scout or private crop consultant. The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service will again be of­ fering a scouting service for area farmers in 1985. The program covers corn, soybeans, navy beans, and alfalfa; and includes Written scouting reports, pest alerts and early warnings, management recommendations, as well as a year-end computerized pest summary. For further information contact Allen Krizek at the Extension office (543-2310). 4-H Rodeo seeks members Youth 9-19 who want to be involved in the 1985 Eaton County 4-H Rodeo program, have until May 1 to become members. Sign-up involves com­ pleting several forms and paying a $5 insurance fee. Forms will be available at the 4-H Rodeo Club meeting on Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Other meeting topics include the election of officers, adoption of club constitution, and viewing a video of barrel racing. Youth who will be par­ ticipating in any 4-H rodeo in Michigan must also be carded in the events they will be entering. To be carded, memebers must be correctly signed up, they must par­ ticipate in at least three training-working sessions, and they must demonstrate their rodeo ability before a group of leaders. For more information on the 4-H Rodeo Program, contact Gordon Johnson at 663-5163 or Barry Madry at 763-9676. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) Please Make Smokey’s Birthday Wish Come True. �The Maple VaUey Mews, Nashville. Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 14 Vermontville Syrup Queen & her Royal Court prepare for festival Polly Cook, the Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen, and several members of her court, Michele Evans, Ann Hummel and Deborah Exelby, recently gathered sap in preparation for the annual Maple Syrup Festival. The festival is set for April 26-28 and will in­ clude a variety of entertainment, constests, and two parades. Local driver education program gets policy plan for summer The Maple Valley Board of Education has formulated policy for Driver Education for the summer program of 1985. High school principal, Maple Valley School Board meeting changed to April 17 The regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education has been rescheduled to be held on Wednesday, April 17 instead of the original date of April 10. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., and the meeting will be held in the high school cafeteria instead of at the administration building. Kathy Feaster, state department personnel and the representatives involved in the community survey and curriculum review, will make a presenation at the meeting. The curriciilum review is to be completed the week of April 8. Citizens are en­ couraged to attend this meeting on April 17 to hear the results of the community and curriculum survey. TO VISIT OUR BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding . . . a day that she will hold dear all through their lives together. We invite you to stop in and start with the finest in . . . Wedding Stationery Choose from our selection of.. 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Policies for this program and forms with which to sign up are available at the high school office. Anyone having questions may obtain information from the high school office, 852-9275. Summer basebal l sof t b al l seasons around the corner Vermontville Syrup Queen Polly Cook (left) and Ann Hummel check the sap content in a pail Saturday. Obituaries Edna J. Herrick GRAND RAPIDS - Mrs. Edna J. Herrick, 90, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Hastings and Nashville area, died Wednesday, March 27, ummer ase a,so a 1985; 1985; at at Hastings Hastings Provincial Provincial House. She was born on April 4, 1894 in Nashville, the All Vermontville boys 7-13 at the Maplewood daughter of Fred and Ina years old and girls 7-14 years Elementary School. (Bowes) Mayo. She was old who wish to play baseball T-shirts and hats will be raised in the Nashville area or softball this summer must ordered and purchased at and attended schools there. sign up on Tuesday, April 9 this time. Orders for T-shirts She went on to attend and hats must be in early, so Ypsilanti Normal Teachers be there to order or your son College and received her Mr. and Mrs. Richard or daughter may not have teachers certificate. She Campbell, II, wed these items along with the taught at the Lacey and rest of the youngsters. Mayo rural schools. Parents are encouraged to She married Albert L. attend the sign-up and the Herrick, June 21, 1919. The meeting that will follow. Any lived in Battle Creek, New persons interested in York and New Jersey before coaching a Pee-Wee or Little returning to her family League team (boys or girls) are asked to contact Greg Frank M. Mix, Sr. Hoefler at 726-0683. HASTINGS - Mr. Frank M. Mix, Sr., 52, of 203 W. Grant St., Hastings, died Sunday, March 24, 1985, at Pennock Cantrell-Davis Hospital. He was born on engagement told March 14, 1933 at Chicago, Ill., the son of Paul and Tillie (Broniak) Mix. He was raised in the Nashville Vermontville area and at­ tended schools there, graduating from Nashville High School. He married the former Rhoda Winick on Nov. 12, 1954. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the Marines. He was employed as a meat cutter, primarily in the Hastings area, all his of Nashville, became the Mr. and Mrs. Harlon working life. Previous employment included five bride of Richard Michael Cantrell of Nashville are Campbell II, son of Marilyn pleased to announce the years at the former Winick Store in Hastings. Presently Anderson of Nashville and engagement of their Richard Campbell of daughter, Rachel, to Scott he had been enrolled at Davenport College in Grand Plainwell. Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rapids, majoring in They were married at Darrell Davis of Dowling. Rachel is a graduate of hospitality management. Word of Faith Fellowship During this past term, he Church in Hastings. Per­ Maple Valley High School forming the ceremony was and is currently employed at was commended for out­ IVI Travel. Scott is a standing academic Rev. Jeff Arnett. achievement and was Maid of honor was Mary graduate of Nashville Christian and is currently selected for the academic Hook, friend of the bride. honors list of Davenport. Best man was Brian An­ employed at Kessler. A July 13 wedding is being He was a member of the derson, friend of the groom. planned. Disabled American Veterans homestead on Butler Rd. in 1965. Mr. Herrick died in 1974. Mrs. Herrick then lived in Hastings for two years, moving to Grand Rapids to Heather Hills Retirement Center. Mrs. Herrick is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Phyllis) Elkey of Hastings; four grandsons; and 11 great - grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Shirley B. Mayo. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 30, at Wren Funeral Home. Willard H. Curtis officiated. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Provincial House. and Riverbend Golf Club. Mr. Mix is survived by his wife, Rhoda; four sons, Steven and Frank Mix, Jr., both of Hastings, Robert Mix of Bellevue, and Samuel Mix, stationed at Damneck, Va. with the U.S; Navy; three daughters, Laura Mix of Nashville; and Susan and Myra Mix, both of Hastings; four grandchildren; his mother-in-law, Mrs. Dena Winick of Hastings; two sisters, Mrs. Helen Fiorito of Mission Hills, Calif, and Mrs. Beata Kruger of Coronada, Calif.; five brothers, Louis Mix of Vermontville, Azel Mix of Wyoming, Mich., Lee Mix of Chicago, Ill, Alhassen Mix of Chillicothe, Ohio, and Milton Mix of Marshall. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Rebecca Mix, in 1955; a brother, Zane Mix; and a sister, Phyllis Kill. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at Wren Funeral Home, with the Rev. Willard H. Curtis and Mr. Garrard MacLeod officiating. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 2, 1985 — Page 15 Nash's bill would crack down of motorists fleeing accident Fleeing motorists whose actions result in the death of innocent bystanders or other motorists would be guilty of manslaughter under legislation introduced Monday in the Michigan House of Representatives by the Republican Vice Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee. State Representative Ernie Nash (R-Dimondale) explained that his two-bill package, H.B. 4483-84, not only elevates the crime of fleeing and eluding police to a felony crime, but it places the responsibility of any resulting traffic fatalities on the eluding motorist. “In past cases, pursuing police officers who fatally strike innocent motorists or pedestrain have been prosecuted for those deaths, while the fleeing motorist is guilty of only a misdemeanor in the same case,’’- Nash stated. “These bills would guarantee that the fleeing motorist would be charged with negligent homicide, even if the fleeing vehicle was not physically involved in the fatality.” Nash added that the police would still be responsible for handling themselves in a professional manner while pursuing a fleeing motorist, but many people have suggested that law en­ forcement agencies should simply cease chasing an eluding or fleeing motorist if the chase leads to a high traffic area. “We never know for sure why someone is trying to escape the police. Is there a crime in progress in the car, a kidnapping, a rape or a murder? Perhaps the eluding motorists is fugitive, or simply fears that one more ticket could lead to the suspension of an operator’s license. Finding out who is driving the fleeing vehicle and why is extremely im­ portant to not only the police, but to the public is well. We must not forego the chase, but we must make the chase an undesirable alternative to arrest,” Nash concluded. Notice given to area horse owners Eastern Equine Encephalomeylitis (EEE), a mosquito-transmitted viral disease carried by birds, has been a problem in the lower peninsula of Michigan during the past several summers and is a potential threat again this season. This virus invades the brain tissue and spinal cord of the horse, thus disrupting their function. The horse ex­ periences a rise in tem­ perature, becomes depressed and developes a poor appetite. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 39 — Tuesday, April 9, 1985 Ramey gets reappointed to comply with procedures After seeking advice from the Michigan Municipal League and receiving a letter from Village Attorney David Smith concerning council voting procedures, the Vermontville council last week decided to take another vote to fill a vacant council seat thqt it had previously filled by secret ballot. At a special meeting of the council on March 19, Linda Ramey was appointed to the post after council members cast secret ballots. The council later learned the voting procedure was not correct, spurring the re-vote at Thursday’s meeting. Smith, in his letter, said the village president may appoint a person to fill the vacancy, with council ap­ proval. Consequently, last week Village President Sue Villanueva appointed Ramey to the post again and the council voted twice before confirming Ramey’s appointment. After Villanueva first recommended Ramey for the appointment, the vote of the council resulted in three abstentions and two “yes” votes. Interpreting the ab­ stentions as “no” votes, a motion was passed to table the matter because it was thought that the motion had failed by a 3-2 vote. A motion made to appoint JoeAnn Nehmer failed due to lack of support. While the council proceeded with other business, member Jim Peterson looked up the village charter and Robert’s Rules of Order, which stated that an abstention (volun­ tarily, refraining from ac­ tion) meant that there was not a vote rather than in­ dicating a “no” vote. As a result of the new understanding, another vote was taken with three members abstaining and three voting for Ramey. She (Ramey) was then re­ appointed and sworn in at the end of the meeting. Ramey fills the vacancy created by the resignation of street dust control, to be Jack Clark. used in four applications this In another matter, a public summer, at a cost, of $3,280. hearing was held Thursday For Mayor Exchange Day, regarding the village Vermontville has been revenue sharing funds. The paired with Tustin, a town council agreed the nearly with a population of about $8,560 will again be put in the 235. Vermontville officials village police fund. will travel to Tustin on May A letter from U.S. Senator 20, while Tustin authorities Carl Levin stated the general will visit Vermontville on revenue sharing program is May 22. facing possible extinction The 1985-86 budget was because of a plan by approved by the council with President Reagan. The letter total general fund revenues said that the revenue sharing expected to top $185,151. funds are about 1.5 percent Revenues for/the village of local budgets and they include $42,300 in property “can be done without.” taxes, $25,000 in sales tax, The council wrote a letter and $13,500 in both equip­ in response, stating the funds ment rental and general are vital to the village police revenues. department. Without the Major general fund funds, the village would be disbursements for the forced to eliminate the police coming year are $52,000 for department, the letter the street improvement stated. It also noted that the project, $32,026 for the police nearest police deparment is •department and $13,080 for 15 miles away, and that the the council and ad­ elderly depend on the .local ministration. police. Local street fund revenues The council agreed to total $16,500, coming from purchase a new GMC pick-up Continued on page 7 truck for the village, with r heavy duty springs and extended warranty from Shaheen Chevrolet at a cost of $10,757. The vandalized park bench was discussed with Villanueva stating “I do not want to see it replaced when by Shelly Sulser it can be repaired,” because Three suspects have been the bench was a gift to the apprehended by the Nash­ village from the state of ville Police Department for Vermont. The village will , two separate and apparently attempt to repair the unrelated tire slashing in­ damaged park bench. cidents that occurred the The village will be night of March 18. receiving a flag that once Nashville Police Chief flew over the nation’s captial Gene Koetje said through in Washington D.C. Lana questioning, it was deterOster told the council her mined that two juvenile husband, Mike, Volunteered Maple Valley High School to construct a flag pole, with students are suspected of a galvanized steel pipe and vandalizing eight tires on pulley totalling nearly $66.40. two personal vehicles owned Villanueva said she would by Maple Valley Assistant donate money for the cost of Principal Larry Lenz. the pole, in memory of her One juvenile student is son, Dion, who was killed in suspected of cutting ten an automobile accident last school bus tires at the bus garage in Nashville. year. Koetje said the two in­ The council agreed to purchase Chloride for local cidents which occurred on the same night are not Suspects apprehended in tire slashing Child abuse problem being discussed The Maple Valley Co­ Operative Nursery School is looking for parents and concerned citizens in­ terested in learning more about child abuse. A talk and open forum will be sponsored by the nursery school featuring Dr. Mark Tucker on Thursday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School auditorium. Dr. Tucker is a doctor of pediatric medicine in Battle Creek. He is a member of the Calhoun County Child Abuse and Neglect Task Force and of the Battle Creek Infant Health Advisory Board. The doctor brings with him much experience in the area of child abuse. Michigan law defines child abuse as “any non­ accidental harm by a parent or caretakers to a child under the age of 18.” It can be physical injury, sexual abuse, mental or emotional injury or physical neglect. If you are concerned about your children or the children in our communities please come learn the signs, symptoms and how to help. Bring your questions with you. “Its just a very funny coincidence by two different groups of people,” Koetje said, adding die juveniles apparently did not work in cooperation with each other on the crimes. Through the interrogation of 12 suspects by Nashville Police Officer Walter Pincumbe and Koetje along with a tip from a silent observer call, the police were able to determine who they believe allegedly committed the vandalism. Koetje said the three juveniles, who currently are not being detained, will face a judge in juvenile court at a date not yet set. Koetje hopes the juveniles will be forced to pay restitution for the damage they allegedly inflicted. The lives of two Vermontville women were saved by Robert Graves after he noticed their home was on fire at 3:30 a.m. on March 30. Graves awakened the women from their sleep, and vacated them from the house on North Ionia Road, which was declared a total loss after it was over. Robert Graves called 'hero' for saving women from fire by Shelly Sulser Two Vermontville women who were saved from their burning home last week are thankful that Robert Graves came along when he did. “He saved our lives,” said Francis Henion who had never previously met her rescuer before the incident occurred. “I don’t know how we’d ever repay him.” Graves is credited with alerting Francis Henion, '72, and her 94-year-old mother Mrs. Pearl Haywood that their home on North Ionia Road was on fire at 3:30 a.m. Saturday, March 30. Graves works the mid­ night shift at Lansing’s Oldsmobile plant and usually doesn’t return home until about 6:30 a.m. On the morning of the fire, for­ tunately Graves had left work three hours early and noticed the flames as he passed by the house on his way home. Henion said she had not slept well the night before the fire and was sound asleep when Graves began poun­ ding on the door to awaken the two occupants. “I kicked and beat on the door,”; Graves said. “I couldn’t really believe they were sleeping while this was happening.” Henion recalls the knocking on the door: “He woke me up,” she said “I was sound asleep when I thought I heard someone yelling ‘your house is on fire’ and then it dawned on me that I smelled smoke.” Henion said she then unlocked the front door where Graves was knocking, and returned to get her glasses and purse. Graves proceeded into the house to locate Mrs. Haywood, whom he found in the kitchen trying to find her way out. “I just saw her through the smoke,” Graves recalls.. The two ladies suffered slight smoke inhalation, but were safely transported to a nearby residence by Graves. By then Graves could hear the fire sirens approaching. Although Graves is thank­ ful he was “in the right place at the right time,” he said, he felt bad that he wasn’t able to save Mrs. Henion’s two poodles too. Recalling the day previous to the fire that completely destroyed the house and its contents, Henion said the dogs were noticably restless. “They stuck' to me like glue,” she said. “I thought they must be trying to telll me something. They whined and d cried id and d couldn ld ’t seem to get close enough to me. Henion said when she went to bed, the dogs still whined so she told them to “be quiet and go to bed.” The dogs then settled down. Mrs. Henion said she never heard another sound from them. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. However, Graved, who noted the flames seemed to be all at one end of the house when he first discovered the fire, guessed it to be electrically related. Mrs. Haywood and Mrs. Henion are currently staying at the home of a relative, Donald Henion of Hastings. Mrs. Vern Haywood's home and its contents were lost in the March 30 fire. When Graves saw the flames, he pounded on the front door to awaken Mrs. Haywood and her daughter, Francis Henion. The door that stood between the ladies and their rescuer is now ashes. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Thunderstorms Thursday, drenching rain on Good Friday, blustery snow Saturday, and a cold Easter Sunday that featured everything from sporadic sunshine to show showers was the holiday weekend weather prescription in this region. Instead of the usual Easter finery, rain bonnets and snug winter caps ap­ peared to be a bit more suitable for the season. Perhaps the Easter Bunny even donned ear muffs to make his early rounds in the Maple Valley area. In­ clement weather Saturday caused postponement of the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Sandyland Park. The event sponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce and organized by Carl’s Super Market, has been rescheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, April 13. Children from toddlers to age 12 are welcome to participate. The weather was beautiful in Hawaii during a two-week trip recently enjoyed by Clara Marie and Ted Spoelstra and her sister and husband, Artha and Bill Shaw, all of Nashville. The two couples flew from Grand Rapids, via Chicago and Los Angeles. The return flight, however, was direct from Honolulu to Chicago. During their Hawaiian vacation the Michigan vistors toured four islands in the chain that comprises the 50th state. At Honolulu on Oahu they stayed at Waikiki Beach. They also saw Pearl Harbor, the battleship Arizona memorial, and Diamond Head during their tour of that island. On the island of Hawaii they saw volcanoes and mountains and were guests at a traditional luau. Other tours took them to the island of Kauai and to Maui, which proved to a favorite for relaxation. A “whale watch” outing by boat also was on the agenda. Daily temps were in the mid-80s, but they did note snow on the mountain tops as they flew into the tropical vacation paradise. Former local resident Larry Hawblitz, son of Mrs. Fern Hawblitz of Nashville, was one of the six area runners featured in a story Sunday in the Battle Creek Enquirer about their par­ ticipation in the upcoming Boston Marathon, April 15. Hawblitz, 47, will be making his fifth entry into the grueling 26.2-mile race that each year draws over 6,000 runners. A marathon is part of Boston’s annual Patroits’ Day celebration. A 1955 graduate of Nashville High School, Hawblitz is em­ ployed in the research department at Kelloggs of Battle Creek. The latest contribution to Putnam Library’s building fund came last week from Claire and Gertrude Tobias in memory of Nellie Moon. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Childrens* Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and of those designated in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new room. In last week’s Memories of the Past column we ran a photo of Nashville’s post office employees, circa 1910. All were identified except for the lone woman in the picture. Nelson Brumm of Nashville, whose father Coy Brumm was one of those shown, says he believes the lady is Bess Bassett, whose husband Roy is one of the carriers in the picture. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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The event honoring his 86th birthday which occurred February 15th, was a total surprise to Johnson. The party was arranged by son Larry of Fife Lake, who was in town with his wife and children for a holiday weekend visit. The plan, said Sig, was that he and his wife (the former Bea Wenger) and their guests were to have lunch at a Nashville restaurant, but once they got into his town his son suggested that they stop first at the golf course as he had not had a chance to see it. Sig protested a bit, for he wanted to eat first and sightsee later, but Larry kept per­ sisting and his father relented. When they. drove into the parking lot at Mulberry Fore, Sig noticed a great number of vehicles and thought perhaps a meeting was in session, since no golfing was going on. Once he stepped inside the clubhouse door, however, he found some 25 or 30 friends waiting to shout “Happy Birthday.” The party was “very nice,” said Sig. “I really appreciate it.” At 86, Sig is the oldest regular golfer at Mulberry Fore. The golfing, plus his work at home and in the yard, is “what keeps me going,” said Sig. In honor of the occasion his son and family presented Sig with a shiny new golf cart with his name inscribed on it. Mrs. Herald (“Molly”) Hansen of rural Nashville was the lucky winner in a recent drawing for a quilt made and raffled by senior citizens at the Nashville COA trip to Mexico. Another away in the night at a Nutrition Site. Tickets, highlight was accompanying hospital in Clearwater, which were sold three for $1, earned enough for the senior her daughter and a group of Florida, where he had been to fund future craft projects friends on a train ride to San wintering with his daughter at the site. The quilt of Juan Capistrano to witness Dorothea Warren. He was 89 colorful polyester knit the annual return of the years old, and a native of swallows on March 19. Nashville. In later years, he squares was the latest piece of handiwork by the seniors Leaving California Mrs. has spent his summers in who attend the daily lunch Castelein flew to New York this area. Arrangements are program at the Site in the City where she was met by pending for funeral services Masonic Temple on Main her son Dick McCallum, and to be conducted here. Con­ Street. To celebrate com­ then spent a week with him dolences are extended to the pletion of their fund-raiser, and his wife, Joan, at their family. Easter Sunday dinner the groups used part of the home in Califon, New Jer­ guests of Mrs. Bertha raffle proceeds toward a sey. News was received by Becker of Nashville were special dinner. Tuesday evening at the Country Mary Castelein early Mr. and Mrs. Dale Doty of Kettle Cafe in Nashville. Monday morning that her Charlotte; Mrs. Glenda Twenty-six were present for father-in-law, Melvin Dewey Hardenburg and children, the event, including local Castelein, Sr., had passed and Ron Kenyon, all of Portland. COA staff members Ann Schantz and Joan Staskus. Mrs. Robie Pufpaff, her daughter-in-law Judy Pufpaff and the latter’s daughter Shannon, all of Nashville, enjoyed a shop­ ping outling last Tuesday in Dear Editor: this crime may not have Battle Creek. We would like to publicly been apprehended. Youth Aflame Ministries thank Gene Koetje and Our faith in this comof Nashville Baptist Church munity is often seriously is sponsoring an April 20th Walter Pinkham for all the Bike-a-thon to benefit vic­ time they put into the in­ shaken, but the Christian spirit abundant in our tims of cystic fibrosis by vestigation of the most friends, neighbors, and the collecting pledges from per- recent tire slashing of our community as a whole mile sponsors. Special cars and those of the school renews our faith continously. awards will go to any rider buses. We would also like to thank Again, to Gene and Walter, who collects $25 or more. and the students who aided Registration for the the numerous young citizens them, we owe a big debt of Saturday forenoon event will of our communities who take place at Kellogg School helped the law officers in gratitude. their investigation. Without Sincerely, between 9:30 and 10 a.m. Larry and Pat Lenz Riding on a designated their help the perpetrators of course will encompass a twoACTION-ADS hour period ending at noon. Sponsor sheets are available LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 WATKINS FAMOUS spices at the Nashville Baptist years experience, very extracts, and home remedies Church office or at Fuller reasonable rates. Honest and since 1868. Dealers needed in Street and Kellogg schools. dependable. 458 S. Main St., your area. 616-965-7640 Battle Questions regarding the Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Creek. (4-23) event may be directed to chairman Pastor Don Roscoe at 852-9808. Helen Balch, 92, a former local resident, died Saturday at the Clark Memorial Home in Grand Rapids, where she had resided 14 years. Mrs. Balch moved to Nashville from Bellevue in 1938 and worked many years as a for weddings and private nurse. Survivors are a daughter Josephine all occasions. Nichols of Hastings and several grandchildren. Packages of flower cuts by... Services are to be held at 1 * * Pretty Petals” are also p.m. today (Tuesday) at the local funeral home. available. Mrs. Mary Castelein of Nashville returned home Come in and look around! Saturday from a winter’s HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 4:00 stay in California followed Closed weekends and Holidays by a one-week visit to New Jersey. She spent seven except by appointment. weeks at San Diego visiting her daughter Mary Gould 9749 Nashville Highway and son Howard Gould. Vermontville, Michigan During that time Mrs. Castelein enjoyed a one-day (517) 726*1151 From our readers Flowers by Jan Handmade Silk Flowers AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sum School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 a.m. P.M. Worship 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.. 11 a.m. Sunday: Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Thursday: Bible Study......... 8 p.m. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.. 10 o.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south o sou of Nashville) as v e) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Church School .. 11 a.m. Morning Worship 11 o.m. .Sunday'SchoolI .. 10 a.m. Church Worship. 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m.A.M. ServiceI 110 a ..mm.. (Nursery Care Available) REV. LYNN WAGNER Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. AWANA..... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. s. TRUMP, JR. CHURCH OFTHEHAZAREHE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Sunday School Sunday: A.M. Worship P.M. Worship 803 Reed St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 N. Stqte, Nashville Sunday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m Sat. Mass......6:30 p.m. p.m Wed. Service........7 p.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Nashville .. 10 a.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) ..11 a.m. Sunday: ... 7 p.m. A.Md. W Sorhshilp.190:1350 a.m.* Wednesday Evening S Sunday School 10:30 a.m'.• Worship ................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES .NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Assistant... Don Roscoe Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Mopte Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Poo* 3 D m m Some Vermontville firemen are shown here looking over the new fire truck, with its convenient accessories, after the vehicle arrived on Friday. Vermontville Fire Chief James Samann, Township Supervisor Ed Sampson, Mayor Sue Villanueva and Fireman Monty O'Dell were happy to see the new fire truck arrive Friday in Vermontville. Vermontville Fire Dept, gets long-awaited truck “’Mb fth e®5t ^school by Shelly Sulser ’^tolhatk ^dtizeis *5 1 ®tas n Mtfat MAPLE SCHOOL CAFETERIA M4 ’ ^Waiorsii sinceufl,^. **(18) Creek, (to A brand new sparkling red fire truck pumper rolled into the doors of the Vermontville fire barn Friday, ending a year long wait for the vehicle by Vermontville township and village officials. The $70,000 1985 GMC truck, paid for by the township, came complete with a 1,000 gallon water tank, with a 750 gallon per minute pump. Vermontville Township Supervisor Ed Sampson said the people who run the department do an excellent job, putting into it much time and energy. “It’s up to us to keep the equipment up to date and to provide the best service possible for the the people of Vermontville,” Sampson said. Sampson also noted the township has been working on the project of getting the new truck for a year. The new equipment will a 22-year-old replace pumper which will be kept as a back-up unit. The old back­ up truck, a 1945 model, will be sold to the highest bidder. Roger Corey is credited with ordering the new vehicle and insuring that the needed specifications were met. The truck’s doors are lettered with “Vermontville 945-9554 for Aa#C%*TvmIO^aNn if Call Want-Ads -A J Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Fire Department” and they will soon be emblazoned with a maple leaf on each. T hank Y o u ’ | THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. ImadeSilkFb for weddings and oil occasion!, L< Looking for a bright future? rettyPetals'W e in and look orwrc (weekends oA, Thank You! On behalf of the residents of Maple ww /efliKD 11 Birthday Club meets April 16 at grange hall Maple Grove Birthday Club - meets Tuesday, April 16 at Maple Leaf Grange Hall with Ann Schantz hostess and Vernice Daniels co-hostess. Potluck dinner at 12:30 p.m. Reva Schantz will bring the birthday cake. Grove Township the township board wishes to thank Maple Grove Birthday Club for the donation of the pictures that grace the walls of the Community Build­ ing. We certainly appreciate your pride in our new facility. Maple Grove Township Board dll It can be the fulfillment of all your brightest hopes and dreams ... but it takes planning. Start now with an Eaton Federal i.R.A Investing in an IRA now can help turn those dreams into reality. Call or stop in today to find out how bright your future can be. • NOTICE The budget for fiscal 1985-1986 for the Township of Castleton is available for viewing and can be obtained at the Township Hall on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. tilll 5:00 p.m. or by con­ tacting any of the following: J.W. Cooley, Supervisor 512 N. Main Nashville, Ml. 852-9106 Sharon Bishop Loretta Pixley Clerk Treasurer 217 Washington 9180 Thornapple Nashville, Ml. Lk. Rd. 852-0716 Nashville, Ml. 852-9863 Sharon Bishop, Castleton Township Clerk Eaton Federal LINDEN FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE TOO: NOME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN • RHONE MS-MIO EATON MPI0S, MICHIGAN ■ PHONE M3-1551 U U The Nashville Chamber of Com­ merce would like to say a Big Thank You to the Village of Nashville for the New Waste Paper Baskets. They are greatly appreciated. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: 1981 Honda 750, fairing bags, trunk, engine guards, adjustable back rest and foot rest, new tires (front and rear), $1,600. Phone 517-726-1422, Ver­ montville. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) XV NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN ■ PHONE 102 1030 OLIVET, MICHIGAN ■ PHONE 740-2111 OFFICE NOORS: 1:001* 4:30 Me*, thra FrL, R4N t* 124R sms SatarGar I �The Maple Valley News, NashviHe, Tuesday, April 9. 1985 — Page 4 |---------------------------------------- Memories of the pas A look at changing attitudes, attire by Susan Hinckley (Note: Portions of the following account appeared in a Memories account published March 30, 1982.) The first Easter services held in Nashville within a formal house of worship probably occurred in 1871 at the new Christian Church (now Trinity Gospel at 219 Washington Street) and, simultaneously, one block east in the new Methodist Church (a frame structure that predated the presentday brick building). Both churches were constructed in 1870, and each held their first official service in their new sanc­ tuary in the latter part of that year. Since Easter 1871 pre­ dated establishment of The Nashville News (founded in 1873), there appears to be no published account of what might have transpired in the village on that holiday, but one can imagine that local ministers conducted traditional worship services befitting the most important of all festivals on the Christian calendar. There seems to be a dearth of Easter coverage in the local press until well past the turn of the century, in sacred areas as well as secular. One wonders if Easter finery was as important to those early worshippers as in contemporary times when new clothing has become a signal of the season. Cer­ tainly by the arrival of the 20th century furbelowed frocks and bedecked bonnets were part of the Easter scene, though none too The unidentified subjects in this photo by early Nashville photographer E. H. VanNocker show what well-dressed children were wearing, circa-1900. The y"oung lad sports a plaid suit with knee pants - a "humiliation" endured until age 16, according to the late Leo Herrick of Nashville. Note the drab color of the girl's dress. Black was a popular choice in that era, even for children. colorful by today’s stan­ dards. In one of his columns published in The Nashville News in 1961 under the heading of “The Great Balloon Ascension", the late Leo Herrick reminisced about the cumberseme and frequently drab attire worn by men, women and children in the days of his youth. (He was born in 1896.) He remembered that parasols were a favorite costume accessory of women in that era. “Seems like in those days almost all parasols and umbrellas were black, even though black draws heat when the sun is shining," wrote Herrick. Women’s skirts were so long that they dragged behind them on the sidewalks. As Nashville’s Main Street was not paved, the ladies, in an attempt to keep their hems cleaned, would cross the street only at one of the paved crosswalks located at various intervals along the business district. However, with horse-drawn rigs constantly passing over the crosswalks, the paved paths soon became as dirty and dusty as the rest of the thoroughfare, negating advantages of their use. “So, when it was necessary for a woman to cross the street she would reach down, grab hold of her skirt, and lift it just an inch or two off the crosswalk,” explained Herrick. “When she reached the other side she would let go of it, and it would drag behind her on the sidewalk, like a mop.” A woman’s face was about the only bare skin exposed. She wore long sleeves with black gloves which were designed to cover her hands except for the tips of her fingers. A high collar with side stays reached almost to her earlobes, and, of course, she had long hair. “But even that was not all,” noted Herrick. “She had that wrapped around switches A,,pr pr°fusion uson °f Easter aser bonnets" onnes issseen seen inn this s 1911 pooo photo of severa several young Nashville women. From left are Beulah Mead, Aura Munroe McGinnis, Mildred Purchis Mater, Bernice Mead Shaw, May Rothaar SMith, Leah Walrath Part­ ridge, Olive Walker Bell, Pauline Kunz Lykins, and Cecile Zuschnitt Betts. Of th e group, two are still living: Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Smith, both of Nashville. A variety of men's attire was seen in Nashville some 75 years ago, but detachable long-lasting shirt collars, tight-fitting vests, and creaseless trousers were remembered by Herrick. Pants worn by (from left) Amos Hinckley, Lee Greene, Joe Segur and Ernest Appelman in this circa-1910 photo are not as tightlegged as trousers that were stylish in the late 19th century. and rats until it was big and bunglesome.” On top was perched a large hat with a wide brim turned down on one side, so that she could deftly hide her face by merely turning her head either downward or slightly aside. This she would sometimes do if she were meeting someone whom she did not wish to acknowledge, or if she did not want to be recognized. “It was possible to meet a lady like that face to face and still never see her face,” concluded Herrick, which could leave one wondering after she had passed, whether, or not she were beautiful. The weight of a woman’s clothing alone would have exhausted a man, decided Herrick. . Men of that day wore galluses, not suspenders, to hold up their trousers, recalled Herrick. Pant legs were round and quite tight, without creases. Men’s shirts all had long sleeves and detachable collars that were “hard and glossy (and) could be wiped off with a little soap and water and worn again the next day or even all summer, for that matter,” observed Herrick, “as the collars would never wear out.” Well-dressed men - of the era wore tight-fitting vests under their suit jackets, with large gold watch chains and fobs suspended between the pockets of the vest. “The boys, however, were in a different world until they reached the age of sixteen years,” added Herrick. Up to that time they were required to wear knee pants, which was humiliating to most ofus kids.” Herrick said that the >v ;r lads longed for the day when tiiey could blossom out in long pants and strut down the street: “That was a thrilling day indeed. We could now hold our chins up with the menfolks and get more respect from the girls, too. We were no longer treated as kids.” Shortly after the turn of the century women began to assert themselves, observed Herrick. “Mildly, of course, but even so the men were grumbling about it. They said the woman’s place was in the home’ and not frivolously gallivanting around the streets getting in men’s way.” The assertive women began to shorten their skirts a little and probably discarded two or three of their petticoats at the same time,” suggested Herrick. “However, short sleeves were a little too shocking yet, and nobody would dream of going that far,” he added. Some of the more militant women were even deman­ ding the right to vote but they were going to have to wait many a long year yet. until August 1920, when the 19th amendment to the Constitution (Women’s Suffrage) was passed” By that time, attitudes as well as attire had changed. And the Easter “parade” reflected those changes. Apparel of an earlier day is seen in this August 1931 photo of two local ladies (probably of the Nashville Woman s Literary Club). Parasols were popular accessories of the era.. Lady at right wears a brimmed d not convenient for concealing one's identity with a e urn of the head. With gloves, only skin exposed was that of the face. Petticoats, bustles and furbe furbe-­ lows... Hats gloves and parasols. The weight of a woman s clothing alone would exhaust a man, decided Leo Herrick, yet we (men) used to refer to them as the w®°£er sex- ' This "going" view staged in 1931 nk In e Masonic Temple shows hemlines slightly above the sidewalk-mopping -mopping variety Herrick recalled, tven after hems began to rise, short sleeves were still too shocking. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Page 5 Local 4-Her tells about her trip . ,. , . „ , . b.y L,.isa L,oc.ke, E„at,on Coun.ty 4-H’er and Michigan 4-H Award Winner Chicago , stopping at cc--o--n-v--e-n--t-i-o-n--o--n-v--e-n--t-i-o-nentertainment Chinatown and Greektown. that consisted of the Purdue During the tour, we saw the Collegiate Singers, Michael John Hancock Building, the Iceburg and his famous In November; 1984, I was Sear’s Tower, and where the Keyboard, and Sherri Lewis privileged to attend the Chicago fire was started by and Lambchops. A Farewell Ball featuring the Dick National 4-H Congress held Mrs; O’Leary's cow. Throughout the week, we Judson Orchestra was held in Chicago, Illinois. I went with 40 other 4-H delegates saw the annual Christmas on our last evening in and five adult chaperones, Parade, the Art Institute, Chicago. The most memorable from all areas of Michigan. Alder Planetarium, Field The trip was the result of Museum of Natural History, speaker throughout the week being selected as Michigan’s Shedd Aquarium, Art In-was Olympic Gold Medal 1984 4-H Dairy Foods Project stitute School of Design, Winner and Gymnast, Bart Winner. Our group left from Chicago Board of Trade, Conner. Another highlight the MSU campus and stayed Mercantile Exchange, the for me was being named at the Palmer House in Chicago Tribune, Gapers Caterers, Jan Addam’s Hull Chicago. We had one and one-half House, the Marriot Hotel, the Maple Valley Schools days to see Chicago prior to University of Chicago, and the start of the convention. the Water Tower Place. LUNCH MENU The evenings were Our group started off by highlighted with excellent having an ethnic tour of Maplewood School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 10 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Rolls and Butter, Pears. Thursday, April 11 Pizza, Corn, Pickles, Peach Cobbler. Friday, April 12 Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 Tomato Soup, Carrot­ RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM fl5 Celery Sticks, Toasted • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION fl Cheese Sandwich, Fruit, Cookie. STA-RITE PUMPS ■ ( Monday, April 15 Do it yourself • 1'/« " pipe 5’ length, Taco’s, Lettuce-Cheese, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks Corn, Bread and Butter, Fruit. 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Tuesday, April 16 Service oh Submergible Pumps Hot Ham and Cheese, Estimates Available Green Beans, Birthday Cake, Peaches. Wednesday, April 17 Pizza, Mix. Veg., Pickles, Fruit Bars. 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Thursday, April 18 Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Pears. Friday, April 19 Mac. arid Cheese, Carrot­ Celery Sticks, Tuna Sand­ wich, Cherry Delight. Cobb Wffl MW® & 726-037 REGISTERED POLLED HEREFORD^ Southwestern Michigan Polled Hereford Assn. 16th ANNUAL SPRING SHOW & SALE Saturday, April 13,1985 Allegan County Fairgrounds Allegan, Mich. SHOW: 9:30 AM SAIX: 12:30 PM SELLING: Service Age Built, Cowl With Calves, Bred and Open Heifert, Project Heifer Prospects. For Information or Catalog Contact: SWMPHA Secretary Mrs. Carolyn Worth 2120 E. Dowling Rd. Hastings. Mich. 49058 (616) 721-8356 Castleton Township Board Minutes The regular meeting of the Castleton Township Board com­ menced at 8:00 p.m. at the township hall with G. Godbey, N. Rasey, L. Pixley, J. Cooley and S. Bishop present. Also present Mike Mead. Mr. Mead advised the Township Board that Mertz Cable Tele­ vision is being sold to a newly formed partnership who will as­ sume the franchise agreement Mertz has with the township. Minutes of the March meeting were read and approved. Treasurers report: General Fund $55,428.99; Fire Voted $39,749.07; .Ambulance voted $16,316.94; Township Improve­ ment $44,429.35; Federal Revenue $6,903.68. Bills: Consumer's Power ..... $72.21 .Michigan Bell................. 27.60 Village/Waier 15.52 Doubleday Bro. & Co...... 45.90 Castleton Restricted Fire 2,500.00 Castleton Maple Grove, Nashville Ambulance 100.00 Maple Valley News 39.38 ■■• 2.23 Recycle Board.......... . 500.00 Motion to pay bills, made supported and passes. Motion to adopt budget as presented at annual meeting and approve expenditure of appropriated amounts mode sup­ ported and passed. Contract approved for maintenance of Hosmer and Warner Cemeteries with Merle Garber. Resolution adopted to urge United States Government to ob' tain immediate release and return of American servicemen and civilians who died in Southeast Asia whose remains have not been repatriated. Seeding of old dump site with poplar and red pine trees being Considered. Motion to adjourn supported and passed Meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m. J.W. Cooley, Supervisor Sharon Bishop, Clerk * Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 10 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Sweet Potatoes, Fruit Choice, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Thursday, April 11 Scalloped Potatoes, Peas, Peaches, Chicken Salad Sandwich, Monthly Birthday Cake. April 12 Hot Ham and Cheese, French Fries, Applesauce, Pickles. Monday, April 15 Hotdogs or Chef Salad, Baked Beans, Fruit Mix, Sliced Cheese, Parent’s Week, 3rd Grade. Tuesday, April 16 Cold Plate (Meat, .eggs, cheese, crackers, celery and carrot sticks), Peas, Pears, Toasted Bun. Wednesday, April 17 Pizza, Corn, Applesauce. Thursday, April 18 Sloppy Joes or Chef Salad, Peas, Cherry Delight. Friday, April 19 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Green Beans, Pickles, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Turn those unwanted, unused items into CASH with an Action-Ad, call 945-9554! frnm• rrnomm a•mong each of the state winners, as one of seven sectional dairy foods win­ ners. After a week together it was difficult to say our farewells to other 4-H’ers from all fifty states, plus Puerto Rico, but we each knew we had memories to last our lifetime. It was a great trip and I’d encourage 4-H members to set their goals high, and try for a state award and the trip to Chicago. Maple Valley School Jr.-Sr. High and Kellogg Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 10 Pizza, Corn, Peaches, Pudding Pops. Thursday, April II Spaghetti, Peas, Applesauce, Roll and Butter. Friday, April 12 Sloppy Jo’s, Green Beans, Pears, Little Debbie-Nutty Bar. Monday, April 15 Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers, French Fries, Corn, Peaches. Tuesday, April 16 Chili-Crackers, Pickles, Applesauce, Peanut Butter Sandwiches. Wednesday, April 17 Hot dogs, French Fries, Peas, Pears, Cookie. Thursday, April 18 Baked Chicken, Mashed Pototoes, Green Beans, Applesauce, Biscuit, Butter and Honey (Senior Citizens). Friday, April 19 Pizza, Peas, Peaches. Milk is served with all lunches April 18,1985 at 7:00 p.m. Community Center in Nashville PURPOSE: Doris Powers is requesting a special use per­ mit and a variance in order to place a mobile home on her property located at 833'6 Gregg Street, Nashville. The property is zoned R-2 residential. Carl Tobias, Chairman Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg $3595 . w/exchg. $4595 w/built in regulator Most Starters' Starters w/exchg 93595 ’4295 Water Pumps... .............. w/exchg ’29” w/exchg w/solnoid instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Spring SPECIAL Get 2 Sets of Prints For the Price of 1 PLUS$looOff at MACE PHARMACY Bring this coupon to your McJon Photo Center and get 2 sets of prints for the price of one plus $1 off when you bring a roll of color negative film to be processed. Pay for one, get the second set FREE! C­ 41 process only. Sizes 110, 126, 135mm and Disc. Offer good through April 16, 1985. 4-H dairy judging . on TnuiSdc, Eaton County 4-H Dairy members are invited to attend a dairy judging workout on Thursday, April 11, at 8 p.m. The session will be held at Duane Heisler’s farm, 28354 W Drive North, Springport. For more information on the 4-H Dairy program, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Service at 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MME PMBMMi® HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville P2, P3, P4 PH. 852-0845 A /naienT Photo Center �Th* Mopla Voftey Newt NothviUe Tvndoy. April 9 1965 — Poge 6 'Color Me Hoppy' program this Saturday at high school Color Consultant Mory Dailey will be the featured speaker at a program-lun­ cheon with a "Color Me Happy" theme April 13 at Maple Valley High School. (Maple Valley Newa photo by Elaine Gilbert) 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Cail More volunteers needed for county's Clean-up Week The Eaton County Board of Commissioners have proclaimed the week of May 11-17, as Eaton County CJean-up Week. Clean-up Week is a new event designed to spruce up the county - just in time for the annual Michigan Week celebration. Cities and villages will be sponsoring clean-up activities, private trash haulers will be providing special services ACTION-ADS KALAMO Beauty Shop 852-9107 STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.V.s welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) for county residents, and community organizations will be picking up roadside litter. The Cooperative Extension Service, coordinator of clean-up week, is requesting the assistance of additional community organizations interested in picking up roadside litter in their communities. Organizations are free to select the street or highway they would like to clean, but area asked to register with the Cooperative Extension Service. Currently over 15 organizations have registered to clean roadways in locations throughout the county. Registered organizations will be provided free plastic bags and pick-up of the collected roadside litter by the Eaton County Road Commission. To register, contact Allen Krizek at the Extension office: 543-2310 or 372-5594. “Color Me Happy” is the theme ofa Saturday , April 13 program that will include a talk by a color consultant, a style show and a luncheon. All women in the Barry County area are being in­ vited to attend the 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. event which will be held at the Maple Valley High School auditorium. Color Consultant Mary Dailey of Hastings will be the featured speaker. Mary, who operates a business called “Color and You” in her home studio, will discuss how color plays an important part in everyone’s life. “I think it’s so important for people to become aware of their own uniquess and realize the beauty God created in them and see the positive side of themselves. Color is just one of the avenues to make that hap­ pen,” shesaid. “With the use of the right colors, people can make the most of themselves.” At the April 13 program, New Mary will talk about how the right colors create an overall harmony with the naturalness of skin, hair and eyes. Wearing the right colors contributes a great deal to building a person’s self-esteem which in turn boosts their confidence, she said. “There’s a whole lot to color — it can affect your personality and even has an affect on the learning en­ vironment of a room,” said Mary who has studied fashioning design and wardrobing at Kellogg Community College and received color training at a Kentwood studio. At the program, she’ll be giving pointers on what to look for in selecting colors that will look best on certain types of people. Mary also will show “how to put together a wardrobe with very few pieces and how accessories can be the highlight of an outfit.” Scarves are coming back into the fashion spotlight and books now at library “The First Fast Draw” by Louis L’Amour. Presented in memory of John C. Higdon by Darlene Hammond. “Silver Canyon,” by Louis L’ Amour. Presented in memory of John C. Hidgon by Donna Gaskill, Vance Higdon and Bruce Higdon. “Currier and Ives Chronicles of America.” Edited by John Lowell Pratt. Presented in memory of Thressa Hess by Friends and Neighbors. “The Commandos” by Russell Miller. Another in our series of WW II books by Time-Life. “Frederic Remington” by Peter Hassrick. A biography of the well-known artist of the West, including 73 illustrations of his famous works. “Strange Powers” by Colin Wilson. A book on astral projection, reincarnation and spirit writing. “The Homes of America” by Ernest Pickering. Historical homes across America. “Beauport At Gloucester”. Supposedly the most fascinating house in America. Pictures by Samuel Chamberlain and words by Paul Hollister. “Lapidary for Beginners” by Edward Fletcher. The complete book of rock, gem and pebble polishing. “On the Air” by Robert Hawkins. A book about radio broadcasting. “Folk Arts Around the World” by Virginie Fowler. Fifty native crafts from over 20 countries and how to make them. “The Insanity Plea” by Maple Valley Community Education SPRING ENRICHMENT CLASSES — Phone 852-9275 — MONDAY CLASS STARTING DATE Beginning Basketweaving* /15/85 Advanced Basketweaving * /13/85 Stenciling* ......................... /15/85 Fun Foam*.......................... /30/85 Gymnastics........................ 4/8/85 5-7 Year Olds Gymnastics.......................................4/8/85 Intermediate Gymnastics.............. 4/8/85 6:30-9:00 6:30-9:00 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 3:00-4:00 INSTRUCTOR TIME LENGTH p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. 4 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 1 week 8 weeks M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Fuller *12.50 *6.25 *5.00 *2.50 *16.00 DeMond DeMond Dishong Dishong Botz 8 weeks 8 weeks Fuller Fuller *16.00 $16.00 Botz Botz 4:00-5:00 p.m. 5:00-6:00 p.m. To register for gymnastics, call 852-9275, after March 29 call 852-0749. Catering*........................................ 4/29/85 7:00-9:00 p.m. 1 week PUCE M.V.H.S. FEE $3.00 Ellard TUESDAY Candlewicking ................ Calligraphy ..................... Observations! Astronomy Junior Karate ..... t.......... Q»n!ehing........................ /16/85 /16/85 /26/85 p.m. p.m. ~ — p.m. p.m. p.m. 5 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks 8 weeks 4 weeks M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. Maplewood M.V.H.S. $12.50 <1? 4/9/85 /16/85 7:00-9:00 6:00-8:00 74nonn • .ww/.w 6:00-7:00 6:30-8:00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 Gorman buys Haug OSKA Mix /18/85 /18/85 /11/85 /18/85 /18/85 7:00-9:00 7:00-9:00 6:15-9:45 6:30-7:30 7:30-8:30 p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. 4 weeks 4 weeks 7 weeks 8 weeks 8 weeks M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. M.V.H.S. $10.00 $10.00 $20.00 $14.00 $14.00 ColwellElliston Rosin Dockter Dockter TUESDAY Impact of Color .............. Basic Cake Decorating .. Typing.......... ........... Beginning Guitar............ Beginning Guitar............ •MATERIALS ARE EXTRA Mary will demonstrate how to tie them for various ef­ fects. She’ll also be sharing tips on how to use color for slimming and to add weight. In the area of make-up, Mary will tell how “to achieve a natural look by selecting the right colors to enhance you own beauty.” Mary has presented color classes at several area churches and a seminar for color analyst graduates at Tis the Season Studio in Kentwood. She also taught a class at Shic Cosmetology College and at the Jordan Center for Learning. Also at the April 13 program, J.C. Penney will furnish fashions for a style show and special music will be presented. The event is being sponsored by the Ladies Ministry of the Nashville Baptist Church. Tickets for the program and luncheon are $5 per person and may be purchased at the church office. Edward F. Dolan, Jr. An explanation of the plea as it is today, the arguments of those who support it and those who oppose it • ‘Censorship” by Melvin Berger. A clear, brief study of censorship its past, present and possible future. “How to Take a Test” by Bertha Davis. Techniques for increasing one’s skill in taking tests successfully. ‘‘Hiroshima and Nagasaki” by Jane Claypool. “The Invasion of Poland” by Alan Saunders. “Justice Sandra Day O’Connor” by Mary Virginia Fox. A biography of the first woman justice on the United States Supreme Court. “Proof” by Dick Francis. A new mystery by a popular author. New books for Juniors are “Skiing Basics” by Alfred Mar Ozzi, “Knock Knock! Who’s There?” by Joseph Rosenbloom and “The Marvelous Music Machine.” A story of the piano by Mary Blocks ma. 4-H horse program on Thursday A special feature of the April 11 Eaton County 4-H Horse Committee meeting will be a program on dressage. Irma Gail Swan from Charlotte will show two videos on dressage “Putting The Hose On The Bit” by Bill Woods and “Half Pass and Lateral Work” by a 1984 U.S. Olympic Team Rider. The meeting will begin at7:30 p.m. and will be held at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The program is open to anyone interested and all 4-H Horse project members, leaders and parents are encouraged to attend. For more information on the Eaton County 4-H Horse Program, contact the Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Page 7 Obituaries Nss l*'b !Ss X n ??ni^>S ssx «■ J Garnet E. Helen J. I I*X*J X*J taijk t *“ki * l®5 l®5 ?*% ?*% ***»b*li Mi Wthiy Msj • k w ’•Mi R ta( ] P»»» II Sejs h i'issijijl 'xjfct ^M1 M tas Ik’ at’^lBllii’i ■ fai. ^llliii ! Tf fw ’ Ip RE w^n fc^taW Jjjjji ■tataita Mrt! 1B^I> >■* ft n Shaffe BATTLE CREEK Mr. Garnet E. Shaffer, 74, of Battle Creek, formerly of Nashville, died Wednesday, April 3, 1985, at Community Hospital, Battle Creek. She was born on Jan. 3, 1911, in Nashville, the daughter of Charles and L’Nora Lynn. She attended Nashville schools. She married Benjamin F. Shaffer on July 5, 1936 and moved to Battle Creek. She was employed at Goddies Bakery and Pontoni’s Chicken in Athens. She was a member of Family Altar Chapel of Battle Creek. Mrs. Shaffer is survived by Balch_____ GRAND RAPIDS - Mrs. Helen J. Balch, 92, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Nash­ ville, died Saturday, April 6, 1985 at M. J. Clark Memorial Home in Grand Rapids where she had lived for 14 years. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 9 at 1 p.m. at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. Rev. Joseph Shaw and Rev. Lynn Wagner will officiate with burial in Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial con­ tributions may be made to M.J. Clark Memorial Home. Mrs. Balch was born August 2, 1892 in Paulding, Ohio, the daughter of George and Sophia (Wardly) Pocock. She was raised in Angola, Indiana and at­ tended school there. She graduated in 1914 from Tri State College in Angola with a degree in music and later received her nurses training in Ann Arbor and graduated in 1921. She married Ernest her husband, Benjamin; one son, Jerry L. Shaffer of Kennewick, Wash.; a daughter, Deanna L. Walterspaugh of Battle Creek; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Gary, in 1945. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Friday, April 5, at Family Altar Chapel in Battle Creek. The Rev. Don F. Price officiated. Burial was in Hicks Cemetery. Arrangements were by Farley-Estes Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family Altar Chapel. Grant A. Blood MIDDLEVILLE Mr. Grant A. Blood, 73, of 500 Lincoln St., Middleville, died Monday, April 1,1985, after a long illness. He was bom in Toledo,, Ohio, the son of Bill Williams (Archie Blood) and Daisy (Knight) Blood. He moved to Michigan as a small boy and was raised by his grand­ parents, Elmer and Edna Sunior of Portland. He was employed as a truck driver for most of his adult life. He was a member of Hastings Moose Lodge. Mr. Blood is survived by two sons, Ronnie of Lansing and Grant Michael of Ionia; five daughters, Mrs. Richard (Joyce) Southgate of Manchester, Ohio, Mrs. Edward (Jo Anne) Heinig of Lansing, Mrs. Vaughn (Bonna) Pennington of Lake Odessa, Mrs. Cathy Halsey of Ionia, and Mrs. Paulette Wolfington of Virginia Beach, Va.; four stepsons, Maynard McClelland of Nashville, Terry Roscoe of Vero Beach, Fla., Daniel Roscoe of San Antonio, Texas, and Rex Roscoe of Hastings; 28 grandchildren; four great - grandchildren; six stepgrandchildren; and one brother, Rex Blood of Lansing. He was preceded in death by a son, Daryl, in Dec., 1976. Graveside services were held Friday, April 5, at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Ionia. Cremation will take place in Grand Rapids. Memorial contributiohs may be made to the American Cancer Society. Meet Connie Kane, member of queen's court Swimming, skiing, cross stitching and raising rabbits are hobbies of Connie Sue Kane, a member of the 1985 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen’s court. Connie, a junior at Maple Valley High School is the daughter of Larry and Shirley Kane ofW. Lawrence Hwy. A 4-H member, Connie also is active in extracurricular school activities with the band and as a ‘flag girl.’ In her essay for the queen’s contest, she wrote that she has had experience making syrup the old fashioned way, boiling the Councilman reappointed. Continued from page 1 Act 51 monies, interest and Balch on May 8, 1922. Mr. certificates of deposit. Some Balch died in April, 1952. She anticipated expenditures was employed as a private include $3,800 for materials, nurse in Bellevue and moved $3,000 for wages and $3,500 for equipment rental. Total to Nashville in 1938. She disbursements are $16,500. continued her private nur­ Major street fund sing and also worked for Dr. revenues indicate $20,000 is Pultz. She was a member of expected from Act 51 Nashville United Methodist monies, and $4,000 interest Church and the Cloverleaf totaling $24,000 in anGlass. ticiapted revenues, and the Mrs. Balch is survived by same amount is expected to her daughter, Mrs. be used for disbursements Josephine Nichols of for materials, maintenence Hastings; six grandetc. children; 15 great grand­ For the sewer fund, $65,600 children; one great great is expected in revenues, with grandchild. She was the major source coming preceded in death by a from sewer billing, $33,000, stepson, Lawrence Balch and certificate of deposit at and a brother, Thomas $27,000. Major disbur­ sements in the sewer fund Pocock. include $23,500 in sewer bond interest and $15,000 for Melvin D. Castelein outlay under .. capital NASHVILLE - Mr. Melvin Artie M. Bennis equipment and maintenence. D. Castelein, 86, of Nash­ NASHVILLE - Mrs. Artie Total disbursements are ville, died early Monday, $65,600. M. Dennis, 93, of 341N. Main, April 8, 1985 in Largo, Water fund revenues are Nashville, died Sunday, Florida. Services are pen­ April 7, 1985 at Provincial expected to reach $32,400, ding at Vogt Chapel Wren House in Hastings. Funeral with major revenues being $20,000 from water billing Funeral Home. services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April10, at and $9,900 from a certificate Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral . of deposit. Water disbursements total Home in Nashville. Rev. $32,400, with major expenses Kendale Dennis will officiate going towards ad­ with burial in Lakeview ministration at $8,000 and Cemetery in Nashville. tower repair totaling $6,000. Mrs. Dennis was bom Police fund revenues are December 3, 1891 in Auburn, estimated at $51,436, with Ind., the daughter of Jacob $10,000 coming’ from the and Elizabeth (Moore) Shull. township and $32,060 from She was raised in Indiana the general fund. Total and Wisconsin and came to disbursements are budgeted the Nashville area in 1915. at $51,436, with major ex­ She married Glenndale penditures going for wages: $38,546. Dennis on June 7, 1922. Mr. Dennis died in 1952. She lived most of her married life in the Nashville area. Phone 945-9554 Mrs. Dennis is survived by for Action-Ads one daughter, Mrs. Merlyn (Betty) Courtney of Mid­ dleville; two sons, Huber Dennis of Vermontville and Gaylord Dennis of Howell; nine grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Leonard Shull. ACTION-ADS CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) CARD OF THANKS To all the friends and relatives who sent cards, fruit and plants and who visited me and called during the past weeks of my surgeries and recovery. Thank you so much. Lawrence A. Frith sap over an open fire. When asked to make suggestions to improve the annual syrup festival, which will be held April 26-28, Connie said: “It appears that the Maple Syrup Festival is very well organized to accomodate the thousands of people that attend the three-day weekend. “The only way I think that the Maple Syrup Festival can be improved is to have the first two rows of the bleachers saved for the senior citizens. There should be more bleachers for people to sit on to watch the talent show and parade,” she said. Connie Kane Dont try it yourself! ...for all your hair needs, for the entire family, some to... The VILLAGE HAIR PORT — VERMONTVILLE — Call for appointment... 726-0257 CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC. INC. 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Senior girls and their mothers are honored guests. Thursday, April 11 Vermontville Senior Citizens will meet for a potluck dinner at noon in the Griswold Room. Sunday, April 14 - A special day for the Methodist Church with District Superintendant Rev. Ron Houk giving the sermon at the morning service, also burning of the mortgage, followed by a family dinner. At 3:30 p.m. there will be a parsonage dedication on the lawn of the parsonage with a tea reception to follow. Rev. Molly Turner, a former pastor will attend. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wion, Tim, Tara, and Thomas of N. Manchester, Ind. and two students from Whites where Leroy teaches were Tuesday through Friday visitors of the Harold Benedicts. Friday dinner guests of the Benedicts were Mrs. Fred Adams, Zantra and Cinque of Horton, Mr. and Mrs. Carnell Durant and Tanya and Calvin Durant of Virginia Beach, VA. and Mr. and Mrs. Brian Benedict. Mr. Terry Benedict of Troy was a weekend visitor. Glad to report Mrs. Jean Graham was discharged from Pennock Hospital Wednesday. Mrs. Marilyn Halas, Kathy and Karen were Wednesday visitors of Mrs. Ava Kroger. Mrs. Frances Olson finished her series of 30 treatments on her ankle Friday and Saturday morning fell and broke her right wrist as she was walking out to her car. Mrs. Ava Kroger took her to Health Central for X-rays and she goes in Monday to see a specialist and have it set. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cowell were made happy grandparents three times recently. On March 17 a baby girl Jessica Sue was born to Kenneth and Sue Cowell, and on Friday, April 5, to Danny and Sheila Dunn twins, 5 lbs. 2 oz. and 5 lbs. 3 oz. named Jeremy Patrick and Jennifer Pauline. At the close of the Methodist Eatser service Sunday morning everyone was given a balloon with a tag attached with the ad­ dress of the Vermontville Church. The same event last year brought responses from west of Grand Rapids to Lake Michigan. This year the balloons flew east except the ones caught in the trees. Tammy Mason won a pair of tickets to the opening game for the Tigers on Monday from Station WMM. Her father will accompany her. Mr. and Mrs. Les Harrison of Elkgrove, Ill. spent the weekend with Mrs. Leta Nagle and Sunday guests were Mr. and Mrs. Merle • NOTICE • Nashville Little League Nashville Little League softball and baseball will have their first meeting April 15 at 7:00 p.m. at the Masonic Temple in Nashville. All those in­ terested in participating in this program are asked to please attend. Think Spring! all HAIRCUTS ............., ss ^ ^ oo oo Includes shampoo and blow dry. shampoo sS5i-°n° ol W AND SET................... "The Mirrors Image .U.M® WIM.OU miaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY 111 N. Main, Nashville Haines and Pete from Hastings and Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Bartholomew from Mecosta. Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Rodriguez were Mr. Randy Rodriguez of Detroit, Mr. Doug Rodriguez and Miss Lori Schaffer of Lansing and Mrs. Ava Kroger. Easter Sunday brought a mixture of sunshine, snow showers and cold weather. Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Carpenter visited some of her former students in N. Carolina during the vacation. Mrs. Frances Olson spent Sunday afternoon with her son and wife, Lloyd and Ruth Sherman at Holt. Wilbur and Ray Marsh, Tom Marsh, Tammy Talbot of Grand Rapids, Linda and Allen Hamill and Mark flew to San Francisco Feb. 27 to attend the wedding of Rebecca Marsh to Dennis Day at the Swenborg Church. They spent their honeymoon in Europe. Dennis works as an auditor for the Federal government and Becky in the labor depth. The Eaton County Woman’s Club annual convention will be held on Thursday, April 18 at the Congregational Church beginning at 1 p.m. Reser­ vations for the 5 p.m. supper are to be sent to Mary Fisher. Mrs. Mabel Shetenhelm entertained quite a few of her family on Easter Sun­ day. Those attending were Tim Sheltenhelm and family and Al and Ruth Mix from Charlotte, Tom and Judy Mix and three children and Terry and Casey, David and Nona Mix and one daughter and one grandchild from Lansing, Helen Wellman, and her two daughters and two grandchildren from Vermontville. Vermontville Garden Club meets Monday, April 15. Keep watching this column after Syrup Festival for times and dates for the Blood Pressure Clinic to beheld at Pat’s Sugar Hut Cafe, sponsored by Vermontville Fire Dept. Ambulance Service. • WANTED• Snow Blowers, Lown Mow­ ers, Rototiller, CB's; Guns, Mondolins, Tents, Tires, Re­ frigerators, Dressers, Por­ table Color TV's, Antiques, War Relics, Camouflage Clothing and all Reusable Merchandise. Quality Pawn 209 N. Main St., Nashville HOURS: M-Sat, 9-5 852*9473 How can you get help fast when your car is smashed? No problem. 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Due to the fact that these tickets have already been paid for by the C.O.A., we must know before April 12 who plans on going, in case we must send some back for refund. Reservations may be made by calling the Hastings office at 948-8061. The tickets cost $8 this year, which in­ cludes the bus fare to and from Holland. We will leave Hastings about noon, so if you would care to eat lunch with us before we go, you may also make a reservation for a meal at the time you call in for your ticket. We will not be stopping for supper after the show, but there are many places right around the Civic Center in Holland where you could get a sandwich, or you may take your own sack lunch to eat on the way back. ACTION-ADS 1971 ALLIS CHALMERS 10 horse garden tractor with mower, snow blower, rototiller, chains and wheel weights. Also, 1975 15 ft. Empire boat with 35 horse Mercury motor and trailer. 726-0257 after 4:30 p.m., Vermontville. (4-9) USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) Tuesday, April 16 Maple Valley HighSchool STOP-SMOKING CLINIC 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Fee $30.00 WEIGHT CONTROLCLINIC 8:30 -10:30 p.m. Fee... Stan Trumble $30.00 Th&No PrMl/mPyopPg, - To register... Trumble Agency S17-726-0580 Lakewood Community 178 S. Main, Vermontville 852-9275 Call Maple Valley/ Education Engagements Sherman-Franklin Rev. and Mrs. James Sherman of Marshall are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Darla, to David Franklin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Franklin of Nashville. Darla is a student of Kellogg Community College and is currently employed in the Learning Resource Center of the college. David is employed at Cappon’s Quick Mart in Nashville. A June 1 wedding is being planned. Pufpaff-DuPont united in marriage Deborah Victoria DuPont of Big Bend, Louisiana and Michael Adrian T. Pufpaff of Bunn, North Carolina were married Feb. 10, at the bridegrooms’ home in Raleigh. The bride is the daughter of Mary M. Earnhart of Little Rock, Ark. Parents of the bridegroom are Clifton A. and Barbara T. Pufpaff. Michael is the grandson of Adrian and Robie Pufpaff of Nashville. A reception was held at the bridegrooms’ home. They will reside in Bun, N.C. Both newlyweds are employed with Northern Telecom Inc. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Page 9 Vermontville by Juliette L. Gehman and Jennie E. Martin PARTX Congregational Church In this, the concluding article of the series, we come back, inevitably, to first principles, and with the clear knowledge that Vermontville was founded on the two cardinal ideas of religion and education, it is fitting that . this record should close with a short history of the churches that have, through the years, been the organizations to fill a basic part in community life and growth. During the entire century, religious services have been held and even before the settlers drew lots for their choice of land, a prayer meeting opened the gathering. The Congregational Church was officially organized Feb. 27, 1838 with Mr. Cochrane as pioneer pastor, and he remained with it until 1842. These early meetings in the log schoolhouse were usual to the times and at­ tended by everyone. Prayer, scripture and hymns (the pitch given by a tuning fork) were the preliminaries, followed by a sermon of an hour’s length based on the stern and uncompromising theology of that day. History recounts that Mr. Cochrane one spring when maple “sugaring” was due, lost a day of the week and went to the cooper’s early one Sunday morning to get a barrel. Returning home, his wife asked where he had been. On telling her, she said “Sylvester, don’t you know it is Sunday?” His grief over breaking the third com­ mandment was great and he confessed his sin, with tears, to the congregation at the church service later in the day. Upon his resignation in 1842, Rev. W. U. Benedict became pastor, also first principal of The Academy, remaining until 1850 in these positions. In Hon. E. W. Barber’s estimate of his value to early Vermontville, he says: “Without doubt religion and education are more largely indebted to Mr. Benedict because of his learning and energy than to any other occupant of the Congregational pulpit and certainly no other man is held in more grateful remembrance by those who received most of their schooling under his tuition.” He spent his later life in Vermontville and passed away in 1875. Rev. Seth Hardy, Rev/ Chas. Temple and Rev. 0. H. Spoor followed him as pastors of the church from 1850 to 1872. During the 11 years pastorate of Mr. Spoor, the present church building was erected. In the diary of H. J. Martin covering the years 1859-1870 we find under the date of Feb. 28, 1863 the record of possibly the first anniversary service of the church “The quarter Centennial”. There were three services addressed by visiting clergymen, Calvin Clark, Mr. Temple, and Prof. Hosford of Olivet. In the evening, Deacon Church read the 25 years history, and reminiscences were given by others. 100 years of history Mr. Martin writes, “I had forgotten many of the in­ cidents related but recalled them when mentioned. The dense forests with occasional footpaths, the old log schoohouse, log dwellings all came back before my eyes. I felt again the thrill of terror at the dismal howling of wolves and lived over in a few moments the years of my early life.” It was felt at this time that the organization was strong enough to undertake the erection of a permanent church building and under the diary date of March 18 of the same year we find a meeting was held to settle definitely on a site. This site was decided by vote to be on the Public Square, and building operations planned and begun. June 9 an at­ tempt was made to raise the framework but the breaking of a rope delayed the operation until the next day when it was “raised without accident or difficulty.” From this date, building proceeded and in August the spire of the church, built in the New England style of architecture “was up as high as it was to go.” All did not go smoothly and it is recorded that the last of August, “The hands on the church packed their tools and quit until paid off.” The building committee went to work and adjusted matters after which the work proceeded. Labor strikes began thus early. Many stories of individual self-sacrifice and devotion to the church- might be men­ tioned if space permitted, but the generous donation by Deacon Asa Benedict of all lumber he had gotten together for a house on his farm, is perhaps the most marked contribution to the building fund. Upon com­ pletion, the church was dedicated in an appropriate manner, Nov. 30, 1864. For the years 1872-1880, the organization flourished under the short pastorates of J. H. Parker, R. C. Bedford, T. L. Brown, and F. W. Dickinson. Rev. H. R. Williams was called to the pulpit in 1880 and remained six years. He was a quiet, deeply spiritual man and greatly beloved by all. Rev. David Beaton, who came to Vermontville directly- from St. Johns, Newfoundland, was, probably one of the most brilliant and scholarly men to fill the pulpit. During his stay, it was decided to build a parsonage, the L.C.A. taking the initiative with the whole society cooperating. Mrs. Henry Martin and Mrs. George Browning were a appointed soliciting committee, their division of the work being on the basis of Mrs. Browning’s providing the conveyance and doing the driving and Mrs. Martin to do the “talking”. Be that as it may seem, they proved a per­ suasive and successful couple, raised the fund needful and the present substantial dwelling on South Main Street, built by Mr. Daniel Allen and helpers, sheltered those who come as pastors to the church. Rev. S. L. Smith, A. O. Cossar, W. H. Spence, F. J. Estabrook, D. D. Gorton and Wm. Haynes followed Dr. Beaton as pastors and the church maintained its in- The Methodist Church in Vermontville was organized in 1845. Fourteen years later, 1859, fluence under their guiding Vermontville is made a hands. Mr. Spence remained separate charge. Among the but a short time, resigning to stewards we find the names take a theological course at of Silas P. Loomis, father of Oberlin. After a space of Mrs. E. W. Stevens, also some years during which he John S. Tyler. Among these Vermontville's Congregational Church, founded in rose to prominence in the original members were 1838. (Photos furnished by Esther Shepard) Congregational ministry, he Samuel and Wealthy Rogers, wrote back gratefully of the grandparents of a member tributed three out of five themselves to the event. “training school” Ver­ today, Mrs. Joseph Frith. ministers given from this “They stole our church,” montville had been to him This first pastor’s salary church’s young men. said one member. Yet the and said, “I went to Va was $420 and raised by 1865 records the first village proved to be the montville a callow youth; I people in eight different Sunday School report, with a proper location as roads left it a chastened soul.” preaching points, Ver­ “bare foot” Sunday School grew better, and it was the It is well within the ability montville giving a fourth. organized at Bismarck. natural center. Two ad­ of present Vermontville These were “L. C. Shoes were scarce and could ditions to the church, the last residents to recall the Sprague’s”, Kalamo, Dow, be worn by many on only in 1927, have kept it modern. pastorates of St. Clare Benton, Chester, W. Sunfield The parsonage was built in special occasions. Parsons, N. M. Pritchard, and North Benton. Pastoral Ata costof$1,600, a church 1866 at a cost of $700 under Robert Dalzell, F. H. services spread so far must was built two miles notheast the Rev. Thos. Clark. 1872 Bridgewater, H. W. Hunt, H. saw the first regular have been sometimes dif­ of the village in 1862. B. Johnson, C. C. Mitchell ficult to render, yet the Members living near con­ minister for our village and and W. A. Briggs. Each minister held a high place in tributed generously, and Bismarck. brought his own talents to the community in point of when, 15 years later, the These are the highlights of the work and left his impress respect and affection. building was moved into the the church’s history. Many on church and society. The Jordan, Sprague and village, some of these sturdy of these 41 ministers have During his four years Hallenbeck families con- pioneers never reconciled Continued on next page— pastorate, St. Clare Parsons made himself so at one with Vermontville, its history and its people, that even after 25 years absence, he is still held in friendly recollection and esteem and is to be the chief speaker on the program of Pre-Centennial Sunday. The present occupant of the pulpit (when this history was written), Rev. J. R. Stein, is a newcomer to the town but gives evidence and promise of enthusiastic devotion to the church he has come to lead. It is impossible to speak, even briefly, of the organizations within the society which haye been 9 AM till chicks are gone! active in its maintenance; the Ladies Christian Association always at the front in every undertaking, the choir which provided music for all services under the leadership for 60 years of Henry J. Martin; the young people’s Society, and Sunday School. All have had their part. Methodist Church Seventy-seven years of history as an independent church, with 41 ministers by 1936— this is the outline of the Methodist Episcopal Churches history in our village, but the account in detail of those 77 years and 41 ministers is also the history of many families of DUCKS, GEESE and our village and township. In March, 1845, just seven HEAVY CHICKENS years after the official of the beginning Congregational Church, a “class” was formed at the Garden and Lawn SEED Brown Schoolhouse nor­ (LIMITED SUPPLY — 20 CHICKS PER CUSTOMER) theast of the village. Ten pioneers of five names made it up. Fuller, Sprague, Haner, Robinson and Barrett. Circuit preachers ASSOCIATION conducted services as they could with such primitive NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN and .so many roads preaching points. REMEMBER! WEDNESDAY APRIL 10th 20 Chicks FREE ...when you buy 50 lbs. Chick Starter. Hubbard Concentrates CHICKEN • DAIRY • SWINE • BEEF FOR SALE: Newly Arrived — NASHVILLE CO-OP ELEVATOR �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Page 10 Local chapter formed Teens to combat drunk driving • NOTICE • The Regular Monthly Meetings of the Castleton Township Board will be held at 8:00 p.m. at the Castleton Township Hall, 98 S. Main St., Nashville on the first Wednesday of the month except January’s meeting will be held on January 8, 1986 because of New Years Day date. Sharon Bishop Castleton Township Clerk Students Against Driving Drunk (SADD) originally formed by Bob Anastis, now has a chapter at Maple Valley High School. Basically, S.A.D.D. is against what kills the largest percent of America’s young people today. That includes the people in our community, as well as those in other communities. All of these accidents are alcohol related in some way. So the stand that S.A.D.D. takes is not so much against drinking but the mixing of the drinking and the driving. The students involved with this new chapter are a group of students who really care. They need support from History, continued NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING April 18,1985 at 7:00 P.M. Community Center in Nashville PURPOSE: Forrest Burd is requesting a variance and special use permit in order to place a mobile home on 7acre parcel of land located on west side of Curtis Road between properties owned by the Nashville Baptist Church and Barbara Thomason, located between Sherman Street ond Reed Street. This property is zoned R-l resi­ dential. Sharlot A. Sours, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals gone to fields of larger service from here or later. We recall the Rev. E. G. Lewis, who served in Charlotte several years, also the Rev. Ray Merrill, who is now in Cadillac. In 1896, the Rev. J. P. Durham compiled a history of the local church to which we are indebted for many of our facts, and Mrs. Una Moss later brought the work up to date. The Rev. H. R. Kinney, a graduate of Garrett, and his talented wife carried on a succesful work. At that time, there were about 130 members with an active Ladies' Aid, Missionary Society, Sunday School and Epworth League, While ministers changed often, one office held the same incumbent many years. C. A. Hallenbck was Recording Steward from 1873 until prevented by ill health a few years before his death in 1911. He was choir leader for many years. His wife also played an important role through her faithful service in the Missionary and Aid societies until her death in 1931. Their son Byron and his young daughter make four generations of the family on the church roll. Another family Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Tubbs and later their son Orin and wife for many years always had open house for coming or departing pastors. This in brief is the honorable record of pur two churches. Religion and education were one with the very inception of our village, and our churches and schools have done much to not only create atmosphere here, but to send out into the world young men and women with high standards and fine influence. If sometimes old residents drew a circle with their own group inside, it was but a by­ product of their strong ef­ forts to realize certain ideals, and not a reflection of their fine individualism and heroic struggle to put into deeds their own high thinking. Summary This account written in collaboration by two of the descendants of our pioneers we close by a paragraph from the senior collaborator. The material story of Vermontville’s century of existence has been told but no one can estimate and no human pen can indite the invisible record of the in­ fluence of this small town upon what is, after all, of supreme importance — the spiritual development of mankind. Its sons and daughters, to the third and fourth generation, have gone forth to serve the world in all quarters of the globe, carrying with them the impress of high ideals and worthy aims. Like an ever widening circle, may the lives which they in turn have touched lift also the standard of right where-so-ever their lot may be laid. WHY SETTLE FOR RE-RUNS THIS SUMMER? You can have a choice of programs with a... 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A Com T-l Receiver. WHAT THE SYSTEM WILL DO: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Movies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural programming, other TV stations and much more! 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Other S.A.D.D. chapter members attended as well from Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge, and Pot­ terville, along with Maple Valley and Charlotte. Representative Ernie Nash and several other Eaton County officials gave presentations and answered any questions raised by the audience. The second meeting attended was in Mason for the Region 13 S.A.D.D. chapters. Problems and ideas from other participating S.A.D.D. chapters were discussed. Schools represented in ad­ dition to Maple Valley were Eaton Rapids, Ionia, Lansing Eastern, Lansing Sexton, and Mason. The day consisted of two different movies, rap sessions, presentations, and a catered lunch. These meetings were very helpful with ideas and suggestions to help Maple Valley form a new chapter. Be looking forward to future accomplishments of S.A.D.D., and remember ... “Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk”. CO A Menu, Events Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wed­ nesday and Friday at the Eagle’s Club in Woodland. To make a meal reservation call 948-8062 Before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in ad­ vance. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, crafts, games and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what he or she can afford. Please join us for the following meals and programs. April 8 - Baked Chicken, yams with marshmallows, brussel sprouts, fresh fruit, rye bread -- Hastigns, Lansing Gilbert, film -s Delton, Ann Schantz, silk flower demo. April 9 - Macaroni, beef and tomato casserole, tossed salad, Scandanavian blend vegetables, pears, roll Hastings, Hummanities class. April 10 - Pork Chop, ap­ plesauce, winter blend vegetables, chocolate pudding Hastings, sing along with Fern -Delton, Mr. Massey. April 11 - Chicken liver, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrot coins, ambrosia, french bread Hastings, bingo, Ann Schantz, silf flower demo. April 12 - Cheese vegetable chow mein with rice, cottage cheese, peas, cherries. Margarine and milk are included with each meal, coffee and tea are available. Menu subject to change without notice. Need a ride? CA11948-8090, Barry County Transit is standing by! Serving Our Country Richard H. Luther Pfc. Richard H. Luther, son of Adelbert and Rebecca Luther of 9046 Andrews Road, Bellevue, has been decorated with the Army Achievement Medal in Fischbach, West Germany. The Achievement Medal is awarded to soldiers for meritorious service, acts of courage, or other ac­ complishments. Luther is a military police specialist with the 59th Ordance Brigade. He is a 1981 graduate of Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: Toro rototiller, $175; dehumidifier, $50. Phone 517-726-1422, Ver­ montville. Color Me Happy Program & Luncheon For Ladies Saturday, April 13,1985 1O:OO AM-12:30 PM At... Maple Valley High School Presented by... Nashville Baptist Church Fashions By: J.C. Penney Color Consultant... Mary Dailey Tickets... *5.00 Call Church Office for Tickets... 517-852-9808 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 9, 1985 — Page 11 Baseball, softball just around the corner All Vermontville boys 7-13 years old and girls 7-14 years old who wish to play baseball or softball this summer must sign up on Tuesday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Maplewood Elementary School. T-shirts and hats will be ordered and purchased at this time. Orders for T-shirts and hats must be in early, so be there to order or your son or daughter may not have these items along with the rest of the youngsters. Parents are encouraged to attend the sign-up and the meeting that will follow. Any persons interested in coaching a Pee-Wee or Little League team (boys or girls) are asked to contact Greg Hoefler at 726-0683. SALE ENDS SATURDAY The Saving Place® ACTION-ADS FISH FOR STOCKING: Ponds,. lakes and streams. Orders being taken now for spring, summer and fall deliveries. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 40 — Tuesday, April 16, 1985 Lions honor Gene Fisher for his outstanding service by Shelly Sulser Vermontville Lions Club member and community activist Gene Fisher was the honored guest at what became known as the “Gene Fisher Roast” last Monday night. Fisher, an 18-yearmember of the local club and past officer, was awarded a “Distinguished Service Award”, presented by Vermontville Lions- Club President Elon Baker. “He’s a big asset to our club and to the Michigan Lions,” Baker said Thur­ sday. “This (recognition) has been long overdo.” Baker had been planning the surprise event since last December, and found it hard to keep the secret, but “It worked out real well,” he said. Fisher’s past and present community and club ac­ tivities include: — President of the Ver­ montville Lions club for two years, and secretary of the club for two years. — Chairman of: community calendar, Las Vegas night, youth day, Lions syrup festival booth, senior citizens night, childrens’ parade, and the executive board of the church. Fisher’s other accomplishments include being past deputy district governor for the Lions Club, and then stepping up to the top post of governor where he received a 100 percent award for reaching set requirements. He was zone chairman for three years and received the General Motors Community Excellence Award. Fisher was also honored with a very distinguished award, a President Ac­ commodation, while president of the local club. While district Lions Club editor, Fisher won a state award. His other activities include serving as president of the Alumni Association, par­ ticipating as a member of the historical society and member of the Methodist Church and choir, being involved in the youth ex­ change; program plus ser­ ving as the current vice president of the Maple Syrup Association. Fisher is also a Boy Scout leader, and is a past president of the Maple Valley Band Boosters. Baker said Fisher is “highly respected” and the “roast” was given to show the Lions Club’s ap­ preciation to him for “being such a good Lion.” Showing pride for his club, Baker also added: “The Vermontville Lions club is At what became known as the "Gene Fisher Roast" last Monday night, Fisher's wife Mary read a poem that Lions Club President Elon Baker said fit Fisher to a ”T". the. sweetest club in Michigan and all the members wish to say thank you (to Fisher) for being a member of the club.” Spring band concert set for Sunday The Maple Valley Bands will have their spring con­ cert, Sunday, April 21, at 3 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. This will be the last band concert this school year. Plan to attend and support your students. Lions Club President Elon Baker, (left) presents a Distinguished Service Award" to Lion Gene Fisher from the Vermontville Club. Fern Gearhart is named as grand marshal of festival Fern Gearhart, named grand marshall of Vermontville s syrup festival, fills molds to make maple sugar candy. A?17’85 Fern Gearhart, Michigan’s largest producer of maple syrup products from homegrown trees, will serve as grand marshall of Vermontville’s Maple Syrup Festival, set for April 26-28. Mrs. Gearhart is a native ofVermontville and has been active for many years with the Vermontville Syrup Producers Association. In addition, she is the only woman on the board of the Michigan Maple Syrup Association where she holds the title of vice president. Nationally, Mrs. Gearhart has given speeches about marketing syrup products and other syrup-related topics. “She works and lives syrup the year round,” said Stanley Trumble, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation. Because of that dedication to the product and the active support she gives to local, state, and national producers associations, Being involved in maple Vermontville chose her as its syrup production has been a honored citizen this year, he lifelong activity for Mrs. said. Gearhart. “I was dumbfounded when “My father (Elver Briggs) they picked me,” said Mrs. was always in it (syrup Gearhart. “I was kind of making). He never had his amazed. I think it’s a great own bush, but he helped at honor.” other ones. Carl was born She and her late husband, into it. His folks had a sugar Carl Gearhart, purchased bush.” their sugar bush on N. Some of the maples on the Cochran Rd., Charlotte in Gearhart’s 70-acre Maple 1952. Now the business is run Valley Farm are over 200- • as a partnership between years-old. Mrs. Gearhart and son, This year about 5,000 Larry who is a member of buckets were hung on their the state syrup board, and a ttrees to collect sap during grandson, Tim, a graduate of the syrup season and the Maple Valley High School. yield amounted to “close to They have seven to toeight They have seven eight 1,000-gallons” of syrup, said hired men to help during the Mrs. Gearhart. It takes 30 to Syrup season and Mrs. 50 gallons of sap to make one Gearhart still maintains the gallon of maple syrup. tradition of feeding the crew “We boiled more days, but a large homecooked noon we didn’t have as much sap meal. On a recent day, the this year,” she said. spread included a large However, Mrs. Gearhart venison roast, ham, mac- says this year’s batch has an caroni and cheese, and green excellent taste. “It has a beans with mushrooms. Continued on page 15 �Th* Mople Valley New*, Nashville. Tuesday. April 16. 1985 — Page 2 Ncishv file NeiAfs Many local merchants and one local organization contributed cash or prizes for Nashville’s successful Easter Egg Hunt Saturday. Jeanette Joseph of Carl's Super Market, organizers of the annual event sponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce, expressed her thanks to all who donated awards for the children. Mrs. Joseph also expressed her appreciation to all those who helped stage the event at Sandyland Park, in­ cluding Janet, Jim and Denise Jarman, Bill Nichols, the Lonny Kienutske family, and Carl’s Market em­ ployees. Those contribution toward the Easter Egg Hunt prizes were Curtis Craft Center, Good Time Pizza, Country Kettle Cafe, Comerica Bank, Grandma's Greenery, Mace Pharmacy, Wheeler’s Marine, C’s Place, Nashville Locker Service, Kent Oil Company, Big George’s Party Store, Mirror’s Image, Harold’s TV and Radio, Quality Pawn, Bobbie’s Unique Nails, Maple Leaf Florist, Margaret’s Modern Beauty Salon, Wolever’s Real Estate, Irene’s Beauty Shop, Maple Valley Im­ plement, Hecker Agency, Kelley’s Variety Store, Hometown Lumber Yard, Eaton Federal Savings and Loan, the C-Store, Nashville Hardware, Clay’s Dinner Bell, Nashville Auto and Farm Supply, VFW Auxiliary of Post 8260, and Carl’s Super Market, Inc. A beautiful spring weekend starting Friday sent temperatures soaring into the 70s in this area, prompting lots of outdoor activities ranging from seasonal yard work to more entertaining pursuits such as hiking, biking, and kite­ flying. At the time of this report, the weather pros are predicting continued mild conditions for the next several days. Petie Latta of Nashville, her daughter Sherry Gould and girls Leslie and Emilie, of Bivens Road, returned home last Tuesday from a California trip that proved to be sort of a family reunion. Mrs. Latta flew to the Golden State on March 15 to spend nearly a month with her daughter and family, former local residents Susan and Gordon Gutchess, and daughters Jennifer and Ashley. The visit gave Mrs. Latta an opportunity to see the beautiful new home that the Gutchess family has recently completed building and moved into at Calabasas, a community near Los Angeles in an area where many TV and movie personalities reside. On March 27, Mrs. Gould and daughters flew to California to join her mother, sister and family for a nearly two-week stay. The following day Mrs. Latta’s son John, who lives at Chico in northern California, arrived by Amtrak for a weekend visit. The day after his arrival a family party celebrated Sherry’s birthday on the 29th. Another party held during the Michigan visitors’ stay.was an April Fool’s Day dinner hosted by Mrs. Gutchess and her mother. Other highlights of the visit included trips to Disneyland, the beach at Malibu, Santa Monica pier, and Mugu beach. The weather was very nice, and several picnics were enjoyed during the vacation. The local travelers arrived in Michigan late Tuesday evening, and were greeted at Grand Rapids airport by Sherry’s husband, Wayne Gould, and son, Lee. A program on the art and history of quilting will be Think Spring! HAIRCUTS................ *6°° Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO SCOO AND SET.................... •'The Mirrors image hillolz iwaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY -- present by Francis Campbell of Bellevue when the Nash­ ville’s Woman’s Literary Club meets Wednesday, April 17, at the Maple Grove Township Hall. Committee in charge of the event, which starts at 7:30 p.m., includes Jan Johnson, Bessie Myers and Betty Myers. Guests are welcome. Monty Bishop of Battle Creek will be ministering in song Sunday, April 21, at Nashville Assembly of God during regular 11 a.m. worship services. United Methodist Council on Ministries meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, at the church, to be followed by an 8 p.m. meeting of the Ad­ ministrative Board. The United Methodist Choir will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, earlier than usual, so that members can attend the child abuse forum being sponsored at 7:30 that evening by the Maple Valley Cooperative Nursery School. Dr. Mark Tucker of Battle Creek will be speaker at the event to be held at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School auditorium. A fellowship potluck dinner will be held at the United Methodist Commuinty House at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, April 21. The program will be “The Family of God.” Builders Class of United Methodist Church will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 24, at the home of Joe and Marge Andrews of rural Nashville. Ministers and their wives of the Central Zone of the Michigan District, Church of the Nazarene will meet this evening, April 16, at the local parsonage for a potluck dinner hosted by Rev. and Mrs. Thomas Voyles of the Nashville church. What some say was the best musical every presented at Nashville Baptist Chruch was staged Saturday and Sunday evening of Easter weekend by local talent. The in­ spirational performance of “Then Came The Morning” was directed by Janet DeGroot, and drew a good attendance each evening. The movie “Seeds of Self­ esteem” will be shown at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 21, at Nashville Baptist Church. Sonlite Company, the teen choir of Nashville Baptist Church, will present a -m--u-sical, “We Are The Reason,” at 7 p.m. Sunday, How do you guarantee a home for your family, even if you’re not there? No problem. Auto-Owners Mortgage Life Insurance goes beyond your homeowners insurance to make sure your family will have a home if something should ever happen to you. And, it’s a very affordable protection to have. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Mortgage Life Insurance can be no problem for your home and family. April 28. Darla Sherman, bride­ elect of David Franklin, will be feted at a bridal shower at 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the Church of the Nazarene parsonage in Nashville. The event is being hosted by Evelyn Voyles, June Franklin and Rozella Her­ man. Daria is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. James Sherman of Marshall. He is a former pastor of the local church of the Nazarene. The redwood trash receptacle cages built by local workers of the Michigan Green Thumb program with materials supplied by the village are a welcome and attractive addition to the Main Street business district, and should encourage litterbugs to “pitch in” and help keep our village clean. Rev. Dorotha Hayter of Nashville, an early minister in the local Church of the Nazarene, has recovered from complications of the flu, and is now back home. She had been hospitlized at Pennock last month and then transferred to the Barry County Medical Care The, No Problum. People, ~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones Facility for further recuperation. Rev. Hayter pastured the local church about 50 years ago and later served as supply minister. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week in memory of Thressa Hess from Maurice and Ardis Purchis and from James, Harold and Larry Whitaker; in memory of Artie M. Dennis from Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Sheldon, Mr. and Mrs. George Kellogg, Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Day, Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick Corkins, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Lamie, Mr. and Mrs. Ard Decker, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Varney, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Garlinger, Mrs'. Laura McIntyre, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Appelman, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Cooley, and Mr. and Mrs. Victor Brumm; and in memory of Helen Balch from Maurice and Ardis Purchis. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Childrens Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, Obituaries Melvin D. Castelein CLEARWATER, FLA. Mr. Melvin D. Castelein, 86, of Clearwater, Fla., for­ merly of Nashville, died Monday, April 8,1985, at Sun Coast Hospital in Largo, Fla. He was born in the Nashville area on Nov. 1,' 1898, the son of Tafiel and Ann (Booram) Castelein. He attended Nashville schools. His wife, the former Evah Aldrich, died Jan. 18, 1975. He had made his home in Florida for the past 10 years. He was employed for 47 years as a signal maintainer for Michigan Central, New York Central, and Penn Central railroads. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen. Mr. Castelein is survived by a son, George Castelein of Orlando, Fla.; one daughter, Mrs. Dorothea Warren of Clearwater, Fla.; 23 grand­ children; six great - grand­ children; and six great - INMEMORY In memory of Myrtle Dick Eight years have passed and gone Since one we loved so well Was taken from our home on earth With Jesus Christ to dwell. The flowers we place upon her grave May wither and decay But the love for her who lives above Shall never fade away! Very sadly missed by her daughter, Gloria, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren ACTION-ADS 'yluto-Ou.’ners /nmrance Stan Trumble h&m* LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) COMING SOON TO NASH­ VILLE: Video showcase Ideated in the office of Rapid Oil & Tire. Specializing in VHS video rentals. Kirt Petersen, owner. great - grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three children, a daughter, Doris Elaine Castelein; and two sons, Marion and Melvin Castelein. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13, at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. The Rev. Willard H. Curtis of­ ficiated. Burial was in Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. names of donors and of those named in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. An especially fine gift of Children’s books was presented last week to Putnam Public Library by Mary Jane Bradfield, a former schoolteacher who came to Nashville from Gaylord. The donation in­ cluded a complete set of Childcraft books with up­ dating yearbooks; a 12volume set of creative craft books by Children’s Press; a dozen junior mysteries; and several other volumes containing study materials for young readers. Librarian LaDusak Sheldon was very pleased with the gift, and said the books are a welcome addition to the children’s collection at Putnam. Former local resident Larry Hawblitz of Battle Creek was slated to par­ ticipate in the Boston Marathon yesterday, April 15. Next week we hope to have a report of his time in the 26.2-mile race which annually draws some 6,000 runners. This is Larry’s 5th entry in the event. Nashville’s Class of 1935 is planning a reunion to mark their 50th year since graduation. The party will be held the afternoon of May 25, proceeding the annual Maple Valley alumni banquet. The class gathering is set for 3 to 5 p.m. at the Community Center (old waterworks building) in Putnam Park. Snacks will be served. Organizers are extending an invitation through this column to those who graduated before or after 1935 to join their former schoolmates for a fine time of visiting and renewing old acquaintances. The banquet follows that evening at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. • ATTENTION • Maple Leaf Florist! Many thanks to Helen and Elsie for all the lovely and special things they have done for our family. Sylvia, Darren & Steve The “Opening” of our new Real Estate Office Xv. MAPLE VALLEY K.T RealEState 227 N. Main Street, Nashville (Next to the Post Office) Homer & Joan Winegar Give us a call at... 852-1915 Evenings: 726-0223 Homer Winegar (GRI) Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen and Associates. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 3 Maple Valley art students win awards at Lansing fair by Shelly Sulser Twenty-three Maple Valley art students took home awards from the Mid­ Michigan Youth Talent Fair at the Lansing Civic Center last month. Under the direction of Maple Valley Art Teacher Marion Martin, the students in grades 9-12 had entries in four of 20 possible categories. Taking the top award for Maple Valley was Linda Shippel, a junior, who earned a first place ribbon for her creative paper design. Second place award winners were: Stephanie Walliczek, senior with sculpture; Tana Trowbridge, senior, pain­ ting; Heidi Braden, senior, drawing; Heather Brown, senior, drawing and pain­ ting; Heather Hummel, freshman, creative paper design; - Kurt Hartenburg, senior, creative paper design; Nathan Shogren, junior, drawing; and Yumiko Maejima, senior, drawing. Those earning third awards were: Yumiko Maejima, senior, sculpture; Tana Trowbridge, senior, creative paper design; Linda Shippel, junior, painting; Kent Hamilton, senior, painting; Robin Brown, sophomore, painting. Earning Honorable Mentions were: Yumiko Maejima, creative paper; Carmen Hamilton, sophomore, painting; Chris Vogel, freshman, creative paper design; Isabella Walliczek, sophomore, drawing and painting; Pamela Wetzel, senior, painting; and Ines Hands, senior, painting. The 38th annual event, which drew schools from around the state, was held March 24-29, and was sponosred by Michigan National Bank, Schmidt’s Super Markets, Oldsmobile, Fisher Body, GM Parts Division, Lansing Parks and Recreation and the Lansing State Journal. Several Maple Valley students took home awards from the Mid-Michigan Youth Talent Fair with their arts entries. From left are Heather Brown, Yumiko Maejima and Isabella Wallickek. 1983 White Cane Queen to visit local schools Thursday Don’t let your savings melt away like last winter's ice and snow... Katie Mawby and her seeing-eye dog, Molly, (second from right) will be at Maplewood School in Vermontville and Fuller School in Nashville on April 18. Also shown from left are Bud Brady, White Can Symposium Chairman, Miss Cheryl Hyde, the 1984 White Cane Queen and her leader dog "Toby", Miss Mawby and Molly, and Owen Suits, White Can Committee Chairman for the Lions Clubs of Michigan. Michigan’s 1983 White Cane Queen, 20-year-old Katie Mawby will visit Fuller and Maplewood schools April 18 to talk to students about sight projects sponsored by Lions Clubs International. Mawby, who presented a program at Fuller in 1983, will return to that school at 12:30 p.m. Thursday. Her visit to Maplewood will be a first, beginning at 8:20 a.m. and again at 10 a.m. Accompanied by her dog Molly, Mawby’s appearance is arranged by the Nashville Lions organization in con­ junction with a film shown to Nashville elementary students telling the story of how leader dogs for the blind are trained. Program organizer Phil Howard said the presen­ tation helps kick off White Cane Week, set for April 27 to May 5 this year, and noted the school principals, Howard Yost and Bill Christensen requested the return program for the students. Katie Mawby, a 1982 graduate of Rockford High School, lost her sight at the end of her sophomore year due to optic neuritis. She is now a junior at MAPLE VALLEY Co-operative Nursery School is presenting a program on ... CHILD ABUSE Speaker: DR. MARK TUCKER Thursday, April 18 — 7:30 P.M. — Maple Valley Jr-Sr High School Auditorium Grand Rapids Junior College, majoring in physical therapy. Mawby enjoys swimming, golfing, and skiing on water as well as land — cross country and downhill. A five-year-old Golden Retreiver, Molly, her con­ stant companion, leader and guide, was trained at the leader dog school in Rochester, Michigan. Molly was paired with Mawby who took special training there in August 1982. The leader dogs and blind candidates are carefully matched. Potential leader dogs are raised by private individuals for a year, undergoing specific training to get the pup accustomed to the busy outside world. CHECKING WITH INTEREST Ifyour bank checking account is not paying you 5^4%, compounded daily, you are losing out. Why not open a new N.O.W. Account at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan and reward yourselfwith interest? WHERE YOU SAVE DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Stoney Point Womens Club holds meeting The Stoney Point Womens Club met at Florence Allen’s home on Thursday, April 4 for a meeting and made Cross Bookmarks for the Barry County Medical Care Facility for the patient’s Easter trays. The club will meet again on May 14 for a luncheon at Cornwell’s Turkey House near Marshall. Club meets again Sept. 10 and will reveal Secret Pals. The club meets the second Tuesday of each month and new members are welcome. Call Nashville 852­ 9375 and 852-0768. Call our 24-hour number 543-2410 for rates on all our savings accounts! Your “local” savings and loan Eaton Federal 10 UM MMME safe 'Heseic and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU HOME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN • PHOHE 643-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN ■ PHOHE 852-1830 EATOM RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1661 OLIVET, MICHIGAN • PHONE 748-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noonSalurdaj �The Mople Valley Newi Nashville, Tuesday. April 16. 1985 — Poge 4 Memories of the pas H uh i i by Susan Hinckley Early "horseless carriage days were adventuresome by Susan Hinckley In early February 1902 local entrepreneur Joseph C. Hurd was riding around Nashville on a three­ wheeled, gasoline-powered Thomas Auto-Tri, the first automobile to be used in the village. Two weeks later his friend Fred White tried a spin on Hurd’s vehicle and promptly smashed into a tree, injuring his knee so badly that he had to be confined to his home for a spell. From that time on, as autos became increasingly popular and affordable, the mis-adventures of local motorists were grist for humorous anecdotes related in detail by The Nashville News. The earliest accounts dealt with an increasing number of spectacular runaways as horses reacted frightfully to sights and sounds of the When Glenn H. Young returned from Lansing with his new Oldsmobile in November 1902, he opened the door to local women drivers for within a week his wife also was learning to run the machine and "thus be­ comes Nashville's first lady auto driver," noted The News. Mrs. Young's proficiency at the wheel paved the way for future female motorists in the area. Pauline Miller Downing is seen in this 1920s photo with the family vehicle. Cantankerous cars were not the only problem facing early motorists. Rough, narrow roads that were insufferably dusty or impassably muddy became a daily trial to those venturing out in horseless car­ riages. On occasion, horses were called upon to res­ cue the "infernal machines" from roadside mud or other emergency situations. Merrill Hinckley, the bareheaded youna driver of this car, is the only one identified in this early photo. He began driving at a young age and gave instructions to new auto owners in the Nashville area. “infernal machines” that soon would replace them as an acceptable mode of transportation. The transition, however, was not without its trials. The mechanics and maneuvers of horseless carriages often taxed the skills and patience of novice drivers, and many may .have longed for the reliability and comparative tranquility of horse-and-buggy days. Following are a few Nash­ ville News stories attesting to the tribulations suffered by local auto owners during those transitional years of the early 20th century. June 11, 1908... If there is any one fellow in this section who knows all about automobiles, that chap is Ed Liebhauser. He has been taking automobile magazines ever since there were any such publications, and his learned dissertations on carburetors, sparking plugs, tonneaus, friction clutches, sliding gear transmissions and all the rest of that junk have made him the envy of every one of us who ever had the automobile fever. Last winter he bought an auto, a high class touring car, and he has kept it in the barn at home ever since, dissecting and assembling it until he knew just exactly what every lever, bolt and screw was for and just where it belonged. He had that car down so fine that he could give cards and spades to the man who made it and then talk him into a fever in twenty minutes. Satisfied that he was competent in every par­ ticular to run the car out and make it do everything that a car ought to do, with a few extra evolutions thrown in, he started out Monday to see the scenery from a new viewpoint. He got along pretty well until he was coming in from his Maple Grove farm. He was coming along into town at a very moderate rate of speed, for Ed believes in moderation in everything except accumulating acreage. He had one foot on the speed lever, touching it ever so lightly, but in coming down the Boston hill The speed of the car became somewhat accelerated by the declivity, and Ed thought he would put on the brake, but instead of shifting his foot from the speed lever he pushed it down. The car responded with an extra burst of speed and Ed was seized with an attack of what would be buck fever in an amateur deer hunter and pushed the speed lever down flat. The car promptly showed him that it was According to the diary of his wife Ella, John Taylor, a Nashville machinist and crate-maker, ordered this Mitchell on June 1, 1911, and took delivery of it 21 days later in Grand Rapids. After he brought it home the Taylors (seated in car) took friends and relatives for joy rides through the local countryside. In his spare time John ran the car for hire at a nominal fee to local folks needing transporation to nea rby communities. In this photo the car bears a 1911 Michigan plate. capable of doing something fancy in the speed line and cut loose a pace that so bewildered Ed that he forgot that he was steering a derailed locomotive and he gave the steering wheel a twist that switched him into the gutter at the side of the road, where the donderous machine turned turtle, throwing Ed half a city block. As soon as his foot left the speed lever the sprinting of-the machinery came to a stop, but it was too late to avert the catastrophe. Unhurt except as to feelings, Ed came on into town by hand, but it took Bill Woodard and his stoneboat to bring in the machine, which had a badly smashed wheel and a few other marks of high life on the road. April 20, 1911... One of Nashville’s enthusiastic automobilists owes his life and liberty to the fact that he is a married man. Something had gone wrong with the fixings on the lower part of the machine, so he jacked it up and crawled under to repair it. When he got ready to get out, he found he was “plumb stuck,” as he ex­ pressed it, being unable to get out either forward or backward. After a time he gave it up and commenced using his lungs and his wife finally heard him and went to his aid, getting him by the pedal extremities and pulling him out of his predicament. No, won’t tell his name. Doc Morris knows too, but he won’t tell. June 6, 1912... Even Al Lentz is not exempt from the little troubles that assail automobilists. Last Saturday he and a party of friends went out for a ride and in attempting to turn around at Emery’s corners, south of the village, backed out of the road into the ditch, the abutment of the bridge stopping him from going clear into Quaker Brook. With the assistance of a couple of neighboring far­ mers he succeeded in getting back on the road, with no damage to the car and but little to the occupants. July 11, 1912... It’s mighty queer how quiet some of our local automobilists can keep concerning their accidents, but once in a while a story will leak out. The latest concerns Charles Raymond and his Winton. Charlie has spent several weeks studying the vitals of the infernal machine and was consequently quite anxious to try it out. So last Thursday he got the machine out and accompanied by A. E. Bassett, started on his first trip, going over into Eaton caught fire either through friction or through spon­ County. Everything went nicely taneous combustion. Henry until they were about two made a record run to the miles north of Kalamo and nearest farm house and a on the way home. Then bucket brigade soon had the Charlie, who was at the car out of danger. October 31, 1912... Joe wheel, attempted to cross a bridge on two wheels. As Hurd, one of Nashville’s they were not going fast garage men, is an inventive enough to accomplish this sort of cuss, and his latest feat, the result was discovery is something to disasterotis. Fortunately the take the place of the high priced occupants were uninjured, numerous but it took the highway cylinder lubricants for commissioner several hours automobiles. He has not to repair the bridge, and quite decided as yet to put it Arthur and Charlie spent the on the market, for it needs remainder of the day getting experimenting to make it the the car into shape to resume peer of any other, but time their trip home. At present will undoubtedly remedy Charlie is nursing his wrath that. Roy Mead left his Ford at and awaiting a return of his nerve and several diverse Joe’s place the other day to be overhauled, as it did not repairs from the factory. July 25, 1912... In order to seem to be working just get any satisfaction out of an right. Joe took it but for a automobile, one must have trial spin, looked it Over and at least four wheels under it. decided it was shy of oil, It will go for awhile on three, which it sure was. Roy had but it is unsatisfactory, to say the least. This is official. W. H. Burd and Len Feighner, out with their "horses acted families, found out all about it Thursday, when they frightfully to sights started for Charlotte to hear and sounds of the the “Great Commoner”. The infernal machines" machine was running just lovely and the party was that soon would enjoying the ride immensely until they were within seven replace them as an miles of Charlotte when the rear of the machine dropped acceptable mode of suddenly on one side. It kept transportation" going and Mr. Burd, who was the pilot, kept the craft, on the road until it stopped several rods further along. told him there was oil in a Looking around to discover can in the machine, so Joe what the trouble was, they dug out a gallon tin can and found the rear south wheel filled up the oil reservoir lying in the grass on the with the “oil”. Then he took north side of the highway, another little spin around while the car had been during the course of which skidding along on the brake­ the machine went dead, with shoe. the cylinders so solidly set up August 1, 1912... Henry C. that it took half a day’s work Glasner has discovered a to loosen them. There seemed to be plenty more material matter than compressed air which might of. oil in the tank, and Joe be used to inflate automobile couldn’t figure out what the tires in case of emergency, g y, trouble was, until he and Roy but which he refuses to got to talking matters over recommend. Last Saturday and finally discovered that Henry wanted to make a trip Joe had filled the tank with a to Battle Creek, and one of fine grade of maple syrup, his tires was in very bad which Roy had placed in the shape. Always ready in such tonneau of the machine. cases, he procured some Well, that was sure some rags, papers, etc., and sticky mess. The syrup had proceeded to stuff the burned on the cylinders and blooming thing. It worked pistons until emery wouldn’t very satisfactorily until they touch it and the tank and were nearly to Battle Creek. pipes were sweetly clogged The first hint of trouble was with it. a pungent odor which They are gradually seemed to fill the air, but one eliminating it though, and of the party attributed it to hope by the time maple the breakfast food factories syrup season comes again to in the city. Some smoke was have the machine in running seen issuing fromt he stuffed order, ready for another tire, the oily rags having gallon. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 5 Local M.V. FFA members attend annual state convention by Troy Thompson Av p $§ *^L MSU was the site for the annual State FFA Con­ vention. FFA members, delegates and advisors from all over the state gathered at the MSU Auditorium on March 20 to begin the 2'/z days of events. Elected to represent Maple Valley were Drew Pixely, Paula Ulich, and Sherman Reid. A wide variety of activites and events were attended by the Maple Valley group such as listening to guest speaker Dr. Carl Hurly, known as the funniest professor. Delegates also heard from the National FFA President Ron Weneinger. Sessions discussing such topics as chapter involvement, motivation, official dress and teacher leadership also took place. Recognition of chapter members for their outstanding involvement, contribution and accomplishments were the main focus of the convention. Receiving scholarship recognition from Maple Valley were Kristy Hosey and Mike Brewer for their three point or better grade average. Maple Valley also received recognition for its contributions to the scholarship fund for the past six years. In order to be considered for these state awards, such Maple Valley Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, April 17, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. ps sJJSs h * K W A “its. AbS R •Rta ’I,,%»» •J5 J5 SEJM *K» Mijiffi [*5iar. Kteini rwstia* ririiisnt. «ii te 'hot! "«? hW «*-«•' onto into **■ iw«y tiiiifva fSplW® *** rarff> rAlty to* I1 i‘ OT TP k—Uta tt'i1 k aWjj^MiF1 Bl -b **J! **J!i to* -*-*^ f*lr* b ■ft ■ «*»2 «» <**•>*5 51 i5»u*^ i ^’ ? 5*w 5w 5* 5« r«w »*! r' *5 Jr.-Sr. High School Cafeteria 1. Consideration for the purchase of a copy machine for central office. 2. Recognition of fourth, seventh, and tenth grade students who scored 100% on the Michigan Education Assessment Program in the areas of mathematics and reading. 3. Presentation by High School teacher Julia Swartz regarding the Maple Valley students selec­ ted for the Eaton Intermediate summer institute for talented and gifted. Also, general comments re­ lated to the development of the talented and gifted program for the coming school year. 4. Presentation by High School teacher Marianne Martin and students regarding awards won at the Lansing Youth Talent Show. 5. Approval of a social studies textbook for third grade. 6. Action related to tenure and probationary teachers along with consideration to layoff two elementary teachers considering enrollment pro­ jection and teachers returning from leaves of ab­ sence. 7. Designation of board members to present'diplomas at graduation activities scheduled for Sun­ day, June 2nd. 8. Action related to bids received on three used school busses. 9. Action related to bids on replacement of some school furniture, drapes, and shop equipment. 10. Approval of a resolution relative to the an­ nual school election scheduled for Monday, June 10, 1985 for the election of three board members plus obtaining voter approval to use the balance of funds ($19,255.37) in the 1963 building and site fund for general building repair or replacement of equipment. Resolution also includes approval of election workers. 11. Approval of G-M Underwriters, Inc. as agent for student insurance program. 12. Committee reports. 13. Hearing regarding disciplinary action taken by Jr.-Sr. High School administrators related to an incident involving a high school student on a band trip. A closed hearing has been requested. Board Members and Telephone Numbers David Hawkins .......................................... 8 Dale Ossenheimer, Jr ......................... 852-1674 Ronald Tobias ........................................... Wayne Cogswell r.................... 852-9745 Irma Gene Baker 726-0050 Paula Cole 543 LeRoy Sleeper 726-0297 as the scholarship awards or state farmer degrees and various proficiency awards, a member must first get an application, provided by the advisor. Once the member has been given the op­ portunity to fill out the ap­ plication it is then sent to the state officers for consideration. There were a total of 213 members at this years convention, receiving the state farmers degree. The state farmers degree is the highest award attainable at the state level. Another outstanding award given out during the convention was the state B.O.A.C. award. This is the “Building ori American Communities” program. The Charlotte FFA chapter won this award and will represent Michigan at the national convention in November. Another coveted award given out was the 100 percent plus award given to the chapter with 100 percent of it’s Vo-ag students who are also FFA members. This award went to the Lakewood FFA chapter. This year, Maple Valley didn’t bring home a long list of awards in proficiency, or farmer degrees or leader­ ship contest winners but our Maple Valley students will achieve as the program is built on. Given the right opportunities to succeed, they too can then be in the winning circle and in the process become leaders. Maple Valley delegates were asked “What main idea or piece of new information did you bring home to share with the rest of the chap­ ter?” All agreed that “The importance of official dress should be stressed more to the members.” When asked, “What did you personally gain by at­ tending the convention, Drew Pixely stated: “I learned more about the workings of the FFA.” One evening programs offered by Adult Ed. Smoking and Weight Control: Many people have signed up for the Stop Smoking and Weight Control clinics, to be held Tuesday, April 16, at the high school. There is still room for others. If you. would like to attend, you may still plan to do so. The Stop Smoking Clinic begin at 6 p.m. and the Weight Control Clinic begins at 8:30. Fee for each clinic is $30. Films: The films on cancer that were to be shown Tuesday, April 16 are no longer available. In place of these two films, two others will be shown - one is entitled “Feeling’ Fine” and the other is “Fitness Formula”. “Feelin’ Fine” is put out by the American Heart association and is about high blood pressure. The film features Eddie Albert and demonstrates how older people with high blood pressure, a top health problem in the U.S., can keep fit and active. The purpose of the program is to inform people at greatest risk from high blood 7p4re9ssure, those in their 50’s and 60’s and over, about the 2d-a9n4g7e6rs of the disease and the importance of early detection and treatment. 9The second film is on physical fitness. These films will be shown at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16. For further information, call the Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education office at 852-9275. Everyone is welcome. You do not need to register for the programs. Catering: A catering class will be taught by Mona Ellard of the Eaton County Extension office on Monday, April 29, from 7-9 p.m. If you have a graduation party or wedding reception on your calendar, come and find out about setting up a working buffet table, managing your time, money and energies, developing a nutritious, delicious and eye appealing meal, food preparation and equipment selection, and Sherman Reid said he “enjoyed experiencing campus life. And delegate Paula Urlich said she wanted to be a delegate “to get opt of school and meet new people.” The benefits to those at­ tending the convention as stated by advisor Szydzik was “to increase motivation for involvement in FFA.” The rest of the FFA membership is looking forward to hearing more from their chosen delegates at the next FFA monthly meeting. M.V. School REPORT attend this meeting. Nominating petitions for An article in the April 2 the four year terms have publication of the Maple been filed by Loren Lehman, Reid, Dale Valley News stated that Vernon Kathy - Feaster, state Ossenheimer, Jr., David Bryan, department personnel, and Hagon, James representatives involved in Beatrice Pino, and Marsha Nominating the community survey and Ainslie. curriculum review would petitions for the one year make a presentation at the term have been filed by April 17 board meeting. LeRoy Sleeper and Duane Because of general schedule Davidson. At the regular meeting of conflicts some of the per­ sonnel are not available the the Board of Education to be held in the high school evening of April 17. Therefore, the community cafeteria, Wednesday, April survey and curriculum 17, 21 (fourth, seventh, and review report will be made tenth) grade students will be Thursday evening May 9. recognized for outstanding The meeting is scheduled to achievement by scoring 100 be held in the high school percent on the state assessment test in the area library beginning at 7 p.m. Citizens are encouraged to of reading and mathematics. by Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff, Maple Valley Schools taste test possible entrees, and go home with your own quantity recipes for 100 servings. Fee for the class will be $3 plus $3 for the supplies. To enroll in this class, call 852-9275. The seminar on Home Security - Operation Iden­ tification cancelled earlier because of the weather has been rescheduled for Monday, May 6 at 7 p.m. at the high school. Color Analysis By... Cathy Carrigan Discover the color just right for you. cost... *20.00 My Home or Yours?I Phone ... 726-0026 for information. ■ ■W 2996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE W Ph. 726-0486 Party Mart RC, Diet Rite, RC 100 & Nehi Flavors $199 8 pk Plus Deposit Lays Potato Chips Reg., BBQ, Sour Cream & Onion, Reg. *13’ Patio Burritos - Sale Beef/Bean & Red Chili 5 oz * KEGS OF BEER * Now taking orders for Syrup Festival Weekend — Last day to order is April 24th. • BEER • WINE • PACKAGED LIQUOR • STATE JOURNAL • DETROIT FREE PRESS • INSTANT LOTTERY TICKETS • • LEON’S SUBS AND SANDWICHES • MILLER’S ICE CREAM • LOTS OF ICE SUMMER HOURS STARTING APRIL 15 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday 8:00 a.m. -12:00 a.m. Sunday ........................... 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 6 Nashville student accepted to U.S. Air Force Academy Dan Lykins, son of Laura and Charles Lykins of Nash­ ville, has been accepted to the United States Air Force Academy. Lykins, who currently maintains the highest grade point average of all seniors at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, will receive a Cer­ tificate of Appointment to attend the Academy, on May 21 during Honors Day. Major Joseph J. Noto, a pilot with the National Guard, will present the certificate, which represents a full, four-year scholarship valued at $150,000. Lykins will enter the Academy as a fourth class cadet on July 5, 1985 and begin basic cadet training prior to the start of academics in mid-August. Lykins said he is excited about being accepted. “I am really looking forward to getting out there to begin my training,” EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, April 17-7 p.m., Colorado Exchange meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Friday, April 19 - 8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack & Gloria Pennington’s, 6375 N. Chester Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, April 20 - 8:30-11 a.m., 4-H Market Hog Weigh-in, fairgrounds. Saturday, April 20-1 p.m., 4-H Clown Club Banquet, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, April 22-7 p.m., 4-H Softball meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Nashville VFW 8260 Fish & Chicken Fry Friday, April 19,5:30-7:30 VFW 8260 in Nashville — PUBLIC INVITED — Lykins said. His goal is to build jets and space vehicles, as well as to pilot them. “I like the idea of flying,” said Dan adding that his newest hobby of bird wat­ ching has revealed an even greater fascination for flying. As a student at Maple Valley, Lykins participated in Varsity Track and Varsity Cross Country and was captain of the Maple Valley Quiz Bowl team this year. He has been a member of the National Honor Society for the past four years, and will graduate first in his class. He competed against more than 13,000 other top high school students from throughout the nation for the appointment, and is one of approximately l,40G students to receive an Air Force Academy Appointment. 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Don Roscoe FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. 4.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 8 Business was brisk in early Vermontville This paper was compiled and read by the late Ray Anderson at a joint meeting of the Vermontville and Eaton County historical societies held in the Griswold Room on Sept. 8, 1966, in the Congregational Church in Vermontville. PARTI by Ray Anderson The periods I wish to talk about are the formative and development years of the village, namely 1836 to the early 1920s, and of the men who ran the businesses of those times, and let me say Vermontville was a very busy place. The business areas of Vermontville really developed in three places: Main Street, an area nor­ theast of the Methodist Church, and around the railroad station. Th first stock of goods offered for sale in the village was brought from Bellevue by Wells R. Martin and Stephen Scovill, both original colonists. But, the first regular store was not established until 1846-47 when Hale & Frink opened one in the lower story of the Academy; now known as the Chapel. The business district first started where Mrs. Beck’s house now stands (just north of the Methodist Church), and I suppose the first two or three stores were in that area, but they soon moved one block south and developed the Main Street as it now is. The firm of Frink & Barber came next, Homer G. Barber succeeding Mr. Hale in 1855, and they were followed by D.F. Barber Co., who sold out in 1863. Let me just say a word about Homer G. Barber. He was the son of E.H. Barber, one of the original settlers, and was about 10 years of age when brought to Vermontville, and exerted a great influence on the community during his entire lifetime. For the benefit of our Charlotte guests, he was one of the organizers and officers of the Eaton County Bank, and two of his grandsons, This photo, dated "about 1912” shows Main St. looking north in Vermontville. (Photos furnished by Esther Shepard) The horse and buggy era in Vermontville is preserved in this oldtime photo showing Main St. from the north. z Movies ana a Player for 2 Days Only $11UA00 ★ Movie Rental $200 per day ★ Pizza Special Movie Coupon with even/ 16” Pizza. 4 Coupons gets you a FREE MOVIE! Ned B. Alsover and Phil H. Barber, were officers in that bank for many years, Phil retiring as president only a couple of years ago. Homer Barber was a half brother of Albert Barber who ran a grocery in Charlotte for many, many years. Homer Barber also was one of those who sailed around the Horn to California during the 1849 Gold Rush. Well, anyway, the firm of Barber & Martin (Homer G. Barber and Henry J. Martin) was organized May 15, 1863 and continued for 10 years. Henry Martin was a son of Wells R. Martin, and was the choir leader of the Congregational Church for many years. On the dissolution of this firm, Mr. Martin continued business with John Downing for five years and after that by himself to 1890. The old business established in 1853 was continued by the firm of Barber, Hull and Ambrose. Both Fred A. Hull and Chester A. Ambrose having been clerks in the old store. In 1883, Hull sold his interest to Sidney S. Rockwell, the business continuing under the firm name of Barber, Ambrose & Rockwell. Homer G. Barber con­ tinued in trade until his death in 1909. His dry goods store, south across the street from the bank, was one of the finest in the county. In company with his son, Ed­ ward D. Barber, a hardware and furniture store was organized, and is still operating in the same building under the ownership of Dale Briggs. Barber sold the store to Hance Hammond and he to Mr. Dickey. Several others have owned it up to and including Mr. Briggs. In 1872, Mr. Barber started a private bank located in the rear of his dry goods store which remained there until it was reorganized as the Barber State Bank and moved across the street. It is still there but now owned by the Michigan National Bank. William C. Alsover was the first cashier, followed by Charles A. Stiles. Another general store was started in June 1854 by Wells R. Martin and John F. Hinman who was from Battle Creek. In about a year, Mr. Hinman was succeeded by A.H. Proctor for two years when the business known as W.R. Martin & Co. passed in 1859 to the new firm of Benedict & Martin, namely William H. Benedict and Henry J. Martin. Mr. Benedict’s in­ terest was later purchased by Mr. Martin and the business continued by the latter until 1863 when the firm of Barber & Martin was organized and the stocks of the two stores were con­ solidated. William H. Benedict, son of the Rev. W.U. Benedict, second pastor of the Congregational Church, later engaged in the grocery business, and up until the time of his death was a leading grocer, grain, wool and provision dealer. Mr. Benedict, incidentally, built the first grain elevator in the town and rebuilt it after it was destroyed by fire in 1900. Benedict continued to operate it until it was pur­ chased by my father, Charles A. Anderson, who a little later took in as a partner John H. Gearhart, operating the business as a partnership for two years when Mr. Anderson repurchased Mr. Gearhart’s interest and operated it as sole owner until he sold it to the Citizens Elevator Co. in 1920. So really the elevator has been operated under as few owners as any business in town. Other merchants and traders who followed in the footsteps of these men, although not identified with the early settlers, did operate thriving businesses and helped in the growth and development of the village. The first hotel was built by Wells R. Martin, one of the original colonists, using his house as such, which still stands, namely the first house south of the Opera House. The upper story of a brick business block which stood where the Opera House and Standard Oil Station are now located, was used as a hotel under the ownership of a Dancer family who were the parents of Mrs. Edward D. Barber. The New England Hotel, which was built ex­ pressly for a hotel, stood just north of the Chapel where Nick’s gas station is now Continued on next page— ★ 852-9833 * KB Super April Special 16" Pizza with 3-items 2-Movies and a Player 1-2 Liter Pepsi or Coke (Player and Movies for one day) nCly|l AJw50V For Only Free Delivery with-in Three Miles * Watch for Other Specials + ★ Over 100 Movies it !tabaenkBwi Tirsi oanK was located. St°°d where the ew ,r s a o « now,swere e �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 9 92 HIT Si W W ^^4 ^^4, life * * ** hi uKBlii as:: ini located, known later as the Follette House, and later still as the Park Hotel. It was erected in 1855 by James Tufford, later owned by S.A. Gunn, Fred Briggs, and the Marble family and Arthur Allen. Another hotel stood on the southwest corner of 2nd and South Main under the ownership of several people, amongst them were Mr. Sherman, Mr. Alf Briggs, Mr. Warren French, Mr. Helm and Mr. Cook. It was later used as a funeral home, but is now used as a residence. The newspaper called the Vermontville Enterprise was established in 1874 by J.C. Worcester. It was sold to G.W. Hoskins, and later to F.M. Potter who changed its name to the Vermontville Hawk. Its name was again changed to the Vermontville Echo and was owned and oeprated by several people, some being Mr. Sherman, H. H. Curtis, LeRoy Snell and O.E. McLaughlin. It just recently merged with the Nashville News, the two papers being issued under the name of the Maple Valley News. As I said before, there were three areas of business development in the town. First let us consider Main Street: At the time of my first recollection of the town, around the early 1900s, there were four doctors practicing here, namely Drs. Green, Parmenter, Charles & Frank Snell, who were followed by Drs. McEachran and McLaughlin. There was also a dentist, Dr. Monkman, who was followed by Dr. Harry Davis. The first veterinarian was Dr. George Davis. C.E. Hammond & Son ran a book and shoe store, also furniture and was the town Undertaker. Later the first movie was located in one of his buildings. Above his store was the Citizens Telephone Co., with five employees. Mr. Charles Hall ran a pool room and bowling alley, later a skating rink. Mr. Helm had a harness shop. Some of the grocers were the Benedicts, the Ambroses, Ambrose, Moore and Sparks, Allen & Andrews, Allen Eckhart & Lentz, W.H. Miller and Roy Mathews. The Citizens Bank was organized with C.C. Hallenbeck as president and Arthur Barningham as cashier. E.B. Hammond had a fine jewelry store and watch repair. A dress making shop was next door. Some of the barber shop operators were Rex Briggs, the Hawkin’s, Fox Brothers, Charles Warner, and George Firster. There was a saloon, Aidermans meat market, who was succeeded by Henry Mull, later by Mull & Eckhart, and one operated by John Barningham. Barbers dry goods store, and next door south Lamb’s Grocery which later moved across the street, after which Lamb’s Hardware & Im­ plement Co. was established in the old store. There were three drug stores, Hull’s, Willet’s and the Loveland Bros. William Imes had a dry goods store and his wife a millinery shop, as did Mrs. David Purchase. O.M. Folger had a produce and feed store, also sold implements as did A.K. Walker, Serol Powers, Ernest Granger and Cal Gehman. Mr. James and Charles Fleming had a shoe store. Mr. George Seitz had a shoe repair shop and Mr. John Downing ran an ice cream store. Mr. Kemp started a bakery followed by Elias Cole. George McWha ran a pool room. Roy Lamb, Barber Bros, and Louie Lamb started the first auto agencies. Both hardware and implement dealers handled buggies, wagons, sleighs and cutters. Oster named ambulance chief by Shelly Sulser At the annual Vermontville Ambulance Ser­ vice election Tuesday, Lana Oster was named thenew ambulance chairperson for 1985. Oster was Originally chosen to temporarily fill the post two months ago, when Diane Clark resigned the position on February 25. Before being elected ambulance director, Oster said she felt honored that her fellow volunteers had chosen her to fill the post until the election. “I have felt very honored Bellevue schools holding Kindergarten Round-up On Wednesday, April 24, the Bellevue Community Schools will hold Kin­ dergarten Round-Up for parents in the Elementary lunchroom from 1:15-2:30 p.m. The following activities are planned: submission of birth certificate 4an__dI registration; a presentation of curriculum; scheduling of Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Mr. and Mrs. Tom Gralavas and baby of El Paso, Texas were visitors of Mrs. Leta Nagle on Monday. Miss Teresa Furlong of Kissimmee, Fla. visited Miss Esther Shepard Thursday p.m., also Mrs. Paula Kimball of Melbourne, Fla. Cinque and Quannah Adams of Horton spent the week with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict, their parents bringing them Monday night and their mother coming for them Sunday. A birthday card shower is suggested for Miss Julia Childs who will celebrate her 80th birthday April 24. The morning and af­ ternoon kindergarteners enjoyed an Easter Egg Hunt in the park on Friday af­ ternoon. Mrs. Esther Satterlee, 90, of West First Street, had walked uptown Saturday a.m. and was discovered unconscious on the floor when her stepdaughter came in the afternoon. She was taken by ambulance to Pennock Hospital after suffering a severe stroke. Her son Lynn and wife are on their way home from Florida. Mrs. Frances Olson spent Saturday at the Old Cour­ thouse in Charlotte helping with the genealogy registration. Word has been received that Ted Zemke of Tucson has improved enough to be at home but is very weak. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Sietz, Mrs. Hermina Southern and Mrs. Kate Snider called on Mrs. Helen Purchis in Lansing Sunday p.m. Mrs. Purchis, 89, had the misfortune to fall down the basement stairs Wednesday evening which injured her face and broke her nose. She lives in a duplex with her daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Walsh, where she is staying after going to the emergency room. Quality, Value & More with a Bilco Basement Door HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD Come see the BILCO Basement Door we have on display. Check out its many features. Its heavy gauge steel construction. Its smooth, easy operation. See why it’s best for you. D^LIVERIMG-PLAMMIMG-ESTIMATIHG-SiVIMG Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks that the service asked me to take care of things until the April meeting,” Oster said two weeks ago. “If they want me to continue (as director), I will.” Oster’s job will be to handle paperwork and scheduling, as well as heading the meetings where all the volunteers can have input, she said. Of her resignation from the position, Clark stated she quit because “The problems I encountered in trying to provide improved services just became too much. Clark also added The AMERICA'S FINEST BASEMENT DOOR a clasroom visit and vision screening; health suggestions by an Eaton County School Nurse; and explanation of the Development Kindergarten Class for students though not to be ready for regular Kindergarten. -H you have not received previous mailings and have a child who is eligible for Kindergarten this fall (age 5 by Dec. 1, 1985), please call the school office (616) 763­ 9435 or mail your child’s name, birthdate, address and parents’ name name to Bellevue Elementary School, Bellevue, MI 49021. An immunization Clinic will be held on Thursday, May 9 for children of all ages. If you have questions about the development of your 1,2, 3, or 4-year-old, call Bernard Geyer at (616) 763­ 9635. same group of people on the ambulance service con­ tinually objected to every approach to do this, causing internal friction among the members.” The improved services Clark is speaking of includes a schedule assigning crew members to regular day and night shifts, an in-house training program, fund raising projects, a blood pressure clinic and a patient profile outreach program to gather emergency medical information from the people of the township and village. Clark felt she was not receiving enough support for the programs from the other volunteers. Fire Chief James Samann, who is the head of both the fire and ambulance departments, said Clark was “pushing too much...there were some things I would back her on and there were others I would not back her on.” Oster said the p; rograms are important, but the reason for the slack in participation was because some of the 18 volunteers felt their views were not in­ cluded when the changes were implemented. “No one feels she (Clark) did a bad job,” Oster said. “She did an excellent job.” Oster also added: “We’re running a good service; if someone calls, we’re going to be there.” �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 10 Lion baseball team hardpressed to repeat title Members of Maple Valley's varsity baseball team are (front row) Scott Furlong, manager; Kenny Meade, Greg Tilley, Mark Martin, Ken Trumble (second row) Coach Larry Lenz, Jim Bryan, Jim Fuller, Brett Ramey, Mark Valdick, Scott Joostberns; (back row) Ryan Trowbridge, Greg Lenz, Chug Maurer and Kurt Hartenburg. Pitching a key for MV softball prospects If Maple Valley’s softball team is to improve on last year’s disapointing 3-8 record, the Lions’ pitching staff must come through, says the team’s coach, Chris Ricketts feels the 1985 edition of Maple Valley softball should be able to score a few runs and play adequate defense, but that right now the pitching is suspect. “We’ve been hitting the ball fairly well off the (batting practice) machine and I think we’ll be good defensively,” says Ricketts. “Pitching, as always, is the key. We’ve never been known for our pitching. “We’ll keep at it and I think we could be respec­ table about halfway through the year.” Ricketts lists junior Carol Lamie, who will also play first, and sophomore Donna Ashcraft, who will also see duty in the outfield, as the team’s top two pitchers. Senior captain Duska Morawski could also do some pitching and will be the team’s starting shortstop. In addition to Lamie and Morawski, the only other returning Maple Valley letterwinners are senior first baseman Jackie Gardner and junior second baseman Debbie Corkins. Joining Ashcraft as promising newcomers are senior infielder Judy Knoll, sophomore catcher Dawn Morawski, sophomore utility player Beth Starring and senior catcher-outfielder Marcia Bishop. Continued on next page— They say repeating a championship is more dif­ ficult than winning one the first time around. If that’s the case, Maple Valley’s baseball team may be in for a long spring. The Lions (18-4), SMAA and district champs a year ago, lost two thirds of their outfield, half their infield, and a catcher through graduation. Left, however, are four .300-plus hitters and an all-league pitcher which Maple Valley coach Larry Lenz hopes is enough talent to make a run at a second straight league title. “The positions we do have back more than make up for the inexperience we have at the other positions,” says Lenz. “Those (inex­ perienced) people played behind some good players last year.” Heading the list of key returnees is Lenz’s son Greg, a senior pitcher who com­ piled an outstanding 10-1 mound record last season while batting .413 with 4 homers and 25 rbis to boot. Other returning starters, all seniors, include first baseman-pitcher Scott Joostberns, outfielder Ryan Trowbridge and shortstop Mark Valdick, who’ll be making the switch from second base. Joostberns and Valdick both hit in the area of .300 while Trowbridge’s average pushed .400. Other returning letterwinners are senior out­ fielder Chug Maurer and senior second baseman Ken Trumble. Senior Kurt Hartenburg, who was out all last year with an injury, should handle some of the catching duties this spring. As was the case last year, Lenz says the team’s strong suit will be hitting. “We’re going to able to hit the ball well. We scrim- These area merchants support the LET'S SUPPORT THESE MERCHANTS Kent Oil Company Agnes’ Korner Kitchen Wheeler Marine Service 735 Durkee (M-66) Nashville Ph. 852-9210 202 N. Main Nashville Ph. 852-0944 South M-66 Nashville Ph. 852-9609 416 N. Main Nashville Ph. 852-9895 Nashville Auto & Mace Pharmacy Farm Supply Donald & Wilma’s Upholstery 112 N. Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-9500 207 N. Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-0845 41771 Reed St. Nashville Ph. 852-9684 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Marathon C Store Maple Leaf Florist Gifts & Antiques 311 N. Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-9610 Sweet and How Good 650 S. Main Vermontville Ph. 726-0652 Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods, Inc. 105 N. 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The Lion coach says finding two live arms to fill in behind Greg Lenz head the list of his priorities. “The keys for us are fin­ ding No! 2 and No. 3 pit­ chers,” says Lenz, who adds Joostberns and junior Greg Tilley head the candidate list. “Ifwe get some wins out of them we’ll be sitting pretty good.” Lenz names Bronson as the team to beat in the SMAA. The Vikings have nearly everybody back in­ cluding their two best pit­ chers and loads of hitting, says Lenz. Pennfield has its top pitcher back, Paul Mitchell, and could contend for the title. “I like those two teams and us for the top three spots,” says Lenz. “It’ll probably be all three of us right there.” Seniors mainstay of solid boys track squad Many of the youngsters were members of the team as inexperienced sophomores and were still plugging away a year later as juniors. Now the group consists of veteran seniors and Chuck Reid is expecting that experience to show. The Maple Valley boys track coach says the team has been hampered in the past by a lack of senior leadership. This year, however, fortified by 9 senior returnees, Reid has little doubt last year’s 6-6 overall (5-3 league) record will be improved. “Last year we were quite competitive and we only had one senior. Two years ago we only had two or three seniors,” says Reid. “Finally we got our younger kids up on varsity and now we have seniors to work with.” Returning Lion seniors are Jim Benit (relays), Robert Browne (100, 220), Shan Ferrier (high jump, hur­ dles), Dean Hale (distan­ ces), Terry Hall (hurdles), Dan Levering (880, 440 relays), Gary Reid (330 lows, 440 relay), Pat Resseguie (330 lows, 440 relay), and Jim Symonds (long jump, 440). Reid also has four returning juniors and two sophomores. The juniors are Tim Higden (relays), Mike Siple (shot, discus), Mike Smith (relays, 100), and Scott Villanueva (shot, discus). The sophomores are Brian Ainsworth (440, pole vault) and Robbie Trowbridge (mile, two-mile). Reid said the team should be particularly strong in the 100 and 220 with Browne and the 330 low hurdles with Reid, who captured 10 firsts in that event a year ago. The Lion coach says help is needed in the distances events like the mile and twomile, which as Reid says, “is still improved over last year.” He says the field events are also better than a year ago. All ofwhich has led Reid to become very confident of his 1985 team. Continued on next page— LIONS year-round! Eaton Federal Savings & Loan Maple Valley Lawn & Garden 109 S. Main Street Nashville Ph. 852-1830 Corner of Nashville Hwy. and Arbor Rd., Vermontville Ph. 726-0133 Hecker Agency Cooper Upholstery 225 N. Main Nashville Ph. 852-9680 615 E. Francis Nashville Ph. 852-1764 Maple Leaf Florist Gifts & Antiques 311 N. Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-9610 Comerica 203 N. Main Nashville Ph. 852-0790 Johnny’s Food Mart 160 S. 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Main Nashville Ph. 852-9107 Bobbies Unique Nail Service �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 11 Maple Valley High School's varsity track team consists of (front, from left) Andy Hallock, Brian Ainsworth, Mike Smith, Dan Levering, Dean Hale, Robert Browne, Rob Trowbridge; (second row) Doug Franklin, Mike Royal, Eric Terpening Terpening, Jim Benit, Gary Reid, Tim Higdon, Scott Carpetner; (third row) Dan Siple, Sk Skeeter Ebersole, Dan Hale, Paul Bahs, Terry Hall, Shan Ferrier, Coach Reid; (back row) Matt Bracy, Craig Ostergren, Pat Resseguie, Scott Villanueva and Mike Siple. Boys track, continued “I’m confident we’ll be right in there,” says Reid of the title chase. “The league is wide open this year.” Reid likes Pennfield, with its 9 seniors, and Bronson, which was very young last spring. And. of course, there is perennial power Olivet, which lost 12 seniors, but which always comes up with excellent teams. “I look at this as a four­ way deal,” admits Reid. “It all depends on who stays healthy the longest.” Maple Valley thinclads beat old rival Olivet, 82*54, in opener The Maple Valley track team did a great job in their first meet of the season, beating Olivet, last years SMAA champs 82 to 54. (New school record in two mile relay). The results: 2 mile relay Carpenter, Higdon, Levering, Dean Hale, (9.03.6); pole vault, first, Hamilton, (10.6), second Bahs; shot put, first M. Siple (41.8), second, Resseguie (39.3), third, Ostergren (38.2) ; discus, first, M. Siple (120.2) ; long jump, first, Browne, (20’11”); high jump, second, Ferrier, (5’4”); 100 yd. dash, first, Browne, (10.75); 880 yd. relay, Reid, Levering, Benit, Browne, (1.37.8); 1 mile - Dean Hale (5.00), third, Trowbridge, (5.05.0); 440 yd. relay - Reid, Smith, Benit. Browne (46.5); 440 yd. dash, second, Ainsworth, (55.3); 880 yd. run, second, Levering, (2.20), third Carpenter (2.20.9); 330 low hurdles, first Reid, (42.8); 220 yd. dash, second, Benit, (25.01); 2 mile run, first Dean Hale (10.43), third Trowbridge, (11.47); 1 mile relay, Reid, Levering, Symonds, Ainsworth (3.50.6). Lions varsity baseball team starts year with two wins last week mi Kite wkw* MMJ turiR HohA na-w ftSipMW fflilbii®' flil&lW gp# jin** 1^1 Jjlillil >*? < ft* Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team opened the 1985 season with an exciting last inning victory over Caledonia 5-3. The Lions trailed 3-1 going into the bottom of the seventh when Jim Fuller and Greg Tilley reached base on errors with two outs. The Scots elected to intentionally walk Ryan Trowbridge to load the bases. Senior Greg Lenz then hit the next pitch deep over the Centerfield fence for a grand slam home run. The home run, Lenz’s fourth in three years against Caledonia, enabled senior lefthander Scott Joostberns to get the pitching victory. Joostberns hurled the final four innings in relief for Lenz. Lenz pitched the first three innings, allowing one unearned run, one hit and striking out seven. Joostberns allowed two unearned runs, three hits and struck out four. Chug Maurer had two hits as did Mark Valdick and Lenz to lead the Lions’ eight hit attack. The team opened its league schedule last week by dropping a contest to Pennfield 4-2 and defeating Bellevue 17-2 in five innings. Tuesday the Lions dropped a well played game to Pennfield. Maple Valley jumped out in front 2-0 on Kurt Hartenburg’s two run .home run in the second in­ ning. The home run followed a double by leftfielder Chug Maurer. However, Paul Mitchell, the Panthers’ fine lefthander, allowed only two hits the remainder of the game. He struck out ten and walked only two. Greg Lenz took the loss for the Lions. He allowed four hits, two walks and struck out six. Saturday the Lions pounded Bellevue 17-2 in a five inning mercy rule game. Maple Valley jumped out in front 2-0 in the second inning on Kurt Hartenburg’s two- Maple Valley JVs win baseball opener Maple Valley j.v. baseball won an exciting opener defeating Pennfield 7-6. The j.v.’s scored four runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to defeat Pennfield 7 to 6. Adam Brumm knocked in the tieing run and Scott Phenix batted in the winning run. The j.v.’s had 11 hits in the ball game and Bill Brenton led the Lions with three hits. Getting doubles were David Benit and Bill Brenton. The winnipg pit­ cher was Scott Lenz, who gave up four hits, walked six, and struck out 12. He gave up three earned runs. Members of this years j.v. team are: Troy Abbott, Bill Brenton, Adam Brumm, Matt Brown, Jeff Campeau, David Benit, Brock DeGroot, Jeff Fisher, Dale Dickinson, Dan Kellogg, Tai Gearhart, Brian Sleeper, Scott Lenz, Scot Phenix,' Rich Varney, Rob Norton, Wally Wood­ man, Andy Finkler, Chris Todd, Matt Owen, Matt McClelland, Dan Murphy and Mickey Tilley. run single. Bellevue came back to tie the score at 2-2 with two runs in the top of the third. The Lions then roared back to see the Contest with 12 runs in their half of the third inning. Getting key hits for Maple Valley in their big inning was Chug Maurer, two run home run; Greg Tilley, two run double; Ryan Trowbridge, two run single; and Ken Meade, two run single. Mark Valdick had a two run single in a three run fourth inning for the Lions. Scott Joostberns and Greg Tilley combined to pitch a two hitter for Maple Valley. Joostberns picked up his record victory of the season. Softball, continued Ricketts is disapdinted with the number of girls that turned out for the Lion team, which until last week wasn’t even finalized by the athletic department. With only a handful of girls to work with, Ricketts says it is difficult to build any kind of a successful softball program. “There are some real good girl athletes walking around the school and it’s not"just in softball, but in many of the Maple Valley girls sports, the girls just don’t come out,” says Ricketts. “It’s not particular to softball — it’s all sports. Girls that should be out for teams'just don’t come out.” As for this spring’s SMAA, Ricketts likes defending champion Bellevue to head the pack while Bronson and Springfield could take the next two positions. The Maple Valley varsity girls' tract team are (front, from left) Polly Cook, Lisa Franks, Kristina Brewer, Mary Walliczek, Isabella Walliczek; (second row) Wendy Thomson, Debbie Hull, Dina James, Ronda Steinbrecher, Kim Bahs, Markelle Hoefler, Debbie Staskus; (third row) Kelly Reid, Kim Smith, Beth Krueger, Stephanie Walliczek, Cass Davidson, and Coach Gary Hamilton. 12 returnees should help improve girls track season The 1985 edition of Maple Valley girls track may have found the perfect blend of returning experience and young talent, says coach Gary Hamilton. The team has 13 returnees to go along with 8 up and coming freshmen which Hamilton believes should be enough to improve on last year’s dismal 3-10 mark. “I fully expect to better that 3-10 record,” says Hamilton. “Our goal is a .500 season and a fourth place finish in the league. Nobody should take us lightly.” The team has only one returning senior, Stefanie Waliczek (shot, discus), but does have 7 juniors and 5 sophomores. The juniors are Lisa Franks (distance, sprints), Cass Davidson (discus, shot), Jill Peake (sprints), Heather Christie (sprints), Beth Krueger (shot, discus), Polly Cook (distances) and Debbie Staskus (long jump). The sophomores are Kristina Brewer (long jump), Carmen Hamilton (sprints), Kelly Reid (sprints, long jump), Julie Sullivan (sprints) and Isabella Waliczek (distan­ ces). Hamilton says Franks, Brewer and freshman Sheri Forrell in the distances and Peake and freshman Wendy Thomson in the sprints make up the team’s strong points along with Davidson in the discus. Weak spots include the lack of depth and the hur­ dles. Hamilton says, however, both spots could be solved with promising fresh­ men. As for the rest of the SMAA, Hamilton likes Bronson and Bellevue with Pennfield and Olivet as longshots. Lion softball nine win two of three to open schedule The Maple Valley softball team started its season on a winning note by defeating Caledonia 14-5. Carol Lamie gave up just six hits and five walks on the way to the Lion win. The Lions banged out 14 hits and played excellent defense to secure the vic­ tory. Judy Knoll was 2-4; Debbie Corkins, 2-3; Duska Morawski, 3-3; Carol Lamie, 1-4; Shannon Woodworth, 2­ 5; Beth Starring, 3-4; and Marcia Bishop, 1-2, to recap the hitting. On Thursday, the team fell to Pennfield 8-3. Even though the Lions only committed two physical errors, mental errors helped the Panthers ice the game in the fourth inning with four runs on one hit. The Lions, in leaving eight runners on base, couldn’t come up with the big hit. Knoll was 2-4; Corkins, 1­ 4; Duska Morawski, 2-4; Lamie, 14; Starring, 2-3; and Dawn Morawski, 1-3. Saturday, the team upset Bellevue 13-12. The Lions jumped out to a 6-1 lead in the first inning only to see it evaporate in the third when Bellevue scored six runs on four hits, three walks, and numerous mental errors. The Lions, down 10-8 going into the sixth inning, had missed many chances to score. The Lions came alive in the bottom of the sixth scoring five runs on four hits, one walk, - and some aggressive base running. The Broncos came back with two runs in the seventh but fell one short. Knoll was 1-2; Duska Morawski, 1-5; Lamie, 1-3; Starring, 1-2; Dawn Morawski, 2-2; D. Ashcraft, 24. Carol Lamie picked up the win for the Lions. NewConstruction*Service«Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-699 6 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens W COME TO OUR OPEN HOUSE, RIDEAWAY. Come to our Open House right away and ride away on a new Suzuki. We’ve got street bikes, dirt bikes, MXers, and 3- and 4-wheelers. And now they're moving faster than ever. Our Open House is a big deal. So come on over right away and ride away with a deal that can't be beat — a deal on a new Suzuki. SUZUKI April20th, 9-5 MfiMKSUKfA SHKUMOmtMKT BOB’S SERVICE SHOP 610 S. Wellman Rd., Nashville, Ml 49073 852-9377 �The Mople Volley News, Noshville, Tuesday, April 16. 1985 — Page 12 Maplewood students search for eggs Nine candidates running for three seats on school board Seven people hoping to be elected to the Maple Valley School board in June have filed nominating petitions for the two available four-year board terms. Two individuals also have filed petitions for the one year board vacancy. Those who filed nominating petitions for the two four-year seats to be created by the expired terms of Dale Ossenheimer and Wayne Cogswell are: Loren Lehman of 657 S. Main St., Vermontville; Vernon Reid of 9841 Nash Hwy., Ver- montville; incumbent Dale Ossenheimer of 6090 Assyria Road, Nashville; David Hagon of 5270 Assyria Road, Nashivlle; Beatrice Pino of Rt. 3 Maple Grove Road, Nashville; Marsha Ainslie of 111 Lentz St, Nashville; and James Bryan of 3998 S. Morgan Road, Nashville. Cogswell chose not to seek reelection. Filing petitions for the oneyearr term are incumbent LeRoy Sleeper of 667 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville and Duane Davidson of 216 S. Pease Road, Vermontville. Commodities being distributed April 10th The volunteers for the surplus food program are gearing up for the April distribution. Cheese, butter, honey and rice will be available. A commodity card must be presented to receive this food. This card will only be honored at the site indicated on the card. Food is available on a first-come, first-serve basis at each site. It is suggested that people bring bags or other con­ tainers in which to put the food they receive. Persons newly qualified to receive commodities are encouraged to apply for a commodity card at the Community Action Agency located on the second floor of the Courts and Law Building at 220 W. Court Street, Hastings, MI (phone 945­ 5081) as soon as possible. This program, coordinated by the Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan is an attempt to see that government pur­ chased food is given to people of lower income need. ACTION-ADS USE THE TIRE CHANGER FREE with the rental of any bay at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay, Village of Kalamo, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week. 726-0215, Vermontville, (tfn) SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) The program depends upon the goodwill and continued donations of time by over 400 volunteers at 50 sites in CAA’s four-county service area. In Barry County there are 11 sites plus the Com­ mission on Aging distributes at all their meal sites and to their home bound seniors. Volunteers are needed for this program. Anyone in­ terested in volunteering should contact the CAA Office, 945-5081. Barry County distribution day will be April 10, at the following area sites and times: Assyria Township Hall, 8094 Tasker Road (at M-66) Assyria Center, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m-3 p.m. Department of Social Services, 555 W. Woodlawn Avenue - Hastings, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Maple Valley Arms, 106 Lentz Street - Nashville, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 502 Green Street - Hastings, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Road - Woodland, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. ---- 0----- " 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Last Friday, more than 50 kindergarten students from Maplewood Elementary morning and afternoon classes were treated to an Easter Egg Hunt at the village park in Vermontville. Cadet Girl Scouts, Senior Girl Scouts and sixth grade Junior Girl Scouts organized the egg hunt for the youngsters, contacting local businesses for donations of cash or prize items. Each child received an egg, a bag of candy, and a prize. Some of the prizes were a kite, crocheted rabbits and dolls, two Easter baskets, a free sitting for a portrait, a six-pack of pop, coloring books, toy airplanes, and chocolate candies. This is the second year that the Girl Scouts have organized the egg hunt. The generous contributions of the following Vermontville businesses helped make it a successful and fun af­ ternoon: Village Hair Port, O.’dell’s Towing, Russell Bennett, Trowbridge Ser- by Troy Thompson On April 20, members of the Maple Valley FFA Chapter will be traveling to Michigan State University for the annual FFA AgSkills. All FFA contests are a natural outgrowth of the instructional program in vo- Nashville PTO President Laurie Kipp reported that the Kellogg teachers have ordered about $700 worth of much needed science kits and material for fifth and sixth graders. This money was raised by PTO fun­ draising projects. Playground equipment plans were presented by Ruth Hickey to the PTO officers. Money has been raised throughout the year for the structure. Before any further action is taken, the school board must approve the structure. A request was made to the PTO for the purchase of Includes up to 5 qts. major brand oil, lubrication of front end. Check air pres­ sure and all fluid level. 4*70 MOST U.S. CARS AND TRUCKS NEW and USED TIRES ALL-SEASON STEEL RADIALS NEW BATTERIES 155-80R-13 .... *35.00 215-75R-14 ... *45.20 *3695 205-75R-14........ *41.95 EXTERIOR HAND CAR WASH. Mon. • Fri. Cars: 215-75R-15 .... *46.40 225-75R-15 .... *48.53 235-75R-15 .... *50.65 Trucks: POLY SNOWS 215-D-15.......... *38.90 235-D-15......... *44.55 *44.55 — FREE MOUNTING — 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE ag. These contests help to make classes more in­ teresting and give additional reasons for FFA members to do their best These skills include: the technical knowledge learned in the classroom; the ability to make sound judgments; the confidence needed to defend construction paper and for paying for field trips again this year. These requests were denied as it was felt that this should be part of the school budget. The PTO Board would like to thank Ruth Hickey and Brinda Hawkins for their very successful job on this year’s Spring Carnival. Thanks also go to the many parents and teachers who volunteered their time so willingly to help with the carnival. Next year Nancy Byrd and Donna Garvey have volunteered to take over the carnival. Chairperson of the dual portraits, Ann Taylor, reported a successful return on the pictures. Thanks to all the parents for getting the pictures returned or the money for the pictures turned in. LUBE, OIL & FILTER 54 $500 >7°° OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. -6 Saturday 8:00 a.m. • 4:00 p.m. Jeff Kennedy, Manager; John Mater, Owner Call.. Ken’s Standard, Richard’s Studio, Sweet and How Good, Citizens Elevator, Flowers by Jan, JR’s Party Mart, Jeri Baker, and Girl Scout troops 205 and 634. decisions by giving a con­ management, floriculture, vincing set of reasons; and forestry, livestock judging, actual experience in being a meats judging, nursery and gracious winner or, landscaping, and poultry sometimes, a good loser. judging. The contests that will be Members from Maple going on at MSU will be: Valley who will be par­ agriculture mechanics, ticipating in these contests dairy cattle judging, dairy are: dairy judging foods, farm business Elizabeth Ryan and Anna Corunna; forestry - Kristy Hosey and Paula Urlich; livestock judging - Troy Thompson. The extra time and en­ A May PTO meeting will be held to elect officers for couragement needed in the 1985-86 school year. If preparing for these contests any parent is interested in not only helps to produce a participating as a PTO of­ winning team but also helps ficer, please contact Laurie prepare these members for a career in agriculture. Kipp. Nashville PTO news reported RAPID OIL & TIRE VHS Movies Tape Rentals vice, Vermontville Hard­ ware, Johnny’s, Sugar Hut Cafe, Carpenter’s Den, FFA members participate in ag- skills atMSU Mater’s Coming Soon I The Maplewood School kindergarten classes enjoyed the competition of searching for Easter eggs Friday in the Vermontville village park. Here, the hunt begins. 852-1948 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING April 18,1985 at 7:00 P.M. Community Center in Nashville PURPOSE: Forrest Burd is requesting a variance and special use permit in order to place a mobile home on 7acre parcel of land located on west side of Curtis Road between properties owned by the Nashville Baptist Church and Barbara Thomason, located between Sherman Street and Reed Street. This property is zoned R-l resi­ dential. Sharlot A. Sours, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING April 18,1985 at 7:00 p.m. Community Center in Nashville Self-defense will be topic at senior lunch Maple Valley area Senior Citizens are inv’ted to lunch and a program to be held Thursday, April 18, at 12:45 in the high school cafeteria. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. and will cost $1.30. The program that follows will be presented by Ken Adams and the topic will be self defense. Everyone is welcome to attend. Make your reser­ vations by calling 852-9275. If you have had a birthday during the month of April, indicate this when you make your reservations. These meetings are set up by Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education. PURPOSE: Doris Powers is requesting a special use per- mit and a variance in order to place a mobile home on her property located at 833’A Gregg Street, Nashville. The property is zoned R-2 residential. Carl Tobias, Chairman Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 hi*i )Wii Imai lianm |rJKf knha ifiml I’ aid Cl .stall p ii star Sstaii Had tte •niitul •®iHB bj ^U'iIh ^tantafe IHPisi Will Wiim !*■« kitetai ai is s4 M fcjh Jccjs $ & § h' �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 13 'Be what you want' local high school seniors told Nearly 48 senior girls and their mothers attended the Senior Girls Tea, sponsored by the Nashville and Vermontville Womens' Literary Clubs. Linda Hanson sings a song to the Maple Valley senior girls last Tuesday at the annual Mother and by Shelly Sulser Daughter Tea. The Maple Valley Graduate with Good Self Esteem demonstrated the way the seniors should be after high school. Nashville village council concerned about *|unk' by Shelly Sulser The Nashville Village Council Thursday expressed concern about nearly 200 junk cars accumulating on several properties in Nash­ ville, as well as general trash and garbage. “The general town is a mess,” said Councilman Gerald Kent. “I think it’s time to start doing something about it.” Kent said the junk is rapidly depreciating land values, and also noted, “not too many towns look as bad as we do...It’s time to start enforcing our ordinances.” No action was taken by the council, but President John Hughes suggested a notice be published in the local newspaper. It would state the council is concerned about the situation in Nash­ ville and that the ordinances will be enforced. Local ordinances 19 and 50 pertain to trash and junk cars. “We can let this (the notice) be the forerunner,” Hughes said. “And maybe people will take initiative on their own.” Hughes said if sufficient action is not taken by the ordinance violators, after the noticed is published, it would become a one-on-one situation between the village and the perpetrators. In that case, letters would be sent, giving the violators 15 days to clean up the property. The general village charter, said Hughes, gives the village the power to abate nuisances in order to preserve the public health. The council also discussed the annual spring clean up, noting the village spent $858.57 more than the $3,000 budgeted for the project last year. In order to avoid that situation this year, the council talked about dif­ ferent methods of improving the ‘ appearance of the village. “...We all agree, the place looks like a dump,” said Hughes. Councilman Richard Chaffee suggested that a notice should be published stating what will be picked up at no cost and that a charge should be made for other items listed in the notice. No action was taken on his suggestion, however. The council did agree to let the DPW committee discuss how spring clean-up should be handled, with a report by the DPW to be presented to the council at the next meeting. Police Chief Gene Koetje announced a plan by the Michigan Department of Transportation to raise the speed limits on local state highways in and near Nash­ ville. Koetje said the new speed signs have been ordered by the state, but he is not sure when they will be in place. Under the new speed zones, the speed limit of 35 mph that presently begins at the golf course on M-66 south into town, will be raised 10 mph to 45 to Brumm River Rd. From there it will be 35 mph up to Reed St. and then remain 30 on Main St. Beginning south, past Francis Street where the speed limit is 30, it will be raised to 35 and beyond Casgrove the limit will remain the same. On M-79, in the area bet­ ween Chapel and the village limits where the speed is currently 40 mph, it will be increased by the state to 50. Koetje said the increase in the speed limits resulted from a study conducted in the area by the MDT. The study entails the checking of drivers in those areas, with the MDT determining the new speed limit by the 85 percent who maintained an average speed above the posted limit. New committee appointments were made by Mayor Hughes. They in­ clude: —Department of Public Works Gerald Kent, chairman; George Frith and Dick Chaffee. —Police Committee Carl Tobias, chairman; Bob Harvey and Richard Furlong. —Finance Committee Dick Chaffee, chairman; Gerald Kent and Carl Tobias. —Parks, Library, Lights Bob Harvey, chariman; George Frith and Dick Chaffee. —Planning Commission Nelson Brumm, Gerald Shoup, Warren Travoli, Dick Engel, Tom Frith and Marsha Ainslie. —President Pro. Tern. Carl Tobias. —Putnam Park Board Carl Tobias, chairman; Richard Furlong and Gerald Kent. —Buildings and Grounds Carl Tobias, chairman, Richard Furlong and Gerald Kent. —Policy Committee Dick Chaffee, chairman; Carl Tobias and George Frith. —Zoning Board of Appeals Carl Tobias, chariman; Gaylord Gray, Ron Bracy, Ron Horn, Sharlot Sours, secretary-treasurer; Lonny Kienutske and Don Williams. —Ordinance and Zoning Committee Dick Chaffee, chairman; Bob Harvey and Gerald Kent. —Cemetery Board Ada Yaudes, secre tarytreasurer; Linda Frith, chairman; and George Frith. Continued on next page— The nearly 48 senior girls in attendance-at the Senior Girs’ Tea last Tuesday night were told by Maplewood Resource Teacher Linda Hanson to “be what you want to be.” The annual high school event, held in the school’s cafeteria this year was sponsored by the Nashville and Vermontville Womens’ literary clubs, with the Vermontville guild having charge of the evening this year. Linda Boldery of the Nash­ ville club briefly addressed the group of girls and their mothers, sharing with them one of her first college ex­ periences after graduating from high school. Each senior girl attending was introduced, who in turn introduced her mother to the audience. As a part of her presen­ tation, Hanson and two clowns illustrated ‘what could be’, using a “negative clown” and the “1985 Maple Valley graduate with good self esteem” Ontuijj, After signing several songs, Hanson showed a slide presentation, followed by refreshments. ACTION-ADS BABYSITTER WANTED: Full time for 2 boys, ages 6 and 2. References required. Phone 726-1253 Vermontville after 8 p.m. only. (4-23) PORCH SALE: April 18, Thursday thru Sunday. 641S. Main, Vermontville. Baby clothes, small lawn mower, trailer, dishes, misc. 240 South Cochran Avenue Charlotte, Michigan 48813 phone... Sus 543-0920 — OR — CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC., INC. 482-2700 NEW LISTING - 60 ACRE FARM near Vermont­ ville with 2 story, 5 bedroom house, 50x75 barn (good beef feeder setup), 40x60 tool shed, other buildings and 14x60 silo. Price $80,000. Would sell buildings and 20 acres for $40,000 and other 10 acre parcels for $1,000 per acre. Call Homer 726-0223. (HJ-79-IV) COUNTRY HOME & BUILDINGS ON 3 ACRES (suitable for livestock or horses), north of Vermontville on blacktop road, 2 story, 5 bedroom home, nice yard. Listed at $48,500. Call Homer at 726-0223. (HJ-80-BV) GREAT INVESTMENT. Good home with an apartment upstairs, beautiful downstairs, 3bedrooms, upstairs 2-bedrooms, rent the up­ stair apartment and live down. Nashville City. Walking distance of downtown. Call George Williams 852-9833. (BGW-78-SN) BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANN. All ornate beige brick home. Super corner lot with 2-car garage. Home done in light oak woodwork. Beauti­ ful black marble fireplace, lots of extra's, great for large family. Possible 8-bedrooms. Priced to sell. Move in day of closing. Call George Williams 852-9833. (BGW-74-WN) NEW LISTING: 38 acre farm north of Bellevue — Includes 2-story, 3 bedroom home and 72x45 pole bam (Moriarity) plus other build­ ings-, 35 acres tillable, blacktop road and nat­ ural gas. Bellevue Schools. $70,000 with con-­ tract terms. Call Homer at 726-0223.(HJ-85-KM) 130 ACRE DAIRY FARM northwest of Char lotte, nice 10 room brick house, 45x55 barn plus 40x60 attached pole building, 80 tillable acres, 40 pasture, some wooded (the milking equipment may be purchased) was Grade A(HJ-57-BV)1983. Call Homer at 726-0223. (HJ-57-BV) BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HOME: 15 acres, fire­ place, screened in porch, 1'/» bath, 3 bedrooms, woods, private setting. You must see this home. Call George Williams at 852-9833 or 948-2016. Located on Paved Road just south of Nashville. NASHVILLE CITY. Good investment property. 2-units, 2-bedrooms up, 2-bedrooms down, corner lot. Separate parking. Easy terms. Call George Williams 852-9833. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 14 Council, OPEN DAILY 9-9; SUN. 11-5 continued from 13 The Saving Place ■MAM L DOORBUSTER ] i DOORBUSTER 3.57 Our 7.88 L DOORBUSTER j Our 13.88 4O.9ur7 10-12” Evergreen Assortment Quality Select Packaged Rose Yews, Junipers, or Arborvitaes in globe, upright pyramidal. No. 1 grade rose bush. In assorted varieties and colors. Your choice. Assorted Yews All ready for planting. Save! Offer Good April 17-20 Offer Good April 17-20 Offer Good April 17-20 Early Bird Special lawn FOOD Now taking orders o' vvccA T? $90 deposit on all orders 2-3 weeks delivery controls dandelion* *899 Electric Start Tractor Mower 4.97 20-Lb.* 10-6-4 Lawn Food Save! Covers 5,000 sq. ft. Easy to apply for quick, green • N»W n * Offer Good April 17-20 OHer Good April 17-20 Offer Good April 17-20 2.99 Our 3.97 150 sq. ft. Black Sheeting Prevents unwanted growth around plants and shrubs. Our Reg. 1088.88. A rugged 11-hp Briggs & Stratton® engine powers this riding syncro-balanced mower. Has 36” cutting deck transaxel transmission. jBriggsLStraho* —Director of Public Works Leon Frith. —Assistant Director of Public Works Arden Schantz. —Fire-Ambulance Board Gerald Kent and Bob Har­ vey. —Acting Chief of Police Sergeant Gene Koetje. —Transfer-Recycling Board Carl Tobias and Warren Travoli. Koetje requested a phone system be installed at the local police station. The cost would be nearly $60 to $90 per month, but Koetje feels it is needed. “I feel very strongly that our phone should be an­ swered 24-hours a day,” Koetje said. Presently, those who wish to summon the Nashville police must call the Barry Co. Sheriff because there is no telephone number for the Nashville police. No decision was made. The council agreed to invest three certificates of deposit at the best interest rate for one year. The sewer fund deposits are $54,541, $56,250 and $11,116.65. Attention Maple Valley softball players All men interested in playing slowpitch ball this summer, Maple Valley is forming an all new league. We need your ideas and your help! Any interested players, sponsors or managers, please attend the meeting to be held April 23 at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. New officers will be elected at this meeting. Remember, this is your league. Only you can help. Birth announcement Ralph and Judith MacKenzie of Lansing, Mich, are proud to announce the arrival of their first child, a daughter, Kaitlin Woods MacKenzie. Kaitlin was born on January 25,1985 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Grandparents are Mrs. Nora MacKenzie of Lansing and Mrs. Jean Woods of Marlette. Great - grandparents are Mrs. Edith Flannery, for­ merly of Nashville, now living in Lansing, and Mrs. Alice Stewart of Deford. ACTION-ADS KALAMO STORAGE: Stores most vehicles for $20 per month. Motorcycles only $15. Phone now and reserve your space. 517-726-0215, Vermontville. R.Y..S welcome. All vehicles stored inside on concrete, (tfn) VERMONTVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE FOOTBALL PARENTS! We will be having our rummage sale at the festival. We would ap­ preciate any saleable item. No clothing please. For information call 726-1133 or 3.97 50-Lb.* Marble Chips For decorative land­ scaping. 'Netwt. Offer Good April 17-20 543-6863. (4-23) 1.97 S 10 Giant Dutch Gladiolus Bulbs Imported from Holland Pink, Height: 40” flower­ ing time: Midsummer to fall. Garden size: 12-14 Cm 8.88 Rubber Vinyl Garden Hose 5/8” x 50’ Offer Good April 17-20 Offer Good April 17-20 127.97 22-lnch Lawn Mower 31/2-HP mower with re­ coil start engine and 22” blade. Offer Good April 17-20 1658 Lansing Rd,, Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733' The Saving Place*1 Automotive Service Center, Phone 543-1197 CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tf CUSTOM WELDING at Jerry’s Rent-A-Bay. Af­ ternoons and evenings call 726-0215, Vermontville, Village of Kalamo. Reasonable rates, (tfn) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 16, 1985 — Page 15 & > & Sx > x &§ V & SSS .U ^ihS in *% SjwJ ^feiiii ^*ij» ^IIB ty alii Uilq Jfttrtpriian itrinlikb SLitaii IstfebiS KtaubJ ilSpijIi ls^ Sti^fit* alfolal*1 fete feir#' jjjjmii* & $ Vermontville church burns mortgage forparsonage The United Methodist Churches of Gresham and Vermontville had a Sunday of big celebrations this past week (April 14). Gresham had a baptism and received two new members, Sheila Wyskowski and Sandy Cook. Vermontville United Methodist Church baptized three people and received them as new members as well. They are Elon, Janice and Jeremy Baker. In the same service, Vermontvile UMC burned the mortgage for their new parsonage that had. been entered into November, 1983, and paid off May, 1984. Representing the congregation in the mor­ tgage burning were Eugene Fisher, chairperson of the Administrative Council; Claude VanBlarcom, vice­ chairperson of the Building Committee and the primary contractor for the building of the parsonage; Doug Kelsey Kelsey, the fiscal officer for the Building Committee; Mary Carpenter, secretary of the board of trustees; Rev. Glenn Litchfield, pastor; and Rev. Ron Houk, superin­ tendent of the Lansing District of the United Methodist Church. Rev. Houk was the guest preacher at both services of morning worship. The mortgage burning celebration was held on this day to coincide with the parsonage dedication ser­ vice shared with Gresham at 3:30 that afternoon. Ninety-five guests were received at the parsonage including Rev. Houk and Kellogg Forest to hold tour on tree identification April 20 An early spring walk through one of the most beautifully forested areas in the state will add to the appeal of the “Tree Identification Workshop” offered at MSU’s 700-acre Kellogg Forest, off M-89 near Augusta, on Saturday, April 20. This program, the fifth in the 1985 Kellogg Forest Workshop Series, is directed at adults and older children interested in learning how to distinguish trees in their early spring condition when leaves are down. The MSU Forestry Department is jointly sponsoring the series with the Cooperative Ex­ tension Service and the Kellogg Biological Station as part of the effort to serve forest-related educational needs in Southwestern Michigan. The workshop will begin at 10 a.m. with a half hour talk at the Forest office on the identifying characteristics of trees. It will end at noon, after a walking tour of the forest, with refreshments in the Forest office. Each participant will receive their own tree identification “key” (an aid to identifying plants) and be instructed in its use. “Some of the characteristics we will be telling people to look at are the bark, buds, bran­ ching form, and the type of site the tree is growing on,” says workshop instructor Dan Keathley of the MSU Forestry Department. After this orientation, the group will split up into smaller groups for an hour and an half walk through the Forest to try their hands at “keying” trees, as well as identifying any early wildflowers which might be in bloom. The groups will probably cover about a three-quarter mile loop in the forest with a guide from the Kellogg Biological Station to introduce them to the unique characteristics of Kellogg Forest. “Nowhere in the state will you find such a tremendous variety of trees in one area, even on a short three-quarter mile walk,” says Tom Stadt, Kellogg Forest Manager. “When this tract wasdonated to MSU in 1932, ninety percent of the land was abandoned, eroded farmland. As an experiment to see what kinds of trees would grow here, MSU personnel planted virtually every kind of native and exotic species they could get their hands on.” Fifty years later, the Forest has beautiful mature specimens of many unusual and common tres, with pine plantations seventy feet tall. Some of the history of Kellogg Forest will be discussed during the .program, as well as in­ formation on tree origins and uses in Southwestern Michigan. The workshop, is open to the public with limited enrollment. Workshop costs, which include the tree key and refreshments, are $2.50 per person. Contact the Kellogg Biological Station Extension Office at (616) 671­ 2412 to reserve enrollment. Rev. Molly Turner, former pastor of the VermontvilleGresham charge under whose leadership the par­ sonage project was begun. The Reverends Houk, Turner and Litchfield led a brief worship service of dedication after which the guests shared refreshments provided by the United Methodist Women of both churches. A letter of Episcopal greetings was received from the bishop, Judith Craig, and read to begin the worship service. Greetings and representatives were present from many United Methodist churches of this area and the Vermontville Bible Church and the First Congregational Church of Vermontville. Maple Syrup, continued great maple flavor.” “I like everything about syrupmaking,” she says. Two of the products she’s most ‘famous’ for, besides the pure syrup itself, are maple cream and maple sugar candy. She uses 150-molds to form the most intriquing shapes of maple candy — ranging from a teddy bear to an Indian chief. Besides that there are molds for making maple sugar candy into Christmas shapes, maple leafs, turtles, bunnies, fruits, and many other designs. Maple cream is a unique product that is delicious on toast, waffles, rolls and cakes, relates Mrs. Gearhart who several times has won all eight-first place awards for her products during Vermontville’s syrup festival. She also exhibits at the Michigan State Fair and at county fairs. Recalling past festivals in Vermontville, Mrs. Gearheart remembers when they were held in March many years ago. The annual date was changed to April to hope for warmer weather, she said. Aunt Jemima of Quaker Oats fame also used to furnish free pancake flour for the festivals and free pancakes were given to visitors, she remembers. Now the annual pancake meals are a major fund raiser for the local band and athletic boosters and American Legion. Highlights of this year’s festival will include a talent show at 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 26 and a special rate for six-hours of amusement rides that evening. On Saturday, April 27, activities include an all-day arts and crafts show (one of the largest in the area); a 10:30 a.m. children’s parade; the 11 a.m. cornonation of the 1985 Syrup Queen Polly Ann Cook; performances by members of the Michigan Fiddlers Association from noon to 2 p.m. and the grand parade which steps off at 2 p.m. A square dance at 7:30 con­ cludes the evening schedule. Old fashioned contests for men and women that include wood chopping, arm wrestling, pancake cooking and eating, egg toss, and a pig catch are the focus of Sunday, April 28. The arts and crafts show will be held that day too. Maple syrup products will be available for sale by area producers on each day of the festival as will pancake and sausage meals Youth choir to sing at Vermontville church A youth choir is to sing at Vermontville Bible Church on Sunday night, April 21, at 7 p.m. “People of God” is a youth choir comprised of 50 high school students ranging from freshmen to seniors. The group is under the direction of Rev. William Bennett, youth pastor of Grace Bible Church who has served at the church since 1973. The group is evenly divided, having approximately 25 guys and 25 gals. “John 3:16” is a youth musical written by Christine Wyrtzen and Bill But­ terworth. The theme of the work is the simplicity of the gospel and the need for a personal response to God’s gracious offer to believe and receive eternal life. It is a collection of seven numbers (a solo, duet and combined ensemble) and spoken dialogue which come together to accent the truth of John 3:16. Slides are projected using a rear view projection system to also help illustrate the songs. A drama presentation entitled “Heavenly Applications” effectively depicts the guilt and embarrassment that might await those who know the truth of the Gospel yet fail to share this news with friends and relatives. The total presentation is 45 minutes long. Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 N Main St. in Vermontville. There will be no charge for the youth musical. For further in­ formation, you may call 726­ 0647 or 726-1007. STOP SMOKING LOSE WEIGHT! Maple Valley Adult Education to sponsor... SELF PSYCH HYPNOSIS SEMINARS The same hypnosis programs offered by local AMERICAN LUNG ASSOC­ IATION AFFILLIATES in 74 cities in 11 states. PROGRAMS INCLUDE FREE LITERATURE AND HYPNOTIC CONDITIONING CASSETTE TAPES. DATE: Tuesday, April 16 PLACE: Maple Valley High School 11090 Nashville Hwy. FEE: $30 per session . 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Main, Vermontville 726-0640 OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. MAXWELL HOUSE INSTANT Coffee Double Coupons Wed., April 17 Only DOUBLE MANUFACTURER’S COUPONS OFFER limited to Mfgs. coupons of 50< or less la value and limited to one coffee and cigarette coupon per fam­ ily — LIMIT ONE COUPON per ITEM. no Double coupons <»n s«ie items— PRICES EFFECTIVE MONDAY, APRIL 15 THRU SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 1985 QUANTITY RIGHTS RESERVED. � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-04-23.pdf fed10a20614d69879746c3cb7a8a7d48 PDF Text Text BULK RA1F PAID U.S. POSTAG Hastings. Mic .gs Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 49058 ®ERMIT no Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 41 — Tuesday. April 23, 1985 Vermontville rolls out sweet welcome for ’Syrup Festival" set for this weekend! Some Vermontville Maple Syrup court members past and present- pitch in to help build the queen's float for the Syrup Festival parade. Shown-from left are last year's queen, Kristie Hosey, Deborah Exelby and Connie Kane. Vermontville will be celebrating a “premiere” crop of pure maple syrup when it launches its annual family-oriented festival this weekend — Friday, April 26 through Sunday, April 28. The 45th Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival will include demonstrations of syrupmaking, parades, arts and crafts, musical en­ tertainment, amusement rides, and more. First held in 1940, the festival serves as an outlet for local maple syrup producers to market their products which range from pure maple sugar candy to maple cream, in addition to syrup. The event is also an opportunity for visitors to learn how the golden nectar is made while they enjoy activities in the historical setting of the New Englandstyle village. “This spring has been one of the premiere years for maple syrup; in amount and quality,” said Stanley Trumble, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation. “It’s been a real super year.” A new feature of this year’s festival will be a free two-hour outdoor per­ formance by members of the Michigan Fiddlers Association who will be playing new and oldfashioned tunes beginning at Members of the Michigan Fiddlers Association will be fiddlin' a variety of tunes from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Vermontville Syrup Festival. The mothers of some of. the court members also helped to build the queen's float which will be a part of the Grand Parade in Vermontville Saturday. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Friday, April 26,1985 A 6:30 p.m TALENT SHOW & Friday Night Special.' Crown Amusements Pay One Price - $5.00 to ride all rids as many times as you like. 6 hours of Tun for $5.00 Visit the concessions and exhibits. Try the maple products. 1: 00 p.m.. Entertainment by “Al’s One Man Variety Band” 2: 00 p.m................. Master of Ceremonies ... Douglas Kelsey, Sat. and Sun. Arts & Crafts Maplewood School 9:30 a.m. ui/i Scotville Clown Band, Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, Talent Winners, Square Dance Exhibition by Ringo Swingos 5:30 p.m 7:30 p.m Puff Dragon Tractor Pedal Pull ....... Square Oance Maple Valley High School ........................................ Invocation Sunday, April 28,1985 Rev. Glenn Litchfield, United Methodist Church Greetings 9:35 a.m.. Vermontville Village President: Sue Villanueva President, Syrup Festival Association: Stanley Trumble President, Chamber of Commerce: Pat O'Dell 10:30 a.m Children’s Parade 11:00 a.m. Presentation of Queen and Court 11:30 a.m. Talent Winners on Stage 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Michigan Fiddlers Association Grand Parade 3: 00 p.m Saturday, April 27,1985 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m Announce winners of Maple products and Festival contest 12:00 noon 7:00 a.m Band Boosters will serve pancakes 7:00 a.m. to noon. American Legion and Athletic Boosters will serve pancakes Arts & Crafts 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Maplewood School 10:45 a.m. 12:00 noon 1:00 p.m First Congregational Church Services Al’s One Man Band Arm Wrestling Wood Chopping, Pancake Derby, Egg Toss and Pig Catch Bock of Chapel The LIONS CLUB will be selling chances on a trip to LAS VEGAS. Drawing 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 28 noon on Saturday, behind the village museum. Festivities will kick-off at 6:30 p.m. Friday with a talent show on the outdoor downtown stage on S. Main St. Six-hours of amusement rides also will be offered that evening for the flat fee of $5. per person. Saturday’s events will include an all-day arts and crafts show (one of the largest in the area) from 9 aim. to 8 p.m. at Maplewood Elementary School. The show, which will include demonstrations, will be bpen again on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. An invocation by the Rev. Glenn Litchfield of the United Methodist Church will officially signal the start of Saturday’s outdoor ac­ tivities at 9:30 a.m. On the outdoor stage, at 9:35 a.m., greetings will be given by Vermontville Village President Beverly “Sue Villanueva, Festival President Trumble, and Chamber of Commerce President Pat O’Dell. A children’s parade, featuring youngsters in costumes and mini-floats, will march through town at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. At 11 a.m., Polly Ann Cook, daughter of Dan and Margaret Cook of Ver- HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S. CHURCH STREET Hastings,. Micl»S<W 40 24’85 montville, will be officially crowned as the 1985 Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Queen. Also participating in the coronation will be members of Miss Cook’s court: Amy Laverty, runnerup; Michele Evans, Ann Hummel, Deborah Exelby and Connie Kane. Atll:30a.m. Saturday, the winners of the previous day ’s talent show will perform on the downtown stage. Meanwhile, at noon, winners of the maple products contest will be announced at Maple Manor, near the in­ tersection of Walnut and E. Main where syrupmaking demonstrations will take place Saturday and Sunday. A farmyard zoo, staffed by members of the Ver­ montville Junior Farmers 4­ H Club, will be open free of charge all day Saturday. “Al’s One Man Variety Band,” featuring Allen Mott of Cassopolis will take center stage downtown to entertain the crowds at 1 p.m. Saturday. The grand parade steps off at 2 p.m. with a theme of “Sugar’s Fine but Maple Products are Divine.” Grand marshal will be Fern Gearhart of Charlotte, a native of Vermontville and now Michigan’s largest Continued on Page 5 7 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 23 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Big news around these parts is the marvelous Junein-April weather we have recently been enjoying. Trees and bushes are leafing out in fine style, prompted to get a headstart on summer by more than a week of unseasonably warn\ tem­ peratures soaring in the 80s at times. One wonders if Mother Nature is perhaps trying to make amends for the unduly harsh winter she inflicted upon residents of this region. Memories of the News Year’s Day ice storm tend to fade rapidly under these beautiful blue skies. Now, folks are hoping that our good fortune holds throughout next weekend for Vermontville’s annual big doings. The season of class reunions is fast approaching, and we learned last week of another that is now in the works. Nashville’s Class of 1940 is planning a 45th an­ niversary get-together to proceed the annual Maple Valley alumni banquet Saturday, May 25. The class plans to meet in a room east of the school cafeteria at 5:30 p.m. Invitations are being mailed to classmates, but there are two for whom addresses are needed. They are Charles Vanderlinden and the former Marquerite Leonard. If youfknow the whereabouts of these people please call John and Montiel Dull at 852-1601 or Marlin Hansen, 852-9140.Tlthers who may be contacted for in­ formation are Mixine Brower (721-8972); Wilson (543-1327); Gladys Bolo (945-2047); Phyllis Hoffman (963-7328); or Carolyn Newton (962-8645). Nashville’s Class of 1935 is planning a reunion to mark their Golden Anniversary: 50 years since graduation. The party will be held the af­ ternoon of May 25 from 3 to 5 p.m., at the Community Center (old waterworks building) at Putnam Park. Congratulations to Polly Cook — AND — HER COURT Vermontville Hardware 131S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1121 By Susan Hinckley Snacks will be served. requested, names of donors Organizers are extending an and of those named in gifts, invitation through this will be listed weekly in the column to those who Maple Valley News and will graduated before or after be inscribed on special 1935 to join their former scrolls to be displayed in the schoolmates for a fine time new room. of visiting and renewing old Larry Hawblitz, son of acquaintances. The banquet Mrs. Fern Hawblitz of Nash­ follows at7 p.m. that evening ville, completed the Boston at MVHS cafeteria. Marathon last week Monday Mr. and Mrs. David Myers in 3 hours, 34 minutes. Poor of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, running weather (67 are pleased to announce the degrees, sunny and humid) birth of their fourth affected all of the runners in daughter, Dana Leigh. The the grueling 26.2-mile race, baby, who arrived five but Larry also suffered some weeks early, was born on problems with his legs April_ 16. She will be during the event. He was one welcomed home by three of six Battle Creek residents sisters, Jennifer, Laura and who entered the marathon Andrea. Proud grandparents which annually draws some are Willard and Bessie 6,000 participants. It was Myers of Nashville and Mr. Larry’s fifth entry in the and Mrs. Clyde McMurphy race. A former Battle Creek of East Lansing. woman, Lisa Larsen Builders Class of Nashville Weidenbach, was the top United Methodist Church female runner in the race, will meet at 8 p.m. Wed­ completing the course in 2 nesday, April 24, at the home hours, 34 minutes and 6 of Joe and Marge Andrews of seconds. Next Saturday both rural Nashville. she and Larry will be among Sonlite Company, the teen runners participating in the choir of Nashville Baptist Borgess Medical Center Church, will present a benefit “Run For the Health musical, “We Are The of It” at Kalamazoo. Reason,” at 7 p.m. Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Bruce April 28. of Battle Creek were The latest contribution to Thursday dinner guests of Putnam Public Library’s Mrs. Fern Hawblitz. Larry building fund came last week and Barb Hawblitz of Battle in memory of Frieda Hecker Creek were Sunday callers. from Roger and Mildred Mrs. Nate (LaDuska) Wiedenbein and from Frieda Sheldon, head librarian at Laurent. Donations to the Putnam Public Library in fund to add a proposed Nashville, last week at­ $50,000 Children’s Wing to tended a three-day seminar the present facility may be for rural librarians held at made at the library or Gaylord, and arrived home mailed to Post Office Box C, Friday to the sad news that 49073. Unless anonymity is their young grandson, Kyle Sheldon, had passed away at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. The child had been in ill health since his premature birth two years ago, and had been hospitalized much of his life. Kyle’s parents are Jim and Lori Sheldon, who recently moved from Ludington to Morrison Lake to be nearer the Grand Rapids hospital. A brother, Nathan, also survives. Condolences are extended to the family in their loss. Ruth Brown, assistant librarian at Putnam, is confined to her bed at home with a blood clot in the leg, and is being cared for by relatives. We all wish her a very speedy recovery. In her absence at the library, staff members Janet Kellogg and Duska Morwaski, along with a handful of volunteers, are keeping the library running while Mrs. Sheldon is away. Former local resident Mrs. Verlin (Jeanette) Murphy of Alpine, Texas, was transferred by air ambulance last week from a hospital in that Big Bend area city to Wagner General at Palacios, Texas. The transfer across the state to the Gulf Coast town where the Murphys formerly resided was made to secure further medical ttreatment and to be nearer to family members and friends. Mrs. Murphy has been seriously ill in the hospital at Alpine since March 31. A number of Nashville folks enjoyed taking in the annual Home and Auto Show Continued on next page— BIG GEORGE’S 1 Pizza & Party Store (George & Tina Williams, Prop.) 637 S. Main St., Nashville, Ml. lit CtOltt HOURS: Sun. thru Thurs. 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Fri. - Sat. 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Gillaspie’s Ponderosa CAMPGROUND •Liquor *Mixes •Keg Beer •Cold Wine •imported Beers FULL LINE OF GROCERIES ...in Thornapple Valley 977 S. 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Tuesday. April 23. 1985 — Page 3 Nashville, from col. 2 Former White Cane queen visits schools last week Sii Kv w< ^s$ PkPk. . I AA. \ i*^ Michigan’s 1983 White Cane Queen, 20-year-old Katie Mawby spoke to Fuller and Maplewood students last week about sight projects sponsored by the Lions Clubs International. Mawby, who presented a program at Fuller in 1983, went for a return visit there Thursday. Her appearance that same day at Maplewood was a first time event. Accompanied by her dog Molly, Mawby’s appearance was arranged by the Nash­ ville Lions organization in conjunction with a film shown to Nashville elementary students.. The film, “She’ll Never Walk Alone,” follows a person through the leader dog school for the blind program in Rochester-; Michigan, the only one of its kind in the world. Program organizer Phil Howard said the presen­ tation helps kick off White Cane Week, set for April 27 to May 5 this year,- and noted the school principals, Howard Yost and Bill Christensen, requested the return program for the *S Sn n F»S F»*S ■<;’ SsUju? k£<£* ka£* <»* £US bs51* Sss Nashville Church of the Nazarene. Various pastors will be speaking at each of the 7 p.m. sessions which commence Tuesday evening and run through Sunday. Rev. Roy Harriger of Highland will be the speaker Tuesday and Wednesday; Rev. Gaylord Rich of Sparta is scheduled for Thursday evening; Rev. Gary Reise of Charlotte will preach Friday evening; Sunday and evening Rev. James Sherman of Marshall will speak. The Saturday service w ill be devoted to a concert by the CapitalAires singing group of Lansing, which includes two members from the local congregation. The public is invited to attend all of the nightly revival services. 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Katie told the students that Molly is allowed to go wherever Katie needs to go, including into the classroom at college. “She goes to school with me but she never gets any smarter,” Mawby joked. Potential leader dogs are raised by private individuals for a year, undergoing specific training to get the pup accustomed to the busy outside world. ckley, both local, attended a Doll Collectors Show held Sunday at ihe Kalamazoo County fairgrounds. They enjoyed viewing the hun­ dreds of dolls on display and purchased a few. Both modern and antique dolls were featured at the event. Revival services are in session all this week at the CuMi There’s one that’s just right for you! IaIl h■rfrd 543-2410 CALL OUR 24-HOUR NUMBER FOR RATES ON ALL OUR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS! ieorpJTinaWiSains.l’rep) S.MainSt,Na$hvile,li Lion fry IW^ubllty Fa-Sot •JOo.ii.loMu quor 'Mixes 'Iql* One •Importedta’ Katie Mawby arid her seeing-eye dog, Molly, talk to students at Maplewood school in Vermontville Thursday. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Susler) uuneofgrocerb fishingTackle * c Rente1 Nashville News, at Hastings, held Friday and Saturday in the Community Center and Annex buildings at the Barry County fairgroundds. Exhibit booths were filled with a variety of products and services of interest to consumers. Organizers estimate that some 6,000 people attended the two-day event, which is a GRADUATES When you need Announcements Name Cards Memory Books Jewelry Party Supplies See Us! Reminder 1952 N. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MICH sharp increase over last year’s turnout. It’s a bit unusual to see sunburns in mid-April in this area, but pink-tinged skin was prevalent this weekend, as local sun worshippers got an early start on the tanning season. Some fouhd rooftops an ideal spot to soak up a little sun. Others acquired rosy-hued arms, legs and noses ‘while working in lawns, gardens, or at other outdoor chores around the house. Youngsters at play under the summerlike sunshine garnered their own share of Old Sol’s reddening rays. Loretta Lynn, the first lady of country music, will be in Nashville May 26 for two performances opening the summer season at Sandyland Park. Among the other country greats to appear at the park in Sunday shows from June through August are Ray Stevens, Roger Miller, George Jones, Mel Tillis, T.G. Sheppard and the Everly Brothers. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hinckley, of Nashville, their daughter Donna LaDere of Hastings, and Mrs. Petie Latta and Mrs. Ona Hin- Continued abov and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE TOU HONE OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 643-3880 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1661 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 862-1830 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The HAopke Valley Na*h*iHa Tuofrdoy Apr*l23 885 Column about Nashville grads proved to be popular < \<Hf: PortMink of following »< < otinl (ir*t prarrd a» • Memorir* of Pa at pnbli«br4 April IM2.I the >p Ute CT. E MrtJy wo years ago today. on April 9. 1*9, The Nash villr New* launched a new column that was to prove a popular weekly feature for the next four years "Thr near appr’<a» h of thr season of commencement and thr kweet girl graduate brings memories of the past commencement days and hundreds of graduates of the past years.” noted The News on that date “Where are they, and what are they doing? Nearly everybody would like to know .” The News then announced a plan to try to find out those (acts and to report them, with the help of the former Fern Purdin Class of 1897 Mrs Fern Cross, herself an alumnus of the Nashville HighSc■bool. has volunteered to make an earnest endeavor to dig up some interesting information about the graduates of Nashville High of former days,” continued the writer The News announcement of the project noted that Mrs. Cross would need a krt of help in locating the grads and compiling their stories, "So we arc going to ask all alumni of NHS into whose hands t his issue of The News may fall, to write a letter to Mrs. Fern Cross, Nashville. Mich . and to give her all the information they may have regarding old graduates of Nashville High Where they are, what they are doing, who they married how many chi Idrcn they have < if any) and any other in­ formation which they think might be of interest to the present and former students of Nashville schools '' The article explained that Mrs Cross uould endeavor to compile all the data and, starting with the first graduating class of the school, give from *<*k to week through the columns of The News, all possible in­ formation on old grads “Il should prove a valuable feature of the home town newspaper for several months to come, predicted The News, "and we bespeak for Mrs Cross all the aid that former grads can give her in making this series of historical articles as com Alumni of Noshvilla High School spanning a period of about 40 years wore tracked down in Fern Cross' "Grods” column. She started with the Class of 1887 ond worked up to the mid-1920s, securing a wealth of biographical information. Many of the graduates has attended this school, built in 1902 after fire destroyed Nashville's 1885 Union School. That tragedy was the subject of one of her popular columns on early school-related topics. Forn (Purchis) Cross, standing in confer, was responsible for compiling o popular Nashville News column about Nashville High School grods. She was an 1897 NHS alumnus. Storting in 1925 Fern’s column become o regular front-page weekly feature of The News for four years. Seen with her in this four generation family photo are, from left, her grandmother. Charlotte Squires; Fern’s daughter, LoNolo Cross; and Fern's mother, Ida Adell (Squires) Purchis. plete as is humanly possible.” For the first few weeks, the Cross articles appeared under the heading “Where Are the Old Nashville High Grads?” Soon, however, the title was changed to a similar question, deleting the word "old". The heading became "Where Are all of the Nashville High Grads?” From the start, the article appears on page one of The News, always in the first column on the left. Mrs Cross commenced with the four member Class of 1887, the first to graduate from Nashville High, and by 1927 she had worked up to alumni of the current decade of the 20s. The response to the column was terrific. While Mrs. Cross was able to ferret out biographies of NHS grads still living in the local area, it was somewhat more difficult to reach alumni scattered across the county. She had to rely on letters written by the graduates and submitted to her for publication. Public appeals for autobiographical information was made via the weekly column. Mrs. Cross also wrote personal letters to various individuals urging participation in the project. Depending upon the length of the reports, one or two grads usually were featured per weekly column. Fillers of appropriate poetry, early school enrollment data, commencement programs, etc., were used to enhance the report from time to time. Favorable comments about the column were received from readers who enjoyed learning about former schoolmates now living at near or distant points. In some cases the alumni wrote of exciting experiences not typical of small-town living. One of the earliest con­ tributions of this type came from Myron James Stanton of Nashville’s Class of 1888. He wrote a long letter from his location in Chicago, where for many years he had been a credit manager for various large national firms. “On the side I have in­ dulged in other things," wrote Stanton. “In ’98 I helped organize a volunteer regiment for the SpanishAmerican War, but we were not accepted as the National Guard was given the preference. At the time of the World War, I was too old for Uncle Sam, but volun­ teered in the Home Guard in Chicago, and was promoted from time to time until I was in command of the company at the time I resigned in the winter of 1919. I participated in the Race Riot in our city with the company in the summer of 1919, and had the misfortune to be compelled to shoot a negro who was attempting to shoot me. I was fortunate enough to beat him on the draw. I did not shoot to kill, but wounded him in his gun arm and he recovered. He toted one of those German guns. I had the misfortune to contract blood poisoning during this riot and for three months was in pretty bad shape...” Most of the autobiographical sketches from distant points, especially the far West, gave a glimpse of life beyond the rural realm of Nashville, and made very interesting reading for local folks. Upon occasion, Mrs. Cross would write a philosophical paragraph or two to beef up her column. On the 24th anniversary of the 1902 fire that destroyed Nashville’s Union School, a reprint of that early tragedy filled Mrs. Cross’ column. Occasionally the report featured letters from former local teachers or school administrators addressed to the alumni of Nashville High. The whereabouts of these early instructors were always of great interest to readers. Reports of class reunions also were a prime topic in the Cross column, such as her account of the fourth “Booster” reunion of the Classes of 1897-98 held August 14, 1927, at Thor­ napple Lake. In the last issue of The News for that year there appeared in the column a letter from Clyde W. Francis, Class of 1888, then living in Cleveland, Ohio. A newspaperman and former owner of the Lake Odessa Wave, Francis wrote his remembrance of the graduation exercises of the Class of ’88 held at Nash­ ville’s old opera house. That letter spurred several subsequent reports by Francis of his recollection of early days in the Nashville school and the local com­ munity. At various times throughout 1928 reminiscences by Francis were published in the “Grad” column under the sub-heading, “Telling Tales Out of School”. Individual alumni reports still were being received and were run in conjunction with the Francis stories. By 1929 the popular column compiled by Mrs. Cross had been discontinued, but it had been a source of joy and entertainment over a period of four years for those News readers who loved to reminisce about the past. The column continues to serve as a living history account of many former, often famous, Nashville residents and some who still reside in the area, A wealth of biographical information was accumulated in those columns compiled by Mrs. Cross. As The News observed in Continued on next page— Many of the students seen in this about-1912 photo of Nashville's high school student body later became biographical subjects for Fern Cross' column. Former schoolteachers and administrators also contributed to the weekly Nashville News feature from time to time. This picture shows the long, narrow assembly room (later called a "study hall") on the t second floor of Nashville's brick schoolhouse built in 1902.. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. April 23. 1985 — Page 5 Maple Valley sophomores win national 'spirit* award by Shelly Sulser Seven Maple Valley sophomores have won first place in the Josten Ring Company’s National School Spirit Contest. The seven, who comprised the class ring committee last* year when they were fresh­ men, will travel to Godwin Heights to accept their awards, along with the rest of the sophomore class, April 23. Rob Trowbridge, Deanna Hampton, Adam Brumm, Debbie Hull, Matt Mc- >sS >sScs cs^u»u»jsJ J jSl S^SJxmS * «# nt £ £*<££ , 'Mull ■SMi Mi^ t9S..mS Mik M !*?• Msm W 1 Mb Mkfcfan Jriri*"1* t tMiithbi J? ^Jb*51 " In Illis fi le photo from last year’s festival, crdwds gather around this booth to buy pure maple syrup products which again will be in the limelight this weekend. Festival, from front Memories, continued launching the project in 1925, there would be a lasting value to the weekly reports. “Former grads, as a matter of record, should keep a file of all these numbers of The News for future references,” advised the writer. Even today, in researching various local history items for the Memories column, we occasionally turn to News issues of 1925-29 to seek in­ formation garnered for posterity in Mrs. Cross’ “Grads” column. J ^J* Village of Nashville SPRING CLEAN-UP "*y*jWttiiIthi ?^b5^1 i*s*MWhIs» ?11 ?T^'*^ i*s]]Mhs . ? T'* ]]„_■ Entail **K‘. «w r, ntwrae fcafefl f astheNatimallas «fc ■ gira lie Lt the time o( MINI r.Iralootld vffle'sddipl m. but vol®- lelld ip । fane Guard in SliSft!'.' vaspranottd Fratsiks nemtiilra akiiM^ fthecwnpany sdodiiktt Baediiibe I parthpated iol in tnr dty pay in lie i,adhadthe jettrofeW jffliij. 11 M IbriiO111 raiE®" were “Gml’^ wwfof® sM* ioot me. I ndtotai atair II (jdnX W< I1 ntwrf iifflg producer of maple syrup products from homegrown trees. Some of the parade en­ tries, like the Scottville Clown Band and the Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, -will perform on the downtown stage at 3 p.m., followed by a square dance exhibition by by an area club called the Ringo Swingos. A “Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull” for children will be conducted at 5:30 p.m., and a 7:30 square dance at Maple Valley High School with callers Roger Nicols and Don Williams and Cuer Artha Shaw will con­ clude the afternoon ac- ‘The Village of Nashville has contracted a firm for spring clean-up. On MAY 4, 1985 they will pick up ONLY Washington St. north to the village limits and on MAY 11, 1985 they will pick up ONLY Washington St. south to the village limits. This will be the only clean-up this year. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: • NO Appl iqnces. • NO Concrete. • NO Dirt. • NO Hazardous waste (such as liquids, paints, oil, etc.) • NO Loose brush (all brush must be bundled in bundles no larger than 3 ft. by 5 ft. and nothing over 50 lbs.) • NO Boxes or bundles, etc. bigger than 3 ft. by 5 ft. • NO Boxes, bundles, etc. over 50 lbs. Please adhere to these restrictions. If the Village has to pick up anything left at the curbside by the contracted firm, the resident will be charged a $15.00 fee per pick up. Village of Nashville Department of Public Works Committee inn aadte tde g^oed *** A A55 W iW~ TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH Ik** J (!i % % •»$ Annual Go-a-thon planned May 11 by riding association The Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association will hold its 7th Annual Go-a-thon Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine, at Bennett Park-Camp Francis, Charlotte. There will be four main divisions: horse-pony, non­ motorized wheel, foot, and motorized wheelchair, plus a bike ride to Turkeyville. Each division will be divided into two age groups: eight years and under, and nine years and over. There will be separate trails for each division, with participants “going” for pledges. The money will be turned over to the association to continue and expand its therapeutic and recreational horseback riding program for the handicapped youth of Eaton County. Participants will carry a card with the association’s logo on it to identify them­ selves as legitimate solicitors.' There will be prizes in every division and refreshments provided throughout the day. For pledge sheets or ad­ ditional information, please call one of the following numbers in your area: 2681, 543-1301, 543-6278, 2651, 566-8796, 645-2229, 3138, 749-3012, 763-3839, 0337, or 482-3173. 543­ 627­ 663­ 726­ 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITER METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study........ 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER • REV. J. G. BOOMER $ CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School ..10 Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship............. 7 PASTOR MARY CURTIS a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville some spirit, and the ring staff developed their own promotional for class rings and graduation supplies. A representative of Jos ten’s then went to the school, photographed the promotion ideas, and sub­ mitted them for con­ sideration at the regional level of competition. Maple Valley won first place at regionals, and advanced to take the top spot in the national competition as well. Maple Valley Principal Burr Hartenburg said the contest proved beneficial to the school. “It really served the purpose,” he said. “There is much more interest in class rings now.” Hartenburg, Assistant Principal Larry Lenz and 165 sophomores will make the trip. Have a Good Day! ALL $^*oo (W HAIRCUTS............... $.*6o°o° (WH? WH Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO ’—5o°o° AND SET................... "The Mirrors image" "JLMG mhllolz iwaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY MAPLE VALLEY REALTOR* ■ ■■■ ■ ■ Real Estate 227 N. Main Street, Nashville f Ph. (517)852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 NEW LISTINGS: TWO UNIT RENTAL IN NASHVILLE: Close to school (one unit has 2 BdRms and one has 3 BdRms.) Good investment ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) VERMONTVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE FOOTBALL PARENTS! We will be having our rummage sale at the festival. We would ap­ preciate any saleable item. No clothing please. For information call 726-1133 or 543-6863. (4-23) (N-103) property. VERMONTVILLE “FAMILY HOME” - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, many (V-100) new improvements. BRICK “COUNTRY HOME” - NEAR NASHVILLE, 1'4 baths, new energy efficient furnace, beautiful setting on 1 '4 acres, im­ mediate possession. Contract terms. Trade considered for down payment. 4 (N-101) 153 ACRE FARM: South of Nashville. Completely fenced for cattle, pond, 40x80 and 60x80 pole barns, suitable for dairy beef, or hogs. (123 acres tillable and 12A wooded). (NF-102) Homer Winegar (GRI) Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen and Associates. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES W1® fldi1l®S jjffl S 0®Irk^*4 ^***4 J tivities. Sunday’s agenda will include 10:45 a.m. Union Church Services at the First Congregational Church with the Rev. Litchfield and the Rev. William Trump of the host church; and a 12 noon performance downtown by Al’s One Man Band. Homespun old-time contests, beginning at 1 p.m. will be the highlight of the afternoon with men and women vying for honors in wood chopping, pancake eating, arm wrestling, pig catching, and egg tossing competitions. Exhibits pertaining to early Vermontville history may be viewed at the village’s museum on Friday from 2-5 p.m., Saturday from 9-6; and on Sunday af­ ternoon. Sausage and pancakes smothered in pure maple syrup will be served all day Saturday and Sunday at the fire barn by the Maple Valley Band Boosters and at the American Legion Hall (upstairs) by legion mem­ bers and local athletic boosters. The Methodist church will be serving chicken barbecue dinner^ on Saturday and the Congregational church will have a cafeteria style roast beef dinner with sandwiches also available. During the festival, the Vermontville Lions will be selling tickets for a drawing for a trip to Las Vegas which will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday. A shuttle bus service will be available from downtown Vermontville to all local camping areas, including Maple Valley High School where parking is available, Saturday and Sunday. For additional information about the festival, call (517) 726-0394. Clelland, Steve Smith and Carmen Hamilton will receive specially designed watches and rings for winning the contest, and will collect them at Godwin Heights High School Tuesday. The students entered the contest when they were freshmen, developing and promoting new ideas to generate more school spirit. Their efforts included using displays, word search games and posters to stir up FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 8593 Cloverdale Road 110S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..10 a.m. 4.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. ('4 mile East of M-66,5 miles south of Nashville) Church School .. 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. p. .. Morning Worship 11 Sunday School. 10 a.m. Church Worship. 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m.Au.Mn.a Syercviocoe:.. 11 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) >Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Worship. AWANA........ 7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St.; Nashville Sunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service ..... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass 6:30 p.m.W .ed.. Seerrvvcicee 7 p ..m .. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m..PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV.. LEON POHL Assistant... Don Roscoe REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1985 — Page 6 Maple Valley Board of Education — REGULAR MEETING — APRIL 17, 1985 Present: Hawkins, Baker, Cogswell, Ossenheimer, Sleeper, Tobias, Cole and Wolff. Absent: None. 1. Opening: Meeting cajled to order by the President. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve payment from the general fund bills in the amount of $40,601.01. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to approve transfer of funds from the general fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: March 15, 1985, $113,453.87; March 29, 1985, $108,625.32; April 12, 1985, $107,697.95. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 5. Debt Retirement: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve payment of debt retirement principal, interest and handling charges of $59,581.30. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 6. Communications: Letter read from the Fuller P.T.O. President ad­ vising the Board they plan to purchase additional playground equipment in the amount of $4,000. Letter read from Claudette Holmberg stating she would like full-time elementary teaching in the upcoming school year. Communication from Eaton Intermediate advis­ ing the approval of two transfers of properties from the Maple Valley School District. Patrick and Beverly Day property into Charlotte; and property owned by J. O'Bryant and Y. Moyer transferred to Lakewood School District. 7. Superintendent's Report: The Superintendent's report was given by C. Wolff. • NOTICE • There will be a meeting of the Tues­ day Night Couples League on April 30th, 7 p.m. at the club house. Anyone inter­ ested in joining the league this season, plan to be there. MULBERRY FORE GOLF COURSE Nashville, Mk NOTICE • There will be a meeting of both the morning and evening Ladies Leagues on May 2nd at 7 p.m. at the club house. There are openings in both leagues. Anyone interested in joining this season should be there, or call the club house before May 2nd. MULBERRY FORE GOLF COURSE Nashville, ML 8. Awards: Jim McKibben, Director of General Education at Eaton Intermediate, gave recognition to the 22 Maple Valley students who scored 100% on the Michigan Education Assessment Program in the areas of mathematics and reading. Awards were presented to these students by the President of the Board, Dave Hawkins. 9. Art Awards: Presentation and art display was presented by students who received awards at the Lansing Youth Talent Show. Recognition was expressed by the Board and Administration for their achievements. 10. Gifted and Talented: Julia Swartz explained the gifted and talented program. She also mentioned students have been selected to attend the Eaton Intermediate School District summer institute for talented and gifted. 11. Volunteers: Hildred Peabody expressed appreciation to the volunteers that assisted in the classrooms this pastyear. Also noted additional volunteers are needed for the 85-86 school year. 12. Athletic Boosters: Sharon Reese presented the Board with a check for $8,842.31 raised by the Athletic Boosters for winter sports. 13. Copy Machine: Information and bids will be presented at the May board meeting. 14. Transportation: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to accept bids for two new school busses to be presented at the May board meeting. Ayes: Baker, Cogswell, Cole, Sleeper, Hawkins and Tobias. Abstention: Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Gerald Aldrich stated the double routing bus study is underway and will be completed by the deadline. 15. Textbook: Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Tobias to approve the recommended social studies text book for third grade from Silver Burdett Company. 16. Tenure and Probation: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Cogswell to approve administration's recommendations for teacher probation and tenure. Motion died due to lack of support. Further discussion, was held. 17. Tenure and Probation: Motion made by Baker, supported by Ossenheimer to approve administration's recommendations for teacher probation and tenure. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 2nd Year Probationary Teachers: Linda Hansen, Jan Schwartz, Dennis Vanderhoef, Sue Sahajdack. 3rd Year Probationary Teacher: Rona Szydzik. The remainder of the teaches approved for tenure, with the exception of John Brandenburg who will remain on a probationary contract for the 85-86 school year. 18. Layoff: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve the layoff of June Wallace. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 19. Diplomas: Dave Hawkins appointed Wayne Cogswell and Irma Baker to present the diplomas at gradu­ ation Sunday, June 2, 1985. 20. School Bus Sale: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to accept the three high bids on the used school busses in the total amount of $4,557.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 21. Drapes: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to accept the low bid of $311.78 from McDonald Drapery to replace drapes in the secretarial office and library at Maplewood. Ayes: All. Mo­ tion carried. 22. School Furniture: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve Superintendent Wolff's recommendation to purchase shades, furniture and riser boards for the various schools. Funds are available from the appropriate accounts. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 23. Shop Equipment: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to accept low bids for a spindle sander $1,529.44 from McKilligan Supply and a vertical mill, total cost of $4,300.00 from Production Tool Supply Co. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 24. Annual School Election: Motion made by Cole, supported by Ossenheimer to approve the resolution relative to the annual school election scheduled for Mon­ day, June 10, 1985 for the election of three school board memebers plus obtaining voter ap­ proval to use the balance of funds ($19,255) in the 1963 building and site fund for general building repair or replacement of equipment at the High School. Approval of a vote for Eaton Intermediate School District for an increase of one mill for special education. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 25. Election Workers: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the following people to work on the election board June 10, 1985: PRECINCT 1: Dorothy Betta, Loretta Pixley, Ada Youdes, Judy DeGroot, Sue Butler. PRECINCT 2: Louise Shipmen, Janice Baker, Flossie Corey, Jill Boher, Linda Ramey. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 26. Student Insurance: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve GM Underwriters, Inc. as agent for the student insurance program. Ayes: All. Mo­ tion carried. 27. Committee Reports: There were no additional reports from the various committees at this time. 28. Disciplinary Action (Closed Session - Time 11:04 p.m.): Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to adjourn to the drafting room for a closed ses­ sion regarding disciplinary action taken by Jr.Sr. High School administrators related to an in­ cident involving a high school student on a band trip. Roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Cogswell, Hawkins, Cole, Sleeper, Tobias and Ossenheimer. Nays: None. 29. Regular Session: Came back into regular session at 12:23 a.m. 30. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Paula Cole Secretary, Board of Education These minutes are subject to approval at the May 8, 1985 Board Meeting. 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April 23. 1985 Page 7 Double bus routing still being studied by school by Shelly Sulser ^^tata.ruj In giving a progress report to the Maple Valley School Board Wednesday concerning the double bus routing proposal, Tran­ sportation Supervisor Gerald Aldrich said so far, the new routing system does not seem to be feasible. Presently, the Maple Valley district purchases two new buses each year. If the double busing system were implemented, there would be more buses than needed, meaning some would have to be sold; School Superintendent Carroll Wolff stated it would not be a good idea for a district spread out like Maple Valley to go to a double busing situation. “Like I said at the last board meeting, its hard enough to get over these roads once let alone twice,” Wolff said. The study by the board’s transportation committee looks into the possibility of routing the elementary school students at one time and the high school students at another. Currently, the district moves all students, K-12, on one busing system. The study will continue, with a complete report to be presented to the board in January. In other business, the board agreed to seek bids for the purchase of two new buses, their cost estimated at nearly $65,000. A report showing the results of the recent telephone survey was ex­ pected to be given at the meeting Wednesday, but has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 9 in the Jr.Sr. High School library at 7 p.m. In discussing teacher tenure and probation recommendations made to the board by the school administrators, a question was raised by LeRoy Sleeper concerning the voting procedure. Sleeper asked why the board was to vote on the recommendations the same night they were first presented with them without having an opportunity to study them first. Wolff responded that that the recommendations should have been mailed in advance to board members but it mistakenly was not done. The reemployment recommendations are made by the building ad­ ministrators, after they have evaluated the teachers at least twice during the school year. The board voted and ap­ proved the recommendations for the second and third year probationary teachers. The second year teachers are Linda Hansen, Jan Schwartz, Dennis Vanderhoef and Sue Sahajdack. The third year teacher approved for probation is Rona Szydzik. Bids were received and accepted for the sale of three school buses. The 77A bus will be sold to Frank Aries Buses for $1,556. The76B will go to Dixie Baptist Church for $1,212, and the 75E will go to Twentieth Century bus sales for $1,789. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING KrtiTsi|hiiij«fi«ili^i w^sttah'ulfc H cofi wte: Ayes: Wef&p bis, Cole, Skepei, fe: demer. Noys: None. gr lesion: wd into regulorseswr'IL' meet m ale by IoIms, oom Ihe meeting. Ap®!1 iarioffctaiw tesuesubjedto^* rdMeeting. HELD MARCH 28,1985 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held March 28, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville, was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President John Hughes. Present, D. Chaffee, J. Kent, B. Harvey, F. Babcock and C. Tobias. Absent, G. Frith. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read by the clerk. Letters were read from Barry County Road Commission and Michigan Municipal League. Tom Taylor, Zoning Administrator was present to give the Zoning Report for the month of February, 1985. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by D. Chaffee to pay the Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Transfer Station $500.00. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by G. Kent to re­ invest the water systems certificate of Deposit, per Fm.H.A. agreement in the institution drawing the greatest interest for 6 months. All Ayes. Motion Carried. President John Hughes and the Village Council expressed their sincere thanks to Councilman Forrest Babcock for all the years of service and dedication to the people of Nashville, by serving on the Nashville Village Council. Motion to adjourn by G. Kent, supported by B. Harvey. Meeting adjourned at 8:05 D.m. After the regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council,three Village Trustees were sworn in effective April 1, 1985 to serve two year terms on the Village Council. They were incumbent, Jerry Kent and Dick Chaffee and new trustee Richard Furlong. President John Hughes April 12, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk Happy Birthday k TAMI k April 25, 1985 Love, Mom, Dad, & Becky Board members Wayne Cogswell and Jean Baker were appointed by Board President David Hawkins to present awards and diplomas at graduation. The board approved a resolution relative to the annual election scheduled for Monday, June 10,1985 for the election of three board members plus obtaining voter approval to use the balance of funds ($19,255.37) in the 1963 building and site fund for general building repair or replacement of equipment. The State Department has requested the approval be obtained before expending the funds in the account. The board approved bids for the purchase of new school furniture: A bid of $311.78 from McDonald Shade and Drape Co. was accepted by the board to buy new drapes for Maplewood school's office and library; One table with benches for Maplewood school will be bought from Michigan School Service for $486 and will be paid for by the hot lunch fund; Thirty stacking chairs for Fuller Street School will be bought from Valley School and Office supplies for $338.25; Shades for the high school will come from Valley School and Office supplies for $661.34; One 70 by 30 inch table for Fuller school will be pur­ chased from Valley School and Office supplies at a cost of $61; One shade for Maplewood school from McFaddin is to be bought for $455. Thirty desk-table arm tops, at $234 will come from Valley School and Office supplies; Thirty desk chairs for the high school, at $1,062, will come from Art Co-Bell and 60 stacking chairs for Maplewood will be bought for $696 from Valley School and Office supplies. Three round tables for the high school from Art Co-Bell will cost $179.70. Fourty stacking chairs for the cafeteria at the high school at $560 will come from Art Co-Bell and 15 stacking chairs for Kellogg school at $177 will come from Dew-El of Holland. Four teacher desk chairs at $94 will be purchased from Art Co-Bell at Valley School and Office supplies and four adult chairs for $140 are coming from Dew-El. Twenty aluminum Riser boards for the high school gymnasium will cost $1,440. The following people were approved to work on the election board June 10. Precinct one will be run by Dorothy Betts, Loretta Pixley, Ada Yaudes and Judy DeGroot. Precinct two is to be operated by Louise Shipman, Janice Baker, Flossie Corey, Jill Booher and Linda Ramey. Sharon Reese of the Athletic Boosters presented a check for $8,841.31 for winter sports to the board. ACTION-ADS BABYSITTER WANTED: Full time for 2 boys, ages 6 and 2. References required. Phone 726-1253 Vermontville after 8 p.m. only. (4-23) T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Maple Val|ey Students received award certificates Wednesday for scoring 100 percent on math and reading tests. 22 students score perfect in testing by Shelly Sulser Twenty-two Maple Valley fourth, seventh and tenth grade students received award certificates Wed­ nesday for scoring 100 percent on the Michigan Educational Assessment Program. The testing consisted of mathematics and reading. County General Education Director Jim McKibben said the students scored “ex­ tremely well,” and that the scores were much higher than the state average. School Board President David Hawkins presented the certificates to Fuller Street fourth graders Natallie Haeck, Renee Rosin, Joel Butler, Julie Fisher, Kristie Mathews and Jesse Snow; and Maplewood fourth graders Bryan Carpenter, Grant Simpson and Aaron Smith. Also receiving awards from Hawkins were seventh graders Angela Bahs, Ceven Cornish, Brian Dumont and Heidi Reese and tenth graders Brian Ainsworth, Paul Bahs, Mike Hay, Jessica Coleman, Skeeter Ebersole, Wendy Huemme, Mike Long, Dawn Morawski and Chris Schaub. “We’re very proud of the effort these students put into the testing,” Hawkins said. School Board President David Hawkins presents an award to Joe Butler for scoring 100 percent on the Michigan Educational Assessment tests. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on April 17, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are avail­ able in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Char­ lotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION School Election Notice of Last Day of Registration of the Electors off Maple Valley Schools EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT Please Take Notice that the Annual School Election of the School District will be held on Mon­ day, June 10, 1985. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS AAAY REGISTER WITH THE APPROPRIATE CITY OR TOWNSHIP CLERKS, IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 10,1985. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5:00 O'CLOCK P.M., ON MON­ DAY, MAY 13, 1985, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION. Persons planning to register with the respective city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on' which the clerks' offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education. PAULA COLE, Secretary, Board of Education ADDENDUM PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Intermediate School Board of Eaton Intermediate Schoo! District, Michigan, has called a special education millage election to be held in the intermediate school district on the same day as the annual school election. The following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the election: SPECIAL EDUCATION MILLAGE PROPOSITION Shall the two mills limitation ($2.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation on the an­ nual property tax previously approved by the electors of Eaton intermediate School District, Michigan, for the education of handicapped persons be increased by one mill ($1.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation? Electors residing within the intermediate school district must be registered with the appropriate township or city clerk by 5:00 o’clock, p.m., on Monday, May 13,1985, in order to be eligible to vote. �Th< AAople Votlm. New* Nothwille Tuevdo, April 23 1985 — Pope 8 Maple Valley students say 'thanks' to staff on Friday By Shell* Stalker Members of the Maple Valley High School student council said “thanks" to the staff there by sponsoring a “Staff Appreciation bay" last Friday The council has made it an annual event, this being the fourth year the special day was held to show the teachers and staff at the school how much their everyday efforts are ap­ preciated The day began with break­ fast served to the teachers in the library starting at 630 am Th* Wright Flowers for that special... • Person • Party • Births^ Sympathy ...or JUST BfCAUSE Mon -FrL, 8 to 5, Sot. 9 to 5 Beverly Black holds the apple she received for the special day. CLOSED WEDNESDAY Remember... FRIDAY FLOWERS NASHVILLE Join your friends at the Vermontville Syrup Festival. CUNDM*$ cuaon , k MASMVUll A X»2-I7I7 / Later, student council members made rounds to all the classrooms, offering teachers a coffee break with donuts. Each teacher was also given an apple. Nearly $200 was spent on the food, consisting of Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m F Of ly Birds 6:30 pm nachos, acake, salad, chili. punch and other tasty treats. The kids say they go to the trouble because “we love our staff and they work so hard,” Vickie Clements noted. Chairpersons for the day, Dawn Pixley and Tim Higdon, said: “We though it was a good idea to feed them and just make them feel good.” The teachers, who all received carnations for the special day, responded by saying: “Its so good. We’d love it every day.” DOR'T mOUE-imPROUE! - OSMOSE TREATED Deck Packages .. . .$214 ..$394 Na 2 Ponderosa Pine rj Includes desk, rail, steps and necessary hardware — CERTAINTEED — Asphalt Qjj Shingles PER SQ. *2525 235 LB. PER SQ. ET. VINYL SIDING 50 Year Warranty Double 5" $49 IB SQ. WHITE Colors available. Double 4"and 8" also available on special orders. All Prices Cash and Carry HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD GELIVERIRG-rLilllllMG-ESTIMiTIMG-SSVIllG Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks Vickie Clements serves up some punch for one of her favorite teachers. Four girls from the Feed Fetchers 4-H Club recently participated in the Eaton County 4-H Style Review held on April 13 at the Charlotte Junior High School. Participating for the first time were Cheryl Conkey of Vermontville and Lora Emery of Charlotte. Cheryl wore a lavender print apron. She is in her first year of sewing and is in the third grade. Also in her first year of sewing is Lora Emery and she wore a pale pink apron. She, too, is in the third grade. Both girls did very well for their first experience at modeling. Ruth Marshall of Ver­ montville chose to wear a lightweight lavender and pink sundress. Her outfit was accented with a lavender and white lace umbrella and white pumps. Ruth is in her second year of sewing and in the sixth grade. She was awarded an honorable mention ribbon. Also in her second year of sewing, Kim Thompson of Vermontville chose to wear a short navy blue cheerleading skirt. To complete her cheerleading look, she wore white tennis shoes and socks trimmed with blue bows and she carried blue and white pompoms. Kim received the Best of Show plaque for the Young Sewers category. The four girls will be ACTION-ADS taking these garments that they have made themselves to the Eaton County 4-H Fair in July to be judged on construction. The sewing leader for these girls is Carol Marshall of Vermontville and the girls and parents thank her for another fine job. Congratulations to all the girls. Vermontville's Ruth Marshall (left) won honorable mention and Kim Thompson, best of show honors, at the 4-H Style Review. (photosupplied) BEDFORD AUCTION — FOOD SALE — Saturday, April 27 Beginning at... 4 P.M. I LIKE TO CLEAN: If you don’t please call 726-1039. Reasonable, efficient, reliable. Will travel. (4-30) Seafood, meats, vegetables, many other kinds of food. SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173 (tfn) Sole every Friday Hight 7 p.m. BEDFORD AUCTION, M-37 968-5178 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1985_Page 9 Welcome to VERMONTVILLE’S ^5eA /hmuat. MAPLE SYRUP Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Pepsi Free & Diet Pepsi Free $^919 6 pack cans + dep. i^mi Congratulations on your MAPLE SYRUP Reno's 14” Pepperoni Pizzas BEER - WINE - PACKAGED LIQUOR - STATE JOURNAL DETROIT FREE PRESS - INSTANT LOTTERY TICKETS - LEON'S SUBS & SANDWICHES - LOTS OF ICE - MILLER'S ICE CREAM PARTY & PICNIC SUPPLIES. Extra Kegs of Beer on hand for Festival Weekend - Special Order will be taken till April 24. Limited No of Taps available.____________ ★ SPECIAL HOURS FESTIVAL WEEKEND ★ Fri. & Sat 8 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Sun. 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ■I With gifts to gratify you, Teas to tantalize you, Antiques to put you in histories, Our cards will perpetuate your passions. Stop in and add some... ZEST TO YOUR LIFE! 2996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE THORKAPPLE GENERAL STORE Ph. 726-0486 Main Street — Nashville, Michigan Built 1868 Party Mart Welcome to all our friends and visitors to our... MAPLE SYRUP Congratulations to Polly Cook ... and her court... Enjoy yourselves in Vermontville April 26, 27, and 28th. and come back often to the... “Sweetest Village in 5982 Vermontville Village Chamber of Commerce ” �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1985 — Page 10 11-Star avings Congratulations Vermontville METAMUCIL INSTANT MIX 30S REGULAR OR ORANGE SELSUN BLUE SHAMPOO 5'9 11 oz. 389 USTERlNf USTERINE CLEAR EYES 24 OZ. 1/2 OZ. 263 PHOTO FINISHING SPECIAL Mace Pharmacy ■ $1.00 OFF ON COLOR j NEGATIVE ROLL PROCESSING Mace Pharmacy EXTRA-STRENGTH _ Bring thi» coupon to your participating McJon I Photo Center, and get S1.00 OFF on your next | roll of color negative film procenad. | One coupon per order. Offer good on regular site TYLENOL EFFERDENT CAPSULES TABLETS 60 S 349 219 I processing only. C 41 process only. Good on sites 110. 126. 135mm and DISC. Tape coupon to | envelope. Offer good through Apl*|l 3(). ■ P4 A »•*’ PHOTO CENTER R SO’S HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday PH. 852-0845 207 Main St., Nashville 45t& Exchange students enjoy visit by Shelly Sulser Maple Valley Jr.- Sr. High School once again has the privilege of hosting foreign exchange students. This year they are Yumiko Maejima of Japan and Ines Hands from Venezuela. Through the Youth For Understanding organization, the two will spend U-months^ in the United States, living with local families and at­ tending Maple Valley high school during their stay. Yumiko, 18, lives with the Ernie and Caroline Halliwill and family of Vermontville and finds life in the United States much different. Yumiko says school at Maple Valley is “easier,” and also fun. “At home we attend 14different classes a week and go a half day on Saturday too,” Yumiko said. Although Yumiko had taken five years of English classes in Japan, they taught English grammer rather than the language itself. Yumiko said she wanted to be an exchange student because, “ever since I was in junior high I wanted to learn and speak English.” Back home in Mito, a city of 210,000 people, Yumiko’s parents own a party store. She has one sister who is 27. “She went from a very small family to a large family,” noted Mrs. Halliwill who has four children. When first entering the U.S. last August, Yumiko encountered a slight mix-up which delayed her arrival in Vermontville. Yumiko flew into Chicago where her schedule undertook a change, Without her knowledge. She was to switch planes and land in Grand Rapids, but instead remained on her original flight and headed for Detroit. Yumiko said her first experience in America was “scary.” With the upcoming syrup festival, Yumiko has been hearing much about the annual event. But, she said, “I never heard about maple syrup before.” Ines, 17, is from Maracaiabo, Venezuela. She agrees that school here is much easier than in her native lana. Her favorite class is art, she said. Not a newcomer to the country, Ines recalls visiting Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas in 1978. “I like to travel,” said Ines who lives with the Don and Joyce Hummel family, also of Vermontville. “I love to do something new.” Recalling her first couple of days at Maple Valley, Ines said it was hard to get used to using the English language all the time. “I took five years of English at school but I never talked it at home,” she said. Being an athletic person, Ines says she misses being able to participate on a swim team since one does not exist at Maple Valley. “I love to swim,” she said. Both girls, who return home in July, agree they would like to visit the United States again sometime. The two are seniors and will participate in the Maple Valley graduation ceremonies. < MAPLE SYRUP REAL ESTATE Serving you is our business for all your real estate needs A\ NULEVER’S ; KEN’S Standard Service STANDARD VERMONTVILLE, MICH. Welcome 726-0589 to the... Hope you will fill your tanks with our products and come enjoy the 45th Annual Maple Syrup Festival ELSIE E. WOLEVER Broker Res. Phone (517) 726-0637 126 S. Main, Nashville lle Office Phone (517) 852-1501 1501 ************************** �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1985 Page 11 COA weekly menu, events listed Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 North Michigan Avenue, Hastings, and 310 North Main Street in Nashville; Monday, Wed­ nesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles Club in Woodland. To make a meal reser­ vation, call 948-8062 before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in advance. All meal sites are barrier-'' free and wil accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. donation. Speakers from aroqpd the countyappear frequently, and exercises, crafts, games Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Nearly everyone in Ver­ montville is involved in some way on preparations for the 45th Annual Maple Syrup Festival with Polly Ann Cook reigning as queen and Amy Marie Laverty as alternate. Festivities start on Friday evening with the Amateur Show on the grandstand if weather permits. Everyone is hoping the lovely spring weather we have enjoyed this past week will continue. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Aldrich returned Thursday from their Florida vacation, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Martin from nearly three weeks in Texas. Word was received on two balloons that were released on Easter Sunday from the Methodist Church one landed in Howell and one in 'East Lansing. Last year the wind was stronger and some went as far west as Lake Michigan. Mrs. Ava Kroger and Mrs. Frances Olson attended the funeral of Mrs. Jessie Miller, 91, at Pray’s Funeral Home, Saturday p.m. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Saturday p.m. visitors of Mrs. Leta Nagle were Mr. and Mrs. Merle Haines of Hastings, their son, Bill Haines, and son Scott of Wisconsin and Jerry Nagle of Algonquin Lake. Word has just been received that Mrs. Reinhart Zemke is seriously ill in Leila Post Hospital in Battle Creek. Mrs. Esther Satterly is still very ill at Pennock Hospital. Ben Ommen and Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Siple met with 10 couples from Michigan at Sid Murphy’s home for a potluck dinner and enjoyed the different pictures that were taken on a Europeanrural tour trip. and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what he or she can afford. -April 23- Roast turkey roll, mashed potatoes, carrot coins, jello with pineapple, dinner roll. roll. Hastings: Humanities class. Nashville: Quilting bee. April 24 - Cod almondine, payslied potatoes, French style green beans, whole wheat muffin. Hastings: Sing-along with Fern. Delton: Michigan Nature Association slides. Woodland: R. Gretzinger of DSS. Birthday party at all sites. April 25 - Pepper steak and gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots and peas, tea roll and pears. Hastings: Lewis Olsen on Medicare. April 26 - Macaroni and cheese, spinach, 3-bean salad, wheat muffin, fresh fruit. April 29 - Beef tips in gravy, mashed potatoes, Oriental vegetables, wheat bread, pineapple upside down cake. Delton: Lansing Gilbert, film. Nashville: R. Gretzinger of DSS. April 30 - Tuna ala king, cole slaw, Italian blend, biscuit, gelatin whip. Nash­ ville: Lewis Olsen on Medicare. Margarine and milk are included with each meal, coffee and tea are available. Menu subject to change without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, Barry County Transit is standing by. 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Through traffic on a section of M-50 will be detoured for culvert replacement about two miles west of Lake Odessa beginning Monday (April 22), the Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation (MDOT) said. The highway will be closed between Elm Road and Jackson Road for about 30 days. The signed detour route will direct through traffic to M-66 and Interstate 96 freeway. M-50 east from Lake Odessa will be open. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Special day set At the regional contest, Ryan placed in the top group by grange after testing along with 188 Ryan Rosin placed in the top, other sixth grade students Pancake Day at Maple , from around the state. Held Leaf 25 at a regional competition, Grange will be and now advances to the April 13 at Lansing Com- Saturday, April 27. state finals in Mt. Pleasant munity College, the contest Pancakes and sausage will by Shelly Sulser After having the best math ore at at Kellogg Kellogg School, School, score The competition is p y the Michigan g sponsored by included included nine separate regions. The tests consisted of 60 Council of Teachers of Mathematics and tests students from grades six through eight on com­ plicated math problems. contestants had 55 minutes to solve them. Rosin, the son of Nancy and Ron Rosin of Nashville, next month. math problems, and the be served from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Displays of Flea Market, Arts and Crafts will be on the upper floor. The Grange Hall is four miles south of Nashville on M-66. Come and enjoy yourself. CONGRATULATIONS on your... POLLY ...and... HER COURT Your Full Service Salon Eyebrow Wax Perms Coloring Cuts Frosting Phone 726-0257 or 726-0623 The Village Hair Port 470 E. 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Lamie has been dropped as a result of a resolution con­ ference between Lamie, Athletic Director Larry Lenz and Superintendent Carroll Wolff. Wolff, Lenz and Lamie met at the Department of Civil Rights on Friday, April 12 to discuss Lamie’s charges, according to Jim Horn of the department. Lamie had contended that the Maple Valley Public Schools have a history of favoring boys’ sports over girls’ sports. In his January complaint, Lamie state 1 that the schools provide pi aid coaches for boys’ ^ports while girls’ sports have volunteers, with the exception of the softball cpach. The complaint also stated that boys have sports uniforms purchased for them while girls’ sports must use handed-down uniforms or hand-made ones. He also alleged that during the present school year, the boys’ basketball program had a paid coach or coaches but girls’ basketball had a volunteer. In addition, the complaint claimed the athletic director, Larry Lenz, had said that if he had his way, there would be no girls’ sports. Lenz denied making the statement and Wolff said when coaches are hired, the school’s teachers are first offered the positions. If none apply, then volunteers are used. In a recent telephone in­ terview, Lamie stated his primary purpose for the complaint was that he feels the girls’ basketball team should have the same poach the boys’ team has. Lamie alleges that the boys’ basketball coach this school year resigned his position before he could be required to coach the girls’ team. At the civil rights department, Lamie said he was told that such an in­ cident would " not happen again. Therefore, a set­ tlement agreement was signed by Lamie and Wolff. Lamie, whose 16 year-old­ daughter plays sports at Maple Valley, does not plan to pursue the complaint any further, he said. Maplewood students learn clowning art By Shelly Sulser Students in Miss Jones’ fifth grade class at Maplewood school have been learning the art of clowning in their room for the past eight weeks. Dixie Brand, a local ex­ pert, taught the students how to perform as a clown, the history of clowning and proper etiquett. Students learned to create their own costumes and wrote 25 word essays on why they wanted to be a clown. “Its a very intense . workshop,” Brand said. Last week, make-up was the subject of study. ■ ACTIO IV-A D S Dixie Brand gives Tri ha Gibson and Becky Jenson some pointers on correct application of clown make-up. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and - service. Nashville Hardware ' and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) by Jeri Baker, Public Relations Rep. Talent shows, syrup festival plans, and outdoor activities are the main focus forVermontville’s Girl Scout troops this month. In March, Brownie troops p on a fun-filled 153 and 244 put Our Junior Girl Scouts have been up to their usual busy schedule. Saturday, they attended an Arts Ad­ venture Workshop in Lan­ sing. The girls worked in different art mediums such as sewing, string art, painting, and chalk art. Several of the Junior “Brownie Talent Show” for Scouts recently received the their families. It began with World Association pin in a a play by second grade troop ceremony. g Last week, the troop exex­ Brownies entitled “Flag Recipe”, followed by the plored different medical third grade scouts per- careers in “Behind the forming their own version of Scenes in Medicine” as part “Peter Rabbit”. Lots of fun was had in the “Wild Fashion Show” where girls demonstrated fashions in the literal sense — alligator shoes, top hat, and poodle skirt are a few examples. A few songs and dessert wrapped up the evening for the large group participating and enjoying the talent show. Leaders Roz Lingholm, Connie Shutes and Joan Hasselback would like to thank Lois Hammonds for putting on the fashion show, Ester Martin and Dorothy Caprenter for their help with the dessert table and all the parents who helped clean up. The second grade Brownie troop recently spent the afternoon visiting with “troop grandma” Mary Baker. The scouts enjoyed tea and biscuits and learned some of Vermontville’s history. The troop has some out­ door activities planned for May. Look for these Brownies in their car float in the syrup festival parade. The girls will also be doing some decorating with flowers around the village office before the syrup festival. Troop 153 had a cookout on Monday, April 22, and recently, the Brownies had a “mystery guest” attend a meeting. Liz King surprised the girls by coming to a meeting and spent the time showing the girls orgami (Japanese paper folding), and answering questions. WHY SETTLE FOR RE-RUNS THIS SUMMER? You can have a choice of programs with a... 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A Com T-l Recejver. of Career Day activities. Some of the scouts are working on their Prints and Graphics badge. The Junior troop will be marching in the syrup festival parade, as will be several members of the Cadet and Senior troop. The Juniors are working on plans for their end-of-year trip to Greenfield Village. On May 11, they will be going to Charlton Park to a “My Heritage” workshop with the Junior troop from Sunfield. The Cadet and Senior troops have been working for the Chamber of Commerce by going door-to-door in the village to sign people up in the Neighborhood Watch program. By Wednesday, they will have covered every street in the village limits, signing up almost everyone who was home when their Girl Scout trooi Brownies are girls in first, second and third grade who have chosen to join the fun of scouting. Nashville has two very active Brownie troops in­ volving 48 girls. Rae Murphy has volunteered her time to be this year’s first grade leader. Ann Taylor is the leader of the second and third grade troop, assisted by Donna Garvey. The Brownie program is an excellent way for the girls to form close friendships and to learn new skills. Next Tuesday and Wed­ nesday, April 23 and 24, the present troops will be sponsoring a Brownie gettogether for girls interested in joining the scouting program. Tuesday, April 23, after school in the Fuller School house was surveyed. The two troops invited the sixth grade scouts to help with dying Easter eggs and help with the Easter Egg Hunt as a bridging activity. These scouts will be helping with clean up on Saturday and Sunday mornings at the syrup festival. The Cadet and Senior troops would like to an­ nounce that they will have a car wash at the fire barn on May 11 and May 18 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. You can get an exterior wash, an exterior­ interior wash, and wax. Money raised will pay for the trip to Niagara Falls in June. Upcoming events for all troops are: potluck supper­ Awards Night on May 17, Day Camp at Camp Francis in Charlotte June, and Green Angel Banquet (for leaders) on May 23 at Casa Nova in Lansing. Please hold on to your glass for the glass shanty temporarily. Owens-Illinois is closed until the middle of May, so we are unable to take a load in. The glass shanty is full now, and we will empty it as soon as possible. Please take notice of the sign on the shanty door: no tin, clean glass only. Thank you for saving your glass for our recycling ^project- forming gym until 3:30 p.m., this year’s kindergarteners and first graders are invited to meet with the present first grade troop. On Wednesday, April 24, this year’s second and third graders are welcome to attend the get-together with the present second and third graders. The meeting will include games, crafts and songs. Attending this program does not obligate your daughter into joining scouts. The afternoon kindergarteners, first, second and third grade non-scouts will need a permission slip to stay after school. Girls in grades four through 12 are also en­ couraged to lode into the scouting program. If in­ terested, contact Marsha Ainslie or Pam White. From our readers WHAT THE SYSTEM WILL DO: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Movies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural programming, other TV stations and much more! 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Today’s Girl Scout leader Area Girl Scouts are can be a working mother or a planning all kinds of happy senior citizen, a single events to honor their leaders career woman or an “empty on this special day. And they nester” whose children are hope the whole community grown. She, or he, can hold a will join them in this day­ Ph.D. in economics, be a full­ long salute. time student or work at any I’m happy to oblige and to occupation. wish Girl Scout leaders What all these women and across the nation a won­ men must be, however, is derful time on their day! I energetic, intelligent and urge all you readers to ob­ supportive of the diverse serve this special day, too. group of girls who make up So, extend a warm hello today’s typical Girl Scout and hearty congratulations troop, including kin-, to the Girl Scout leaders you dergarten-age Daisy Girl know. They deserve it! Scouts, members of Girl Jeri Baker Scouting’s newest age level. 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MAPLEVALLEY LAWN & GARDEN Sales and Service •NEW LOCATION* Corner of Nashville Highway and Arbor Road, Vermontville 9905 NASHVILLE HIGHWAY call. (517) 726-0133 �The Mople Volley News Noshville Tuesday April 23 1985 — Page 16 Lions sweep Olivet, 9-4 & 12-3 Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team swept a doubleheader from S.M.A.A. league foe Olivet last Monday by scores of 9-4 and 12-3. In the opener. Maple Valley exploded for seven runs in the first inning to coast to an easy victory. The Sports Lion JV ball team wins two games The Maple Valley JV baseball team had a suc­ cessful week by defeating Olivet and Springfield in two away games. The team beat Olivet 18-6 and Springfield 9­ 0. Adam Brumm picked up the win against Olivet, pitching six innings, allowing 4 hits, 3 earned runs, and he struck out 3. Scott Phenix pitched the seventh inning, allowing no hits and no runs.' Hitting leaders were Brian Sleeper, 3 runs batted in; Adam Brumm, 3 RBIs; and Matt McClelland, 3 RBIs. 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Pease Rd., Vermontville KD Ul of the day by pitching the first three innings. Lenz struck out seven, walked none and allowed three hits. Scott Joostberns pitched the fourth and fifth to get the save. The Lions hitters were led by Ryan Trowbridge, double and two singles and four runs batted in; Greg Lenz, double and home run and four runs batted in; and Mark Valdick with two hits and one run batted in. The Lions’ S.M.A.A. record is 3-1 with an overall record of 4-1. Nashville ball players need to sign up for summer season Attention Nashville Pee Wee, Little League and Junior Ball Players: Sign up slips are now available at your school office. Please Maple Valley Schools return them by Friday, April 26. If you have any questions call: Marsha Ainslie, 852­ 1931. Serving Our Country LUNCH MENU Maplewood Monday, April 29 Pizza, Pickles, Peas, Pears. Tuesday, April 30 Mini Sub, Corn, Cherry Cobbler. Wednesday, May 1 Turkey and Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Bread and Butter, Fruit. Thursday, May 2 Hot Dogs, Corn, Pickles, Apple Crisp. Friday, May 3 Taco’s, Lettuce, Cheese, Green Beans, Bread and Butter, Peaches. Fuller Street Monday, April 29 Chicken and Noodles, or Chef Salad, Peas, Peaches, Sliced Cheese, Cinnamon Toast. Tuesday, April 30 Pizza Buns, Baked Beans, Fruit Choice. Wednesday, May 1 Hamburger on Bun, Sweet Potatoes, Applesauce. Thursday, May 2 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Corn, Pickles, Bread Pudding. Friday, May 3 Macaroni and Cheese, Green Beans, Fruit Mix, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Note: Milk is served with each meal. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 W inning was highlighted by Chug Maurer and Jim Fuller who had RBI singles. Ryan Trowbridge added a two-run homer in the third to seal the victory. Greg Lenz pitched the first four innings, striking out eight, walking one, and allowing two hits. Scot Lenz pitched the final three innings to get the save. In the nightcap, Maple Valley scored four runs in the third inning and eight runs in the fourth to defeat the Eagles in a game called at the end of five innings due to darkness. Greg Lenz picked up his second victory Jr-Sr. High Monday, April 29 Sloppy Jo’s, Corn, Applesauce. Tuesday, April 30 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Pears, Roll and Butter. Wednesday, May 1 Burritos with or without Sauce and Cheese, Peas, Peaches. Thursday, May 2 Pizza, Green Beans, Applesauce, Cookie. Friday, May 3 Taco’s, Lettuce and Cheese, Com, Pears, Little Debbie-Nutty Bar. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. ---- 0------ 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Ben L. Morris Private Ben L. Morris, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willis Morris, Vermontville and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Scott of Charlotte has completed basic training and is now serving in advanced. basic training at Fort Benning, Georgia. Ben is a graduate of Charlotte High School and also attended Maple-Valley High. Anita L. Bumford Newly promoted Air Force Airman 1st Class Anita L. Bumford, daughter of Douglas B. and Norma J. Bumford of 6844 Keyes Road, Bellevue, has been awarded the Good Conduct Medal at Aviano Air Base, Italy. The award was presented for exemplary conduct while in the active service of the' United States. Bumford is a medical service specialist with the U.S. Air Force Clinic. She is a 1981 graduate of Bellevue High School. County 4-Hers place in horse bowl Several Charlotte area 4-H members represented Eaton County at the Southwest Re gional Horse Bowl Contest held March 30 in Coldwater. Jenifer Boardman, Monique Colizzi, Connie Cranson and Kim Criss were members of the senior team, which placed fourth in team competition. Individually in the senior division, Kim Criss was fourth and Jenifer Board­ man placed ninth. Eaton County’s junior team placed third and was composed of Denise Cranson, Mark Cranson, Naomi Diamond and Jennifer Sudrovech. In individual junior competition, Jennifer Sudrovech took top honors. The 4-H’ers were coached by Leesa Clapp, also of Charlotte. Lions also defeat Springfield 4-3 in 8-inning contest Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team increased its S.M.A.A. lead to 4-1 by defeating Springfield 4-3 in eight innings. Springfield jumped in front 2-0 in the first inning on Joe Ooten’s two run homer. The Lions came, back to score one run in the second inning on Chug Maurer’s lead-off single, a sacrifice bunt by Mark Valdick, a passed ball which moved Maurer to third, and a sacrifice fly by senior Ken Trumble. Springfield scored an unearned run in the top of the fourth inning but the Lions countered by scoring two runs in the bottom half of the inning to tie the score at 3-3. Mark Valdick drove in a run with a ground out in the fourth and Kurt Hartenburg chased across the tying run with a double. The Lions won the game in the bottom of the eighth with Valdick doubling with one out. After Hartenburg grounded out to third, Trumble singled to move Valdick to third. Junior designated hitter Ken Meade then stroked a single to left to drive in the winning run. Greg Lenz went the distance to pick up his third win of the season. Lenz struck out 11 and walked just one while allowing seven hits. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS April 22-25 - Hardwood Lumber Grading and Measuring Shortcourse, Kellogg Biological Station. (Call Extension office for details.) April 25 - Tourism Marketing Training, 3-5 p.m., Com­ missioner’s Room, Hastings. April 26-28 - 4-H Leadership Development Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 27 - 4-H Horse Demonstrations, 10 a.m., fairgrounds, Hastings. May 1 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 3-8 - Great Lakes Recreation Lab, Kettunen Center, Tustin. May 4 - “Food & Fitness Day” - 9:30 a.m.-l:15 p.m., Lakewood High School, two miles east of Lake Odessa on M­ 50. May 4 - Block & Bridle Show, 8:30 a.m., Livestock Pavilion, MSU, East Lansing. May 7 - 4-H mandatory fair meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. May 8 - 4-H Horse leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 9-11 - 4-H Dog Care and Training Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. May 11 - Multi-County Style Show, Eastbrook Mall, Grand Rapids. May 15 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 16 - Barry County Fair Board meeting, 8 p.m. May 20-31 & June 3-14 - Pressure gauge checks. Call the Extension office for an appointment. May 22 - “Sodium in Your Diet”, 10 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Saturday, May 4 - 4-H Shooting Sports Meet - 10-12 noon, firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club; 1-3 p.m., archery meet, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Saturday, May 4 - Food and Fitness Day, Lakewood School. Monday, May 6 - 7 p.m., 4-H Senior Open House, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, May 6-7:30 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Challenge Club, 4-H Bldg., auditorium, fairgrounds. Monday, May 6 - 8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, May 7 - 9:30 a.m., MAEH Council, Cooperative Extension office. Wednesday, May 8 - 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., MAEH “Spring Event”, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Thursday, May 9 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Teen meeting, 4­ H Bldg., fairgrounds. Thursday, May 9 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. May 11-17 - Eaton County Clean-up Week. Tuesday, May 14-7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association Mtg., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, May 15 - 7 p.m., Colorado Exchange meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Friday, May 17-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Jack & Gloria Pennington’s, 6375 N. Chester, Charlotte. Saturday, May 18 - Getting to Know You-th Day, Fitzgerald Park, Grand Ledge. Monday, May 20 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, fair office, fairgrounds. Wednesday, May 23 - “Spring Tour” - Jackson area, sponsored by MAEH. Turn those unwanted, unused items into CASH with an Action-Ad, call 945-9554! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 23, 1985 — Page 17 S ^ X ’! k XJh b ‘ Ja tjh . VW Ss<s» s<s» s» L VlW !S$® S$® ,,s& $sss& SSW} Scout Fest *85 being held at fairgrounds this Saturday Philip Hayes, Hayes, Chairman Chairman Philip for “Scout Fest ’85” an­ nounced that The Annual Scout Fest is scheduled for Saturay, April 27 at the Hastings Fairgrounds. Sponsored by the West Michigan Shores Council, Boy Scouts of America, the Barry County Scout Fest, one of nine throughout the 12 county council service area, will feature over 15 exciting Scout displays, exhibits and skills to show the public audience what the Scouting program is in terms of it’s overall objectives and ac­ tivities. Attended by 340 Scouts, leaders and viewers, the Scout Fest which hosts the Land of Lakes district Pinewood Derby car race, provides a colorful, ad­ venturous experience for all participants and at the same time it is a fundraiser benefiting: The Scouts, who sell tickets and earn prizes; the pack or troop, which receives a commission from program. popsossibsliebletimtime.e opsossibsliebletimtime.e””.”.” dddiivviiivivddiiddua uaua uall llaaaaddddmmmmisisiss isskkion. io program. Hayes1 stated “the Scout The Fest is $3 for the whole Questions about the Scout Fest showcases the Best in family (including discount Fest can be directed to the Scouting in the most at­ coupons for Nehi Royal Council Service Center, 1935 tractive setting to the most Crown Cola products and Monroe Ave. NW, Grand people in the shortest Pizza Hut) or $1 for inRapids, MI; phone - 363-3828. totalsales; sales; and andthe thecouncil, council, total which uses the remaining proceeds after Fest ex­ penses, in its general operating budget directed towards summer camping OPEN DAILY 9-9; SUN. 11-5 SALE ENDS SATURDAY The lointumiiwoi hiwum Saving Place® MUHUMaMMBM L DOORBUSTER IQOORBUSTER ] l DOORBUSTER j Girl Scout camp offered ?**!» us. ^■’hJ **'®S^Htaa '*T«aah: ■H-PwptiiQik btafos ■ itajElllJK The Girl Scouts in Nash­ ville are making plans to attend summer camp. Two programs are available for area scouts and non-scouts. Day camping at WonderWoode provides girls with the opportunity of meeting, learning and sharing outdoor activities. The trained staff provides a program of swimming, cookouts, songs, games and crafts. A bus will pick up the girls in Nashville in the morning and return around 5 p.m. during the week of July 8 (Session 3). Day camp offers programs for girls in first through ninth grade. The fee for the camp is $30. Camp Merrie Woode for one week or two weeks of overnight camping provides such activities as cookouts, hiking, horses, crafts, canoeing, swimming, biking — a world of experiences. This is available for girls in grades third through 12. If you are a non-scout and interested in camp, please contact Ann Taylor. Scouts are encouraged to get their forms mailed into the Girl Scout office., Our 49.87 Offer Good April 24-27 Offer Good April 24-27 Offer Good April 24-27 39.88 O.2u7r 3 Beautiful 1-Gal. Azaleas Flowering shrub makes a perfect low hedge. Fora pretty yard. 1-gal. 6.44 . Quality Patented Rose Bush *1 grade patented rose bush in assorted varieties and colors. Save. Contractor’s Wheelbarrow 4 cu. ft. wheelbarrow with steel legs and 16” tire. Save! ^PRECISION PRODUCTS live. ic*> Our 3.59 Offer Good April 24-27 Our 29.97 ACTION-ADS ,w»“* ^5* .. nnJ***' SI **** * uttil”*** 51^ ^5^ ■,a ’&»»** WANTED TO BUY: Baseball and footballs cards. Paying cash. 948-8168. (5-8) NOTICE: Vermontville Transfer Station will be open Wed., April 24, 1985, from 12 noon until full. Next scheduled opening will be May 4, 1985 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ESTATE YARD SALE: April26 &^7,9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No pre-sales. Corner of Vermontville Hwy. & Brown Rd. Dishes, small furniture, pots, pans, etc. LADIES: Now you are in the know about “colors” meant for you. Let’s have a con­ signment garage sale. Bring your items to 2146 N. Ionia Rd. For more info., call 726­ 1100 or 852-9417. WATKINS FAMOUS spices extracts, and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. 616-965-7640 Battle Creek. (4-23) SATELLITE ANTENNAS. National Company looking for Dealers. Complete Training Provided. No In­ ventory Required. Complete Units from $499.00 Wholesale. Phones Open 24 Hours - 303-570-7800. (4-30) 5.97 A98 Rhododenron Choice Assorted colors 2/5.00 12.97 & 19.97 White Spruce Decorative Pine Bark Broadcast Spreader Attractive green growth in the summer. 12-15" size. 2.cubic ft. bag Model SB-50 Otter Good April 24-27 Offer Good April 24-27 Otter Good April 24-27 'BmcGS&rSiRAirOHj Our 195.77 22", Self-Propelled Mower 3.47 5-Lb.* Bag Grass Seed For a quick cover or a base for permanent lawns. Savel 'Nel wl 5.88°" Offer Good April 24-27 K-Gro® 27-3-3 Fertilizer * 18-lb.‘ K-Gro® lawn fertil­ izer covers 5,000 sq. ft. -April 24-27 1698 Lansing Rd.,'Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733 The Saving Place91 Automotive Service Center, Phone 543-1197 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 23, 1985 — Page 18 Congratulations on your 45th Annual Maple Syrup Festivall (^SUPERMARKET.. 45Mutual W NASHVILLE, MICH. MAPLE SYRUP < “Our New Garden Center is OPEN” Fruit Trees ASSORTMENTOF— Shrubs from. $1549 C — nO 2/5500 $5»9 White Birch Trees............ $ 175° ^50 ASSORTMENT OF OTHER— Trees (INCLUDING MAPLE)......................... ’ 1* • TOPSOIL • FERTILIZERS • LAW7N LIME • MARBLE CHIPS —7 ~ Wood Chips at................................ BUSHEL 99* O’DELLS 24-Hoiir Towing Service' — VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN x* “Bring Your Own Container” Heavy and Light — OPEN — 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. DAILY 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. SUNDAY TOWING for... and all ROAD SERVICE • 2 Trucks 726-1009 726-1040, or k Enjoy the... 45tH. MAPLE SYRUP then... 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Ph. 852-9210 • FOOD • DRINKS FRIENDLY SERVICE Live Music By .55 gal. *184.14 ’166.82 THE SOURCE” SERVING Friday and Saturday • Nashville • Vermontville • Hastings • Charlotte Ph. 852-9210 • Bellevue Ph. 763-9358 GASOLINE MOTOR OIL PREMIUM DIESEL FUEL OILS Hope youj wiltlh fill4 y5o thurA tanksl wMith oluSr produFctstiandl come enjoy joy the 45th Annual Maple Syrup Festival Sunday, 5 pm - 9:30 pm OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Phone 726-1043 177 EAST MAIN, VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 23, 1985 — rage 20 Welcome to the 45th Annual Johnny's 3-BIG DAYS - Friday, Saturday and Sunday! 160 S. Main, Vermontville 7264)640 Johnny's will be CLOSED Sat & Sun. due to Festival Program Friday, April 26,1985 6:30 p.m. TALENT SHOW Frida y Night Special Crown Amusements Poy One Price - $5.00 to ride oil rides os many times os you like. 6 hours of fun for $5.00 Saturday, April 27,1985 Join the fun this weekend in Vermontville Pancakes Rides Parades Maple Syrup and Much More! * Master ofCeremonies... Douglas Kelsey, Sal. and Sun. The LIONS CLUB will be selling chances on a trip to LAS VEGAS. Drawing 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 28 Arts & Crafts 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m Maplewood School Invocation 9:30 a.m. Rev. Glenn Litchfield, United Methodist Church 9:35 a.m Bring the whole family and enjoy the pleasant surroundings of Vermontville! Greetings Vermontville Villoge President: Beverly "Sue" Villonuevo President, Syrup Festival Association: Stanley Trumble President, Chamber of Commerce: Pat O'Dell ; 10:30 a.m. Children’s Parade Choirmen: Mr. ond Mrs. Gene Fisher Presentation of Queen and Court 11:00 a.m. Queen: Polly Zemke Alternate: Amy Laverty Crowning of 1985 Queen by 1984 Queen Kristie Hosey Presentation of 198S Honored Citizen, Fern Gearhart 11:30 a.m Talent Winners on Stage 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Michigan Fiddlers Association Bock of Chapel Announce winners of Maple products and Festival contests 12:00 noon Visit the concessions and exhibits. Try the Maple products. 1:00 p.m Entertainment by "Al’s One Man Variety Band” Allen Mott - Cassopolis Grand Parade 2:00 p.m. Parade Theme: by Poulo Woodworth "Sugar's Fine but Maple Products are Divine" Parade Committee: Solly Martin Grand Marshal: Fern Georharf 3:00 p.m. Scotville Clown Band, Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, Talent Winners, Square Dance Exhibition by Ringo Swingos 5:30 p.m. Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull 7:30 p.m. Square Dance Maple Valley High School Callers: Roger Nicols. Don Williams; Cuen Artha Shaw Sunday, April 28,1985 7:00 a.m Band Boosters will serve pancakes 7:00 a.m. to noo 9:00 a.m. * 4:00 p.m. American Legion and Athletic Boosters will serve pancakes Arts A Crafts Maplewood School 10:45 a.m. Everyone's « winner' YOUR SPARTAN LABELS SUPPORT Union Church Services First Congregational Church 12:00 noon Al’s One Man Band 1:00 p.m. Arm Wrestling Chairman: Greg Hoefler Wood Chopping, Pancake Derby, Egg Toss and Pig Catch Choirmon: Merle Morfin OLYMPICS Program Chairman: Hildred Peabody 1985 Festival Queen and her court (Front row left to right) Amy Laverty and Queen Polly Cook; (Back Row left to right) Michele Evans, Ann Hummel, Deborah Exelby and Connie Kane. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113-No. 42 — Tuesday, April 30, 1985 Nashville Council approves spring clean-up plans by Shelly Sulser The village council of Nashville approved a plan Thursday night that they hope will solve their past spring clean up problems. The village agreed to hire the Hastings Sanitary Service to make the rounds of Nashville on May 4 and May 11, setting up certain itemized restricitons. According to the plan outlined by the Department of Public Works Committee, the Hastings firm will pick up trash only on. the north side of Washington Street north to the village limits on Saturday, May 4. On Saturday, May 11, trash will be picked up on the south side of Washington street south to the village limits. The village stresses that this will be the only clean up this year. Restrictions set for the clean up stipulate that no appliances will be included, no concrete, no dirt, no hazzardous waste (such as liquids, paint, oil, etc.), and no loose brush will be picked up. All brush must be bun­ dled in bundles no larger than three feet by five feet and nothing weighing over 50 pounds will be taken. Also, no boxes or bundles or others bigger than three feet by five feet will be taken, and none over 50 pounds. The council also states that if the village has to pick up anything left at the curbside by the contracted firm, the resident will be charged a $15 fee per pick up. In other business, the council agreed to let the Department of Public Works assume the sexton’s duties beginning July 1, at the request of the cemetery board. The present sexton, an employee of the green thumb program, will no longer be eligible for the the program on July 1. A bid from Scott Engineering of $15,686.64 was accepted for engineering work to be done for the new Francis Street Bridge. In discussing the project, Gerald Kent reported the total cost of the bridge will be nearly $157,100, with the village share amounting to $15,710. Constracting bids for the the job will be let May 22. The village plans to expect work to begin by June and com­ pleted in 59 days from the start. Harold Christiansen submitted a communtiy center quarterly report stating $190 was taken in while expenses topped $689.61, leaving a balance of $998.58 left in the building fund. Mayor John Hughes asked the council for a July 1 ex­ tension on his bid to remove the village wood pile he purchased several months ago. Hughes was originally given 60 days but was granted a May 1 extension. Hughes requested the July 1 extension because of “mechanical problems.” The request was granted. Fifteen Stevensville of­ ficials will be visiting Nash­ ville on May 20 for mayor exchange day. Hughes told the council that Leon Frith, DPW superintendent, has disvovered a sewer line is not broken and letting water seep into it. Frith reportedly guessed the excess water was coming from a man hole or holes. Frith determined the pipe was not broken after a camera was run through the line. The council granted the local VFW permission to have a parade on Main St. in Nashville on Memorial Day, May 27. Invitational to be held Saturday The annual Maple Valley Invitational baseball tour­ nament will be held at two sites this weekend. Four first round games will be played at 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. in Ver­ montville and Hastings. In Vermontville, Maple Valley will play Bellevue and in Hastings, Charlotte will take on Lakewood. Both of those games are at 9:30 a.m. At noon, Athens will play Ionia at in Vermontville while Hastings tangles with Olivet at in Hastings. The winners of Maple Valley-Bellevue and Charlotte-Lakewood will play in Vermontville at 2:00 p.m. The Athens-Ionia and Hastings-Olivet winners play at 4:00 p.m. The first round losers play at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. in Hastings. The tournament’s championship game is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. in Vermontville. First timers, return visitors alike enjoy Vermontville Syrup Festival Former residents and first-time visitors were among the throngs of folks who gathered in Vermontville last weekend to partake in the sweetest festivities of the year. And if the visitors had to rate the festival with a letter grade, Vermontville’s syrup shindig surely would garner an “A+,” according to conversations between visitors and the Maple Valley News staff. Dorothy Raymond of Battle Creek said she really enjoyed the syrup festival Saturday as she was pur­ chasing a gallon of the famous sweet nectar. “I’ve had just a lovely time,” she said. “The chicken was good, the pancakes were good. It’s very nice,” she said. The syrup festival is like an annual homecoming for two former residents who now reside in the Grand Rapids area. Calvin Tyler has been coming to the festival long enough to remember when the pancake meals were $1.50 (They are now $3). Calvin and his father, Worth Tyler, were among the 4,000 who feasted on pancakes prepared by the Maple Valley Band Boosters. Worth graduated from Vermontville High School in llllllll The crowd delights to see the Syrup Festival Queen, Polly Cook, (far left) and her court pass by in the grand parade. 1925 and later taught English in the community. He moved from the village in 1945 and now resides in Kentwood. Calvin said he attended school in Vermontville for several years and now lives in Wyoming. Both said they enjoy the festivities and like to visit relatives while they’re in town. The Schroder family also traveled from Battle Creek to join in the fun of the 48th syrup festival activities. Gayle, Rick and Audrey said, “It’s a lot of fun.” Another Battle Creek couple, George and Alice Moore were visting the festival for the third time. “We watched the parade and had pancakes,” they said. “And the chicken was very good.” Jim and Ilene Thomas also said they were enjoying the festivities. “This is the first time I’ve been at the festival, but I had heard about it before,” said John Fernencsik of Muskegon as he poured maple syrup over his pan­ cakes. “We’re having a good time and we’ll be back.” Little Tony Underwood, 2, of Leslie, has second thoughts about riding the motorcycle ride. The crowd watches as the mighty Marching Lions pass by in the festival parade. I PUBLIC’ 121 S. CHURCH Hastings, ichigan IB RAR �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News of the recent Boston area newspapers, including Shay the Maple Valley News. Marathon. The youngsters attend-school in Checks for reservations may be mailed to Larry Filter, Bellevue. association A good number of Nash-alumni ville folks were in Ver- treasurer, at 209 Francis Nashville. montville over the past Street, wekeend to help that town Association president is Ray celebrate its 45th annual Roush; and Homer Winegar Maple Syrup Festival. is vice president. Secretaries Visitors from near and far who will be handling the flocked to Vermontville, addressing and mailing of swelling the ranks to some invitations are Clara Marie 15,000 there on Saturday. (Burdick) Spoelstra and her Mostly sunny skies and sister Artha Shaw, for Nashtemperatures ville High; Anna May moderate throughout the weekend Schaub for Vermontville and Christine helped promote attendance. alumni; Again this year, the (Shaw) Moore for Maple tremendous arts and crafts Valley. Several class reunions will show at Maplewood School was a drawing card, while preceed the family-style downtown, lots of “city dinner served in the folks” loaded up on gallons cafeteria. Nashville’s Class of local syrup and other of 1935 is planning a reunion maple sugar treats. The to mark their Golden An­ Grand Parade at 2 p.m niversary since graduation. Saturday was a highlight.The party will be held from 3 Invitations soon will be in to 5 p.m. in the Community the mail for the 1985 Maple Center (old waterworks Valley Alumni Banquet, set building) at Putnam Park. for 7 p.m. Saturday, May 25, Snacks will be served. Class at the MVHS cafeteria. friends are welcome. Nashville’s graduates of Reservations requests will be mailed to all those who 1940 also are planning a getattended last year’s dinner, together. They will meet as well as to classes in five- before the banquet, at 5:30 year retrogressive in-p.m., in a room at the school. increments, starting with 20 Marlin Hansen and John and Maple Valley Athletic Boosters years ago, i.e., Class of 1965, Montiel Dull are local 1960,1955,1950, etc. To reach organizers of that event. MAPLE VALLEY HIGH Marion (Snow) Johnson of other alumni of Nashville, SCHOOL CAFETERIA Vermontville and Maple Charlotte wrote, last week to THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Valley schools reservations say that although her Class Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. forms will be published in of 1931, NHS, does not plan a reunion until September 29th of this year, she does hope the members can get together in one of the rooms at the school prior to the banquet in order to welcome former classmate Edythe The Village of Nashville has contracted a firm for Hicks Klinkner, who will be spring clean-up. On MAY 4, 1985 they will pick here from Phoenix, Arizona, up ONLY Washington St. north to the village for the occasion. She plans to limits and on MAY 11, 1985 they will pick up attend with her sister, ONLY Washington St. south to the village limits. Dorothy McCleary (of This will be the only clean-up this year. PLEASE Florida and Ohio), who will NOTE THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: be marking her 50th an­ • NO Appl iances. niversary since graduation with Nashville’s Class of • NO Concrete. 1935. • NO Dirt. Aaron Gosner, 11, a Nash­ • NO Hazardous waste (such as liquids, paints, oil, ville fifth grader, pedaled his etc.) bicylce 22 miles in a two• NO Loose brush (all brush must be bundled in hour period on Saturday, bundles no larger than 3 ft. by 5 ft. and nothing April 20, to become the top over 50 lbs.) rider among eight • NO Boxes or bundles, etc. bigger than 3 ft. by youngsters participating in a 5 ft. Cystic Fibrosis Bike-a-Thon. • NO Boxes, bundles, etc. over 50 lbs. The participants, all grade school children, collected Please adhere to these restrictions. If the Village per-mile pledges from has to pick up anything left at the curbside by the sponsors to earn a total of contracted firm, the resident will be charged a $300 to contribute to the CF $15.00 fee per pick up. Foundation. Top money­ Village of Nashville getter was Brad Ashcraft, Department of Public Works Committee who brought in $163.20. The cyclists followed a route in Nashville was well represented in Saturday’s “Run For the Health of It” in Kalamazoo. The race was a fundraiser for Borgess Medical Center in that City. Ray Aspinall of Nashville took first place in the 50-54 year old men’s class in the 5­ K run with a time of 18:13.76. Pastor Don Roscoe finished in 12th place in 30-34 year old class in the 5-K. His time was 17:54.73. Former local resident Larry Hawblitz of Battle Creek placed third in the 45-49 age group in the 5-K with a time of 18:01.47. Among the youngsters competing in the run were Judy, Casey and Sarah Shay of Nashville. All placed in the 13 years and under age group. Judy ran the 10kilometer route, taking second place with a time of 42:49.07. Casey and Sarah both ran five kilometers, the former finishing in four place in 21:28.39 and the latter, finishing 9th, in 27:31.86. Some 1,700 runners took part in the event. Among big-name entrants was Lisa Larsen Weidenbach, a former Battle Creek resident who was the winner BINGO Village of Nashville SPRING CLEAN-UP By Susan the village that started at Kellogg School. Youth Aflame Ministries of Nash­ ville Baptist Church spon­ sored the event, with Pastor Don Roscoe acting as chairman. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that affects the exocrine glands of the body and leads to respiratory and digestive failure. The annual Mother­ Daughter banquet of Nash­ ville United Methodist Church is set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, in the Community House. The meal will be a potluck dinner. Edna Smith is in charge of the program which is to feature local talent. Ladies of < Nashville Assembly of God will con­ duct a clothing exchange for ladies of the church on Saturday, May 11, in the parsonage basement. The annual Mother­ Daughter banquet for Assembly of God will be a salad luncheon starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18, in the fellowship hall at the church. Kathy Wyman of Evangelist Larry Lund- together they present a Kalamazoo, district strom, Associate Evangelist united witness to the glory of representative of the of Lowell Lundstrom God. Women’s Ministries for Ministries, Sisseton, South Larry’s wife, Gloria, is a Assembly of God, will Dakota, will be appearing noted seminar speaker, provide a program of special along with his family at the author and singer. Their music and devotions. Five Corners Church, 4012 daughters, LaShawn, pianist The Mcclaine Family Marshall Rd., Charlotte, on and singer, and LaDawn, Singers of Muskegon will be Saturday, May 4, at 7:30 drummer and singer; and ministering in music during p.m. son, Lee Donovan, singer, 11 a.m. Sunday worship Larry has been traveling add to the ministry’s focus services, May 5, at Assembly for the past 23 years on the importance of of God in Nashville. The throughout the United States families. presentation will feature old­ and Canada. His family has Admission is free. The time gospel songs that ap­ traveled with him, and public is invited. peal to young and old alike. The public is cordially in­ that will be followed'by a Evelyn Voyles, will have vited to attend. training session. charge of the program at the Also on May 5th the local A film, “The Language of event, which is to be staged Assembly of God will be Listening,” one of a series in the fellowship hall at the launching a Family Week for parents and teens, will be church. program with the theme, “I shown at 7 p.m. Sunday, May Nashville Garden Club Will Pray With My Family.” 12, at Nashville Baptist meets Wednesday, May 7, at At worship services that day, Church. the home of Flossie Richards suggestion, sheets will be A Mother-Daughter Tea of Hastings. Time of the distributed to those in at­ will be held at the Church of event is 1:30 p.m. Members tendance, offering ways to the Nazarene in Nashville at are to bring two prizes for enhance family prayertime 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11th the bingo games that will be and devotions. The project (the day before Mother’s played. runs through Sunday, May Day). The pastor’s wife, 11. Following Sunday evening worship services May 5 at Assembly of God, a farewell party will be held in the fellowship hall for Jerry and I would like to thank all my friends, Norma Calaway and daughters, who will soon be son, Larry Johnson and Bill and Mary leaving Nashville. The Hecker, for the surprise birthday party public is cordially invited to held in my honor at Mulberry Fore Club­ atteiid the event. house. Your kindness will always be reNashville Baptist'Sunday School teachers will gather membered. at the church at 5:30 p.m. Sig Johnson Sunday, May 11, for a dinner Lundstroms will appear at area church May 4 Thank You! AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: y A.M. Worship ..11 PM P.M. Worshi Worship ... 66 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m.250 N. Main, Vermontville a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m.Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: unay: Morning Worship 11 a.m. a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. m p.m.Thursday: Wednesday: Bible Study........ 8 p.m. AWANA 7:00 p.m. p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m W.ed.nesodras Epve.n.i.n Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.mWeorsnheisp ............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south o sout of Nashville) asv e) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Church School ..11 a.m. S d Shl Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Church Worship. 11 a.m. i .. 11 .. (Nursery Care Available) A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Worship. AM S PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. Wed Service Wed. Service..... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Hinckley PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School ..10 A.M. Worship . .11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 3 ACTION-ADS Green Thumb workers are asset to village they take pride in their work.” The purpose of the program is to prepare the elderly of the local com­ munity for jobs so they can provide their own income if needed. Currently, Price and Wrigglesworth are the only village Green Thumb em­ ployees. “They learn while they work,” Frith noted, adding that each worker puts in about 20 or 21 hours a week tops. Their usual duties are to maintain the parks. “Ninety percent of the maintenence and upkeep in the village parks is done by the Green Thumb workers,” said Frith, “and the people of the town don’t realize it. “They have done a beautiful job,” Frith added, “they (Ovide and Harley) are an asset to the village.” Frith said although the workers are paid, it would have cost the village nearly $65,000 in wages in the eight years the program has been in operation if outside help had been sought for the same jobs. The two men were in­ strumental in a project last year when they helped plant 3,000 blue spruce trees around the village sewer ponds. “Just remember,” Frith said,“they are senior citizens and we can learn a lot from them too; all we have to do is listen to them.” Open House planned for area 4-H seniors May 6 Local Green Thumb employees Ovide Price and Harley Wrigglesworth recently completed a worth while project for the village of Nashville, by building 12 decorative waste baskets for use in the parks and down­ town. by Shelly Sulser In an effort to help im­ prove the appearance of the village of Nashville, 12 new wastepaper baskets have been built and placed in the downtown area and in the village parks. Two village employees, Horace “Ovide” Price and Harley Wrigglesworth are responsible for the useful decorative items, They built them by hand during the winter months. The men are part of what is called the “Green Thumb” project, a federal program for senior citizens with an income not over 125 percent above the poverty level and people in the lower income brackets. Nashville Program Supervisor Leon Frith said the program was im­ plemented by the National Farmers Union who has formed various Green Thumb chapters nationwide for people 55 and over. The village of Nashville is the local sponsoring agency that trains the Green Thumb employees for different jobs. “We want to show others the value the senior citizen has so they can find jobs in the private sector,” Frith said. Since the program was started in Nashville in 1977, several members of the program have gone on to find jobs, using the training obtained by Green Thumb. “Too many businesses will not hire the senior citizen,” Frith said. “Senior citizens are terrific workers because The Eaton County 4-H Council invites all 1985 graduating 4-H high school seniors, their families, and 4­ H friends to an Open House on Monday, May 6. This special activity will be held from 7-8 p.m. at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. A brief recognition program will begin at 7:15 p.m. Reservations are requested. Please call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594 by May 3. T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard antenna’s. Reasonable prices, Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) GARAGE SALE: May 1, 2, and 3. 2652 Ionia Rd., Vermontville. Baby ducks and chickens. PENNY SUPPER SPONSORED BY ... 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Eaton Federal If you sign up before MAY 17 for BASE TAN it is just ... $onoo tuwL in— linocr for 8 Visits Hair Care Services starting June 15 by and Loan Association DIANE KUEMPEL — COSMETOLOGIST — FOUR COHVEHIEHT LOCATIOHS TO SERVE TOU: ROME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIOAH - FHOHE 0434000 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN • POORE 002-1030 EATON RAPIOS, MICHIOAH - PHOHE 003-1001 OFFICE HOURS: 0:00 to 4:30 Mor. thro OLIVET, MICHIOAH • PHOHE 740-2011 Fri., 0:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 30, 1985 — Page 4 Advances in dentistry are part of Nashville history “Dr. Hitchcock, the new dentist, is finding a good run of customers here and says Nashville is the liveliest town he has seen,” noted The Nashville News in early November 1875. In the nearly 110 years since that pronouncement, Nashville residents have had their dental needs cared for by a succession of professionals, and in the early days any such treat­ ment became grist for the local news mill. What nowadays is considered personal and confidential data between doctor and patient occasionally found its way to becoming public information, via the press. “Dean Fleming last Tuesday walked into Dr. A. H. Winn’s dental parlors at 8 o’clock, had 17 teeth ex­ tracted, and at 1:30 walked out with an entire set of new teeth ornamenting his gums,” reported The News in November 1881. Whether or not Mr. Fleming had consented to the “presss release’’ is unknown, but such reports were commonplace a cen­ tury ago. In some cases the accounts now provide us with an historically significant record of ad­ vances in the field of den­ tistry. One such instance, cap­ tured in the pages of The Nashville News in March 1883, shows a practice that seemed to be years ahead of its time. Again, it featured the work of Dr. Winn, about whom little else is known: “A. H. Winn, dentist, ex­ of Michigan and decided to tracted a troublesome tooth begin his practice in Nash­ (a twelve-year molar) for his ville. brother one day last week, “Dr. W. A. Vance, our new filled two cavities in the dentist, arrived in town this same and placed it back in week and is fitting up the jaw from whence it quarters in the Mallory came, and now it has grown Block,” announced The in as solid as ever and aches News in late June 1903. “He no more. The tooth was out of and his wife are living in the the mouth one hour.” H. E. Downing house at the The report further noted corner of Middle and Gregg that the operation was “the streets.” third tooth Dr. Winn has The Mallory Block where successfully transplanted in Vance first set up his his dental career.” practice is the yellow twoA few years later, Dr. story brick building located Sherman M. Fowler, who just south of Nashville Auto had roots in Maple Grove & Farm Supply, at 110 Main Township, served Nash­ Street. A few years later Dr. ville’s dental needs on a part­ Vance moved his office into time basis (one day a week) the second floor of the new after he moved from Gribbin Block across the Muskegon in December 1899 street. The Gribbin Block, to open a dental office in sometimes referred to as the Battle Creek. old Knights of Pythias hall, “Dr. Fowler has many now houses Nashville friends in Nashville who will Hardware on its main floor. be glad to hear that he is now The late'Leo Herrick of closer to home,” noted The Nashville, who wrot-e^ a News at that time. series of his youthful Perhaps one of the best recollections for publication remembered early local in The News in the early dentists was Dr. William A. 1960s, recalled Vance in an Vance, whose career here October 26, 1961 column. spanned nearly half a cen­ “Dr. Vance was a busy tury. His tenure was the dentist in those days and he longest of any of his always filled the front teeth predecessors or successors with gold foil. I don’t know in Nashville. how else to say it, nonVance was born at Fair­ professionally, but this is the port, New York, but grew up way he did it: of course the in Michigan. After cavity was first drilled graduating from Hastings properly, then he would pick High School he taught for a up gold foil with the tweezers while at a rural school at and hammer it in with a little Kalamo. silver-plated mallet, then In 1903 Vance was reach down and get another graduated from the School of foil and hammer that in Dentistry at the University likewise. Then again and Dr. WiJIiam A. Vance, who came to Nashville fresh out of dental school in 1903, became the village's longest practicing dentist. He retired after 47 years service. Both of his sons also became dentists and established practices elsewhere. Vance was born in New York state but grew up in Michigan. He graduated from Hastings High School; studied dentistry after a brief teaching career. For over 40 years Vance's offices were in the Gribbin Block. (Photo by Gladys Miller Richardson) again and again. “There seemed no end to it and the amazing part of it was, where did all those foils go to? It seemed like he would certainly run out of gold. But he never did and when the job was done the filling was in there to stay for good. It would never come out — or at least mine never did.” Vance and his wife, Lillie, purchased the home at 310 Middle Street and lived there many years. Both of their sons, Alton and Merle, followed in their father’s footsteps, becoming dentists elsewhere after graduation from the U. of M. School of Dentistry. Dr. William Vance con­ tinued to practice here until his retirement in 1950. That year Dr. Neil McLaughlin, who had practiced dentistry in Vermontville since 1933, opened a newly built office on Reed Street in Nashville to serve residents of both communities. Prior to that time, his practice had been in quarters adjoining the office used by his father. Vermontville physician Dr. C.L.D. McLaughlin. Neil, a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry with the Class of 1933, decided in 1949 to build a new office that had “many features that seemed desirable from his own and his patients’ standpoint,” reported The News on January 26, 1950. “His decision to locate the office in Nashville doesn’t seem at all odd when one learns that his practice in­ cludes many patients in Nashville as well as Ver­ montville... By locating on Reed Street, he is in a spot not too far from residents of either town. And he now is equipped to give dental service in quarters un­ surpassed even in large metropolitan areas.” In 1959 Dr. Morris D. Brown bought McLaughlin’s office and practiced there for the next 19 years. In 1978 a pair of dentists bought the office from Brown, but operated it only five months before selling out to Dr. Hugh Overholt, who currently practices there, serving the entire Maple Valley area as did McLaughlin and Brown. Dentistry has advanced considerably in the century since the days of “home dentistry” were illustrated in this early November 1885 item from The Nashville News: “They say a Ver­ montville girl recently had a toothache, and to remove the aching molar tied a string to it, hitched the other end of the string to a doorknob and fell down the cellar, the ‘operation’ proving suc­ cessful.” A century ago Nashville dentist Dr. A. H. Winn suc­ cessfully performed a molar transplant on his brother, the third such operation in his dental career. Identity of the dentist at work in this undated photo is unknown, but the picture came from the collection of the late Len W. Feighner, longtime Nashville News publisher, so may very well be a local scene. Dental parlors" often were incorporated in the practitioner's home. Lady in foreground may be a waiting patient or the dentist s wife. Dentistry became a profession in 1840; before then barbers performed dental work while dentures were made by jewelers or other crafts­ men. COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • F'/« " pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 7260377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 5 Castleton Township 4-H Club plants trees in area by Shelly Sulser Matthew DePreist and Tracy Hughes of the Thornapple River Rats 4-H club gets ready to plant a sapling. Obituaries Zellmah Breeden CLEARWATER, FLA. Mrs. Zellmah Breeden of Clearwater, formerly of Nashville, died April 6, 1986 in Clearwater. She was the daughter of Herbert and Rosetta Hart of Nashville and was a graduate of Nash­ ville High School. She was married to Clair Breeden who proceded her in death in November, 1984. She was employed by Michigan National Bank for several, years. Mrs. Breeden is survived by one nephew, Herbert Tarbell of Fountain, MI; one niece, Yuledean Newton of Berkley; and several great nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed as she was loved dearly by everyone who knew her. Thomas A. Powers NASHVILLE Mr. Thomas A. Powers, 76, of 518 N. State St., Nashville, died Monday, April 29, 1985, at Barry County Medical Care Facility. Arrangements pending at Wren Funeral Home in Nashville. Ellen Shapley NASHVILLE - Mrs. Ellen Shapley, 73, of 5653 Barryville Rd., Nashville, died Sunday, April 28, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. She was born June 10, 1911 at Walton Twp., Eaton County, the daughter of Lewis and Leila (Rolfe) Day. She was raised in Eaton County and attended schools there, graduating in 1929 from Olivet High School. She married Marcus Ceramic Classes □ Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings ... 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. □ Tuesday and Wednesday ... Daytime A new Castleton township 4-H club, the Thornapple River Rats, contributed their time Saturday to help preserve seven acres of dry land. The club, led by Sharon DePriest, volunteered to plant the 2,000 Carolina Hybrid Poplars and Red Pine saplings, purchased from. the Barry Soil and Water Conservation District by the township. Ken DePriest of the Soil Conservation Service said the land was being overtaken by erosion. A sand dune in the area, located about five miles west of Nashville off M-79, is scattering sand over the ground. DePriest said the trees will help correct the problem by slowing the wind, while the roots will help to tie the soil together. Shapley on Oct. 16, 1930. They were longtime farmers in Barry County, living at their present farm home since 1948. She attended Kalamo United Methodist Church. Mrs. Shapley is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Richard (Joan) Spitzer of Ver­ montville; two sons, Robert G. Shapley, Sr. of Lake Odessa and James R. Shapley of Middleville; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; four brothers, Merlyn Day of Charlotte, Lester Day of Olivet, L. J. Day of Mason, and Harold Day of Battle Creek; and four sisters, Mary Murray of Battle Creek, Genevieve Crozier of Charlotte, Edith Tuttle of Howard City, and Alice Williams of Charlotte. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marcus, on Oct. 19, 1980; a son, Donald Shapley, in 1983; and brothers, Ralph and Delmer Day. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at Vogt Chapel - Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville, with the Rev. William Schoettle and the Rev. David Johnston officiating. Burial will be in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Kerron DePriest and Heather Hughes plant one of 2,000 trees planted Saturday in Castleton township. Mercy Hospital, Grayling. He was born in Nashville on Jan. 17, 1915, the son of Laurence and Gertrude (Lennon) Maurer. He had lived in Crawford County since 1935. He married the former Pauline E. Cherven on Oct. 28, 1939 in Roscommon. He was a self-employed farmer and also was em­ ployed at Mercy Hospital in the maintenance depart­ ment. He also worked for Stephan Wood Products and served for six years as a Crawford County Com­ missioner. He was a member of St. Mary’s Church, Grayling. Mr. Maurer is survived by his wife, Pauline; three sons, Anthony L. Maurer of Simi Valley, Calif., Terry A. Maurer of Ann Arbor, and Louis G. Maurer of Grayling; three grand­ children; four sisters, Ruth O’Mara of Lake Odessa, Bernice Frith of Nashville, Annetta Figg of Mulliken, and Louise Stockham of Hastings; and five brothers, Edward of San Francisco, Calif., Lenny of Maryville, Tenn., Francis of Hastings, Patrick of Lake Odessa, and Joseph of Livonia. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dale; and a sister, Mary Rose. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 27, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Grayling. The Rev. William Rabior officiated. Burial was in Higgins Cemetery, Roscommon. Arrangements were made by Sorenson Funeral Home in Grayling. Mother’s Day - May 12 Give her a Gift Certificate for her hair needs or A nice Blouse, Skirt, etc. from our lovely clothes Classes ... 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Phone ... 726-0531 for Information CERTIFIED TEACHER FOR 10 YRS. • GIFTS MADE TO ORDER C & P CERAMICS Bernard L. Maurer GRAYLING TWP. - Mr. Bernard L. 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The Lions record is - Brian Ainsworth, 56.38; 880 now 5 and 1 overall and 4 and run - Tim Higdon, 2:23.50; 330 low hurdles - Gary Reid, 0 in the league. Robert The Lions host undefeated 42:09; 220 dash Bronson this Wednesday Browne, 25:80; 2 mile run night at 4:30 p.m. Then Dean Hale, 11:43.72; 1 mile travels to Pennfield on relay - Shane Ferrier, Gary Thursday night to take on the Reid, Dan Levering, Brian Ainsworth. Panthers. MV 99, St. Philip 38: 2 mile The results: Carpenter, MV 94, Springfield 43: 2 relay mile realy - Scott Carpenter, Trowbridge, Higdon, Tim Higdon, Rob Levering; pole vault Trowbridge, Dan Levering, Hamilton, 11’; shot put 9:25.54; pole vault- Siple, 42’3”; discus high Hamilton, Ainsworth and Villanueva, 96’9% Bahs all tied; shot put - Mike jump - Ferrier, 5’2”; 100 Siple, 43’1”; discus - Mike dash - Browne, 11.5 meter; Siple, 121’4”; 100 yd. dash - 880 relay - Reid, Levering, M.V. will take part in SMAA Art show in B.C. High schools including Maple Valley that belong to the Southern Michigan Athletic Association will be having a league art exhibit at the Battle Creek Lakeview Square Mall this week. The seven league schools participating in this show are: Olivet, Bronson, Bellevue, Pennfield, St. Philip, Springfield and Maple Valley. The exhibit will open Monday, April 29 and will close Sunday, May 5. Student artwork from the above schools will be on display from one end of the mall (Sears) to the other (Hud- son’s). Maple Valley will be taking several drawings, paintings, sculptures and photographs. The 50 pieces of art will be hung late Sunday night after the mall closes to the public. Presentation being an important element in exhibiting, work, students took great care in the matting and framing of their work. “Support your hometown artists — visit the mall this week,” said Marianne Martin, Maple Valley art teacher. Benit, Browne, 1:38.40; 1 mile - Dean Hale, 4:50.08; 440 relay Reid, Levering, Benit, Browne, 46:1; 440 dash - Ainsworth, 54:3; 330 low hurdles - Reid, 40.7; 220 dash - Browne, 24.1; 2 mile Hale, 10:33.9; 1 mile relay Ferrier, Reid, Levering, Ainsworth, 3:46.4. MV 87%, Portland 49%: 2 mile relay - Carpenter, Higdon, Trowbridge, Levering, 9:22.01; pole vault - Ainsworth, 11’6”; shot put - Maple Valley Jayvees drop one of two games The Maple Valley JV baseball team lost a tough game to Bronson by a 3 to 2 score. The Bronson pitchers struck out 17 Lion batters in the game. The Lions managed 6 hits in the game. Getting hits for Maple Valley were Brian Sleeper, 2; Matt McClelland, Tai Gearhart, Adam Brumm and Bill Brenton. Scot Lenz pitched six and one-third innings, giving up 5 hits, 3 runs, 1 earned run, walked 3, struck out 8 bat­ ters. Adam Brumm pitched two-thirds of an inning and struck out the 2 batters he 4TH GRADE All A’s - Aaron Smith. B Average - Lentz Beer aft, Kyle Booher, Matt Bowen, Steve Hopkins, Julie Huckendubler, Grant You're invited to the ... Maple Valley Alumni Assoc. — ANNUAL — MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 11090 Nashville Highway, Nashville, Ml Saturday, May 25, 1985 Family Style Banquet of Ham & Chicken.../!// the Trimmings The school will be open at 5:00 p.m. for persons wishing to visit and reminisce. Coffee and punch will be available also before the dinner hour at 7:00 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. Due to a large mailing list, invitations are mailed to those who attended the previous year, and those on each five year basis, starting with the 1985 class, in other words this year y invitations go g to Classes ‘65,, ‘60,, ‘55,, ‘50,, ‘45.. Reservations for yourself and guests may be sent to the treasurer not later than May 25,1985. The meal will be *6.00 per person and dues for the alumni are *1.00. (For the current year only). Reservations should be made payable to the treasurer and mailed to: Larry Filter, Treasurer, 209 Francis Street, Nashville MI 49073 or telephone 517-852-1878. You may pick up your tickets at the door the night of the banquet. Whether you plan to attend or not, please complete the enclosed form with your dues and return to the treasurer so we can keep your address up to date. If you know of any marriages or deaths in the past year or any of your classmates, please note the same on the back of the form. Also, be sure to write your school and class year on the form when you return if. Thank you for your help and we hope to see you at the banquet. CLIP AND RETURN Spouse’s School Spouses Name Vermontville Maple Valley Class of Last Nashville Malden Maple Valley Class of -Street/Route y Please hold faced. In the St. Philip game, the Lion hitters had 12 hits and 10 walks. Batting runs in for the Lions were Adam Brumm, 3; Bill Brenton, 2; Tai Gearhart, 2; Dan Murphy, 2; and Scott Lenz, 1. Scott Lenz picked up a victory in relief pitching four and one-third innings, 1 hit, 1 earned run, 1 walk and 7 strike outs. Leading the Lion defense were Tai Gearhart, Matt McClelland, and Brock DeGroot. The JV record is now 4 wins and 1 loss. Sports Lion softball team splits four games The Maple Valley varsity softball team defeated Springfield in a short four inning game, 7-2. The Lions jumped off to a 5-1 lead in the first inning when they batted around hammering out five hits, combined with two walks, to surprise the Rams. Duska and Diona Morawski got the big hits, earning two RBIs apiece. Carol Lamie picked up the win in a very strange game indeed. On Thursday the Lions dropped a very hard loss to Bronson at Bronson. The team played very well for six innings, coming back to the game 4-4 in the third inning. A mental error on the base paths and a physical error on the field cost the Lions the go ahead run in the fifth and allowed the winning run to score in the sixth. Debbie Corkins had two hits for the Lions and even though Carol Lamie took the loss, she pitched the best game of her Maplewood honor roll announced Alumni Time 1985 Circle School Vermontville Nashville First Name ------------------------- Maiden Siple, 42’9% ”; high hump Ferrier, 5’6”; 100 dash Browne, 10.90; 880 relay Reid, Levering, Benit, Browne, 1:42.9; 1 mile Hale, 4:59.4; 440 relay - Reid, Levering, Benit, Browne; 440 dash - Ainsworth, 56.42; 330 low hurdles - Reid, 44.64; 220 dash - Browne, 25.87 ; 2 mile - Hale, 11:20.69; 1 mile relay Ferrier, Reid, Levering, Ainsworth, 3:59.96. --—------- reservations for me at $6 each. Enclosed total $ Make checks payable to ... LARRY FILTER, TREASURER --I am not attending this year. Simpson, Susan Simpson, Swartz, Niel Williams. Mark Trowbridge, Jason B Average - Scott Casteele, Epler, Lori Keedy. Dana Cole, Debbie Hallock, 5TH GRADE Kirk MacKenzie, Angela All A’s - Tricia Gibson, Shook, Andy True, Tina Mickey Collier, Jeremy Abbot, Robin Aiken, Becky Sampson, Leigh Stine, Chris Carroll, Dan Franks, Brent Musser, Dawn Root, Darrel Haag, Travis Hokanson, Jeff Stine, Jacob Williams. -Laverty, Angie Madison, B Average - Steven Ain­ Tonia Murine, Terry Platte, sworth, Michelle Baker, Amy Rasey, Bill Jack Jason Byington, Shelly Cobb, Reynolds, Nikki Wood, Dana Rebecca Jensen, David Adkins, Beth Ewing, Mike Lingholm, Jami Mishler, Gusey, Steve Hallock, Matt Matt Nehmer, Aaron Heinze, Jason Hoefler, Patrick, Kirk Warner, Matt Debra Joostberns, Tracy Gates, Jeff Knoll, Dayton Kill, Helena Lehman, Walker, Jason Carpenter, Nathan Lindsey, Mike Maria Conklin, Connie Martin, Kayli Orman, Dawn Dickinson, Kelly Endsley, Othmer, Polly Sayles, Sarah Brice Hasselback, Vicky Simpson, Tara Smith. Koch, Dianna Mahoney, Jeremy Reynolds, Vikki Slocum. 6TH GRADE All A’s - Derek Brown, Jody Olmstead, Andrea Ward, Tina Yost, Jenny 4-H shooting sports meet set The regular county-wide 4­ H shooting sports meet will be held Saturday, May 4. Firearms will meet from 10 a.m.- noon and Archery from 1-3 p.m. outside of the 4-H building, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Be a sharpshooter and don’t miss out on the ex­ citement! Be ready to compete in the August 3 and the state tournament to be August 21. M.V. softball league to hold meeting May 6 Maple Valley womens softball league will hold a meeting on Saturday, May 4 at 2 p.m. behind stores in Nashville. Any girls wishing to get on a team please come, will find you a team or put one together. New teams welcome for more in­ formation call 852-1742 ask for Sandy. career, giving lip only six hits and one walk. On Tuesday, the team blasted St. Philip 16-5 in six innings. Debbie Corkins, Duska Morawski, and Dawn Morawski had three hits apiece. Carol Lamie, Beth Starring and Donna Ashcraft had two hits apiece. Ann Rogers made an outstanding shoestring catch in the outfield in the fifth inning to snuff out a late inning rally. Donna Ashcraft picked up the win for Maple Valley. On Thursday, the varsity softball team lost a heart­ breaker to Bellevue 6-8. The Broncos opened up the game in the fifth inning when they scored three runs on a close call at first base. The Lions came back in the top of the seventh by scoring four runs, but two good plays by the rightfielder and a snag by the shortstop halted a great comeback. Carol Lamie allowed only seven hits to the Lions’ ten hits in taking the loss. Duska Morawski, Carol Lamie, and Donna Ashcraft all had two hits apiece. Judy Knoll also had two hits and extended her great ability to get on base as a lead off hitter. Duska Morawski also kept her very consistant fielding as shortshop intact. The team record stands at 5-4. Mens softball league to meet All teams interested in playing in the Maple Valley mens softball league must attend a May 6 meeting at 7:00 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. Sponsors fees MUST be paid that night and at least one representative must be present at the meeting. For more information call 852-9642 or 726-1310. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 7 Carmen Tobias to attend European music camp * *»,, Sb 1 %!S Jj* Jlie l SJu*4i Jj S "•«?& Sj* ?& x<X5N iijh *sis •*S»J »J •■1.^4 .£■j* L®M S1** 4* Wk ^kUh ®’Vs Carmen Tobias of Nash­ ville, a student at Maple Valley High School, has been selected to attend a unique music camp in Europe this summer, it was announced recently. Carmen, who plays the baritone, is one of 120 American and Canadian high school students who will attend Blue Lake in Bavaria in July and August. They will participate in the only music camp of its kind. This marks the fifth year that Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp, one of the largest summer arts camps in the U.S., has operated a satellite camp in southern Germany. Founded in 1966, Blue Lake is located in the Manistee National Forest in western Michigan about 15 miles north of Muskegon. About 4,000 young people from Michigan and five other states attend Blue Lake’s summer camps each summer. Blue Lake in Bavaria is an extension of Blue Lake’s International Exchange Program which began in 1970. Since then, nearly 4,000 American high school musicians and singers have visited Europe and 5,500 European musicians, singers and dancers have visited the U.S. Blue Lake in Bavaria is located in southern Germany southwest of Munich near the village of Oberam­ mergau which is in the X£Wta County extension marks 60th year i'®W!a SESiffl: fcktak SHiJjiB ia He ’ijute: Ma htj WHW b Ju ISJKJ! jjg? yp Italics itata **P" tMiwa n— t* FfBf.fi &Rf» Family Ha r Styles By... Irene's Beauty Shop ’erriW^' “The success of Blue Lake in Bavaria may be attributed to many things,” Mrs. Gretchen Stansell, director of Blue Lake’s International Exchange Program, said. “One important factor is that American symphonic and jazz bands have a tremendous appeal to European wind and per­ cussion musicians. Europeans also like American music and large audiences turn out for concerts performed by the students from the unique European music camp.” Mrs. Stansell said European students from Austria, Belgium, Denmark, foothills of the Alps Moun­ France, West Germany, tain Range which stretches Luxembourg, Liechstenacross southern Europe. It is stein, the Netherlands, one of the most scenic areas Norway, Sweden and in Europe. Switzerland are expected to Carmen, who is the son of participate in both sessions Mr. and Mrs. Carl Tobias, of Blue Lake in Bavaria this Sr., will attend Session I-II of summer. two sessions to be held this The faculty at Blue Lake in summer. Following 10 days Bavaria will consist of ex­ of intensive rehearsals, the perienced American music 100 American and European educators led by Dr. James musicians will present eight Niblock of Michigan State concerts during a two-week University, who will serve as goodwill tour of three camp director. Other European countries. members of the faculty will While on tour, members of include Keith Hudson of the Blue Lake in Bavaria Greenville, Bruce Early of Symphonic Bands will live Grand Rapids, Seymour with European families in Okun of Warren, and Ron each community they visit, Newman of Lansing. All giving them an opportunity faculty and counselors have to become acquainted with been members of the Blue the people in each country Lake Fine Arts Camp and become aware of their summer conducting faculty way of life. and counseling staff. 852-9107 This year at the annual Spring Event, the Michigan Association of Extension Homemakers will be celebrating their 60th year in Eaton County. The event is planned for Wednesday, May 8, and coincides with the State Homemaker’s Week celebration. The educational part of the day’s program will include a demonstration on “New Kitchen Gadgetry” from Kitchen Koilections of Eaton Rapids and “Workshops On the Move.” Three different workshops have been planned to include china painting, knitting, machine garments and wool making -­ from sheep to sweater. The Spring Event will also be a time to honor the out­ standing Eaton County Extension Homemaker volunteers and install the 1986 Extension Homemaker Council officers. The program will be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte. A catered lun­ cheon will be served at $4.25 per person. You must register for Spring Event by May 1, by sending your check to Anna Mae Conley, 1649 E. Clinton Trail, Charlotte, MI 48813. Free babysitting will be provided - please indicate if needed when you register. COA MENU AND EVENTS Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging, Monday through Friday, at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings, and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; and Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagle’s Club .< in Woodland. To make a meal reservation, call 948-8062 before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in advance. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, crafts, games and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what he or she can afford. Please join us for the following meals and programs. May 1 - Veal cutlet in broth, corn O’Brien, stewed Right to Life encourages attendance The Maple Valley Right to Life is encouraging residents of Nashville and it’s surrounding area to make a special effort to attend this months meeting to be held Tuesday, April 30 at7 p.m. at the Community Building on Main St. Election of new officers for the ’85-’86 term will take place. Also details of the Mother’s Day Rose Sale will be discussed. Bonnie Roush, present chapter president will share and record on. upcoming events, legislative news, etc. Come and involve, make your vote count, let’s stand together to preserve the sanctioning of life. tomatoes, fresh fruit. Hastings: Sing-along with Fern. Delton: Rev. Howell. Woodland: Rick Gretzinger on food stamps. May 2 - Swedish meatballs on noodles, tossed salad, squash, peach slices. Hastings and Nashville: Bingo. Delton: Rick Gretzinger on food stamps. May 3 Sloppy Joes, cheese, vegetable soup, potato salad, fruit cocktail. Nashville: quilting bee. May 6 - Baked chicken, yams with marshmallows, Brussels sprouts, fresh fruit. Hastings: Social Security meets and Lansing Gilbert will show “Hawaiian Medley” slides. May 7 - Macaroni, beef and tomato casserole, tossed salad, Scandanavian blend vegetables, pears. Hastings: Diane Spaulding, “Coping With Stress”. Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, Barry County Transit is standing by. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Saturday, May 4 - 4-H Shooting Sports Meet - 10-12 noon, firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club; 1-3 p.m., archery meet, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Saturday, May 4 - Food and Fitness Day, Lakewood School. Monday, May 6 - 7 p.m., 4-H Senior Open House, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Monday, May 6-7:30 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Challenge Club, 4-H Bldg., auditorium, fairgrounds. Monday, May 6-8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, May 7 - 9:30 a.m., MAEH Council, Cooperative Extension office. Wednesday, May 8-9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., MAEH “Spring Event”, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Thursday, May 9-7:30 p.m., Eaton County Teen meeting, 4­ H Bldg., fairgrounds. Thursday, May 9 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Thursday, May 9-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Judging Clinic, Hans Langmaack Farm, 1361 W. Gresham Hwy., Charlotte. May 11-17 - Eaton County Clean-up Week. Tuesday, May 14 - 7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club meeting, Barry Madry’s, 4800 S. Ionia Rd., Bellevue. Tuesday, May 14 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association. Mtg., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, May 15 - 7 p.m., Colorado Exchange meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Friday, May 17 - 8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Hans Langmaack Farm, 1361 W. Gresham Hwy., Charlotte. Saturday, May 18 - “Getting to Know You-th Day”, Fit­ zgerald Park, Grand Ledge. Monday, May 20 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, fair office, fairgrounds. Wednesday, May 23 - “Spring Tour” - Jackson area, spon­ sored by MAEH. Tuesday, May 28 - 6:30 p.m., 4-H Dog Clinic, 4-H Bldg., Charlotte Fairgrounds. Thursday, May 30 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Exploration Day Orien­ tation, 4-H Bldg., Charlotte Fairgrounds. SALE STARTS NOW. 10 OAYS GIANT Discount Days Come in for all the... GREAT SAVINGS!! UUIJ.0I* VIDEO SHOWCASE Over 100 VHS titles to choose from including ... Altered States, The Blues Brothers, The Dark Crystal, Eddie>Murphy Delerious, Pink Panther, An Officer and a Gentleman ... many, many more. If you did not receive a flyer Pick one up in the store! Limited Supply on Some Items HURRY IN OPEN 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. MONDAY thru SATURDAY MEMBERSHIP is ... s25.00/YEAR 24 Hrs., Non-memberss400 24 Hrs. Members s300 John Mater, Manager Extra Day, Non-members150 Extra Day, Member . .s125 Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St,, Nashville SALE STARTS HOW ... PH. 852-0845 10 DAYS �Th* MopLe Volley Newi No*hv>lle Tue*doy April X) > V85 Poge 8 GEARHARTS MAPLE VALLEY FARM! This is one of the two syrup booths of festival grand marshall Fern Gearhart that did good business during Even Minnie Mouse mode an appearance in Vermontville over the the weekend. weekend. Four-H members and their animals participated in the annual parade event. The Vermontville Mole Syrup Festival, held last weekend, drew one of the largest crowds ever with its There was a lot of interest at Elaine Schroder's arts and craft display. The Bellevue woman (left) was one of many exhibitors which packed Maplewood School during the festival. many attractions, as this view from the ferris wheel shows. A, is a might bit young to remember the now classic vehicle, many of which graced the Vermontville Syrup Festival Parade Saturday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 9 Fun festivities, great weather draw crowds to Vermontville Fest The weatherman smiled on Vermontville as crowds of visitors flocked into the village to participate in activities at the annual Maple Syrup Festival last weekend. “The whole weekend was a highlight, Stanley gg, ” said sa aney Trumble, president of the Vermontville Syrup Cor­ poration. “We had gorgeous weather and it was an ex­ ceptional weekend.” Mostly sunny weather and temperatures hovering around the 65-degree mark graced the festivities which ranged from pancake eating contests to a big parade. “We had more people for all three-days than we.’ve ever had before,” said Trumble. However, he said, a crowd estimate, in terms of numbers was not made, because of the difficulty in trying to tabulate the people who flocked into the village from every direction. Trumble said the local band boosters served pan­ cake meals to 4,000 persons and that the carnival had its best ever Friday night turnout. “Almost everyone I talked to did well. Some producers don’t have much (syrup products) left and others still have some. ‘‘The weather couldn’t have been better. It was not too hot or too cool,” he said. ‘‘Everything clicked pretty well...and went very smoothly. The arts and crafts show was very busy. The whole building was filled with exhibitors.” In the children’s parade the winners were Stacey Jonessa and Cassy Ham­ monds, first place; Holly Byrd, second; Krysty and Katie Krive, third; Chuck and Dawn Brand, fourth; and Cassie Hankins, fifth. Four-month-old Nathaniel Racine, Charlotte's 1985 New Year's Baby, had a good view of festival festivi­ ties, thanks to his father, Paul. Lots of good fiddlin' could be heard at an outdoor festival concert, behind the museum, presented by the Michigan Fiddlers Assoc, including this Eaton Rapids man who played songs he had learned from his father. State Representative Ernest Nash presents a reso­ lution by the state house of representatives to Fern Gearhart, making her the honored citizen of the Maple Syrup Festival. Vicky Lawrence, 4, of Bellevue, gets advise from "Whitey" the clown on how to have fun at the festival. These pint-size twirlers were part of Saturday's grand parade. Congressman Howard Wolpe presents roses, on be­ half of the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce, to Syrup Queen Polly Cook. The Vermontville Syrup Festival provided fun and enjoyment for all. Stacey Jonessa and Cassy Hammonds captured the first prize QVvard in the children's parade. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 10 School board to receive results of two studies The Maple Valley School Board will receive recom­ mendations from two studies aimed at helping it plan the future of education for the children and youth of Ver­ montville and Nashville at a meeting to be held on May 9. The school board, citizens, educators from the Michigan Department of Education and neighboring school districts, and Superintendent Carroll Wolff have been working for several months to collect and analyze data. The Maple Valley School Board urges interested citizens to attend the special meeting which will be held at 7 p.m. in the Junior-Senior High School, 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville. Maple Valley serves portions of both Eaton and Barry counties and includes the communities of Ver­ montville and Nashville. The Maple Valley School Board initiated this twophase study last November after several unsuccessful attempts to increase school millage for the purpose of improving education. The school board invited Assistant State Superintenent of Public Instruction David L. Donovan to attend a meeting and discuss with them how to proceed in order to assure that children in Maple Valley receive a good education. • Donovan made three recommendations. They were to conduct a survey of the community to determine the community’s attitudes and opinions; conduct a study of the current educational programs; and make visitations to other schools to review their programs and operations. The May 9 meeting will report the results of the first two activities. As the first activity a community survey of over 300 randomlyselected citizens was con­ ducted. The survey sought to determine the importance of education to the citizens, their opinions of the schools and what they thought should be done to improve the schools. The second activity was to form a committee of educators from neighboring districts, the Eaton In- termediate School District and the Michigan Depart­ ment of Education to review the educational program and formulate recommendations. The studies were organized and con­ ducted by the Michigan Department of Education in cooperation with the Eaton Intermediate School District. The reports will be presented to the board by David Donovan; Kathy Feaster, who conducted the community survey; Lee Gerard, who directed the school curriculum study, and Christine MacGregor representing Eaton In­ termediate School District The results of these two studies will help the school board to establish goals and objectives for the schools and to develop to meet those goals and objectives. Food and Fitness Day May 4 The third annual Food and Fitness Day sponsored by the Nutrition Council of Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties, will be held Saturday, May 4, at Lakewood High School (located two miles East of Lake Odessa on M-50). The morning event will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. and offers eight different educational sessions that cover such topics as nutritious snacks for children, osteoporosis, basic facts on Arthritis, stretchers NECESITAMOS MASDE SUTIPO. for older folks, weight reduction, easy low calorie foods from the microwave and food claims. “Fit Fitness Into Your Future” is the topic of the keynote address by Bethany Theide, Health Program Director of Battle Creek Y Center. Between sessions, visit the numerous exhibits, enjoy a nutritious snack, have your blood pressure checked, win a door prize and a special service will be available for diabetics wishing to learn how to monitor their blood sugar levels. ‘‘Practical and motivating,” “good information,” ““aa great program and such a low cost,” were just a few FmHA authorizes additional time to speed up loan processing Farmers Home Ad­ ministration has been authorized an additional $30,000 to pay overtime to FmHA personnel to help speed up farm loan processing, according to State Director Calvin C. Lutz. “These funds, which are in addition to our normal overtime allotment, will help us get more operating loan funds into the hands of farmers in time for Spring planting,” Lutz said. “FmHA county super­ visors and their staffs in 40 county offices around the state are working as fast as possible to process loans under the FmHA’s normal farm loan programs as well as handling the more than 2676 .requests for loan reviews under the debt restructuring initiatives. Master Canners sought What is a Master Canner volunteer? A person trained in all forms of food preservation; water bath canning, freezing, pressure canning and drying - who volunteers 10 hours of re­ teaching time to the general public. The program is a hands-on experience starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 9:30 p.m. for four evenings. The Master Canner program will be held at the Eaton Intermediate School Building, 1790 E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte, on Tuesday and Thursday evenings the week ofJune 3-7 and June 10-14, just in time for the canning season. The cost is $25 per person, ACTION-ADS Cualquiera que sea su tipo de sahgre, si usted es donante, es el tipo que este mundo tanto necesita. Por favor done sangre. American Red Cross A Public Service at nis Newspaper 8 The Advertanq Counts remarks from last year’s participants. Join the Food and Fitness Day activities and find out what all the excitement is aboutrCost is $2 per person. Call your local Cooperative Extension Office for a program brochure. Eaton County 543­ 2310 or 372-5594 or Barry 948-8039. FABRIC & CRAFTSALE AT... COUNTRY STITCHES Free monogramming of Gingher shears, quilted calicos one-third off; select calicos $3; flat reed for basketweaving 25 percent off; Viking accessories 25 percent off; Grab-it pinholders $6.99; sewing machine lamps 25 percent off; DMC floss 25 percent off; children’s pints 25 percent off; 12”x20” hoops $4, 3” thru 7” wooden hoops $.65; 8, 10, 12”, $1.19, 14” $1.25; 14” quilting hoop $2.49; stenciling books and stencils 25 percent off; smocking books 25 percent off; lace 3 yds.-$l and much more. May 1 thru May 11. COUNTRY STITCHES 145 S. Main Eaton Rapids 663-2117 SEPTIC TANK CLEAN­ ING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173 (tfn) which entitles each Master Canner to receive a large notebook, including all lecture materials and recipes, a Master Canner apron and certificate. Also, the products that are used in demonstration are for you to take home. There is a limited class size to send your check payable to; Eaton Cooperative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte, MI 48813­ 1497. If you have any questions, call Mona Ellard, Extension Home Economist at 543-2310 or 372-5594. This overtime will help speed up processing of all these loans,” Lutz said. “In addition to the over­ time authorization, we have hired -28 temporary em­ ployees to help FmHA county offices process loans,” Lutz said. We are completing the hiring of another six temporary personnel. The Soil Con­ servation Service, the Ex­ tension Service and the Agricultural Stablization and Conservation Service have offered several of their employees from around the state to help FmHA in county offices. “FmHA county super­ visors are proving their dedication to helping Michigan farmers continue in farming. So far this fiscal year, they have already approved over 767 operating loans. With the cooperation and generous personnel assistance from other Federal agencies, we are confident that we will complete operating loan applications in time for Spring planting,” Lutz said. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 30. 1985 — Page 11 Benedict took the Amtrac from Battle Creek to Chicago to help their son Bruce in Arlington Hts. celebrate his birthday last weekend. His by Ava Kroger son Terry from Troy was also their and Julaine Stillgebour and Rhea from she was confined to a Rockville, Maryland. Festival guests of the wheelchair but still not giving up which isn’t her Benedicts were Mrs. Leroy way. Best wishes for a Wion, Tam, Tara and Tom of N. Manchester, Ind., Mrs. speedy recovery. Jeff Weiler as MC for Sunil Das of Ann Arbor, Friday night’s Amateur Monica Das of Albion, Mrs. Show and Doug Kelsey for Robert Brimmer and Candi the superb job of master of of Charlotte and Mrs. Fred ceremonies Saturday and Adams and children of Sunday deserve a huge vote Horton. Several of the of thanks. Also the various children and Cherry had heads of committees and guests with them. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed many more too numerous to mention who put in hours of took Mrs. Frances Olson to preparation for this annual Dr. Vito’s in Lansing on Monday to have a smaller event. Mrs. Polly Zemke remains cast on her broken wrist The Women’s Club hold very ill at Leila Post their last meeting next Hospital. Mrs. Esther Satterly was Monday night, May 6, with a transferred to Barry County 7 p.m. potluck supper either Medical Care Facility the at the home of Mary Fisher or the Methodist Church, past week. Sunday p.m. callers of possibly slides of the golden an­ Mrs. Leta Nagle were Mr. Benedicts* and their and Mrs. Arthur Fritz of niversary Grand Ledge and Mr. Pete European trip. Monday, 9:30 a.m., all Haines and a friend from rides down, streets open and Hastings. Mrs. Greta Firster is trucks leaving town with God having some problems with treating us to another perpainful knees and back. fect day. Callers on Saturday were David and Mike Linsea of Middleville, Mr. Dean ACTION-ADS Winnie of Saginaw, Mr. and LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 Mrs,. Jack Martin of Union years experience, very City, Mr. and Mrs. Tom reasonable rates. Honest and McComb of Lansing, Mrs. dependable. 458 S. Main St., Bessie Morganstern and Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Mrs. Mary Facsick of FOR SALE: 1983 Cutlass Shelbyville, and Mrs. Mac Supreme 2 door, in excellent Donald of Lansing. condition with 39,000 miles. Some former residents 517-726-1310 or 517-726-0538. who were in town Saturday were Jim Hildebrand I LIKE TO CLEAN: If you (former VHS principal) don’t please call 726-1039. from Southfield, Mrs. Hazel Reasonable, efficient, Haviland and sister Mrs. reliable. Will travel. (4-30) Catherine Kennedy from CHAIN SAW chains expertly Ypsilanti, Mr. and Mrs. John sharpened and repaired, all and Kay (Whitman) Hicks sizes. Also, new chains, all and granddaughter from sizes. Complete line of Stihl Spring Arbor, Mrs. Millie chain saws, accessories and (Martin) Greeman from service. Nashville Hardware Climax, Rev. and Mrs. and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 Marcius Taber and John N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. from Hillsdale, Mr. and Mrs. (tfn)______ Newell Gingell from Brown WANTED TO BUY: City, Mr. and Mrs. Don Baseball and footballs cards. Packer (former teachers) Paying cash. 948-8168. (5-8) from Monroe and many others I didn’t see. So many people tell me they enjoy coming back to Ver­ montville. Congratulations are in order for Robert Fickes and his lovely bride from In­ dianapolis. A teacher from Pentwater stopped at my door later Saturday remarking about that large Kentucky Coffee tree on my west lawn by the historical marker. He said it measured 10*4’ around the trunk and might be the largest in Michigan. It is extremely tall, is a rare species and has been struck by lightning three times. Quite a few years ago I hired a tree surgeon, a Mr. Mann from Charlotte, to tie some of the upper branches together with a cable to prevent splitting. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Vermontville news hit C1*!?’ i Vllljp testate 5 th» ~ *** wukij t»i Sain iii WWSijj lifitffisii 'Bl**"W| Wi. ■£aafel Msiili al W, italttai wKinqs ta J ig kitaitidi ifefcai atjtliws itejjii: jt kjlwta k iiMtbss ipsjtla ad w W talW । It ftl lli|«P» Eilaiin is® h * Vermontville senior citizens meet Tuesday, May 7, for a noon potluck and bingo at Griswold Room. What a perfect weekend weatherwise for the 45th Maple Syrup Festival. Lots of maple products for sale, oodles of arts and crafts at Maplewood School, and Mrs. Thompson on Main St. Rides for young and old by Crown Amusements, games on the midway, barbecued chicken at the Methodist Church and roast beef dinner at the Congregational Church, petting zoo and pony rides for the youngsters, Lions Club chicken dinners, pancakes, sausage, etc. by Band Boosters at fire barn, Amateur Show Friday night beginning at 1:30 p.m., Children’s Parade at 10:30 a.m. Saturday with Junior Band, Grand Parade at 2 p.m. with Senior M.V. Band. Crowning of 1985 Queen Polly Ann Cook by 1984 Queen Kristie Hosey, presentation of honored citizen Mrs. Fern Gearhart, Scottville Clown Band, Shrine motorcyclists, Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, tours of museum all day Saturday and Sunday p.m. after Union Church service. Sunday p.m. wood chopping, Pancake Derby, egg toss, pig catch with Merle Martin as chairman and much, much more. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves immensely. Saturday noon Holly Hale and an unidentified person cracked heads while jum­ ping on that balloon in the park. Holly suffered some broken front teeth and the boy was taken to emergency room at H.G.B. and required some stitches in his head. So sorry as they were just having fun. Mrs. Hildred Peabody was involved in an accident Thursday evening east of town as she was driving Doug’s car and was badly shaken up and bruised but luckily no broken bones, so j j feni ifc®’1' MtiOW ■« Un UJ jifflEtai rJUSi GRADUATES When you need p S Sw**X Announcements Name Cards Memory Books Jewelry Party Supplies See Cis! Reminder 1952 N. BROADWAY HASTINGS, MICH Farm accidents often are costly During periods of financial replacement labor, farm strain, farm managers need modifications in response to a permanent disability, or to make an extra effort to lost wages, the total cost of minimize hazards and risks the accident would have that can lead to accidents been even higher. and huge medical bills. In the best conditions, “An accident that prevents these huge expenses could someone from working is costly, especially on a far­ plunge a family into debt. m,” says Roger Betz, Eaton But when a family is already Extension Agricultural under financial pressure, Agent. “The costs of an these costs could lead to accident to a family member bankruptcy, Betz says. To avoid this situation, all in care and lost work could push a family over the possible measures should be financial breaking point, taken to reduce farm especially if the one injured is the primary operator,” he says. Accidents are more likely Clean up activities will be to occur when people are coordinated by the Eaton under stress, because they County Extension office with tend to be distracted by their the Road Commission fur­ problems and not con­ nishing plastic bags and pick centrating on what they are up service to any service working on at the moment. group, 4-H club, FFA Costs due to accidents can chapter or youth group that add up quickly, Betz adds. In participates in the program. one case, a 12-year-old boy At the recently held Maple lost an arm in a piece of farm Valley FFA monthly machinery. The resulting meeting Troy Thompson costs for the hospital stay, brought this project to the surgery, rehabilitation and attention of the chapter as a other incidents totaled community service project. $143,559 one year later. A sign up sheet was made If the accident had necessitated hiring hazards and risks. Make sure every family member and hired laborer knows and follows all ofthe proper farm safety procedures, and never allow a child to try a job heshe is not ready or able to do. Betz says having family health insurance is man­ datory, no matter how financially strapped the operation is. Health coverage can provide the necessary cushion to keep the farm afloat if an accident should occur. FFA plans clean-up project available for anyone in­ terested in participating. Local FFA plans are tentative for May 17 at 2:30 after school on Nashville Hwy. from Nashville to the school. The Road Commission extends it’s full support and cooperation to the clean up campaign being organized by the County Board of Commissioners and various county departments in Eaton County. This campaign has been set for May 11-17. LIONS SIGHTMOBILE FREE pre-screening will be done in Vermontville by the Vermontville Lions starting Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring the whole family in for free eye screening. The Sightmobile will be located in front of the Congregational Church. This is another project the Vermontville Lions do for the community. WHY SETTLE FOR RE-RUNS THIS SUMMER? You can have a choice of programs with a... 10 Ft. Prodelin Antenna with M/A Com T-l Receiver. WHAT THE SYSTEM WILL DO: Receives up to 120 channels of satellite television. Movies, sporting events, news, religious and cultural programming, other TV stations and much more! ; Financing Available No Money Down to Qualified Buyers State of th Invest in the Best! IaJf'JsP"«^iae*l ePKriicte$s * Competitive Prices * Full Warranty af P«ial Pri af s sP«ial Prices for We now cany “Orbit Satellite TV Guides” — Stop and pick one up. Automation Simplified x X INSTALLATION • SALES • SERVICE “The only authorized Ma-Com dealer in Barry County _, _ __ Phone 945-3517 • $<, $< OPEN: Mon.-Thurs., 9:30-5:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:30-9 p.m.; Sot., 9-5 p.m. Visit our facilities... South on M-37 (S. Bedford Rd.), next to MC Supply and Tick Tock Restaurant �The Mople Valley News Nashville Tuesday April 30. 1985 — Page 12 Minutes of Reguar Hearing HELD APRIL 11,1985 Village OF NASHVILLE The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held April 11, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. All Present. Tobias, Furlong, Harvey, Frith, Chaffee and Kent. The minutes of the last regular were read and approved. Correspondence from D.N.R. and Miss Dig were read by the Clerk. Motion by Tobias, supported by Frith the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All Ayes. Motion Carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell......... .37.43 Consumers Power (Office) ............. 145.37 Consumers Power (Street Lights) 1,180.40 CBI Copy Products . .. 377.50 Mace Pharmacy..... .... 3.78 Big Georges Party Store ........ 25.00 Michigan Municipal League ......... 532.00 Country Town Floral ... - 34.84 Maple Valley News s. 83.91 Clary, Nontz, Wood, Hoff ius.......... 75.3 Jackson National 512.00 Blue Cross/Blue Shield. 626.34 Barry County Clerks 5.00 GARAGE AND EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell...... . 26.90 Consumers Power 362.61 Arrow Overall Supply... 10.30 Nashville Auto and Farm Supply...... 159.26 Nashville Hardware ..... 48.80 Snow and Son Locksmiths ........ .. 3.50 Hometown Lumbe .17.18 Municipal Supply... 39.10 Powers Shell.......... ..50.00 Maple Valley Implement 99.64 Root Spring Scraper Co. . 79.88 Purity Cylinder.......... ... 2.95 Kent Oil Co................ 435.23 Carl's Supermarket... .35.92 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell........... Mace Pharmacy........ Clary, Nantz, Wood 43.30 . 7.20 and Hoff ius... . 75.34 Jackson National 275.20 Blue Cross/Blue Shield. 322.16 Nashville Hardware ...... 90 Kent Oil Co.............. .483.32 Carl's Supermarket. .. 9.69 Michigan Ratti Uniforms. 66.50 General Electric............. 13.20 13.20 WATER AND SEWER Michigan Bell (Water)... 13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer).. 101.81 Consumers Power (Water)..................... 471.29 Consumers Powerr (Sewer) ............. 1,119.39 Clary, Nantz, Wood and Hoffius................... 75.34 Arrow Overall Supply... 19.30 Nashville Hardware .2.92 Ervin Rappapout.... .39.95 Mantek ................... 191.68 Chempoce Corp...... 878.87 U.S. Postmaster...... .56.98 Pleasant Telephone Ans. Service ....................... 23.00 Seculate of North America 177.54 Old Kent Bank and Trust776.57 U.S. Fm.H.A............ 27,000.00 STREET DEPARTMENT Maple Valley Concrete.. 33.00 Asplundh Tree Experts.................. 2,196.00 Bidall....................... 874.31 Rieth-Riley Const. Co... 119.14 Contractor Publishing Co....................... .50 Hometown Lumbe .2.90 Nashville Hardware 13.26 Municipal Supply 215.52 Leon Frith, Supt. of D.P.W. gave the Department of Public Works report for the month of March, 1985. Tom Taylor, Zoning Administrator gave the Zoning report for the month of March, 1985. Sgt. Gene Koetje gave the Police Report for the month of March, 1985. Spring Clean up discussed. Referred to D.P.W. committee to bring a recommendation back to the Council. Motion by D. Chaffee, supported by G. Frith to reinvest Sewer Interest and Redemption Certifi­ cates of Deposits in 2 seperate C.D.'s and roll over interest in 3rd C.D. for 1 year at institution paying the greatest interest. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by G. Kent, supported by D. Chaffee to approve the committees as recommended by Pres­ ident Hughes for the 1985-86 fiscal year. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by B. Harvey to participate in Mayor's Exchange Day with Stevens­ ville. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by D. Chaffee to adjourn. Meeting Adjourned at 8:28 p.m. John Hughes, President April 25, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Clerk • NOTICE • There will be a meeting of the Tuesday Night Couples League oh April 30th, 7 p.m. at the club house. Anyone interested in joining the league this season, plan to be there. MULBERRY FORE GOLF COURSE Nashville, Ml. NOTICE Castleton Township Residents The financial statement for Castleton Township's fiscal year ending March 31, 1985 is available for inspection at the Township Hall or by contacting the following Township Officials: Judd Cooley Supervisor 852-9106 Loretto Pixley Treasurer 852-9863 Sharon Bishop Clerk 852-0716 Sharon Bishop Castleton Township Clerk Nashville honors 'Mason of the Year' by Catherine Lucas Lawrence Frith was honored as Nashville Lodge’s “Mason of the Year” at a potluck dinner on Saturday evening, April 20. The dinner was held by Nashville Masonic Lodge No. 255 at their hall in that village. Lawrence was originally a member of the Vermontville Lodge, which merged with the Nashville Lodge a few years ago. He will receive his life membership in 1987. He is a past master of the Vermontville lodge, and he was the secretary there for several years prior to the merger. Speakers at the dinner were John Frith from Bretton Woods in the Detroit area, Clayton Newland who talked about building Masonic character, and John Dull. Nashville Lodge Master Fred Clark presented a framed “Mason of the Year” certificate to Lawrence Frith. Mr. Frith will retire as postmaster at the Ver­ montville Post Office after many years of faithful service on June 3. A large decorated sheet cake was cut and served after the dinner. Special guests at the event were Lawrence Frith’s wife, Marville; Lawrence’s father, Fred Frith of Ver­ montville; Mr. and Mrs. John Frith who is a cousin, and another cousin, George Frith and his wife, Phyllis, of Nashville. A “Mason of the Year” is chosen annually by each Blue Lodge in Michigan, and the names and qualifications of these men are forwarded to a committee to choose a District Mason of the Year. All district Mason of the Year honorees are then considered for the Michigan State Mason of the Year. That award will be given late in the summer by the Michigan Grand Lodge. Nashville Lodge No. 255 Master Fred Clark (left) presented the Mason of the Year Award to Lawrence Frith on April 20 (Photo by Clayton Newland). Seminar on home security scheduled May6 at school A one evening seminar on Home Security - Operation Identification, will be held on Monday, May 6 at 7 p.m. at the Maple Valley high school. Burlary or larceny sooner or later affects most of our residents. Home security is an important consideration in all of our lives. A cost effective approach to protecting ourselves and our protecting will be presented by Sergeant Rick Wahl of the Eaton County Sheriff Dept. Crime Prevention Unit. For further information, call the Community Education office at 852-9275. There is no charge for this seminar. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS May 1 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 3-8 - Great Lakes Recreation Lab, Kettunen Center, Tustin. May 4 - “Food & Fitness Day” - 9:30 a.m.-l:15 p.m., Lakewood High School, two miles east of Lake Odessa on M­ 50. < May 4 - Block & Bridle Show, 8:30 a.m., Livestock Pavilion, MSU, East Lansing. May 7 - 4-H mandatory fair meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. May 8 - 4-H Horse leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 9 - Fair Board meeting, fair office, fairgrounds, Hastings, 8 p.m. May 9-11 - 4-H Dog Care and Training Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. May 11 - Multi-County Style Show, Eastbrook Mall, Grand Rapids. May 15 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7: 30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 20-31 - Pressure gauge checks. Call the Extension office for an appointment. May 22 - “Sodium in Your Diet”, 10 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. June 3-14 - Pressure gauge checks. Call the Extension office for an appointment. June 11 - Commissioner’s Day, Michigan State University, East Lansing. June 17-20 - College Week - MSU. Call the Extension office for a registration form. NOTICE There will be a meeting of both the morning and evening Ladies Leagues on May 2nd at 7 p.m. at the club house. There are openings in both leagues. Anyone interested in joining this season should be there, or call the club house before May 2nd. MULBERRY FORE GOLF COURSE Nashville, Ml. HOUSE APPROVES $70 MILLION AID PACKAGE FOR FARMERS - By a vote of 94-7, the Michigan House of Representatives approved legislation that will provide $70 million in low interest loans to Michigan farmers faced with financial hardship because of low farm prices. The emergency aid package will provide up to $100,000 per farmer. The loans will be processed through banks and other financial institutions and will be made to eligible farmers with the financial institutions responsible for bad loans. SENIOR CITIZEN HIRING INCENTIVES - Legislation H.B. 4589 providing incentives for businesses to hire senior citizens has been introduced in the Michigan House. The bill would allow businesses to apply a credit against their Single Business Tax bill for each person they hire aged 55 or older. SMALL CLAIMS COURT - Legislation H.B. 4594 has been introduced in the Michigan House that would allow anyone with personal liability, property damage insurance coverage to recover up to $1,000 if they file suit in small claims court. Currently, individuals with personal liability, property damage insurance coverage can only collect a maximum of $400 in cases where damages are sought for items not covered by insurance. The bill would give insured auto owners the same right to collect damages in small claims court that other individuals have. AGRICULTURE ASSISTANCE NETWORK The Michigan Department of Agriculture has installed a new toll-free “hotline’’ for Michigan farmers and agribuinessrelated enterprises. The number is 1-800-346-FARM. Department staff members will review callers’ individual needs, identify proper agencies to address those concerns arid put the caller in touch with the proper agency. Calls are taken between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and an answering machine is in operation at all other times. MSHDA BOND SALE ENABLES LOW INTEREST MORTGAGES - The Michigan State Housing Development Authority has completed a $150 million bond sale which will provide funds for low-cost home mortgage loans for 4,000 Michigan families. The 20-year mortgages will be offered to low and middle income families who qualify. The mortgages will carry a 9% percent interest rate, the lowest MSHDA rate since 1980. For more information, contact MSHDA at (517) 373-7956. NEW PRISON CONSTRUCTION COST CEILING SET BY HOUSE - The Michigan House of Representatives has ap­ proved a resolution setting a construction cost limit on three new regional prison facilities. The cost ceiling plan, which has already been approved by the Michigan Senate, places a $36 million ceiling on prisons planned, for Jackson and Lapeer, and $38 million for a new facility in Ionia. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps) GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 13 Eaton County 4-Hers hold annual Style Revue Eighty-two 4-H members from across Eaton County modeled clothing fahions they had made for them­ selves in the 4-H Style Revue held Saturday, April 13. During the day, par­ ticipants were evaulated by six judges on how they presented themselves, and the garments made. This Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday, May 6 Fishwich, tartar sauce, mixed vegetables, pears. Tuesday, May 7 Sloppy Joes, green beans, applesauce. Wednesday, May 8 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes and butter, corn, cherry crisp, bread and butter. Thursday, May 9 . Tostizza, mixed vegetables, peaches. Friday, May 10 Spaghetti, peas, applesauce, roll and butter. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Maplewood School iX;? ’"**«« ■^tSBHfca •-•MjBa-Ss)! s:IfcB3ESf!iiB® "• A BP 18 ® cwiiUUYIeh T.rrx®cz»r • g» CTl*IFWff.lil» lilisiRtasiitt ijcnniWWp1 tmizekk ijBBilaiiiitf1’ jd dsilW1 Monday, May 6 Cheeseburger, Fries, Com, Fruit. Tuesday, May 7 Chicken Noodle Soup, Pickles, Chicken Sdw., Peaches. Wednesday, May 8 Lasagna, Carrot-Celery, Sticks, Rolls and Butter, Mix Fruit. - Thursday, May 9 Pizza, Green Beans, Cookie, Fruit. Friday, May 10 Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Pears, Choc. Cake. Fuller St. School Monday, May 6 Barbecued chicken or chef salad, baked heaps, peaches, butter sandwich. Tuesday, May 7 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, peas, pears, honey sand­ wich. Wednesday, May 8 Pizza, green beans, fruit choice, birthday cake. May birthdays. Thursday, May 9 Sloppy Joes or macaroni, salad, carrots, pickles, chips. Friday, May 10 Spaghetti, tossed salad, peaches, toasted bun. Note: Milk is served with each meal. took place at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. “4-H Flying High in ’85” set the stage for the evening style revue at the Charlotte Jr. High School, complete with bunches of helium balloons, flowers, ceramics, and a park bench. Itgave 4-H members the opportunity to model their garments for the public before awards were presented. Pat Murphy, Olivet, served as chair­ person for the style revue. Deb Gearhart, Mulliken, hosted the evening show as mistress of ceremonies. Susan Joostberns, Executive Director of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, presented the awards. Best of Show plaques and certificates were awarded to Young Sewers - Cheryl Lilly and Anna O’Connell, Gresham Grain Grinders; Tonya Mott and Darlene Rousch, Walton Wonders; Janelle Gearhart and Aimee Peake, Mulliken Seam­ binders; Kim Thompson, Feed Fetchers; Shannan Edgel, Sunfield 4-H. Junior Sewers — Deanne Carpenter and Rachael Greenman, Walton Wonders; Stacy Reitz, Blue Ribbon; Kristen Johns and Roxanne Harring, We-R-A-4-H Club; Wendi Walker, Sunny Crest Riders; and Jodi Hansen, Maurer 4­ H. Senior Sewer- Rhoda Mott, Walton Wonders. Junior Knitter Teresa Todd, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Senior Knitter -­ Kimberly Jourden, Busy Brushes. Receiving Style Revue Awards were: Young Sewers - Amy Hill and Jolene Pennington, Gresham Grain Grinders; Stacey Beckner, Spaulding; Elizabeth Bytwork, Chester Champions; Keri Towsley and Rachel Gibson, We-R-A-4-H Club; Jennifer Green, Maurer 4-H; Krista McGuire,Walton Wonders. Junior Sewers -­ Courtney Ellard and Greta Stough, Maurer, 4-H; Sherry Jonckheere and Diane Scofic, We-R-A-4-H Club; Patricia Tuell, Walton Wonders; Tami Bates, Carol Cole and Angie Cole, all of Mulliken Seambinders; Amy Langmaack, Gresham Grain Grinders. Senior Sewer Lisa Locke, Benton Variety. Honor group ribbons were presented to: Young Sewers —. Michelle Reitz, Blue Ribbon; Becky Powell, Island City Variety; Pamela Blonde, Royston Rockets Qntuijj ir~r~l. n and Ranchers; Jann Stough Pictured left to right are 4-H members selected as Best of Show winners at the and Holly Griffin, Maurer 44-H Style Revue, held April 13: Front Row: Wendy Walker, Shannon Edgel, Mulli-' H; Sonja Rohdy, Jodi Lilly, ken; Tonya Mott, Olivet; Aimee Peake, Mulliken; Darlene Roush, Olivet; Cheryl Autumn Mead, Amber Mead Lilly, Charlotte; Anna O'Connell, Charlotte; Kim Thompson, Vermontville; and and Dawn Root, all of Janelle Gearhart, Mulliken. Second Row: Teresa Todd, Vermontville; Stacy Reitz, Gresham Grain Grinders; Eaton Rapids; Kim Jourden, Charlotte; Roxanne Harrington, Eaton Rapids; Jodi Amy Williams, Mandee Ann Hansen, Charlotte; Kristen Johns, Dimondale; Racheal Greenman, Olivet; and Reist, Benton Variety; Ruth Deanne Carpenter, Olivet. (photo supplied) Marshall, Feed Fetchers; Kathy Fisher and Melanie Serving Our Country Brenner,, Sunfield 4-H; Army Pvt. Richard M. Michelle Buell, Unicorn Stitchers; Christina Campbell II, son of Richard * Priesman, Spaulding; JoAnn M. Campbell of 128 Sterling St., Plainwell, and Marilyn Lilly, Thumbtwiddlers. Junior Sewers - Stacey Roh- K- Anderson of 4353 Hager ■ dy and Jennifer Edwards, Road, Nashville, has com­ pleted basic training at Fort Gresham Grain Grinders; Michelle Panse, We-R-A-4-H Knox, KY„ During the training, Club; Denee Cripe, Lisa Baker, Anissa Locke, all of students received instruction Country Kids; Lachelle in drill and ceremonies, Haigh, Bellevue 4-H Far­ weapons, map reading, mers; Brenda ‘ Harris, tactics, military courtesy, Walton Wonders; Katie Cole, military justice, first aid, 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml Mulliken Mulliken Seambinders; Seambinders; and Army history and Mary Haigh, Chester traditions. HOURS: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday, Champions; Brandie Locke, His wife, Angela, is the Benton Variety; Holly daughter of Richard and Some Evenings by Appt. Huston, Huston, Island IslandCity City Variety; Variety; Ruth Durham of of 7847 Amy Grier, Maurer 4-H. 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Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 30,1985 — Page 14 Tips given on reducing stress During periods of financial strain and spring planting, farm families often ex­ perience emotional stress. “Stress is fast becoming a major concern in the farm community, as financial pressure experienced by farmers in recent years has taken its toll,” says Roger Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent. “There are several methods for coping with stress, but people ex­ periencing stress need to realize what’s happening before they can start dealing with it.” “Reducing stress can be as simple as giving yourself a pep talk,” says Ann Soderman, Michigan State University Extension specialist in family relations. Try to eliminate negative thoughts about the situation causing stress, and concentrate on what can be done to solve the problem. Others find it helpful to imagine a worst-case scenario for the stress­ inducing situation and then plan what to do if the worst should happen. This bolsters the person’s confindence in resolving the problem. Usually people exaggerate the severity of their problems and are relieved when things don’t turn out that bad, Soderman adds. Exercising is a common method of alleviating stress. Just going for a brisk walk can be enough to prompt relaxation. These exercise times also offer a person the chance to think, and many people resolve their problems during these sessions, Soderman says. Helping someone else often relieves stress by taking the person’s mind off of his or her own problems for a while. Soderman cautions people to avoid letting anger and frustration boil inside. People feeling stressed should try to ex­ press their feelings and talk over their problems with friends or family members. People also need to t recognize when they can no longer deal with their stress alone and then seek assistance, Soderman says. At that point, talking to a priest or minister, a coun­ selor or some other person trained in stress management is the best action to take. Many areas also have stress hotlines, which provide guidance in coping with stress anonymously over the phone. “Remember, it is a sign of strength to know that you need help,” Soderman says. 'WCtte TO VISIT OUR BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding . . a day that she will hold dear all through their lives together. We invite you to stop in and start with the finest in . . 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Chewy-moist and full of good nutrition, Sun-Maid Fruit Bits are a colorful mixture of na­ tural and golden seedless rai­ sins, diced dried apricots, peaches and apples. Conve­ niently packaged in 6-ounce foil bags, they're just the right size for cooking, baking or snack­ ing. Stir them into cookie, cake or muffin batter and toss them with fruit salad, stuffings or rice mixtures. Fruit Bits are portable and packable to carry along almost anywhere. Campers, hikers, backpackers, busy parents, ac­ tive toddlers, and harried workers all appreciate their convenience and good flavor. FRUIT BITS GRANOLA CRUNCH 2 cups old-fashioned oats H cup shredded coconut (optional) H cup Diamond Chopped Walnuts 555 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 PHONE 945-9554 (Area Code 616) and Banner - Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Sprinkle Fruit Bits Granola Crunch on your favorite pudding, ice cream or fresh fruit. J4 cup bran cereal J4 cup sesame seeds (optional) teaspoon salt *4 cup honey % cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 6-ounce package Sun-Maid Fruit Bits (1% cups) Combine first six ingredients in large mixing bowl; set aside. In saucepan combine honey and oil. Heat until mixture just begins to bubble and foam. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour honey-oil mixture over oat mixture, stirring to distribute evenly. Spread mixture thinly in 13 x 9-inch ungreased baking pan. Bake at 275° F. for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool. Stir in Fruit Bits. Store in airtight container. Makes about 7 cups. Entry deadline near for Youth Day Eaton County students, groups, clubs and classes in grades K-12 have until May 1 to enter projects and per­ formances in the 1985 “Getting To Know You-th Day.” The sixth annual county-wide Youth Day will be held on May 18 at Fit­ zgerald Park in Grand Ledge. Students may enter projects in any of the following categories: Natural Science, Physical Science, Agriculture, Visual Arts, Crafts, Computer Science and Robotics, Creative Writing, History, Photography, Wearing Apparel and Performing Arts. All entries will be reviewed by judges on May 18 and awards given to various age and category ACTION-ADS SAMPLE BOOKS MAY BE TAKEN OUT OVERNIGHT FOR YOUR SELECTION AT YOUR CONVENIENCE Hastings CCR-29 3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Baby clothes, toys, tools, furniture. Friday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 220 Queen St., Nashville. FOR SALE: 1974 mobile home, 12’x60’, two sets of skirting, $3,500. 703 Gregg St., Nashville. 852-0710. GARAGE SALE: May 1, 2 & 3. Lots of nice men’s, women’s and children’s clothes, baby bed, dresser, GMC car seats, baby swing, console stereo, kitchen table and chairs, couch and lots of other good furniture too numerous to mention. 2652 Ionia Rd., Vermontville at Pete Benton’s. “BUSINESS MAN” - Open steel building dealership. High potential profits available part-time or full­ time in your area. Call 303­ 759-3200, ext. 2407. Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads winners. In addition to the judging of entries, several other activities will take place at Youth Day. Trike races are planned for preschoolers, while elementary and older students can participate in bubble blowing contests, races, and other contests. There will also be a canoe race for anyone age 9 and over. Preregistration by May 1 is required for the canoe race. Learning cen- ters ofinterest to anyone will also be set up throughout the exhibit area. Information and entry forms are available through local schools or any of the following Youth Day sponsors: Eaton Intermediate School District, 543-5500; Eaton County Parks and Recreation, 627­ 7356; and the Cooperative Extension Service 4-H Program, 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, April 30, 1985 — Page 15 K-9 Klub news notes .<. “^iiitii , ■ ®r 1**1 linaiirti “®R hr®j£ ’ra*’- namii srK« Ar W k tn»! pn ta; RS rffisaist mas ifrOtfe ■ not hateii ■els li. liitap’ ss®i k EM* Mt ® ^E*T1 PltuMId pH 0 llfi The Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub has added a new dimension to its training and performing aspects, with the installation of a drill team, headed by 4-H leader Shelly Sulser and assistant Sara Thompson, a third year 4-H member. The team, in its second year, has expanded to in­ clude beginning 4-Hers working in their second year and above. With that ad­ dition, the team has divided to form two separate teams, beginning and advanced. The drill team members and their dogs combine to perform various obedience exercises in the form of a routine put to music. The drill teams’ first performances are scheduled for May 15, when they will put their intensely rehearsed routines to the test at the Yankee Springs sixth grade camp. Beginning drill members are Kim Langford, Carrie McCandlish, Nora Hurst, David Hawkins and Pam Cotton. The advanced team consists of Rose Byykkonen, Marie Hawkins, Sandy Bachman, Sara Thompson and Shelly Sulser. Other upcoming Klub activities include a three day canine workshop at Kettunen Center for leaders and ad­ vanced members. The camp is May 9-11. A May 7 and May 21 business meeting is scheduled and a May 14 work session is planned for club members and dogs. To earn money for the club’s fair trophies and other expenses, the club is often hired to work as a clean-up crew for area dog shows. Such a clean-up session is set for Saturday, May 25, Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 at a three day licensed dog trial in Kalamazoo. All members are urged to participate at least one of these days. Turn those unwanted, unused items into CASH with an Action-Ad, call 945-9554! DOORBUSTER I DOORBUSTER ] DOORBUSTER Lovely 15-18" Rhododendron Bushy rhododendron with beautiful flower clusters, leathery foliage. 10-12" Evergreen Assortment Yews, Junipers, or Arborvitaes in globe, upright, pyramidal, spreaders. Potted Dormant Rose Bush Quality #1 potted dormant rose bush in assorted varieties and colors. . Law Day ceremony 1 set for May The Barry County Bar Association will conduct its annual Law Day ceremony on Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Circuit Courtroom in the Barry County Court House. The ceremony is con­ ducted annually to recognize the role of law in society and to honor a local person who has made an outstanding contribution to law and the community. The name of the person to be honored is withheld until the actual announcement. Arts and Crafts Fair 3 ae ■■ AfHl Price 8* Landscape Timbers Makes an ideal border for walkways and flower beds. I ■ VCWQ Our 2.49 Hardy Azalea Beautiful flowering shrub makes a great low hedge. Charcoal Briquets 201b. bag. 2 to 3' Red Twig Dogwood Flowers in the spring, dark red twigs in the winter. Women’s Committe of U.A.W. Local 1002 will be having their first annual Arts & Crafts Fair on June 1, 1985. If you are interested in renting a table or booth please call 795-7215 after 3:30 p.m. (5-14) Summer Leagues forming Starting May 6th, Lakeview Lanes, 1223 Lakeview Drive, Lake Odessa, Phone 374-4881. 945-9554 far ACTION Want-Ads Cal 9 to 5:30 Dally Offer Good May 1-4 79.88 Sale Price 40-lb.* Bag Top Soil For patching grass or planting flowers, shrubs. ’Net wf Deluxe Spreader Spreader with fingertip control. 75 lb.* capacity. Ryan® Gas Line Trimmer Electronic ignition with finger­ tip throttle control. Savel 3.97 ‘Net wt. The Saving Place*1 Each Quality Garden Tools Sturdy hoe, 14-tooth rake or round point shovel. 1658 Lansing Rd., Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733' Automotive Service Center, Phone 543-1197 �MORE, MORE SAVINGS! USDA CHOICE BONELESS HERRUD Frying Chicken Beef Chuck Steak Hot Dogs Leg Quarters LB. . 49* BBQ Pork Strips LB. HIGH YIELD FOULDS 7’/. OZ. SO DRY Mac & Cheese Dinners 4/*l00 Jumbo Towels i Coffee 39 OPEN PIT Hawian Punch ADC & Reg. El. 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Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 43 — Tuesday, May 7, 1985 Maple Valley recognizes top academic students Daniel Lykins Audrey Dumont Karen Long Dawn Pixley High school principal Burr Hartenburg is proud to announce the students who have earned academic honors in Maple Valley graduating Class of 1985. A new concept in academic recognition has been established for graduating seniors, he said. The prac­ tice in past years was to recognize the top ten students in the graduating class. This was done with consideration given only to the rank each student had earned. Beginning with the Class of 1985, all students will be recognized who have earned either “Honors” or “High Honors” status. Eligibility for “Honors” requires a student to have completed a specified number of honors classes and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 to 3.49 after 7% semesters. To graduate with “High Honors” requires a grade point average of 3.50 and above, and additional honors classes. Maple Valley’s valedic­ torian is Daniel Robert Lykins, son of Charles and Laura Lykins of Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville. Dan is a “High Honors” student with a 4.00 grade point average. He is a member of the National Harold Stewart, Jr. Honor Society, Spanish Club, Yearbook Staff, captain of the Quiz Bowl team and has run track and cross-country for two years. He won the spelling contest at the Argubright Business Olympics two years in a row. The Detroit Free Press named Dan to their All-State Academic Team. Four major scholarships have been awarded to Dan, the University of Michigan Regents-Alumni, Army ROTC, Navy ROTC, and an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. He plans to attend the Air Force Academy and major in aerospace of aeronautical Lynette Williams engineering. Audrey Lynn Dumont, daughter of Les and Sandy Dumont of Carlisle Highway, Vermontville, is graduating from Maple Valley with “High Honors”. As class salutatorian, she has a grade point average of 3.923. Audrey is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, Spanish Club, Yearbook Staff and band. She is captain of the Marching Band Flag Corps, a member of the Jazz Band and sits first chair flute and piccolo in the Concert Band. She is active in 4-H and her church youth group. Audrey was the 1984 Jeff Hamilton Kristy Lea Landes Gina Lehman Mark Valdick Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Alternate Queen. In past years she was also a member of the JV and varsity volleyball teams, Quiz Bowl team, and a cast member in the school musicals “The Boyfriend” and “Anything Goes”. In the fall, Audrey plans on attending Michigan State University to study music education and therapy. She plans to pursue a career working with handicapped children in a special education school. The following students have also earned “High Honors”. In alphabetical order they are: Jess Bahs, son of John and Sue Bahs of Nashville, earned a 3.500 grade point average. He is currently president of Student Council and has been a member of National Honor Society for three years. Jess lettered in football and plays bass guitar in the Jazz Band. He is working currently at Johnny’s Food Mart and will be getting married in the summer. Next year Jess will major in psychology at Michigan State University. Dean Hale is the son of Dennis and Karla Hale, Ash Highway, Charlotte. Active in athletics, Dean has letContinued on Page 3— Hundreds honor Chaplain Vessecchia By Elaine Gilbert Hundreds packed the Nashville Baptist Church Sunday evening to take part in a surprise tribute to Cathy Ann Vessecchia who is wellknown for her Christian counseling and chaplaincy work in Barry County and for her role in helping establish the county’s new hospice program. On Sunday, Cathy thought she was attending a regular evening church service, but after the first hymn was sung, she was absolutely shocked when it was an­ nounced that “This is Your Night Cathy Vessecchia!” From that moment on, there was a continual progression of special music and speeches by friends, co- workers and other associates who paid tribute to Cathy for her service and con­ tributions to the area. Her former kindergarten teacher, Pauline Hough, was one of the suprise guests. A highlight of the evening was the presentation of a diploma to Cathy from Liberty Baptist College in Lynchburg, Va. Cathy had earned the diploma by completing a general Bible correspon­ dence course through the college. But she didn’t know that special arrangements had been made with the college to obtain the diploma for the surprise evening. Cathy started the course in March of 1983 and finished it this springs “It normally is a four-year course,” exclaims women that I have ever Hawkins of Hastings, Cathy co-worker Jan Cooper, • seen,” said DeGroot. “I has given unstintingly of her secretary of the Nashville would not trade her for time, efforts and energies with the help of area citizens anybody.” Baptist Church. “I can’t think of anyone to get the program officially The suprise evening for Cathy was planned because who is loved more and ap- rolling last December. Hospice provides medical, “as much as she has given to preciated more and gives nursing, social, moral, and us, we wanted to give a little more of herself,” he said. Cathy also has served as a spiritual support to the back to her,” said her pastor, the Rev. Lester chaplain in many capacities county’s terminally ill and DeGroot. Cathy’s mother, throughout the county, their family and friends. Janice Bumgardner, and ranging from visits to the jail Cathy, former hospice other church friends also to the medical care facility. board president, now serves Her associates and friends as the program’s chaplain, played key roles in staging Cathy’s “the heart of it say Cathy serves as an the suprise event. Cathy’s work as a example of a Christian who (hospice),” says hospice Christian counselor at Nash­ turns caring into useful and patient coordinator Pat ville Baptist Church has meaningful service with a Cassell, RN. She points out and that Cathy has been involved kind been outstanding. Cathy has considerate, in the ground work of the worked in that capacity cheerful attitude. As one of the founders of local hospice and has done since September of 1976. “Cathy has established the recently established extensive public speaking to one of the most outstanding Barry Community Hospice, Continued on page 5— counseling ministries to along with Dr. Lawrence HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S. CHURCH STREET Hastings, Michigan 49058 MY 08*85 �The Mople Vhlley News, Noshville Tuesday. Muy 7* 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News A most unusual and in­ teresting program highlighted the recent mother-daughter banquet at Nashville United Methodist Church on May 1. The presentation was arranged by Edna Smith and featured mostly local talent spotlighting the countries where the church’s Women’s Missionary group has been active. The program was designed to mark the cen­ tennial of that movement while looking forward to the next 100 years. India was represented by a sari modeled by Helen Clark of Hamiltion, Ontario, who with her husband Tom has been a recent houseguest of Ed and Edna Smith. (The Clarks and Smith became friends a number of years ago while wintering in Texas, and for the last 10 years the Clarks have stopped here en route home from the south.) To show the country of Japan, Becky and Angie Howard, Alice Moore, April Blakely and Kelly Eastman per­ formed a song that Japanese girls sing to their dolls during the annual Doll Festival. Acting out lyrics of a song called, “Planting Rice,” a group of young girls showed a part of life in the Philippines. In recognition of Africa, Heide Reese played the auto harp while the audience joined in singing Kum-Ba-Ya.” Also, Heidi along with Angie Smith sang an African women’s work chant. Later Angie was featured in a presentation of the Caribbean as she sang the Lord's Prayer to a calypso rhythm. To highlight Hawaii, Edna Smith did a hula called the “Anapow.” For the offeratory Renee Rosie played an Indian chant on the piano. As is traditional at most mother-daughter banquets, recognition was given in various categories to those attending the United Methodist event. Mrs. Victor (Mabel) Brumm was honored as the oldest mother present. She also was recognized for having four generations of her family at the event, as was Mrs. Lloyd (Elizabeth) Wilcox. Ada Skedgell Yaudes had the most present (four) as well as the most granddaughters (six). Mothers’ Day 1985 will be special for Moms everywhere, including those in the Maple Valley area, where several churches are planning various ways to honor mothers during their Sunday morning services, May 12. At the Assembly of God, the choir will present special music, youngsters will be reciting poetry to honor their moms, and each mother in attendance will be given a rose. Flowers also will be given to all mothers present at Sunday morning services at Nashville United Methodist Church. Moms will be honored at Church of the Nazarene, where Sunday School children plan to present a short program in observance of the occasion. At Nashville Baptist Church each mother in attendance at morning worship will receive a gift, and there will be recognition of- mothers in various categories (i.e., youngest, oldest; most children, etc.). The annual MotherDaughter banquet for Assembly of God will be a salad luncheon starting at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18, in the fellowship hall at the church. Kathy Wyman of Kalamazoo, district representative of the Women’s Ministries for Assembly of God, will provide a program for special music and devotions. A Mother-Daughter Tea will be held at the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11. The pastor’s wife, Evelyn Volyes, will have charge of the program at the event, which is to be staged in the fellowship hall at the church. A Family Week program at Assembly of God, laun­ ched Sunday to promote family prayertime, runs throughout this week and concludes on May 11. Nashville Baptist Sunday School teachers will gather at the church at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11, for a dinner that will be followed by a training session. A film, “The Language of Listening/’ one of a series for parents and teens, will be shown at 7 p.m. Sunday, May 12, at Nashville Baptist Church. Nashville Garden Club LIONS SIGHTMOBILE FREE pre-screening will be done in Vermontville by the Vermontville Lions starting Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring the whole family in for free eye screening. The Sightmobile will be located in front of the Congregational Church. This is another project the Vermontville Lions do for the community. By Susan Hinckley meets Tuesday, May 7, at the home of Flossie Richards of Hastings. Time of the event is 1:30 p.m. Members are to bring two prizes for the bingo games that will be played. Ladies of Nashville Assembly of God will con­ duct a clothing exchange for ladies of the church on Saturday, May 11, in the parsonage basement. Mrs. Herb (Roxie) Andler of rural Nashville was hospitalized last week at Sparrow in Lansing for tests. A long dry spell that has affected most of West Michigan ended Sunday evening with a steady gentle rainfall which by Monday morning had brought about one inch of precipitation to the Maple Valley area. As this report was being prepared more moisture was expected in the form of thunderstorms Monday. Starting Tuesday, sunny dry conditions were due to return to our vicinity, with highs in the 70s. An extended period of unseasonably warm temperatures since mid­ April has advanced blossomtime in this region by nearly three weeks. Former local resident Wayne Fuller of Toledo, Ohio, wrote last week, commenting in his letter that he had enjoyed the recent Memories article about early local autos and the trials and tribulations of their owners. “I well remember the carbide lights, rubber squeeze-bulb horns and straining the gasoline through a chamois skin,” observed Fuller. “No gas stations then as we know them now at this time.” Wayne Fuller also noted that he had enjoyed the Memories story about Fern (Purchis) Cross and the NHS Grads column she wrote for The Nashville News back in the 1920s. Fern’s daughter, Charlotte Cross, graduated with Fuller from Nashville High with the.Class of 1926. “Charlotte died at quite a young age (but) I have never heard what happened to her,” wrote Fuller. “Two other girls (in our class) also died pretty young: Kathryn Mayo and Nellie Lane.” In addition to Charlotte, Fern and her husband, Elmer Cross had two other children: daughter LaNola and son Kenneth. Invitations are now being sent requestiong reser­ vations for the 1985 Maple Valley Alumni Banquet, set for 7 p.m. Saturday, May 25 at the MVHS cafeteria. The invitations will be mailed to all those who attended last year’s dinner, as well as to classes in five-year retrogressive increments, starting with 20 years ago, i.e., Class of 1965, 1960, 1955, 1950, etc. To reach other alumni' of Nashville, Ver­ montville and Maple Valley schools, reservation forms have been published in area newspapers, including the News. Checks for reser­ vations at $6 each, plus $1 for dues, may be mailed to Alumni Association treasurer Larry Filter at 209 Francis St., Nashville, 49073. The ladies handling the tremendous job of -getting alumni dinner invitations addressed this year are Clara Marie (Brudick) Spoelstra and her sister Artha Shaw, for Nashville High; Anna May Schaub for Vermontville; and Christine Moore for Maple Valley. Several class reunions will preceed the family-style dinner in the school cafeteria. Nashville’s Class of 1935 will have a Golden Anniversary reunion from 3 Girl Scouts plan activities As the end of the school year approaches, scouts prepare for potlucks and ceremonies. Coming up May 18 for Neighborhood 5 scouts is a Mother-Daughter Potluck Luncheon. Mother and scouts are asked to work together to prepare a salad, bread or dessert for the luncheon. The event will be held at the V.F.W. in Nash­ ville, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Following the luncheon the girls will work on a craft project with their mother. On May 24, the bridging ceremony for the neigh­ borhood will take place at the Fish Hatchery in UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville North State, Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 711’ a.m. P.M. Worship ...: i6p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Y ” ou"tLh "Fe“llows1h ’ip . 6 p.m. Thursday: Bible Study........ 8 p. m. REV. LYNN WAGNER CHURCH OF THE HAZAREHE ...on • LIFE • HEALTH • IRA • HOME and • AUTO call... The Denny Smith Agency Agents: DENNY SMITH & BOB HARVEY 852-1801 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH or 852-1703 FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 250 N. Main, Vermontville 110S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles <LM. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Church School .. 11 a.m. south of Nashville) P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School Church Worship. 11 a.m. 10am Evening Service .. 7 p.m. AuMna Sy cioo 11 a m" (Nursery Care Available) Thursday Night: A.M. Service. Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Fellowship Time After Wednesday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, AWANA ........ 7:00 p.m. Worship. PAStOR MARVIN POTTER PASTOR Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMDLY OF GOD CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School . .10 Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11 SA unday: n P M. Worship ... 7 c^cOkS^?\n:lAa‘m’ Wednesday Evening SundaySchool 10:30a.m. Worship 7 PASTOR MARY CURTIS VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Hastings. Scouts will be bridging from Brownies to Junior Girl Scout, Juniors to Cadettes, and from Cadettes to Senior scouts. The two Brownie troops have planned family picnics to end their busy year of scouting. Rae Murphy’s troop will have a potluck picnic at Murphy’s farm on Saturday, May 11. Ann Taylor’s troop will be having a hot dog roast-potluck at the Taylors on Wednesday, May 29. Over the summer, troops will be getting together to earn their Sun & Fun patch and attending Girl Scout camp. For Your Insurance Needs AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH to 5 p.m. in the Community Center (old waterworks building) at Putnam Park on Saturday afternoon, May 25. Snacks will be served. Class friends are welcome to stop by­ Nashville’s graduates of 1940 will get together before the banquet at the school. They plan to start the reunion at 5:30 p.m. in a classroom near the cafeteria. John and Montiel Dull and Marlin (Bera) Hansen are local organizers of that event. While Nashville’s Class of 1931 does not plan its annual reunion until September 29th this year, members of the class hope to have a gettogether in one of the rooms at the school proceeding the banquet in order to welcome former classmate Edythe (Hicks) Klinkner, who will be attending from Phoenix, Arizona. The school will be open at 5 p.m., two hours prior to the banquet, to allow folks plenty of time to visit and reminisce prior to the meal. Coffee and punch will be available also before dinner. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 203 N. State, Nashville A.M. A.M. Service... Service... 11 11 Sat. Mass 6:30 p.m. WP.eMd.. SSeerrvviiccee 7 a.m. a.m. a.m. pp..mm.. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: Au.Mnd.a Wy:orship ..11 a.m. S Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple valley Nbws,' Nashville, Tuesday, May 7/1985 Top students, continued vSSSw SS WSw; bK kA s A c< SS cM S$fc S$»(<Sb $$< SS5 SS5S tered four years in track, two in cross-country, two in wrestling and has par­ ticipated in Band and National Honor Society. Dean plans to earn a degree in science from Michigan State University. Jeff Hamilton, of rural Nashville, is the son of Duane and Ruth Ann Hamilton. Jeff is a member of National Honor Society and has a grade point average of 3.56. He has earned varsity letters in golf, basketball, track, and baseball for a total of eleven. He has participated in Student Council and attends the Nashville Baptist Church. His plans include college next fall. Kristy Sis^ k»ll"«Ui1 kitai 2S ist* St am ^^z bikm mz Lea Landes, daughter of Richard and Carol Landes of Ionia Road, Vermontville, will be graduating with “High Honors” with a 3.579 grade point average. Kristy was a member of the school musicals for the last two years and will participate again this year. She was also in choir for two years and a feature editor and reporter for the school newspaper, Valley Visions, for one year. In her spare time, Kristy enjoys swimming, biking, badminton, listening to music, writing stories or poems, and reading. Kristy has been accepted to Michigan State University where she plans to study business and hopes to be a Fi*i Hhu |■ kF* cr aMM RlSM B ’ * *’« Wily l»Sk tyityfy ■•Ifl IMirn^ ®sa IrijsiJaEj ■ini 1 emx Onkm inn rikftiiB to s& ar.Mslii; East Miaih car i e? KhmM Maple Valley Athletic Boosters fE'W'l BINGO OMEaHW 852-9107 ansiw1* .1801?®’ hotel manager. Gina S. Lehman is the daughter of Loren and Mary Lehman of Vermontville. She has been involved in National Honor Society, Marching-Concert Band, Jazz Band, Pep Band, and Flag Corps. She was Winter Homecoming Princess and was on the Vermontville Syrup Festival Queen Court. She earned such awards as the DAR Good Citizen Award, Outstanding Greg Award for shorthand speed of 100 w.p.m., Who’s Who Among High School Students, and Outstanding Business Student Award. Gina plans to go to Argubright Business College in the fall and major in medical transcription­ secretary, with a minor in word processing. Karen Marie Long, daughter of John and Gerrie Long of Nashville, will be graduating from Maple Valley High School with “High Honors”. She carries a 3.81 grade point average. She has been involved in many extracurricular ac­ tivities including National Honor Society, where she was secretary, Student Council, Yearbook Staff, and JV and varsity cheerleading. She plans to attend Western Michigan University where she will major in education. Karen has taken a college prep program while in high school and her advice to underclassmen is, “Take as many different and challenging courses as you can now, it will really help you later in life. Don’t be afraid to get involved in extracurricular activities, it makes life a lot more fun.” Her hobbies include camping, swimming, hiking, and reading. Dawn Marie Pixley, the daughter of Don and Loretta Pixley of Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville, will be graduating this June from Maple Valley High School with “High Honors”. Throughout the years she has taken a combination of college preparatory classes and a variety of business courses. Her favorite classes include office block, ac­ counting, research paper, MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. JWAPLE VALLEY^ Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 — NEW LISTINGS — REALTOR' 36 ACRE FARM ON STATE RD. 21 A tillable, 13A wooded with lake and stream, 3 bedroom, 2 story house, 30x40 barn, nice chainlink fenced yard with many large shade trees. Price *52,000. Includes tractor, plow and disk. (F-108) 7% ACRES OR 40 ACRE FARM ear Vermontville, 7'/i acres with a good 3 bedroom home, barn and 2 pole buildings. Pric­ ed to sell at $47,900, or could be 40 acre farm with 6 acres of nice maple woods, rolling land for $72,000. (F-107) NICE HOME IN NASHVILLE: 2 story, 4 bedrooms, beautiful oak woodwork, open stairway (oak), 3 bay windows, fenced backyard. Must see inside. Asking $32,000. (N109) COUNTRY HOME ON 1 PLUS ACRE: North of Vermontville, 4 bedroom, 2 story home, needs some work. Price $22,000 in­ cludes barn and grainary. Nice country setting with mature shade trees. (CH-110) NASHVILLE - S. MAIN ST. 3 bedroom, 2 story home, reasonable utility bills, nice corner lot with large shade trees, I'/i car garage, walk to-town. Priced to sell at $24,000.(N-106) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan novels, computer science, and band. She has been active in the National Honor Society, all-school musicals, Student Council, and band. Dawn plans to attend Argubright Business College in Battle Creek next fall, where she will earn an associates degree in business administration accounting. After completing her year and half course there, she will attend Western Michigan University to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in accounting. She then plans to become a Certified Public Accountant. Harold D. Stewart, Jr. is the son of Harold and Sharon Stewart of Vermontville. He competed in varsity wrestling for four years, football for two years and baseball for one year. He is graduating with “High Honors” with a 3.50 grade point average. He has been offered an appointment to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York. Mark Valdick is the son of ^'Page 3 Cecil and Janet Valdick of After high school, Lynette “Honors”. In alphabetical Vermontville. He is active in plans to attend Lansing order they are: Robert athletics at Maple Valley, Community College and Adkins, Valerie Bell, Mike participating in the golf and perhaps transfer to a larger Brewer, Heather Brown, baseball programs. university later. She applied Kyle Christopher, Vickie He is currently president for and received a Vomberg Clements, Dawn Cogswell, of the National Honor Scholarship. Doug Coleman, Doreen Society and has been a During high school, she Cook, Lori Ebersole, Shan member the past four years. has had many memorable Ferrier, Jackie Gardner, Mark has also been a Kurt experiences such as being Dawn Hampton, member of Student Council Queen of Winter Hartenburg, Lindy Hoffman, and has served as president Homecoming and making Dan Levering, Kim Mahan, of his class his junior year. Jay many good friends. In Duska Morawski, Mark is presently employed general, she says she will O’Brien, Gary Reid, Kim by Ken’s Standard Station in always remember her high Roush, Deanna Shank, Patty Vermontville and plans to school days at Maple Valley. Sprague, Tana Trowbridge, attend either Michigan State The following students will Stephanie Walliczek, Bret University or Kalamazoo be graduating with Wetzel, and DiOnne Wolf. College in the fall. With a grade point average of 3.712, Mark plans to major in electrical engineering or computer science. Lynette Williams is the £ We wish to thank the Vermontville Fire Department daughter of Lynn and for the use of the Fire Barn, all the parents and Charlotte Williams of Bivens volunteers for their time. A special thank you to Harold Road, Nashville. She has Lundstrom, Nancy Brown, Herb and Phyllis Frith, Jim participated in the following and Nancy Carl and Eunice Cornish. Due to the ef­ sports in high school: forts of all of you another successful year at Syrup basketball, track, softball, volleyball, and cheerleading. Festival has been accomplished. Again thank you. Other extracurricular ac­ Jerry Terpening, President and tivities include Varsity Club, Judy Terpening, Chairman band and captain of the flag team. | Thank you — Experience teaches that you need to dig deep and lay a strong foundation to ensure a safe, secure building. At Eaton Federal Savings and Loan, as we lay the foundation for our new facility - as we ex­ pand, build, grow - we want to help you do the same. Our people are trained to help you sort out your finances .. . work out a budget. .. and begin a savings program that will help you build security in your future. Come grow with usl ' �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1985 — Page 4 Memories off the pas by Susan Hinckley Some glimpses back at bygone Nashville (Note: Today’s column looks at this week in Nash­ ville history. The following excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s, from the Turning Back the Pages feature of the 1940-60s, and from various early issues of The News.) .1874.. A goodly number of the men of town met at the M. E. Church Tuesday night and organized a Gentlemen’s Temperance League, to aid the ladies in their attempt to Miss Estelle (Stella) Wil­ son began clerking in May 1883 at Kocher Bros, dry good store in Nashville, a fact that was reported in The Nashville News. Two years later, on her 22nd birthday, she married Len W. Feighner, a printer at The News office who in 1888 bought the paper from its founder Orno Strong and continued as publisher for the next 40 years. Stella was the daughter of Lyman J. Wilson, an early Nashvill e grocer. drive the saloons from town... Business has slacked off considerably since the temperance war broke out, many farmers staying at home part of the time and plowing for corn... In the heat of the liquor discussion the crying need for a new school seems to have been forgotten. 1875.. . A Baptist church has been organized in this village. They hold their services every Sabbath in the schoolhouse but are hoping to build a temple of worship, which will be the first Baptist church in Barry County. 1876.. . Two of the five persons who were baptized in the river last Sunday are sick in bed. 1877.. . W. H. Vanderbilt, the railway king, and two palace cars of kindred New Yorkers, passed through Nashville Monday afternoon and stopped for wood and water — the only stop they made between Jackson and Grand Rapids. They were making a general tour of inspection and rumor has it that Vanderbilt is thinking of buying up a large piece of Michigan’s railway system. 1880.. . Minor Mead of Barryville owns the finest piece of wheat between Nashville and Hastings, and the county farm has the second best. 1882.. . The arrival of a $45 Racine canoe, made of birch, on Monday, attracted the attention of numerous sportsmen. It proved to be the property of W. E. Buel who will use it to skim the placid waters of the Thor- napple in quest of duck or pictorial pleasures. 1883.. . Miss Stella Wilson is clerking for Kocher Bros. 1884.. . A Morgan man complains that he had some chattels stolen from his wagon while standing on Main Street one night recently, and shouts for a night police. 1886.. . A new chime whistle on the J. W. Powles woolen mill first awoke the neigh­ boring Tuesday afternoon. The boys thought to play a joke on Mr. Powles, so his son Mark climbed up and stuffed the whistle full of wool, and all the gang stood around ready to laugh when Mr. Powles pulled the string. But their little scheme didn’t work, for the steam cleaned the wool out with a flash and the whistle rang out clear as a bell. 1888.. . Simeon Overhqlt has sold his interest in the elevator to his recently acquired partner, C. H. Reynolds, who will conduct the business. 1891.. . The annual meeting of the Barry and Eaton County Medical Association met at the Wolcott House last week Thursday and held a very interesting meeting. 1898.. . Current market prices: butter 10c, eggs 10c, lard 7c, chickens 10c, dressed hogs $4.75 cwt., live veal calves 4c lb., beef $5 to $6 cwt., hay $6.50 ton. 1899.. . The new bridge, which is to span the Thor­ napple River at the north end of Main Street is expected here this week and will be installed as soon as the weather is right... Not for In May 1900 Charles Putnam modernized his resi­ dence on North Main Street in Nashville by install­ ing indoor plumbing and hooking up to "city water." Bu ilt in the winter of 1884-5, the elegant brick home was later willed to the village by Putnam and his wife, Agnes, for use as a public library. It has served the community in that role since 1923. At the time of this photo, the Putnams still occupied the residence. When the Baptist Church organized in Nashville in 1875 members looked for­ ward to building a "temple of worship" which would be the first Baptist Church in the county. They completed and dedicated this sanctuary in 1876 but lost it four years later to foreclosure. In 1882 the Catholics of St. Cyril Parish bought the building, did expensive remodeling in 1898, and still occupy the church on State Street at Maple. years has this locality had such an early spring. Grass is three weeks ahead of last year and all crops about the same. Everything points toward a good summer. 1900.. . C. M. Putnam is modernizing his residence on North Main Street by building a sewer system and installing city water. 1902.. . The funeral of John Morgan, for whom the village of Morgan was named, was held last week from the Morgan church. Deceased was 75 years old, had resided in Morgan 20 years and was highly esteemed by all. 1903.. . D. E. Gearhart has a good record of sheep production this spring. His 50 ewes now have 71 live and healthy lambs. 1905.. . Roy Garlinger took home a dandy Clark whalebone gear top buggy from Glasgow’s last week. This week Freeland Garlinger is sporting one of the same. Like his brother, he knows a good thing when he sees it. 1906.. > The Nashville band starts this week giving open air concerts each alternate Saturday afternoon, in Central Park, from 2 to 4. 1907.. . The Methodist parsonage has been com­ pleted and the work of grading the ground around it is nearly completed. The painters have their part of the work nearly finished, and it will soon be occupied by Rev. Way and family. The residence is modern in every particular- and makes an elegant appearance. (Now it houses Maple Valley Cooperative Nursery School.) 1911.. . While plowing last week, Frank Arnet, son of O. A. Arnet, of North Castleton, was somewhat surprised to see the skull of a human skeleton roll out from under the plow.,A careful search was made for the rest of the bones. They were easily found and showed that the body had been buried in an awkward cramped position... The hands and feet could not be found. There were no things found to suggest wearing apparel, but plenty of ashes and charred coal and red stained clumps of dirt. Mr. Arnet thinks the person was murdered and an attempt made to burn the body, but failing that, a hasty burial was made... The skeleton shows that the person was of medium heavy size, and the skull was broad with a low, flat forehead suggesting that of a Negro or a half breed of an early day. 1923.. . John Purchis has quit the barbering business and disposed of his equip­ ment, and is opening a restaurant at the corner of Main and Sherman streets. 1924.. . Hale Sackett has bought a new Overland “Redbird” and E. C. Swift is piloting a new Overland “Blackbird”. 1925.. . S. E. powers has bought the old Taylor property at the corner of South Main and Church streets and has a crew of workmen tearing down the old barn that has stood on the corner for so many years. Mr. Powers plans to erect in its place a modern gasoline station built according to Standard Oil company specifications. 1926.. . The old bridge over Quaker brook near the William Woodard residence has been torn out and replaced with a new bridge, an improvement that should have been made long ago. 1927.. . Dr. W. G. Davis has been elected manager of the Nashville Independent baseball team for the coming season and already has half a dozen good games scheduled. First practice session will be held Sunday morning at 9:00. Ralph Olin was elected president of the association at the meeting Friday evening and C. O. Mason secretary and treasurer. Directors elected are Dennis Yarger, Frank Curtis, Menno Wenger and E. E. Gibson. 1928.. . Seth I. Zemer last week offered three prizes for the best newspaper ad­ vertisements written by readers. Winners were announced this week as follows: Voyle Varney, first prize of a pair of roller skates; Connie Rothaar, second prize of a flashlight; Ned Tieche, third prize of a jack-knife. 1930.. . Georgia Bassett has been named valedictorian of the graduating class of 1930 Nashville High School. William Kleinhans, who ran a close second, will be salutatorian. 1931.. . Rated as champion spellers in the sixth grade are these members of the winning team in a six-weeks contest: Norma Biggs, Onnalie Belson, Richard Mason, Jean Brown, Maxine Cole, Virginia Hess, Jean Smith, Winifred Brumm, Paul Diamante, Stuart Continued on next pag �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 7,1985 — Page 5 Business picking up for Mater's Rapid Oil and Tire John Mater, owner of Mater Rapid Oil and Tire in Nashville, says business has been better since the arrival of spring. The business, which opened last November, of­ fers new and used tires, tire repairs and oil changes, and sells stock trailers. The business also now offers VHS player and movie rental. Mater has a selection of 160 video movies and workout tapes to offer area residents. Some of the more popular movies include Footloose, Star Wars, Splash and Raiders of the Lost Ark. The store, located at 204 S. Main, is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday for tires and oil changes and from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. for movie rentals. The store is open on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. John Mater recently added video movie and player rental to its new Nash, ville business. COA menu and schedule Mater's Rapid Oil and Tire opened for business in Nashville last November. 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"And a lot (involving hospice) would never have happened without her.” She also has been a source of comfort and inspiration to patients at both Pennock Hospital and the Barry County Medical Care Facility. At the facility, she volunteered her services for several years before becoming its official chaplain in May of 1981. She services, held each Sunday, is involved with general for patients in the hospital. patient counseling, grief Richard Fluke, executive counseling for family director of Pennock members of deceased Hospital, says Cathy has the patients, and care and respect, of the medical staff, motivational counseling for employees, other chaplains the staff. and the hospital’s ad­ Facility Administrator ministration. But most Edward Moghtader, one of importantly, he said, she has the Sunday speakers, “the respect and appraised Cathy’s role in the preciation of the many “spiritual uplifting’r of patients who have had “the good fortune to have patients and employees. With Pennock Hospital, Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia Cathy has served as a help them in their time of chaplain since June of 1978. need.” Cathy’s compassion for In May of 1982, Cathy was appointed coordinator of the others also is evident hospital’s chaplaincy through her work as a program. Last year, she was facilitator for the “I Can instrumental in starting non- Cope” program, sponsored denominational worship by the Barry County unit of the American Cancer Society. Memories of the Past, continued As president of the SonEdmonds, Alston Penfold sound equipment and new Shine Ladies Ministry, Cathy sound screen, and will and Louis Kraft. helps plan and coordinate 1933.. . Bud Olsen has operate four nights a week, outreach and growth acmoved his garage equipment Saturday and Sunday and tivites for women in the from the building on North Wednesday and Thursday community. Main Street to the machine nights. In addition to her con­ 1936.. . People residing in tributions to organizations shop at the rear of the John Appelman store, and the nearby school districts seem and institutions, “Cathy has building formerly occupied to be much interested in the been a friend to all,” says by him becomes the location proposed consolidation of the Suzy Corkwell, who serves of the new blacksmith shop village and rural school as Nashville’s village clerk. Musically talented, Cathy of Brown & Rock of Battle districts. Petitions have been Creek, moving into the new signed by a majority of the played guitar and sang music voters in six of the eleven bluegrass headquarters this week. professionally from 1970-78. 1934.. . Our Star Theater is districts. 1939.. . Scoutmaster Fred She also made two records to reopen Saturday evening, May 5, according to present Ackett and Assistant Arthur with her band, “The Sounds plans, with Russell Harrison Kays took 20 scouts to the of the South.” For a time, she was a disc and Rollin Huard, county rally in Hastings jokey for Charlotte radio proprietors, both of Battle Friday night. The local troop station WGWY. Creek. They have new won honors in forming the The daughter of Charles equipment, the latest in standing pyramid. and Janice Bumgardner of Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave. in Hastings, and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wed­ nesday and Friday at the Eagles Club in Woodland. To make a meal reservation, call 948-8062 before 12:30 p.m. at least a day in ad­ vance. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, coffee, crafts, games, and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what he or she can afford. Sunfield, Cathy was born on Thanksgiving Day — Nov. 27, 1953 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She graduated with high honors from Lakewood High School in 1972 and married Rick Vessecchia on April 7, 1979. Cathy has one brother, Bob Bumgardner of Sunfield; and four sisters, Nancy Trask of Vermontville, Ginny Chase of Muskegon, and Sharon Furlong and Janie Miller, both of Nash­ ville. A grandmother, Annie Bumgardner, resides in Sunfield. Water Heater Starting at... *249°° , ert*“ »T / L "0''i L** f0W <> fW Dan Keech, son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Keech of Nash­ ville, has received “The Retired Officers Association” ROTC Medal as an outstanding member of the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M University. Dan earned the award for demonstrating exceptional potential for military leadership as a member of the Reserve Officers Training Corps. “This award was won after much hard work and determination in the Corps, academic studies and-or student activities,” according to a news release from the Corps. Dan also has been selected as the 5th Battalion Supply Sgt. in the Corps of Cadets for meeting the high stan­ dards and requirements essential for that position. M Lordy Lordy Barb Franks ...is “40 Happy Birthday • May 7, 1985 No problem. Auto-Owners is an expert in tailor-made annuities. They’ll work directly with you to make sure you get exactly what. you want. Your payments can be spread over any period of time, including lifetime incomes. And you receive current, high interest rates guaranteed for the entire period. They build an annuity to fit your requirements. Ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how he can help you design an annuity -justforyou. fhisapF opening0 , o> Local man earns award at Texas A&M How do you find an annuity that’s made just for you? u«b* SDKM*l, jacket^ te® ^ (Oeerln’ < ?C.$rf5 jinWi Please join us for the mashed potatoes with gravy, following meals and beets, fresh fruit. Delton: programs. Carol Lea, flower May 8 Chicken liver, arrangements. Nashville: mashed potatoes with gravy, Lansing Gilbert, “Hawaiian carrot coins, ambrosia. Medley” slide show. Hastings: Sing-along with May 14 - Chicken divan, Fern. Delton: Blood oven-browned potatoes, pressure clinic and Lewis pineapple tidbits. Hastings: Olsen on Medicare. Humanities class. May 9 - Pork chop, ap­ Margarine and milk are plesauce, winter blend included with each meal; vegetables, chocolate coffee and tea are available. pudding. Bingo at Hastings Menu is subject to change without notice. and Nashville. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, May 10 - Cheese-vegetable chow mein on rice, peas, Barry County Transit is standing by. cherries. May 13 - Salisbury steak, *24°° Per Tread TkbNo Prv6&/mf%op&, - Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 MAPLE VALLEY CONCRETE PRODUCTS” (517)852-1900 178 S. Main, Vermontville South side of Nashville on M-66 Stan Trumble Teresa Jones �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 7. 1985 — Page 6 Maple Valley Honor Roll 7TH GRADE All A’s Angie Bahs, Nicole Kipp, Scott Knoll. Jody Aiken, Marcia Ainslie, Jeremy Baker, Tina Benjamin, Paul Boldrey, Steve Bowen, Kristen Br­ zycki, Jeff Butler, Kathy Carl, Lisa Carpenter, Roger Claypool, Cevin Cornish, Ray Erickson, April Haeck, Paula Hansen, Heather Hawkins, Michelle Hoffman, Renee Hoyt, Dawn Lun­ dquist, Tami Mason, Darrin Neff, David Nickel, Kevin Pixley, Heidi Reese, Brandon Roscoe, Cindy Royston, Michael Schantz, Mickey Shilton, Spencer Shumaker, Lynette Thompson, Shaun Thomp­ son, Andy Trowbridge, Ryan Warner. 8TH GRADE All A’s - Melissa Barnhart, Kris Hulsebos, Jennifer Robotham, Kevin Stewart, Brenda Valdick, Stephanie Whitmore. Sean Bitgood, Kim Bur­ dick, Bobbi Butcher, Amy Cooley, Bill Dean, Tracy DeGroot, Jennifer Fisher, Fuller School Honor Roll 4TH GRADE All A’s - Dean Beardslee, Renee Rosin. A’s and B’s - Cassie Appelman, Joel Butler, Kim Davis, Julie Fisher, Dan Finkler, Greg Garn, Anna Garrett, Natallie Haeck, Guy Huey, Samantha Hughes, Kathy Morgan, Kyle Neff, Marcie Reid, Darcy Schantz, Mindy Shoup, Angela Tobias. 5TH GRADE All A’s - Brian Brandt, Renee Dingman, Donna Green, and Mitzi Keehne. A’s and B’s - Cabe Allen, David Childers, Sara DeGroot, Tim Ferrier, Kelly Hickey, Tracy Hughes, Kevin Morrison, Mindy Reid, Amy Roscoe, Tim Schilz, Holly Thomas, Michelle Vogel, and Bobbie Wood. The following fifth grade students were missed last market period: Sara DeGroot, Tim Ferrier, Kelly Hickey, Amy Roscoe, and Bobbie Wood. 6TH GRADE All A’s - Emily Butler, Garth Davison, Jody DeGroot, Lisa Long, Danny Lundquist, and Ryan Rosin. A’s and B’s Tammy Ashley, Angel Beardsley, Andrea Gardner, Michele Gordon, Janel Hansen, Kyle Martin, Shannon McLaughlin, Alvin Morgan, Lee Ossenheimer, Kristen Reid, Andy Robotham, Wes Rooks, and Levi Schantz. “IF I CAN STEAL A SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE, SO CAN YOU.” The Suzuki Factory “Cashback” Deal. It’s your license to steal. Come in today and make your best deal on selected bikes, and get up to $500 cash back from the factory, depending on the bike you choose. You’ll find exciting deals on 17 exciting models. Everything from the World Champion 125 Motocross to the ultimate cruiser, the Madura GV1200. With the GS750TZ going for 50% offthe original price. And a $500 factory rebate on the GS450ED. Plus many more. Ifyou don’t steal these Suzuki motorcycles, someone else will. But hurry. Your license to steal expires May 31st. To miss a deal like this would be a real sin. *Rebates only apply to vehicles currently in dealer inventory Save up to $500on selectedstreet and dirt bikes SUZUKI Bob’s Service Shop 610 S. WELLMAN RD., NASHVILLE 8S2-9377 Greg Flower, Amy Foster, Mike Frisbie, Marci Goodner, Mark Goodrich, Deanna Hagon, Ryan Hickey, Robert Hill, Naki His ted, Patty Jarman, Vic Knickerbocker, Kristine Mahoney, Cody Mattson, Darcey McGhan, Kelly Milligan, Manual Moreno, Gregory Olmstead, Julia Orman, Nick Friddy, Michelle Reid, Kevin Rock­ well, Kylie Ryan, Faith Schliz, Brian Schriver, Brenda Sixberry, Jason Slaight, Angela Smith, Bryan Smith, Cara Spoelstra, Sonya Thompson, Scott Tobias, Karris True, John Vincent, Aaron Walker, Bobby Wood, Greg Wood, Raquel Wright. 9TH GRADE All A’s - Bill Brenton, Kelly Hoefler, Danny Murphy. Kim Bahs, Nicole Bayha, Paul Ball, Matt Brown, Dorothy Butrick, Angel Carpenter, Michelle Carter, Dale Dickinson, Trudy Dingman, Delane Durn, Sandy Ells, Kevin .Engel, Jeff Fisher, Joy Hamilton, Lori Higdon, Randy Hoyt, Cherry Jarman, Danny Kellogg, Jody Landes, Scot Lenz, Richard Meade, Diona Morawski, Annette Powers, Ann Rogers, Mike Royal, Michelle Schantz, Scot Scramin, Dan Siple, Lori Smith, Jodi Spidel, Brian Stall, Ronda Steinbrecher, Eric Terpening, Jim Venton, Amy Jo Walker. 10TH GRADE All A’s David Benit, Kristina Brewer, Robin Brown, Daniel Hale, Isabella Walliczek. Tamie Abbott, Tim Allwardt, Paul Bahs, Jolene Briggs, Mark Bukoski, Matthew Burpee, Keith Bushee, Darla Butrick, Jeff Campeau, Jeremy Carroll, Jessica Coleman, Mitchell Collier, Anna Cournaya, Cindy Dankenbring, Michelle Dickinson, Kurt Duke, Skeeter Ebersole, Glenn Ewing, Andrew Finkler, Kris Fraley, Tai Gearhart, Kim Gorodenski, Wendy Huemne, Denise Jarman, Diana Kane, JoWana Kienutske, Kelly Lantrip, Michel Long, Kristine MacKenzie, Dawn Morawski, Kendra Packer, Sherman Reid, Mary Rugg, Katrina Schriver, Anthony Shaw, Brian Sleeper, Kimberly Smith, Beth Starring, George Steinbrecher, Robbie Trowbridge, Melinda Whitaker, Melissa Whitaker, Shannon Woodworth, Michael Wyble, Christian Youngs. 11TH GRADE All A’s - Melissa Brenton, Polly Cook. Jamie Appelman, Jim Bryan, Heather Christie, Matt Coleman, Stacie Conroy, Anne Duffey, Jackie Erwin, Debbie Exelby, Jordan Ferrier, Angela Filter, Debby Kay Fletcher, Lisa Franks, Tammy Frith, Laua Frisbie, Dale Garrett, Ann Graham, Ron Hoyt, Ann Hummel, Carol Lamie, Amy Laverty, Mark Martin, Brendon McCullin, Bob McMillen, Sally Miller, Jill Peske, Brett Ramey, Nathan Shogren, Mike Smith, Carmen Tobias, Scott Venton, Kevin Wetzel. 12TH GRADE All A’s - Audrey Dumont, Lindy Hoffman, Gina Leh­ man, Dan Lykins, Duska Morawski, Gary Reid. Robert Adkins, Christine Antcliff, Jess Bahs, Valerie Bell, Jim Benit, Christine Benjamin, Kim Best, Marcia Bishop, Heidi Braden, Mike Brewer, Heather Brown, Vickie Clements, Dawn Cogswell, Douglas Coleman, Doreen Cook, Lori Ebersole, Shan Ferrier, Dean Hale, Jeff Hamilton, Dawn Hampton, Inez Hande, Kurt Hartenburg, Kristie Hosey, Scott Joostberns, Marcy Joppie, Kristy Landes, Dan Levering, Eldon Lieb, Karen Long, Kim Mahan, Julius Maurer, Yumiko Maejina, Jay O’Brien, Craig Ostergren, Dawn Pixley, Robin Rathburn, Kim Roush, Deanna Shank, Patty Sprague, Dean Stewart, Terralynn Trine, Ryan Trowbridge, Tina Trowbridge, Mark Valdick, Stephanie Wallicack, Brett Wetzel, Lynnette Williams, Dionne Wolf, Truda Woodbury. Lion J Vs split pair of games Last Tuesday, Maple Valley’s jayvee baseball team played non-league Middleville and lost 8-5. The Lions managed 8 hits in the game with Adam Brumm leading the way with 3. Also getting hits were Tai Gearhart, Matt McClelland, Brian Sleeper, Jeff Fisher and Rich Varney. Tai Gearhart started and was the losing pitcher. Scott Phenix pitched well in relief. Against Pennfield the Lions had 15 hits and 9 walks. Getting 4 hits apiece were Matt McClelland and Tai Gearhart. Tai Gearhart had 3 doubles and Matt Mc­ Clelland 2. Bill Brenton had 3 hits and David Benit 2. Brock DeGroot and Mickey Tilley played well defensively. Adam Brumm was the starting pitcher and Scott Phenix was the winning pitcher in relief. The JV overall record is 5 wins and 2 losses. In the league, 5 wins, 1 loss. Lions Club seeks help The Vermontville Lions Club is looking for families to host Exchange Students for six week this summer. If you would be interested, contact Bill Mason, 726-0286. sports Lion baseball team is tied for league lead Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team avenged its only loss of the season by defeating Battle Creek Pennfield 5-2 last Thursday. The win pulls the Lions into a first place tie with the Panthers. Both teams have one loss. Maple Valley, 10-1 overall, is currently ranked sixth in the state in the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association poll. Pennfield had taken a 2-0 lead going in the bottom of the fifth inning before the Lions made their move. In the fifth, Ken Trumble led off with a walk. Brett Ramey handed down a sacrifice bunt to move Trumble to second. Greg Tilley reached first on an error with Trumble moving- to third. Tilley then stole second. Both runners raced home as Ryan Trowbridge deliverd a tworun single to left field. Righthander Greg Lenz (6­ 1) put down the Panthers in order in the top of the sixth. The Lions then struck for three runs to put the game away. Chug Maurer led off with a single to left and moved to second as the left fielder committed an error on the hit. Ken Meade then worked Pennfield pitcher Paul Mitchell for a walk. Senior catcher Kurt Hartenburg then stroked a double to score. Maurer with the eventual game-winning run. With runners at second and third, Mitchell wild pitched home Meade and senior second baseman Ken Trumble, then singled to left to drive in Hartenburg. Lenz went the distance allowing five hits, striking out ten and walking only two. The Lions of Maple Valley, for the first time in the eight year history of its own in­ vitational baseball tour­ nament, swept three games Saturday to win the tour­ nament. Maple Valley defeated Bellevue 15-7, Lakewood 18-7, and Charlotte in the cham­ pionship game 10-1 to win the crown. Maple Valley used the home run to power itself to the championship. The Lions hit 12 home runs on the day with senior Greg Lenz leading the way with 5. Lenz also had 11 runs batted in for the day. Also stroking 2 home runs apiece for the day were Chug Maruer, Kurt Hartenburg, and Greg Tilley. Scott Joostberns added a solo blast in the Lakewood contest. Hartenburg contributed 9 runs batted in for the day. The 5 home runs by Greg Lenz gives him 8 for the season and breaks the all­ time record of 5 by Rick Winegar set in 1972. Lenz now has 26 runs batted in which ties him with Rob Trowbridge who set the record in 1972. Chug Maurer’s two home runs on the day gives him total of 5 for the season. The Lions got consistant pitching Saturday from Greg Tilley, Scot Lenz, and Scott Joostberns. Tilley defeated Bellevue allowing only 5 hits while striking out 3. It was his first victory of the season. Scot Lenz defeated Lakewood to increase his record to 2-0. He struck out 6 and did not allow a walk. Scott Joostberns raised his record to 4-0 by tossing a one-hitter at Charlotte. Joostberns struck out 8 hitters. The three victories in­ creases Maple Valley’s record to 13-1 for the season. The Lions are idle this week. Results of tournament games: Maple Valley 15, Bellevue 7 (6 innings!; Lakewood 11, Olivet 6; Athens 13, Ionia 10; Charlotte 2, Hastings 1 (8 innings); Maple Valley 18, Lakewood 7 (5 innings); Charlotte 13, Athens 4; Maple Valley 10, Charlotte 1 (5 innings). ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) FOR SALE: Ford 9N tractor, $1,000. Phone 726­ 0418, Vermontville. SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) GOVERNMENT HOMES from $1 (U repair). Also deliquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000, ext. GH-6574 for information. (6-25) Where hardware isn’t a sideline. Come omean and Visit s us during urngour... 8th Anniversary Spring Sale r°r^,*tRrOU9uyOUrJ^RING HANDBILL in this paper for .U\T' f y°u d'd n°t receive one, stop in and pick one up in the store. ffiM] ASHVILLE / iQj HARDWARE 105 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE a SPORTING^ J' PHONE 852-07X3 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 7. 1985 Venezuelan woman talks to Fuller kindergarten class By Shelly Sulser sSSi' s L> «N«« S?w JNSJ^i ss» Gladys Vogle of Nashville, a native of Venezuala, spoke to June Wallace’s kin­ dergarten students at Fuller School last Tuesday, teaching them some of the country’s customs. Vogle played some Spanish Christmas music while the children danced to the foreign words. She also explained that Christmas caroling in Venezuala is a bit different. “People go from house to house at Christmas and they go into your house and they fill it up with music,” she said. “And everybody dances and has a lot of fun.” Vogle, whose son is in Mrs. Wallace’s class, also taught the class how to say some words in Spanish. Gladys Vogle of Nashville tells the students how to say tambourine in Spanish. & Flowers by Jan Vermontville news ■*w by Ava Kroger *S***JS K* KkJ“»»S SZA Remember Mother on her day with... , •Bltofcu tocu ocu l?^ SS'* Stt Sfilii ik! Sfsiliiik! “P^lilnutnJ 11®®s it seaul ita m ilttWiili Ctetal^ ® Made ml ifo, MttaMfe liMlii MRU Mil|| Hijii'ijjii »s i sat iEi Esteitiiij acnfa^M ;1*5 IN Tk* * w* ?“"* tail® i! M tar- W|([jB mptteRs ami to t ri tie ta-___ Maple Mfj FOi ®' Bellene 1W, M, al W* ii the chan- Sffl®1 aeiMbifiife ipid^ dBalfi® ’jfley oed die (tete£ oppowitseifto Tara Stewart enjoys the Venezuelan music Gladys Vogle played while visiting June Wallace's kinderg kindergar­ ten class at Fuller School in Nashville. Lions shut out Middleville Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team increased its record to 9-1 with a 6-0 shutout victory over the Middleville Trojans. Freshman Scot Lenz, starting his first varsity contest went the distance striking out eleven, walking only one, allowing just four hits. The Trojans were never able to move a runner past second base throughout the contest. Ryan Trowbridge celebrated his birthday by cracking two home runs. Trowbridge slugged a two run homer in the first inning and a solo blast in the third. Coming events: Sunday, May 12 - Mother’s Day. Friday, May 10 - Mother­ Daughter Banquet, 6:30 p.m., at First Congregational Church. Tuesday, May 14 - Mother­ Daughter Banquet at 6:30 p.m. at United Methodist Church, Vermontville. Bring salad or dessert Thursday, May 16 Mother-Daughter Banquet at Greg Lenz continued to hit Gresham United Methodist the long ball for the Lions by Church. Monday, May 20 - Ver­ stroking a two run homer in montville Garden Club, 1:30 the fifth inning. The Lions first run of the p.m., at the Griswold Room. Thursday, May 23 game came on Greg Tilley’s leadoff walk, a steal of Historical Society, 7 p.m. second and Scott Joostberns Potluck and program on RBI single. Brett Ramey, “Alaska” by Philip and Ken Meade and Greg Lenz Peggy Byington at the Bible added additional singles to Church. Sunday, May 26 the Lions seven hit attack. Last week the Lions in­ Memorial Day services. creased its S.M.A.A. record Mr. and Mrs. R.E. DeWitt to 7-1 with three victories. Maple Valley defeated from Nacogdoches, Texas Bronson 8-4 on Monday, St. were weekends visitors of Philip 7-2 on Thursday and their mother, Mrs. Kate Snider. Bellevue 20-6 on Friday. Glad to hear that Mr. and Mrs. Dean Hansen, Mrs. Viola Bennett, Mr. and Mrs. Cleo Prescott and Mr. and Maple Valley sets athletic Mrs. Vernon MacDonald have returned to Ver­ physicals for June 1st montville from their winter in the South. school in order to meet the Maple Valley students who Last weekend visitors of Michigan High School will be participating in Mrs. Serena Goodenough athletics during the next Athletic Association were her grandson Mr. and guidelines. school year will have an Mrs. John Goodenough from Dr. William Balger will be Huntsville, Ala., Mr. and opportunity to receive a at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Mrs. Max Van Houten from physical exam on Saturday, School on Saturday, June 1. Lake Odessa, Mr. and Mrs. June 1. All those that will be in Physical exams for boys will Lyle Van Houten and family grades 7-12 next year must be given from 8-10 a.m. Girls from Sunfield. Her grand­ have a physical exam on file exams will be given from 10 daughter Kellie Jo Swiger of in the athletic directors a.m.-12 noon. Cost to each Charlotte spent this weekend office before they will be individual is $5. Physical with her and Mr. and Mrs. examination cards are now Floyd Fisk of Findley, Ohio allowed to participate. Physical exams must be available in the high school were Sunday p.m. visitors. taken after May 15 of this office. Sorry to hear that Mr. Ernie Dies is having serious health problems. The condition of Mrs. Reinhart Zemke remains about the same ina Battle Have a Good Day! HAIRCUTS................. SgOO Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET... *5 ° ° "The Mirrors Image ..AUG wui.oi.2 uuaae.. < f no Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children LUN. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY ACTION-ADS WANTED TO BUY: Baseball and footballs cards. Paying cash. 948-8168. (5-8) CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. 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Nashville, Tuesday, May 7. 1985 — Page 8 Activities keep local scout troop busy Syrup Festival contest winners announced tertainment where the Class Rank, one year pin; The Maple Syrup Festival Chris Mudry com­ Scouts from Troop 176 took top honors in a skit contest. munications skill award, held in Vermontville each not only draws folks Tom Dunham was the The warm, summer-like family living skill award, spring from around the state to buy camporee winner of an weather provided a perfect first aid skill award, the famous syrup, but also to fingerprinting merit badge, participate in the numerous edible plant contest in which camping weekend. year pin; Lee competitions that test one’s, On April 24, the troop held one he had to create a meal from community strength, speed, skill, talent a Court of Honor at the Ossenheimer plants he found. The usual campfire United Methodist Church. living skill award, safety and patience. provided evening en- The program for the evening merit badge, camping merit In the Friday night talent was prepared and presented badge, fingerprinting .merit show that kicked off the by the Scouts for parents, badge, Star Rank; Richard festival April 26, two locals, grandparents and guests. Perrier fingerprinting Karris True and Angie Smith The Scouts were merit badge; Nick Priddy - of VermontviUe, Ut up the recognized for the following fingerprinting merit badge; night and took first place achievements: Paul Boldrey Weston Rooks - Scout Badge, dancing jazz style to “Baby, - fingerprinting merit badge fingerprinting merit badge. I’m a Star”. Taking second in the show and camping merit badge; The Land-O-Lakes District Jason Brown - cooking skill Scout Fest was held on was UPS man Gary Stalcup award, camping skill award, Saturday, April 27 at the of Union City singing “New physical fitness skill award, fairgrounds in Hastings. Cub Lives for Old”. Singing her way to third fingerprinting merit badge, Scout Packs and Boy Scout one year pin and attendance Troops throughout the was Tamera Asher of Battle award; Kevin Burd - first aid District participated in Creek with the song, “The skill award, fingerprinting demonstrating Scout skills Sweetest Thing”. There were five per­ merit badge, one year pin; which included pioneering formances that shared Garth Davison - finger­ skills, games, crafts, ar­ printing merit badge, one chery and cooking. year pin; Troop 176 presented a 4-H Rodeo Tom Dunham - citizenship demonstration of dutch oven skill award, swimming skill cooking in which they made club meeting award, fingerprinting merit corn bread, gingerbread, badge, Tenderfoot Rank, one baking powder biscuits and on May 14th David Lamance and Lee Ossenheimer at the Scout year pin; Jim Edinger - oatmeal cookies. AU of these The Eaton County 4-H Fest in Hastings. (Photo supplied) communications skill award, were baked from “scratch” Rodeo Club wiU hold a first aid skill award; Robert in the dutch oven using training and working session L X —>1 - X >1 »< ----- >«■ >« Erickson Scout Badge; charcoal. The Scouts did all on Tuesday, May 14; at 7 Mike Gillespie - finger­ the planning, preparing and p.m. at the Barry Madry printing merit badge, one cooking themselves. The farm', 4800 Ionia Road, year pin; David Lamance - results were apparently Bellevue. In the event of first aid skill award, successful as the samples rain, the training session will fingerprinting merit badge; provided for Scout Fest be held in the 4-H Building on Ron Merrill - Scout Badge, visitors were gone almost the fairgrounds in Charlotte. family living skill award, immediately. For more information on 4-H first aid skill award, The troop was pleased to rodeo activities, contact swimming skill award; receive the first place ribbon leaders Gordon Johnson at Alvin Morgan finger- for “Best of Show” at the 663-5163 or Barry Madry at printing merit badge, First event. 763-9676. The last two weeks have been busy for the Boy Scouts of Nashville Troop 176. The activities began with LandO-Lakes District Spring Camporee on April 19, 20 and 21. The Scouts joined 12 other troops at a campsite south off Hastings for a fun, yet busy They went weekend. canoeing, fishing and learned about edible plants. ■ Mother’s Day Special All Jewelry in Store 25.50% OFF New books available at library “The Women of the Bible” Randolph and Ralph Moss. by Margaret Sangster. The new field of clinical Presented in memory of ecology unravels the en­ Thressa Hess by friends and vironmental causes of mental and physical ills. neighbors. “Getting Over Getting “The Carving of Mount Rushmore” by Rex Alan High” by Bernard Green, Smith. Presented in memory Ph.D. How to overcome of Carl Lung, Sr. by John and dependency on drugs the Ruth Hughes, Sarah Hughes natural and permanent way. “Australia”. Published by and Samantha Hughes. “An Alternative Approach the National Georgraphic to Allergies” by Drs. 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Added to our Junior books are 12 books from the Creative Education Craft Series showing how to have fun doing simple crafts, cooking, gardening and sewing. fourth place, beginning with: The “Ice Crew”, Ray Martinez, John Zendejas, Dan and Pauly Salazar with their Break Dancing; Amy Roscoe, from Nashville, singing “Nothing Improves My Day;” Andy True, from VermontviUe, Up sync to “Mississippi Squirrel Revival;” Katie Harrington of Charlotte, tap dancing routine; and Trudy Vance and Greg Hampton from Eaton Rapids with a jazz dance. Honorable mention went to the “Street Jammers,” a group of dancers from Barb Franks Dance School. Judging the event were Delma Smith, Billie Marcum and Don Rasey, and the talent show Chairman was Barb Musser. In the Sunday cross-cut sawing competition, the team of Gary Goris and Dale Fisher took first with a time of 19.94 for the mens’ con­ test; and the womens’ contest produced Marg Bennett and Shirley Kane as the winners, timing in at 14.55. Larry Heney won the wood chopping contest for the men and Dove Arivett took the top spot for the women. In the fast paced pig catch, Kieth Carpenter and Damon Patrick won the seven and under competition and John Bowerman and Chad Loveland won the 10 and over spot. In the egg toss, Mickey Collier and Dayton Walker the won 12-year-old category; Jeff Starring and Randy Joostberns won the 12-40 group; and Chuck Miller and Kurt Kiser placed first for the over 40 group. 5 Call for an appointment 852-0767 slashville �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1985 — Page 9 Postmaster Jarvie shows the students how mail is divided up by sections. Heather Brenton, a third grader in Jeri Long’s class at Fuller Street School, mails an envelope containing letters to the students' pen pals in Casa Grande, Arizona. Elmer Jarvie, Nashville Postmaster, explains how a cancelling machine is used when students toured the post office last Tuesday. Local man wins Las Vegas trip 1 I Mm • wm * h । ray & -v Petit ■n^U hii r f l tai h plfetfl; r tex Th ■ tafkte II I KUtei i t ■’iteitf fete op I» Ng^g t hl ta|» | Stan Venton of Ver­ montville held the winning ticket for a trip to Las Vegas in a drawing sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club. Venton’s name was drawn Sunday, April 28. The trip is for four days and three nights. Don Hummel sold the winning ticket. SIDEWALK SALE at... COUNTRY STITCHES Select fabric $1.00 yd.; select books, patterns and gift items 75 percent off; May 9 thru 11.-Bring this ad and get one pair of shears sharpened FREE w when en you have ave one sharpened at regular price. (Good thru May 11, limit one.) COUNTRY STITCHES 145 S. Main Eaton Rapids 663-2117 May is... iM£oenr7thL f!• !• i£7L Come to... ft mu (7) - I %£ ^aV The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml 726-0257 H HOURS: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday^ Some Evenings by Appt On Mother’s Lion President Elon Baker (right) presents the trip certificate to Stan and Marie Venton. (photosupplied) Parents of handicapped children invited to workshop Parents of children and youth with all handicapping conditions are invited to attend a free workshop on special education on Wednesda May nesday, Ma 22, 22 from 7 to 9 Mother’s Day - May 12 Give her a Gift Certificate for her hair needs or A nice Blouse, Skirt, etc from our lovely clothes section Vermontville p.m. at. the Barry In­ termediate School District, Conference Room, 202 S. Broadway, Hastings. The workshop, titled “Handicapped Children at Home”, will help parents learn appropriate activities for handicapped children at home, learn about integration of handicapped children with non­ handicapped children, and learn how to cope with children’s emotional needs. 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Sizes 110,126,135mm and Disc. Offer good through 5-15-85. 4-H Dairy judging session on May 9 Eaton County 4-H Dairy members are invited to attend a dairy judging workout on Thursday, May 9. The session will begin at 8 p.m. at the Hans Langmaack farm, 1361 W. Gresham Hwy., Charlotte. For more information on the 4-H Dairy program, contact the Eaton program,contactteEaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service at 543-2310 or Mother’s Day MAY 12th A Photo Center 1985 Hallmark Cards, inc. MACE PHARMACY HOURS: 9 q.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 I I I I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 7, 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley Regular Board Meeting Wednesday, May 8,1985 7:00 p.m. 1. Consideration for the purchase of a copy machine for central office. 2. Presentation by Eaton Intermediate Superintendent Steve Hayden regarding the special education millage election scheduled to be held Mon­ day, June 10. 3. Approval of coaches as recommended by ath­ letic director Larry Lenz. Head Junior Varsity Footbal Football Gary St Onge Assistant Junior Varsity Football John Brandenburg Go|f ................................................... Mike Booher Head Varsity Girls Basketball............. Jerry Reese Varsity Wrestling Chris Ricketts Head Varsity Boys Basketbal Basketball ............. Jerry Reese Junior Varsity Boys Basketball .. John Brandenburg Positions Open: Fall and winter sports Assistant Varsity Football Junior Varsity Girls Basketball Ninth Grade Boys Basketball Eighth Grade Girls Basketball Eighth Grade Boys Basketballl Seventh Grade Girls Basketball Seventh Grade Boys Basketball Junior Varsity Wrestling Varsity Girls Volleyball Junior Varsity Volleyball Cheerleading Advisor 4. Report by athletic council members Larry Lenz, Dave Hawkins, and Wayne Cogswell regarding council meeting regarding the following. A. League recommendation to increase admis­ sion price to athletic events for adults from $2.00 to $2.50 and students from $1.00 to $1.50. This was not agreed upon at the council meeting. B. Consideration of a policy requiring a C average to participate in athletics based upon each six week marking period. C. General report related to holding athletic events on snow days when school is not in session. 5. Acceptance of bids on two school bus chassis and bus bodies. 6. Approval of eight aides for Chapter I summer reading program as recommended by director Bill Christensen. Teachers for the summer school program include Jean St. Andrew, Norma Sherman, Mary Vliek, and Cathy VanderMolen. 7. Approval of a sixth grade science book as recommended by principals Bill Christensen and Howard Yost. 8. Approval of equipment for the office block program as submitted by teacher Audrey Watson. Total amount is $3,255.20 and is part of the added cost dollars received from the State for this voca­ tional program. 9. Committee Reports. 10. Consideration of future change of underwrit­ er for MESSA insurance from employees from Equit­ able Insurance Co. to Blue Cross. Board Members and Telephone Numbers David Hawkins 852-0749 Dale Ossenheimer, Jr.852-1674 Ronald Tobias 852-9476 Wayne Cogswell Irma Gene Baker..... 726-0050 Paula Cole ... .•543-5669 LeRoy Sleeper .72 852-9745 It's easy...turn those unwanted items into cash ... with an Action Ad — 945-9554 Vermontville Council denies removal of 80-acre parcel from village limits by Shelly Sulser The Vermontville Council Thursday denied a request of local farmer Forrest Gard­ ner to remove his 80-acre parcel of land from the village limits and place itt under jurisdiction of Ver­ montville Township. Gardner said he made the request two months ago, in order to avoid paying summer taxes on the agricultural property. The council denied the request by taking no action, with Mayor Sue Villanueva stating that once land is taken out of the village, it can never be annexed in again. Village Treasurer Kay Marsh also noted that for the best interest of the village, land should not be taken out. “We should never make ourselves smaller,” she said. Gardner said the refusal by the council was “unfair and discriminatory.” He also stated that he is prepared to spend whatever it takes to get the land out of the village by taking the matter to court. After discussion about another matter, Villanueva decided to attend a May 21 meeting of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation to request the organization return the required 25 percent of the income the local scouts earned from parking fees during the festival. Councilman Don Lewis said the requirement was unfair to the scouts and that village property is used for festival parking. “In all fairness, this village should go back to the association and tell them to give the money back to the scouts,” Lewis said. Council member Lana Oster added that “They (the syrup association) don’t put one dime back into the village.” Villanueva plans to make the request on behalf of the council. President of the syrup corporation Stan Trumble who was not present at the council meeting and was unaware of the discussion Friday, said the association requires a certain per­ centage from those who participate in the festival to pay for the event. This year’s festival cost nearly $13,000 with the parade, portable toilets, advertising and buses costing the most. Although Trumble said the festival does not directly benefit the village itself, it does help the area mer­ chants and organizations a great deal. • In other discussion, Vermontville Police Chief Jim Fawcett said there were no problems with parking and traffic during the syrup festival. “Everybody was good about where they parked and everything seemed to be a lot smoother this year,” he said. Rep. Wolpe now seeking Service Academy applicants Third District Congressman Howard Wolpe (D-Lansing) is now ac­ cepting applications from high school juniors and seniors for nomination to the 9n7ation’s service academies. Students interested in admission to the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine, or Coast Guard academies in 1986 should write directly to Congressman Wolpe’s Battle Creek office (1860 West Columbia, Battle Creek, MI 49014) by Oct 31 to express their interest. An ex­ planation of application procedures will then be mailed to individuals ex- LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION School Election Notice of Last Day of Registration of the Electors off Maple Valley Schools EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT Please Take Notice that the Annual School Election of the School District will be held on Mon­ day, June 10, 1985. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER WITH THE APPROPRIATE CITY OR TOWNSHIP CLERKS, IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 10, 1985. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5:00 O'CLOCK P.M. ON MON­ DAY, MAY 13, 1985, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION. Persons planning to register with the respective city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education. PAULA COLE, Secretary, Board of Education ADDENDUM PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Intermediate School Board of Eaton Intermediate School' District, Michigan, has called a special education millage election to be held in the intermediate school district on the same day as the annual school election. The following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the election: SPECIAL EDUCATION MILLAGE PROPOSITION Shall the two mills limitation ($2.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation on the an­ nual property tax previously approved by the electors of Eaton Intermediate School District, Michigan, for the education of handicapped persons be increased by one mill ($1.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation? Electors residing within the intermediate school district must be registered with the appropriate township or city clerk by 5:00 o'clock, p.m., on Monday, May 13,1985, in order to be eligible to vote. pressing an interest in the various officer training programs. All applicants will be in­ terviewed by members of the Third Congressional District Academy Nominating Committee -- a 21 member, bipartisan panel established by Wolpe to review all ap­ plicants for nomination. The Board is cotnprised of local government officials, retired military personnel, and a cross-section of Third District residents. Tony Wawiernia of the Vermontville DPW an­ nounced Thursday that the water lines will be flushed Tuesday night, -May 7 and Wednesday night May 8. In other action, the council: —Agreed to purchase 50 tons of rock salt, at a cost of nearly $500 for the winter ice control. It will be purchased through , the Michigan Department of Management and Budget. —Accepted a bid of $1,037.50 from Willis Metier of St. Johns for the saleof the Dodge 1937 village’s firetruck. —Agreed to let Bill Benke purchase 15,000 gallons of water from the village for a swimming pool he is in­ stalling. —Agreed to let Fawcett’s wife, Anita, be included on his insurance. —Approved the purchase of 10 gallons of asphalt to fill cracks in the village streets. The filler will cost $4.50 per gallon. —Agreed to reimburse $12 to Don Lewis for the title change for the new police car. In correspondence, the clerk read a letter from Dan Griffin, a Vermontville resident, who wants a street light installed by the road near his home. Villanueva - turned the matter over to the light and street committee to explore. NOTICE of Public Hearing May 16, 1985, 7:00 p.m., Nashville Com­ munity Center. PURPOSE: Rick Vessecchia is requesting a variance in order to build a garage on property located at 712 Gregg Street. Sharlot A. Sours, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE of Public Hearing May 16, 1985, 7:00 p.m., Nashville Com­ munity Center. PURPOSE: Larry Corkwell is requesting a variance in order to build a garage on property located at 316 North State Street. Sharlot A. Sours, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents Water hydrants will be flushed Tuesday, May 7 and 4-H 'Ask the Vet' program set May 9 The program for the May 9, Eaton County 4-H Horse Committee meeting will be an “Ask the vet” session, by Dr. Judy Marteniuk. A veterinarian at the Michigan State University Clinic, Dr. Marteniuk will field questions dealing with equine and will offer helpful tips. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be held at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Dr. Marteniuk’s session will follow the brief business meeting. The program is open to anyone interested and all 4-H horse and pony project members, leaders and parents are encouraged to attend. For more in­ formation on the Eaton County 4-H Horse Program, contact the Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. ACTION-ADS LOST: Bay mare pony, in vicinity of Carlisle and Curtis. Phone 852-9694, Nashville. Wednesday, May 8. Village of Nashville SPRING CLEAN-UP The Village of Nashville has contracted a firm for spring clean-up. On MAY 4, 1985 they will pick up ONLY Washington St. north to the village limits and on MAY 11, 1985 they will pick up ONLY Washington St. south to the village limits. This will be the only clean-up this year. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: • NO Appl iances. • NO Concrete. • NO Dirt. • NO Hazardous waste (such as liquids, paints, oil, etc.) • NO Loose brush (all brush must be bundled in bundles no larger than 3 ft. by 5 ft. and nothing over 50 lbs.) • NO Boxes or bundles, etc. bigger than 3 ft. by 5 ft. • NO Boxes, bundles, etc. over 50 lbs. Please adhere to these restrictions. If the Village has to pick up anything left at the curbside by the contracted firm, the resident will be charged a $15.00 fee per pick up. Village of Nashville Department of Public Works Committee �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 7, 1985 — Page 11 This Week in Lansing— Financial Crisis on farms prompts program for state A four-part program to help Michigan farmers survive the widespread financial crisis was recently introduced by Governor Blanchard. The program provides a response to the economic distress that many farmers and farm-related businesses are experiencing. As currently written, the tetajWdlpi ■NO­ niB ultaW- proposal Would: -Deposit approximately $70 million in farm-area banks to be loaned to far­ mers at below market rates in time for spring planting. —Establish the Michigan Agriculture Assistance Network, to coordinate emergency financial, family and other services available from federal, state and local CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT FOR A BALANCED FEDERAL BUDGET - The Michigan House of Represen­ tatives has approved a resolution calling upon the U.S. Congress to enact a constitutional amendment requiring a balanced federal budget. The Michigan Senate previously approved a similar resolution which included a call for a constitutional convention to insure that the U.S. Congress would act on the proposal. Attempts to include the con­ stitutional convention language in the House version failed. However, the Senate will be voting on the House-passed resolution later this spring, and may reinstate the con­ vention language. MICHIGAN WEEK REMINDER - Michigan Week this year is May 18-25. Watch your local papers for related events! EXOTIC WEAPONS BAN PROPOSED - Commercially available exotic martial arts weapons, which are currently unrestricted under state law, would be outlawed under legislation recently introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. The proposal would outlaw the sale of such deadly weapons as shurikens (multipointed, star-shaped Objects), flail sticks, brass knuckles, devices which conceal knives and other exotic weapon-like devices including tekagis, shukos, nunchakus, zoobows, shinobi-zues and marikigusaris. “CHOP SHOP” LEGISLATION INTRODUCED - House Bill 4583 has been introduced in the Michigan House in an effort to combat car theft rings and “chop shop” operations. The bill would require auto dealers to keep records of motor vehicle parts purchases. Auto thefts in Michigan have risen 40 percent over the past five years. In 1983 alone, 67,235 cars were stolen in Michigan. Of that total, 42,505 were stolen in Detroit. NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION WEEK AND “BIKE TO WORK” DAY - For the fourth consecutive year, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is sponsoring Bike-to-Work Day on Tuesday, May 14, as part of National Transportation Week, May 12-18. Over 70,000 Americans commute to work daily by bicycle, the MDOT reports. 1 EASY-TO-READ BUSINESS TAX BOOKLET AVAILABLE - A new guide written in everyday language and clarifying the state’s sales and use tax laws for businesses is now available from the Michigan Department of Treasury. To obtain a copy of the guide, call the Depart­ ment of Treasury in Lansing at (517) 373-8891. The guides are also available at the 12 regional State Treasury offices and through business and trade associations. governments, private agencies and the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service. Caseworkers will provide information and cut red tape for farmers in need. A tollfree hotline (1-800-346FARM) and will link callers to the network from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. -Expand the Emergency Management Assistance Team program operated by the Cooperative Extension Service. The teams work in the field to help farmers evaluate their management systems and adopt more efficient practices. -Speed up a family farm financial survey currently being conducted by the state Department of Agriculture. Results of the survey will allow state lawmakers to better plan programs to assist farmers and agribusiness. The Governor said that when Michigan farmers are threatened, Michigan is threatened. He’s absolutely correct. Officials estimate that 10,000 of Michigan’s 65,000 farmers could be hurt this year by a shortage of credit. Banking spokesmen say that state farmers will begin this planting season with more than $700 million in outstanding loans. Our state government must respond quickly to the crisis. Agriculture is our second most important in­ dustry and our economic well being is dependent upon a strong farm community. I pledge to do all I can to approve this proposal as soon as possible. Bills Would bring MESC Into Conformity With Federal Law Two bills to bring the Michigan Employment Security Commission (MESC) into conformity with federal law and make it more cost efficient were recently introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. (Sponsored by Mt. Clemens Republican George Furton) The First bill would repeal the requirement that the MESC appoint 20 full time people on an ex­ perimental basis to assist employers and represent claimants in unemployment compensation proceedings. There is no federal VIDEO SHOWCASE Over 100 VHS titles to choose from including ... Altered States, The Blues Brothers, The Dark Crystal, Eddie Mur­ phy Delerious, Pink Panther, An Officer and a Gentleman ... many, many more. — Grand Opening Special —­ All Tape Rentals ............................ *3.50 PER DAY provision for these positions, and by eliminating them the state would realize con­ siderable savings. When the Legislature first considered these positions, it was with the intention that half of the people would assist small businesses and the other half would help the claimants. Unfortunately, the MESC has hired all 20 to help claimants, and businesses were left with nothing. The second bill would permit the MESC to make only one benefit adjustment per year despite changes in the tax rate. Unemployment benefits are based on the after-tax income of each person who qualifies. But since the social security, state and federal taxes have changed rather frequently over the past few years, the MESC has had to respond by making ad­ justments in benefits several times in the same year. This piece of legislation will simply make the MESC operation more efficient and less costly by reducing the time and number of computer runs necessary to make the adjustments. The two bills (HBs 4428 and 4429) have been sent to the House Labor Committee for consideration. May 8 - 4-H Horse leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 9 - Fair Board meeting, fair office, fairgrounds, Hastings, 8 p.m. May 9-11 - 4-H Dog Care and Training Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. May 11 - Multi-County Style Show, Eastbrook Mall, Grand Rapids. May 15-4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. May 19 - 4-H Horse Show (Point) - 8:30 a.m., fairgrounds, Hastings. May 20 - 4-H Rabbit Quiz Bowl, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. You're invited to the ... Maple Valley Alumni Assoc. — ANNUAL — Alumni Banquet MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL 11090 Nashville Highway, Nashville, Ml Saturday, May 25, 1985 Family Style Banquet of Ham & Chicken...All the Trimmings The school will be open at 5:00 p.m. for persons wishing to visit and reminisce. Coffee and punch will be available also before the dinner hour at 7:00 p.m. Din* ner will be served at 7:00 p.m. Due to a large mailing list, invitations are mailed to those who attended the previous year, and those on each five year basis, starting with the 1985 class, in other words this year invitations go to Classes ‘65, ‘60. *55, *50, *45. Reservations for yourself and guests may be sent to the treasurer not later than May 25,1985. The meal will be *6.00 per person and dues for the alumni are *1.00. (For the current year only). Reservations should be made payable to the treasurer and mailed to: Larry Filter, Treasurer, 209 Francis Street, Nashville, MI 49073 or telephone 517-852-1878. You may pick up your tickets at the door the night of the banquet. Whether you plan to attend or not, please complete the enclosed form with your dues and return to the treasurer so we can keep your address up to date. If you know of any marriages or deaths in the past year or any of your classmates, please note the same on the back of the form. Also, be sure to write your school and class year on the form when you return it. Thank you for your help and we hope to see you at the banquet. CLIP AND RETURN Circle School Vermontville Nashville Maple Valley Class of Maiden First Name Spouse’s School Spouse's N OPEN 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. MON. thru SAT.' May 7 - 4-H mandatory fair meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Alumni Time 1985 Through May 31st Only Extra Day, Non-member®150 Extra Day, Member . .s125 Kirt Petersen, Owner John Mater, Manager Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 to stop the abuse, making her an accomplice. Yet, she has broken no laws. As a result, prosecutors are only able to charge the boyfriend with child abuse, but not the child’s mother. In such cases, juries sometimes refuse to convict the boyfriend, because they feel it is wrong to convict him and not the mother, too. Although it is the moral duty of parents, custodians and guardians to act under such circumstances, many fail to take action until it’s too late. I hope this legislation will prevent the daily tragedy that occurs when a third party beats a child in the presence of a parent or protector who, in turn, does nothing. That is a crime that should be dealt with accordingly. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Bill Would Require Parents To Stop Violent Acts Against Children Parents fo children who are abused in their presence, as well as the perpetrator of the abuse, could face serious criminal sanctions for failing MEMBERSHIP is ... s25.00/YEAR 24 Hrs., Non-memberss400 24 Hrs. Members ... ,s300 to stop the violent acts under legislation recently in­ troduced in the Michigan House. Under current law, the parent who is present during an attack against a child is not subject to criminal sanction. Under the Child Abuse Bill (HB 4565, in­ troduced by Representative David Honigman), the parent confronted with child abuse would be duty-bound to either contact law en­ forcement officials or remove the child from harm’s way. If the parent fails to act, he or she may incur a severe penalty. An example of what this bill addresses would be the case of a single mother whose live-in boyfriends abuses her child. In many cases, the mother neither reported the abuse, nor tries Vermontville Nashville Last Maple Valley Class of Last M Street/Route Cit Please hold State Zip reservations for me at $6 each. Enclosed total $ Make checks payable to ... LARRY FILTER, TREASURER I am not attending this year. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 7. 1985 — Poge 12 Obituaries Letha A. McDiarmid SUNFIELD - Mrs. Letha A. (Guy) McDiarmid, 81, of 124 Grand Ledge Hwy., Sunfield, passed away Wednesday, April 17,1985, at Ionia County Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 27, 1903 in Vermontville. She was the daughter of J ohn and Addie Guy. On March 20, 1924 she married Devilo McDiarmid. Most of their married life was spent in and around the Sunfield area. The McDiarmids had 13 children. June Munoz of Battle Creek, Bill of Mulliken, Everett of Eagle, Marie at home, Dean of Portland, Doris Young of Charlotte, Lyle of Charlotte, Deloris Hiatt of Sunfield, Joyce Neeb of Clarksville, Alice Worden (deceased), Bernard of Lake Odessa, Neil (deceased), and Linda Suntken of Woodland. Her husband, Devilo, preceded her in death in 1952. She was the grandmother of 53 and great - grand­ mother of 78. Three grand­ children preceded her in death, Bill, Bruce and Bobby, also three great grandchildren, Aaron, Rachel and Melissa. She also is survived by a brother, Carl Guy of Mulliken, Archie of Ver­ montville and sister Irene Guy of Vermontville. Services were held Saturday, April 20, at MapesFisher Funeral Home in Sunfield. Mr. Edgar EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties OFFERING COMPLETE... 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He was a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Workers. Mr. Powers is survived by his wife, Audrey; four sons, James and Lewis Powers of Nashville, Glenn Powers of Vermontville, and Milton Powers of Shelton, Wash.; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Brenda Sexton of Nashville and Mrs. Diana Jones of Grand Rapids; 13 grand­ children; six stepgrand­ children; 12 great - grand­ children; and one great stepgrandchild. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wed- GAME SALE draw* 0 Wif 5 0 i GET INSTANT CASH!! SELL THOSE ODDS & ENDS and HOUSEHOLD ITEMS YOU'RE NOT PUTTING TO USE WITH a Reminder r CALL \ 945-9554 TODAY! 26,000 copies of your ad will JUESDA personal ad. nesday, May 1, at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. The Rev. Robert G. Taylor officiated. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Putnam Library Children’s Wing in Nashville. — 0— Baby Boy DeCamp VERMONTVILLE - Baby Boy DeCamp, infant son of Brad and Dawn (Mc­ Crimmon) DeCamp of 802 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, died Thursday, May 2, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. Private family services were held at Riverside Cemetery Babyland in Hastings. Baby DeCamp was born on May 2, 1985, at Pennock Hospital, the son of Brad and Dawn (McCrimmon) DeCamp. Surviving are his parents; paternal grandparents, Bob and Arlene DeCamp of Nashville; maternal grandparents, Ken and Gert McCrimmon of Ver­ montville; and great grandparents. Arrangements were made by Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, May 8-9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., MAEH “Spring Event”, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Thursday, May 9-7:30 p.m., Eaton County Teen meeting, 4­ H Bldg., fairgrounds. Thursday, May 9 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Development meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Thursday, May 9-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Judging Clinic, Hans Langmaack Farm, 1361 W. Gresham Hwy., Charlotte. May 11-17 - Eaton County Clean-up Week. Tuesday, May 14-7 p.m., Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club meeting, Barry Madry’s, 4800 S. Ionia Rd., Bellevue. Tuesday, May 14-7:30 p.m., Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Thursday, May 16-7 p.m., Colorado Exchange meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Friday, May 17-8 p.m., 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl, Hans Langmaack’s, 1361 W. Gresham Hwy., Charlotte. Saturday, May 18 -10 a.m. - 5 p.m.,“Getting to Know You-th Day”, Fitzgerald Park, Grand Ledge. Saturday, May 18 -10:30 a.m., Beef Poster Contest judging, Fitzgerald Park, Grand Ledge. Monday, May 20 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Fair Board meeting, fair office, fairgrounds. Monday, May 20-7 p.m., Small Animal Trophy and Fun­ draising Committee meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Tuesday, May 21-7:30 p.m., Eaton County Jr. Livestock Association meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Wednesday, May 23 - “Spring Tour” - Jackson area, spon­ sored by MAEH. Reservations required. Tuesday, May 28 - 6:30 p.m., 4-H Dog Clinic, 4-H Bldg., Charlotte Fairgrounds. Thursday, May 30 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Exploration Day Orien­ tation, 4-H Bldg., Charlotte Fairgrounds. Maple Valley Schools MOWER BLADES LUNCH MENU Fuller St. Lunch Menu Monday, May 13 Chicken Patties, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit Mix, Butter Sandwich, 4th Grade Parent’s Week. Tuesday, May 14 Pizza Buns, Corn, Pears, Cookie. Wednesday, May 15 Cold Plate (Meat, Cheese, Potato SAlad, Crackers, Celery, Carrots), Peas, Applesauce, Butter Sand­ wich. Thursday, May 16 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Sweet Potatoes, Fruit Choice, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Friday, May 17 Sliced Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Butter Sandwich. Note: Milk is served.with each meal. Maple Valley School Jr.-Sr. High And Kellogg Monday, May 13 Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers, Tri-Taters, Peas, Pears. Tuesday, May 14 Hot Dogs, French Fries, Baked1 Beans, Fruit Juice. Wednesday, May 15 Taco’s, Lettuce and Cheese, Sweet Potatoes, Applesauce. Thursday, May 16 Fishwich, Tarter Sauce, Cole Slaw, Peaches, Cookie.(Sr. Citizens). Friday, May 17 Pizza, Corn, Pears. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. ACTION-ADS MIKE’S HAULING SER­ VICE: Weekly trash pick up or by appointment. We take everything. 517-726-0272, Vermontville. (5-14) Check out our reg. prices on high quality exact replace blades. John Deere 47” ’17?^ John Deere 34” $1O«? Wheel Horse 42” Side ’17$ Simplicity 42” ’17?° Dynamark36” ’ll°sg Dynamark42” $165s° Toro Whirlwind 21” . ’1O°° Lawn boy 21”............ *5°° Many other blades available. We do repair work on all makes and models of equipment. Transmission, Engine, Rebuild mower decks. Parts for many brands are available thru us. Maple Valley Lawn & Garden SALES and SERVICE (Corner of Nashville Highway and Arbor Road) Phone... (517) 726-0133 Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg $3595 w/built in regulator... w/exchg. *4595 w/exchg $3595 Most Starters... Starters w/solnoid.................... w/exchg Water Pumps...... w/exchg ’4295 ’2995 instock for most American Cars k Olily $2^ for 5 Words Each/Additional Word 1O 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call 9 to 5:30 Daily New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville,. Tuesday, May 7, 1985 — Page 13 Keep Up To Date....... Puddings Are In J &X\ w w\ £ SK Sx? Sx *&£$ L.’’■’•W Wiifc #2"...'//» ®W .tt «BlW anyotherblatoatoble. il, taw bi ed!,FrtljwfWn» IUhIMi The trend toward old fashioned American cooking has a lot going for it. People are beginning to appreciate the simple but delicious dishes which were enjoyed a generation or so ago. One kind of pudding or another was almost the standard dessert. Pies and cakes were usually just for Sun­ day dinner and holidays. Cornstarch pudding, the base of many a dessert, is quite easy to make and you may have a favorite recipe, but we now have some excellent pudding mixes which will save you a bit of time. Use whichever you prefer for a layered date pudding. Averaging only about 22 calories per fruit, Sun Giant dates provide relatively large amounts of iron, potassium and niacin, along with moderate amounts of calcium, cop­ per and magnesium. They’re low in sodium, contain no cholesterol and only a trace of fat. Fresh Sun Giant dates are on the market all year, so feel free to enjoy them in many ways. Remem­ ber to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Great for snacks. Elegant Layered Date Pudding This recipe serves four. For a party to serve ten or twelve, triple the recipe. 1 package instant vanilla pudding 1 tablespoon rum or brandy or 1/2 teaspoon rum or brandy flavoring 1 cup chopped Sun Giant dates 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3/4 cup water Whipped cream Prepare pudding according to package directions or make your own. Set aside. Mix flavoring, dates, lemon juice and water and bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer until water is almost absorbed but not dry, 3 to 4 minutes. Watch carefully to keep from scorching. Cool to room temperature. Beginning with the pudding, alternate layers of pudding and date mixture in individual glasses or sherbet dishes. Chill until serving time. Top with a dollop of whipped cream. For a large recipe, layer in a large glass bowl and serve from the table or The Maple Valley Chapter of the Future Farmers Association will hold its annual awards banquet at 7 p.m. Monday, May 13 in the high school cafeteria. Amos Fox will be the featured speaker during the program. Displays featuring accomplishments of FFA members will be exibited and scrapbooks from past years will be available. The meal will be potluck and everyone is invited to attend. S V... US... Lung Awareness Day, May 8th Reason #30: 80-90% of all deaths from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis) in America can be traced to smoking. at Southeastern Mcfwgan 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Cail . . . give our buffet. Guaranteed to be a smashing success. Date Sour Cream Ambrosia A No-Cook Pudding 1/2 cup dairy sour cream 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel Pinch of salt 4 oranges, peeled and sliced 1 cup halved Sun Giant dates 1/2 cup flaked coconut Combine first four ingredients and chill. Layer remaining ingredients in a serving bowl. Chill. Serve into dessert dishes and top with sour Bret A. Busick Army Pvt. Bret A. Busick, son of Richard D. and Helen D. Buskick of 11667 Edgewood Drive, Bellevue, has completed basic training at Fort Dix, N.J. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. He is a 1980 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. Daniel II. Brown Daniel H. Brown, son of Roger J. Brown of Rimrock, Ariz., has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of technical sergeant. iL i*L* flUtJfS'"' Reasons *°Support When you want results ... classified cream mixture. An ideal made-ahead dessert. Serves 4 to 6. Desert Date Milk Shakes An old fashioned treat from the Sun Giant date gardens in California. 1 cup chopped Sun Giant dates 11/4 cups milk 1 pint vanilla ice cream (ice milk for calorie watchers) Blend dates and 1/2 cup of the milk in a blender until pureed. Add remaining milk and ice cream and blend on low speed until smooth. Pour immediately into chilled glasses. Makes about four 8-ounce glasses. Serving Our Country Jennifer D. Grimes Jennifer D. Grimes, daughter of Philip H. and Peggy M. Byington of 411 S. Main St., Vermontville, was commissioned an Army second lieutenant upon graduating from the Officer Candidate School, Fort Benning, GA. During the 14-week course, students were trained in leadership, small unit tactics and infantry weapons. They also received instruction in map and aerial photograph reading and com­ munications. Her husband, Army Spec. 6 Philip A. Grimes, is the son of Al N. and Jeaninne Grimes of 3906 Churchill, Lansing. She is a 1974 graduate of Capitol City Baptist Schools, Holt. FFA plans awards banquet Mt < Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 114 " pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Brown is an electronic warfare systems technician at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., with the Keesler Technical Training Center. His wife, Dawn, is the daughter of Maurice D. and Helen M. Belson of 820 N. Main, Nashville. He is a 1971 graduate of Coconino High School, Flagstaff, Ariz. department a call! If you want to turn your unwanted items into cash, we'll help you write an ad that will get fast results! Whatever you want to buy or sell, you'll get action with a Want Ad! It's easy ..turn those unwanted items into cash... with an Action Ad — Call 945-9554 Gift Ideas for Mom Lawn Furniture A. 8' Picnic Table B. Patio Table & 4 Chairs C. Glider Chair D. Lawn Glider *5995 . $19529 $5795 $g250 Maple Valley sr. citizens meeting The Maple Valley Senior Citizens will meet Thursday, May 16th at Maple Valley Jr. Sr. High School for the final meeting of the school year. The meeting will begin at 12:45 and will be held in the cafeteria. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. and will cost $1.30. Following lunch Sandy Vogelsong will present a program on clothing, food, and slides on Indonesia. For reservations call 852-9275. Hagerwood Storage Barns 8'xl2' with floor you build, all materials needed to, erect Retired School Personnel meeting The Barry County Association of Retired School Personnel will hold its May meeting at Dowling United Methodist Church at noon Wednesday, May 22. Hostess: Catherine Pittman (721-8542). For reservations, call Lydia Burchett at 721­ 8557 or her helper Evelyn Tasker or any of the following: Lucille Brown, 367-4821; Bernice Carter, 795-9023; Margaret Johnson, 945-2050; Reva Schantz, 852­ 9243 or Helen Tucker, 945­ 4147. *373 All Prices Cash & Carry. Tax Not Included. Prices Good thru May 11. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARB DEUVERIMG-PLUOIIKG-ESTIMITIMG-SIVIIIG Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday. May "f. 1w5— Page 14 Joyce Rathburn receives scouting award recently in this area makes her a very by Jeri Baker Recently, adult volunteers deserving recipient of this and staff from Michigan award. Congratulations, Capitol Girl Scout Council Joyce! Another service unit assembled in East Lansing for their annual business­ director and troop leader receiving an award that awards meeting. At the conclusion of the night was Alice Billings from business half of the meeting, Charlotte. Alice received the Cer­ area leaders and volunteers in other positions received tificate of Appreciation, the special recognitions for jobs second highest award given by our council. This award well done. Joyce Rathburn, service unit director for Ver­ montville-Sunfield Girl Scout leaders, was nominated for and received the Area Award for our area. Letters of support from other volunteers as well as board of director approval are required before one may receive this award. A Vermontville teenager Joyce’s active support and was one of five students involvement in Girl Scouting representing various areas recognizes the high level ot service given at council level by Alice and also requires letters of recommendation and board of director ap­ proval. Nice job, ladies! Your dedication, hard work and valuable service are ap­ preciated by all who have had the opportunity to work with you. Joyce Rathburn of Vermontville (second from left) was one of the volunteers who received recognition for contributing to the Girl Scout program. (photo supplied) Vermontville girl wins free prom from mall throughout West Michigan who won a free prom night in random drawings at TO VISIT OUR BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding . . a day that she will hold dear all through their lives together. We invite you to stop in and start with the finest in . . . 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She won all of the same prizes as Nicole, but will arrive at her prom in a helicopter at Reeths-Puffer High School. Other winners were Kim Church, 17, of Godwin Heights, Wyoming; Christoph Klein, 18, an ex­ change student from Munich, Germany, attending Ottawa Hills High School; and Bobbi Knipfer, 17; of Big Rapids. The Grand Prize winner will be taking off in the helicopter from the Woodland Shopping Center parking area south of the new wing on the evening of May 18. Banner Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 - Secretary of State Richard Austin reminded all motorists that springtime in Michigan means motor­ cycles on Michigan high­ ways. “Michigan’s winter is too severe to permit operation of motorcycles so motorcyclists usually wait out winter for the first days of spring to ride,” Austin said. “The spring brings out-of­ practice motorcyclists and motorists who have not shared the road with motorcyclists for several months, and this un­ fortunately leads to fatalities,” he added. State Police statistics show 18 motorcyclists died in highway crashes as of April 21 of this year. In 1984 151 motorcyclists died on Michigan highways. “Many motorists who are involved in such crashes say they did not see the motorcyclist,” Austin noted. 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Each features dash­ mounted inline shifting, big tires for extra traction, electric start, dependable Briggs & Stratton l/C engines and many other standard featu res. r 90 DAY FREE FINANCING • NO INTEREST • NO PAYMENTS Maple Valley Lawn & Garden — SALES & SERVICE — Corner of Nashville Hwy and Arbor Rd. Phone... 726-0133 �The AAaple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 7, 1985 — Page 15 Open Dally: 9-9: Sun. 11-5 SALE Protect yourself when handling chemicals “Few chemicals used on the farm at this time of year are more dangerous than anhydrous ammonia. A moment’s carelessness can result in permanent injury,” says Roger A. Betz, Ex­ tension Agricultural Agent. “The most abused safety factor is failure to wear gloves and goggles - the minimum in personal protection — when tran­ sferring anhydrous ammonia,” says Howard J. Doss, Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service agricultural safety specialist. Several factors make anhydrous ammonia a potential threat: its ex­ tremely cold temperature, which can freeze skin tissue on contact; its caustic nature, which can burn skin; its attraction to moisture (this means anhydrous ammonia will be readily attracted to lungs and eyes); and the extreme pressure under which it is stored. Even a pinhole leak can be a serious hazard. “The goggles should completely cover the eyes and be tight fitting. Ordinary glasses will afford little protection,” Doss says. “The gloves should be designed for handling anhydrous am­ monia. Never use ordinary houshold or work gloves. Purchase proper gloves at the local elevator or from the anhydrous ammonia sup­ plier.” A five-gallon supply of fresh water should be im­ mediately available for washing and flushing in case ofa spill. Because anhydrous ammonia . is readily ab­ sorbed by water, the water should be changed daily. Doss also advises carrying a small plastic eyewash bottle filled with water in a shirt piocket for immediate use in case of a blast of anhydrous ammonia in the face. If liquid ammonia touches. the skin or eyes, the affected area should be immediately and continuously flushed with copious amounts of water for at lest 15 minutes. Use only water for first aid treatment - do not apply ointments or powders to the affected area. “If any kind of an accident with anhydrous ammonia occurs, the individual should not delay in seeing a doctor,” Doss says. “I know of at least one farmer who inhaled anhydrous ammonia and did not get medical attention. Today, that individual’s lungs are so filled with scar tissue that he is dependent on an oxygen bottle and is no longer farming.” The anhydrous ammonia nurse tank and the field applicator and other equipment should be checked daily. Use some common sense and inspect for potential problems and then replace or repair before an accident happens. 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Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 45 —Tuesday, May 21, 1985 Survey lists newspaper as top source of info (Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is aimed at improving the public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. In a battery of questions seeking sources of in­ formation about the Maple Valley Schools, voters were first asked where they get most of their information about the Maple Valley Public Schools. Four Kellogg sixth graders take top honors in math competition by Shelly Sulser Four Kellogg sixth graders who participated in the Eaton County Math Day competition Wednesday at Olivet College placed first in their division, earning a trophy and individual cer- Kellogg sixth graders took home top honors after sweeping all math categories at the recent Eaton County Math Day competition. Shown with their awards are: (kneeling in front) Danny Lundquist and Ryan Rosin. In center with their trophy is Levi Schantz and Emily Butler. In back are the Kellogg sixth grade teachers Mr. Slag, Miss Polanski and Mrs. Briggs. tificates for being the overall winners of participating sixth grade students. After taking the top spots in all three contests, their scores totaled to win Kellogg first place. In the Quick Calculations category where students are tested for math speed and accuracy, Ryan Rosin placed first and Emily Butler took second place. In the Dual Dig contest, where students work in pairs to solve math problems, Danny Lundquist and Emily Butler finished in the top spot and in Math Jeopardy, the four person team consisting of Levi Schantz, Emily Butler, Ryan Rosin and Danny Lundquist scored well to win. Kellogg sixth grade teacher and math coach Sandra Briggs called the students’ scores “out­ standing. “We are all extremely proud of their ac­ complishment at math day.” she said. At Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High, the seventh and eighth grade students also scored well. Melissa Barnhart, eighth grade, won the Quick Calculations contest, and she and Aaron Walker, also an eighth grader, tied for first place in Dual Dig. Seventh graders Angie Bahs and Dawn Ludquist were the first place winners in Dual Dig. MVHS freshmen and Maplewood sixth graders also participated in the competition. The study revealed the leading source of in­ formation about the schools, for both parents and “non­ parents” (people who have no children in the public schools) is the Maple Valley News. Of the parents respoding to the survey, 73 percent say most of the in­ formation they get comes from the Maple Valley News, while 69 percent of non­ parents say the same. Most persons interviewed reported multiple sources of information, including that of word- of mouth from friends and from the respondents’ own children. Other sources include flyers or newsletters in the mail, the Reminder the Banner, and school board members and meetings. Reliance on the Maple Valley News as the major source of information about the schools becomes even more apparent when the following question is asked, at a later point, the survey said. Of. all the survey respondents in the Maple Valley School District, 82 percent said that when there is a school election and millage proposal on the ballot, they find out about it through the Maple Valley News. This is more than four outoffive voters responding, and two of three staff respondents (66 percent) cite the Maple Valley News as their major source of in­ formation. Approximatley 58 percent of all respondents said the best way to inform the public is to have more information in the newspaper. Sixty-five percent of the staff said the same. “This indicates a very high reliance on the Maple Valley News,” Feaster said. In another survey topic, the staff was asked if they felt free to share their suggestions and concerns with supervisors or ad­ ministrators in the district. Fifty-seven percent of all the staff said they do feel free, while 41 percent said they don’t. When asked why, 20 percent of all the staff said the administrators don’t listen, their minds are closed and they don don’t’t want suggestions, the report said. A plurality of staff members (47 percent) feel they are not given adequate consideration when they offer a suggestion or express a concern; a plurality (46 percent) also say they are not informed of any action taken in response to their concern or suggestion. When asked what they like about the school system, 34 percent of all respondents said they like it because it is small and has a friendly atmosphere. Fourty-four percent of the public school parents said the same as did 24 non-parents. Only one percent of all respondents said they felt there was good discipline in the schools, while the majority said they didn’t have any particular praise for the schools. About 50 percent of all staff praised the staff, they were saying cooperative and dependable, while 44 percent of nonContinued on page 15 Stevensville officials visit Nashville for Mayor Exchange Day, Monday Stevensville officials visited Nashville yesterday as a part of the annual Mayor Exchange Day, where of­ ficials of towns of similar size visit each other. Here, Stevensville Mayor Barney Vasdick and some other oL ficials enjoy some refreshment before touring Nash­ ville. Later, Nashville Mayor John Hughes presented the visitors with a key to the village. Nashville authorities will make the return trip tomorrow. 80th birthday celebration set Angie Bahs, 7th, Melissa Barnhart, 8th, Aaron Walker, Sth, and Dawn Lundquist, 7th, took home first place awards from the county math day. An 80th birthday open house will be held in honor of Fern Hawblitz from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 26 at the Maple Grove Township Hall, Nashville. Everyone is welcome. No gifts please. The hall is located on M-66, on the south edge of Nashville. MY 2 2’85 Nashville Police Chief Gene Koetje and Stevensville Police Chief Paul Bailey exchange information about ■heir .own., HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY H 121 S. CHURCH STREET Hastings. Mic Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, May 21, 1985 — Page 2 Elmer Jarvie retires after 9 years as local postmaster Elmer Jarvie drills a hole in some wood as he prepares to build a baby cradle in his rural Nashville woodshop situated behind his home. had by far,” Jarvie said of wall clocks, corner cabinets by Shelly Sulser serving as postmaster. and other woodcrafted He is a man with many items. Although Elmer Jarvie interests, often found gar­ But Jarvie, who retired as enjoyed his nine years as postmaster May 10, will dening in the summer or Nashville postmaster, he is continue to be a familiar face taking a ride on his motor­ looking forward to getting at the post office working as cycle. But Jarvie’s favorite back into his workshop to a part-time clerk. way of passing the time is to build his specially designed spend hours in his fully “It’s the best job I’ve ever equipped workshop, creating his own designs and bringing them to life. For nearly 30-years Jarvie has developed his wood­ crafting skills, and recalls when he first took interest in it in 1956. “I guess the first thing I built was an end table,” the former high school shop teacherremembers. “I never was interested in taking wood shop classes when I was in high school,” he said. “I just sort of got interested later on.” Before becoming the Nashville postmaster in 1976, Jarvie would often take orders and make grand­ father clocks or other items made to fit customers’ specifications. But when he started working at the post office, his craft took the back burner. “All three of my children happened to be in college at the same time,” Jarvie noted. So paying their way was the priority in those days. Shop Now that Mark and Joy 157 S. Main, Vermontville are out of school, and Joe is soon to graduate, Jarvie’s 726-0330 semi-retirement will allow him the freedom to design his own handiwork and put it up for sale, rather than Grandfather Clocks at one time were among the most demanded items that Jarvie created. Call Laruie or Nancy for that “Easy Care cut or Perm for the Summertime. How do you get premium homeowner’s insurance at a discount? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowner Policy discounts do just that. There are a number of premium discounts you might qualify for, and they could reduce your costs by as much as 40 percent! Get broad homeowners coverage, from a reputable source— at the price you want. Just ask your “no problem” Auto­ Owners agent about homeowner’s discounts. It’s no problem with Auto-Owners. ^uto-Ounen Insurance ThsPNo Prtbfam People, - Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Elmer Jarvie, recently retired as postmaster in Nashville now spends more time in his wood working shop. a home economics teacher at wood to use because “it taking orders and rushing to Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High sands easy and molds to meet deadlines. School, live comfortably in what you want,” Jarvie said. “I enjoy building things He also often crafts items the country, north of Nash­ from scratch,” Jarvie out of wild cherry and ville, and find it relaxing. commented. “I can goof off again,” sometimes oak and hard In an effort to sell his work, Jarvie plans to attend Jarvie said about having maple. Aside from his regular more time to enjoy his art in arts and craft shows as he activities, Jarvie also plans the workshop he built 12 did in the past. Jarvie recalls to take up golf so “when I get years ago. one occasion when he had Before fashioning an item, tired of the sawdust I can go entered a show years ago at Jarvie selects the ap- and chase the golf ball the Woodland Mall. Black around as they say," he “The lady I talked to propriate wood. wasn’t too sure she wanted walnut is his favorite type of laughed. me at the show because it seemed they wanted some real high quality stuff. So I sent her some pictures of my work and she was thrilled,” Jarvie noted. “She even gave me free advertising on the radio when they announced the show.” Huge china cabinets, gun cabinets and baby cradles are among his specialities. One of his first projects now will be to build more cradles. Paid for by the Vernon Reid Election Committee Jarvie and his wife ,Junia, Vernon Reid for MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL BOARD June 10 Election �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, May 21, 1985 — Page 3 Adult Ed students tour state capitol On the evening of April 22, Maple Valley Adult Ed ucation students and families met with State Rep. Ro­ bbert Bender and visited the Capitol in Lansing. The group was able to observe the House of RepresenRepresen­ tatives in session. Rep. Bender then held a question and answer period. It was an interesting and infor­ mative meeting. Pictured are (from left): Front Row: Kay Hartzler, Coordinator Maple Valley Community Education; Shawn Chesebro, Steve Morgan, Damien Chesebro, Chad Dockter, Jamie Dockter, Representative Robert Bender. Second Row: Pam Morgan, Lance Dockter, Chris Dockter. Third Row: Phyllis Dawson, Rose Dawson, Vicke Chesebro, Jo Anne Reid, Dennis Wood. Fourth Row: Jody Moore, Ken Shilton, Randy Perrier, Shon Harwood, Manny Smith, Instructor,, and Kim Whitmore. . (photo supplied) From our readers An open letter to the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Association: Greens to observe 50th anniversary Richard and Feme Green, of 617 Washington St., Nashville, will observe their golden wedding anniver­ sary with an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, in the United Methodist Church Social Room, the church is at the corner of Washington and State Street, in Nashville. The party is being hosted by sons Richard L. Green of Traverse City, Sidney and Agnes Green of Nash­ ville and six of their nine grandchildren. Three married grand daughters and three greatgrandchildren reside in Oklahoma. Richard and the former Feme Schulze were wed June 1, 1935 in a double wedding ceremony with Feme's sister, Frieda and Mr. A. E. Trim at their parent's country home in Nashville, Both Mr. and Mrs. Trim are deceased. The Greens owned a business in Nashville for 32 years - doing precision and custom work. They turned that Conarm over to their son, Richard, in 1977. Richard has served as Nashville Lions Club presi­ dent; is a 32nd degree Mason and Life member of Nashville Lodge No. 255 F and AM, and a past member of DeWitt Clinton Consistory, Grand Rapids, He served six and one-half years lack on the county board and the regional board of COA, and a turn on the Senior Citizen Steering Committee. Both Mr. and Mrs. Green enjoyed working with Boy Scouts and Richard held offices in scouting for 11 years organized Nashville's first Explorer Troop and served as its scoutmaster. Feme has been active in PTA, is a Phythian Sisters Past - chief, has served as a pianist for church and Sunday School and the COA, and as a reporter of the COA news for the local papers. Both are members of the Nashville United Metho­ dist Church and are active in the "Builders" class. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TRENT ‘ Happy Birthday to a Special Little Boy with a Smile on his Face, and a Twinkle in his Eyes, May they always be there! Love, Aunt Lenee J; !► <> <> •* We, the Vermontville Chamber of Commerce, would like to take this op­ portunity to express our thanks and appreciation for the time, effort and expense put forth by the Vermontville Syrup Association for the improvement and betterment of our Village, not Dyslexia information May is... only during the annual Syrup Festival but throughout the entire year. We fully realize and ap­ preciate the sacrifice made by the Maple Syrup Association officers as well as all of the local producers to promote and preserve the Heritage of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Again Thank You for a job well done! The Vermontville Chamber of Commerce Perm Month I' Come to... The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville, Ml 726*0257 HOURS: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday, Some Evenings by Appt. session on Thursday Free public forum! Dyslexia, the hidden han­ dicap. Location: St Cyril’s Hall, Nashville. Date: Thursday, May 23, 1985. Time: 7-9 p.m. Dyslexia is a learning disability that prevents otherwise intelligent in­ dividuals from learning to read, write or spell adequately. For further information, contact Kay Howell, 517-349­ 6521. Okemos. Are Your Investments Nashville’s Class of ’25 holding reunion Saturday Nashville’s Class of 1925 will meet for a 60th an­ niversary reunion Saturday, May 25, preceeding the annual Alumni Banquet. The gathering will com­ mence at 2 p.m. at the home of Ralph and Gladys (Remington) Richardson at 315 N. State Street, Nash­ ville. Later the group will attend the banquet, which starts at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at Mapel Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Make sure graduation guests get home safely If you’re having a graduation party for your graduate, the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association and the local police and sheriff’s depart­ ments remind hosts that they “have the same respon­ sibility as local tavern owners.” “You are legally responsible for the safety of all partygoers. 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The earliest such events were sponsored locally by Jefford s Post, Grand Army of the Republic, assisted by the Women's Relief Corps. School children also played a big role in the parades and helped decorate graves. After the summer house was built in 1909 at Putnam Park, Decoration Day parades often commenced in that area. The new cement block structure served as a speaker's platform for memorial ceremonies that proceeded the march to t the cemetery. Prior to that time, the starting point for the parade was often the schoolhouse on Washington Street at Queen. Baseball games and a seasonopening dance at the Thornapple lake pavilion rounded out the holiday forr several generations of Nashville residents. Autos of the era line up in this 1916 Memorial Day parade photo taken by the late Arthur Pennock of Nashville. Anyone who owned a vehicle in those days was delighted to take part in the event. The cars are westbound on Washington Street, nearing Main Street. Spectators stand in front of the old opera house (dark building in center of photo). ----- 0------ In a circa-1910 scene a small crowd is gathered under the Stars 'n Stripes for patriotic ceremonies at Union Cemetery near Lacey. In Nashville it was not uncommon to see 1,000 or more persons in attendance at Nashville's Memorial Day event. The afternoon often called for oratory at the local opera house, and attracted large audiences including rural residents who came to town for the holiday activities. It was also a time for socializing with friends. Nashville's Lakeview Cemetery was the terminus of early local Decoration Day parades. Flowers, wreaths and flags decorated graves there. In 1931 the Ameri­ can Legion placed flags on graves of exactly 110 departed Civil War veterans, in addition to marking the graves of ten World War I vets. Today, graves of veterans of all wars are marked at Lakeview Cemetery by the local V.F.W., while the Nashville Fire Dept, places flags on those of departed firemen. This photo dates back some 70 years ago. (Author's note: A Mem­ ories of the Past published May 28, 1980, traced Nash­ ville's first observance of Decoration Day. In today's column we present a photo review depicting those early Memorial events which now have become part of the history and tradition of the village.) ------ 0------ �Jim’s Electric Owned and Operated by Jim Jones LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR • Residential • Industrial • Farm • Commercial NASHVILLE 852-1783 Maple Valley LAWN & GARDEN X IN WAR OR PEACE, LET’S REMEMBER THE LIVES THEY GAVE • SALES & SERVICE • ALL MAKES — WE FIX ALL MAKES & MODELS — Right the first time phone Mace Pharmacy Cooper Upholstery 207 N. 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As we know, the fight to maintain our freedom is a never-ending struggle that all of us must engage in one way or another, and throughout our history we have honored those who died on the field of battle. However, now we must also remember those who have given their lives for us in what is supposed to be peacetime. Ask the Lord to bless their memory at your House of Worship, the choice of which their sacrifice helped to secure for you; and pray to Him that nothing like the tragic incidents which snuffed out their lives will ever be allowed to happen again. Yours has the suffering been. The memory shall be ours. — Henry W. Longfellow Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 Trowbridge Service - AUTO SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 PI AL TOR* WO LEVER’S REAL ESTATE BROKER 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 res. (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 ELSIE E. 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Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1985 — Page 6 The group performs about 70 concerts a year and is booked 18 months in ad­ vance. They travel in a Silver Eagle bus equipped with three bedrooms. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Taylor and his daughter Pauline from Portland were Sunday p.m. callers of Mrs. Ava Kroger. Mr. Clifford Ditchfield of Round Lake Rd. is to un­ dergo surgery Tuesday at Ingham Medical Hospital. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Mrs. Serena Goodenough attended the wedding Saturday of Sue Mast and John Inco at the Dimondale Brethren Church. Mrs. Helen Todd is pleased to report her eye surgery was successful and she received good reports on other tests she had last week. Mrs. Frances Olson went to Lansing Monday to have the cast removed from her wrist. Mrs. Greta Firster spent Sunday in Middleville with her nephews David and Mike Linsea and their mother Maxine and Susan Smith. Word was received of the death of Theodore (Ted) Zemke, 77, on May '15 in Tuscon, Arizona, formerly of Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming events: The Garden Club which was scheduled for Monday, May 20 has been postponed until Tuesday, May 28. Thursday, May - 23 Historical Society and potluck at 7 p.m. at Ver­ montville Bible Church. Program on “Alaska” by Philip and Peggy Byington. Saturday, May 25 - Ver­ montville, Nashville and Maple Valley Alumni Banquet. Sunday, May 26 at 11 a.m., Union Memorial Services at Vermontville Methodist Church. Monday, May 28 Decoration Day. Monday, June A 3 Woman’s Club meeting at 7 p.m. at the library to finish the year’s business. On May 4, Dr. John Eversole of Olivet and Edna May McDowell were married in the chapel of the First United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids. They will live at 2127 An­ derson Dr. S.E., Grand Rapids, 49506. Dr. Eversole is a former interim minister of the First Congregational Church in Vermontville, also filled in at both the Gresham and Vermontville churches a few times. His late wife, Mary, was a Maplewood teacher a few years ago. Mrs. Esther Satterlee, 91, of W. First St., passed away Saturday morning at the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Services are to be held Tuesday, May 21, at 1 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Mr. and Mrs. Hessel Forrest attended a 3 p.m. ceremony of their niece Kim and Rob Artecki at the Alma College Chapel on Saturday. A 6 p.m. reception was held at the Conservation Club at Elm Hall. They spent Saturday night with relatives in Alma, returning Sunday p.m. We are happy to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hill back from their winter in the south. They are to celebrate their 50th wedding an­ niversary on June 9. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fickes and Mr. Kenneth Frith and mother Anna Jean attended the Capita lai res concert Saturday evening at the J.W. Otto Middle School. They were joined by the Cathedral Quartet from Stow, Ohio and the King’s Messengers from Allendale. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner * Phone... 517-852-9650 NASHVILLE Mrs. Greta Firster and Mrs. Myrtle Woodruff called on Mr. and Mrs. John Crowell and Mrs. Ruth Wise in Owosso Friday. Greta had Sunday dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Tom McComb of Lansing. Mrs. Leah Abbott and Mrs. Chapman of Lake Odessa visited Mrs. Firster Friday afternoon of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Moore and daughter have moved from W. 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Maple Valley Lawn & Garden 9905 Nashville Hwy, Nashville • 726*0133 and they were commended for their participation in several local projects. During the meeting it was suggested that a letter be written to the Kinney Company of Providence, R.I. to ascertain if identical Charms, that have been presented to the Ver­ montville Syrup Festival Queen and her Court in recent years, would be available at this time. A motion was made by Nyle Wells, and approved by the chamber that a letter of commendation be written and sent to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association acknowledging their con­ tribution to the promotion and preservation of Ver­ montville’s heritage in connection with the annual Maple Syrup Festival. The feasibility of leasing Port-a-Johns for the Second Street Ball Field at $40 per day was discussed. It was agreed unanimously that the cost was prohibitive. A letter from Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital of Charlotte was read by president Pat O’Dell an­ nouncing an open house to be held May 19 from 1-4 p.m. and May 21 from 1-8 p.m. Guided tours of the facility and many displays will be on hand. The Mayor of the Village of Tustin will be honored at Mayor Exchange Day in Vermontville Wednesday, May 22. Many local points of interest are on the agenda for the day. Membership to the Ver­ montville Chamber of Commerce was discussed as the membership chairperson is no longer active and some businesses have not been contacted for 1985. If you have not been contacted and you would like to support your local chamber of commerce, please contact Mrs. O’Dell. ACTION-ADS BOARDING DOGS AND CATS: $2.50 per day. 517-726­ 0129. (5-21) Boy Scouts help spruce up church property Boy Scouts and church members teamed up to spruce up Nashville's United Methodist Church property. (photosupplied) “Do a good turn daily” is the Boy Scout slogan. The scouts of Nashville Troop 176 did just that on Saturday, May 11, in coor­ dination with their chartered partner, the United Methodist Church of Nash­ ville. As participants in the West Michigan Shores Council “Good Turn Day”, the scouts cleaned window wells and a storage shed at the church. They helped fill low areas in the yard and seeded them. They assisted in replacing an edging surrounding shrubbery in the front of the church and cleaned up after shrubs were trimmed. The scouts worked with mem­ bers of the church on these jobs. Troop members par­ ticipating in the work day were Jason Brown, Paul Boldrey, Alvin Morgan, Lee Ossenheimer, Matt Peake, Tim Edinger, Jim Edinger, Garth Davison, Chris Mudry, Tom Dunham, and leaders Ed Boldrey, Leonard Eaton and Dale Ossenheimer. Former student graduates with college honors On May 6, Tuesday (Aspinall) Van Engen graduated with a 3.69 average (magna cum laude) from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. Tuesday is the wife of Robert Van Engen, formerly of Hastings, and the daughter of Ray and Joyce Aspinall of Nashville. Mr. and Mrs. Aspinall, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Van Engen, and Mrs. Tom Ogden attended the ceremony of over 700 graduates. Beauty Shop 852*9107 MAPLE VALLEY^ Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (<517) 852-1915 TOB L Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR' TWO UNIT RENTAL in Nashville, close to school, 3 bedroom unit and 2 bedroom unit, live in one, rent the other! Good investment property. $34,900. (N-103) — NEW FARM LISTINGS— EAST OF HASTINGS • 28 ACRE FARM: Some wooded, road front­ age on two roads, nice 2 story, 4 bedroom home, sets high with beautiful view, many perennials and mature shade. Blacktop road, natural gas, Hastings schools, 30x60 barn, (F-116) 108 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARADISE*’ and recreational land with creek, hills and woods, lots of wildlife. 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $55,000 includes a large 2 story "handyman special house. Contract terms with 20% down. Hastings Schools. Possible to divide. (F-118) LARGE PRODUCTIVE FARM -155 ACRES 100 tillable acres and 20 acres wooded. This is a "SHOWPLACE FARM", well kept,, beautiful view, large 5 bedroom home, 2 pole barns, 32x64 an 40x32, steel corn crib, grainary and other buildings, possible contract terms. (F-117) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI),, Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan j �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1985 — Page 7 Eaton adults can learn wilderness survival techniques by Beverly A. Barrett, 4-H Program Assistant Eaton County older youths and adults who want to learn more about wilderness survival should take ad­ vantage of the opportunity to participate in the 4-H Challenge wilderness ad­ venture training program, says Beverly Barrett, Eaton County 4-H Program Assistant. Through the 4-H Challenge Program, participants learn a variety of skills, including hiking and backpacking, canoeing, cross-country skiing, orienteering, and wilderness cooking and survival. According to Barrett, county residents interested in becoming part of the Challenge program and, after training, serving as group leaders for young people, should sign up now. Barrett says that anyone interested in becoming a Challenge leader must at­ tend four weekend intensive training sessions, pass a comprehensive written test and take a Multi Media Standard First Aid and CPR course. Three of the four sessions will be held this summer, starting with a basic orientation session on June 28-30 at Kellogg Biological Station, Richland, MI. The fourth session will be held in January, 1986 to accommodate training in snowshoeing and cross- EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, May 23 - “Spring Tour” - Jackson area, spon­ sored by MAEH. Reservations required. Tuesday, May 28 - 6:30 p.m., 4-H Dog Clinic, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Wednesday, May 29 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Pettit Hardware, Eaton Rapids. Thursday, May 30 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Exploration Days orientation, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Friday, May 31 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Vermontville Hardware, Vermontville. Friday, May 31 - 5-7 p.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Coast to Coast, Charlotte. Saturday, June 1 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Coast to Coast, Charlotte. Saturday, June 1 - 9-11 a.m., 4-H Market Lamb Weigh-in, Sheep Barn area, fairgrounds. Saturday, June 1 -10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Shooting Sports: 10 a.m. noon, firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club, Bellevue; 1-3 p.m., archery outside 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds, Charlotte. Monday, June 3-8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Tuesday, June 4 - 6-11 p.m., Master Canner, first of four classes, Eaton Intermediate, Charlotte. Advance reser­ vation required. Wednesday, June 5 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Bellevue Hardware, Bellevue. Wednesday, June 5 -1-3 p.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Gambles, Grand Ledge. Saturday, June 8 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Grand River - Spring Canoe Trip. Advance reservation required. Tuesday, June 11-7:30 p.m., Eaton County Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, June 11 - 7:30 p.m., Citizenship Washington Focus Trip Orientation, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Wednesday, June 12 - Mackinac 4-H Fun Day. George I Frith for his continued support | to the Nashville Ambulance Ser- I Big Thanks to I ivice. Big Georges Party Store 637 S. Main St. • Nashville 852-9833 VHS Tape Rental 3 00 per movie No Club Fees Pizza Special $ a aa 16", 3 items............................... — Free Delivery Within 3 Miles — The newly elected regional officers for Region I of the Michigan Municipal League are Marshall Mayor J. Allen Bassage , chairperson; Edwardsburg Clerk Dorothy Smith, vice chairperson; and Bellevue Clerk-Manager Bernard Otto, secretary. Region I includes cities and villages within Allegan, Barry, Eaton, VanBuren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph and Branch counties. Approximately 85 mayors, village presidents and other elected and appointed municipal officials attended the annual Region I meeting of the Michigan Municipal League on May 9, at which new officers were elected. The City of Sturgis served as the host city. Regional meetings have been held by the Michigan Municipal League for the past 32 years in ten regions in the state. These area meetings serve to bring more than 485 member cities and villages into closer contact with the League and to provide the opportunity for an exchange of ideas and cooperative action in mat? ters of mutual concern. This year’s program A 4-H county-wide dog clinic is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28 at the 4-H Building auditorium on the Charlotte fairgrounds. The clinic will begin at 6:30 p.m., beginning with obedience and conformation, and advanced classes will follow. The clinics are for all 4-H dog project members. A parent or leader should accompany the 4-H’er and all dogs must have their rabies and distemper up-todate. Dogs must have a choke chain and either a leather or nylon leash. A fair rehearsal will be held on June 25. Resource leader for the clinic is Ida McElroy. Literary Club sets June 15 meeting The Nashville Woman’s Literacy Club will hold its “May Morning Breakfast” Wednesday, June 15, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Mrs. Willard Myers. This is the annual meeting with election of officers. Members are reminded to bring articles for a silent auction. The committee for the event consists of Alice McMillen, Ardis Purchis and Delores Knoll.____________ Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 852-9670 — 852-9837 8:30 - 11, Sunday thru Thursday 8:30 - 1:00 a.m., Friday & Saturday ness backpacking is available. “Because Challenge leaders will be involved in high adventure situations and be responsible for youngsters participating in wildeness outings, they must be prepared,” Barrett points out. “After completing all the training, Challenge program, applicants must be leaders become certified and at least 21 years old. Young are qualified to take youths people age 16-20 may become on wilderness adventures.” associate leaders, who must “It’s worth all the hard be accompanied by a cer­ work and studying if you like tified adult leader when the challenge of the out-of­ taking a group of youngsters doors,” Barrett adds. on a Challenge outing. To be eligible for the 4-H Training for both types of Challenge certification leader is identical. Eaton County residents interested in signing up for the 4-H Challenge leader certification program should contact Beverly Barrett, at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension The Michigan Municipal Service by calling 543-2310 or League, founded in 1899, is 372-5594. the statewide association of The deadline for sub­ cities and villages serving to mitting completed ap­ unite members in collec­ plications to the Eaton tively striving for home rule County Cooperative Ex­ and promoting higher tension Service office is standards of local govern­ Friday, May 25. 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Slightly Higher Hagerwood Storage Barns 8x12 with floor You Build All Materials $Q 7■ Q00 needed to erect �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21.1985 — Page 8 A look at early This paper was compiled and read by the late Ray Anderson at a joint meeting of the Vermontville and Eaton County, historical societies held in the Griswold Room on Sept. 8, 1966, in the Congregational Church in Vermontville. PART II by Ray Anderson Another development was North East of the Methodist Church. It contained two blacksmith shops, run by Amos Kidder and E. L. Jones, later both by Wm. Sherrard. Two wagon markers, Mr. Hyde and Mr. Don Hawkins, followed by Mr. Tom Gilson. Herman Zemke operated a feed mill, later by Fred Benedict, then Frank Beck. Elmer Hammond ran a livery stable. There was also stable and skating a livery l rink on East First Street. Mr. Dorman’s blacksmith shop was on East Second Street, and a livery barn on West Second St. run at various times by Mr. Kelly, Roy Lamb, Mr. Dean and Mel Bilderbeck. The livery stables also operated hacks to and from the railroad station carrying passengers to and from the hotels. Mr. E. L. Jones built an addition to his blacksmith shop and started the first auto repair garage, which is the building now owned by the village for storing their street equipment. Mr. streetequpment. r.Jones Jones was followed by Karl Weiler, Geo Knowles, Allie Carr, Kenneth Miles and Lynn Grant. Northeast of the town square a couple of blocks was a brick yard, apple dryer and a crate mill. Mr. Joe Beck operated a cheese factory in the hollow just east of Mr. Rawson’s house on East Main Street. After the arrival of the railroad in 1868 business development started around the depot. The first elevator stood where the present one stands which replaced the original after it was destroyed by fire. The same fire also destroyed Stebbins feed and flour mill which was just to the west. The new Vermontville businesses This undated photo shows a scene from Vermontville's past, looking south on Main St. from the former This old-time photo shows Vermontville's former hotel and chapel. The hotel had "a swinging dance floor." — ATTENTION PARENTS — Having a Graduation Party for Your Grads? Remember you have the same responsibility as your local tavern owners. You are legally respon­ sible for all party goers safety. Please be sure everyone gets home safe. Sincerely ... Your Michigan Licensed Beverage Assoc. and Kalamazoo Co. Sheriffs Dept. vacant lot north of the elevator was the location of many businesses. One was a furniture factory, whose boiler blew up killing one employee, the building being destroyed in the ensuing fire. The factory was connected to a warehouse by an overhead tramway, which was located on the railroad just south­ west of the factory. This warehouse was used after the fire, as a hay barn where hay buyers collected the baled hay and loaded it out in box cars for shipment. IHEinORint DU SUE VIDEO SHOWCASE Over 100 VHS titles to choose from including ... Altered States, The Blues Brothers, The Dark Crystal, Eddie Mur­ phy Deleribus, Pink Panther, An Officer and a Gentleman ... many, many more. — Grand Opening Special — All Tape Rentals................... *3.50 per day Through May 31st Only MEMBERSHIP is ... s25.00/YEAR 24Hrs., Non-memberss400 24 Hrs. Members ... ,s300 John Extra Day, Non-members1 50 Extra Day, Member'. ,s125 Mater, Manager Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 corner drug store. In view are the opera house and Barber's store. B. Kelley, former Vermontville mail carrier for 28 years.'is on his way to meet (Photos supplied by Esther Shepard) the train for mail. John Rhodes was one of the old time buyers, as was Frank Lype and. Cal Gehman. It was also used as an apple packing station where apples were bought and packed in barrels for ship­ ment. The lot also contained a copper shop, just across from the lumber yard, where barrels were made for apple packing. There was also Mr. Browning’s feed mill which burned. Mr. Fuller’s saw mill occupied the old fur­ niture factory site, until it was moved across South Main Street just east from the elevator. Mr. Bodine also had his wood lot there. Mr. Barna Kelly had his home and dray barn on the same property from which he operated a dray line, hauling the freight and US mail to and from the depot and business district. He was succeeded by Charles Park. Just west of the depot was the stock yards out of which livestock buyers operated. Wm. Hickey and the Powers Bros, among others, buying enough stock each week to usually fill three or four cars. The ground just south of the Depot was used for storage of logs, lumber and sugar beets which were shipped out by the car load each fall and winter. There were three coal yards, operated by the Elevator, Continued on page 10 Havea Good Day! ALL $£SOO HAIRCUTS.............. Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO *E5OO S AND SET................... ’’The Mirrors image" ULII6 MI1LOL2 IIAiaae., Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Nashville, Michigan OWNED AND OPERATED BY Diane McGhan Previously of Hoir Care Center, Hastings Hair Cuts SEOO For Men, Women & Children Perms For the Entire Family......... HOURS Mon. 9-5; Tues. 2-7; Closed osed Wed.; Wed. �Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1985 — Page 9 *1IFTS Applaud their achievement! Watches I Tip your hat to the proud graduate with a card from Hallmark. You11 find a wide selection, with designs for men and women and younger graduates. 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Each 3 Pack Includes: ■ $10 In Photofinishing Coupons 4fcv *• S “Peicctiualre“ IPticAtumreer Iict aA”m Pehroictao” C TonStheisrtt EOnftfreyr Form iZ * Special “Picture It America” T-Shirt Offer Rt tz • i- Z HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday g 207 Main Main St St....,, Nashville Nashville 1207 p P 0 P Hh p Hh....88^^52 52----u 08 u 8mm45 45s sj A ^sjMTPhoto Center ||| �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 21, 1985 — Page 10 Tickets available for 4-H Day at Tiger Stadium on Aug. 3 Fisher-Van Zandt united in marriage The Zion Lutheran Church of Woodland was the scene of a double-ring ceremony Saturday, April 13 at 3 p.m. uniting Lori Sue Fisher and Rodney J. Van Zandt. Lori is the daughter of Rex and Barbara Fisher of 5490 Thornapple.Lake Rd., Nash­ ville and Rodney is the son of Donald and Virginia Van Zandt of Leach Lake, Hastings. The Rev. Clifford R. Randall officiated. The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a white lace over taffeta gown with a sweetheart neckline with sheer net yoke and lace stand up collar, lace bishop sleeves and ruffle edged chapel length train. She wore a white floral wreath headpiece with a veil of nylon netting and carried a cascade bouquet of white roses, carnations and baby’s breath. The bride’s attendants: matron of honor Brenda Van Zandt (sister-in-law of the groom), bridesmaids Michelle Rogers and Jen­ nifer Filter (friends) and junior bridesmaid Julie Fisher (sister of the bride) wore floor length suede rose dresses. They also had floral wreath headpieces and carried two long stemmed pink roses with ribbon streamers. The groom wore a silver gray tuxedo and tails with rose cummerbund. The groomsmen, best man Donald Van Zandt (brother of the groom), Tim McLaughlen (friend of the groom), Randy Van Zandt (brother of the groom) and junior groomsman Bobby Van Zandt (nephew of the groom) wore matching silver gray tuxedos with rose cummerbunds. The three tier wedding and groom’s cakes were served by Mrs. Phylis Hricovsky, sister of the groom. Guests included friends and relatives from Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. Honored guests were Mr. and Mrs. Fay Fisher of Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Samual Fetterman of Hastings, the grandparents ofthe bride, and Mrs. Arthur Skidmore of Hastings, the groom’s grandmother. The master and mistress of ceremonies were Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Fisher, aunt and uncle of bride. Serving as ushers were Randy Fisher, brother of the bride, and George Hricovsky, brother-in-law of the groom. The organist was Frances Ruther and the solosist was Judy Sarver singing “The Wedding Song”, “The Lord’s Prayer” and “When Three Shall Become One.” A reception followed at the Lake Odessa Community Building. Lori is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed at Comerica of Battle Creek, Rodney is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and works at C & F Stamping Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers, families and friends are invited to join 4-H families from across the state for 4-H Youth Day at Tiger Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 3, in Detroit. This is an excellent op­ portunity to get together with other 4-H’ers and watch the exciting, record­ breaking Detroit Tigers in action. The Tigers will take on the Milwaukee Brewers, and 4-H families can take advantage of reduced ticket rates if of Grand Rapids. The couple traveled to Grand Haven and now reside at 208 S. Main St. in Nashville. Eaton County youths can attend July Resource Camp Eaton County youths are invited to attend the 4-H Great Lakes Resources Camp July 20-26 at Beaver Island. “The purpose of the camp is to increase participants’ awareness, appreciation, and understanding of natural resources ecology and management, with special emphasis on the Great Lakes,” says Beverly A. Barrett, Eaton County 4-H Program Assistant. Participants will choose from learning options focusing on Great Lakes ecology, history, wildlife, insects, amphibians and plants. Sessions on wetlands, dune and beach ecology also will be offered. Recreational activities available include hiking, fishing, bird watching, historical tours and volleyball. The camp is designed for 13- to 15-year-olds. A limited number of 16- to 19-year-olds will be selected to provide leadership. The group will board a boat at the city dock in downtown Charlevoix and take the boat to the island. Participant cost is $50, which includes round-trip boat, meals, lodging and Fem Hawblitz to observe The family of Fern Hawblitz are requesting the presence of friends, neigh­ bors and relatives for an open house in honor of her 80th birthday, May 26, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall, located on M- transportation on Beaver Island. Approximately one half of the expenses of the program are being spon­ sored by the MSU Sea Grant Advisory Service and Michigan Bell. Applications are due June 8. For more information and applications, contact Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. 80th birthday May 26 66 at the south edge of Nash­ ville. Mrs. Hawblitz has lived all of her adult life in and near Nashville, living on a farm with her husband, Vern, on Lawrence Road over 50 years. They moved to Nash­ ville 12 years ago. Mr. Hawblitz died in-May, 1982. Her daughter, Mrs. Dale (Ortha) Bishop, and sons Blair and Larry, along with grandchildren and great grandchildren are hosting the event. The event is planned for an afternoon of visiting and reminiscing and it is requested there be no gifts. MV adult graduation scheduled on May 30 $165°gal Latex House Paint »1495gal. Porch & Floor Enamel *14mK Sash & Trim $ll00gal. Prep Paint Primer *1200gal. $1350gal. — 1,500 COLORS — The Maple Valley Adult Graduation ceremony will be held in our Maple Valley High School Auditorium on Thursday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m. Fourteen adults will be graduating from the adult education program. Several will speak during the ceremony and Paul Cooper, a 1982 graduate, will be the guest speaker. A reception in honor of the graduates will follow the ceremony. Everyone is welcome to attend. ACTION-ADS ASHVILLE HARDWARE FOR SALE: 1981 Honda 750, fairing, bags, trunk, engine guards, adjustable back rest and foot rest, new tyres front and rear, $1,400 firm. (517) 726-1422, Vermontville. they order by June 26. Reserved section seats are $2.75 per person and are on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594; ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Vermontville, continued from page8 the Lumber Yards and Mr. operated an ice delivery in the summer. Mr. Milt Chas Dorman. a operated The creamery was located Nor tan just east and across the photograph gallery and street from the elevator. Mr. racket store. Henry and Brown, Mr. Best and Wm. Moses Cross, the Lackeys, Moore were three of the Leon Clapper, Wm. Slout, butter makers. Its principle Fred Boyd, Ben Kline, product, of course, was Walter Boyles were car­ butter, which was shipped penters. Mr. Morey and Silas out by refrigerator car once Shepard were stone masons, each week. Dan Snoke and Fred Hopper The Railroad Station was painters and paper hangers. one of the busiest places in There were fur buyers, and town. For a few years it was Mr. Herb Cross had a cider open 24 hours a day, other mill on the South West than that it was operated by corner just south of the river either one or two men, the bridge. Among others who did not agent and the clerk. Incidentially, my father, Chas. own their own businesses, A. Anderson came to Ver­ but spent their lives on Main montville as the agent, he in Street and were certainly an turn followed by Glenn D. important part of the town, Eddy, and several others in and highly respected and as later years. There were 10 much a part of the in­ passenger trains each day, stitutions in which they two local freights, two worked were Frank Am­ through merchandise brose with Barber Dry freights, two stock extras Goods Store, M. L. Stiles and per week which carried Pitt Pugh with Barber nothing but livestock Hardware Store. We cannot finish this destined to Detroit and Buffalo, and an occasional paper, nor must we forget to extra to take care of the mention Jennie Martin, who was the daughter of Henry J. surplus traffic. The Lumber Yard, which Martin and granddaughter was operated by Frank P. of Wells R. Martin one of the Town, later by Bowman and original colonists. In ad­ Waring, then Elo Bowman, dition to running a successful followed by Wilsons, is still insurance agency and being where it always was the Congregational Church although no longer used as organist, more than that she such, being now used for was a music teacher. An farm implement storage. untold number of young Just north of the lumber people of this community their music yard was Mr. Lackey’s received education from her, several carpenter shop. There were other types of going on to very successful businesses operated from music careers. She was held various parts of town, such in great esteem and affection as Mr. Frank J. Baily and by all who knew her and she Mr. Frank Remalie who surely was in intregal part of were sheet metal workers this town her entire lifetime. and tin smiths. They applied All of these enterprises metal ceilings, steel roofs, and people served the eavestroughing and other community well, and metal work and repair. A probably some others that I fine example of Mr. Baily’s have failed to mention, work is the ceiling in the added to its economy and Congregational Church. were needed during the time Then there were teamsters they were in operation, but who hauled gravel for the as automobiles and good roads in the summer, ice for roads entered the picture the ice houses and logs for people were no longer the saw mills and for ship­ confined to small com­ ment in the winter. Also well munities in finding work and men, pump men, windmill doing their shopping, so one men, amongst whom were by one, a great number of E.J. Tyler, Mr. Ike Nortan these businesses have and John Gaut. Mr. Eugene ceased to exist, no longer Olin and Mr. Boardman needed, much to our regret. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING May 30,1985 at 7:00 P.M. at the COMMUNITY CENTER, NASHVILLE PURPOSE: Ralph Kirk is requesting a var­ iance in order to place a pole barn on property located at 3710 Curtis Road. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, May 21. 1985 — Page 11 Lions lose two in Anchor Bay "4^ CS V Qi Sk «Sk «S'*^'■ > w'*^'■ S %> w s ££S: S: SSjS SSj^S 5^ ** .Is. C*" !?**.*(! !?.(! sjsjm s•tti •ttji GrtSjtitfcw Gs rtSjjtitm fcw ktuiftgl ii ®®l WWxinpj ® ik Huta^ WfctajHfajJ. Stine KairimiiW» sfciP. Mtaaift bnaad <pi ata li 4 him, itainojisitd kid siaujajaitaj k n aSwaiilM EIKii Iplfflttato Rkk reiiktatata sint alii rata i fl [fcWpMtarafl kW1®^ kii •« jgg 5-* a<te!K l<S> l<*S> <*S> <»*;;> “> B*®**;i$i L Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team traveled to New Baltimore, Anchor Bay over the weekend for a four team tournament which included St. Clair, Lanse Cruise, Anchor Bay and the Lions. Maple Valley opened play in the tournament by playing Anchor Bay who is the sixth ranked team in the state in Class A. The Lions dropped a tough 3-2 decision. Scott Joostberns pitched an out­ standing game for the Lions, allowing only four hits while striking out three. Leading the Lions hitters were Joostberns and Ken Trumble with two hits apiece. Trumble drove in one of Maple Valley’s runs with a single in the sixth inning and Greg Lenz drove in the other with a double in the third inning. In Maple Valley’s second game of the day, they dropped another one run decision, 6-5, to St. Clair. The Lions jumped off to a 1-0 lead in the first on Greg Tilley’s leadoff triple and a ground out by Scott Joostberns. However, St. Clair struck for four runs in the third inning and two in the fifth off starter and loser Scot Lenz. The Lions picked up single runs in the fifth and sixth innings and two runs in the seventh but fell just short. Chug Maurer led the Lions’ attack with three hits against St. Clair. Anchor Bay, with a 20-4 record, defeated Lanse Cruise 9-8 to win the tour­ nament. The two defeats drops the Lions’ record to 15­ 3. Maple Valley’s next action will be a pre-district contest at Saranac on Friday, May 24, beginning at 4:30 p.m. After being rained out of their scheduled Wednesday game with Bronson, Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team played the Tigers of St. Philip on Thursday and came away with a 6-3 vic­ tory. St. Philip jumped out in front 3-0 in the top half of the first inning only to have the Lions strike for five runs in the bottom of the first Greg Tilley got the Lions going by stroking his fourth home run MV boy thinclads win Maple Valley beat Springport 122 to 15 in a dual meet. Placing for Maple Valley were: 2 mile relay: 1st MV Levering, Bahs, Trowbridge, Dean Hale (9:17.1); pole vault: 1st Hamilton (10.6), 2nd Ain­ sworth, 3rd Bahs (10); shot put: 1st Ostergren (43’1), 2nd Siple, 3rd Resseguie (38’3); discus: 1st Siple (116’7), 2nd Resseguie (95’1%), 3rd Villanueva (91’10); long jump: 1st Haihilton (18’5), 2nd Symonds (17’5), 3rd Hall (16’7); high jump: 1st Steihbrecker (58’8), Stall (5’2); 120 high hurdles: 1st Steinbrecker (17.2), 2nd Ferrier (17.9) 3rd Hamilton (18.6). Also, 100 yd. dash: 1st Browne (11.6), 2nd Benit (12.1); 880 yd. relay: 1st Reid, Levering, Benit, Browne (1:35.1); 1 mile run: 1st Dean Hale, 2nd Trowbridge (5:06.7); 440 relay: 1st Reid, Levering, Benit, Browne (46.6); 440 yd. dash: 1st Ainsworth (54.3), 2nd Ferrier (56.6); 880 yd. run: 1st Trowbridge, 3rd Bahs; 330 yd.: 1st Reid (39.56), 2nd Steinbrecker (43.2) ; 220 yd. dash: 1st Browne (23.5), 2nd Benit (24.6); 2 mile run: 1st Dean Hale, 3rd Bahs (13:18.9); 1 mile relay: Reid, Ferrier, Levering, Ainsworth (3:43.2). Lions baseball team defeats Springfield, 8-2; now at 14-1 Maple Valley’s varsity baseball team increased its record to 14-1 with an 8-2 victory over league foe Springfield. The win gives Maple Valley a 9-1 S.M.A.A. record and a current tie with Pennfield for first place. The Lions started off with a bang in the top of the first inning. Greg Tilley led off with a triple, Scott Joostberns followed with a double, and Ryan Trowbridge continued the assault with a single. Trowbridge even­ tually scored on a stolen base, a throwing error by the catcher, and a wild pitch by Springfield starting pitcher Joe Orten to give the Lions a quick 3-0 lead. Springfield picked up a run in the third inning on two base hits and a sacrifice fly. The Lions then broke the game wide open on a bases loaded triple by Mark Martin in the sixth inning. The triple followed singles by Greg Lenz, Ken Meade, and a walk to Ken Trumble. Joostberns stroked two doubles for Maple Valley while Trowbridge added two singles. Trowbridge’s hits increased his total to 25 for the season and raised his average to .568. Greg Lenz raised his record to 7-1 by pitching a five hitter, striking out 10 and walking three in six innings. Scott Joostberns pitched the seventh inning and struck out the side. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING May 30,1985 at 7:00 P.M. at the COMMUNITY CENTER, NASHVILLE PURPOSE: Daniel Norris is requesting a special use permit and variance in order to place a mobile home on property located on Lot 60 in the Hardendorf Addition on Gregg Street. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals Sports of the year to lead off the inning. Maple Valley pushed across four more runs on a walk to Scott Joostberns, singles by Ryan Trowbridge, Chug Mauer, Ken Meade and a double by Kurt Hartenburg. Maple Valley picked up an insurance run in the fifth inning on a single by Tilley, a stolen base and a single by Greg Lenz to drive in Tilley. Lenz picked up the victory, his eighth in nine decisions; four hits while striking out 11 and walking 3. The victory keeps the Lions in a tie with Pennfield for first place in the S.M.A.A., both with 10-1 records. The rained out game with Bronson will be played at home on Wed­ nesday, May 29, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Lion JV baseball squad ups record to 11-3 with 7-0 victory On Monday, the JVs recorded their third straight shut out in defeating Springfield 7-0. Adam Brumm pitched the shut out, giving up 3 hits, walking 1, and striking out 5. Matt McClelland threw a Springfield running out at the plate and Jeff Fisher tagged him out to preserve Fall coaching postitions open at school The Maple Valley Athletic Department is now ac­ cepting coaching ap­ plications for the following 1985 fall sports: junior varsity girls basketball, eighth grade girls basket­ ball, seventh grade girls basketball', varsity football cheerleaders. Applications are available in the high school office. Contact Athletic Director Larry Lenz at 852-9275 if you have any questions. Eaton County bicyclists can go coasting Eaton County bicycling enthusiasts are invited to tour Southern Michigan and Northern Indiana on the 4-H Coast-the-Coast bicycle ride, July 27-Aug. 2. The tour begins at Kalamazoo, with overnight stops in Constantine, Cassopolis, Berrien Springs, and Colonia. “Participants will have the opportunity to see various sites, plus the Lake Michigan shoreline and get acquainted with other bicyclists. Bicycling is a low­ cost, energy-saving travel mode and offers health benefits, too. The cost for the trip is $65.00, which includes break­ fasts; dinners, overnight stays, and a fanny flag. Applicants must be at least 12 years old. The tour is limited to 35 participants. Applications and registration fees are due by June 17. Participants will travel about 50 miles a day and carry their personal gear on their bikes. For more information and applications, contact Beverly Barrett, at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543-2310 of 372-5594. ACTI OIV -ADS FOR RENT: Two bedroom apartment. Phone 852-1685. the shut out. The Lions scored five runs in the first inning, highlighted by four doubles in a row by Tai Gearhart, Scott Phenix, Adam Brumm and Matt McClelland. On Thursday, the JVs defeated St. Philip behind the 4 hit pitching of Scott Phenix. He walked 0 and struck out 5. Getting hits for Maple Valley were Bill Brenton, Mickey Tilley, Adam Brumm, Brian Sleeper, David Benit and Scott Phenix. The JVs were tied 1 to 1 when they got 1 run in the 6th and 2 runs in the 7th to get the victory. The JVs are 9 wins, 1 loss in the league and overall 11 wins and 3 losses. Lions take fourth place in Class C regionals Saturday Maple Valley boys track team took fourth of 17 teams in the Class C regionals Saturday at Godwin Heights. The Lions will be taking 7 events and 7 boys to state. At the regionals, the boys that placed were: taking 1st, Gary Reid in the 330 low hurdles, the 440 relay team with a time of 45.10 were Gary Reid, Dan Levering, Jim Benit, Robert Browne. Maple Valley placed 2nd in the 880 relay with time of 1:35. They were Gary Reid, Dan Levering, Jim Benit, and Robert Browne. Also placing 2nd in the meet was Brian Ainsworth in the 440 run with a time of 52.5, and Dean Hale in the 2 mile with a time of 9:59.10, breaking the school record. Robert Browne took a 3rd in the 100 yard dash, his time was 10.3. Taking another 3rd place was our 1 mile relay team. They were Gary Reid, Shan Ferrier, Dan Levering, and Brian Ainsworth. Their time was 3:31.30. Robert Browne placed 5th in the 220 yard dash. His time was 24.0. We had two place 6th — Mike Siple in the shot put with a throw of 43’%”, and Dean Hale in the mile run. His time was 4:37.20. The state meet is June 1 in Clair. Maple Valley Junior Golf League begins play June 10 The Maple Valley Junior Golf League will begin June 10 at Mulberry Fore. The league will run six con­ secutive Mondays and conclude on July 15 with a 9 hole flighted tournament. Students that are going into the high school grades are asked to be there at 12:30 p.m., while all younger students will meet at 1 p.m. on the 10th. The cost is $15 for non­ members and $3 for mem­ bers of the course. If you have any questions, call Mulberry Fore (852­ 0760) or Coach Booher (726­ 1066). POSITION OPEN • The Village of Nashville will be accepting ap plications for Secretary/Treasurer of the Lake­ view Cemetery Board. Applications must be submitted to the Village Clerk at 206 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 by 5:00 p.m. June 3, 1985. Susan M. Corkwell Village Clerk NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING On Increasing Property Taxes The Village Council of the VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE Will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase of .0004 mills in the operating tax millage rate to be levied in 1985. The hearing will be held on ... Thursday, May 23,1985 at 7:00 p.m. At the COMMUNITY CENTER 715 North Main Street, Nashville, Michigan If adopted the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorum property taxes 2.6% over such revenues generated by levies permit­ ted without holding a hearing. The taxing unit publishing this notice, and identified below, has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate. This notice published by ... Village of Nashville (SI7) 852-9544 206 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN 49073 �Th* Mop** Volley New* Nothvill*. Tuesday Moy 21. 1985 — Poge 12 Rep. Ernest Nash— This Week in Lansing Bill calls for a Dept, of Services to the Aging be set up Legislation creating the Michigan Department of Services to the Aging has been introduced in the Michigan House of Repr esen tat i ves. The proposal would create a cabinet level department that would consolidate all state maintained senior citizen services.. The Con­ stitution of Michigan provides for 20 cabinet-level departments, and the state has filled only 19 of those departments. During the past decade, and with the growth of the senior citizen population, state government has realized that services to the aging are sadly lacking There is a definite need to consolidate state programs. We also should have an advocate for senior citizen services within the gover­ nor’s office. The growth of the senior citizen population of Michigan reflects a nationwide trend. The group is growing rapidly, and to maintain services for them, BLUESTAR Baler Twine more............... 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Committee Passes Legislation Covering The Rights of Victims The House Judiciary Committee has approved a comprehensive list off new provisions covering the rights of victims of crime and the legislation now goes before the full House of Representatives for final approval. The bill, H.B., 4009, the Crime Victim’s Rights bill, (authored by State Representative William Van Regenmorter, R-Jenison) covers nearly every aspect ofpost-criminal activity with MATER'S RAPID OIL & TIRE *Vg M g b ImVlOV•ieS Tape mRentals lube, oil & filter q. major ran ncues up o o , ubrication of front end. 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The courts and Legislatures have been addressing the legal rights of criminals for years, and I think now is the proper time to address the rights of the victims of their crimes. Eaton County youths can enter June cattle show A welfare fraud hotline Eaton County youths can was recently instituted by the Michigan Department of enter their heifers and steers Social Services in an effort to in the Michigan Junior Allmake sure that correct payments are made to Free pressure canner eligible recipients. testing scheduled DSS officials maintain that Do you have a dial gauge the number of welfare recipients who receive pressure canner? If the answer is yes, the assistance fraudulently is less than one percent of the dial needs to be periodically caseload. But each in­ checked. Mona Ellard, dividual case of fraud angers Eaton County Cooperative the public and it’s important Extension Home Economist that steps be taken to will provide free testing in the following stores in your alleviate the problem. The department en- area. All you need to bring is the courages substantive reports of suspected fraud which are lid to your pressure canner. “specific, objective, and A safety check will also be clear.” done on the gasket and The welfare fraud hotline safety valve. Proper will be operated by DSS maintenance ofyour canning employees in Lansing from equipment now can assure a 8:30a.m. to 12 noon and from more successful canning 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Monday season. through Friday. The number The Dail gauge pressure is 1-517-484-9001. canner schedule: WedReports of suspected fraud nesday, May 29, Pettit can also be made to any local Hardware, Eaton Rapids, 9­ DSS office. The essential 11 a.m.; Friday, may 31, information needed to begin Vermontville Hardware, a fraud investigation is the Vermontville, 9-11 a.m.; name and address of the Friday, May 31, Coast to person or family suspected Coast, Charlotte, 5-7 p.m.; of fraud, and the facts which Saturday, June 1, Coast to lead the caller to believe that Coast, Charlotte, 9-11 a.m.; welfare is being received Wednesday, June 5, ineligibly. Bellevue, Hardware, 9-11 I commend the DSS for a.m.; and Wednesday, June beginning this program and 5, Gambles, Grand Ledge, 1­ urge any of my constituents 3 p.m. NOWiwRfclElwN I TIIIN which a victim of crime might be faced, including restitution, the right to address a parole board, protection from in­ timidation, notification of an escape from prison by the perpetrator, and requirements that the victim receive pertinent in­ formation about the alleged criminal. Also under Van Regenmorter’s bill, prosecutors would be required to provide victims of crime with a listing of all their rights and the procedures used to in­ sure them under the act. Included in that listing are compensation details, 852-1948 Breed Beef Show, on Saturday, June 22 at the Genessee County Fairgrounds in Mt. Morris. “The show will be an excellent opportunity for youths who own beef projects to practice exhibiting their animals before county fairs begin in July,” says Nancy D. Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. The beef heifer show will feature classes for heifers of all breeds bom between Sept. 1, 1983 and March 31, 1985. Registered heifers must be exhibited in their breed classes; unregistered heifers can be entered in a commercial class. A steer show will be held in conjunction with the heifers show. All steers will be shown by weight and must weigh at least 700 pounds. Michigan 9- to 21-year-olds are eligible to show a maximum of two heifers and two steers. The entry fee is $10 per animal if submitted by June 13, and $20 if sub­ mitted after that date. Winners in each class will be announced the day of the event and will receive premiums, trophies or plaques. The event is sponsored by the Michigan Junior Livestock Society, the Michigan Beef Breed Associations and Michigan Club Calf Producers. For more information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Eight 4-Hers take top honors in sewing' Eight Eaton County 4H’ers recently participated in the county-level Grange Sewing Contest. Amber and Autumn Mead, from Mulliken, placed second and third respectively in their age division. The remaining 4-H’ers also received high scores in the construction of their gar­ ments, qualifying them to go on to the state competition. They included Kim Thomp­ son from Vermontville; Jodi Lilly from Grand Ledge; Anna O’Connell, Jolene Pennington, Sonja Rohdy ACTION-ADS GARAGE SALE: May 22, 23 & 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children’s clothes and misc. M-66 south of Nashville. Cathy Spitzer. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) GOVERNMENT HOMES from $1 (U repair). Also deliquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000, ext. GH-6574 for information. (6-25) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS! and Stacey Rohdy, all of Charlotte. In the state-wide Grange Sewing Contest, held May 3 and 4 at Home Grange in Marshall, Kim Thompson won third place in the twelve year old and younger division. Congratulations to all of the 4-H’ers who entered garments in the contests. The Grange Sewing Contest is co-sponsored by the Simplicity Pattern Company, B. Blumenthal and Company, the Risdon Corporation Sewing Notions Division, the Singer Com­ pany, C.M. Offray and Son Inc., and the Pelion Com­ pany. Current Simplicity patterns must be used in constructing all garments that are entered in the contest. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday, May 27 Memorial Day, no school. Tuesday, May 28 Hamburger or cheeseburger, French fries, green beans, pears. Wednesday, May 29 Spaghetti, mixed vegetables, peaches, roll and butter. Thursday, May 30 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, corn, fruit juice. Friday, May 31 Pizza, peas, peaches. Monday, June 3 Cooks choice. Tuesday,June 4 School in a.m. only, no lunches. Milk is served with all lunches. Have a happy and safe summer from the cooks! Maplewood School Monday, May 27 Memorial Day, no school. Tuesday, May 28 Tacos, lettuce, cheese, corn, peanut butter sand­ wich, pears. Wednesday, May 29 Turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, peaches. Thursday, May 30 Hot ham and cheese, potato sticks, green beans, fruit. Friday, May 31 Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, corn, bread and butter, cobbler. Monday, June 3 Pizza, green beans, pickles, mixed fruit. Tuesday, June 4 Last day of school. School in a.m. only. Have a nice summer. Fuller St. School Monday, May 27 Memorial Day, no school. Tuesday, May 28 Pizza, peas, applesauce. Wednesday, May 29 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, corn, fruit jello, butter sandwich. Thursday, May 30 Goulash, green beans, fruit choice, peanut butter sandwich. Friday, May 31 Fish, French fries, peas, butter sandwich. Monday, June 3 Sloppy Joes, corn, fruit choice, June and July bir­ thday treat. Tuesday, June 4 Nolunch. School a.m. only. Have a safe summer vacation from the cooks, Peggy and Gloria. Milk is served with each meal. • FOOD SALE • - BEDFORD AUCTION Saturday, May 25 Beginning at... 4:00 P.M* Seafood, meats, vegetables, many other kinds of food. Bedford Auction, For more information call... M-37 968-5178 �The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, May y 21,, 1985 — Page g 13 Bill would allow prosecutors to appeal 'lenient' court sentences, rulings S; s S ’*h< J?S S iiS**** »<£>» f»c » ,9sifcik t5 *&•(«► is* ®n ll'ffill '•«»«» ht|Bk Ptfcrtit ■nr IftIBK FfciS“ I*,*)! qlM^ .fail^ia It that the will of the people is often jeopardized by judges ?d° h*"d d»w“ ■— sentences. “This state is run by the W# ism® ta|a«ta MKHijI iMiid llB&lfl taW» i II IW an,&»ijA» i^ifcl^ att 4 * .< teH'1 ,jfE^ W*!-8 ’Alirt irt Ltfrlwo*. Lt T Tw" *!?. iJ>. *iiJ> jS*W?L| &A !£ !>£» ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., -Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) GARAGE SALE: Real big one! 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Offer Good May 22-25,1985 2.97 Charcoal Briquets 20 lb. bag Offer Good May 22-25,1985 GUAR ANTED TO GMW GRASS SEED BnuilStMiio GRASS SEED GrassE Our 5 BKW7f O.9u7r 6 ■ W W 4.27 5-lb.* Grass Seed All purpose seed is ideal for patching or new lawns. ‘Newwt. Offer Good May 22-25,1985 K-Gro® Fence/Grass Edger Use to control unwanted grass growth. 1-gallon. Offer Good May 22-25.1985 Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads challienuged by prosecuting attorneys when lenient sentences are delivered.” ■MM SECRETARY RECEPTIONIST For Nashville area professional office. Good bookkeeping and typing skills required. Must enjoy working with the public. Send resume to Ad No. 1028, In Care of Reminder, P.O. Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058. circuit courts i»n Michigan,, as well as the Michigan Court of Appeals, should be The Saving Place® Lake Odessa plans garage sale June 1 The Lake Odessa Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring its Third Annual Community Garage sale beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. The sale is, open to any individuals or non-profit organization that would like to set-up and sell their non­ business items. The sale will take place on the main street of Lake Odessa and many local merchants will be featuring -in-store specials as well. Pre-registration is suggested and further in­ formation can be obtained by calling (616) 374-8488. Everyone is asked to check in at the chamber office on the corner of Fourth Ave. arid First St. for location assignment. The office will be open for business beginning at 7:30 a.m. that day. P«Pte. tai to. Ota, our courts are not,” Nash said. “I think it is time that the Open Daily: 9-9; Sun. 11-5 Red Flowering Quince * MM* troduced in the Michigan House of Representatives by State Representative Ernie Nash (R-Dimondale), vice chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, that would grant prosecutors the right to appeal lenient sentences in district and circuit courts. Nash explained that under current laws, prosecutors cannot appeal a ridiculously lenient sentence. In addition, he said the bill, H.B. 4686, could also save the state time and money. “Frequently, such as in the Vincent Chin case, where the defendants originally received probationary sentences, prosecutors are blocked from purusing appeals in the courts where the lighter sentences are handed down,” Nash stated. “This bill gives the prosecutors the right to an appeal directly to the next higher court” The bill would also allow prosecutors to appeal trial court rulings which weaken the people’s case or nullify a jury verdict of guilty. “The prosecutor’s right of appeal is a major objective of prosecuting attorneys in this state and is a major goal of the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney’s legislative program,” Nash also stated. Nash added that the role of a prosecutor is to represent the people of the State of The Saving Place91 24.97t| 109b 6 7°^ 9” Nylon Grass Trimmer Grass and weed trimmer with 9" cutting swath. Save. 20-lnch Lawn Mower 3-HP side discharge, recoil start engine. 20-inch. _______Offer Good May 22-25.1985 1658 Lansing Rd., Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733 Automotive Service Center, Phone 543-1197 �The Maple Volley Mews, No*hv«lle. Tuevdoy Moy 21. 1985 — Poge 14 Maple Valley band students earn awards Four Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School students were recognized at a band honors night Sunday for being outstanding muscians Brett Ramey, a junior and a coronet player, earned the award for the most improved high school bandsman Jess Bahs a senior who plays trombone, received the prestigous John Phillip Sousa band award. The Survey, continued from 1 award is given to someone who displays outstanding character and dependabi li ty, as well as being an excellent muscian Audrey Dumont, a flute player, won the Sempre Fidelis award which is given and sponsored by the Local gal named as winner of ag award instructional staff praised Kristie Hosey, daughter of the system because it is Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Hosey small with a friendly at­ of Vermontville, was mosphere. recently named winner of When students were asked the 1985 DeKalb Agricultural about praise they would offer the system, most agreed Accomplishment Award. The award, sponsored they liked the sports. Another large percentage, 24 nationwide by DeKalb and percent like school because AgResearch, Inc. DeKalb-Pfizer Genetics, is their friends are there. When asked about their presented to the senior criticisms, 28 percent of agriculture student attaining public school parents said the highest degree of that some teachers had poor proficiency in scholarship, teaching methods, while 26 leadership and a supervised percent of the students agricultural program. agreed. One of three staff Kristie attends Maple members responding said Valley High School, where they were not happy with the she has been treasurer and lack of community support secretary of the local FFA for the schools and the chapter, the 1984 Ver­ teachers, while only 12 montville Maple Syrup percent of the students said the rules were too strict and Festival Queen, a member of National Honor Society, unfair. One of three voters (36 student council, band and 4­ percent) feel that the quality H. Her agricultural program of education in the Maple consists of crossbred Suffolk Valley schools has remained lambs. Following graduation, about the same in the past few years, as do a majority Kristie plans to attend of students (56 percent). Two Michigan State University out of three staff members, and major in ’the two-year however, feel that the agricultural technology quality of education has program. declined in the past few years (67 percent). EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties OFFERING COMPLETE. . WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726*0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST I 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. Marines, to an outstanding senior band member who holds the first chair in the school band, and Darcy McGhan, who plays clarinet, won the award as the Most Improved junior high band member. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg ’35” w/built in regulator... w/exchg. ’45” Most Starters.... Starters . w/exchg ’35” w/sol.noid..................... /exchg ’42” Water Pumps...... /exchg ’29” instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Four Maple Valley students won band awards Sunday. They are Brett Ramey, Jess Bahs, Audrey Dumont and Darcy McGhan. Serving Our Country Kristie Hosey As this year’s winner, Kristie receives a pin and certificate and her name will be inscribed on a special plaque displayed in the school’s agriculture classroom. The DeKalb Award, often considered the highest honor a vo-ag student can receive on the local level, is presented in nearly 4,000 schools an­ nually. DeKalb Ag Research, Inc. is an international cor­ poration with agricultural operations that produce hybrid seeds and poultry and swine breeding stock; manufacture irrigation equipment; and provide livestock marketing and community futures brokerage services. DeKalbPfizer Genetics, the com­ pany’s joint-venture seed operation, is an international researcher, producer marketer of hybrid corn, sorghum and sunflower and varietal soybean and alfalfa seed. Vermontville Class of ’35 meeting Saturday The Vermontville graduating class of 1935 will meet at the home of Mrs. Floyd (Lucille Hawkins) Carroll, 5288 Emery Rd., Portland on Saturday, May 25, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for visiting. Finger food and beverage will be furnished. Dulcimer Society meets Thornapple Valley Dulcimer Society will meet Saturday, May 25th at Tyden Park at 2 p.m. In case of rain we will meet at the Moose Lodge. County REMS to meet The Barry Co. REMS (Recreation, Education of Multiple Sclerosis) will meet at 7 p.m. on May 21 at the Barry Co. Medical Facility in the Eduction Room. ACTION-ADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-9657640 Battle Creek. (EOW) Daniel H. Bumford Air Force Base, in San Army Pfc. Daniel H. Bernadino, Calif. Bumford, son of Douglas B. SSGT Kenyon worked in and Norma J. Bumford of Grand Rapids as an Air 6844 Keyes Road, Bellevue, Force recruiter before being has arrived for duty in transferred. Kenyon will Nuremberg, West Germany. now work in his primary job Bumford, a portable air field of air conditioning and defense system crew refrigeration. His wife, member with the 210th Field Laurie, daughter of Mr. and Artillery Brigade, \yas Mrs. Raymond Aspinall, also previously assigned at Fort of Nashville, has joined Lewis, Washington. Kenyon in Calif. The His wife, Tracy, is the Kenyons have two children, daughter of Frank E. and David Jr., 10, and Jodi, 8. Hazel J. Eberhard of 140 Brewer Drive, Battle Creek. Danny M. Collige He is a, 1983 graduate of Pfc. Danny M. Collige, son Bellevue High School. of Christine E. and Ben D. Collige of 15022 North Ave., David Kenyon Bellevue, has completed SSGT David Kenyon, son basic training at Fort Dix, of Mr. and Mrs. Bennie Kenyon of Nashville, has been reassigned to Norton N.J. During the training, students received instruction in drill and cermonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. He is a 1979 graduate of Pennfield High School, Battle Creek. William H. Bishop William H. Bishop, son of Philip M. and Joyce M. Bishop of 7653 Davenport Road, Woodland, has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of airman first class. Bishop is a metal fabricating specialist at George Air Force Base, Calif., with the 831st Civil Engineering Squadron. He is a 1982 graduate of Lake wood High School, Lake Odessa. Engagements - Wheat prospects good Above normal tem­ peratures during April advanced development of Michigan’s 1985 wheat crop' by about 10 days. Most of the crop is currently rated in good to excellent condition, according to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Based on conditions as of May 1 winter wheat production is expected to total nearly 47 million bushels. Ifproduction prospects are realized, this will be the largest wheat crop on record. This year’s wheat crop is expected to be nearly three percent above last season’s large crop. The increase in production is attributed to an anticipated increase in average yields. Yields are currently expected to average 60 bushels per acre, three bushels above the record established a year ago. Acreage for harvest is estimated at 780,000 acres, down slightly from last year. Winter-kill was limited in most areas and abandoment is expected to total 20,000 acres. Nationally, winter wheat production is forecast at 1.97 billion bushels, four percent less than last year’s production. Growers expect to harvest 48.5 million acres for grain, six percent less than a year ago. Yield per harvested acre is place at 40.78 bushels. If realized this will be the second highest yield of record. Capers-Mobley Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Hammond of Hastings are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Deborah May Capers, to Randall Craig Mobley, son of Mrs. Shirley Prye of Jacksonville, N.C. Deborah is a 1981 graduate of Nashville Christian Academy in Nashville. Randy is a graduate of Dixon High School in Holly Ridge, N.C., and also at­ tended Coastal Carolina Community College in Jacksonville, N.C. He currently owns and operates the Southernaire Restaurant in Sneads Ferry, N.C. A Sept. 7 wedding is being planned which will be held in Nashville. Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 dfl RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM « • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION fl STA-RITE PUMPS ■ Do it yourself • 1 % " pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tank Tanks 2 -5’ Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville H[ H �tpe Most Beautiful Da^ of ^our bife start with thefinest WEDDING STATIONERY choose from our selection of WEDDING INVITATIONS • WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS • THANK YOU CARDS • RECEPTION CARDS • NAPKINS • WEDDING MATCHES • ACCESSORIES Sample books may be taken out overnight for selection at your convenience KiHir Phone 945-9554 Hastings �$CbsT6uttSrs $ FRESH GROUND DAILY! 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WINE & TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EX­ PRIES SATURDAY, MAY 25.1985. |^^tYour Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-05-28.pdf 21d3f12b3420bcabb110a90408efa0ad PDF Text Text L Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St, Hastings, MI 49058 RULK RATE U.S. P Hasting 49058 °ERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville,, Vol. 113 - No. 46 — Tuesday, May 28. 1985 Proposed policy would deal with 'cheating by Shelly Sulser Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Assistant Principal Larry Lenz proposed a new cheating policy to the board of education at its special meeting held May 20. “We are are having a tremendous difficulty with cheating,” Lenz told the board. “The majority of it is occurring in the junior high classes,” he added. When asked by board member Dale Ossenheimer what specific classes had the most cheating, Lenz replied that it happens “probably more in the math classes in junior high and in the senior high it’s more in English.” Lenz told of one particular incident where students had exchanged papers to grade. While a teacher’s aide was reading the answers aloud, one student who had kept his own paper was caught writing in the answers. The same student had been reported the previous week for cheating in the same manner. *&ass of1985 ^ “Its gotten to the point where a teacher will bring a student to me who has been caught cheating on more than one occasion and I frankly don’t know what to do at that point,” Lenz said. The proposed new cheating policy states: “It is felt that in the best interest of our students and the school district, forms of cheating be treated uniformly by the jr.-sr. high school teaching staff.”. The policy also says that cheating of any type, in­ cluding plagiarism (taking and using the ideas or writings of another as one’s own), will be dealt with. The proposed policy says that a person who is caught cheating the first time (per class) will be given a failing grade on whatever material was involved in the act of cheating (homework, quiz, test, final exam etc.) and the six week’s grade will be lowered one full grade. Nashville Blood Drive set On Wednesday, June 5 there will be two blood drives in Barry County. Nashville, the United Methodist Church will be having a blood drive from 1 until 6:45 p.m. Hastings First United Methodist Chruch Will be having a blood drive from 11 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. For further information on this drive please call Carol Stuart at 795-3487. Carleen Overholt can be contacted for further in­ formation on Nashville’s drive at 852-1740. Everyday, thousands of people require blood. And, since there is only one source of this precious fluid - you, the American Red Cross sometimes has a hard time collecting enough to meet its needs. In the summertime, this problem is compounded by the fact that people who usually donate blood are distracted by all the exciting outdoor activities. So, here’s your chance to help. Maple Valley seniors graduate Sunday Sunday, Jun 2, will be a time ofjoy and yet a time of sorrow for the seniors of Maple Valley. As graduates hear Dan Lykins and Audrey Dumont give their valedictorian and salutatorian speeches, memories of fond times in school will flash through their minds. Unless rainy weather forces the ceremony into the high school gym, the Rev. William Trump of Vermontville’s Congregational Church will give the opening benediction on the Fuller Street athletic field at 3 p.m. Eaton County Commissioner Edgar Fleetham will briefly address the 90 plus members of the Class of 1985. Mr. Fleetham has served the people of northwest Eaton County in some form of elected capacity since his 21st birthday. In addition to being a commissioner, he has served as a school board member, church lay leader, chaired the committee that built the medical facility, care member of Barry-Eaton Board of Public Health and others. Just prior to receiving their diplomas from board of education members Wayne and David Cogswell Hawkins, senior band and choir members will perform their last numbers as students. A new tradition was established last year of releasing balloons by the graduates at the end of the ceremony. This will be done again this year. Parents would also be notified, and a cheating indication would be made on the report card. The second time a student is caught cheating (per class), he-she would fail the six weeks period, and parents would be notified, with an indication made on the report card. The third offense (per class), the student would fail the semester, with an in­ dication on the report card and parents being notified. The proposed policy would also give the students the right to appeal their teacher’s accusation of cheating to the high school principal within five days of the incident. And, the policy states, the decision of the high school principal may be appealed to the superintendent of schools within five days after the decision is rendered. The board tabled the matter until the required second reading for a policy change can be made at the regular June meeting. MV school board buys buses during meeting by Shelly Sulser Two new school buses will be purchased for the Maple Valley Schools at a cost of $65,948, as a result of voting by the board of education at a special meeting Monday. After reviewing bids from three companies, the board agreed to purchase two bus bodies from Carpenter Bus Sales and Service, Inc. of Rockford, at $13,840 each, totalling $27,680. The board also agreed to purchase two bus chassis at a cost of $38,268, from Capital City International Trucks, Inc. of Lansing. The buses will arrive sometime in the fall. In another matter, Caroline Halliwill who is a representative of the Youth for Understanding Organization, a foreign exchange student program, was present at the meeting, questioning Burr Hartenburg’s decision to dinscontinue taking students from the program. Halliwill also serves as a host mother for exchange students. YFU generally provides Continued on page 11 Boosters end bingo games The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters have suspended, until further notice, the bingo games it sponsors because of a lack of volun­ teer parents to help conduct the fundraiser. Proceeds from bingo are used to help fund sports at Maple Valley. If bingo is discontinued permanently, there will not be enough funds to sponsor the 1985-86 sports program, said Bobbi Hoefler of the boosters. A special boosters meeting to discuss the problem will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 in the high school cafeteria. Nashville man gets Hole-In-One"! Chuck Lane of Nashville experienced a once-in-alifetime event Wednesday night while playing golf at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. Lane, who was playing a league match on the Wednesday Night Men's League, got a hole-in-one on the 205 yard par 3 hole. Lane has been playing golf for "12-15 years," he said, and this has never happened before. "It's a real thrill," Lane said. HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 28’85 121 S. CHURCH STREET Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 28, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News During a week of vacation last week your reporter and her “better half” traveled to Toledo, Ohio, on Tuesday to see former local resident Wayne Fuller and his wife, Eliner. While there we en­ joyed an auto tour of the area, including a visit to historic Perrysburg, a charming old city located on the Maumee River and named in honor of Com­ modore Perry, naval hero of the War of 1812. Nearby we stopped at the new Islamic Mosque, a stunning ar­ chitectural sight located in the open countryside just off 1-75 south of Perrsyburg. Other highlights of the day included a trip to Bowling Green, where we saw the campus of Bowling Green State University and other points of interest. Later, in Toledo, we had lunch at Tony Packo’s, a well-known Hungarian eastside eatery made famous by Cpl. Max Klinger (Jamie Farr) in his frequent longing-for-Toledo quips on the hit TV series “MASH.” Following that we toured the campus of the University of Toledo, browsed at the elegant Franklin Park Mall, and saw other sights in the city. During a drive through downtown Toledo we saw the new hotel that has risen adjacent to the popular Portside Market, a spec­ tacular building which houses a collection of unique shops in a park-like at­ mosphere on the Maumee Riverfront. The day was sunny and slightly cool, just right for sightseeing by auto. Before departing for home we enjoyed dinner with the Fullers at Bud & Luke’s, a longtime Toldeo Restaurant. A Red Cross Blood Drive will be conducted Wed­ nesday, June 5, at the United Methodist Church in Nash­ ville. Carleen Overholt is serving as chairperson. Details appear elsewhere this issue of the News. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The latest contribution to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week from Wallace and Elinore Graham in memory of Thomas Powers; from Helen Huwe in memory of Artie Dennis; from Reed Stoner, Mrs. Ward (Dorothy) Hecker, an Ella Everett in memory of Frieda Hecker; and from Bunny Shaw. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of all donors and of those named in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News arid will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new room. The recent clothing ex­ change conducted by the ladies of Assembly of God Church in Nashville brought such a good response that the women are considering making it an annual event. The ladies each brought unwanted clothing items from their own households to the parsonage basement to “swap” for articles that they or their family* members cotild use. The church office for Assembly of God has recently been moved from the parsonage into the church annex at 803 Reed Street. The secretary will be on the office Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The phone number is 852-9819. The move was made to better serve the community. Please use the side door for entrance into the office. At the recent Mother’s Day service at Assembly of God, 42 mothers were present. Mrs. Rita Miller received special recognition for being the one with the youngest child, 3-month-old Timothy. Mrs. Roberta Thompson had the smallest baby at birth: Dale, who weighed only 3 lbs. 4 ozs., while Mrs. Juanita Woodworth had the largest. Her son Mark weighed 12 lbs. 14 ozs. at birth. Each mother present at the service received a plant. Mr. and Mrs. Nate Sheldon of Nashville returned home last week from a motor trip to Florida, where they visited their daughter Paula Kimble and other relatives at Melbourne. They were accompanied by their son and family, Jim and Lori Sheldon and son Nathan of Morrison Lake. June (Brown) Potter of rural Nashville flew home last week from a winter’s stay at Brownsville, Texas, joining the ranks of several How can you guarantee the replacement of your home? 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A Promotion Picnic for children from three-yearolds to kindergarten age at Nashville Baptist Sunday Obituaries Robert Tobias NASHVILLE - Mr. Robert Tobias, 76, of 7804 Scott Rd., Nashville, died Thursday, May 23, 1985, at the emergency room at Pennock Hospital. He was born in Castleton Twp. on May 7, 1909, the son of Frank and Winnie (Wood) Tobias. He has lived all of his life on the family farm on Scott Rd. He attended Barryville and Nashville schools. He married the former Hilda Hill on November 16, 1932. He was engaged in far­ ming all his life and also was employed with Kellogg THANKS TO ALL We would like to express our thanks to our families, friends, nurses and doctors at Pennock Hospital for the flowers, plants and cards sent to us. We would also like to thank Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes. You’ve all been very helpful! Thanks again, Brad & Dawn DeCam d ACTION-ADS GARAGE SALE: May 29, 30 & 31. Boys’ clothes 10-18, girls’ 12-16, junior and women’s sizes, toys, Barbie pool, books, furniture, and misc. Half mile east of M-79 and Ionia Rd. corner, then half mile south on Frey Rd., Olmstead’s. FOR SALE: 1976 Malibu, very good transportation. Runs good, good tires, new exhaust, new shocks. Just tuned up. Rusty. $500. Days 852-9500, nights 852-1650. (6­ 4) 178 S. Main, Vermontville School will be held Saturday, board meeting will be June 1, at Putnam Park in conducted. A new Summer Sunday the village. Hot dogs, games and other activities are on School program will be the agenda for the event launched on June 2 at Nash­ which runs from 10:45 a.m. ville United Methodist Church. Each week a special to 2:15 p.m. At Sunday morning ser­ activity will be featured. The vices, June 2, Nashville first event will be a Bible Baptist Church will honor all Quiz. Sunday School hours graduating seniors. remain the same, comNashville Baptist Church mencing at 11 a.m. board members and their There will be special wives will meet at 6 p.m. recognition on Sunday, June Thursday, June 6, for dinner 2, at Nashville United at the home of Ken and Methodist for graduating Debby Burkett of Ionia seniors of the church. Also Road, Bellevue. Following a feted in the services that meal a regular monthly morning will be Richard and Feme Green, who are marking their 50th wedding anniversary, and Eldon and Wilma Day, celebrating their 45th. An open house from 2 to 5 p.m. in the church’s Community House Company, Battle Creek, for will be hosted by the Green’s children in their honor, also. 23 years, retiring in 1972. United Methodist Women Mr. Tobias is survived by his wife, Hilda; two sons, R. will meet at 7:30 p.m. Gerald Tobias of Hastings Wednesday, June 5, at the and Roger G. Tobias of home of Genevieve Hafner of Nashville; one daughter, Nashville. Good news that Mrs. Mrs. Richard (Janet) Aspinall of Hastings; nine Arthur (Margaret) Bateman grandchildren; and seven of Nashville is home from a great - grandchildren. He recent stay at Pennock was preceded in death by a Hospital and showing im­ provement. brother, Earl Tobias. Our early holiday deadline Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, precludes gathering any May 26, at Vogt Chapel-Wren weekend news for this Many former Funeral Homes, Nashville. column. The Rev. Mary Curtis and residents of our community the Rev. Steven Reid of­ are expected to be in town ficiated. Burial was in Saturday for the annual alumni banquet and various Barryville Cemetery. Memorial contributions class reunions. We hope to may be made to Pennock have reports on these events Hospital Emergency Room. for next week’s News. Our Best Wishes to You 1985 GRADUATES of Maple Valley High School /ff UiXXTJ] HARDWARE AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UNITEO METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville North State, Nashville Sun^School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: a.m. Youthjellowship . 6 p.m. p.m. Thursday: Bible Study......... 8 p.m. p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville souEast o ofasve) ('/> mile M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Church School ..11 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m.Sunday School .. I1 _0a.. m...... ChurchWorship. 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Wednesday: P.M. Service .......7 p.m. AWANA ... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. H. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Au.nMd.a W Socrhsohoilp.190::1350 aa.mm.* Wednesday Evening S Sunday School 10:30 a.m.’• Weornsehsip p................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......7 p.m. Sat. Mass......6:30 p.m Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Wed. Service..... 7 p.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. s. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship . .11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 28, 1985 — Page 3 5^ Gina Lehman chosen as M. V. Outstanding Business Student majoring in medical tran­ scription and secretarial work with a certificate in work processing. Miss Lehman is presently employed at Pennock Hospital in Hastings as a medical transcriptionist for the physical therapy department. As a student at Maple Valley, Gina has been active in the National Honor Society, marching and concert band, pep band, jazz band, and flag corps. She was also a member of the Maple Syrup Festival Queen’s court in 1984 and received the Daughters of the American Revolution Citizenship Award this year. s>S>j ‘&<SS\ <S&&Sssi\i SiS ‘Sk.£,l’<i» j^e: "’ Sto?k yjss? X? > *«ki ‘ ’«'< twin Jui J ■■H Aquiibi ■ <a i Sitirij [, J •j ,J5W ?*yi< Maple® fighSchool Nashville PTO President Butler, and Public Relations Laurie Kipp announced at Ann Taylor. last Thursday’s meeting that Outgoing president Laurie a wooden structure piece of Kipp was thanked for her playground equipment for two years of service to the Fuller School is being organization. checked into. This would be Following the business funded by the various PTO- meeting, Mrs. Pat Hansen’s sponsored projects this past fourth grade class presented year. a play entitled “Sweet Last year the PTO paid for Murder”. The play was field trips for the kin­ written by her students as a dergarteners through sixth •final project after months of grade. This year, on May 31, studying the art of the Zoo Mobile from Binder playwriting. Park will be coming to The main characters were Fuller and Kellogg schools. Greg Garn, Jack Dawson, Officials from the zoo will Dan Finkler, Rick Little, present a short program to Samantha Hughes and Leslie each grade. DePriester. The announcer Officers for the 1985-86 was Kelly Eastman. The school year will be President students did an excellent job Donna Garvey, Vice on the sets, props and President Laurie Kipp, costumes; The play was Secretary-Treasurer Susie enjoyed by all in attendance. GRADUATES SILK & LIVE • Corsages • Graduation Gifts • Centerpieces NEW SUPPLY OF... Silk Flowers Grandma's Greenery AFS 852-9797 Join us in the &S® }»*£*> Officers selected for Nashville PTO Gina Lehman, a Maple Valley High School senior has been chosen the outstanding business student for the school. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Gina Lehman, a senior at Maple Valley High School, has been selected as the 1985 Outstanding Business Student. Gina and business in­ structor Mr. St. Onge at­ tended a banquet at Western Michigan University on May 9. She received a certificate of achievement from the Battle Creek-Kalamazoo chapter of the Ad­ ministrative Management Society (AMS). The program speaker was Dr. Roberta Supnick, assistant professor of business information systems at the college. She spoke on learning how to learn, the importance of communication skills, and on maintaining your ex­ cellence in the business' world. Selected by the teachers of the business education department, she was chosen for her outstanding achievement in business classes. Gina has taken many business classes in­ cluding Typing I, advanced , typing, general business, accounting, Shorthand I, and ACTION-ADS office block which she enjoys LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 very much. years experience, very Gina, the daughter of reasonable rates. Honest and Loren and Mary Lehman of dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, will graduate Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) with high honors, with a grade point average of 3.86. FOR SALE: Quilts, crazy She plans to attend quilts. Nice for wedding Argubright Business College gifts. Mrs. Victor Brumm, in Battle Creek this fall, phone 852-9057. WJHMSiVS when you save at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan serving Eaton Countyfor over 48years Our people make us different. We’re the hometown financial institution you’ve come to know and trust. 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Charlotte, Michigan and Loan Association FOUR COHVEHIEHT LOCETIOHS TO SERVE TOO: ROME OFFICE • CHULOTTE, MICHI6M - FHOHE 543-3110 USHVILLE, MICHIBU • PRORE152-1130 EATOR Rtf IOS, MICHIUR • FHORE 113-1551 OLIVET, MICHIUR ■ PROBE 145-1511 OFFICE HOURS: Nm. thru Frl. 0:00 !• 4:30, Sat. 0:00 la 12:00 aata y EQUAL IWSIKC LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday, May 28, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the past jjASHVILLE ^NION graduates. CLAREXVE H. BARBER. . ALICE SMITH. EMMA J. BARBER ALLIE M. DOWXS. by Susan Hinckley board OP EVOCATION. *■ OVERHOLT, (Author’s note: A Memories of the Past published June 4, 1980, told the story of Nashville's first nigh school graduation, staged in 1887 at the local Metho­ dist Church. This week a photo review of early com­ mencement revives memories of the days when a typical NHS gradu­ ating class numbered from four to fourteen.) H. A. BARBER, . ■Mudrratur. H. TOUXG, A. TRtTMAM, JOHX BELL, z w ’tOBUKTlS. Invitations to Nashville's first graduation service June 17, 1887, carried the class motto; "We Finish But to Begin." Board of Education members outnumbered the four graduates. Diplomas were awarded by Super­ intendent J. W. Roberts. Since there was no school band at that early date, music for the event was fur­ nished by the Nashville Cornet Band, local village musicians. Other selections were rendered by the school choir and individual students. Some juniors took part in the ceremony. Small graduating classes were the trend long ago— Traditional graduation attire in the early days was dark suits for boys and long white dresses for girls. Caps and gowns did not come into use at NHS until the 1930s. Frank and Fern Lentz, children of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lentz, were among the eight graduates of Nashville's Class of 1893, the year the first alumni banquet was held. (They were the grandchildren of Lentz Table Company founder Jacob Lentz.) Early classes were so small that presentation of diplomas was often the briefest part of the ceremony. Frank and Fern hold their large, rolled certificates. Preparing for graduation from Nashville High School 78 years ago was this 13-member Class of 1907. Three of the persons in the photo are believed to be teachers. Identified graduates are Hazel DeRiar (Baird), second from left back row; Walter Scheldt, ex­ treme right back row; Golah Appelman (Rasey), second from left middle row; Lynn Brumm, seated in Nashville's 1885 Union School (above) had a 3-year high school curriculum when the first seniors graduated in 1887. There was no commencement in 1890, the year the high school course was expanded to four years. The schoolhouse burned in February 1902 and was replaced that year with a new brick building (below) which served the community until it was torn down after consolidation with Vermontville in the 1960s. Following the Kellogg addition in 1936, com­ mencement exercises were held in the new gymnasium-auditorium that is still part of the present-day Kellogg School. center of photo; and Inez Smith (Wash), extreme right front row. Other classmates,, in alphabetical order were Clara Austin, Kathryn Bowen, Grace Demarov’ Le,t,e F°w|er' Grace Fanck, Marquerite Kellogg Russell Marble and Claude Marshall. Can you match names with faces? High School in 1892. Graduates of Elsie's day customar*!y received floral arrangements as graduation gifts, °i j6 many colorful bouquets were proudly dis­ played at commencement exercises. This photo was done by E. H. VanNocker,, a talented local photophoto­ grapher of the 19th century who was noted for his ex­ tensive t i use off props in staged photo scenes. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1985 — Page 5 Residents in survey feel school discipline adequate Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is aimed at improving the public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. percent of voters responding said discipline is not strict enough, while a majority of staff (55 percent) indicate discipline is about right, including 74 percent of the secondary instructional staff. Those who said the discipline in the schools was not strict enough were asked, when the survey was conducted, what they think should be done to improve discipline in the schools. Twelve percent of all voters said there needs to be more communication and cooperation between the parents, the staff and the students. Teh percent responded by saying the schools need to provide teachers with more authority and backing. Of staff members the questioned, 17 percent said firm, uniform rules need to be established and enforced. When students were asked the how to improve discipline in the schools, 34 percent had no suggestions to offer, while 13 percent were concerned that the smoking in the bathrooms and the halls needs to be halted. A topic that has recently gained national attention is whether or not teachers have the right to take it upon themselves to punish a child in school. When Maple Valley teachers were asked in the survey if they felt free to discipline children when they misbehave, 78 percent of all of the staff members said yes. A breakdown of the staff responses reveals that 93 percent of the secondary instructional staff, 79 per­ cent of the elementary in­ structional staff, and 6 n0percent of the noninstructional staffagree they do feel free to discipline when needed. However, one out of five (20 percent) of all staff members responding said they do not feel free to discipline, and one out of three non-instructional staff members say the same. When asked why, 15 percent of the elementary The attitude and behavior of students in the schools and school discipline are topics of concern around s the country, according to the survey report. Discipline continues to be seen as the most important problem facing the public schools, as it has for more than a decade, according to the nationwide Gallup Poll, The Public’s Attitudes Toward The Public Schools. Some concerns were raised about a statement in last week’s survey report regarding the one percent of respondents who said they felt there was good discipline in the schools. This in­ formation was taken from the top of page 10, of the Public Opinion Survey of Registered voters, School District Employees and Students, when respondents offered details of praise for the schools. But in another part of the report beginning on page 41, a majority (57 percent) of public school parents said they felt discipline in the elementary level was about right, while a plurality of “non-parents” (42 percent) feel it is not strict enough. A majority of staff and students also indicate elementary discipline is about right. Regarding discipline at the junior-senior high level, 55 Educational programs put on by special guests at Fuller On Monday, May 20, Mrs. Helen Mudry came to Mrs. Hansen’s fourth grade room to talk to the class about the ear. Mrs. Mudry does the hearing tests for Fuller School. She explained the parts of the ear and an­ swered questions the students had about the ear. She also emphasized the importance of safety con­ cerning the ear. Accidents, loud noises and high'fevers cause loss of hearing. Mrs. Hansen’s class is studying the human body, health and foods in May. Dr. Overholt visited Mrs. Hansen’s room Wednesday, May 22. He showed the class a chart that explained tooth decay, wisdom teeth, root canals, and many other things. He answered questions from the class. Dr. Overholt gave each child a toothbrush and a tablet. «SS8S< »X -XjXnXmrZ »XXXXmZ ___ Xx wxxxxZ XxxxxxZ instructional staff saying no, say they feel there is a lack of support from the ad­ ministrators. The whole seven percent of the secondary instructional staff, saying no, agreed. The survey, in order to further clarify the feelings of the staff members about discipline, then asked them if they feel the support of the other staff members, board members and parents when they do discipline. The majority of all the staff (84 percent) said they feel the support of the other staff members, and administrators (78 percent) when they discipline a student, and a plurality (51 percent) feel the same support by the board of education. However, one of three feel they are not supported in disciplinary actions by the board. A majority of elementary instructional staff (59 percent) feel they have the backing of the parents in such actions, but a majortiy of secondary instructional (52 percent) and non-instructional staff (68 percent) indicate they do not have parental support when they discipline students. Some reasons listed by the staff for lack of support are: they feel the parents tend to take the child’s side in matters; there is a lack of consistent support from the board; they charge that the administrators want no problems and some staff members have a fear of retaliation. Perhaps you saw people, both adults and youth, picking up roadside litter during the week of May 11­ 17. Twenty-eight community organizations volunteered to particiapte in the first county-wide clean-up week. The amount of trash found on the roadsides was alar­ ming, according to several of the groups interviewed after clean-up week. Just about everything was found, from old shoes to furniture to food packaging containers. In fact, one of the most com­ mon items was food packaging from the fast food restaurants. Cans and bottles were also found, despite the new beverage container deposit law. The community-minded organizations that picked up roadside litter in the Ver­ montville area are listed below. Ifyou know any of the members, a special thanks for their generous assistance Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service NEW ADDRESS: 131 South State St., Nashville 1-517-852-0940 Hair - Nails - Suntan Bed Licensed Manicurist Hair Stylist - Diane Kuempel WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY Starting June 3rd on Monday Cheryl Valdick - Hair Stylist xxxxxx Xlt xxXXX. Think Tan... WEDDINGS x~~»x "I:" **55388?'* “n- ''KXSSMS&XX'' "!!i" ’'’TSSSSSBST ■raU Wednesday, May 15 marked the first annual Old Fashioned Spelling Bee at the Nashville Christian Academy. Words were given to the students by school Superintendent Rev. Thomas Voyles, with the following students receiving watches as prizes for being tops in their particular age groups: Carrie Roush and would be appreciated. Also your commitment to keeping Eaton County clean by the proper disposal of trash would be appreciated. Organizations participants in clean-up week include: FeedFetchers4-HClub; and Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4­ H Club. Clean-up week was sponsored by the Eaton County Board of Com­ missioners, the Cooperative Extension Service, the Road Commission, and the Planning Department. ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Tammy Friddle, first grade; Tarra Stay, second grade; Jennifer Hurless, third and fourth grade; Lisa Burkett, fifth grade; and Peg Cappon, sixth through eleventh grade. The students are already preparing for the second annual event. On Monday, May 13, the kindergarten through fourth grade students traveled by bus to the Detroit Zoo for their annual year-end Super Trip. Many family members were able to attend. Highlights of the Super Trip were a guided tour of the zoo, picnic lunch on the grounds and a stop at Mc­ Donalds in Howell before returning to the school at 7 p.m. Monday evening. attentionparents — Having a Graduation Party for Your Grads? Remember you have the same responsibility as your local tavern owners. You are legally respon­ sible for all party goers safety. Please be sure everyone gets home safe. Sincerely ... Your Michigan Licensed Beverage Assoc. and Kalamazoo Co. Sheriffs Dept. Vernon Reid for MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL BOARD June 10 Election Paid for by the Vernon Reid Election Committee 9841 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville Many New Tapes Now in Stock VIDEO SHOWCASE Over 150 VHS Titles to Choose From Including ... 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MON. thru SAT. �The Mople Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1985 Page 6 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events - Tuesday, May 28 - Ver­ montville Garden Club at 1:30 p.m. in the Griswold Room postponed from last week. A Monday, June 3 Woman’s Club meeting at 7 p.m. in the library to finish the years business. Mrs. Velma Whitmore and her daughter Mrs. Betty Moyer called on Mrs. Ava Kroger after the funeral on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Les Fox attended the funeral of Virginia’s 96-year-old grandmother in Saranac on Thursday. Visitors to Woodlawn Cemetery this Memorial week-end will be pleased with its well-groomed ap­ pearance, largely due to the hours of work that Jack Rathburn does voluntarily. Many thanks from decedents of families buried there also several members of the Garden Club worked Wed­ nesday planting flowers on the babies circle which has just been cleaned and un­ covered, also geraniums and other plants were put in some empty urns at graves no longer taken care of by families. Another well attended Historical Society meeting was held Thursday night at the Bible Church. After the bounteous potluck, the Young Men’s Quartet from the Bible Church entertained with lovely Gospel Music. Mr. and Mrs. Philip Byington, who were married in Alaska while he was in service there and have made three trips there, showed slides of scenery and of a church camp where Peggy was a cook. The slides also featured Mataneiska Valley with its glaciers, salmon fishing, gold mining and wildlife. Belated reports from Fetival ’85: -Ponterosa Campground had 134 units with 350 per­ sons. -Vermontville Museum had visitors from: 132 Michigan cities, seven states, and seven foreign countries including Venezuela, Sweden, Korea, Canada, Netherlands, Belgium and Japan. Many thanks to the helpers from Vermontville Historical Society, Eaton County Historical Society and Sunfield. On Wednesday the Mayor Exchange Group from Tustin visited the museum and were very impressed and interested as they were just in the process of beginning one. Mrs. Leta Nagle ac­ companied Mr. and Mrs. Merle Haines of Hastings on Tuesday for a few days visit with Mr. and Mrs. Les Harrison at Elkgrove, Illinois returning last of the ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 10, 1985 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the Annual Election of the School District will be held on Monday, June 10,1985. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7:00 O'CLOCK, A.M., AND CLOSE AT 8:00 O'CLOCK, P.M. At the Annual School Election there will be elected two (2) member(s) to the Board of Education of the district for full term(s) of four (4) years ending in 1989, and one (1) member for an unexpired term of one year ending in THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCY(IES): FOUR YEAR TERMS Marsha Ainslie James Bryan David Hagon Loren Lehman Dale Ossenheimer, Jr, Beatrice Pino Vernon Reid ONE YEAR TERM Duane Davidson LeRoy Sleeper TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT the following proposition(s) will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the Annual School Election: PROPOSITION TO USE BUILDING AND SITE FUNDS Shall the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, be authorized to use the balance of approximately $19,255 remaining in the 1963 Building and Site Fund towards furnishing and equipping, and/or repairing the junior/senior high school facility? THE VOTING PLACE(S) ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all territory of the school district of former Nashville W.K. Kellogg School. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Kindergarten Room - Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all terri­ tory of the school district of former Vermontville Community School Schools. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposition will be voted upon by the registered school electors of this school district at the annual school election to be held on Monday, June 10, 1985, which proposition was set forth in a resolutipn adopted by the Intermediate School Board of Eaton Intermediate School District, Michigan, on March 20,1985, to wit: SPECIAL EDUCATION MILLAGE PROPOSITION Shall the two mills limitation ($2.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation on the annual property tax previously approved by the electors of Eaton Intermediate School District, Michigan, for the education of handicapped persons be increased by one mill ($1.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation? All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this elec­ tion. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education. Paula cole Secretary, Board of Education Vermontville officials exchange with Tustin The Tustin officials toured Vermontville on Wednesday. week. Mrs. Polly Zemke remains about the same but still very ill in a Battle Creek Hospital. Mrs. Harold Hoover on North Main suddenly became ill on Thursday morning and was taken by ambulance to Community Hospital in Battle Creek. She was treated and we are happy to report she returned home the same day. Mrs. Greta Firster returns Saturday from a six day Tri County Tour through Penn­ sylvania and New York. Mrs. Mary Shaw and Mrs. Alberta Rockafellar were part of the group. Mr. Lloyd Wolever is a patient of H.G.B. Hospital and would enjoy hearing from his friends; Vermontville PTO News The fourth, fifth and sixth grade honor roll students will have cake and punch after a special ceremony honoring their academic achievements. One hundred dollars was donated by the PTO to fund this event. The PTO has agreed to support three school assemblies for the 1985-86 school year. Weekly Readers will be purchased for next year by the PTO at a cost totaling $900. The organization will also be purchasing several pieces of playground equipment: three tether ball poles, $225; two large springed rocking animals, $450; one funnel ball, $400; amounting to a total of $1,200 including shipping and handling. Five hundred dollars was set aside to fund the following field trips for our students this year: — K - March 7, Circus at Civic Center. — 1st - June 3, John Ball Park. — 2nd May 23, Impressions 5 and Potter Park. — 3rd May 22, MSU Museum and Potter Park. — 4th - May 31, Wood TV and Planetarium. — 5th - May 24, John Ball Park and Planetarium. — 6th - May 30, Bird Sanctuary. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HjGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ...6:30 p.m. Vermontville participated in Mayor Exchange Day last week when they went for a tour of the small town of Tustin on Monday. The Tustin officials made the return visit to the maple syrup town on Wednesday, when Vermontville Mayor Sue Villanueva presented the village key to Tustin Clerk Ruth Hammer who stood in for their mayor. L01 Announces... NEW HOURS Starting...Jme 10, 1985 ® ® Monday-Friday ...... 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Then Reopening for the cool of the evening............ 6 p.m.' to 8 p.m. Sat.7 a.m. to 2 p.m. BREAKFAST Sun.8 a.m. to 2 p.m. SPECIALS!! Come and fry our home cooked meals ... • Homemade Pies & Breads, and... * Lillian’s Huge Cinnamon Rolls We p Iso serve ... MILLER’S ICE CREAM SSffJSX ond MFTSWIRt We serve Pure Maple Syrup from Vermontville Producers! SWEETEST LITTLE TOWN IN MICHIGAN! at’s Sugar Hut Cafeg MAIN STREET, VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1985 — Page 7 Nashville Friends of the Library busy with projects The FOL Friendship Box is currently circulating in Nashville as a unique fundraiser. Pictured are librarian Ruth Brown and FOL Chairperson Sandy Schaub. by Shelly Sulser The Nashville Friends of the Library group recently bought a new vacuum cleaner for the Putnam Public Library in Nashville to replace the old model they have used for the past 15 years. The new sweeper came complete with a minivacuum which Librarian LaDuska Sheldon said would come in handy when cleaning the shelves. The FOL is also currently conducting a unique and different way of fund raising by circulating a “ FOL Friendship Box.” The box contains items valued at one dollar or less and is passed from home to home where people can take an item by making a donatation to FOL and contributing a replacement item of similiar value. So far, the box has earned $23 for the FOL. At a February 25 FOL meeting, new officers were installed. They are: Chairperson Sandy Schaub,, Co-Chairperson Darlene Hammond, Treasurer Mary Hay, and Secretary Margaret Ashcraft. Upcoming FOL events include a books and bake sale to be held at the library Shown with their new vacuum cleaner purchased by the Friends of the Library are libararians (left to right) Janet Kellogg, Ruth Brown, LaDuska Sheldon, and FOL Chairperson Sandy Schaub. during the village garage sale, and a Summer Story Hour beginning Tuesday July 9 and continuing every following Tuesday. WTO SPECIAL 2ETHE MONTH Applications beingtaken for jobs The Michigan Youth Corps program begins its third year next month, and the Michigan Department of Labor began taking ap­ plications on Monday, May 20, State Representative Bob Bender (R-Middleville) reported. The Youth Corps .was created in 1983 by an act of the Michigan Legislature and Governor James J. Blanchard. Since the program was first initiated, 45,000 summer jobs have been created for eligible 18to 21-year-olds. Members of the Youth Corps receive the minimum wage for their work. “The Youth Corps is aimed permanent work after the at unemployed men and Youth Corps expires in the women between the ages of fall of each year.” Rep. Bender added that 18 and 21, with a priority placement of unemployed this year’s Youth Corps will heads of households, or who provide jobs for nearly 16,000 live in a house with an youths, in all of the state’s 83 unemployed head of the counties. Applications for household,” Bender ex- the 1985 Michigan Youth Corps can be obtained at any plained. “The jobs the Corps Michigan Employment perform are diverse and Security Commission include anything from (MESC) office, all Depart­ cleaning out county drains to ment of Social Services working on county offices, all community fairgrounds, State Parks and colleges, colleges and highway roadsides. It has universities, all vocational been proven a very wor­ centers, and all 26 Service thwhile program with many Delivery Area agency of­ past participants finding fices. “Right now, as the end of May approaches, thousands Basement Bargains HOME FURNISHINGS at Very Special Prices Tablecloths Plastic lace.......... ?t//2 Bed Pillows Full Size • Reg. *3.99 PRICE $QO00 2^’6°° Shower Curtains with Matching Window Curtain $ A99 Curtain Panels $097 Heavy, Slight Irreg., 40x81" or 40x63" dm Rubbermaid Shelf Liner $ « oo "If it's in our basement, it's a bargain" Variety store PHONE 852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Downtown Noshville of Michigan youths are beginning to look for work, and many unemployed families are concerned about what their children will be doing this summer. The Michigan Youth Corps is the place where they should look first, because it has a proven record of post-summer job placement, and offers a wide variety of working ex­ periences,” Bender con­ cluded. ADDITIONAL 7X5’S $128 EACH Order big, beautiful 7x5 color enlargements of your favorite memories and receive an attractive folder folde frame at no extra cost from your Mcjon photo Center. ■ Available from color negatives only. Extra charge for color copy negative or ■ internegative from slides. Tape coupon to envelope. Offer good thru June ■ 30. | Mace Pharmacy 207 Main St., Nashville A /WWW* Photo Center 630,636 । Graduate to Greater Savings BAYER Two blood drives June 5 On Wednesday, June 5, there will be two blood drives in Barry County. Hastings First United Methodist Church will have a drive from 11 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. For further information on this drive, please call Carol Stuart at 945-4455. In addition, Nashville United Methodist Church will have a blood drive from 1 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Carleen Overholt can be contacted for further in­ formation on Nashville’s drive at 852-1740. “Everyday, thousands of people require blood,” noted drive organizer Carol Stewart “And, since there is only one source of this precious fluid — you — the American Red Cross sometimes has a hard time collecting enough 'to meet our needs. “In the summertime, this problem is compounded by the fact that people who usually donate blood are distracted by all the exciting outdoor activities,” she said. “So here’s your chance to help. On Wednesday, June 5, blood drives will be held in both Nashville and Hastings. We hope to see your there.” 7X5 COLOR ENLARGEMENT 1 FOR $1.59 2 FOR $2.87 CAMPHOPHENIQUE Campho Pnenlque ASPIRIN LIQUID 100'S LIQUID ANTISEPTIC 3/4 OZ. 219 DRY IDEA COPPERTONE REGULAR OR UNSCENTED 2.5 OZ. LOTION OR OIL 8 OZ. 44 DRY IDEA 379 DRY IDEA B-D B-D #8410. #8412. #8413 OR #8461 MICRO-FINE III INSULIN SYRINGES 100’S ALCOHOL SWABS 100’S SI.50 $17.59 LESS MFG. REBATE FINAL-COST Coppertooe 4 00 LESS MFG. REBATE -.75 FINAL COST ,75 S13.59 OLD SPICE MYLANTA GIFT SET AFTER SHAVE & SOAP-ONA-ROPE LIQUID 12 OZ. OR TABLETS 100’S 479 239 OLD SPICE AFTER SHAVE COLOGNE 4% OZ. 4% OZ. 079 398 REGULAR OB LIME HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 052985 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. May 28, 1985 — Page 8 �gJjgWtoR XJiarta^n B Tobias TJjqfl MlWfcL iWWeWeVeWar I Carpurttr J. 5i(inoiuts f». Tcrpaiina P. Jfanuosb sK£oih| T .Manter B JCJianulton ® these businesses Furniture Stripping ... By Elaine and Stuart Hometown Lumber & Rasey Construction Co. 219 S. State St., Nashville Bobbie's Unique Nall Service Johnny’s Food Mart 131 S. State, Nashville 538 Sherman, Nashville THE GRADUATES! Marathon C Store 416 N. Main, Nashville Satellite T.V. Co. 105 Washington St., Nashville Pat's Sugar Hut Cafe Main St., Vermontville Nancy's Beauty Shop 157 S. Main, Vermontville Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main, Vermontville 160 S. Main, Vermontville Country Kettle 111 N. Main. Nashville 202 N. Main, Nashville , Nashville auto & Farm Supply 112 N. Main, Nashville 131 S. Main. Vermontville Citizens Elevator Co. 870S. Main, Vermontville Thornapple General Store 201 Main St., Nashville 301 S. Main, Nashville Eaton Federal Savings & Loan Grandma's Greenery Washington St., Nashville 109 S. Main, Nashville Maple Valley Concrete Products 725 S. Durkee (M-66),-Nashville Wolever's Real Estate Maple Valley Lawn & Garden 2996 N. Ionia, Vermontville Corner of Noshville Hwy. 8 Arbor Rood ABC Dairy Delite O'Dell’s 24 Hr. Towing 103 N. Main,.Nashville 141 N. Main, Vermontville Big George's Party Store Bob's Service Shop Comerica Cappon Qulk Mart 133 S. Main St., Nashville 126 S. Main, Nashville J.R.’s Party Mart 203 N. Main, Nashville Vermontville Hardware Nashville Co-Op Elevator Association 204 N. Main, Nashville 637 S. Main, Nashville Smoky & Flo's Irene's Beauty Shop Ken's Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville Stanton's Real Estate & Auctioneers Nashville and Vermontville Kelley's Variety Store 117 N. Main, Nashville 610 S. Wellman Rd., Nashville Maple Leaf Florist Gifts & Antiques Wheeler Marine Service 311 N. Main, Nashville M-66 South of Noshville Mace Pharmacy Sweet & How Good 207 N. Main, Nashville 650 S. Main, Vermontville Maple Valley Real Estate Mirror's Image 227 N. Main, Nashville 111 N. Main, Nashville > Carl's Super Market Nashville and Sunfield Hecker Agency 225 N. Main, Nashville Kent Oil Company Peake's Antiques Maple Valley Implement 735 Durkee (M-66) Nashville 102 N. Main, Nashville 737 Sherman, Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1985 — Page 10 Right to Life to host reps for GR group Nashville participates in Mayor Exchange with Stevensville Stevensville officials visited Nashville last Monday as a part of the annual Mayor Exchange Day activities. The group toured the town and Stevensville Mayor Barney Vasdick was presented a key to the village by Nashville Mayor John Hughes. Twelve Nashville officials made the return visit to Stevensville Wednesday, where they were escorted into town like royalty, by the police and fire departments, with their sirens announcing Nashville's arrival. John Hughes presents a plaque to Stevensville Mayor Barney Vasdick. CARD OF THANKS Cusack named fair's grand marshall The Lake Odessa Fair Board announces the 16th annual Grand Marshall of the Lake Odessa Fair as C. Ernest Cusack (called af­ fectionately by his friends and family “Ernie”) of 1302 Tupper Lake St., Lake Odessa. Ernie was born on Feb. 20, 1911 in Hubbardston, MI. His parents were Charles and Helen O’Connell. He comes from a family of 13 and used to walk three miles to attend school. He married Stella Meyers on Aug. 24, 1940. Together ★ WONDER ROAST CHICKEN VCR TAPES - DISC PLAYERS 852*9670 — 852-9837 8:30 -11, Sunday thru Thursday 8:30 - 1:00 a.m., Friday & Saturday they have raised 10 children all of whom graduated from the Lake Odessa and Lakewood School Systems. The have six sons and four daughters. They are Herb and Jim of Lake Odessa, Bill of Hastings, Dan of Ionia, Ken of Fenwick, Patrick of Woodland, Rebecca, Janice and Colleen of Grand Rapids, and Mary (Endres) of Clarksville. They have 20 grandchildren. There were one of the first families to attend the St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Lake Odessa when it was founded in 1949. Ernie has worked as a farmer and a livestock dealer. He retired as a correction officer for the State of Michigan after 19 years of employment at the Ionia Reformatory in 1973. He has raised, trained, and raced harness horses for 35 years. He served as a member of the Lake Odessa Fair Board in various capacities for 15 years during the 1950’s and 1960’s. He has served as vice­ president, over the grand­ stand bleachers during the late 1960’s. Ernie is a member of the U.S. Trotting Association, the Northern MI Fairs and Racing Circuit, and a life member of the MI Harness Horsemen Association. An open house in his honor will be held on Thursday, July 4, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Central Methodist Church Hall in Lake Odessa. All friends, relatives, and public are invited to attend. Former 4-Hers eligible for scholarships Former Eaton County 4-H members are eligible for five $1,000 scholarships funded by the Chicago and North Western Transportation Co. Applicants must be enrolled this fall as college juniors, seniors or graduate students in forestry, agricultural business or agricultural economics. “One scholarship will be awarded to a 4-H member in each of nine Mid-western states, including Michigan,” explains Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. The Michigan winner will be chosen by the Cooperative Extension Service and will be announced during the 64th National 4-H Congress, Dec. 1-5 in Chicago. For more information and applications, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. I would like to thank each and everyone of the students and staff at Parkview School in Charlotte, MI. In honoring me the oldest grandparent, and the grandparent with the most grandchilden. It will be most memorable for me. Bertha M. Becker Nashville, MI. The Maple Valley Right to Life has announced that David Berstein and Bill Mitchell, of Bethany Ser­ vices from Grand Rapids, will be on hand to share and to answer questions at the Tuesday, May 28 general meeting of the local organization. Bethany Services is wellknown in the pro-life com­ munity due to the key role they play in providing assistance to pregnant women in need of counseling. Its main objective is to supply moral, financial and spiritual help during and after the pregnancy months. Bethany offers a strong emphasis to the many alternatives to abortion of which adoption is one. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. in the Nashville Community Building. All concerned citizens are urged to attend. Also, the movie “Silent Scream” will be made available to any organization that wishes to get medically documented information about what goes on as a human life is threatened. The local Right to Life welcomes any inquiries regarding this vital issue and asks that they be mailed to P.O. Box 459, Nashville, MI 49073. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, May 29 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Pettit Hardware, Eaton Rapids. Thursday, May 30 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Exploration Days orientation, 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds. Friday, May 31 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Vermontville Hardware, Vermontville. Friday, May 31 - 5-7 p.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Coast to Coast, Charlotte. Saturday, June 1 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Coast to Coast, Charlotte. Saturday, June 1 - 9-11 a.m., 4-H Market Lamb Weigh-in, Sheep Barn area, fairgrounds. Saturday, June 1 -10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Shooting Sports: 10 a.m. noon, firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club, Bellevue; 1-3 p.m., archery outside 4-H Bldg., fairgrounds, Charlotte. Monday, June 3-8 p.m., 4-H Council meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Wednesday, June 5 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Bellevue Hardware, Bellevue. Wednesday, June 5 -1-3 p.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Gambles, Grand Ledge. Saturday, June 8-10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Grand River - Spring Canoe Trip. Advance reservation required. Tuesday, June 11 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, June 11-7:30 p.m., Citizenship Washington Focus Trip Orientation, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Wednesday, June 12 - Mackinac 4-H Fun Day. Thursday, June 13 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall, fairgrounds. Thursday, June 13 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H County Teen Club meeting, auditorium, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Friday, June 14-9 a.m., Dairy Poster Contest judging, Felpausch Food Center, 226 S. Bostwick, Charlotte. Make your Work Fun with a.. • Easy Front Mounting • Large 48" Cutting Width • Adjustable Cutting Height • Fully Enclosed Blades, Pulleys, and Belts '• Electric Starting Standard (Manual Opt) • 10 H.P. Tecumseh Standard • Easy Access Control Panel. Colour Spray for Hair BOB’S SERVICE SHOP Beauty Shop 610 S. Wellman Rd., Nashville, Ml 49073 852-9377 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28, 1985 — Page 11 3rd graders enjoy rural life tour Eaton County Rural Life Don Wetzel talks to Fuller Students about farm life before the tour begins. by Shelly Sulser The three third grade classes of Fuller Street School in Nashville got a break from the usual daily routine last week. Those students boarded a bus and ventured into the country as a part of the School board meeting, from page 1 l ft t fftt WONffilljj •sw.iaas wiOT.wi Il ittaa ■ kiiia-jsn ***** South American and Japanese exchange students, while a second program, the American and Scandinavian Student Ex­ change deals mainly with Norwegian, Finnish and Swedish students, Hartenburg said. ■ Hartenburgsaid he doesn’t plna to accept students from YFC after next school year, because “I just prefer working with the other group,” he said. “It doesn’t have anything to do with where the students come from.” Maple Valley will accept the YFU students next year but not the following year, Hartenburg said. Halliwill protested. “What I would like to do is get the program back in the school,” she said, “and see this problem resolved.” The disagreement apparently stems from an incident when a high school staff member allegedly contacted Mrs. Halliwill on a previous occasion by using her . unlisted telephone number. The staff member was inquiring if Mrs. Halliwill would like to have her exchange student’s picture in the year book. Halliwill was apparently disturbed that she had received the call, after having had her number changed. At the board meeting, Halliwill said the exchange students “are here for an American experience, not to be accessible to the student body,” she said of the reason for changing her telephone number. The board decided to let its policy committee explore the matter further. In other action, the board: —Agreed to purchase science books and materials for grades one through five, as recommended by Howard Yost and Bill Christensen, elementary school principals. —Approved the purchase of of one one Singer Singer sewing machine for the home economics department at a cost per machine of $539, from the Singer Company of Troy, Michigan. —Agreed to the purchase of four portable Model 4P computers from Radio Shack at a cost of $519.20 each which will provide additional machines to meet the needs of students enrolled in the computer class for the 1985-86 school year per a request submitted by Jerry Reese. Total cost is $2,076.80 and brings the number of computers in the department to 20, with the funds being taken from the replacement of equipment account. —Distributed “Focus” group recommendations submitted by Kathy Feaster of the State Department of Education to members and the public. (See related story.) This little calf loved the attention from the curious students. Women which gave the visiting a farm; workbooks; students an insight into and a day of school in the agriculture and production recreated one-room school. of their food; exhibits and The Wetzels were one of displays which teachers eleven farm families could use in their classroom; throughout Eaton County to a slide presentation on host the tour. New Construction*ServiceaRemodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 The children from Fuller School who visited the Wetzel form lost week learned that sheep have four stomaches. life on the farm. The Wetzels began the tour by telling the children about their 600 acre dairy farm where they also raise sheep. Ducks and dogs also reside on the farm. Nancy Thelen, the Eaton County Extension 4-H youth agent helped in the tour, where the classes of Gerrie Long, Clara Arvizu and Nancy Potter learned about farm animal care. Other project activities included classroom presentations by the Eaton County Farm Bureau Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all ofEaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens^ M Lawn Furniture A. 8' Picnic Table B. Patio Table & 4 Chairs C. Glider Chair D. Lawn Glider $5995 9 195” *57” *82*° 14-hp Garden Tractor with ECAM™ 'Am*** Only *2350 PLUS TAX w EQUIPPED Model GT14E Features Gilson's exclusive ECAM 2000, large turftires, a rugged 14-hp Briggs & Stratton 1/C engine and an adjustable hi-back seat. A variety ofattachments foryear round tractor use. Special Heavy-Duty Engine Mowerattachment optional 90 DAY FREE FINANCING NO INTEREST • NO PAYMENTS Maple Valley Lawn & Garden — SALES & SERVICE — Corner of Nashville Hwy and Arbor Rd. Phone... 726-0133 Girl Scouts plan bridging ceremonies Girl Scouts in the Nash­ ville area will be joining with girls in Hastings and Woodland for Neighborhood 5 bridging ceremonies. The ceremony will take place Thursday, May 23, at the Fish Hatchery in Hastings at 6:30 p.m. Third grade Brownie Scouts will be bridging to Junior Girl Scouts. Sixth grade Juniors will bridge to Cadettes and ninth grade scouts bridge to Senior Girl Scouts. Parents and family of the scouts are encouraged to attend the ceremony. Anyone wishing to car pool can meet at the Taylors’ at 6 p.m. 8 x!2' with floor you build, all materials needed to erect *373 All Prices Cash & Carry. Tax Not Included. Prices Good thru Sat., June 1,1985. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIYERING-PLANNING-ESTIMATING-SAVIIIG Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 28, 1985 — Page 12 Focus group makes recommendations Maple Valley Board of Education SPECIAL MEETING MAY 20, 1985 Present: Baker, Cole, Ossenheimer, Sleeper, Tobias and Wolff. Absent: Cogswell and Hawkins. 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by the Vice-President. 2. Communications: Kathy Feaster's focus group recommendations have been received. Anyone who desires a copy of the observation may pick one up at Central Office. 3. School Busses: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to purchase two bus chassis from Capital City International and two bus bodies from Carpenter Bus Sales with heaters for the total cost of $65,948. Ayes: All. Absent: Cogswell and Hawkins. Motion carried. 4. Textbooks: Motion made by Cole, supported by Tobias to approve the purchase of the elementary science books for grades 1-5 as recommended by H. Yost and B. Christensen. Ayes: All. Absent: Cogswell and Hawkins. Motion carried. Baker left at 7:30 p.m. 5. 85-86 Budget: The school financial outlook will be discussed at the June Board Meeting. 6. Sewing Machine: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Sleeper, to purchase one Singer sewing machine, model number 935 for the Home Economics Depart­ ment from Singer Company, Troy, Michigan, total cost of $539.00. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker, Cogswell and Hawkins. Motion carried. 7. Computers: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to approve the purchase of four portable model 4P computers from Radio Shack, total cost of $2,076.80. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker, Cogswell and Hawkins. Motion carried. 8. MESSAJnsurance: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Sleeper to send a letter to Michigan Education Special Service Association advising we are in agree­ ment to change from Equitable to Blue Cross and we desire the cost savings which will result. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker, Cogswell and Hawkins Motion carried. 9. Attendance and Cheating Policies: The attendance policy and the proposed cheating policy were referred to the Policy Comittee which will meet prior to the June Board Meeting. 10. Youth for Understanding: Mrs. Ernest Halliwell spoke to the Board on behalf of the Youth for Understanding Program, expressing concern the program be continued. This matter was referred to the curriculum and policy committee and B. Hartenburg. 11. Other Business: There were 25 broken windows reported at Fuller Street Elementary this past weekend. 12. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Sleeper to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker, Cogswell and Hawkins. Motion carried. Time: 8:12 p.m. These minutes are subject to approval at the June 12, 1985 Board Meeting. PAULA COLE, Secretary Maple Valley Board of Education • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facili­ ties, in the City of Charlotte on May 15, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. Linda M. Twitched Clerk of the Board of Commissioners NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING May 30,1985 at 7:00 P.M. at the COMMUNITY CENTER, NASHVILLE PURPOSE: Ralph Kirk is requesting a var­ iance in order to place a pole barn on property located at 3710 Curtis Road. •jHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals State education dept, gives report by Shelly Sulser Before a March telephone survey of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District, Kathy Feaster of the State Department of Education met with various groups in Nashville and Vermontville to learn the concerns of the public. A list of recommendations from those meetings con­ tains seven areas of concern by the public and the areas they feel need change and improvement. Many participants in the focus groups, including all of the clergy, were disturbed because the regular school board meetings . are scheduled for Wednesday nights, which are regular church nights, the report said. Consequently, the recommendation in the report was to have the board consider moving their meetings to another evening, so as not to infringe on church nights. Feaster noted in the report that the clergy expressed their willingness to assist the board in any way they can. “Take them up on their offer,” Feaster suggests in her report. “They have training in stress management and burnout, etc. and would be willing to team up and hold workshops with the board, with teachers, etc.... ” Feaster says this would form an “ecumenical training team.” The report goes on to urge the board to join the Michigan Association of School Boards because there are many services the MASB supplies that are invaluable, the report says, and the membership would more that pay for itself each year. Participation in such a group improves the “board­ manship” skills of members and cannot help but improve the deliberation process of the total board, it stated. -The report by Feaster also says that contact with members from other school boards can be a plus benefit to an idividual member, and to the deliberations and conduct of the entire local board. Feaster also said concern was expressed on the part of business persons about some of the bidding practices of the distict, in connection with local bidders. Many districts have a policy that, if a local bidder is only a certain small percentage higher, the local business person will be awarded the bid. Perhaps such a policy might be developed for Maple Valley, the report Eaton County youths who have completed at least one year of 4-H work are eligible for college scholarships totaling $7,750. Most of the grants are $1,000 each and will go to young people planning careers in agriculture or related fields, such as forestry, veterinary medicine and animal science. “Quite a variety of scholarships are being of­ fered to 4-H’ers this year,” says Nancy D. Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. A $750 scholarships will be awarded to a 4-H member enrolling in any major at an accredited college, university, or technical or trade school this fall who was influence by 4-H in his or her career choice. This scholarship is in memory of HELD MAY 9,1985 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council, held May 9, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville. Present, Harvey, Frith, Furlong, Tobias and Chaffee. Kent Absent. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The following bills were presented and motion by Frith, supported by Harvey that they be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All Ayes. Motion Carried. GARAGE AND EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell....................... ...25.49 Consumers Power............... 255.77 Arrow Overall Supply....... ..10.30 Pioneer Manufacturing Co.. 375.25 Purity Cylinder Gases............. 15.08 Nashville Hardware............... 78.39 Jerry's Tire & Auto Service . 425.39 Municipal Supply Co............... 77.42 Kent Oil Co................................... 21.78 STREET DEPARTMENT Pioneer Manufacturing Co.. 150.00 Nashville Hardware................ 1.00 Maple Valley Concrete 45.75 tangible reward. The last recommendation made-by Feaster deals with ways to better inform the public about the schools. “Since the voters’ foremost source of information about the schools is the Maple Valley News, why not arrange for a regular column about employees in the district,” Feaster suggests. “One time (do) a column about a teacher, their interests, special ac­ complishments, etc.; another time a bus driver, etc. “Voters need to get to know the accomplishments of the employees of the district, and see them in a different light,” the report concludes. County 4-Hers urged to seek scholarships Minutes of Regular Meeting GENERAL Michigan Bell.............................. 39.60 Consumers Power (Office) . 122.71 Consumers Power (Streetlights).......... 1,180.40 Clary, Nantz, Wood and Hoffius .................. .119.69 Arrow Overall Supply... ..13.50 Mace Pharmacy............. ... 8.76 Comerica Bank................ ...30.00 Hastings Flower Shop... ..15.60 Maple Valley News........ 104.21 Chemi-Trol........................ .118.47 Kelley's 5‘ to $1.00.................... 5.72 Hastings Office Supply.......... 61.44 Jackson National Life....... .483.36 Blue Cross/Blue Shield .. . 626.34 American Bankers Life .. . 124.90 Recognition Inc.................... .... 30.00 suggested. Concerning the band director, Feaster pointed out that he is paid by the band boosters, “which places the director in an extremely uncomfortable position, working for two ‘masters’,” she said. The recom­ mendation was to alleviate this situation with a “trade­ off,” meaning the boosters could possibly pick up some of the other costs for the band-which the board now funds, and the board could fund the entire salary of the director, including the extra­ curricular part. To begin improving em­ ployee morale in the district, the report recommends selecting an “employee of the month” and arrange for a special citation at a board meeting and some other Timothy Boucher..... 625.00 Reith Riley Cosst. Co 286.38 Michigan Roads & Const......... 24.15 Scott Civil Engineering Co. . 795.30 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell.............. 33.16 ..... 8.35 Mace Pharmacy........ Jackson National Life 263.60 Blue Cross/Blue Shield ....... 312.35 American Bankers Life 48.20 Nashville Hardware... ....... 35 Kent Oil Co...................... .54.31 General Electric ...,. .13.20 Powers Shell................... .68.50 WATER AND SEWER Michigan Bell (Water). ..13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer). 115.39 Consumers Power (Water) . 482.55 Consumers Power (Sewer) 1,077.70 Clary, Nantz, Wood, Hoffius................... .200.00 Arrow Overall Suppl ..10.00 Nashville Hardware. .38.08 U.S. Postmaster........ ... 64.68 Hometown Lumber... ..30.70 Hoch Chemical........... 261.19 Duane Hamilton Excavating. 408.00 Pleasant Telephone............... 24.50 Nashville Co-Op Elevator...... 15.75 ChempaceCorp................... 1,062.41 PARKS Nashville Hardwar Hometown Lumber. .... 55 1.41 Sgt. Gene Koetje submitted the Police Report for the month of April, 1985. Leon Frith, Supt. of D.P.W. submitted the D.P.W. report for the month of April, 1985. Gertrude L. Warren, a pioneer 4-H leader often described as “the mother of 4-H”. Two other scholarships of $1,000 each are being provided by Who’s Who Among American High School Students, of Lake Forest, IL. The Education Foundation of Alpha Gamma Rho, Des Plaines, II., is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a current 4-H member who will be enrolled as a college freshman this fall in agriculture, forestry, veterinary medicine or a closely related field. Two $1,000 scholarships are donated by Wayne Feeds Division of Continental Grain Co., Chicago, to present or former 4-H members currently enrolled in a college of veterinary medicine. Scholarship winners are selected by the Cooperative Extension Service and will be announced during the 64th National 4-H Congress, Dec. 1-15, in Chicago. For more information and applications, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Local resident receives county s Volunteer Service Award recently Patti Wright of Charlotte has received the Eaton County Silver Salute Award of the Extension Home Economics Program of the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service. This award for excellence in volunteer leadership is presented annually to an individual who has given of his or her time to help im­ plement key Extension Home Economics programs in the county, says Mona Ellard, County Extension Home Economist. Patti Wright received the award at the Extension Homemakers’ 60th An­ niversary “Spring Event,” on Wednesday, May 8. Each county in Michigan will submit the name of its Silver Salute Award winner to the statewide selection committee. From these candidates the committee will select Michigan’s 1985 Silver Award winner. This award will be presented during College Week in June at MSU. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) • POSITION OPEN • The Village of Nashville will be accepting applications for Secretary/Treasurer of the Lakeview Cemetery Board. Applications must be submitted to the Village Clerk at 206 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 by 5:00 p.m. June 3, 1985. Susan M. Corkwell Village Clerk NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING May 30,1985 at 7:00 P.M. at the COMMUNITY CENTER, NASHVILLE PURPOSE: Daniel Norris is requesting a special use permit and variance in order to place a mobile home on property located on Lot 60 in the Hardendorf Addition on Gregg Street. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, May 28. 1985 — Page 13 ACTION-ADS COA menu and events schedule Tn w Sw ^2S 2S»££ *»£'£' « ^JS^JS - *W> W> W>; ^sjs ®* fem itaiu* ***n S ’**^^*. ?* "'*. * * JftA 52^^s 15?,2 *“*! 1 ? *“ ! £^s ' .'’^ ^Srtjftt tt T*,lal»»»«!MK la ^wmiwidji itoktWri^ liMk Mmijiiisp Ifc&ll risfctifzii; iattafi Mlttn ■itat bteMita ipite (unite fa te it i.3!® attia it «□ । Eiffin I'M tail Sfllwimli Isfawiiiltp* fafetyi s& i u I® tfW *||0iP (t&i “u.mmaamnueas. class. coffee coffeeand andtea teaare areavailable. available. Margarine and milk are Menu is subject to change included with each meal; without notice. Need. a ride? Call 948-8098, Barry County Transit is standing by. Open Daily: 9-9; Sun. 11-5 SALE ENDS SATURDAY The Saving Place* kMMfc ^‘^-^-rnthiriiriin DOORBUSTER DOORBUSTER ’ DOORBUSTER 5.77.; 6b00° Offer Good May 29 ■ June 1 1264 Our 89.77 Ryan® Gas Line Trimmer Electronic ignition with fingertip throttle control. Save! 10-12" Evergreen Assortment Yews. Junipers or Arborvitaes in upright. globe, pyramidal or spreaders. Offer Good May 29 • June 1 Offer Good May 29 ■ June 1 [[BrigcsAStrattonI Fragrant 2-3* Lilac Shrub Beautiful fragrant lilacs with com­ pact, bushy growth. Colorful. Offer Good May 29 • June 1 SB82 Offer Good May 29 • June 1 Offer Good May 29 - June 1 ^|g0 '&E* $ *\ Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave. in Hastings, and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wed­ nesday and Friday at the Eagles Club in Woodland. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, coffee, crafts, games, and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Please join us for. the following meals and programs. May 28 - Swedish meat­ balls with noodles, squash, coleslaw, peach slices. Hastings: Humanities class. May 29 - Veal cutlet in broth, com O’Brien, stewed tomatoes, rye bread, fresh fruit. Hastings: Sing-along with Fern. All sites: bir­ thday party. May 30 - Beef tips with gravy, mashed potatoes, Oriental vegetables, pineapple upside-down cake. Hastings and Nashville: Bingo. Delton: Lansing Gilbert, slide show. May 31 - Tuna ala king, tossed salad with dressing, Italian blend vegetables, biscuit, gelatin whip. Hastings: Legal Aid. Nash­ ville: Diane Spaulding, "Coping With Stress”. Woodland: Blood pressure clinic. June 3 - Baked chicken, yams with marshmallows, Brussels sprouts, rye bread, fresh fruit. Hastings: Social Security. Nashville: Blood pressure clinic. Delton: Diane Spaulding, “Coping With Stress”. June 4 - Oriental casserole with rice, cottage cheese, peas, cherries. Hastings: GOVERNMENT HOMES TUTORING: In my home. from 41 (U repair). Also Call Debra Cooley, 852-9106. deliquent tax property. Call (6-5) 805-687-6000 ext GH-6574 for information. (6-25) " Hearing slated for com promotion program A public hearing to con­ sider establishment of a proposed Michigan Corn Promotion and Development Program has been scheduled by the Michigan Department of Agriculture, Thursday, May 30, beginning at 1 p.m. in the State Police Training Academy auditorium, 7426 Canal Raod, Lansing. The academy is located in the State’s Secondary Complex, just south of the I­ 69 and 1-96 interchange. More than 200 corn • growers signed and sub­ mitted a petition to the Michigan Department of Agriculture requesting establishment of the program, according to Paul E. Kindinger, MDA director. To approve the referen­ dum, an affirmative vote of at least 50 percent ofthe total votes cast, representing more than 50 percent of the corn production of those casting ballots is required. If put into effect, the Corn Promotion and Development Program would provide funding for advertising and promotion of Michigan corn, by assessing com growers up to one-half cent per bushel for each bushel of corn sold. Offer Good May 29 - Juno 1 97c 4" Potted Geraniums Add cheerful color to your garden area. In 4" pots. 127.97 22-lnch Lawn Mower 31/a HP mower with recoil start engine and 22” blade. 24.88 Our 34.88 Deluxe Spreader Spreader with fingertip control. 75 lb.* capacity. Also on sale our 29.97 50 lb. * capacity spreader for 19.88. Model 5B50 •Net wt. ■ * fl Flat ®Ur 7 -99 Handy 12-Pack Annuals Assorted annuals for gar­ den or patio area. 12-pk. PIONEER LANDSCAPE Offer Good May 29 • June 1 Otter Good May 29 - June 1 Offer Good May 29 - Jun. 1 3 0< SOle For 7 ^ Price 8x16x2” Patio Blocks Pafio blocks in assorted decorative colors. Save! 8.97^7 75-Ft. Garden Hose 75,x%" nylon reinforced hose with brass couplings. The Saving Place* Otter Good May 29 • Juno 1 2.57 s 20-Ft. Vinyl Lawn Edging 20-ft. plastic edging conrols unwanted growth. Q*7 Sale ■ V < Price 30-Lbs.* Cypress Mulch Keeps nitrogen in the soil. Improves appearances. 1658 Lansing Rd., Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733 Automotive Service Center, Phone 543-1197 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 28. 1985 — Page 14 Nashville adopts tax allocation Scouts attend campree Cadette Troops 730 and 221 attended the District 2 Campree on May 3-5. Some of the activities they enjoyed were carving, outdoor cooking, photography, volleyball and new games. Pictured in back are Marsha Ainslie, Kathy Brzycki, , leaders, Shannon Pufpaff, Pam White, leader, Kristen Brzycki, Amy Kellogg and Christy Bennett; front row: Nicole Blair, Kerri Lamie, Debra White, Hope Christie, Marcie Ainslie and Lona Kienutske. by Shelly Sulser The Nashville council voted at a public hearing Thursday to adopt a tax allocation that enables the village to collect the full 16 mills it levies. Mayor John Hughes said the Truth and Taxation hearing is required in order for the village to collect the full 100 percent of the revenue from the 16 mills, levied from local State Equalized Valuation of properties. Of the 16 mills currently levied by the village, 10 are for local government, five are for the streets and one is debt retirement on a 1964 sewer bond. If the hearing were not held, the village would only be able to collect little more than 15 mills because of the increase in the village’s SEV The new system will allow incoming calls to be an­ swered by the Nashville police rather than calls going directly to the Barry County Sheriff’s Department which is the present procedure. However, should a call not be answered in Nashville by the first three rings, it will automatically be answered at the BCSD. The Nashville police department’s new phone number will be made available to the public. The council also voted to hire a company to finish paving Francis Street after the new bridge is in place. The cost is estimated at $8,125 for the paving work. Superintendent of the Department of Public Works Leon Frith reported to the council thaf this year’s spring clean-up project cost a little over $600. Hughes said the new clean-up method worked well and it “wasn’t a bad way to go.” Police committee member Carl Tobias asked the council to consider a request that will be made by the committee from the next budget, purchasing a .repeater for the police car. Tobias explained the item is used as a link between the hand held radios and the in­ house police radio. Fire board member Jerry Kent mentioned to the council that the board is planning to purchase a new fire truck, noting that there seems to be adequate fun­ ding to do so. Tobias informed the council that some speed limit signs were incorrectly placed when they were first installed. Tobias recom­ mended that the limits be restablished on Sherman Street between East Street and Curtis Road, where it should be 35 mph instead of 25. From East Street to Main Street on Sherman, it should read 25 mph. Also, on Reed Street from Lentz Street to Curtis Road, the limit should be 30 mph. On Reed from Lentz to Main, it will remain 25. The council also voted to remove the first parking space on the Southeast corner of Main and Washington Streets to im­ prove visibility. this year. The hearing allows the collection "'of the ad­ ditional .0004 of a mill or $3,147 to levy the full 16 mills. (One mill generates about $8,400). In other discussion during the regular meeting of the council, Hughes reported that he and Police Chief Gene Koetje will be checking areas of town where junked, inoperable vehicles currently sit violating the city junk car ordinance. Hughes said that if an unlicensed car sits inoperable for more than 30 days, the owners will be cited with a letter giving them 15 days to remove the vehicle from the property. In other action, the council voted to allow the police department to put a phone system in the police office for an installation fee of $150. Local student accepted to West Point Military Academy By Shelly Sulser Harold Dean Stewart Jr., a senior at Maple Valley High School, recently received notification of his ac­ ceptance to the United States Military Academy of New in honor of the graduates willI York, and received his follow the ceremony. award certificate at Maple Valley honors night last Tuesday. Stewart, 18, is the son of Harold and Sharon Stewart of Vermontville, and will report to West Point July 1 where he plans to study electrical engineering. Business students from Before his acceptance, Maple Valley High SchoolI Stewarthad to maintain a 3.5 participated in the recent grade point average or Business Olympics held at better and be active in Davenport College, Lansing; sports. The fact that he was employed during his high branch. Over 200 students from 23 school years contributed to area high schools competed his consideration, he said. As a candidate, Stewart in subjects such as: Typing I, Typing II, Shorthand I, was nominated for the by U.S. Shorthand II, Shorthand III, academy Congressman Howard Accounting, Business Math, and Proofreading - Spelling. Wolpe. Stewart said Wolpe had recommended five The following Maple persons for the one available Valley students were given position, with Stewart awards for their outstanding _ winning the spot. business skills: Dan Hale, Stewart is excited about honorable mention in Typing the admittance. “I’ve I; and Stacy Conroy, third wanted this since I was real place in Shorthand I. young,” he said. “I can’t wait to go.” During High School, Stewart was a member of the Varsity Club, played football for four years, wrestled for four years and ran track and played baseball one year. He is also a four year member of the National Honor Society, and served as his class representative during his senior year. Stewart is a member of student council and will graduate with high honors. He attended Army basic training last summer in Fort Knox, Kentucky, where he was one of eight out of 200 to graduate from basic as an honor soldier, and was one of six to be promoted to E-2. Stewart also belonged to the Grand Ledge National Guard Armory, where he worked in weapons repair in the helicopter unit. He will enter the academy as. a fourth class cadet and Local adults graduate May 30 Maple Valley - Lakewood Adult Graduation will be held Thursday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m. in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Auditorium. This is the first year in several years that the graduation ceremony will be held in Maple Valley. Graduation in recent years has been held jointly with the Lakewood program at Lakewood. Fourteen adults will be graduating. Everyone is invited to attend. A reception EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers, in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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At Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-06-04.pdf ed9e0490cd557f7f0758455952a980b6 PDF Text Text Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Hastings, M igan Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Vol. 113 - No. 47 — Tuesday, June 4, 1985 Nine candidates compete for school board seats David Hagon The two four-year terms of Dale Ossenheimer and Wayne Cogswell and the oneyear seat currently held by LeRoy Sleeper on the Maple Valley Board of Education are up for re-election June 10, with nine candidates hoping to secure the three spots. Vying for the one year term are LeRoy Sleeper and Duane Davidson. LeRoy Sleeper, the in­ cumbent, hopes to keep his trustee position on the board which he has held since last November when he was appointed to fill the vacancy created when Merle Martin resigned. Sleeper, 43, of 667 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, is an automobile salesman at Fowler’s Inc. of Charlotte. He and wife Barbara have six children, four of whom are students in the Maple Valley schools, with one Marsha Ainslie starting at Maplewood in the fall. Jeff and Brian attend Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School, Joshua and Leah are students at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville, and Bethany will start kindergarten in September. Michael is the youngest. (Sleeper made no comment on his views about the current issues at Maple Valley in a questionaire for this article). Duane Davidson, 47, 216 Pease Rd. Vermontville hopes to defeat Sleeper for the one-year trustee position. Davidson feels getting a good education and finding funds and the personnel to do a good job are important issues. He also says he is for millage if it is for the bet­ terment of education and school operation. Davidson, a farmer,, and wife farmer, Katheryn, a small business 96 graduate Sunday from Maple Valley by Shelly Sulser The Fuller Street football field was the Sunday setting where parents watched in eager anticipation, and seniors faced a turning point in their lives. The event was Maple Valley High School’s commencement excercises, marking the end of an era and a new beginning for 96 graduates. After the newest group of soon-to-be alumni of Maple The seniors leave the field following commencement. Loren Lehman Beatrice Pino owner, have one child, Cass Davidson, 16, who is a student at Maple Valley. Davidson serves on the Kalamo township board of review. Hoping to clinch the fouryear board seats are James Bryan, Dale Ossenheimer, David Hagon, Vernon Reid, Marsha Ainslie, Loren Leh man and Beatrice Pino. James Bryan, 39, lives at 3998 Morgan Rd. near Nash­ ville, and works as a steam and pipe fitter at Hastings Manufacturing. Bryan wishes to become more involved with the con­ tinuation of the Maple Valley School system and feels there are needs regarding special education. Bryan also notes that basic education should include emphasis in areas associated with the changing job markets and college Dale Ossenheimer requirements. He feels he has the basic qualifications as every citizen who is a registered voter. Concerning millages, Bryan says millage increases have to be James Bryan Vernon Reid Duane Davidson LeRoy Sleeper justified to the voters. “If a millage is justified, then it will recieve my full sup­ port,” he said. Bryan has run in the past four elections. He and wife June have three (CONGRATULATIONS!) Valley marched to the strains of pomp and cir­ cumstance and seated themselves before bleachers filled with spectators, guest speaker Edgar Fleetham of the Eaton County Board of Commissioners gave his children attending Maple Valley Schools; James Jr., 16, Angelina, 11, and Shawn, 7. Bryan is affilitated with the Red Cross, the Maple Continued on page 14 GRADS'85 address. Fleetham told the seniors that “Whatever path you choose to follow, the learning process goes on. It’s a never ending thing,” he said. He also noted that it’s not The Fuller Football Field was the scene for Sunday's commencement exercises. HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S. CHUP.C Hastinys, STREET ichij n 49058 Continued on page 10 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Nashville. Merlin Gage and wife Margaret of Grass Lake dropped by for a visit. He graduated from NHS in 1934 but was ill last year and unable to attend the Golden Anniversary reunion of his class. Mrs' Olith Hamilton of Nashville was the only former Nashville schoolteacher present at the event. Former local superintendents W.D. Wallace and Arlie Reed both are ill and were unable to attend. Ardis Purchis and her committee of Pauline Lehman, Wilma Bogart and Dorotha Brumm, with the gracious help of Lucille Hecker, arranged the party. Light refreshments were served. The home of- Ralph and Gladys (Remington) Richardson of Nashville was the scene of the reunion of Nashville High School’s Class of 1925 on Saturday afternoon preceeding the alumni banquet. Classmates present for the occasion, in addition to Mrs. Richardson, were Gertrude Powers Montgomery and Glen Roush, both of Nashville; John Johnson of Middleville; Hilda Shaffer Clingan of Plainwell; and the former Margaret Benedict of Florida. Later, four of them attended the alumni banquet of MVHS. The Class of 1925 with 28 members 'plus one adult graduate (Mrs. Blanche McPeck) appears to have been the second largest in the history of Nashville High. (According to our records they were topped Dorothy Hicks McCleary of Ft. Myers, Florida, traveled the farthest distance to attend a reunion of Nashville’s Class of 1935, held Saturday, May 25, proceeding the annual Maple Valley Alumni Banquet. The Class of ‘35 gathered during the afternoon at the Com­ munity Center building in Putnam Park at Nashville to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their high school graduation. Out of a commencement class that numbered 26, four now are deceased. Sixteen of the surving classmates showed up at the reunion. Twelve of those later attended the alumni banquet held that evening at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School cafeteria, and received special recognition. Those present at the reunion in addition to Mrs. McCleary were Pauline Douse Lehman and husband Carl of Bellevue; Phyllis Higdon Kester -of Kalamazoo; Bill Roe and wife Vi of Lake City; Ralph McClelland and wife Edith of Freeport; Laurence Hecker and wife Lucille; Helen McDowell Barry and husband Norman; and Robert Howell and wife Grace, all of Hastings; Wilma Hess Bogart and husband Dick; Gretchen DeCamp Pixley; Mary Feighner Bell and husband Albert; Bruce and Dorotha (Green) Brumm; Eldon Day and wife Wilma; Philip Garlinger and wife Phyllis; and Ardis Brumm Purchis and husband Maurice, all of only by the Class of 1897, which had 33 members). Another remarkable feature of the class, noted by The Nashville News at the time of their graduation on June 11, 1925, was that “young ladies commonly in the majority, are outnumbered over two to one.” There were nine girl graduates (not counting Mrs. McPeck) and 19 boys. The Class of 1925 was featured in a Memories of the Past column published Aug. 29, 1979. A class photo used in that story graphically shows the lop­ sided radio of males. An American Red Cross blood drive is being con­ ducted Wednesday, June 5, in the Community House of Nashville United Methodist Church. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Carleen Overholt is chairperson, and may be contacted at 852-1740 for further information. For many households in the Maple Valley com­ munity, Sunday was a big day: commencement for the Class of 1985, followed by traditional “open house’’ gatherings to honor the in­ dividual graduating seniors. Congratulations to all! Nashville’s third annual Village Garage Sale, sponsored by the local Chamber of Commere, is set for Saturday, June 15. This is a repeat of an event that has met with great success the past two years. Householders throughout the community are urged to participate by conducting garage and yard sales that How can you count on great claims service? No problem. Many may say they have great claims service. Only some can prove it. Auto-Owners polled their customers, and found almost all of them are sat­ isfied with Auto-Owners Claims Service. (Nobody's perfect, but we're try­ ing) So right now there is a great effort to please the few that aren't and continue the "common sense" approach to settlements that made Auto-Owners so popular in the first place. See your Auto-Owners agent. Because although there ore many that say they have great claims service, Auto-Owners works harder every day to prove it. . 7^716 Prv6&/mPeop&, - Trumble Agency 517-726*0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones By Susan Hinckley day. The chamber will take charge of all advertising, which will include publishing street addresses of all homes where sales are being held. Since the last two sales have brought an influx of out-of­ town shoppers to Nashville for the day, the address listing is very important, and time is short for signing up. If you wish to be included register at one of the four following business places by Thursday: Mace Pharmacy, Comerica Bank, Kelley’s Variety Store, or County Kettle Cafe. Remember, the deadline is June 6th. Chamber organizers hope to attract a larger number of bargain-hunters by widely advertising the sale. There is no charge for the listing. Support the chamber in this exciting activity. Last year the profuse number of household sales brought bumper-to-bumber traffic to some village streets, as well as plenty of foot traffic. Most all participants reported a profitable and fun day. Again this year the local Friends of the Library will be conducting a sale of used books and baked goods on the lawn at Putnam Public Library during the village’s communitywide garage sale. This is one of many fund­ raisers by the FOL to earn money to finance their many worthy projects at our library. Support them in their work. Former local resident Margaret (DeRiar) Bolier of Grand Rapids and her sister Edna Hill of Wyoming were in Nashville on Saturday before Memorial Day and called on Mrs. Myrtle Graham. The Nashville Baptist Promoters For Christ, a ladies’ missionary group, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 11 at the church. Following the meeting, a baby shower will commence at 7:15 in honor of Lorna Brooke. Ladies’ softball team of Nashville Baptist is slated to meet the ladies of Family Altar Chapel of Battle Creek on Thursday evening, June 6, at the Pennfield United Brethern diamond. A service at the Lansing City Rescue Mission will be conducted starting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, by Nashville Baptist Church. Rev. Blair Schlepp of the Central Indian Bible College, at Mobridge, South Dakota will address the Assembly of God in Nashville during services starting at 6 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Rev. Schlepp will be sharing his experiences in' training Indians for ministry in In­ dians. Plans are underway to honor recent high school graduates at Nashville Assembly of God. The young people will be guests of honor at a restaurant dinner on Saturday evening, June 15. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week from the Nashville Senior Citizen’s Site in memory of Artie Dennis; and in memory of Kyle Sheldon from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Oaster and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Dipert. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, named of donors and of those named in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new room. Former local resident Cinda (Murphy) Ward of Arlington, Texas, received a bachelor’s degree from the School of Architecture, University of Texas at Arlington, on Saturday, May Local business part of oil recycling program Kent Oil Co. and Trowbridge Sales and Service are among the twenty-seven used oil collection sites in Eaton County. The collection sites accept used oil from do-it-yourself oil changers and store it until it goes to a refinery for re­ refining and reuse. The used oil recycling project, sponsored by the Cooperative Extension Service, is targarted at the estimated 75,000 gallons of used oil that are wasted each year in Eaton County. Lacking an appropriate disposal site, gallons of oil are dumped on vacant lots, down storm sewers, and in trash cans. This wastes a valuable energy resource, and pollutes both the land and water. Participation in the Recycle Used Oil program is easy. Consumers simply AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH •NtTEO METHOMST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville North State, Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville 110 S. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/: mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Church School .. 11 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m.»Sunday School 10am Church Worship .11 a.m. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m.A.M. Service.... 11 a..m.. (Nursery Care Available) Thursday: Wednesday: PM Service 7 pm Bible Study ...,. 8 p.m. AWANA......... 7:00 p.m.P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Worship. Worship. AWANA......... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. .' Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.• Worship................ 7p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH REV. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service .......7 p.m. Sat. Mass......6:30 p.m. p.m Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Wed. Service..... 7 p.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe 18th, and her parents David and Rosalie Murphy of Nashville flew to Texas to be with her for the happy oc­ casion. Also present for the ceremony were the parents of her husband, Quentin: former local residetns George and Janet Ward of Cottage Grove, Oregon. The Murphys flew to Texas on the 15th; he returning the following Monday and she on the 24th. Cinda, a 1979 MVHS graduate, soon will be ap­ plying for enrollment to graduate school in her chosen field at U.T., Arlington The United Methodist Church will be conducting a rummage sale at the Community House in con­ nection with the Village Garage Sale on Saturday, June 15. Lunches also will be served there. Ada Yaudes and Nancy Moore have charge of organizing the event. Strong westerly winds with gusts ranging from 50 to 60 mph pounded the Maple Valley area and much of Michigan all day last Friday, bringing down leaves and limbs and filling the sky with dusty haze. In some areas electrical service was in­ terrupted by the windstorm. Nashvill escaped any serious damage. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting. .7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR drain their used oil into a reusable container, such as a gallon milk container, or a cider jug and bring it to one of the collection sites in the county. A brochure listing all the collection sites is available wherever you buy oil and at the Extension office. At the collection station you’ll be directed where to deposit the used oil, and after you do, take your reusable container home, ready for use next time. Do-it-yourself oil changers will no longer be plagued by the question of what to do with the used oil. Recycle it at local recycling centers, save energy and protect the environment. For more information about the Recycle Used Oil program, contact Allen Krizek at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, 517-543-2310 or 372­ 5594. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD Jig & & #* jtW* PfiS d^' w'f firt® Htfl ia® !#* rfi# >**■ •91W ,*#4 jjsrfW jid* as'ibfe jpW1' ipriiifntmM^ MtaUp! imipifn iifoiWs riiiffiffiii Iin Ini Wing wife �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 3 w 05 tN< N A 5 MS sss •to wm tot •o •too *SJS totoW! •h*2st*o« 2« •k J?S K?t *J.M«n ■ lituus^ 5 lid ’8®:$?^ s Ik k «1 i &ta ifeataiiBik Voters have mixed feelings about board's performance Note: This is a series of of opinion apparent between weekly articles about the the opinions of instructional responses of 355 people in the and non-instructional staff. Maple Valley School District Sixty-nine percent of the (Nashville and Vermontville instructional staff rated the residents) to a variety of board poor, as did 40 percent questions about the local of the non-instructional staff public educational system. members. The local citizens were When high school students selected by systematic were asked the same random sampling question, 60 percent procedures and interviewed responded with a fair rating by telephone in March by the for the board. State Board of Education. Some reasons for poor The survey’s purpose is ratings are reflected in the aimed at improving the responses of voters when public’s confidence in asked why they gave the education and to lay plans board a poor rating. Five for future changes to better percent charged that the the curriculum and staff board members do not work morale, according to together, there is too much Michigan Department of infighting and they do not Education Consultant Kathy project a unified position on Feaster who developed the important matters. questionnaire. A small percentage said there is poor communication All respondents in the with the staff and citizens; Maple Valley opinion survey they are too political and project were asked a series they are not concerned about of questions about the board education, only themselves. of education. First, they Another small percentage were asked to judge the of voters said the board lacks performance of the school leadership and management board. skills and the knowledge of Persons interviewed were educational matters, while asked to rate the job being 26 percent of the staff said done by the board of the same. Voters also said education excellent, good, there is a lack of adequate fair or poor on an overall curriculum and programs, basis. The survey revealed and there are too many that the voters have mixed cutbacks. feelings on the overall Regarding whether or not performance of the board. voters and staff felt the Only three percent of all board is representative, respondents gave the board somewhat representative or an excellent rating, but 34 not very representative of percent said the board does a citizens in the school district, good job, while 37 percent one of three voters (31 rated them fair. percent) feel the board is Eleven percent of all the representative of citizens in respondents gave the board the district. a poor rating. One of four voters (29 The majority of all staff percent) and nearly two of members (58 percent) rate three staff members (65 the overall performance of percent) feel the board is at the school board as “poor”, least somewhat represen­ There is no with a significant difference tative. significant difference bet­ ween the opinions of subgroups in this matter, the survey said. A majority of the in­ structional staff members (54 percent) feel that the board is too much involved in administrative detail; however, the survey noted a plurality of non-instructional staff (44 percent) indicate that they are not enough involved in procedures to operate the school. Concerning the performance of school per­ sonnel, 42 percent of public school parents give the principals a good rating, as do 30 percent of non-parents and 41 percent of staff and students. The 11 percent of voters who gave the principals a poor rating said there is a lack of communication and cooperation with the staff, the students and the com­ munity; the principals do not care and do not get involved, and there is a lack of ad­ ministrative ability and leadership. When rating the Maple Valley School Superin­ tendent, seven percent of all voters gave him an excellent rating, while 40 percent gave him a good rating. Thirty­ seven percent of all staff gave the superintendent a fair rating, as did 46 percent of all students. Eleven percent of the 21 percent of the staff that gave the superintendent a poor rating said they did so because he lacks ad­ ministrative ability and leadership. Ten percent said he is interested in the budget and not the quality of education, and another 11 percent said the superin­ tendent has poor com­ munication and coopertion with the staff and com­ munity. Concerning the per­ formance of elementary school teachers, 30 percent of public school parents gave them an excellent rating, as did 29 percent of the staff. When students were asked to rate the teachers, a majority (57 percent) gave them a good rating, as did 55 percent of the staff, 41 percent of non­ parents, 44 percent of public school parents and 42 per­ cent of all voters. Only 13 percent of the staff rated the junior high school teachers excellent, but 58 percent gave them a good rating, as did 49 percent of the students. Fourty-three percent of the non-parents said they really do not know. When the high school teachers were given ratings, 62 percent of the staff rated them good, as did 45 percent of the students. Thirty-two percent of the students gave them a fair rating, and 12 percent rated them poor. Two of three students (67 percent) said they do feel that most of the teachers they have are interested in them as individuals and how much they learn. Of the junior high school students, 78 percent said the same, as did 60 percent of the high school students. Twentythree percent of the junior high students said the op­ site, that they don’t feel the teachers are interested in the students, and 41 percent of the high school students said the same. Nashville Village Annual GARAGE SALE June 15th Don't forget you have until June 6 to get your name and address to the Village Chamber in order to have it published. You can leave your name at.... • Mace Pharmacy • Kelly’s Variety • Country Kettle • Comerica Bank Mjlhtoiai saa fe akia &i wtf nMukraiib tiaj i ■ i » as ■!f !t •& ilhataua griteMilnli h fe sin Ar |< k * |» ill nsIMiMbn xj 3jlr®®SS ijjl [tarffe y. U<^' j jjttiidu S*taW* .,. aiii®4 * fgW^1 •J ‘ l k w* ^ P>‘ Jii^ *» Jim* ^s s . Maple Valley senior receives scholarship Karen Marie Long, daughter of John and Gerrie Long of Nashville, has been selected to receive a $6,000 Honors Scholarship from Western Michigan University. This scholarship will cover the cost of tuition and books for four years. Karen was chosen for this award on the basis of her academic and extra curricular involvement. In March, Karen was selected to meet with the WMU Medallion Scholarship Committee. During this selection process, she was evaluated on her interaction with other students, in problem solving situations, and an interview with deans. While in high school Karen was involved in many extra curricular activities in­ cluding: National Honor Our N.O.W. Accounts offer all the benefits and conveniences of total checking account services Society, where she was secretary; Student Council; yearbook; Varsity Club; class officer (9,10); and JV and Varsity cheerleading. Karen plans to major in education. Classes will begin Sept. 5, 1985. ! SJ * e . >i uiorckB.'11 10# FAMILY HAIR CARE at... PLUS 5% % INTEREST —Individuals, Non-profit and Qualified Business Accounts: Minimum balance with return check service - $500 Minimum balance with safekeeping service - $300 SENIOR CITIZENS-NO MINIMUMBALANCEREQUIRED! The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 ...or... 726-0623 Eaton Federal MEN’S - WOMEN’S CHILDREN’S NOME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN ■ PHONE 543-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN • P EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN • PHONE 663-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN • PHONE 748-2811 OFFICE HOURS: Mon. thru Fri. 9:00 to 4:30, Sat. 9:00 to 12:00 noon �The Mople Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. June 4, 19Q5 — Page4. This week in Nashville history (Note: Today’s column looks at this week in Nash­ ville history. The following excerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930s, from the Turning Back the Pages When a new exchange for the Citizens Telephone Company was completed in Nashville in early June 1902, one of the two day­ time operators was Miss Lina Roe, later Mrs. Carl Tuttle, seen in this circa1925 photo. The first switch­ board was located in 1898 above Liebhauser's pharmacy (now Mace's), but by April 1902 the company began fitting up rooms over Mrs. O.M. Beck's millinery shop (now the north portion of Comerica Bank) to provide the village with 24-hour phone service. Later the switchboard was moved above the old post office (now Dairy Delite). feature of the 1940-60s, and from various early issues of The News.) 1874.. . Richard Graham, living southwest of this village, has traveled in 33 states, has twice traveled the entire length of the Mississippi River, has had innumerable hair-breadth escapes but never was severely injured until last Saturday, when he cut off the end of his left thumb with a little hatchet. 1875.. . Nine persons were baptized in the river Sunday — seven Methodists and two Adventists. 1878.. . Wheat is worth $1 a bushel in Nashville, while the price in Hastings, Marshall and Battle Creek is only 95 cents... Wheat far­ mers of Castleton Township are complaining bitterly of the ravages of the Hessian fly1880.. . More rain, and none of it needed. Ruckle & Sons’ dam at Morgan was carried away by the high water, as was Walker & Norton’s dam at Barryville. This is the third time in 14 months that the latter dam has been washed out. 1881.. . George Bowers, editor of the Hastings Banner, was in Nashville and called upon The News Thursday. His lips encircled a fifteen cent cigar and a real linen collar encircled his neck... all of which are straws indicating the prosperity of the Banner under his management. 1883.. . Postmaster Parady moved the post office into the new building on the east side of Main Street Saturday night. John Brown has moved his shoe shop into the old post office building. 1885.. . Lucy Rice, the owner of a mortgage upon the M. E. (Methodist) Church of this village, has commenced proceedings for foreclosure. The amount claimed to be due and unpaid is $1,385.50, and the date of sale of the premises is fixed for August 28th. However we do not opine that our Methodist brethren will allow their spendid edifice to be sold. 1888.. . Several accidents occured during the starting of the teams in the procession on Decoration Day, but all of minor im­ portance. 1889.. . Maple Street, from which dirt has been taken to grade up crosswalks, sidewalks and bridge ap­ proaches, should now be graded down so as to look more like a street and less like the back lot of a 40-acre farm. 1893.. . Orno Strong of Tacoma, Wash, is spending a few days with friends in Nashville. (Strong, who came to Nashville in 1873 from Lawton and founded The Nashville News that year, became a publisher of trade journals on the West Coast after selling the paper in 1888 to employee Len Feighner.) 1898.. . Coming to Nashville June 14, Terry’s big tent show, “Uncle Tom’s Cabin”, the world’s largest and best, with a cast of 50 people, herd of Algerian Shetland ponies, pack of man-eating Siberian bloodhounds and other great attractions. There will be a street parade at noon, grand concert at 7 and the doors will open at 7:30. 1900.. . The wool market in Nashville has been something fierce during the last week and a large amount of wool has been marketed. The price has ranged as high as 28 cents a pound for washed wool... Wheat is up to 67 cents, and farmers are smiling. 1901.. . An estimated onethird of the school population has the measles. The Kellogg addition to Nashville's 1902 schoolhouse was "progressing nicely along all lines," according to a News report the first week of June 1936. The addition, seen at left in this 1950s photo, was one of four area PWA-Kellogg building projects underway at that time: others were at Delton, Middleville and Olivet. On Sundays, some 100 people would often show up to view the local con­ struction. Despite contractor's prediction that the new auditorium would be ready for May 29th graduation exercises it wasn't, so 1936 commencement ceremonies were moved to the Methodist Church. Seven Methodists and two Adventists were baptized on a Sunday in early June 1875 in the Thornapple River at Nashville, a popular place for such ceremonies of that era. This unidentified gathering at the river took place later, sometime after the iron bridge was installed in 1899. Methodists formed a congregation in Nashville in 1866; Adventists organized a few years later under direction of Elder Philip Holler, a local miller. 1902.. . The new exchange for the Citizens Telephone Company now is completed and in operation. Ed Mayo has charge of affairs at night and in the daytime Miss McMore is assisted by Miss Lina Roe. 1903.. . Two young men visiting The News office on press night last week ac­ cidentally upset and pied a page form while tusseling. As a result, the News force worked far into the night but had the papers ready when the post office opened. 1906.. . J. B. Kraft had on sale yesterday the first home-grown strawberries of the season. They were brought in by David Flory and were of excellent quality. 1908... In all probability Nashville will have a sewer system started within a few weeks. 1911.. . Roy Wolf, one of Nashville’s boys and well known here, will give a stereopticon temperance address at the opera house in this village next Sunday evening. Those who have heard this lecture say it is a good one and well worth hearing. We bespeak for Roy a good house. The several, churches will take up their evening service and attend the service at the opera house. 1923.. . Nashville beat Hastings Friday night, 7 to 1, thereby winning the right to represent Barry County in the big annual game with Charlotte next week. Sprague was a little off form and allowed Hastings five hits. Teddy Townsend made a home run in the second and got a three-bagger in the fifth. 1925.. . Annual commencement exercises for Nashville High School graduates will be held June 11 in the opera house. This year’s class of 29 is the largest in the history of the school. 1927.. . Dave Kunz is redecorating his ice cream parlor this week. 1928.. . The annual alumni banquet of Nashville High School was held Friday night at the Methodist Community House. President Chester Smith introduced Charles Dahlhouser as toastmaster and a fine program followed. Elected as officers for the next year were Carl A. Lentz, president; Adolph Douse, Jr., vice president; Gladys y Miller,, secretary; y; and C. O. Mason, treasurer. 1929.. . Three companies are reported making leases of farms around Barry County, and particularly in this end of the county. Reports coming in during the past week or two are to the effect that considerable pressure is being brought to bear to get farmers to deliver properly executed leases to companies sup­ posedly looking for oil. 1930.. . Street Com­ missioner Charles Mason is spreading calcium chloride on the village streets, to lay the dust. 1933.. . Investigation of the affairs of the closed Nash­ ville State Bank over the period of the receivership of Edward B. Finley, Jr., now supervisor of all the receivers of closed Michigan state banks, as conducted here Friday by the attorney general’s department, ...brought only words of commendation for the manner in which Mr. Finley and his attorney Kim Sigler discharged their duties. 1936.. . Work on the (W.K. Kellogg) school addition is progressing nicely along all lines. The roofers have completed laying and have asphalted the paper that covers the sub-roof. 1939.. . Supt. Arlie A. Reed and all of this year’s teaching staff have signed contracts to remain another year. The staff is made up of Mr. Reed, Rodney Collins, John W. Hamp, Arthur Kays, Ennis Fleming, Olith Hamilton, Ruth William, Martha Zemke, - Leonard Burns, Carrie Caley, Greta Bean, Evelyn Rensberry, Dorothy Fisher, Jan Mather and Virginia McCauley. 1948.. . The committee responsible for the next step in regard to the proposed athletic field is not quite ready to report anything definite, having decided to attempt first to get an of­ ficial decision from the school board as to just what the district can or cannot do in regard to buying a site. The condition of Nashville’s present athletic field drew numerous comments Monday when the local softball team played Freeport on the wilderness that once was a diamond. Proceeds of a collection taken up during the game will be used to have the grass cut before the next home game. 1951.. . A violent electrical storm, accompanied by gusts of winds that reached gale velocity, struck this section of the state shortly before 8 p.m. Friday. Striking at random throughout this area, the wind left considerable damage in its wake. On the Ernest Latta farm southwest of Nashville a barn was demolished and other buildings damaged. The roof of the John Marisch house, east of town, was blown off, a granary and farm im­ plement shed were wrecked... Another barn was destroyed on the George Smith farm on the county line road. 1953.. . The local Thor­ napple Valley Post V.F.W., with close to 40 paid-up members on the roster, is now the fastest growing post in the state. The organization has made great strides toward fixing up their hall above J. & H. Cleaners. 1955.. . Plenty of thrills, and a few spills, featured the first outboard motor boat races on Nashville’s half­ mile watercourse Monday afternoon. Attendance was smaller than at some of last year’s events, but in spite of chilly weather, several hundred spectators lined the river bank to watch the races, which included five different classes. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Budget Hearing June 12th A budget hearing will be held at the regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education which will be held Wednesday, June 12, 1985 beginning at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the school administration office. At this time approval will be given an appropriations resolution covering the budget for the 1985-86 school year. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. June 4, 1985__Page 5 Performs at Sandyland Memorable weekend with Loretta . c^sx csx «^?« Wearing a Detroit Tiger baseball cap, Loretta sang many of her big hits to an appreciative Sandyland crowd. (Photos by Steve Reid) §'& ?*: CS»»' S £»& » S*<k!*w Su*w Su *® b R„ ” S4 - Ill th **■*','? •J' •* Sbtb I* ’ai u l t■a” fr/tti ®-.W •■h U tfi/j^ ■*■« tsitmni ®^^jlfi plKj tf; «fo iffl |ltW| g Loretta Lynn presented two fine performances in Nashville. *IKM tiffldii taf Stilnii UilRa M i ti jar's E.!ii al titgti sjpdWii anta litiili fiFfi wtesiii iapiifc mkta infe ikttl* <if Qjjti k$ W M Ha. twitort jit L«d talllte Qlff l£-^^ r liyton. i ft $ r*0Ja*t!tte W*? *0*! Mfi^i t a»it» *>«*. *• * I jf iWSK ®»E‘ . I ।g *. ISA* jj« «’ «<*’ Lr itia* a* * Wlw jr rt**' mjiF Ji< and Buckeye put on a fine show in their own right. With an exceptional voice Bob blended original material with popular hits and vocal impersonations to keep the audience involved through is set; climaxing with the popular “American Trilogy”. Coming next to Sandyland Park will be an old time rock and roll show on June 9 featuring Chubby Checker and Lou Christie among others. The 'Coal Miner's Daughter' attracted big crowds to Nashville over Memorial Weekend. ACTION-ADS ■U;& »H« , iSts tihgta ttifhi/gta R^tot mti.it Loretta Lynn along with Bob Wurst and his band Buckeye gave two fine shows at Sandyland Park over Memorial weekend. A beautiful Sunday af­ ternoon and a large en­ thusiastic crowd greeted Loretta’s long awaited ap­ pearance in Barry County. For an hour and a half, Loretta gave her best, singing rendition of her hits and other popular country songs. Country music’s first female “Entertainer of the Year,” Loretta performed such favorites as “You Ain’t Women Enough,” “Don’t Come Home a Drinkin,” “Love Is The Foundation,” “One’s On The Way,” “The Pill”, and as her finale her classic “Coal Miner’s Daughter.” Miss Lynn’s warm stage present with her audience and the expert musicianship of her band, which included her son Ernest Ray, truly made it a memorable con­ cert. In keeping with the theme of the weekend when American’s honor those who have helped make the U.S.A, great, Loretta sang “God Bless America Again.” This song’s fine performance won her two standing ovations from a crowd numbering at least 4,000 at the first show. Opening act, Bob Wurst Maple Valley School Report by Superintendent, Carroll J. Wolff The registered voters in the Maple Valley Schools District will be electing three members to the board of education at the annual election scheduled to be held Monday, June 10. Two members will be elected for four year terms beginning July 1, 1985 through June 30, 1989. Candidates for these two positions include Marsha Ainslie, James R. Bryan, David Hagon, Loren E. Leh­ man, Dale E. Ossenheimer, Jr., Beatrice Pino and Vernon C. Reid. One member will be elected for a one year term beginning July 1, 1985 through June 30, 1986. Candidates for this one year term include Duane Davidson and ^eRoy Sleeper. Voters also will be voting a proposition authorizing the use of the balance of funds (approximately $19,255) remaining in the 1963 Building and Site Fund for furniture and repairs at the junior-senior high school. This is not any form of a millage vote, but merely grants authorization to spend the funds left in this account dating back to the time the junior-senior high school was constructed. The electors living within the Eaton Intermediate School District will be voting upon a special education millage proposition for the education of handicapped persons. The proposal will ask that special education millage be increased by one mill ($1.00 on each $1,000) on state equalized valuation. Application forms for absentee ballots may be obtained by contacting the superintendent’s office at 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096. The telephone number is 852­ 9699. The office will be open on Saturday, June 8 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. for anyone desiring an absentee ap­ plication form. Voters in the Nashville area will be voting at the Kellogg gymnasium, and in the Vermontville area voting will be in the kindergarten room at the Maplewood Elementary. School. The pools will be open 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. SPRUCE UP for SUMMER ...with a NEW STYLE just for you by... NANCY or LAURIE Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Phone 726-0330 FOR SALE: 1976 Malibu, very good transportation. Runs good, good tires, new exhaust, new shocks. Just tuned up. Rusty. $500. Days 852-9500, nights 852-1650. (6­ 4) WE WANT TO COM­ PLIMENT Jack Rathburn for the excellent care of Woodlawn Cemetery. The well grooming showed all through the Cemetery. Thank you Jack. Scott and Thelma Taylor Have a Good Day! all s^oo HAIRCUTS................. ^6°oo° Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO- $EOO SM "The Mirrors image .,X|J6 HuioibS iwade,. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Maple Valley Sports in Doubt j I Due to the lack of parents working within the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters, we are forced to suspend bingo until further notice. With the discontinuation of bingo there WILL NOT be enough funds to sponsor the 1985-86 sports program. There will be a SPECIAL MEETING WEDNESDAY, I I I I j I J JUNE 5 in the Jr-Sr High Cafeteria at 7 | P.M. TO DISCUSS THIS PROBLEM. I I I MAPLE VALLEY I ATHLETIC BOOSTERS BOARD I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 6 Family charged after brawl with local policemen by Susan Owens Three members of a Nashville family faced charges of attempting the resisting and obstructing a police officer and disturbing the peace Thursday in the 56th District Court after recently fighting two officers of local police departments. Officer Walter Pincumbe, of the Nashville Police Department, reported that he pulled over a Dana Ray Symonds, 20, of 124 Vz S. Main St., at approximately 10 p.m., May 18, for operating a motor vehicle without a license. Pincumbe said he discovered Symonds was recently suspended from operating a motor vehicle in Michigan and stopped the subject on Washington Street, near Water Street. At the same time, he requested a back-up vehicle from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Pincumbe reported that Symonds got out of his vehicle and walked towards the patrol car. When Pincumbe requested to see his driver’s license, vehicle registration and insurance, he responded that he did not have his license and questioned why he was stopped. Pincumbe explained the stop, then reportedly went back to his patrol car to write a ticket for the offense. While in the patrol car. , m Symonds approached the car, opened the driver’s side door and attempted to grab his registration and in­ surance papers from the officer. Pincumbe reponded that he had the option of arresting the man for the offense or issuing him a ticket. Symonds reportedly responded that he wished the officer would take off his badge. Pincumbe told the subject that he was a police officer 24-hours a day and continued to write the ticket. Deputy Robert Abendroth, of the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, then reportedly arrived at the scene and asked the subject to step away from Pincumbe and join him at the rear of the patrol car. Abendroth said the subject refused to move until the third request, at which time he produced a valid driver’s license. Pincumbe finished writing the ticket and told the sub­ ject that he was not to drive a motor vehicle until he took care of the ticket. Pincumbe reported that Symonds then returned to his vehicle and drove away. Both Pincumbe and Abendroth pursued the subject from the parking area, east of Main Street, turned right onto Main Street and made a left into Cappon’s Quick Mart parking lot. Symonds reportedly stopped on the east side of m Vernon Reid for MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOL BOARD “ June 10 Election “ Paid for by the Vernon Reid Election Committee 9841 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville --1 ! — Vermontville Village Office — Summer Hours: Effective June 3,1985 Monday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Tues. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Transfer Station: 1 st and 3rd Saturday of each month 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. or until full. Sharon Stewart Village Clerk the gas pumps with both Pincumbe and Abendroth pulling directly behind his vehicle. Pincumbe then ap­ proached Symonds, advised him that he was told not to drive and asked him to step back to his patrol car because he was under arrest. With that, Symonds reportedly pushed the officer while Pincumbe attempted to gain control of him. Deputy Abendroth then atttempted to help Pincumbe gain control of the subject, who was reportedly hitting the officers with his fists and kicking them with his feet. Both officers brought Symonds to the ground on his back, while the resisting and assault reportedly con­ tinued. They were attempting to handcuff the subject when a sister, Tracey Symonds, of the same address, began hitting the officers and at­ tempted to pull them off her brother. Obituaries Vale L. Morrison NASHVILLE - Mr. Vale L. Morrison, 65, of 6070 Bivens Rd., Nashville, died Sunday, May 26, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. He was born on Feb. 18, 1920 in Kalkaska County, the son of Clarence and Blanche (King) Morrison. He spent his early childhood in the Banfield and Albion areas and attended schools there. He was married to the former Marilyn J. Aspinall on June 28, 1941. He farmed most of his life and was employed at Eaton Company in Battle Creek for 26 years and retired in 1977. He was a member of Eaton’s 25 Year Club, and Wolverine Coon Hunters Club. Mr. Morrison is survived by his wife, Marilyn; two sons, Terry Morrison of Cleveland, Ohio and Harry Morrison of Hastings; four grandchildren; one great grandchild; and three sisters, Mrs. Wanda Wolff, Mrs. Audrey Anderson, and Mrs. Evay Martens, all of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Martin L. Morrison; one brother; and one sister. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, at Wren Funeral Home. The Rev. Thomas Voyles officiated. Burial was in Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Doris E. Voorhees Memorial services for Doris E. Voorhees who passed away in Sebastian, Florida Dec. 1, 1984 will be held Monday June 10th at 4 p.m. at Wilcox Cemetery, Cloverdale Road. Mrs. Doris Voorhees, widow of Karl Voorhees, had been a patient at the Vero Care Center, Vero Beach, Florida. Earlier years were spent as a resident of the, Hastings and Nashville area, as a nurse at Pennock Hospital, and former Matron of the Order of Eastern Star in Nashville. Wilcox Cemetery is south of Nashville on route 66 to Cloverdale Road and east Vi mile. Rev. Lynn Wagner of Nashville Methodist Church will officiate. — POLE BUILDINGS 24x24x8’...... *2066 24x32x8*___*2293 32x40x10’.....*3658 • Posts.8' O.C. • Trusses 4‘ O.C. • 1-2x12 Treated Skirt Boarch • 2x4 Nailers 24" O.C. • Strong Panel II Roof & Sides • Pre-Hung Steel Service Door • Frantz O.H. Doors • Full Trim Packages • All Nails & Hardware. Many other sizes available or let us tailor one to meet your needs. Qualified Builders Available. 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While being booked into the Barry County Jail, Corrections Officer Robert Andrus discovered marijuanna in the tennis shoes of Dana Symonds. Andrus said that after the booking process, he asked Symonds to remove his shoes and socks. Andrus checked his shoes by banging them on the floor. He then noticed the sole liners were loose. Andrus said he removed the liner from one shoe and discovered a balloon and a packet of rolling papers. Symonds reportedly said that the shoes were not his. While Andrus continued the examination, Symonds asked Andrus if he wanted to save him ’’the hassel” and took the second shoe. Symonds then removed two marijuanna cigarettes and handed them to Andrus. A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative TEACHER’S RETIREMENT BILL - House Bill 4192, the Teacher’s Retirement Bill, was recently approved by the Michigan House and is now before the State Senate. It in­ creases the pension benefits for public school employees, but requires them for the first time in over a decade to contribute to the retirement system. SENATE APPROVES DEATH PENALTY RESOLUTION - Another issue that might appear on the 1986 general election ballot is the repeal of Michigan’s ban on using the death penalty. The State Senate has approved a resolution calling for the repeal referendum to be placed before the voters. The proposed state constitutional amendment still needs House approval. HOUSE UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES PRISON IN­ DUSTRIES EXPANSION MEASURE - The Michigan House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation allowing goods made in prison industries to be sold on the open market. Provisions include the creation of a panel within the Michigan Department of Corrections Commission to oversee the products to make sure they will not undercut existing Michigan enterprises. Currently, 1,000 of the state’s 13,400 inmates make license plates, signs, shoes, clothing, and furniture, but those goods can only be sold to non-profit organizations and other state governments, including Michigan’s. The expanded job opportunities, if approved by the Senate and the governor, would create at least another 1,000 new prison jobs. NEW DRUNK DRIVING BILL CRACKS DOWN ON CHRONIC OFFENDERS - Hardship appeals used by chronic drunk driving offenders would be abolished under legislation recently introduced in the Legislature. A loophole, frequently used by multiple offenders and acknowledged by judges, allows chronic drunk drivers to get their operator’s licenses back by appealing revocations based on their “need” for transportation to work. State figures show that between 80 and 90 percent of all convicted drunk drivers get their licenses back on appeal. UTILITY-OWNED HOME HEATING SERVICES Legislation has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that would require utility companies to establish subsidiaries within the utility companies so that the services are not subsidized by ratepayers. Problems arose beginning in 1983 when a major Michigan utility began providing home heating services that supporters of the bill, H.B. 4684, claim compete directly with privately-owned heating and cooling services. For Your Insurance Needs ...on • LIFE • HEALTH • IRA • HOME and • AUTO call... The Denny Smith Agency Agents: DENNY SMITH & BOB HARVEY 852-1801 or 852-1703 STRAWBERRIES • Pick You Own • Monday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to Noon Roy Hall 2150 Hammond Rd., Hastings 16/945-2189 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 7 Vermontville news ’ J<X k ’l ^ScSiSS Coming events Wednesday, June 5 - UMW and LCA both having a noon potluck and business meet. Sunday, June 9 -. Open house for 50th anniversary of Lloyd and Evelyn Hill, 2-5 p.m. at Vermontville Methodist Church. Saturday, June 15 - Rev. Glenn Litchfield Ordination Service 10:30 a.m. at Goodrich Chapel Albion. Sunday, June 16 - Father’s Day. $W N N *Jb NNS VSi NJ Vermontville was very fotunate Friday, in spite of strong winds to escape the tornadoes, power outages, high wind damages that were experienced in other areas and states near us. A large part of a tree in the 500 block of South Main was blown across the road blocking it for a time. Since then residents have been busy cleaning up the debris in their yards. Have you noticed the at­ tractive log house being buit on the corner of Nashville Hwy. and Ionia Road by a Mr. Watson? Russell and Mabel Booker of Round Lake Rd. celebrated their 56th wed­ ding anniversary on Friday, June 1. Their son Vernon and wife took them to the Pour House for dinner. I hear we are to have a new postmaster as Saturday was Lawrence Frith’s last day. Mr. and Mrs. Frith have a new travel home and plan to do some traveling. Mrs. Bobbi Joe Whitley and Mrs. Lorraine Benedict entertained witha bridal shower for Sherri Brimmer at the home of Mrs. Edith Benedict on Saturday evening. Mrs. David (Karen) S&s StN *S*.> ?«< ?te& k*5?*5 fww aJJlM aJJ £* £-*w • ^M^hmigiB ‘*3sasa:8lisi|| ^’•pwu ^^diprtEi^ ■ MKU(UI||| •TOO® ■ ijta i iMfatairilltiitti !Ofr KiHillilp Mrs. Gladys Chamberlain and Lura Richardson of Delton had lunch with Greta Firster Tuesday. Mrs. Donna Wyskowski by Ava Kroger and Mrs. Firster celebrated Donna’s birthday WedRichel and sons of Delphi, nesday with dinner in Ind. visited her parents and Lansing. Mrs. Helen Voisen and other relatives and friends friend called on Greta last week. Mrs. Rishel just obtained her Bachelor of Firster Friday. The Senior Citizens tour to Science degree that goes New York City May 20-26 with her R.N. Tuesday lunch guests of was beautiful. The weather Mr. and Mrs. Harold was perfect. The day tour of Benedict were Mrs. Sunil N.Y. City was perfect. The night tour with lights ablaze (Muriel) Das and Ann Arbor was beyond discription. Saw and Doctor Das’ brother the Statue of Liberty only Dilip of Kuala Lumpur, from our boat. Liberty Malaysia and his sister Island is torn up and the Deepali of Seattle, Statue is in repair. No one Washington. can visit her. Everyone Mr. and Mrs. Finley enjoyed the Corning McCormick and daughter Museum, glass blowing, and Leslie spent last weekend decorating dishes. Probably with Mr. and Mrs. Charles the highlight of N.Y. was the Tubbs and attended Alumni. privately guided tour On Thursday Mr. and Mrs. through the U.N. Russell Booker called on 96 Praise for the care given to year old Aunt Olive Van- the cemetery has been given Blarcom at the Masonic by a person who wishes to be Home in Alma. anonymous: The Vermontville “Nearly everyone living in Chamber of Commerce will the Vermontville area has sponsor a Community Yard loved ones resting in Sale on Friday and Saturday Woodland Cemetery and Aug. 9-10. Watch for further makes frequent trips to their details in this column and graves. No one could have Maple Valley News. made such a visit last Mr. and Mrs. Merlin weekend without noticing the Fender, and his sister Betty very special care that has and husband Melvin Pifer of been given to the mowing Battle Creek called on Mrs. and trimming around the Leta Nagle on Wednesday. monuments. Mrs. Kate Snider, Mrs. “As usual, much of the Hermina Southern and Mrs. work had been done by the Millie Bursley of Nashville regular caretaker, but the attended a baby shower Sunday p.m. in Charlotte for countless hours of additional Sherri Gardner at the home labor by Jack Rathburn made the cemetery look its of Joyce Lynch. Vermontville Senior Engagements Citizens will meet Thursday, June 13. There were many open houses for the ’85 Maple Valley graduates over the weekend. School closes June 4 at noon. t i Nashville class has 50th reunion Sixteen of the 22 surviving members of Nashville's Class of 1935 showed up at a 50th anniversary reunion held May 26th, proceeding the annual Maple Valley Alumni Banquet. Former local teacher Olith Hamilton of Nashville also attended. (From left, front row) Mrs. Hamilton, Wilma Hess Bogart, Phyllis Higdon Kester, Dorotha Green Brumm, Dorothy Hicks McCleary, and Ralph McClelland. (Back row, from left) Helen McDowell Barry, Gretchen DeCamp Pixley, Bruce Brumm, Pauline Douse Lehman, Philip Garlinger, Bill Roe, Laurence Hecker, Eldon Day7-Robert Howell, Ardis Brumm Purchis and Mary Feighner Bell. Mrs. McCleary, of Ft. Myers, Florida, came the farthest distance to attend. All others are from Michigan. After the reunion at Nashville's Community Center, 12 of the group attended the alum­ ni banquet at the Maple Valley High School. (Photo supplied) nicest. We, as residents, have a common interest in the appearance of our cemetery, and we have Jack to thank for spending hun­ dreds ofhours in disposing of brush and planting of many plants to add beauty to the burial area. “Jack, through all of your volunteer labor you have made yourself a true friend of Woodland Cemetery and we thank you.” — FAMILY — Hair Styles ... by ... IRENE 852-9107 Barb Franks Danc e Studio |i PRESENTS... '■saLBSHiaK i-asssd?^'ktk issra^i tSWBUillp^ gataiaENip [<09®!®® jhUKJ^ gBM M’*'*'®* “VARIETY IN DANCE ’85” t (! Maple Valley High School Auditorium • Friday, June 7,1985 ; • 8:00 PM • Admission: *2.00 #»**s »»s 51*** Ionia Free Fair j MATINEE Sunday,June 9 • 2:00 pm • ADMISSION *1.00 For your BASEMENT & DRAINAGE SUPPLIES See us ... Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Travis of Dewitt, are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter. DelRae Marie Travis to David P. Abott on July 3rd at Pon­ derosa Campgrounds, Vermontville. Compassionate Friends invited bereaved persons to group meetings Compassionate Friends, an organization offering friendship and un­ derstanding to bereaved parents and friends, will meet from 7-10 p.m. on June 4 and 18 at the Ingham Community Mental Health Center in Lansing. The meeting is open to all bereaved parents and friends. The center is located at 407 W. Greenlawn. Compassionate Friends was founded in England in 1969 and in the United States in 1972. Maple Valley Concrete Products Maple Valley Athletic Boosters (517) 852-1900 MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA — SOUTH SIDE OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 — THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. BINGO Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. 105 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml • 852-0713 �The Maple Volley News. Nashville. Tuesday. June 4. 1985 — Page 8 Rock 'n roll concert scheduled June 9 A star-studded cast headed by Chubby Checker, Peter “Herman’s Hermits” Noone, Lou Christie and “The Crystals” will hold an OldFashion Rock and Roll Concert on Sunday, June 9, at Sandyland Park in Nash­ ville, starting at 2 p.m. The all-afternoon concert at Sandyland Park — located on M-79 near Hastings, Battle Creek and Lansing — is one of the biggest rock and roll shows ever to be assembled in this section of Michigan. “Soon as word of Chubby Checker and Peter Noone got out, inquiries were coming in fast,” explained park owner Lonny Kienutske. “We can seat 6,000, and a large crowd is expected.” Chubby Checker, born as Ernest “Chubby” Evans in 1941, had his name and career changed when Dick Clark’s wife spotted him doing an impression of Fats Domino. She suggested to Chubby that he change is hame to Chubby Checker. been in the entertainment Several years later limelight over 25 years. He’s Chubby introduced the appeared in leading concert “Twist” to the American halls, supper clubs and TV public. The new dance craze shows. His recording “Two became an instant hit in the Faces Have I” still ranks late 1950s and carried high with all age fans. through the ’60s. Also, “The Crystals” — Dee Dee Checker’s fame sky­ Kinnebrew, Darlene Davis rocketed on the strength of and Wrechia Ford — have such hit records as “Good been tops in the- en­ Golly Miss Molly”. “Tootie tertainment field many Frootie” and “Shake, Rattle and Roll”. His 1981 MCA album, “The Change Has Come”, regained Checker’s fame and demand on the tour circuit Like many top singers, The annual Miss Michigan Noone came over from American Pre-Teen Pageant England and became a top star as “Herman with the will be held on Saturday, Hermits” in the 1960s. His Aug. 31 at the Plymouth hits include, “I’m Henry Hilton Inn in Plymouth. Girls ages eight through 12 VIII, I Am”, “Mrs.Brown, are eligible to participate. a Lovely You’ve Got Emphasis is placed on the am Daughter”, “I Something Good”, and importance of mental self-confidence, “Can’t You Hear My Heai-t alertness, Beat?”. This is Noone’s first achievement in school, and performance on stage. The tour in 12 years. Lou Christie’s name has pageant seeks to recognize Applicants sought for pre-teen pageant ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 10, 1985 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the Annual Election of the School District will be held on Monday, June 10, 1985. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7:00 O'CLOCK, A.M., AND CLOSE AT 8:00 O'CLOCK, P.M. At the Annual School Election there will be elected two (2) member(s) to the Board of Education of the district for full term(s) of four (4) years ending in 1989, and one (1) member for an unexpired term of one year ending in THE FOLLOWING VACANCY(IES): FOUR YEAR TERMS Marsha Ainslie James Bryan David Hagon years. Their hit records, “Da-Doo Ron, Ron”, “He’s a Rebel”, and “Then He Kissed Me” are still requested at all concerts. Advance tickets for the June 9 presentation are $9 and $10.50 at the gate. They may be obtained by writing Sandyland Park, P.O. Box 268, Nashville, MI or by calling (517) 852-0978. PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH Loren Lehman Dale Ossenheimer, Jr. Beatrice Pino Vernon Reid ONE YEAR TERM Duane Davidson LeRoy Sleeper TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT the following proposition(s) will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the Annual School Election: PROPOSITION TO USE BUILDING AND SITE FUNDS Shall the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, be authorized to use the balance of approximately $19,255 remaining in the 1963 Building and Site Fund towards furnishing and equipping, and/or repairing the junior/senior high school facility? the accomplishments of each young lady who enters and help her set goals for the future. The Miss Michigan American Pre-Teen Pageant is the official state pageant to the Miss American Pre­ Teen to be in November in Houston, Texas. The state winner will receive a cash award, tiara, banner, trophy and her trip to the National Pageant. Awards will be given to the four runners-up, Miss Personality, Miss Photogenic, Miss Hostess and many others. A Talent contest (noU required) will be held pageant weekend for in­ terested contestants. Cash award and trophy will be presented to the winner, and trophies will be presented to the runners-up in this event. If interested, request more information and an ap­ plication from : Kitty and Ken Bruseth, Miss American Pre-Teen Pageant, 3910 Whispering Pines, Pen­ sacola, Florida 32504 or call 904-467-6734. When writing, please enclose a self­ addressed stamped envelope for prompt reply. Sioux Indian to speak on ministry Rev. C. Blair Schlepp, a Sioux Indian from the Standing Rock Indian South Reservation in Dakota, will be at Nashville Assembly of God. He will be sharing about the ministry at Central Indian Bible College at Mobridge, South Dakota. Pastor Robert Taylor cordially invites you to come and hear this missionary share his testimony. The Church is located at 735 Reed St., Nashville, MI 49073. Service time is Sunday, June 9 at 6 p.m. Open house planned for Hills’ 50th anniversary The children and grandchildren of Lloyd and Evelyn Hill of Vermontville, wish to invite relatives and friends to an open house held in honor of their 50th aniversary. Th open house will be Sunday, June 9 from 2-5 p.m., at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. No gifts please. CO A menu, events June 6 - Chicken livers, Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and mashed potatoes with gravy, over (and spouse, even if carrot coins, French bread, under 60) are available ambrosia. Hastings: Bingo; through the Commission on hearing clinic 10 a.m. to 1 Aging Monday through p.m. Nashville: Bingo. June 7 Macaroni-beefFriday at 116 N. Michigan Ave. in Hastings, and 310 N. tomato casserole, Scan­ Main in Nashville; Monday, dinavian blend vegetables, Wednesday and Thursday at tossed salad with dressing, the United Methodist Church pears. Hastings: Blood in Delton; Monday, Wed­ pressure clinic. June 10 - Spaghetti, wax nesday and Friday at the Eagles Club in Woodland. beans, tossed salad with All meal sites are barrier- dressing, pie. Hastings and free and will accept Delton: Craft class. Nashvolunteer time and-or food ville: Lansing Gilbert, stamps as a donation. slides. June 11 - Roast turkey Speakers from around the green bean county appear frequently, breast, and exercises, coffee, crafts, casserole, copper penny games, and puzzles are salad, dressing, cranberry enjoyed by all. The jello. Hastings: Humanities suggested donation for a class. Margarine and milk are meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up included with each meal; to the individual as to what is coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change affordable. Please join us for the without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, following meals and Barry County Transit is programs. June 5 - Pork chop, ap- standing by. piesauce, winter blend vegetables, chocolate pudding. Hastings:’ Sing­ along with Fern. THE VOTING PLACE(S) ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all territory of the school district of former Nashville W.K. Kellogg School. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Kindergarten Room - Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all terri­ tory of the school district of former Vermontville Community Schools. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following proposition will be voted upon by the registered school electors of this school district at the annual school election to be held on Monday, June 10, 1985, which proposition was set forth in a resolution adopted by the Intermediate School Board of Eaton Intermediate School District, Michigan, on March 20, 1985, to wit: SPECIAL EDUCATION MILLAGE PROPOSITION Shall the two mills limitation ($2.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation on the annual property tax previously approved by the electors of Eaton intermediate School District, Michigan, for the education of handi­ capped persons be increased by one mill ($1.00 on each $1,000.00) on state equalized valuation? All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they*reside are eligible to vote at this elec­ tion. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education. 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Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 10 ^Qangratulations *&ass of1985 ^( Continued from front page— only the quantity of life that is important, but the quality. “Alcohol and drugs can destroy them both,” Fleetham stressed. ‘‘You are going out into a troubled world where there are many problems so set your sails in the right direction,” he advised. Following Fleetham’s address, Slautatorian Audrey Dumont spoke to her fellow graduates, as did Valedictorian Dan Lykins. The Maple Valley Band Played “The Morning Af­ ter”, and the senior choir members harmonized to “The Halls of Maple Valley”. The seniors then recieved their diplomas from School Board President David Hawkins and Board Member Wayne Cogswell. The Maple Valley High School class of 1985 then recessed and launched 192 blue and white balloons which drifted into the sky. The graduating seniors listen to words of advice from speaker Edgar Fleetha of the Eaton County Board of Commissioners. Guest Speaker Edgar Fleetham of the Eaton County Board of Commissioners addresses the graduates. The Class of 1985 stands as they wait to collect their diplomas. The seniors remember their class motto, “Our make believe world is over, now we all are free. It's time to reach the stars, It's time to be me " as they release 192 balloons concluding their high school years. .X£hS “sX""ber w<”'"e c°9Swe"and Board Presiden' . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. June 4. 1985 — Page 11 Fullerkindergarfeners graduate Doreen Cook collects her high school diploma. When you want results.. . . . give our classified department a call I If you want to turn your unwanted items into cash, we'll help you write an ad that will get fast results! Whatever you want to buy or sell, you'll get action with a Want Ad! It's easy ..turn those unwanted items into cash... with an Action Ad - Call 945-9554 Paul Edwards, from Grand Ledge, recently received an Outstanding Citizenship Award from Representative Ernest Nash. This award is presented annually to volunteers in various organizations throughout the 56th District. Sheila Mohr, Legislative Aide to Nash, made the special presentation at the May meeting of the Eaton County 4-H Council. Edwards has been a 4-H leader for 19 years and has also served on the Eaton County 4-H Fairboard for several terms. He has been active on the 4-H Council and has worked alot with the 4-H dairy program and the fair. Edwards has unselfishly contributed his time, en­ thusiasm and energy to 4-H youth throughout Eaton County. His leadership and contributions have been a ACTION-ADS TUTORING: In my home. Call Debra Cooley, 852-9106. (6-5) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) 1970 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO: 2-door, exceptionally sharp car! Automatic, 8 cyl., p.steering. Art Meade Auto Sales, So. Hanover, Hastings, 948-8111. —_0Call 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads valuable addition to the 4-H program for many years. Kevin Piper receives his kindergarten diploma as one of 74 Fuller kindergarteners to graduate. Special Edition on SCHOOL ELECTIONS The Hastings Banner Read about the millage issues in your local election and read biographies and comments of school board candidates. Five Area Schools • Hastings • Thornapple Kellogg • Delton-Kellogg • Maple Valley • Lakewood On newsstands Thursday morning in Hastings, Fridays other areas. sVOTE IN YOUR DISTRICT ON JUNE 10= �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 12 Binder Park Zoo visits Fuller, Kellogg schools last week — The Binder Park Zoomobile of Battle Creek made a stop in Nashville last week to give Fuller and Kellogg students a chance to learn about animals they don't normally see. Here, Lavern Stevens holds "Bert" the iguana. This chubby bullfrog waits contentedly as the Kellogg fifth and sixth graders of Mr. and Mrs. Slag's room pet his amfibious skin. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Ardis Reed of the zoo holds the favorite animal the children saw, "Fred” the kinkajou, as students touch his soft fur. Some of the children were not so quick to feel the texture of the boa constricter. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR* COUNTRY HOME ON 1 PLUS ACRE: North of Ver­ montville, 4 bedroom, 2 story home, needs some work. Price $22,000 includes born and grainary. Nice country setting with mature shade trees. (CH-110) NICE HOME IN NASHVILLE: 2 story, 4 bedrooms, beautiful oak woodwork, open stairway (oak), 3 bay windows, fenced backyard. Must see inside. Ask­ ing $32,000. (N109) 153 ACRE FARM: South of Nashville. Completely fenced for cattle, pond, 40x80 and 60x80 pole barns, suitable for dairy, beef or hogs. (123 acres tillable and 12A wooded). (NF-102) NASHVILLE • S. MAIN ST. 3 bedroom, 2 story home, reasonable utility bills, nice corner lot with large shade trees, 1 '/> car garage, walk to town. Priced to sell at $24,000.(N-106) VERMONTVILLE BUSINESS DISTRICT,, LARGE BUILDING with small living quarters plus garage area suitable for various business. Possible contract or trade considered. $15,500.(8-105) 36 ACRE FARM ON STATE RD. 21A tillable, 13A wooded with lake and stream, 3 bedroom, 2 story house, 30x40 barn, nice chainlink fenced yard with many large shade trees. Price $52,000. Includes tractor, plow and disk. (F-108) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan Wednesday, June 5 - 9-11 a.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Bellevue Hardware, Bellevue. Wednesday, June 5 -1-3 p.m., dial gauge, pressure canner testing, Gambles, Grand Ledge. Saturday, June 8 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Grand River - Spring Canoe Trip. Advance reservation required. Tuesday, June 11 - 7:30 p.m., Eaton County Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, June 11 - 7:30 p.m., Citizenship Washington Focus Trip Orientation, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Wednesday, June 12 - Mackinac 4-H Fun Day. Thursday, June 13 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H Horse Developmental meeting, Kardel Hall,, fairgrounds. Thursday, June 13 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H County Teen Club meeting, auditorium, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Friday, June 14 - 9 a.m., Dairy Poster Contest judging, Felpausch Food Center, 226 S. Bostwick, Charlotte. Monday, June 17-7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. Fairboard Meeting, Fair Office, Charlotte. June 17 - 20 - College Week, MSU June 19 - 21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU GAREY'S VARIETY IN THE CENTER (||) VERMONTVILLE The Store that offers More! Unusual Gifts and Items for the Home Bride, Grad, Dad or that Special Someone. Toys Too! Come in and Look Around! From our readers situation resulted from the Dear Editor; There comes a time in fact that a yearbook volunteer got my number most people’s lives when they can no longer sit by and from the school files. This let things happen. For me, later was determined to be the card file on the school this is the time. I am referring to an article secretary’s desk, which is written in this newspaper on available to the student May 28, regarding the Youth body. Anyone with a private For Understanding (YFU) number should be made program and the Maple aware of this. While it is nice Valley school board meeting to have the number available to the staff in case of an on May 20. There are, in the context of emergency, keep in mind the article, several that it is also available to the misconceptions that need to students. In closing, I want the be cleared up. First, YFU exchanges communities of Nashvillewith 26 countries. South Vermontville to know about America and Japan are the loss of a valuable ex­ represented in that number. change program. However, So are Norway, Sweden, this does not mean that Germany, France and many Maple Valley students can’t more. YFU just happens to go overseas on the YFU They are have a Venezuelan and a program. Japanese placed this year welcomed to go. It only with Maple Valley. In former means that they won’t be years there have been a able to have the benefit of an Greek, a Finn and a Dane, exchange student from among others, placed by Japan, or Venezuela, or France, or any of the 26 YFU at Maple Valley. The second misconception countries YFU exchanges results from the reason I with. The exceptions are the have an unlisted telephone countries available on the number. It is NOT because I other exchange progam. As of the closing of the believe that “the exchange 1984-85 school year there will students ‘Are here for an American experience, not to be no more YFU exchange be accessible to the student students at Maple Valley. Our new Exchange student, body’.” The reason I have a who comes from Australia, private number is because of will be going to another harrassing phone calls I had school. Sincerely, been receiving. My phone Caroline G. Halliwill number, however, has never Area Representative interferred with my job as a and Host Mother YFU representative. for YFU This entire, unfortunate To the Editor: As a member of the Maple Vallley Athletic Boosters and a parent of a student interested in sports, it is very hard for me to believe that our sports program could be discontinued as early as this fall. This is a possibility that could very well become a reality unless some parents become involved. NOW. I’m not speaking of the small handful that have worked diligently for the past four that seven years. I am speaking of the parents who would rather sit home and watch TV or whatever other excuse they care to give for not doing their part. We have approximately 200 students involved in sports in grade seventh thru 12th but only about 50 parents are there lending a hand in keeping a full program going. In other school systems, parents of athletes are required to volunteer x number of hours (50 for example) for working various projects or pay $100 per student per sport that he or she participates in each year. This ^something we could look into as a possible answer to our problems. Personally, I could work 50 hours a lot easier than I could pay $200. There are other possible solutions which can be discussed, and will be at the special meeting to be held on June 5 at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. If you are an interested parent with a student in grades four thru 12, please show them you care and attend this meeting. It is important to your students continuation in sports. Carol Kraai A Caring Parent Economic Development Commission to meet The Joint City-County Economic' Development Commission will meet Wednesday, June 5, rather than the regularly scheduled meeting on the 12th. The meeting will be at 7 p.m. in the Hastings City Council Chambers, 102 South Broadway, Hastings, Michigan. The minutes of said meeting will be available for public inspection at the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce, 115 S. Jefferson, Hastings. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible Dumps) -- GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 tCt.r' WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <S THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST I 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 13 Biggest garden woe? weeds L’SLS’^ SN&S' 'Q"sSI **..**?/' Q?/' **h shS I}I}11I lliitt ssW sbsW 5*S i!s<5 '**SjS hUSSj^ ^^ r’^?, S f*I‘k**b& kL* *kbh«!i& & fcIL kh!iii J5«« SS ** . ilSljsj, *«kj h rritZu* M/rtwii iZ *®114 mtn ...Kililiejjj ■ staiHtiii ” *“ Mdiiliii lM»»l»Wi!liik| sdritta ‘■■S;3 Sputm riimi jseiijJias: s®*® pisiifeln RtWIl ibf MjW 11 si aiteaSti I l»e wta aprtaiiwraB rk*k aftm# Mb 1W» 101* iii«* af (H»*^ f** ij®1*1 [gjisi% i’ *z iM* L * * S*HKi H«Ki S« i jrt* Jfi^i* >7|lr 7|»& «S « * '■% ' ■% jj**$■ **w w$■ #*$ The biggest problem in home gardens is not insects or plant diseases but weeds. And the first year in a new garden spot is generally the worst. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, says more first-time gar­ deners probably give up because of weed problems than for any other reason. “The first year in a new spot is generally the worst, because tilling the soil for the first time stirs up large numbers of weed seeds that have been lying dormant and waiting for proper conditions to germinate. If you prevent that first year’s weeds from going to seed, your residual supply ,of weed seeds the next year will be smaller, and annual weed problems will gradually become less serious in successive years.” Another common problem with first-time gardens is grass that keeps trying to reclaim a section of lawn turned to garden. The best way to avoid battling grass all summer is to remove the sod or kill the grass the year before you plan to convert an area of lawn to garden, Krizek suggests. Covering the would-be garden spot with old car­ peting, broken-down card­ board boxes or black plastic until the grass is dead and then repeatedly tilling the spot to bring up annual weed seeds so they can germinate and be destroyed will go a long way toward eliminating first-year weed problems. Once the garden is un­ derway, Krizek advises mulching for weed control. Black plastic, grass clip­ pings, straw, ground corn­ cobs and a number of other materials can be placed on the soil between the rows and around the hills of crop plants to control weeds,” he points out. “These mulches stop weed growth by cutting off sunlight to weed seedlings. They also slow the loss of water from the soil and so reduce the need to irrigate the garden.” Mulches may also con­ tribute to some types of pest problems - particularly slug problems - by creating just the sort of moist, cool en­ vironment the pests prefer. Mulches are generally very effective against an­ nual weeds - those that come up from seed, mature, produce seeds and die in one season. Perennial weeds, which grow from underground parts each year, are a tougher problem. Removing them before you plant or killing the un­ derground parts with her­ bicides is about the only long-term solution to problem perennials. First-time gardeners often lose their gardens to weeds because they over-estimate the size of garden they can handle with the labor and tools they have available. A K &% & Sw & a ION-ADS BUSINESS OP­ PORTUNITIES: International steel building manufacturer awarding dealership in available areas soon. Great profit potential in an expanding industry. Call Wedgcor 303-759-3200. Ext. 2403. GOVERNMENT HOMES from $1 (U repair). Also deliquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000, ext. GH-6574 for information. (6-25) The larger your gard.en is, the greater the chance that the weeds will get ahead of you,” Krizek says. “If you can’t keep weed seedlings controlled with a hoe, they quickly get so big you have to resort to hand pulling. If you fal 1 behind on that, you may have to bring in lawn mower.” For the first-time garden to be a rewarding experience, make it small, Krizek suggests. A 10- by 10foot plot that you can keep fairly weed free will provide a much more pleasing gardening experience than a 50- by 40-foot lot that disappears under a carpet of weeds. �The Maple VaHey Newt, Nathalie Tuesday Page 14 School board election, from 1 Athletic Boosters 'currently president and past treasirer* and he is active in scouting llale Ossenfirimer IS the incumbent running for his second term on the board He has served as board president, vice-president and secretary A counselor for the Michigan Liepart ment of Education and the Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Ossenheimer also serves as an assistant scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 176 in Nashville. He and wife Merry Lee. a teacher, have two children attending Maple Valley Schools Lee. 12, attends Kellogg w hile Christin. 7, is a student at Fuller Street School Ossenheimer says he is a candidate because “I feel that each person in a community has an obligation to work for the improvement of that community,” he said. “Ulis, combined with an interest in the education of children, has Jed me to seek reelection.” On the issues facing people in the Maple Valley district, Ossenheimer comments that “austerity in the early 1980’s led to reductions in classroom teachers,, curriculum changes and reductions in building maintenance,” he said. “Although some real deficiencies exist, little has been done to rectify the situation. This has resulted primarily because of dif­ ferences among board members and a lack of community awareness.” Ossenheimer also points out that the recent completion of the community survey and curriculum review “can become the basis for plan­ ning for change and growth... provided board members can resolve their differences, work together with staff, and develop community support. The board needs to develop a long term plan of financial support to include restoration of previously reduced srvices, to identify and implement new progams that will address the changing needs of students, to maintain and-or improve the building facilities and maintain the community support needed for such programs. I feel such planning is critical to the district’s survival,” he said. David Hagon, 39, of 5270 Assyria Rd. Nashville, is a farmer and owner of the Golden Harvest Farm. Hagon is a member of the Getting their diplomas was a goal they never thought they would reach Jo Anne and Vernon Reid of Vermontville gradu­ ated together from Maple Valley Thursday. (Maple Valley News photos) By Shelly Sulser At Maple Valley’s adult graduation exercises last week, two married couples received their high school diplomas at the same time. Lance and Chris Dockter of Woodland and Vernon and Jo Anne Reid of Ver­ montville agree that com­ pleting their studies is a great relief. “I feel real good about it,” Lance says of his pleasure in reaching his goal. “J didn’t think I would ever do it” Both Lance and Chris, although they attended different high schools at the time, dropped out of school at the end of their junior years. Now, after taking history, government, social studies, English and an elective between them, their high school studies are finished. “I talked her into going back,” Lance says with Chris adding she is glad he did because “it makes it easier when you do it together.” The couple can now set a good example for their two children, Jamie, who is 12 and Chad, a 7-yearold. When Vernon Reid spoke to the audience and his fellow graduates at his graduation last week at Maple Valley, he was eager to express his satisfaction in earning his diploma. “I’m glad I finally made it,” he said. He and wife Jo Anne returned to school through the Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education to show the im­ portance of education to their children, as well as to give themselves the con­ tentment of having met their goal. In a later interview, Reid said he, his wife and children, Greg, 12, and Michelle, 14, decided to dedicate this year to education, which is why he is running for the Maple Valley School Board. Their goal is also the reason they were determined to get their diplomas. “Education is deperately needed,” he noted. “I couldn’t see how I could tell my children to complete high school if I hadn’t done it,” said Reid. Jo Anne said she feels really good about what she has done. “It hasn’t quite sunk in yet,” she said. One reason she went back to school, she said, was that she realized she needed more than just a 10th or 11th grade education. Mrs. Reid now has a new, goal, to get some teaching education. Jo Anne also noted that community education coordinators Kay and Daryl Hartzler were a great help, and their Pasor Lester DeGroot also encouraged them. Of finally getting her high school diploma, “It’s better late than never,” she remarked. ACTION-ADS Chris and Lance Dockter completed their high school education together, and graduated last Thursday. 68 PONTIAC CATALINA: excellent running condition, body in good shape, $550. 726­ 1094 Vermontville. CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank my children and their families for having my 80th birthday open house May 26 and to the more than 100 relatives and friends who attended for the many beautiful cards and flowers I received. Thanks for everything, God bless you. Fern Hawblitz SUPER GARAGE SALE: 309 Center Court, Fuller Heights, Nashville, June 7 and 8, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. out­ door grill, foot stool, 10 speed bike, yard goods and yarn, dishes, swimming pool filter, clothes and many useful items. GARAGE SALE: Saturday only, June 8, 9 a.m. to ? exercise bike, doll house and some dolls, antiques and collectibles, furniture, old books, Commodore VIC 20 computer, miscellaneous items. No clothes. 250 S. Main, Vermontville. Nashville United Methodist and serves as the assistant general leader of the Maple Grove Mavericks 4-H Club. As a leader, he instructs 4-H members in large and small engine maintenance, and heads the swine group. He is also a member of the National Pork Producers. Of his reasons for seeking election to the board, Hagon says “the present school board is split Some feel that their way is the only way. I feel that some changes of the school board would benefit the school district,” he said. Hagon also adds that he likes children and he feels that their education is the- most important part of their lives. Having a very different view of the recent survey than his opponent Ossenheimer, Hagon said he does not feel school money should be spent for surveys and studies to try to get voters to ap­ prove millage increases. “Taxpayers in the past have already elected not to raise the millage, and I would be surprised if the recent telephone survey would do much to encourage a change,” said Hagon. “Why spend our much needed school dollars on un­ necessary items. We need to work within our means.” Hagon feels he is qualified to serve on board because he has been a successful businessman in the com­ munity for the past 14 years, dealing all along with people, problems, and finance on a daily basis. “I try to keep an open mind and am wiling to listen to all sides of an issue,” Hagon says. He believes “taxpayers in this community can not afford an increase in millage. This does not mean they can’t support our school. I would like to have the community work together by sending letters to their congressmen to encourage more monies allocated for smaller school districts.” Hagon and his wife Ilona, a registered nurse, have two children attending Maple Valley Jr.Sr. High School, Patrick, 15, and Deanna, 14. Vernon Reid, 39, is an index line attendant at Oldsmobile in Lansing, where has worked for over 19 years. He lives with his wife Jo Ann, and their children Greg, 12 and Michelle, 14 at 9841 Nashville Hwy., Ver­ montville. This is Reid’s first bid for a school board seat. Reid is running for a board position because he feels Maple ' Valley needs more people on the board who are willing to help children get a better education and be honest with the people on why they need a millage increase and where the money is going to be spent. “I feel the millage issue is the most important concern of the community today,” he said. “I feel I can help our communication by asking questions of the board and notjust going with the flow.” Reid feels he is qualified to be on the board because he is a taxpayer, has lived most of his life in the area, and at­ tended W.K. Kellogg School. He attends Nashville Baptist Church, and has been in­ volved in various activities. Marsha Ainslie, 35, also a newcomer to the race for a school board position, is resident of 111 Lentz St. in Nashville. She is a hair­ dresser at the Mirors Image in Nashville and is very active in the community. She has been a Girl Scout leader for five years, coaches girls’ little league and serves as vice-president for girls’ little league, and is treasurer of Nashville Little League. Ainslie also serves as chairperson of elections for Nashville and Castleton township, and is currently on the Nashville Planning Commission. Ainslie says she is running because she feels it is important that children get proper education. “I feel the board should band together and show a united front,” she said. “They should listen to the public.” A lifelong resident ofNashville, Ainslie feels a need to help look out for the children and that special education needs the millage that is requested for it. She and husband Michael, who works at Bradford­ White of Middleville, have two children, Marcie, 13, and Mitchell, 10. Loren Lehman, 39, of 657 S. Main St., Vermontville, works as a Journeyman Millwright for Lansing’s Fisher Body plant. Lehman works with the Maple Valley Band Boosters, and attends sporting events and musical programs. He also attends the Nashville Baptist Church. Lehman wishes to be on the school board because he wants to express his ideals and concerns for education. “...There is no limit to what our young people can accomplish. Our young people must be on the top of our priority list because they will be the product of our existence,” Lehman said. He also added that “While attending the school board meetings over the past year I have found out that the public knows very little about what is happening in our schools,” he said. “This is one problem that I plan to address if elected.” Lehman said he feels the main issues that concern many people in the Maple Valley district are millage proposals. “These are the questions in our minds: Is our money being managed correctly?; Do we need more money?; Are we as bad off as they say?; Are we getting our money’s worth in education?; Do teachers earn enough money in our school system?,” Leh­ man says. “We need to know the answers to these questions in order to vote intelligently. If we don’t know, we will vote the way that suits our own personal needs, or we will follow any old wind that blows.” Leh­ man goes on to say the average person in the Maple Valley community will never take an interest in education until the school takes the initiative and makes the public aware of, and a part of education. “We have to make an issue out of education...if Maple Valley Schools have a good service to sell, they will have to advertise it. If their service is lacking and in need of repair, they will have to repair it before it will sell,” he said. Lehman, a 28 year resident of the community, and wife Mary, have three children attending Maple Valley Schools: Gina, 18, a recent graduate of the high school, Helena, 12, attends Maplewood and Greg Halliwill, 8, also attends Maplewood. “I don’t believe it takes a Ph.D. to solve the problems at Maple Valley Schools. I do believe it takes Continued on page 18 Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! �'Jn The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. June 4, 1985 — Page 15 Thirteenadults receive school diplomas Thursday By Shelly Sulser After attending the Maple Valley-Lakewood Com­ munity Education classes to complete their high school studies, 13 area residents received diplomas Thur­ sday. Maple Valley Community Education Coordinator Kay Sw$ S^w$ Hartzler noted this was the first adult graduation to be held at Maple Valley, since in the past, graduates had to travel to Lakewood High School to attend commencement excercises. The graduates, Teresa Diane Farrah Beden, Brenda Kaye Misner- * *S>M && fES&SS & SS iSfc'j* rM SJ JSfee v^Sfe fciss ® Si® 5$^ 5$ I&? £V I?* £V" *& & &S?S ?S , £*'*«£ b, SSJ Guest speaker Paul Cooper addresses the 13 grad­ uates of adult education at Maple Valley. Bumbord, Christine Dale Dockter, Lance Nelson Dockter, Vicki Ann ZillgittHouse, Randolph Scott Perrier, Jo Anne Reid, Vernon C. Reid, Diane M. Roundtree, Tammy Lynn Rugg, Michelle Louise Trowbridge, James Lee Wright, and Sheila Ann Corbett WykowSki, received their diplomas from Maple Valley School Superin­ tendent Carroll Wolff. “Everyone worked hard and did a super job,” Hartzler told the audience. “They had to juggle work schedules, get babysitters, and work out transportation to go to school, and they’re all here tonight.” Guest speaker Paul Cooper, a graduate through the community education program, said “when you attend adult education, you can always find people who will show a little bit of kind­ ness and love.” Special awards went to James Wright and Vernon Reid for excellent attendance, with Reid also receiving recognition for perseverance because he continued his studies while he worked six and seven days a week. Lakewood will hold its 18th adult graduation June 6, when 23 adults will receive diplomas. j®*« ^.»iiii ri* »*: Wito'■W rJafr ’silkijjJ J rJafr '®SSf WM^fcjasu^ A Bi Wittig taah^Wv u^ai '-X-1® *» These two graduates of adult education at Maple Valley prepare to receive the diplomas they thought they would never have. »» sh •’■■*»au< htWkliftwh Isitail QSOTft'.h II waw’.h K1 g a sWkk|si!li taail ni<^«W 11 law ■LiiW;li ) ■Ukar! WKmffle’.T “fu** IBSfW IBSfWsisO —sisi.Oi pw* ? f 5*J JdJ! ** ! Mie i i < f***?? * ff S^kJJd ^jdJ i f * Sk^jJ! f* Sk jJ! APPLIES TO ALL SNAPPER PRODUCTS Chris Dockter receives her diploma from Maple Valley School Superintendent Carroll Wolff as her husband, Lance, looks on. ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. 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Maple Valley Lawn & Garden 9905 Nashville Hwy, Nashville • 726-0133 �The Maple Volley Newt Nashville. Tuesday. June4 1985 — Page 16 Commodity distribution set June 9 household, 60 years and older Food is available on a firstcome, first-served basis at each site. It is suggested that people bring bags or other containers in which to put the food they receive. This program, coordinated by the Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan, is an attempt to see that government pur chased food is given to people of lower income in need. This is the 17th such distribution since cheese first became available in January, 1982. The success of this program depends upon the goodwill and The next surplus food distribution for this area is coming up in June Cheese, butter, floir and, for the first time, cornmeal will be given out After June, the next distribution will be in Sep­ tember, 1985 'There will be no distributions in July and August.) For families recently qualifying for this program, application for commodity cards can be made at the Community Action Agency Office located at 230 W. Court Street (Courts & Law Building), Hastings or at the site Verification of income, residence, and family size must be presented at that time in order to be issued a card. Individuals with Com­ modity Cards expiring July September must recertify their continued eligibility for the program before receiving food in September. They may do this by con­ tacting the CAASCM office or reapplying at their site in Sept em tier The income criteria for the program have been in­ creased. The new criteria areas follows, in the order of household size, monthly gross income for household (under 60 years), and monthly gross income for household (60 years and older): One (household size), $569 (monthly gross income for household, under 60 years), $700 (monthly gross income for household, 60 years and older); two, $764. $940; three. $959, $1,180; four, $1,154, $1,420. For each additional family member, add $195 for monthly gross income for household, under 60 years, and $240 for monthly gross income for New commodity food card needed in Eaton For over two years. Capital Area Community Services, Inc. (CACS) has a been using Card Registration System with the Commodity Food Distribution Program. Because this system has worked so well, it will con­ tinue with a New Commodity Food I.D. Card for another year. Therefore, beginning May 28, we will start the process of recertifying and reissuing New Commodity Food I.D. Cards. This means that everyone will have to bring in new income verification dated within the last 12 months. The next planned com­ modity distribution will be held on July 16 and 17, but you must have your New Green Commodity Food I.D. Card before that distribution. Congratulations We are proud of you! LOVE ... MOM, DAD, MARK & TOM MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner Phone... continued donations of time by over 400 volunteers and 50 sites in the CAA’s fourcounty service area. Distribution sites for the Maple Valley area are: — Assyria Township-Hall, 8094 Tasker Rd. (at M-66), Assyria Center, 9:30 a.m. -12 noon and 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. — Department of Social Services, 555 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Maple Valley Arms, 106 Lentz St., Nashville, 9 a.m. 3 p.m. — Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Rd, Woodland, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 517-852-9650 NASHVILLE COBB WM It’s a boy— & i&patjir Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM K • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION «A STA-RITE PUMPS M Do it yourself • 114" pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease.Rd., Vermontville The following items can be used as proof of income: Copy of Social Security SSI or VA check; Direct Deposit Statement from the Social Security Administration; Copy of Homestead Property Tax Credit Claim; State or Federal Income Tax Return; Rental or Lease agreement from subsidized housing; or a Benefit Report Form from the Department of Social Services, dated within the last 12 months. We were recently given two separate income eligibility guidelines for applicants under 60 years of age, and applicants 60 years of age and older. In order to be eligible for the Commodity Program, the family income must be at or below the following guidelines: Family Size and Income Levels for applicants Under 60 Years of Age -1, $6,825; 2, $9,165; 3, $11,505; for each additional family member add $2,340. Family size and income levels for applicants 60 Years ofAge and Older -1, $8,400; 2, $11,280 ; 3, $14,160; for each additional family member add $2,880. Please remember that if you do not have your New Commodity Food I.D. before the next distribution, you will not be able to receive commodity food. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the following Commodity Organization Offices and Senior Citizen Outreach Offices in your local area: Eaton County Action Center, 543-5467 or Eaton County Senior Citizens, 543-6075. NA Ken and Angie (Webb) Merryfield of 8545 Tupper Lake Road, Sunfield, an­ nounce the birth of their son Shane Alexander on this mother’s birthday May 23. He weighted 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and was 2014 inches long. Grandparents are Phyllis J. Webb of rural Charlotte, Betty and Lawrence Eldridge of Lake Odessa, Keith and Reva Merryfield of Sunfield, Jigg’s Webb of Charlotte. Great Grandparents are Sadie Wolschied of Lake Odessa, Hazel J. Piter. Wayne and Margaret Webb all of Charlotte, Proud Roger and Donna Webb, uncle and auntie of Buffalo, MO. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION ADS Lions capture 2nd straight district baseball title Ken Trumble slammed a home run in the bottom of the sixth and Greg Lenz fired a four-hitter as Maple Valley nipped Dewitt 3-2 to win its second straight district title Saturday. The one-run decision over Dewitt came after the Lions had smashed PewamoWestphalia 8-4 in the first round. The district championship catapults Maple Valley into this Saturday’s regional tournament at Calvin Christian High School in Grandville. The Lions play the host Squires at 10:00 a.m. The title comes on the heels of a two-week stretch in which the team (18-4) didn’t play good baseball, said Lion Coach Larry Lenz. “We’re very happy,” said Lenz. “The kids have been in kind of a slump. We hadn’t Sports played well, but we rose to the occasion in the district­ s.” Down 2-0 in the fifth against Dewitt, the Lions tied the game on an rbi single by Scott Joostberns and a error which scored the tying run. Trumble, who had doubled against the base of the fence earlier, then smashed his game-winning homer. Lenz (10-1) went all 7 in­ nings giving up only the 4 hits and 3 walks. The tall, senior righthander, who had arm trouble late in the season, struck out 8. Lenz and Joostberns combined in the district opener to limit P-W to only 4 hits and 4 walks. The pair fanned 10. Maple Valley jumped to a 2-0 first inning lead on solo homers by Greg Tilley and Ryan Trowbridge, who had 4 hits on the day. The Lions upped the margin to 7-0 in the second on a three-run homer by Joostberns and an rbi single by Lenz. After Maple Valley added a run in the fourth, the Pirates pushed across 4 runs in the fifth to make it close. Lion JVs end season with two victories The Maple Valley Junior Varsity baseball concluded their season winning their last two games and finishing first in the league. The J.V.’s pounded out 13 hits against Bellevue. Getting hits for Maple Valley were David Benit, Scott Phenix, Adam Brumm, Matt McClelland, Jeff Sleeper, Wally Wood­ man, Jeff Trisher and Andy Finkler, Leading with runs batted in were Adam Brumm, 5 and Wally Woodman, 2. Scott Phenix, Adam Brumm and David Benit pitched in the victory against Bellevue. They struck out 8, gave up 5 hits and walked 5. The win over Bronson was highlighted by good pitching and defense. Tai Gearhart, Brock Delgroot and Matt McClelland made good defensive plays. Scott Phenix and Adam Brumm combined for 10 strike outs 10 walks and gave up 3 hits. The only Lion hits against Bronson were by Bill Brenton and Scott Phenix. The league record was 11 wins, 1 loss and overall 13 wins, 3 losses. Talented jr. highers sought Several slots still remain for able middle school-junior high age students in Something Special, a summer session for giftedtalented-creative students, sponsored by EISD. The classes will be held at the Potterville Elementary School, July 15-26, 9-11 a.m. daily in pleasantly air­ conditioned surroundings. Course offerings available to students entering grades 7-9 in the fall are: Exploring Newbery Literature and Creative Writing; Water­ color Painting; Computer Creations; Spanish Langugage-His panic Culture; “Coin-cidentally Numismatics; Model Rocketry; Creative Dramatics-Theater Craft; Biological Science; Beginning American Sign Language (AMESLAN); Fooling Around with Words Etymology. Over 200 students, grades K-9, are currently enrolled. For more information contact Patricia Greene, Eaton Intermediate 543-5500 or 484-2929. Lions 4th at county meet Rhonda Steinbrecher of the Maple Valley girls track team throws the discus at last Wednesday's Barry County track meet in Middleville. The Lions' only firsts were recorded by Robert Browne in the long jump, the 880 relay team, and Brian Ainsworth in the 440. The Lion girls totaled 24 points to finish fourth while the boys racked up 56 to take third.' uto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg ’35” w/built in regulator .. w/exchg. Most Starters... Starters w/exchg ’45” ’35” w/solnoid ........................ w/exchg Water Pumps...... w/exchg instock for most [ American Cors ’42” ’29” fCP YOUR CM KENEWf New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 �VOTE YES on Eaton Intermediate School Districts request for ONE MILL to support handicapped children Eaton Intermediate has NOT had an increase in op­ erational millage for special education since 1972. In 1982 EISD reduced their staff by 25 % in an at­ tempt to operate with existing revenues. The QUALITY of life for 1600 Special Education Children in Eaton County depends on your support, 5664 ONE ADDITIONAL MILL WILL: • Continue the present support for handi­ capped children in Eaton County • Increase by 25% the reimbursement to local districts for their costs in edu­ cating special child­ ren. SUPPORT HANDICAPPED CHILDREN. VOTE YES AT YOUR LOCAL SCHOOL VOTING PRECINCT on VOTE June June 10 from 7 a.m to 8 p.m. Paid for by Election '85, 1790 E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte �The Maple Valle? New* Nashville Tueedoy. June 4, 1985 — Poge 18 School board candidates, continued from 14 a G.C.S. (Good Common Sense degree, and people with common goals toward education.” Lehman said. “...Our largest, and perhaps most important investments are homes, automobiles, and education. Of the three, education is the one we know the least about,” Lehman points out. “This is a serious problem that has to be ad dressed ” Beatrice Pino, of Maple Grove Hoad. Nashville, is a retired teacher seeking election to the Maple Valley School board Her husband. James Pino, is a farmer Mrs. Pino has two children. Dr. Joel Grossman, a Peruvian archeologist, who has a bachelor’s degree and a doctorate from the University of California, and Rachael Grossman, a researcher and writer for Fortune Magazine, with a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, and a master's from the New School of Social Research. Mrs Pino has been a Girl Scout leader for 15 years, and started the first Girl Scout troop in Nashville in 1977. She serves as a delegate representing five counties to Michigan Senior Advocacy Council; is the vice-chairman of the board of the Barry County Com­ mission on Aging; is co­ chairman of the Barry County Peace Cirde; serves as a member of the American Association of Universtiy Women; and for the past four years she has been teaching a course in Humanities at the Hastings COA Pino feels she is qualified to serve on the board because she is a graduate of Simmons College in Boston, and studied Comparative Languages at the University of Berlin in Germany. She says she can see the views of all concerned with the local education process, having been a student, a parent, a teacher and an ad­ ministrator Pinoat one time taught English at the second largest high school in Los Angeles, where she initiated and operated the Reading Cline which became a model for the rest of the district. For four years, Pino served as an administrator of the program for the gifted She said she would like to be on the board because “there is a new wind blowing through Michigan education, and I would like to be a part of it.” Pino suggests the Maple Valley Schools begin working toward certain goals to compete suc­ cessfully in an increasingly technological society, as determined by the Gover­ nor’s Task Force on Education: they should have completed four years of English, three of math, three of social studies, two of a foreign language, two of science and one and a half of computer science. “They should be required to pass high level competency exams in these fields before receiving a diploma,” Pino said. Concerning millages, Pino comments that “rising costs affect us all. If after budgeting available funds as prudently as possible, we find that more money is needed to insure absolute safety in the bus system, to obtain the best study materials and the finest science equipment, and to provide fair salaries for teachers, I would advocate a millage increase.” Barry Hospice training On June 8th in the Physician’s Center at Pennock Hospital from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 945-9166 or 948-8658 for pre­ registration and information. Blood drive dates set When: Wed., June 5. Where: Nashville Methodist Church Time: 1 to 7 p.m. Pints of Blood Goal - 60 Corn, soybean and oat storage amounts above year ago levels Stocks of com, soybeans and oats in Michigan storage facilities on April 1, 1985 were above year ago levels. Com stored in all positions on April 1 totaled 113 million bushels, 31 percent above stocks on hand last year. Holdings in off-farm positions declined 21 percent from a year ago while onfarm holdings increased 61 percent. Farmers held 78 percent of the corn in storage on April 1 compared to 63 percent a year ago, ac­ cording to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Soybean stocks at 12.4 million bushels were seven percent above April 1984 levels. Holdings in off-farm positions were down nearly three percent while on-farm stocks showed a 19 percent increase. Winter wheat was the only major commodity where lower stocks were noted than a year ago. Holdings of 10 million bushels were 22 percent below last April. Offfarm stocks were down by 15 percent and on-farm stocks were off by 43 percent. Oats in storage at 7.8 million bushels was 39 percent above 1984 levels. Off-farm stocks increases 24 percent and farm stocks were up by 44 percent. Carry-over stocks of hay on Michigan farms on May 1 totaled 634,000 tons, slightly more than the previous year. Nationally, com stored in all positions on April 1 is estimated at 3.96 billion bushels, 22 percent more than the April 1, 1984 level. Of the total com on hand 71 percent was stored on farms. Indicated disappearance from all storage positions during January-March 1985 totaled 1.9 billion bushels, up 14 percent from the com­ parable quarter a year ago. Soybeans in all positions on April 1 totaled 898 million bushels, up 14 percent from last year, but 22 percent below April 1,1983. All wheat stored in all positions totaled 1.67 billion bushels, five percent less than the previous year. Oat stocks totaled 256 million bushels, five percent below a year ago. Potato stocks up as well Michigan potato growers, shippers and processors held a total of 1.5 million hun­ dredweight (cwt.) of potatoes on May 1, 1985. This is a 50 percent in­ crease from last year, but seven percent below stocks on hand May 1, 1983, ac­ cording to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Disappearance for the 1984 crop from the start of har­ vest to May 1 totaled 11.0 million cwt., 25 percent above movement for the same period last season. Disappearance during the month of April totaled 1.1 million cwt., virtually the same as a year ago. So far this season, 88 percent of production has been removed from storage compared to 90 percent last year. Nationally, May 1 potato stocks totaled an estimated 51.6 million cwt. in the 15 major states, a gain of two percent over last year, but 10 percent short of May 1983 stocks. Current stocks ac­ count account for 17 percent of fall potato production compared with 18 percent last year. Processing in the eight major states came to 108 million cwt. this season, up 13 percent from a year earlier. April processing was 12.5 million cwt., up four percent from last April. Spring is a time of rejuve­ nation and hope. Plants re­ vive and flowers are jewelled with morning dew. It’s a love­ ly season to plan that special party or brunch. Set the stage by serving these elegant, yet economical recipes from a Whirlpool microwave oven cookbook. Fruit-lavished Cur­ ried Fruit Ham Ring has a succulent spicy-sweet glaze and cooks in just 13 minutes. And although flaming Bana­ nas Foster takes only a few minutes to cook, it will be a breathtaking finale to your extravaganza. BANANAS FOSTER Total cooking time: 3 minutes, 50 seconds 1 quart vanilla ice cream % cup packed brown sugar M cup butter or margarine 2 tablespoons milk % teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 cups sliced bananas (4 medium) *4 cup light rum Help bring the world together, one friendship at a time. There can be no greater challenge...no greater satisfaction. That’s why thousands of young Americans like you are traveling to other countries as part of a Presidential Initiative for peace...International Youth Exchange. If you’re one of them, you’ll live abroad with your new host family. Go to new schools. Make new friends. They, in turn, will learn about America from the best of all sources. An American. In short, you’ll be helping to bring our world together, one friendship at a time. Teenagers between 15 and 19 representing all segments of American society are being selected. If you’d like to be one of them, write for more information on pro­ grams, costs and financial aid. Write: 'YOUTH EXCHANGE, Pueblo, Colorado 81009 " I A message from The President s Council for International Youth Exchange. The Consortium for IKlI International Citizen Exchange, and The Advertising Council. Scoop ice cream into 6 balls. Place ice cream in sherbet dishes; freeze. In 1H-quart casserole combine brown sugar, butter or margarine, milk, and cinnamon. Place in microwave oven. Cook brown sugar mixture at HIGH for 1% minutes till butter melts and mixture is bubbly, stirring once. Add banana slices and cook at HIGH for 2 minutes till bana­ nas are warm, stirring once. In 1-cup glass measure place rum. Place in microwave oven. Cook rum at HIGH for 20 seconds; pour rum over ba­ nana mixture. Ignite rum us­ ing a long match. Spoon sauce over ice cream and serve im­ mediately. Makes 6 servings. TIPS & TECHNIQUES Flaming: to flame a sauce for dessert, place 2 to 4 table­ spoons liquor in glass measur­ ing cup. Heat at High for 15 to 20 seconds till hot. Care­ fully ignite with a long match; pour over dessert. Use cau­ tion when cooking with liquor. Don’t double recipes contain­ ing wine and liquor, especial­ ly those that use only small amounts of other liquids. Re­ member that wines and liq­ uors are alcohol and as such are really a form of fuel. Shape: Foods that are shaped in ring molds or other round shapes (such as ground meat patties) will cook more even­ ly than square, oblong, or ir­ regular-shaped foods, since microwaves penetrate equally from all sides. CURRIED FRUIT HAM RING (shown) Total cooking time: 13 minutes 1 egg % cup soft bread crumbs (1 slice) (4 cup finely chopped onion 14 cup milk % pound ground fully cooked ham H pound ground pork 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, softened % to 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 17-ounce can fruits for salad, drained Cashews (optional) Flaked coconut (optional) Chutney (optional) In a mixing bowl combine egg, bread crumbs, onion, and milk. Add ground meats and mix well. In 8x8x2-inch baking dish shape meat mixture into a 6-inch ring. (If desired, place a 6-ounce custard cup, right side up, in center of dish and mold mixture around the cup.) Cover with waxed paper and place in the microwave oven. Cook meat ring at HIGH for 7 minutes till thoroughly cooked; add more cooking time, if necessary. Remove from microwave oven. (Remove custard cup.) Drain off meat juices. Combine brown sugar, butter, ,and curry; spread over ham loaf. Cover and return meat ring to microwave oven. Cook meat ring at HIGH for 3 minutes. Spoon fruit over and around loaf. Cook, covered, at HIGH for 3 minutes. Transfer meat ring to serving plate; spoon on juices and fruits. Serve with cashews, coconut, and chutney sprinkled atop, if desired. Makes 4 servings. Tips & Techniques (continued) Melting: To melt butter or margarine, place 1 stick (% cup) butter in a small bowl. Heat, uncovered, at Low for 1% minutes. To melt *4 cup butter, heat for 45 seconds; to melt 2 tablespoons, heat 35 seconds. �tl?e Most Beautiful Da^ start with thefinest WEDDING STATIONERY choou from our soloction of • WEDDING INVITATIONS • WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS • THANK YOU CARDS RECEPTION CARDS • NAPKINS • WEDDING MATCHES • ACCESSORIES 555 Phon* 945 9554 Hattingt �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 4, 1985 — Page 20 COOKIN’ GOOD SavingS 0*3^' HERRUD BULK Ring Bologna Eckrich Smok-Y-Links PORK $1A29 Spare Ribs L. 10 OZ. PKG. 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COUPON EXPIRES SATURDAY, June 8. 1SI85 Your Shoppers Review Store Deposit � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-06-11.pdf a3634c2dec91d1f62fdd337696746d42 PDF Text Text “’’°58 n Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Vol. 113 - No. 48 — Tuesday, June 11. 1985 Syrup Association responds to council charges By Shelly Sulser In a letter from the Maple Syrup Festival Corporation, President Stan Trumble told the village council of Ver­ montville that the association is not in the business of getting rich from the festival. This correspondence was sent in response to com­ ments and charges made by council members at its meeting last month. Some members of the council felt the syrup association should not require a percentage from the Boy Scouts, who earned money from parking fees during the festival. “Our goal is to help the syrup producers sell their product and serve as a vehicle for the local organizations to raise funds for their community projects," Trumble states in the letter to the village. The letter also said that members of the syrup association were “shocked and dismayed at the charges and comments made by the Vermontville Village Council and printed in the May 7, 1985 issue of the Maple Valley News?’ The letter goes on to say that “it certainly came as a surprise to us to find that people such as you who hold positions of leadership and responsibility within this community would stoop to relying upon rumors and innuendo, rather than contacting our organization to get the straight facts.” Trumble explains in the letter that organizations who sell at the festival do not have to pay a percentage of their proceeds to the association. Instead, they pay a membership fee of $20 and a donation. “There is no way that a dollar figure can be placed upon the benefit that the festival has had on these organizations over the years,” the letter says. In reference to a comment of one council person that the Festival Association has never put a penny into the community, “we ask that they talk to the American Legion, Band Boosters, Lions Club, Women’. Club, Methodist Church, Congregational Church and the Athlectic Boosters,” states the letter. It then goes on to list direct contributions to community projects made by the organization. “I believe the record Bingo and sports will continue at school At the special meeting of M.V. Athletic Boosters, it was decided that the parents of each class should be responsible for a Bingo shift. Grades. 7 through 12 will provide us with six shifts. For instance, the parents of 7th graders will work together or a “7th grade shift”, etc. This means that every shift needs support from those parents with children participating in sports in­ cluding cheerleading. With six shifts, a parent will only have to work once every six weeks or less if the shift contains enough workers to rotate.. M.V. Bingo will resume this Thursday, June 13. The 7th Grade parents will work this week with Loren Leh­ man as Shift Captain. The following weeks will have shifts run by Ann Schantz, 8th Grade; Janet Porritt, 9th; Ken Todd, 10th; Don Steinbrecher 11th; Sue Villaneva 12th Gr. Please call any of these captains or Tom Joostberns to volunteer your help. Your athletes need you!! speaks for itself,” Trumble says. “The Maple Syrup Festival Association is for the benefit of Vermontville. Through the support of the organizations and this village, the festival can promote Vermontville and Maple Syrup.” Following the reading of the letter at the council meeting last Thursday by festival committee member Gene Fisher, the council made no comment con­ cerning it..The council did agree to have the letter entered into the minutes of the meeting. In other action, the council adopted a resolution urging the Eaton County Road Commission to do everything possible to secure necessary funds to replace the bridge on Nashville Highway over Shanty Brook. This would be done during the proposed resurfacing and restoration project of Nashville High­ way in 1986. The resolution states the bridge has an expected life of only five years, and that the pavement on Nashville Highway is wider than the bridge deck. The council also agreed to: on private property, if property owners will agree to pay all expenses. In council discussion, Lana Oster reported $225.18 was spent on Mayor Exchange Day leaving a balance of $125 in the fund. The $125 left will be put toward the replacement of the bench top. The 1978 Chevrolet half-ton pickup belonging to the village will be for sale by sealed bids, to be opened a the June 27 meething. The council voted to let Tony Wawiernia purchase used tools and equipment from Fred Hendee at a cost of $680. Ossenheimer, Lehman, and Sleeper elected to board Two incumbents were reelected to the Maple Valley Board of Education along with a newcomer and voters approved a transfer of funds to pay for building repairs and furniture. Loren Lehman, 39, of 657 S. Main St., Vermontville, was the top vote getter in the seven-person race for two four-year seats on the board, capturing 303 votes. Incumbent Dale Ossenheimer, 40, of 6091 Assyria Rd., Nashville, garnered 220 votes to cap­ ture the second four-year seat. Incumbent LeRoy Sleeper, 43, of 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, received the most votes of any can­ didate, with 400 ballots in his favor for the one-year seat that was open. Duane Davidson, Sleeper’s opponent for the one-year term, captured 239 votes. The remaining five canContinued on page 15 The regular July council meeting will be held on Thursday, June 27, 1985 at 7:30 p.m. in the village hall. Officer Breidenstein gave the police report for the month of May. A total of 48 complaints were handled by the Vermontville police. Nineteen were in the village and 24 were in the township. Five were from out of the area. There were four civil infractions, two misdemeanors, three arrests and 15 traffic stops. Twelve traffic stops were in the village and three were in the township. Fifteen verbal warnings were given. There were four accidents, three in the township and one in the village. There were a total of three motorist assists, all in the township, and six assists to other departments. The report also shows 560 property checks, 385 in the village and 175 in the township. There were 50 vacation checks, . 35 door checks and two doors were found to be unlocked. Vermontville postmaster retires after 18-year tenure —Table the signing of a contract from Les’s Sanitary Service until the village attorney has a chance to review it. —Buy a new bench top for the park bench which was vandalized last fall. It was reported the bench cannot be repaired. The new top will be purchased for $240 from Eaton Monument of Charlotte, which includes carving. —Deny a street light at the end of Round Lake Road as requested by Dan Griffin. In a unanimous decision the. council said the light was not needed at this time because their are no elderly or handicapped persons living near there who would benefit from it. —Allow village main­ tenance to install sewer lines Dale Ossenheimer Lawrence Frith retired as Vermontville's postmaster last week after 18 years of service. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) Tracks removed from Main St. in Nashville A section of road on Nashville’s Main Street is currently being smoothed over by the Beasley Asphalt Company of Lansing. The company removed a section of railroad tracks last week, and expects to be finished resurfacing a sidewalk and driveway by the elevator this week. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 'JE12TO ,121 s. church street J'ivfstinjs, fi’iaji’gon 45053 LeRoy Sleeper By Shelly Sulser A man who has dedicated the past 18 years of his life to ensuring safe and punctual mail delivery for Ver­ montville village and area residents has retired from the local postmaster position. Lawrence Frith recalls that his first day on the job was September 15, 1967. “I’ve enjoyed my years here,” Frith said Monday, June 3 as time grew closer to when he would no longer have to sort mail, sell stamps or cancel letters. Born and reared in the Vermontville area, Frith says now is his time to relax and do all the things he has been putting off over the years. Frith also noted that physical ailments contributed to his decision to retire. “I want to get out there and enjoy life as much as I can,” said Frith. Until a new postmaster can be found, Connie Wireman of Hickory Comers will serve as the officer in charge. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News At this writing over three dozen Nashville households have signed up to participate in Nashville’s Third Annual Communitywide Garage Sale set for Saturday, June 15. Addresses of those registered for the sale will be published in area newspapers this week, but it is likely ever more householders will be con­ ducting yard or garage sales in the village that day. The event is sponsored by the local Chamber of Com­ merce, which is footing all costs of promoting the sale. This will be the third year that the communitywide sale have been arranged by the chamber, and plans are to make it an annual event set for the third Saturday of each June. In the past two years the sale has drawn a large number of out-of-town bargain hunters to Nash­ ville, as well as providing an exciting and profitable day for locals. Clean out your closets, cupboards, garages, attics and basements - and get set to join in the fun. In conjunction with the communitywide sale the Nashville United Methodist Church will be conducting a rummage sale at the Community House Saturday, and will also be serving lunches for the public there. They invite shoppers to stop by for lunch while hunting for bargains in Nashville. Ada Yaudes and Nancy More are in charge of the event. At Putnam Public Library, Friends of the Library will hold a used books and bake sate on the lawn of the library all day Saturday. This is one of the many fundraisers conducted an­ nually by the FOL to earn money for their many worth­ while projects at our library. Be sure to stop by and lend your support. In a recent letter from former local resident Wayne Fuller of Toledo, he told of a recent women’s bowling tournament held in that city. All 50 states and several foreign countries were represented among the 42,735 ladies who bowled in the 54-day meet, noted Fuller, After receiving his letter we learned that several local ladies were among that number. Bowling at the Toledo tourney in a team sponsored by Vogt Funeral Home were Lois Elliston, Janet Gard­ ner, Thelma Christopher, June Decker, Betty Blakley and Joan Elliston, all of Nashville. The team placed “in the money” but wilt not know exactly how much they won until sometime in July. This is the last year of the team’s sponsorship by Vogt’s, since the funeral home was recently sold. The Vogt team bowled in Toledo during the first week of May, and the girls rounded out their week-long trip with a sightseeing jaunt to Gatlingsburg and Nashville, Tennessee, where they visited the Grand Ole Opry. While in Toledo they also enjoyed a few outings, in­ cluding a meal at Tony a Packo’s, popular By Susan Hinckley Hungarian eaffiry made famous by Cp. Klinger in the TV series “MASH”. We understanlr that two other Nashvill$ women, Louise Banhs and Montiel Dull, also bowled at the Toledo tourney, but we were unable to obtain other in­ formation on their team in time for this report. Other members of the group are from Hastings. In his letter Fuller wrote that, according to in­ formation published in a Toldeo newspaper, it was estimated that 60,000 people came to the city for the event, since some of the bowlers were accompanied by family members. “It has been estimated that they left $16,000,000 in Toledo,” added Fuller. The Cook family of Nash­ ville has grown by leaps and bounds recently, with four new babies in the fmaily since January. Three of the new little cousins arrived within the past two months. The latest to make his ap­ pearance was Joshua Douglas, born June 1 to Douglas and Laurie Cook. He weighed in at 8 lbs. 11 ozs. Back on April 26th Doug’s sister Diane and her husband, Ernest Cantua, of Cdco, Florida, became parents of a little girl whom they named DeDestiny. She tipped the scales at 8 lbs. 14 ozs. On April 18, David Cook (a brother to Douglas and Diane) and his wife, Colleen, welcomed their new son, Anthony Lawrence, who weighed in a 7 lbs. 1 oz. Back How can a multiple car family minimize insurance costs? No problem Auto-Owners gives families with two or more cars a reduced insurance rate. That makes their exceptional auto coverage and claims service even more attractive. So if you’re a multiple car family trying to minimize insurance costs—call your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent and find out how this discount can be “no problem” for you. y^uto • Owners Insurance ~T!y£NoProb&i^nPeDfl&,' Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones on January 18 another brother, Dennis Cook and his wife Lolo became parents of a son, Andrew Michale. Grandparents of all the babies are Dale Cook of Woodland and Nancy Cook of Nashville. Greatgrandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Hom, local. Maternal grandparents of Joshua are the Robert Carmoneys of Nashville. For Anthony, they are Mr. and Mrs. Vern Nichols of Charlotte; and maternal grandparents of Andrew are Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Clements, Sr. of Nashville. The Lawrence Horns, who have 20 grandchildren, now have 11 great-grandchildren. Approximately 35 women from Nashville Baptist Church plan to attend the annual Ladies’ Day Retreat at Gull Lake Bible Con­ ference on Friday, June 14th. The popular outing generally draws a capacity crowd at the day-long event. Men of Nashville Baptist will hold a fish-fry at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at the home of Gale Wetzel, south of town. Ladies softball team of Nashville Baptist Church meets the Pennfield United Brethren team on their diamond near Battle Creek at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16, and at Nashville Baptist Church all dads in attendance at morning services will receive special recognition. That evening, during? p.m. worship, a film entitled “Mating, Dating and Waiting” will be shown. It is one of a series of films designed for teen-agers. Senior citizens will be treated to a dinner sponsored by the Promoters for Christ, ladies’ missionary group, following Sunday evening services, June 23, at Nash­ ville Baptist Church. A special attraction during that service will be vocalist Mark Lowrey of Lynchburg, Virginia, presenting a concert. The Nashville Baptist PFC will meet at 6:'3O p.m. Tuesday, June 11 at the church. Following the meeting, a baby shower will commence at 7:15 in honor of Lorna Brooke. A service at the Lansing City Rescue Misson will be conducted starting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 11, by Nashville Baptist Church. Rev. and Mrs. Thomas Voyles of Nashville Church of the Nazarene will leave for Anaheim, California, next week to attend the church’s General Assembly meeting there. We will take this opportunity to send birthday greetings (albeit belated in some instances) to three dear Nashville ladies: Bunny (Mead) Shaw, who celebrated her 91st birthday on May 24; Melissa (Debolt) Showlater, who marked her 89th on June 4; and May (Rothaar) Smith, who will be 92 come June 22. These three ladies are all lifelong residents of this area, and are all well-known and loved by countless friends and our acquaintances in community. A Father-Son breakfast will be held starting at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Fellowship Hall of the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville. Retired minister New books at Putnam Library ‘‘Keeping Livestock Healthy” by N. Bruce Haynes, D.V.M. “Cattle, Sheep and Hogs” by Hollis Lee. These two books on far­ ming have been presented in memory of Joseph B. Hickey by Dave and Jeanne Long. “The Great Lakes” by the Editors of Outdoor World. A history of Michigan with beautiful illustrations and color photos. Presented in memory of Max Fisher by George and Maxine Martin. “Drummond Island” by S.F. Cook. The story of the British occupation, 1815 1828. Presented in memory ofJoe Smith by his daughter, Carol Kellogg. “Princess” by Robert Lacey. Many photographs of The Princess of Wales. “Weight Watchers Cookbook” by Jean Nidetch. “Warman’s Antiques and Their Prices”. The standard reference for antiques and collectibles, 19th edition. Edited by Harry Rinker. “Jubal Sackett” by Louis UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville North State, Nashville VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday*. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m.Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. 'Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship ............... 7 p.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES IRENE 852-9107 FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 8593 Cloverdale Road llOS. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship .... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Fellowship Time After Worship. Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. AWANA..... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH .NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... IT a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass......6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.. ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. REV. LEON POHL The Barry County Associaton of Retired School Personnel will hold its June meeting at Woodgrave Church of Coats Grove, at noon, Wednesday, June 26. The program is a talk by Mrs. Bonnie Carpenter, Exective Director of M.A.R.S.P. Velma DeMond (945-9359) is hostess. For reservations call: Ethel Kilmere (9455657), or any of the following: Lucille Brown (367-4821), Bernice Carter (795-9023), Margaret Johnson (945-2050), Birdena Lyttle (623-2606), or Reva Schantz (852-9243). ... by ... Church School .. 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. „ Sunday School ..10a.m. Church Worship . 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. „ S Au.Mnd.a Sy eSrcvhiocoel... 1 101aa.m.m.. (Nursery Care Available) Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. County’s retired school personnel to meet Hair Styles ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) 301 Fuller St., Nashville L’Amour. The latest novel in the Sackett series. “The Bannaman Legacy” by Catherine Cookson. A romantic novel by a popular author. Many new children’s books have been added to the Junior Room. FAMILY - AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH Rev. Paul Boger of Nashville will be the speaker. Fathers will receive special recognition during Sunday morning services June 16th, at Nashville Church of Nazarene. The Nelson Brumms of Nashville received word last week from former local resident Versile Babcock of Mason Forrest that Rinehart, a resident of that city and former high school principal at Maple Valley, passed away May 25’ (Obituary appears elsewhere in this issue). Mr. Babcock attended the services, and reported that there was a large turnout of Rinehart’s friends, and many lovely flowers. For those local friends who may want to get in touch with JoAnn Rinehart, the address is 216 Lawton, Mason; MI 48854. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe 803 Reed St., Nashvill e Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 1.1 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 3 Payne's Ceramics opens locally the Mud Creek 4-H Club. This is Payne’s first business venture which she hopes will be a successful one. Payne plans to use the income from her shop to pay for a Christian day camp she has been working to establish on Center Road, in memory of her husband Clinton who passed away two years ago. Payne’s daughter Kathy Carpenter also helps with business, doing special painting and finishing touches. The store is open Tuesday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Friday 12 to 5 p.m. The store will be open for business Saturday June 15, for the community garage sale day. KS« >fe sSJs sS J s S J' iJ «y. SJ'iJ & $ •"^S Local blood drive nets 57-pints The Nashville Red Cross Blood Drive on the 5th of June produced 57 pints of blood with five first time donors. Pins were presented for five gallons to Bill Semrau, four gallons to Janet Rush­ ford, two gallons to Lois Elliston, one gallon to Ann Arnett, and one gallon to David Heinsen. Chairman Carleen Overholt thanks donors and volunteers, Gerry Long, Ardis Purchis, Louise Bahs, Phyllis Skedgell, Agnes Puffpaff, Marge Wolf, Tim Higdon, Olith Hamilton, Myrtle Graham, Liz Lynch, Gretchen Pixley, Clara Pennock, Sherri Gould, Ann Taylor, Laureen Harkness, Ilona Hasgon, Janet Rush­ ford, and Audry Wetzel. “Volunteers are the people who make blood drive work,” she said. The canteen food money was donated by the Nashville Lions Club ant the cookies supplied by the Nashville Baptist Ladies. The lady who left a special gold earring at the blood drive may call Carleen Overholt, 852-1740, to claim it. Huge 2 Family YARD SALE Saturday, June 15 — 8:30 AAA to 5:00 PAA — 316 E. Main, Vermontville Our congratulations tM.twl ’’i>« >r«r®hhr. ®erdi.iitWM.twl & best wishes irjr®®ediiikl « kte8lmqj • ^Ue1s®>l*kelmj to the Class of *85 ■Mti and E Prtsated in ^fihrly Mill Bam ‘^s® MPffsooidriij neetiij n ) Ik stay of the Ctaduffttl W nijj •• RJedaski RJedaski W i memoryjropan ii Is darter.Mrs.jroBp onannie ifir I Elective Dili s” ly Bobet ■ ptsxoeraphs of VdnuDeW if lies. is hostess. Fern hides Cook- tall: EM t Jeu Wdi. 5557), « tr AMiqnes and ".Thestandard r cliques aid , Bill edition. follovigg: Id (Mi), te (WS-llffl, I Jotao’H my Baier. Lyttle feif’by Lota's SchantzlKB fiud^ Evo Payne opened a ceramic shop in the former lo­ cation of Bobbie's* Unique Nails bn Main Street in Nashville. Here, Payne puts some finishing touches on a care bear figurine.(Maple Valley News photo by Shelley Sulser) By Shelly Sulser A new outlet for ceramic items opened its doors at 309 N. Main St. in Nashville Thursday. Owned and operated by Eva Payne, the store offers numerous ceramic figures, including two types of ceramic, greenware and bisque. Payne notes customers Eaton-Barry VFW installs new officers Lemuel J. Hunt has been elected and installed as comander of the EatonBarry County Council of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Hunt was installed May 22, by Emerson Dillin, the in­ coming commander of the VFW’s Eighth District. Assisting with the in­ stallation was George Howe as the marshall and chaplain. The ceremony took place at Charlotte Post 2406, home post of Commander­ elect Hunt. Other elected officers installed were: Charles Hummell as senior vice commander and James VanHouten as junior vice commander, both of Mid­ dleville Post 7548; emerson Dillin of Charlotte Post 2406, Quartermaster; Clarence Hartwell, chaplain, Cecil Comstock, judge advocate, and Garner Sherman, surgeon, all of Delton Memorial Post 422; Carl L. Paine and Elbert Keehneof Yourfuture is assured when you save at have the option of pur­ chasing items finished or unfinished, and that special orders are welcome. Some of the items range from tiny animal figurines to large planters. Care bears are also among the hand­ made merchandise. Payne, of State Road, has enjoyed passing on her knowlege of the craft for the past 14 years as the leader of Charlotte Post 2406 and James Vickers of Mid­ dleville Post 7548, as trustees. These officers assume their full duties after the state convention is held, June 20-23, in Southfield. Besides the posts already mentioned, the Eaton-Barry County Council includes posts in Hastings, Eaton Rapids, Nashville, Pot­ terville and Grand Ledge. Each member attending a meeting of the county council has his name entered for a drawing, held at the end of the year, to win a life membership in the VFW. This year’s winner was Terrence Vickers of Mid­ dleville Post 7548. The more meetings attended, the better chance a person has of winning this life mem­ bership. The next meeting, which will be the first for the new year, will be held September 25, at the Moose Lodge, hosted by Hastings Post 3326. Eaton Federal Savings and Loan servingEaton Countyfor over 48years Invest in a Certificate of Deposit: •18 Month Certificate * 3V2 Year Certificate ■ 5 Year Certificate 91 Day Certificates • $500 minimum balance. /Substantial IRA’s (Individual Retirement Accounts) •18-Mon th Fixed Rate Account Minimum deposit $500 penaltyfor early withdrawal). Substantialpenaltyfor early withdrawal, additionalpenaltyfor withdrawal before age 69% 6 Month Money Market Certificate •6 Months • $500 minimum. Federal regulations prohibit compounding of interest during the term of this agreement. (Rate varies each weekfor new •18 Month Variable Rate Account Minimum deposit of $10. Additional deposits may be made at any time.' certificates or renewals, but once you have invested in yourMoney Market Certificate, your quoted rate isfixedfor the full six months). N.O.W. Accounts Checking with daily compounded interest at5‘A% Sr. Citizens’ Accounts teoyn. and<>im No minimum balance required Individuals, non-profit and qualified business accounts: •Minimum balance with return check service - $500 •Minimum balance with safekeeping service • $300 2’/» Yr. Money Market Certificate •Continuous compounding •$500 minimum amount •Rates change every week, but once your certificate has been purchased, your rate is fixed for 2*/i years. Eaton Federal tQOil HOUSINC Happy Father’s Day! Dads do like plants and flowers. — SPECIAL — Boutonnieres for Him. LENDER and Loan Association FOUR COHVEHIEHT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: NOME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN ■ PHONE 643-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852-1830 EATON RAPIOS, MICHIGAN • PHONE 063-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE T49-2II1 OFFICE NOURS: Moa. thru Fri. 9:00 to 4:30, Sat. 9:00 to 124)0 noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 4 0 Memories of the pas by Susan Hinckley Old Evans School remembered Go south of Nashville six miles, turn left on Butler Road and continue east until you cross the Barry County line at Curiis Road. Just a short distance further into Eaton County you will find the old Evans School, now more than a century old and no longer in use, but a stark A pump beside the front door supplied water for a tank-like drinking fountain inside the Evans School. Earlier students there undoubtedly drank from a community cup. Joyce Reaser is at the pump; Marion holds a broom and dustpan. Students at Evans School frequently helped a favorite teacher such as Zelma Smith "sweep up" after classes ended each day. reminder of earlier days when life moved at a slower pace. Built in 1880, the schoolhouse on the south side of the road replaced the original Evans School built in 1844 across the way and slightly west, on land leased at that time from Eli Evans for the “consideration of six cents per year.” (After the new school was constructed, cost of the lease rose to 50 cents annually.) The Evans propety in Section 31 of Assyria Township was leased on March 4, 1844, by the school board of Fractional District No. 2 in the townships of Kalamo and Bellevue in Eaton County. (The first structure was in the former, and the second was in the latter.) For 123 years the Evans School served its rural community. The doors finally closed in 1967 when the district voted to con­ solidate with Bellevue Schools. Prior to that time Evans School graduates of the 8th grade became tuition high school students at either Nashville or Bellevue. Mrs. Howard Hamilton, the former Marion Callahan, who started first memories associated with the school. “There was no kin­ dergarten then,” notes Mrs. Hamilton, whose fellow firstgraders were Lloyd Linsley and Clarence Martens. The latter also attended Evans all the way through grade school, finishing along with Marion in 1931. There were two other eighth-graders that year: Doris Dull and Warren Quimby. Mrs. Hamilton, who still lives in the neighborhood, walked a mile and a half each day to attend school. Other families with children who resided near the Callahans were the Martens, the Gardners, the Reasers, and the Linsleys. “A whole group of us walked the same way to school each day,” said Mrs. Hamilton. She adds that even though her father, John Callahan, “had an old Ford” there were “very, very few times that we got taken to school.” Marion does recall one time when the snow was very deep that her father hitched up a horse-drawn sleigh and picked up “a whole load of kids” and took them to school. During many of her years at Evans School Marion’s father served as its director. Rupert Martens was treasurer then, and John Helvie was the school board moderator. Helvie was a widower who in 1915 purchased the former Evans farm property on which the school was located. He was a kind person loved by the students and “a friend to all,” said Mrs. Hamilton. During recess the children would As an 8th grader at Evans School, Marion Callahan (right) had three other classmates: Doris Dull, Warren Quimby, and Clarence Martens (seated). Eighth-graders were required to write a test at Charlotte to earn their certificates of graduation from Evans School. . often spot Helvie working in his garden near the school and walk over to chat with him. Other pleasant memories of the school recalled by Marion include the annual “flowering” outings in early May. Sometime near May Day the children would go into the nearby woods to gather bouquets of wild­ flowers which grew in profusion there. Lunchtime also proved to be pleasant outdoor outing on most warm-weather schooldays. “Across the road was a big ditch lined by a row of trees that are now gone,” recalls Mrs. Hamilton. “We used to go sit there on the bank and eat our lunch.” The noon meal for students of Marion’s day consisted of sandwiches carried from home in - if one were lucky a round dinner pail. Some children used large peanut butter pails in lieu of the real thing. ’’Peanut butter sandwiches tasted good in those day,” laughs Mrs. When Marion Callahan started first grade at Evans School in 1923 she had two classmates, Clarence Martens, left, and Lloyd Linsley. Marion recalls that this photo was taken shortly after the trio started school, and notes that the dress she was wearing that day was made of red wool. Hamilton. There were no thermos bottles of beverages to ac­ company the sandwich, as there would be today. “We were fortunate to have an apple,” commented Marion. “Bananas were a real luxury then.” Christmastime was always a happy season at the school. There was a big Yule tree each year. “We didn’t get electricity in through here until 1938,” recalls Mrs. Hamilton. “I remember having candles on the Christmas tree but I can’t recall having them lit.” A temporary extension of the platform that normally held the teacher’s desk served during the Christmas event as an informal stage for the traditional holiday program presented by the children. Evans school was heated by a “big, Old pot-bellied stove,” recalled Marion; had a hand pump for well water at the front door; a vestibule where girls’ coats were hung on the right and boys’ coats on the left; and outdoor “privies.” The days of a commonlyshared drinking cup are not remembered by Mrs. Hamilton. She recalls a drinking fountain which held a supply of water pumped by hand from the well next to the front door. In a capsule history of Evans School compiled by Mrs. Hamilton in 1967 for the Bellevue Gazette, she quoted school records showing in 1909 that Carl Hamilton “received $6 for firing the stoves and janitorial work.” Later some of the cleanup work fell to the students and their teacher, for Marion remembers taking part. “We would stay (after school) and help the teacher sweep the floor so we could walk home with her.” One teacher in particular that Marion recalled was Zelman Smith, who boarded near the Callahan home. Some of the former Evans schoolteachers named in Mrs. Hamilton’s 1967 write­ up. were Martha Mason Dickenson, Ester Beckner Barker, Mary Dye, Ilah Carroll, Jean Robinson Endsley, Edna Conklin and Kate Bowen Denison. All attended a 1967 reunion marking the 123rd an­ niversary of the founding of Evans School held the year that it closed. Mrs. Denison, the oldest teacher at the reunion, was paid $25 per month when she began here teaching career at Evans in 1904. School records indicate that Rachel Day, an early instructor there, was paid $70 for three months work in 1866. “In 1918 Ester Beckner Barker received $55 a month,” noted Mrs. Hamilton in her capsule history. “Two years later, during Mary Dye’s tenure, wages were hiked to $111 a month. The scale climbed steadily until the depression of ‘29. It is recorded that in 1933 teacher Thelma Fox got only $45 a month.” Recitation seats at the front of the schoolroom; blackboards on three walls; young children learning at a faster than normal pace as they overheard lessons recited by older students: these are some of the memories of Evans recalled by Mrs. Hamilton that are familiar to most all who attended rural one-room schools of that era. The youngsters received a good education without the benefit of the didn’t have then,” notes Mrs. Hamilton. “Bus transporation to area high schools started in 1936, enabling more children to get a high school education,” concluded Mrs. Hamilton in her capsule history. “Throughout the career of the Evans School, only in 1946 was it necessary to transport all Evans district children to Bellevue for lack of a teacher.” There was a shortage of teachers that year, recalls Mrs. Hamilton due to effects of World War II. The Evans school property now belongs to the Ewald Block family, who have built a new home near the historic old center of learning which served its neighborhood so well for so long. REMEMBER DAD ...on June 16th! Though women teachers were the rule at most rural schools of the day, a male was occasionally hired for the job. Russell Frantz of Sunfield was the instructor at Evans School when this photo was taken in the 1930-31 school year. (Front row, from left) Gaylord Slocum, Kenneth Ritchie, Phyllis Reaser, Anna Slocum, Donald and Doris Hulsebos, Neal Cheeseman, Regina Gardner and Marjorie Linsley. (Second row, from left) Harry "Bub" Reaser, Carl Hulsebos, Glenn Slocum, Jean Maples, Roger Martens, Walter Gardner. (Third row) Harold Cheeseman, Joyce Reaser, Laura Gardner, Russell Frantz, teacher; Marion Callahan, Warren Quimby, Clarence Martens and Lloyd Linsley. An iin­ teresting fact about Evans School is that it drew students from four townships and two counties: Bellevue and Kalamo Townships in Eaton County, and Assyria and Maple Grove Townships in Barry County. Give him a ... GIFT CERTIFICATE The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main Vermontville �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 11, 1985— Page 5 Mt Jw The Crystals entertain during Sandyland's Sunday vintage rock and roll show. (Maple Valley News photos by Joe Cipcic) >i»t »». ??u ?? *»*». S1u'*' ’'*** S1'*' M aw allw! >5? 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Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. rs. Leonard eonar Joppie oppe oof Vermontville and Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Musser of Hastings. isSlitic sw'«*U *U Jw s JSari'®4& rftfe i IS ** &** ** setwi se . !eac acW% Uj cW’1* Ujc ACTION-ADS Lou Christie brought the audience to their feet with his first tune at Sandyland. Twisting was the order of the day, even by this unidentified tot, when Chubby Checker closed out the afternoon with a high energy performance in Nashville. The Fifties and Sixties came alive Sunday at Sandyland Park with a sunny afternoon of vintage rock and roll featuring Chubby Checker, Lou Christie, The Crystals, the Teenagers, and Benny and the Vets. Being a show of memories as well as big hits the enthuastic crowd of approximately 2,000 fans responded warmly to every one ofthe 57 songs during the nearly five-hour show. Whether it was the Crystals singing “Da Do Run Run”, “the Teenagers’ asking “Why Do Fools Fall In Love” or Benny and the vets talking about “Johnny B. Goode,” the audience loved it. By clapping their hands, twisting, and singing along and the crowd added to the festive occasion. Each act played an im­ portant part in the af­ ternoon’s success. However, $ $ 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Village age of o Vermontville ermonv e will be accepting sealed bids on a 1978 Chevrolet Ma ton <5 pickup until 4 p.m. June 27, 8 1985. For more information,8 contact the village office 8 during regular hours. Sharon Stewart, 8 Village Clerk 8 637 South Main Street, Nashville, Ml. 852-9833 or 852-9670 PIZZA SPECIAL 16” Pizza with 3 items (Good thru June 1985) $g99 FOR SALE: Oak firewood. Order early, delivered in honest racks for Ley’s measurement. Michigan Firewood, White Cloud, MI after 7 p.m. (616) 689-6290. (6-25) 1980 GMC EL CAMINO PICK-UP FOR SALE: Has all options, spotless inside and out. Rust proofed. Has fiberglass cap. Call 945-2340. (6-18). 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 g' \/ Cubby Checker and Lou Christie provided two sets that will not soon be forgotten. Lou Christie brought the people to their feet with his first tune “I’m Gonna Make You Mine” Kisses rather than autographs seemed the order of the day and Lou stated after one of such many requests. “My wife thinks I work so hard.” His high falsetto still in great shape after all these years, Christie performed fine renditions of “The Gypsy Cried” “ Rhapsody of “shake” he invited audience members to demonstrate their dancing abilities had the crowd on their feet throughout the concert. There was never a let up as Chubby sang 20 songs in his nearly 60-minute performance. Backed by his excellent band, he gave spirited versions of all his Arts as twisting became the order of the day at Sandyland. “The Pony”, “Dancin’ Party Tonight”, “Peppermint Twist”, “Lets Twist Again” and “The Twist”. Another afternoon of fun is planned at Sandyland Park on June 23, when Ray “Gitarzan” Stevens will do two shows. Former local woman receives degree Mary (Latta) Rose, daughter of Petie Latta of Nashville and Ernest Latta of Kalkaska, has graduated from Davenport College of Business. The commencement ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, June 14 at Catholic Central High School in Lansing. Mary, who will receive an associate degree in executive secretarial work, lives in Lansing. She has two sons: Tim, 14, and Jim, 6. g£g£g£g£g£g£g£g£g£g£g£g£ g£ gh 99999999999999999999 SUZ U KI Rummer _ __ j> > 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 GREAT SAVINGS NOW $OQEA00 8 8 WAS *4158.............. SPECIAL aOOU 8 $ELL-A-THON New1983 GS1100 GLD PLUS TAX, LICENSE AND TITLE8 In short, the new GS-1100GL delivers everything you could ask for in a serious custom motorcycle: Power, control, comfort and eye appeal. And enjoying it all is the Sensation of Suzuki UNLIMiUD MILEAGE BOB’S SERVICE SHOP 610 S. Wellman Rd., Nashville, Ml 49073 852-9377 gjb vd vD gfr gfi gfi gft gjb gfi gft flb gjb gjb gjb gjb gfi gft gfb gjb gjb gfi gft gfcij 8 8 8 8 <i g- �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 11.1985 — Page 6 Vermontville by Ava Kroger news to N. Manchester, Ind. and brought Tara and Thomas Wion back with them to stay about 10 days. Their parents are on a canoe trip in Min­ nesota with a church group. Mrs. Serena Goodenough attended the graduation of her granddaughter Vicki Lewis from Andrews University at Berrien Springs, MI last weekend. Vicki received a B.S. degree in nursing. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd and Ruth Ann visited Mrs. Wilma Carney in her new apartment in Midland on Friday, and found her im­ proving in health after her hospital stay. Mr. and Mrs. Merle Haines of Hastings and son, Bill of Onalaska, Wis. called on Mrs. Leta Nagle last week. Mrs. Satya Dubey and son Jay from Bethesda, MD called on their aunt Mrs. Ava Kroger Saturday. Mrs. Serena Goodenough Visitors at the Methodist is relieved to hear that her Church Sunday were a Mr. son Louis in Huntsville, and Mrs. Spensor and family Alabama is recovering from from Fenton. They brought his recent serious illness. what was left of one of the Benjamin Raymond was balloons with the tag still born June 6, 1985 to Dr. and attached that was released Mrs. (Sheila) Harper of Easter Sunday. Their son Little Rock, Arkansas. found it soon after Easter on Benjamin weighed 6 lb. 11 oz. a trail. and has an older sister Mr. Fred Frith has been Lauryl. Proud grandparents discharged from Pennock are Mr. and Mrs. Elon Baker Hospital after nearly three of Vermontville and Mrs. weeks there including Raymond Harper of surgery. Baltimore, MD. Mrs. Ava Kroger and Mrs. Mrs. Iva Cramer who Frances Olson attended the makes her home with her lovely wedding of Miss son, Gary Reed, had a very Cheryl Moyer, daughter of pleasant surprise Memorial Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moyer Day seven great great and granddaughter of Mrs. grandchildren, four great Velma Whitmore of Eagle to grandsons and their wives, Mr. Brian Swenson, son of her daughter Shirley, son-in­ Mr. and Mrs. Carl Swenson law and daughter-in-law, of Jackson. The 4 p.m. making 19 in all. ceremony was held in the Mrs. Brian Benedict and pavilion at Grand Island Mrs. Harold Benedict went Park in Grand Ledge and the Coining Events: Tuesday, June 11 - Rev. Glenn Litchfield goes to annual Methodist Con­ ference at Albion for a week. On Saturday, June 15 10:30 a.m. Rev. Litchefield’s ordination service at Goodrich Chapel, Albion College. All are welcome to attend. Sunday, June 16 - Father’s Day. An open house will be held at the Methodist par­ sonage 2:30-5:30 p.m honoring the ordination of Glenn and his twin brother Carl from Ohio. Wednesday, June 19 Garden Club luncheon matinee of “Annie” at True Grist Supper Club in Homer. Call Martha Zemke for reservations. Monday, June 24 Woman’s Club “Skip Day” to Williamston. More details later. Have a Good Day! HAIRCUTS................. $goo Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO * « AND SET .................... "The Mirrors image u.M6 hiuou niiaae Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY reception, sit down meal and dance was at the Grand Recreaton Hall on M-43. Mr. Leta Nagle’s daughter Kate Bartholomew . of Mecosta called Sunday evening and told of the bad storm there early Sunday morning. It skipped the business district although there was a window blown out of their store .and large hail stones. They had power outage most all day Sunday so were without water etc. Vermontville had strong winds and some rain but Sunday was sunny and pleasant. Senior citizens will meet Thursday June 13, for a noon potluck and Bingo in the Griswold Room. Mrs. Polly Zemke has been moved to Barry County Medical Care Facility. Luncheon guests of Mrs. Kate Snider Thursday were Mrs. Helen Purchis and Mrs. Elizabeth Walsh of Lansing and Mrs. Hermina Southern. A large group of former residents, relatives and friends attended the 50th anniversary open house Sunday p.m., to greet Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hill and their family. Best wishes for many more years together. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Musser are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their daughter, Brenda Lynch and baby, from Texas, on June 19, for a two week visit. Friends are invited to drop in for a visit with them on Sunday June 23 in the afternoon or evening. To the Editor: Congratulations to the Maple Valley Senior Class of 1985. It certainly is an out­ standing one. What a pleasure it was to have the privilege of speaking to the graduates, families, faculty, friends and Board of Education at Com­ mencement. My own graduation was back in the very midst of the Great Depression. That was a time when our basic American values were tested to the extreme and survived. There have been a lot of years since that time in which to live and to learn. One gains much by this simple process of living and experience as the real worth of values and ideals continue to unfold and endure. I attempted to articulate some of these to the class of 1985. How well I may have succeeded only the VIDEO SHOWCASE Over 150 VHS Titles to Choose From Including ... Dune, All of Me, Karate Kid, Thief of Hearts, The Woman in Red, City Heat, etc..... $350 Debbie Wright Gearhart (standing second from left), a 1972 graduate of Maple Valley High, was instrumental in obtaining the Executive Declaration for Records Management Week. The photo was taken in the State Capitol ds Governor James J. Blanchard prepares to sign the declaration. Behind the governor are officers of the Associationof Records Managers and Administrators (from left) Robert Bassett, Debbie, Fred Heiner, Gail Banker, Betty Beloungea and Ruth Grandahi. (Photo supplied) Debbie (Wright) Gearhart, a 1972 graduate of Maple Valley High School, was instrumental in ob­ taining an Executive Declaration from Governor From our readers Many New Tapes Now in Stock All Tape Rentals Former citizen instrumental in Governor's declaration for Records Management Week Player Rentals $<*50 day - 24 hrs. — NO MEMBERSHIP FEE — Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 Open: Mon-Thurs. 8:30-8 pm, Fri. & Sot. 8:30-9 pm; Closed Sunday graduates themselves know. What was so important to me was the attention and the courtesy with which they received my remarks. They were quiet and respectful. They listened. There were no cynical expressions. The entire audience exemplified the same grace and attention that hte students did. I extend my congratulations not only to the graduates but to the faculty, parents, board of education and the people of the entire Maple Valley Community. Your young people are an excellent example of an outstanding school and a solid and progressive community. You are true to the heritage of your pioneering forbears and the values in life that they left as our legacy. As a part of a still great and wonderful nation we shall always en­ deavor to uphold and honor the tenets of our foundation. It will always be a part of treasured memory to have had a small part in the Maple Valley Commencement program June 2. James J. Blanchard to recognize persons who are involved in management and control of information. Debbie worked closely with the governor’s staff in promoting the importance of records and information management, and Blan­ chard proclaimed March 18­ 22 as Records Management Week. Debbie, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Wright of Vermontville Hwy., is a records analyst for the State of Michigan, Department of Management and Budget. She works with all state departments, the Legislature, the judicial system and the governor’s office in the control and efficient management of state government, paperwork and information systems. The oldest of six-children, Debbie received all of her elementary and secondary education from Maple Valley Schools. During her senior year in high school and following graduation, she worked for the Hastings Banner. Debbie and her husband, Gary, and their three children live in Mulliken. — Vermontville Village Office — Summer Hours: Effective Junie 3,1985 Monday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Tues. - Fri., 8 a.m. -12 p.m.; 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Transfer Station: 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. or until full. Sharon Stewart Village Clerk Edgar Fleetham To The Editor; There are those of us in the Village of Vermontville that have not been made aware of the contrtibutions the Syrup Association has made in past years and have relied on what we assumed to be responsible opinions from other residents. However, at the last village council meeting, Thursday, June 6, their generosity was made known in a letter read aloud. to Council. It is true then that the Maple Syrup Association has made improvements, does promote the Village of Conf, on page 8— Call Laurie or Nancy for that “Easy Care cut or Perm for the Summertime Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157S. Main Street, Vermontville 726-0330 o �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 7 Elementary schools weak in music, art and physical ed. Note: This is a series of Respondents were asked to weekly articles about the judge the quality of in­ responses of 355 people in the struction in-10 different Maple Valley School District subject areas. When asked (Nashville and Vermontville “from what you know and residents) to a variety of hear about the Maple Valley questions about the local schools, would you say public educational system. they’re doing a strong, The local citizens were adequeate or weak job in selected by systematic providing education in...(10 random sampling listed subject areas).” procedures and interviewed A majority of voters gave by telephone in March by the a rating from adequate to State Board of Education. strong to all of the subject The survey’s purpose is areas with the exception of aimed at improving the foreign languages, while the public’s confidence in majority of staff members education and to lay plans rated the curriculum from for future changes to better adequate to strong with the the curriculum and staff exception of foreign morale, according to languages, art, music and Michigan Department of physical education. The Education Consultant Kathy majority of students rated Feaster who developed the all of the subject areas questionnaire. adequate to strong. Thirty percent of parents weakness in foreign languages, while spelling, writing (compostition) and art also rate weak in the curriculum, parents feel. Staff members surveyed agreed by 76 percent that the Maple Valley curriculum is lacking in foreign language education. Other concerns of staff are physical education, art, music, writing, science, reading and spelling. Twenty-nine percent of the students also indicated a weakness in foreign language, as well as a noticeable lack in spelling and physical education. Concerning physical education, 39 percent of all voters feel it is adequate, while 100 percent of the elementary instructional staff feels the Maple Valley curriculum is weak in that area. In math, most respondents feel there is adequate education in that area. In music, 95 percent of the elementary instructional staff indicates a definate weakness. The elementary teachers feel their curriculum shows another definate weakness. Obituaries IS A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH 115 >11 in State Representative Kta Jil ti ti *J»il W•’s sdttaifiln y*J»il tin •’sstain “ “Mt! MiBtl! illdMltrj uiBla- ulfiBiliai- alfeiii. taaiiyaim taaiiyaim tagaaltaitliMliji' SM •wbL ty sM an ’nttile pisiinsitui uiiijst litBamgkf i '/Tfe Ddkittileij; fepgj Guj, ui Oh I fttehiift montvilleVillageOffedrfrtttolS: ojii.- 12 p.m. ft,Him. •Ilp.;l|*'lp Cfar 1st ond 3rd SalwM* 1.1p.m. orrfM W* Department of Tourism Proposed- Legislation has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that would create a 20th cabinet level department, the Michigan Department of Tourism. If approved, the new department would replace the Michigan Travel Bureau, currently an agency within the Department of Commerce. New Figures Show Populations Decline - The U.S. Census Bureau has completed its 1984 update of the 1980 census and has found that eight out of the state’s 10 largest metropolitan areas experienced population declines between 1980 and 1984. The Detroit-Ann Arbor region suffered the greatest loss: 3.7 percent, but is still rates as the nation’s sixth largest metropolitan area. House Unanimously Approves Rate Increase on “Writ­ ten” Loans - The Michigan House of Representatives unanimously approved an increase in the interest rate ceiling on written loans made by individuals who are not in the business of extending credit. The current ceiling for those types of loans, usually made between family members or friends is seven percent. The House-passed bill, H.B. 4462, which needs Senate approval and the governor’s signature, would increase that legal ceiling to 11 percent. Proposal Would Make Parental Kidnapping A Felony­ Legislation has been approved by the House Judiciary Committee, 11-0, that would make kidnapping by a parent within Michigan a felony. Under an existing two-year old law, the offense is now a misdemeanor. Several provisions of the proposed law exclude certain circumstances in defining parental kidnapping. For example, a non-custodial parent cannot be charged with the crime unless he or she fails to return a child after a 24-hour period. Proof that the child was taken to prevent physical or mental abuse could be used as a defense against the charge, and convicted parents .with no prior kidnapping record could be released on probation. Federal Survey Finds 34 Percent of State’s “Deficient” The U.S. Department of Transportation has completed a national bridge survey that indicates that 34 percent of Michigan’s bridges are “Deficient.” The report states that 2,861 bridges are “structurally deficient” and another 668 are “functionally obsolete.” “Deficient” and “functionally obsolete” do not mean “unsafe,” but give the state and the federal government information on which bridges need repairs first. Forrest A. Rinehart MASON Forrest A. Rinehart, 79, of 216 Lawton, Mason, a former principal at Maple Valley High School, died May 25. He was born Jan. 8,1906 in Scottville, Michigan. He served 18 years as a high school principal in several communities including Mason and Maple Valley, served as a band director in other communities including Saginaw and East Lansing. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees at MSU, played varsity baseball from 1926-28 and was named as one of the original Spartans by George Aiderton, was a life member of the MSU Varsity Club, member of the MSU Mar­ ching Band and a Director of the Swartz Creek Band. He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church of Okemos and directed church Lillian F. Donaldson NASHVILLE - Mrs. Lillian F. Donaldson, 90, of 8610 Cloverdale Rd., Nashville died Thursday, June 6, 1985 at Hastings Provincial House. Funeral services were held 1:30 p.m. Satur­ day, June 8 at the Wilcox Cemetery with Rev. Marvin Potter officiating. Mrs. Donaldson was bom on May 28, 1895 in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth (Bonadour) Ladd. She was raised in Hopkins and attended schools there. She married Thomas Donaldson on June 2, 1926. They resided in the Otsego, MI area most of their married life, coming to Nashville in 1965. She lived at her present address on Cloverdale Rd. for the past eight years, and was a member of Maple Grove Bible Church. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Harold (Joyce) Starring of Nash­ ville; one grandson; two great-grandchildren; a brother, Howard Ladd of Otsego. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas in 1977; a daughter Lillian in 1927; a son, Robert in 1949; three brothers, Frank, Oliver and William Ladd. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation. Arrangements were made by Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. » choirs in most of the com­ munities he lived and served including the Peoples Church, East Lansing and the First Presbyterian Church, Mason. He was a Past President of the Greater Lansing Rose Society and an accredited judge and consulting Rosarian of the American Rose Society. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn of Mason; two sons, John and daughter-in-law, Judy of Charlotte and Charlie of Mason; four grandchildren, Jeff and Janel Rinehart, Craig and David Brownell; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 28, at the United Presbyterian Church of Okemos, 2258 Bennett Rd. at Okemos Rd. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery. in the area art, with 95 percent agreeing. In four other subject areas, most respondents felt there was adequate education. Regarding whether or not the subjects taught at Maple Valley Public Schools ought to be changed to meet the needs of living in today’s world, a plurality of voters and two of three staff members (65 percent) and students (64 percent) feel the curriculum should be updated to meet today’s needs. When asked how they would change the curriculum, these suggestions were given: More computer courses, more emphasis on basic skills, updated and modernized classes, more vocational and technical classes for job preparation, better college preparation, more math courses, more science courses, and offer a wider variety of electives, etc: Staff members were asked if they feel there is continuity (coordination) in curriculum between the elementary and secondary levels. Staff members had mixed feelings, 44 percent saying there is continuity and 45 percent saying no. Some suggestions for improvement were to develop district-wide guidlines and policies, more communication between elementary schools and hire a curriculum coordinator. All respondents were asked how good a job does the Maple Valley schools do of preparing students for the world of work. The majority of all persons interviewed gave the schools a fair to good rating in this respect. In preparing the students for college, a majority of all respondents gave the schools a fair to good rating, although, as in the prior question, one of five (19 percent) voters give the schools a poor rating. Thirtytwo percent of staff and 24­ percent of students gave college preparation at Maple Valley a poor rating. Three of five voters, (61 percent) and staff (63 per­ cent), and four of five students, (80 percent) feel a college education is very important today, while nearly all the rest feel it is somewhat important. GAREY’S VARIETY IN THE CENTER VERMONTVILLE The Store that Offers More ! 54" Flannel Back Tablecloth *329 Yd. Unusual gifts and items for the home, bride, grad. Dad or that special some­ one. Toys too ! Come in and Look Around I �The Maple Volley New*. Nothville, Tuesday. June 11. 1985 — Page 8 Nashville annual 'Garage Sale' set for Saturday By Shelly Sulser This Saturday the town of Nashville will be filled with bargain hunters making the rounds of some of the 32 sales scheduled to take place during the local chamber of commerce’s third annual community garage sale. Residents of the com­ munity can participate by setting up sales at their homes, with free advanced To the Editor continued from poge 6 Vermontville and Maple Syrup porducts, and does provide a weekend of en­ tertainment and commerce throughout the year. It is sad however, that so many citizens in our Village are unaware of the Association's fine efforts to encourage trade. Because I have been enlightened and have altered my previous opinion. I encourage those individuals who shared my feelings, to rethink and consider the facts and join in a cooperative effort in supporting this vital organization and its promotions. I Stand Corrected, Sincerely, Lana Oster Council Member advertisement provided by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. Chairman of the event Judy Quantrell said the sales are beneficial to the village as well as to the individuals holding them. “They help to create business in town,” Quantrell said. She also noted that in the past, the sales have been very successful with the residents saying they were very happy with the turnout. Sales will begin early Saturday morning and last all day, depending on the seller. Eaton 4-Her's can join in Michigan Trail Ride Eaton County horseback riding enthusiasts can enjoy scenic trails great food and fellowship on the State 4-H Trail Ride, June 28-30 near Grayling. “Participants will have the opportunity to become acquainted with 4-H people from across the state and learn how to conduct club trail rides,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. Trail difficulty and riding time will be varied to ac­ commodate various ex­ perience, conditioning and interest levels. Some trails require crossing a river. A new, leisurely scenic ride has been designed this year for people who want to stop and take pictures. Trail MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE bosses will accompany each ride. Camp will be set up at Goose Creek Trail Camp on the Michigan Riding-Hiking Trail, 14 miles northwest of Grayling. When participants aren’t riding their horses, they can take part in games, swim­ ming, fishing and campfire activities. Reservations are due June 15. The registration fee is $20 per persons 11 years old and over and $10 for children 10 years old and under. For those who wish to join the ride but provide their own meals, the fee is $5 per person. 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COA menu and events announced Low-cost meals for per­ sons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wed­ nesday, and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, crafts, game and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is Vermontville 4-H’er receives MSU 4-H scholarships Audrey Dumont of Ver­ montville and Karen Service of Lansing, each received one of nine four-year MSU 4­ H scholarships, worth ap­ proximately $500 a year. The winners will attend Michigan State University in the fall. Dumont plans to major in music, while Service plans to be a PreVeterinary major. “The quality of 4-H members who applied was excellent, not only in 4-H activities. but also academically,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. “Selections were difficult to make.” Selection was based on academic achievement, academic ability, 4-H par­ ticipation and leadership, and affirmative action. A 4-H Scholarship Committee made up of admissions and scholarships officials and state 4-H youth program staff members made the final selections. a IO.N.-ADS FOR SALE: Chrome spoke rims, 15x7, new, $36 each. Petersen’s Rapid Oil and Tire. 852-1948. HAY FOR SALE: also % Simmental calf. Call 852­ 1784. Nashville. (7-2). ANTIQUE MARKET: (The Peoples Choice) Ionia Fairgrounds (on M-66), Sun., June 16, rain-shine, 8-5 p.m.; 200 inside-outside sellers. Entry $1 free parking! 517­ 485-4409. GARAGE SALE: 266 W. Casgrove St. back part of Fuller Heights, Nashville, June 12-13. June 17 - Ham patty, sweet affordable. Please join us for the potato mash, cauliflower, following meals and peach slices - Hastings and Delton, Craft classes -­ programs. June 12 - Salisbury Steak, Hastings The Miller Family mashed potatoes with gravy, - Woodland, Lansing Gilbert, beets, dinner roll, fresh fruit slides. Macaroni and - Hastings, Sing along with June 18 Fern - Delton, blood cheese, spinach, three bean salad, rye bread, fresh fruit pressure clinic. June 13 - Chicken Divan, - Hastings Humanities class oven-browned potatoes, - Nashville, The Miller pineapple tidbits - Hastings Family. Margarine and milk are and Nashville, Bingo -­ Delton, Unique Washtub included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Band. June 14 Breaded fish, Menu is subject to change cream-style corn, stewed without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, tomatoes, rye bread, purple plums — Woodland, The Barry County Transit is standing by! Miller Family. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, June 12 - Mackinac 4-H Fun Day. Wednesday, June 12 - Colorado Exchange Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds Thursday, June 13-7:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 4-H Beef and Dairy Cattle Hoof Trimming, Red Barn, Fairgrounds. Thursday, June 13 - 9:30 a.m. 4-H Regional Animal Fitting and Showing Clinic, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Thursday, June 13 - 7:30 p.m., 4-H County Teen Club meeting, auditorium, 4-H Building, fairgrounds. Friday, June 14-9 a.m., Dairy Poster Contest judging, Felpausch Food Center, 226 S. Bostwick, Charlotte. Monday, June 17-20 - College Week, MSU Monday, June 17-7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. Fairboard Meeting, Fair Office, Charlotte. Monday, June 17 - 7 p.m. Small Animal Assoc. Metting, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds. June 19 - 21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU June 25-July 3 - 4-H Exchange Trip to Morgan County, Colorado Tuesday, June 25 - 6:30 p.m. Dog Fair Rehearsal, Cattle Show Ring, Fairgrounds. Wednesday, June 26-7:30 p.m. 4-H Beef Judging Clinic, Jim Greenman’s, 5466 Marshall Rd., Olivet. June 28-30 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Goose Creek Camp, Grayling Monday, July 1-8 p.m. 4-H Council Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 9 Maple Valley announces "top senior athletes Heather Brown Duska Morawski Sports Due to a particularly outstanding athletic senior class, three boys along with one girl share Maple Valley’s Most Outstanding Athlete Award for the 1984-85 season. The awards are presented by the Maple Valley athletic department. The three boys are Greg Lenz, Jeff Hamilton and Gary Reid while Duska Morawski was named the outstanding girl. In addition, Heather Brown and Ryan Trowbridge received the school’s Sportsmanship awards. Lenz, who will attend either Olivet or Ferris State College, was a three-time allSMAA golfer and SMAA meet golf medalist twice. He was co-runnerup in the 1984 state finals and a three-time Lion golf team medalist. Four Lions named to 1985 All-SMAA team League champion Pennfield and runnerup Maple Valley dominated the 1985 SMAA squad. The Panthers and the Lions walked away with 9 of the 18 positions. Four Maple Valley seniors, Greg Lenz, Chug Maurer, Ryan Trowbridge, and Mark Valdick, were named to the first team while Kurt Hartenburg and Scott Joostberns were named honorable mention. Ken Trumble was named special mention. Rounding out the select team were Paul Mitchell, Steve Grimes, Rob VanderWall, Bret Dittmer, and Mark Newton of Pennfield; Mark Smoker, Dennis Sikorski, and Scott Car­ penter of Bronson; Joe Ooten and Doug Hamilton of Springfield; Neil Ott and Keith Prather of Olivet; and Tim Critchlow and Rob Meyers of Bellevue. <MAPLE VALLEY'S Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR' NICE HOME IN NASHVILLE. 2 story, 4 bedrooms, beautiful oak woodwork, open stairway (oak), 3 bay windows, fenced backyard. Must see inside. Asking $32,000. (N109) bedroom, 2 story home, rea­ sonable utility bills, nice comer lot with large shade trees, 1 '/» car garage, walk to town. Pric­ ed to sell at $24,000. (N-106) NEW LISTING: MOBILE HOME ON 2% ACRES with ap­ pliances and furniture, plus 24x36 Morton pole barn. Pretty setting with many nice trees on corner lot, blacktop road and natural gas. Price *30,000. Possible contract terms. (CH-121) COUNTRY HOME ON 10 PLUS ACRES - $25,000! Lo­ cated south of Vermontville on blacktop road, natural gas, beautiful scenic view. House needs work. Remodel to your own tastes. Lots of possibilities. Contract terms with 25% down. (CH-111) VACANT LAND PARCELS all with natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view, contract terms offered with 25% down payment. Will be surveyed and perked. -5.9 acres.................. $10,000 3 acres............ .......$8,000 4.6 acres.................. $9,000 10 plus acres . .....$10,000 — FARM LISTINGS — (VLn2’”5) NEAR HASTINGS 28 ACRES. Nice house, 10 acres wood­ ed, 13 tillable, good barn, natural gas, blacktop road.(F-116) 155 ACRE “SHOWPLACE FARM” 100 acres tillable, 20 wooded, nice well kept home and set of bldgs., possible con­ tract terms, frontage on 2 roads....................................... (F-117) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan A Jeff Hamilton Gary Reid In baseball, Lenz was an honorable mention all-state selection and a three-time all-SMAA performer. Lenz was also a two-time all­ county selection. In basketball, Lenz let­ tered both his junior and senior years. Hamilton, who will attend Olivet College in the fall to play basketball and golf, was named to the SMAA golf team three times. In basketball, Hamilton set 9 school records and is the school’s all time leading scorer. Hamilton was named honorable mention on three all-state basketball teams in his career and is a two-time all-SMAA and all-Barry County basketball player. Gary Reid, who will attend Ferris State, was named to the Detroit News honorable mention all-state team last fall. Reid was also named to the SMAA and Barry County teams. In basketball, Reid was named to the SMAA and Barry County teams as a senior. In track, Reid was a four­ time all-conference per­ former and holds the school record in the 330 low hurdles. Morawski, who will attend Kellogg Community College, was both an all-SMAA basketball and softball player this year. year.' In volleyball, Morawski was named honorable mention Maplewood honor roll for sixth marking period Fourth Grade B Average - Lentz Becraft, Kyle Booher, Matt Bowen, Steve Hopkins, Donald Kerby, Susan Simpson, Aaron Smith, Bryan Car­ penter, Lori Carpenter, Jason Epler, Lori Keedy, Kevin Wadkins. Fifth Grade All A’s - Mickey Collier, Matt Gates, Jeremy Samp­ son, Leigh Stine, Chris Musser, Tricia Gibson. B Average - Luke Kinyon, Jeff Knoll, Dayton Walker, Jason Carpenter, Kelly Endsley, Brice Hasselback, Vicky Koch, Dianna Mahoney, Jeremy Reynolds, Dawn Root, Vikki Slocum, Darrel Stine, Jacob Williams, Michelle Baker, Dawn Brand, Shelly Cobb, Rebecca Jensen, David Lingholm, Jami Mishler, Matt Nehmer, Kirk Warner, Aaron Patrick. Sixth Grade All A’s - Debra Joostberns, Dawn Othmer, Jennifer Swartz, Niel Williams, Tina Abbott, Tina Yost B Average - Derek Brown, Scott Casteele, Dana Cole Anna Lisa Goodrich, Debbie Hallock, Kirk MacKenzie, Angela Shook, Darlene Slayton, Andy True, Dana Adkins, Mike Gusey, Steve Hallock, Matt Heinze, Jason Hoefler, Tracy Kill, Helena Lehman, Nathan Lindsey, Mike Martin, Jeff Moore, Kayli Orman,Polly Sayles, Sarah Simpson, Tara Smith, Robin Aiken, Tressa Carter, Dan Franks, Scott Garvie, Brent Haag, Jeff Laverty, Tonia Murine, Jody Olm­ stead, Terry Platte, Amy Rasey, B.J. Reynolds, An­ drea Ward, Nikki Wood, Randi Wright. Best speller named in fourth grade Mrs. Hansen and Mr. Hustwick’s fourth grade rooms held a Spelldown, Monday, June 3. The winners were: first, Julie Fisher; second, Tony Hansen; third, Barbara Claypool; fourth, Dean Beardslee; and fifth, Renee Rosin. Greg Lenz Ryan Trowbridge all-league. Maple Valley won SMAA She was also named to the football,, basketball, second team all-Barry baseball, and golf titles in County basketball team and 1984 while the wrestling was Maple Valley’s MVP in team shared a cobasketball, volleyball and championship in 1985. Maple softball. b. Valley also won its first ever The senior class at Maple track championship this Valley has contributed spring. largely to Lion team’s The baseball team won tremendous success the last back-to-back district titles in two years when boys teams 1984 and 1985 while the Lion have won SMAA cham- basketball team also won a pionships in every sport district championship last except cross country. winter. STRAWBERRIES • Pick You Own • Monday thru Saturday 8 a.m. to Noon $ 11 Roy Hall 2150 Hammond Rd., Hastings 616/945-2189 SUNDAY JUNE16 For a special Dad On Sunday, June 16, let Dad know what a terrific guy he is with a Hallmark card. We’ve got funny cards, cards with verses, cards that pop-up and even cards that play music. Whatever your Father Fat ’s Day wish, you’ll find a special wav to sav it...only from Hallmark. <400 OFF" On Color Negative Roll Processing Mace Pharmacy ■ I L Bring this coupon to your participating McJON PHOTO CENTER, and get $1.00 OFF on your next ROLL OF COLOR NEGATIVE FILM PROCESSED. ■ One coupon per order. C-41 process only. Good on sizes 110, 126, 135mm and ■ DISC. Tape coupon to envelope. Offer expires 6-18-85. _____ t°_Center_ HmEW HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.tn. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville_________PH. 852-0845 | �Th* Maple Valley Newt, Nathalie Tuesday. June 11. 1985 — Page 10 Control silage quality thru cutting, storage Agent. “Most of these quality changes can be controlled by the farmer.” Cutting such forages as alfalfa, clover and trefoil when they are in the first bud stage is the first step to ensuring high quality silage, Betz, says. Studies show haylage should be cut % inch Producing high quality silage depends on quickly getting it out of the field and into the silo. “There is probably no other feed crop that is as susceptible to undesirable nutrient changes as haylage," says Roger Bets, Extension Agricultural Serving Our Country Bobby R. Napier Jr. Army National Guard Private Bobby R. Napier Jr., son of Bobby R. and Verna R. Napier of 5007 Assyria Road, Nashville has com­ pleted the basic field ar­ tillery cannoneer course under the one station unit training (OSUT) program at Fort Sill, Okla. During the course, students were taught the duties of a howitzer or gun section crewman. They also received instruction in communications, maintenance and the handling of ammunition and explosives. OSUT is a program that combines basic training with advanced individual training. Daniel C. Sprague Army Pvt. Daniel C. Sprague, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Sprague of Nash­ ville, has arrived for duty in Wuerzburg, West Germany. Sprague, an anti-armor weapons crew member with the 3rd Infantry Division, was previously assigned at Fort Knox, Ky. His wife, Becky, is the daughter of Loyd Campbell of 2296 McKinley Road and Patricia Campbell of 6309 Yorkshire N., both of Flint. ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) For those entering the 7th and 8th grades. MONDAY thru FRIDAY June 17-21, 1985 1:OO to 3:00 RM. Maple Valley High School COST ... *16.00 Maple Valley Community Education call ... 852-9275 long. More finely chopped feeds have resulted in animal health problems, such as displaced abomasum. After cutting, forage needs to be dried to a 60 to 65 percent moisture content before being stored in most types of facilities. Sealed, oxygen-limiting silos require a lower storage moisture content, but bunker silos can hold silage with a 65 to 70 percent moisture level. Maintain feed quality by filling silos rapidly, Betz says. Rapid filling forces air out of the silage, reducing the potential for heat damage. Air in silage can lead to a chemical reaction that produces heat damage and mold. Once the silo is filled, place a few feet of wetter, heavier silage on top to compress silage in the lower part of the silo, Betz explains. The moisture content of the top silage should not exceed 70 percent. Air leading into silos from Eaton County 4-Her's eligible to raise foals Eaton County 4-H horse project members are eligible to receive Standarbred foals to raise from September, 1985 to August, 1986 as part of the Michigan 4-H Standardbred Horse Production project. “The purpose of the project is to help young people become award of the racing industry and how it contributes to Michigan’s economy,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. “Youths learn the economics of raising a — POLE BUILDINGS — 24x24x8’ 24x32x8’ 32x40x10’ *2066 *2293 *3658 • Posts 8’ O.C. • Trusses 4' O.C. • 1-2x12 Treated Skirt Boarch • 2x4 Nailers 24" O.C. • Strong Panel II Roof & Sides • Pre-Hung Steel Service Door’ • Frantz O.H. Doors • |Full Trim Packages • All Nails & Hardware. Many other sizes available or let us tailor one to meet your needs. Qualified Builders Available. Strong Panel II HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD STEEL *44lo s Call and Compare...852-O882 8’... *9W 10’... *11” 12’... *14“ 14’...* 16** 16’... »18M In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks White Red & Brown In Stock DELIVERINC-PLANMING-ESTIMATINC-SAVIMG doors and other cracks in the structure causes silage heat damage. Keeping doors in good repair and resurfacing older concrete silos will reduce air leakage. Be sure to close filling doors in oxygen-limiting silos after each day’s use, Betz cautions. Silage should always be covered with plastic to prevent air from infiltrating the material. Keeping moisure content at optimum levels is another key to maintaining good haylage, so monitor moisture regularly. Forced-air moisture testers have proven to be the most effective for silate. This tester uses a fan and electric heater to blow air through a forage sample to measure moistue levels. Many of the newer electronic testers work well on grains but are not accurate with silage. Forced-air moisture testers can be used to check the accuracy of an electronic tester, Betz adds. Quanities under 5 sq. Slightly Higher 399 $2 Rebate $2 Rebate per gallon from Cuprinol® Wood Preservative. Limit 2 gallons per family, per address OFFER VALID FOR PURCHASE BETWEEN MAY 18 AND JULY 7, 1985 ONLY. 5?,11V,N,P„R,EC!UESTS MVST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER ffisE1g.pos™ARKED sg. AFTER ™,s marketable horse and also develop responsibility.” The Michigan Standardbred Breeders’ Association will donate 15-20 foals for 4-H members to raise and sell at the Michigan Harness Hor­ seman’s Association sale in August, 1986. Workshops on the racing industry, Standardbred care and breeding farms will be provided by the Michigan Horseman’s Association and the Cooperative Extension Service. Applicants must have parental permission, their 4­ H leaders’ and 4-H youth agents’ recommendation, and adequate stabling, feeding and grazing facilities. Candidates must be at least, 15 years old and have some horse experience. The Michigan 4-H Standardbred Horse Production project is sponsored by the Michigan 4-H Youth Program, the Michigan Harness Horseman’s Association and the Michigan Standardbred Breeders’ Association. Applications are due by June 25 and may be obtained from the Eaton County Cooperative Service office, phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. Wilsons to celebrate 50th In honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of Morris and Margaret Wilson, their son and family request the pleasure of your presence at an open house on Sun­ day, June 23, from 2-5 p.m., at the Congregational Church in Vermontville. No gifts, please. Morris Wilson and Margaret Thompson were married at the bride's home on June 15, 1935. They now reside in Mission, Texas. (6-18) BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 11 - Commissioner’s Day, Michigan State University, East Lansing. June 11 - Washington, D.C. orientation meeting, 7:30 p.m., Charlotte. June 12 - 4-H Fitting and Showing Clinic, 9:30 a.m., Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan. $1 registration fee and bring a sack lunch. June 13 - 4-H Fitting and Showing Clinic, 9:30 a.m., Eaton County Fairgrounds, Charlotte. $1 registration fee and bring a sack lunch. June 13 - Fair Improvement Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office, Fairgrounds, Hastings. June 13 - Fair registrations taken at Community Building, 4 to 7 p.m. June 15 - Trail Dusters 4-H Horse Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 16 - Lucky Star 4-H Horse Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 17 - 4-H Rabbit Quiz Bowl, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. June 17-20 - College Week at MSU. Call the Extension office for a registration form. June 19-21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU, East Lansing. June 22 - 4-H Horse Show (Point), 8:30 a.m., fairgrounds, Hastings. June 22-29 - 4-H Washington, D.C. Focus Trip. June 23 - Horseshow Knights 4-H Horse Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 27 - 4-H Rabbit Carrying Cage Workshop, 10 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. June 28-30 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. June 29 - 4-H Spring Dairy Goat Show, 10 a.m., green building on fairgrounds, Hastings. •New Construction*Service«Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work 4-H youth camp August 7-10 4-H’ers and non-4-H’ers alike who are between 9 and 12 years old (at the time of camp) will want to consider going to the 4-H Kettunen Center, State 4-H Leadership Training Center, Tustin, MI (near Cadillac). Camp will run Wednesday thru Saturday Aug. 7-10. Activities planned include nature programs, games, arts and crafts, swimming, canoeing, and fishing. Cost is $40 per participant (this covers room, board, tran­ sportation, and all program costs). For information and ap­ plication contact the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996' Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville ■ all ofEaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumns) - GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 11 Lake Odessa Fair set for July 3-7 Maple Valley Regular Board Meeting WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 1985 • 7:00 P.M. By Shelly Sulser The 51st Annual Lake Odessa Fair is set to begin Wednesday, July 3 and last through Sunday, July 7 with several events higlighting this years fair. A special feature of the fair this year is a first time event, the President’s Day tour, honoring the 1985 Michigan Fairs and Ex­ positions President Fred Morris of Lake Odessa. The tour will be Friday, July 5 at 2 p.m. at the fairgrounds where the Chief of Police Glenn Desgranges, City Council President Steve Secor, Fire Chief Gordon Eldridge and Representative Robert Bender will be present. The fair management personnel will also be at the special program to be held under a large tent on the fairgrounds. Morris says the most popular event of the fair, the demolition derby will again highlight the grandstand events as it has since the fair began. Other gra ndstand programs include harness racing, three wheeler races, figure eight demo derby and a lightweight horse pull. The annual fireworks display will take off in The grandstand area Thursday night, July 4 and again on Sunday night, July 7, when the display will conclude the 1. Approval of an appropriations resolution cover­ ing budgets for the 1985-86 school year. General Fund, Debt Retirement Fund, Athletic Fund, Bookstore Account, and Hot Lunch Account. 2. Action related to a request from teacher aide Charlene Garvey for a child care leave of absence for the 1985-86 school year. 3. Approval of membership in the Michigan High School Athletic Association, Inc. for the 1985-86 school year. 4. Approval of fall coaching recommendations sub­ mitted by athletic director Larry Lenz. Junior Var­ sity Girls Basketball, Carol Kraai; Eighth Grade Girls Basketball, Kristine James; Cheerleading - Varsity Football, Karol Thompson. 5. Set a date for the organizational meeting of the Board of Education which must be held not later than the second Monday in July. 6. Approval of a contractual agreement with secretary-bookkeeper Pat Kivela. 7. General discussion related to Michigan Dyslex­ ia Institute, Inc. and consideration for develping a program in the Maple Valley Schools. 8. Action related to a request from the Eaton Coun­ ty Road Commission regarding approval of a resolution which the county could include in their attempt to obtain additional federal funds for replacement of the bridge on Nashville Highway over Shanty Brook Creek. 9. General discussion MESSA insurance program with consideration for program costs through Equitable as underwriter compared with Blue Cross. 10. Second reading on athletic policy which would set the admission ticket price at $2.00 across the board. Also, a 2.0 grade point average at the end of each six weeks marking period in order for a student to be eligible to participate in athletic contests. A 2.0 average is actually a C average. Participation in athletic events on snow days will remain the same as present. 11 . Policy committee report regarding consideration of a proposed cheating policy, attendance policy, and Youth for Understanding Program. Board members and telephone numbers: David Hawkins...................... 852-0749 Dale Ossenheimer, Jr........................ ,.. .852-1674 Ronald Tobias.............................................. 852-9476 Wayne Cogswell.............................. ■....... 852-9745 Irma Gene Baker........................................ 726-0050 Paula Cole................................................. 7.543-5669 LeRoy Sleeper.............................................. 726-0297 The Lake Odessa Fair is scheduled for July 3-7, with one of the many grandstand events including the popular harness races. fair. July 4, the annual fair parade will line up on the corner of Fourth Avenue on M-50 by the park by 9:30 An American Tradi BORDEN a.m., with cash prizes of up to $25 given for the best entries. The five categories include ameteur floats, miniature children’s floats, bicycles, individuals (clowns, animal costumes, etc.) and commercial floats. Following the parade judging, a plaque will be presented to the 16th Fair Grand Marshal Ernest Cusack of Lake Odessa. Leisure Time Amusements of Ionia will have charge of the midway, which opens at 1 p.m. July 3. Other events of the fair include a youth tractor driving contest, a goat show, bike races, dairy judging, • dog show, horse show, livestock judging, youth clown contest, an ox roast and children’s games. A ladies’ day program is planned for July 7 when Miss Michigan will be the honored guest. CARD OF THANKS The family of Esther Satterles wish to thank the many friends, neighbors, and relatives for the beautiful flowers, food, calls, memorials, cards and especially the prayers during the illness and passing of our mother, grandmother and great­ mother. Special thanks to the ladies of the Vermontville Congregational Church for the lovely luncheon, to Rev. Wm. Trump for his won­ derful service and to the pallbearers. May God bless each of you. Lynn & Lucile Satterlee Genevieve Barber Dorothy Brotherton Grandchildren and Great grandchildren Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! ^WND^OTWIW of PETERSEN’S Strawberries, one of the best-loved treats of the season, are so versatile. Eat them out of hand, sprinkle on cereal or try them in an elegant, irresistible dessert such as Strawberry Tunnel Cream Cake. To make this impressive dessert, just cut a tunnel in an angel food cake and fill with a mixture of strawberries, sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese and,whipped topping. Frost with whipped topping and chill or freeze. Garnish with bright red, fragrant berries. STRAWBERRY TUNNEL CREAM CAKE (Makes one 10-inch cake) 1teaspoon almond extract (10-inch) prepared round 2 to 4 drops red food angel food cake coloring, optional 2 (3-ounce) packages cream cup chopped fresh straw­ cheese, softened berries 1(14-ounce) can Eagle® 1(12-ounce) containerBrand Sweetened Con­ frozen non-dairy whipped densed Milk (NOT topping, thawed (5*/i cups) evaporated milk) Additional fresh straw­ cup ReaLemon® Lemon berries, optional Juice from Concentrate Invert cake onto serving plate. Cut ’a-inch slice crosswise from fop of cake; set aside. With sharp knife, cut around cake 1 inch from center hole and 1 inch from outer edge, leaving cake walls 1-inch thick. Remove cake from center, leaving 1inch thick base on bottom of cake. Reserve cake pieces. In large mixer bowl, beat cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Stir in ReaLemon, extract and food coloring if desired. Stir in reserved torn cake pieces and chopped strawberries. Fold in I cup whipped topping. Fill cavity of cake with strawberry mixture; replace top slice of cake. Frost with remaining whipped topping. Chill 3 hours or freeze 4 hours. Garnish with strawberries if desired. Return leftovers to refrig­ erator or freezer. RAPID OIL & TIRE 204 South Main in Nashville Opening Tire Special Steel-Belted Blackwall All Season RADIALS P195-75R14 185-80R13 195 75R14 205-75R14 215-75R14 ..... $405° $4195 ’4495 $475° *3buu 205-75R15 ’4650 215-75R15..... $475° 225-75R15 235-75R15 $4850 *5050 ALSO AVAILABLE: • Goodyear Tires • ATV Tires and Wheels • Cragar, ET and Keystone Wheels KIRT PETERSEN, OWNER (Formerly of Tires ’N Such) RAPID OIL & TIRE 204 South Main, Nashville, Michigan CALL . . 852-1948 OPEN Monday thru Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...for OIL & TIRES VIDEO SHOWCASE HOURS: Monday thru Thursday 8:30-8 p.m.; Friday & Saturday 8:30-9 p.m.; Closed Sun. �Thi* wtotet m Longing from Rep Ernest Nobh Bill would require utilities to set up subsidiaries for heating service P«*« sniw *1 uduf* to aujraaoe the e limit on ssrMton T to U percent ed by State it rve Tato Power w Crtvl. the tall gnori ng pre judv hat MACH I m< mepoh age* no Swaar duMry We've got to emmr» rwnowutHMi m the usdwrtry and t hr onto mute to thn ■aM is to chang* the ettobng tows gwvfwrung the utsBtses l.aaa and affiliated aaoanattans have formed thr M wingwi < oahtMsa Agaisuii Ualeft aoppsrto Rto toghdaUoo These contractor* dost •ant tap** uUMty etonpaatoa Ttt> haato The proktoun bngaa tn fall 1*1 »hi» MMW*M hngan a pM pngywtot ter aorvirtag home healing After the program was reviewed. MKWYlN dartaed to otter R to • rwgular same* to all rt* itaOemer* (feat the prar ttor batoM. contractor* had a ( it mg alar rrung increase* w racism and vandalism a nannbor of the M whig an House ha* introduced ethnic intimidation a fetamy Under MB <714 < introduced by Mate Representative David Hwnigmsn RtaetaftoM i. a person who commita a <t ime motivated tn whole or in part, by rwoseo of rare color, religion or national origin eotdd be punwtwd by up to Id year* impnaaauMaM ar a fine of «P Tips to protect yourself from drinking drivers, announced A wrw pamptatot Mew to retort Yewrestf frem tobtoeg Ckrtauw* ’• ta pad aft N*r4wrd Austm anaowmwd today The pamphlet available in all terr atari <i ttilr hraniti off Mon. tell* how to fwtopenr drivers who may encountered cm highway* and •hot can be done to avoid t hem A uat m aatd that a total of 1.121 highway death* or corrsd to Michigan to t w aad i .Mt to ian* Alcohol waa taaatowd to move than half to hath year* a puw* and prn ate agencir* law enforcement and safety organise! fen a alcohol involved highway death* have mrr euaod hr said The pamphlet t» designed to help driver* become aware of the problem* of drinking and driving haw to roosgniae a driver who ha* been drinking and hew to protect youraal Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy ry cm I mg on toons made ndi vidual* who tn not m busmens of estmding often** Thrusw with ttauw two Mf e. but related t»aur* must prohibit pMgdr tram ven da I in ng defacing ar damaging place* «f worship <i-meter ir», schools or < rwnmumt* cwwton And wv of ethroc int im idat ion and increase the penalty far assault harassment and other rnmr* when an in di vidua I to harmed because of their race roior or Thr tall • ould also alien* individual* who suffer physic a) injury or propwt y damage to brtog a civil ata t and sard dam age* E ver vnnr ha* thr right to Irw tprerh but that right ewda whan it inf Iw t» di rect damage to another in dividual or a person s property. <>ur tow* need to rHied th* principle and I hope Michigan join* the other Mate* that already have law* dealing with racism Mill WooM Rigiit hern in Michigan House af Representative* that wetdd grant prosecutors thr right to appeal Imirnt sentence* tn di*tr irt and circuit court* Under current laws, prosecutor* cannot appeal a ridiculously lenient sen fence H H «flOf> which I recently introduced would addreu* t hi* issue and could also save the state time and money Frequently, such aw to the Vincent (bin cane, where the defendant originally received probationary sentence* prosecutors are blocked from pursuing appeal* m the cotrt* where the lighter sentence* are handed down The tall give* the prouecutor the r ight to an appeal directly to the neat higher court The tail would also allo* prooeewtara to appeal trial court ruling* which weaken the people » caae or ntolify a jury verdict of guilty The proaecutor » right to appeal to a major objective of prosecuting attorney** in that state and to a major goal of the Wayne < ounty Prosecuting Attorney a legmiattve program The role of a prosecutor to to represent the people of the state of Michigan at a plaintiff and the will of the people to often jeopardtoea by judge* who hand down lenient sentence* Thto state to run by the people but too often our ewwrta are not I think tt to litre that the< irewt courts in Michigan a* well a* the Michgan Court af Appeal* should be challenged by prooar id tag attomry* when lenient sentence* are delivered The Mw-higan Limit House are damns of eaempttans to the tow ouch ss real estate leant -but and bu*me*» average generally the person bos boon tomited to mak i ng loan* at 7 percent I think that to unreal ad trolly tow given today % market internal rate* and rt’s time The II promt usury rate ha* w orbed well as a limit lor land cont rarts and othw types af real rotate loans That s why it makes sense to raise thr rate individusl* can dkarge when they make a loan to their family members or to frtands to II percent Keeping interest rate* artificially low )i*i means that many peaplr won t be able to buy a car or finomw a tnp by borrowing money from a fnehd parent «» reiat iw I supported this tall in the House and hope it passe* in thr Smate w herr it ha* liren sent for further con widerat ion jeopardising the public health saf Hy and welfare in other m<»T critical area* The Department of I .teeming and Regulation supports the propooed moratorium Thr regulat tan Of certain groups such as wat chmaker* and massage parlor operators ahoidd be flat-out aAmhahed In other cane* regulation jost iw t working very well This moratorium w ill give us time to review all the professions and groups presently bcenaed and decide whether the regulation really protect* consumers or whether R actually limits compelition and protects thr regulated This t* the kind of evaluation activity the IxRisiaturr has ignored I nr tee long, and it shout d he the responsibility Of thr new House Overnight Committer and the otondlng committers toner that it is dnnr Thto tad to an incentive to make lawnmakrrs evaluate the licensing enacted Double Dutv Salad T« Appeol t<eutasrt Lopstottan has locrease Rate 1 ha* been a Holland!, placet a tern porary monMorto* oa new occigmtionol Itcemnre and require* the evaluation of proeetol bcmsing acta every M year* by a proponed jrwnt ev alua t ran commit tar Rih* to regulate everybody from auctioneer* to travel agent* are iHtrodured each session • ithout much thought given to whether or awl consumers sc tual ly need thr protect ion Hut I we want to hr ef I active m guarding again*! unscrupulou* and in competent doctor* realtor* tmi Ider* and other*, we have to rnallor that regulation ■an t a f nvoiou* activity The department simply dmwnt have the personnel to regulate new licensed Hurras Will have t nder legistaUae Worker* The state Compensation Hureau will save thmeand* of dollar* in adm trust rat tvr coat* under legislation which recently passed thr Michigan House Tito lull (HR 424k spon sored by State Represen tat tve Hand Honigman <R West Bloomfield). would require the state to send the annual workers' com pen*ation assessment by first class mail, rather than the more esponalve and cumbersome registered mail Carrier* and seif insured employers who are delinquent tn making their annual payment wotdd be notified by certified mail under the togtatotion We can make Michihan a better place to do buaineas and the hest way to star t the process to to reform the inefficient worker*' com­ pensation »y*!em There are doaens of ways to cut cost* in state govern­ ment and it's time to enact them Considering the thousand* of not Kes sent out each year by the state thi* legislation, if passed would rewuft in atiystontiai savin** Kill WwnW FatiMkh Mofilonum The Department of l.icenstng and Regualhon which presently regulate* some 40 profeoorana, would be prohibited from ad ministering any new I Mens i ng program* for two year* under legislation introduced recently mHthe Michigan House The bill <HB 4802 *pon *ored by State Reprewew tatrve Paul Hillegond* R u 94——50--9-554 ter ACTION of 14n Want-Ads Thl* salad dor* Omihli duti hnatiar It’* prrfwtlv beautiful arranged on * bed of criap green* — or equally wunderfill brown haggr d far lunch hi th* park IHH Hl .f. DUTY AALAD I rap mttsgr < hersr Thick *N Creamy Dreaatag U cup rslsln* I cup halved *1r*wherrlr* f »s*h ground < Innamon (jrfnrt allck* ( Hap salad green* I small I loir Ran ana* period fhrrry lomaloe* or grape cluster* Combine cottage < horse raisin* and cinnamon Mound in <'enter of 2 aalad plate* Imed with criap salad green* Mash % cup banana, set aside and reserve for Thicto *N Creamy Dressing Rime remaining banana* and arrange along with strawherrle*. rwlery and tomatoe* or grape* around cottage ' heeae Arrve with Thwk "N Creamy Dreaalng Make* 2 serving* THICK H CREAMY DREAMING Cmntane reserved U cup mashed banana > whole atrawherne*. W cup yogurt and 2 table spoon* honey in blender Whir until smooth Dote I C <wfieR> C bbfte A ( <»ok# COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich Lie. <1741 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP SALES • Sf PViCf • INSTALLATION STA RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • I % " pipe 5' longth Drive Coupling*, Screen*. Tanks 2 -5 Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pump* Estimate* Available 726-0377 770 N, Foos* Rd , Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1985 Taylor. The third grade members of the troop - Angie DeLong, Shannon Fawley, Samanth Greenman, Angie Gordon, Leslie Gould, Stacee Local scouts receive awards Last Wednesday, Brownie Troop 746 and their families gathered for a hot dog roast and awards. Leaders Ann Taylor and Donna Garvey started out the awards by thanking the parents for letting their girls be scouts. Awards presented were given to the girls by former leaders Linda DeLong and Sue Fawley. All tropp members received a membership star and green disc - the star is awarded for each year of scouting; the Latch Key patch - a patch earned by learning to take care of yourself when you are home alone. Honor Troop and National Brownie “B.” Summer activities were announced to keep the troop active over the summer. The second grade mem­ bers of the troop are: Beth Black, Allison Burpee, Danielle Cook, Tory DePriester, Wendy Dickinson, Sabrina Dies, Amanda Greenman, Mindy Garvey, Andrea Hubka, Sarah Leep, April McDiarmid, Dalaina McGhan, Jenny Mittelstaedt, Christin Ossenheimer, Bridie Petrie, Jeanna Pitts, Amie Reid, Tara Swanson, and Holly Open Daily: 9-9; Sun. 11-5 Hawkins, Spring Javor, Amy Kipp Michelle Pendell, Linette Snyder, Debra White and Venus Smith - bridged to become Junior Girl Scouts. Their new leader is Pam Page 13 White, who has been in scouting for several years. She has plans for summer activities so the girls can earn their Sun and Fun Patch. SALE ENDS SATURDAY The Saving Place® CLEARANCE CLEARANCE j CLEARANCE ; Offer Good June 12*15 Advanced first aid classes offered Learn Advanced First Aid and CPR at certified classes that will begin Monday, June 10,6-10 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. Subjects will be covered such as medical and psychological emergencies, extrication, trauma, childhood and geriatric diseases, shock, drugs, and career possibilities. Upon successful com­ pletion each student will receive State certification. The cost of the class is $15 which includes books and materials. Financial aid is available. No prior classes are required. For more information, please call Lana Oster- 726-0272. Those wishing to par­ ticipate can still sign up through June 17. Offer Good June 12*15 5.97 All Flowering Shrubs K-Gro® 27-3-3 Fertilizer 18-lb.* bag fertilizer covers 5|000 sq. ft. Shop and save! Offer Good June 12*15 Evergreen Assortment LE475 Local class tours Nashville Locker Offer Good June 12-15 by Kim David and Samantha Hughes On Wednesday, May 28, Mrs. flansens fourth grade class went to Nashville Meat Locker. Dick Chaffee took them into the cooler. There they saw hanging beef and pork and one deer. Dick showed them a heart of a pig, cow and deer; a kidney of a cow and tongue of a pig. He showed them how they make ground beef, how they cut steaks and roasts and how then tenderize cube steak. Finally he took them into the freezer where the meat is first quick frozen and then is stored until the customer picks it up. Offer Good June 12*15 8■ O ^^ Our 11-97 OQ Radial Garden Hose 5O’x5/8* garden hose with brass couplings. Save! 2 our 97* Cape Cod Border Fence Border fence in Cape Cod style. 33” long by 13” high. FoCrWACWA 0 ■ 07 Our 6.97 20-Ft. Lawn Edging Industrial grade black edging. Connectors included. PIONEER LANDSCAPE 2 Our ■ 0 W 7■ 3.97 50-Lb.* Marble Chips 50-lbs.* marble chips for decorative landscaping. •Netwt. Offer Good June 12*15 TOMATO& VEGETABLE INSECT SPRAY KILLS INSECTS Phone 945-9554 for ACTION ADS Payne’s Ceramics 309 NORTH MAIN NASHVILLE, Ml HOURS ... Tuesday 12 to 5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday 12 to 5 HOME PHONE 852-0074 Het Wl 10 IBS CYPRESS MULCH Offer Good June 12-15 2 ■ 07■ Sale Price 30-Lbs. * Cypress Mulch Keeps nitrogen in the soil. •INmeipwt roves appearances. Our 3.97 Tomato & Vegetable Insect Spray Offer Good June 12*15 The Saving Place? 5 ■ 0W 7f 40-Oz.* Spot Weed Killer K-Gro® spot weed killer for lawn care. Aim and spray! •Fl.oz. Our 6.97 Oscillating Sprinkler Handy sprinkler waters a large area at one time. 1658 Lansing Rd./ Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733 Automotive Service Center, Phone" 543-1197 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 11, 1985 — Page 14 Tri-County Electric schedules district meetings BIGGEST CIRCUS 7 I/ The membership of Tri­ County Electric Cooperative is invited to attend the an­ nual District II Meeting set for June 12 at 8 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Community Center Hall, Lake Odessa. District II is comprised of members from Ionia and Barry Counties. Starting in 1938, TriCounty held one Annual Meeting for the total membership. Through those early years, it became more and more difficult to get a quorum at the Annual Meeting, as travel from thirteen counties to a central — in — i50 Years I) SATURDAY, I JUNE 22 2 P.M. & 8 P.M. At Cook Rd. & Green St. NEXT TO BIG WHEEL in HASTINGS 7Sponsored by the ... Hastings Area ! Chamber of Commerce | ( — PRICES — General Admission IF PURCHASED BEFORE SHOW DAY: ADULT.................................. *5.00 11 & YOUNGER ..... *3.00 ON SHOW DAY: ADULT................. *6.00 11 & YOUNGER... *4.00 I (Limited number of preferred teats, $1.00 additional, sold only In the big top on show day.) Election, from page 1 didates for the four-year seats and their votes were; Buy Your Tickets 1 Marsha Ainslie, 160; David Before Show Day at | Hagon, 128; Vernon Reid, 140; Beatrice Pino, 185; and HASTINGS ( James Bryan, 128. Chamber of Commerce f Maple Valley voters ap­ Hastings City Bank I proved a proposition WBCHRrfo authorizing the use of the The Reminder balance of funds (about Cappon's Quick Mart in $19,255) remaining in the Hastings, Nashville, I 1963 Building and Site Fund Middleville and Gunj for furniture and repairs at Lake • the junior-senior high school. DELTON I Felpausch Food Center / The vote was 566 in favor and 122 against. Voters also approved the one mill increase for the Eaton Intermediate School District by a margine of 380 yes to 305 no. Maple Valley Supt. Carroll Wolff said that he had no county-wide vote totals, but that he believed that the increase had been approved overall. $ SAVE location was no easy task at that time. A process was then developed to set up two types of meetings per year a District Meeting and the Annual Meeting. At the District Meeting, the membership would elect delegates (one per hundred district members) to represent them at the An­ nual Meeting, held about 2-3 months later. The fairness of this system was instantly recognized by the members and quickly adopted. Thus, the separate District Meetings were created and 4-H clinic set June 13 DRAW* ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., VermontviUe, 726-0100. (tfn) if 0 CASH!! SELL THOSE ODDS &.ENDS and HOUSEHOLD ITEMS YOU’RE NOT PUTTING TO USE WITH a Reminder V CALL \ 1 945-9554 TODAY! 26,000 copies of your ad will TUESDAY! personal ad. OnlV $2°° for 5 Words Each/Additional Word 10 Ag Niteline now availablefor growing season The 1985 growing season, so far, has proven to be unusually troubled with insect problems. The alfalfa weevil, cereal leaf beetle, as well as other pests are present both earlier than usual and in higher numbers than we have seen in recent years. To advise growers of the current pest conditions in Eaton County, the Cooperative Extension Service offers a recorded telephone message called the Ag-Niteline. Growers can The Eaton County 4-H Program will be hosting a Regional 4-H Animal Science Management, Fitting and Showing Clinic on Thursday, June 13 at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the clinic will conclude at 3 p.m. The 4-H food stand will be open throughout the day. Members may also bring Food preservation hot line their beef and dairy cattle in Did you purchase collards for hoof trimming from 7:30­ 9:30 a.m. The cost is $10 per instead of cabbage and head. In addition, in­ aren’t sure how to prepare Can burpless formation on the sheep lead them? be pickled class will be presented cucumbers during the clinic. Rabbit and safely? Is your pressure poultry members are en­ canner leaking steam? You couraged to bring their own just purchased 50 pounds of whole wheat flour through animals to practice with. For more information your food cooperative and contact the Eaton County you need advice on storage? Coopertive Extension Ser­ Are you having problems vice at 543-2310 or 372-5594. with your freezer jam tur­ ning sugary? If you relate to these Fuller Street Honor Roll questions or similar ones, 4TH GRADE the answers to these AU A’s - Joel Butler, Dean problems are only a Beardslee, Natallie Haeck, Renee Rosin. All A’s and B’s - Barbara Claypool, Cassie Appelman, Lesie DePriester, Dan Finkler, Julie Fisher, Greg Garn, Anna Garrett, Samantha Hughes, Mandy Mix, Kyle Neff, Marcie Reid, Darcy Schantz, Mindy Shoup. 0 GET INSTANT report and slides or movie, -Door Prizes and Refresh­ ments. A total of 44 members attended last year’s District II Meeting. According to Bob Matheny, General Manager, “Last year’s turnout was good, but I hope even more members can attend this year.” call 543-2310 between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m., seven days a week for the latest insect, disease, and weed conditions in the county. The recorded messages are based on field observations by scouts that are monitoring ap­ proximately 60 fields throughout the county. For additional information, growers can call the same telephone number during regular business hours ' to talk with Agriculture Agents Allen Krizek or Roger Betz. open for use telephone call away. At the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Office, Home Economist, Mona Ellard will service your food preser­ vation questions. With training and support from the foods and nutrition department at Michigan State University, the in­ formation you will receive will be the safest and most updated food preservation recommendations. The local food preservation Hot Line is 543-2310 or 372-5594, for the Lansing area. Pre-Summer SARAGE SALE W6 crow continue to this day. This year year’s’s District Meeting will include: --Report of officers, directors and committees, -Election of delegates and alternate delegates to attend the Annual Meeting and any other meeting of the delegates, —General Manager’s GLASS A 23 FT. WIN­ NEBAGO: in excellent condition, self-contained, air, awning, generator and nice bath, only 35,000 miles. 616-948-2774. WASHER, DRYER: mower, rugs, ping pong table, other good things for sale. Everything works. Washer $90, dryer $75, Sears Craft­ sman rider mower, 7 H.P., $300, 3 rugs 9’xl2’, new $70 each. Call Nashville 852-9554. (Be persistent). FOR SALE: White Spoke rims, new 15x7, $25 each. Petersens Rapid Oil and Tie. 852-1948. FOR SALE: P195-75R 14 steel belted all season radials, black wall, sale price $36 each. Petersen’s Rapid Oil and Tire. 852-1948. FOR SALE: Quilts, crazy quilts. Nice for wedding gifts. Mrs. Victor Brumm, phone 852-9057. 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At Your Shoppers Review Store diet pepsi Deposit � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-06-18.pdf f70d35d2db6bce620851dabe6f629b00 PDF Text Text s..chU chU ;;I rs t.ul c s490 .58 Bastings, MI s / BULK RATE PAID U.S. POSTAGE | Hastings, Michigan ' 49058 °ERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 49 — Tuesday, June 18, 1985 M.V. Boarchof Education turns down request for additional counselor at Junior and Senior High Schools by Shelly Sulser The Maple Valley Board of Education Wednesday voted down a recommendation by Superintendent Carroll Wolff to hire an additional coun­ selor for the jr.-sr. high school. Wolff made the suggestion in view of recommendations made by the University of Michigan on several oc­ casions over, the past four to five years. The U of M evaluates school systems and makes recom­ mendations as to what the educational system should include. For the number of students attending Maple Valley, the U of M feels a second counselor is needed. Currently, Counselor Ward Rooks maintains the duties of student scheduling, with aid from Principal Burr Hartenburg. Wolff feels an additional counselor would take the burden of scheduling off the principal, and provide more time for the counselors to conduct individual conferences with the students. Wolff also feels hiring an additional counselor would allow follow-up studies to be conducted with Maple Valley graduates to inform the school whether it provided adequate preparation for students furthering their education. “It (hiring a second counselor) could possibly change a student’s success in school if someone were available to talk with them,” Wolff said. Rooks said . with the current situation of having only one counselor available to the students, there is simply not the time to work with the teachers on student problems, or to talk with each student on a one-to-one basis. In the past, when there were two counselors em­ ployed by the school system, each had two grades to work with, Rooks said. “Now I go into the history classes and talk about scheduling...its not on an individual basis,” said Rooks. Rooks suggested if ap­ proval was given by the board for the additional counselor, that a female would possibly work better for girls with personal problems who feel un­ comfortable talking to a man. Rooks recalled one case where a girl was being sexually abused by her father whom he felt would have been more comfortable talking to a female counselor about it. “I see this as a top priority,” he said. Board member Dale Ossenhiemer said he felt there is no question that there is the need, and that the U of M has been recommending it for the past five years. But, because a counselor is being recom­ mended for the high school and not for the elementary schools and because public input was not included concerning the subject, Ossenheimer did not support the action. “I’m questioning the methodology,’ Ossenheimer said. Member Wayne Cogswell noted that for the eight years he has served on the school board, it has often happened that an important issue will not be taken to the board until meeting night. “We should have a chance to see it, think about it and digest it before we have to make a decision,” he said. “I’ve hated it all along and it still goes on.” With five members present and voting, the motion died when a 3-2 vote was cast. (Wolff noted there must be four votes in favor before something is ap- proved^ ) Ossenheimer and Ron Tobias voted against the recommendation, while Cogswell, Paula Cole and LeRoy Sleeper voted in favor. In other action, the board voted to approve an appropriations resolution covering budgets for the 1985-86 school year, in­ cluding the general fund, debt retirement fund, athletic fund, bookstore account and the hot lunch account. A letter from the school attorney was read to the board concerning a May 24 incident where a Maple Valley teacher was involved in an undisclosed discriminatory action. The letter informed the board that it may be requested to act as an impartial judge and that it should avoid making any public comment concerning the matter, although the board did ask anyone with further in­ formation about the incident to contact an administrator. Wolff reported the ad­ ministrators are planning to house the special education students in the portable classroom unit at Fuller school which has been vacant. This will provide Bridge work to begin July 8th A new bridge over Quaker Brook on Francis Street in Nashville will begin to take shape Monday, July 8. The local bridge is one of 90 bridges on Michigan county roads and city streets to be replaced with the Federal Critical Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program, and the Michigan Critical Bridge Program to pay 80 percent of the cost. The state and local agencies will pay 10 percent each, With Nashville’s share The amounting to nearly $16,000. Transportation. The total cost of the bridge payment is required in order set the bridge replacement is estimated at to about $166,000, which in­ replacement in motion so the cludes construction and federal dollars can be engineering. The Geocon claimed. A portion of the Construction Company of deposit; $7,000 plus interest Grand Rapids has been will be returned to the contracted to begin work village at a later date. The council voted to ap­ next month. At Nashville’s village prove the hiring of Berneice council meeting Thursday, Frith as the new secretary the board approved the and treasurer of the payment of $23,340 for Lakeview cemetery to deposit on the bridge work to replace Ada Yaudes who the Michigan Department of resigned. The Francis Street bridge over Quaker Brook in Nashville is slated to be re placed with work to begin July 8. HASTINGS PUBLIC 121 S. CHURCH ST Hasfiags, Michigan Budget ammendments were made and approved and the council agreed to pay the transfer recycling board a $600 contribution for the transfer site. President John Hughes called two public hearings to be held Thursday, June 27 for the purpose of closing an east and west alley between Main Street and State Street, and to decided on a request by a resident to close a portion of Washington Street to Edna Street east. The council agreed not to turn over the village tax records to the county on Oct. 1 as has been the practice in the past. Public Act 179 allows the village to keep the books and collect its own delinquent taxes until February 28, rather than relying on the county to collect the late money and return it to the village. The books will then be turned over to the county March 1. Those delinquent in paying their water and sewage bills will have them added to their summer taxes, as a result of resolution adopted by the village of Nashville. The council also voted to adopt a resolution sup­ porting the Eaton County Road Commission’s bid to secure funds for the replacement of the Shanty Brook Bridge on Nashville Highway. On the third offense, the classroom space for the additional fourth grade guidelines state the student section that will be added would face a three day there next school year. Wolff suspension, fail the material noted that if the special and the parents would be education class does not notified. The previous work out in the portable proposal stated the student classroom, an option would would fail the semester as be to put the library there well. Ossenheimer, who instead. At Kellogg School, the fifth •presided over the meeting in grade will go back to two the absence of President sections, while the sixth Dave Hawkins, said the grade will expand to include previous policy was too three sections because of the strong because there is large number of students always a question of how cheating is defined. “This advancing to that grade. The board approved a (the guidelines) can be used resolution in support of the as a ruler to measure the proposed work to be done on incident by. The guidelines Nashville Highway between are more flexible,” he said. Nashville and Ionia Road to The matter was referred to include the replacement of the curriculum committee. Concerning the recom­ the bridge over Shanty require Brook. This was done at the mendation to request of the Eaton County athletes to maintain a 2.0 Road Commission who grade point average and the wishes to secure funding for $2 ticket price for athletic the project by gaining local events for adults and students, no action was Support. Regarding the school taken. The board decided to cheating policy proposed by act upon the recomAssistant Principal Larry mendation of the athletic Lenz at the May 20 special boosters at the next board meeting of the board, the meeting. Approval was given for board decided the policy was too rigid and that merely a coaching recommendations set of guidelines would be made by Athlete Director more adequate and flexible. Larry Lenz. Coaching junior The board said they did not varsity girls’ basketball will feel it would be beneficial for be Carol Kraai; eighth grade the students to fail or end up girls’ basketball coach is being suspended from Kristine James and the cheerleading coach for school. The new guidelines say varsity football is Karol that on the first offense, the Thompson. Diane McGhan was student would fail the material and the parents present to inform the board would be notified, but would of the need to develop a not have the six weeks grade program in the Maple Valley lowered one full grade as School system for dyslexic stated in the previous students. Dyslexia means students have a difficulty .proposal. On the second offense, the with words, letters and six weeks grade would be reading. The board also approved towered one full grade and the parents notified, but the the purchase of new student would not fail the six playground equipment for weeks as the previous Maplewood school to be paid for by the PTO. proposal stated. Ray Stevens to perform at Sandyland, Sunday Ray Stevens, the master of numerous country western and pop awards along with being a highly-recognized musical arranger, takes over the spotlight Sunday, June 23, in a pair of outdoor concerts at Sandyland Park near “Nashville of the North.” The popular, combined singer and arranger is the featured attraction in the two concerts, starting at 2 and 6 p.m., at the combined theater and campsite located one mile west of Nashville. When it comes to musical awards, Stevens doesn’t have to take a backseat. He’s a member of the famous Nashville (Tenn.) Songwriters’ Hall- of Fame. He has two Grammy Awards Tor being one of the top country western and pop entertainers in the field. Stevens’ production of “Everything is Beautiful” was a No. 1 hit on the music charts in 1970 and earned him a Grammy for best pop presentation. Five years later Stevens’ “Misty” gained another Grammy trophy. In the same year his recording, “The Streak” sold over four million records. Stevens has gone through several phases in 30 years of Sandyland, cont. on page 3— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 2 Nashville News Those gremlins that are known to inhabit newsrooms apparently got into last week’s Memories story on the old Evans School and garbled a couple of our paragraphs. For clarification, ope should have read: “Mrs. Howard Hamilton, the former Marion Callahan, who started first grade at Evans in 1923, recalls both the history and happy memories associated with school.” These second should have been: ‘‘The youngsters received a good education without the benefit of modern facilities. ‘There are so many things that we take for granted nowadays that we didn’t have then,’ notes Mrs. Hamilton." Also, a production error caused Marion’s picture to be cropped from the right-hand side of her 8th grade class photo at Evans School. An interesting footnote to the Evans School story brought to our attention by Mrs. Hamilton after the article was published was that the schoolhouse was the site 50 years ago of the founding of the Rural Bible Mission, which is now headquartered in Kalamazoo. The RBM conducts Bible training sessions in private schools throughout Michigan and several other states. In the days back when the mission was established at the Evans school, Bible teaching was allowed in all public schools something now banned by law. A half century ago, when RBM was first established, organizers “saw a need in the country schools”(for religious training), notes Mrs. Hamilton. She recalls that the founder of the movement was a minister from Assyria, not far from the Evans School which is located southeast of Nashville on Five-Point Highway in Eaton County (Butler Road in Barry County). The Evans School served families of two townships in both counties. Another correction from last week’s column: the dinner for senior citizens to be sponsored by the Promoters For Christ at Nashville Baptist Church will follow Sunday morning (not evening) services at the church, on June 23rd. However, there will be a special event at the church during 7 p.m. services, June 23. Mark Lowrey, who is affiliated with the Christian Concert Ministries of Lyn­ chburg, Virginia, will present a gospel music concert. The public is cor­ dially invited to attend. Men of Nashville Baptist Church will hold a fish-fry starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at the home of Gale Wetzel, south of Nashville. The last contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week in memory of Lillian Donaldson from Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Jarrard, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Weeks, Ena Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Ard Decker; in memory of Margaret Ann Southern, and Robert Clark Southern from Jack and Ruth (Bassett) Southern; from E. Marie Cluckey, in memory of Nellie Moon and Margaret Engle; and from Stephanie Thorne. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested names of donors and of those Arts, Crafts & Retail Under the Pines • Friday, June 21 • 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 911 W. Green St. Hastings — RAIN DATE JUNE 22 — Site proceed* to go to the electric bed fund, Pennock Hospital named in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed oh scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. A touch of rainy, cold weather last week, with temps dropping into the 40 degree range, reminded Maple Valley area residents that summer is still officially a few days away. An extra warm and early spring, with sunburns appearing as early as April and some local gardens planted in early May, had lulled us into a false sense of security. The real summer season starts Friday, June 21. Tuesday’s rainfall, which brought about a half inch locally, was the first significant precipitation here for some time and helped relieve the drought situation that was beginning to show its effect on local gardens and lawns. Rain Saturday spoiled Nashville’s plans for a communitywide garage sale in which some three dozen households had planned to participate. Some residents had to cancel their scheduled yard sales, while others conducted business from the shelter of porches or garages. Attendance was down but some dedicated shoppers warded off the day­ long downpour with um­ brellas to make their rounds in search of bargains. Locally, well over half an inch of precipitations fell, while some parts of Michigan had more than twice that amount. There are no official plans to reschedule the com­ munitywide garage sale, which was sponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. A few local residents continued the sale on Sunday and others may hold individual sales next Saturday or at some future date when the weather is more agreeable. Petie Latta, Mrs. Wayne Gould and Mrs. Ona Hin­ ckley, all of Nashville were in Lansing Friday evening to attend commencement exercises of Davenport Business College. One of the 90 graduates at the event, held at Central Catholic School auditorium, was Mrs. Latta’s daughter, Mary Rose of Lansing. She earned an associate degree in executive secretarial work, and has recently secured employment in that field. Following the graduation How can low cost insurance guarantee all your valuables are covered. No problem. Auto-Owners Personal Articles Protection assures you that your valuable belong­ ings are covered against financial loss. And, it’s offered at a low cost, too, So ask your no problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can protect your valuable articles such as artwork and jewelry the same, safe way you protect your home. yluto- Owner* insurance 7^NoPrtb(!e/m.Fbopl!g,- Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones By Susan Hinckley ceremony the Nashville party, Mrs. Rose and her sons Tim and Jim, all en en-­ joyed dinner at the Pizza Hut. A visitor this week at the home of her parents, the David Murphys of Nashville, is Mrs. Quentin (Cinda) Ward of Arlington, Texas. She arrived Saturday by auto, accompanied by her young niece, Kathryn Murphy of Nashville, who had recently been in Texas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Murphy, and family for a visit with the Wards. Young Kathryn stayed a few days after her parents departed for Michigan, and made the trip home with her aunt. Mrs. Ward, who recently graduated from the School of Architecture at University of Texas at Arlington, plans to spend a week in the Nashville area visiting family and friends. About 35 ladies from the Nashville Baptist Church attended the annual day-long ladies retreat at Gull Lake Bible Conference Center last Friday. Others from this area also attended the session on Tuesday. The day included a luncheon and interesting speakers and entertainers. Gospel recording artists Kendra Cook of Lynchburg, Virginia, performed at the function. She appears on the Old Time Gospel Hour on TV, and has several records to her credit. One of the speakers at the retreat was Elizabeth Elliott, a missionary and author from Boston, whose first husband was one of the five missionaries killed by the Alka Indians of Ecuador a number of years ago. Later, Mrs. Elliott and her daughter were sent into that same area as missionaries. The other speaker was Fay Angus, also an author, who lives in California. She spoke about her experiences as a British subject living in China during the start of World War II. She and her mother were placed in a prison camp by the invading Japanese. Laurie Tobias, daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. Carl Tobias of Nashville, received her associate degree in secretarial studies from Grand Rapids Baptist College on May 10. She has accepted a position as a secretary in the sales and marketing department at Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids. Four M. V. students chosen to attend summer institute for arts <8 sciences Four Maple Valley high school students were chosen to attend the Michigan State Board of Education’s Summer Institute for the Arts and Sciences at area colleges this summer. The four — Polly Cook, Ann Hummel, Brendon McCullin and Amy Laverty — received recommendations from their teachers, counselors, ad­ ministrators and some outside sources and un­ derwent extensive in­ terviewing at the Eaton Intermediate School District before being accepted. An additional student, Jackie Erwin, was chosen as an alternate. Gifted and Talented Program Coordinator Julie Swartz says the four are the most students from Maple Valley ever to be accepted at unique natural environment. Ann Hummel will travel to one time. Each student attending Grand Valley State College pays a fee of $25 and the for a July 7 through 20 study Gifted and Talented of dunes of West Michigan, program pays the remaining as well as other science and $100 for attendance to the art intensives. They include archaeology, geology, land institute. Amy Laverty will be at­ use management: Impact on tending Northern Michigan dune ecology, limnology and University July 21 through shoreline processes. Art August 3 to concentrate on courses available are land­ drawing, mathematics and visual scape arts. She will be receiving photography, printmaking extensive training in and video production. Brendon McCullin will problem solving techniques, as well as choosing from a attend Central Michigan list of visual arts courses University from July 28 to including illustration, August 10 studying the 12th graphic design, drawing, century renaissance and its watercolor, photography, impact on contemporary silkscreening, clay, wood, society. The program will fibers and sculpture. Amy include presentations to the will have the chance to visit total group, small discussion and six local area artists and ex­ explorations plore the Upper Peninsula’s specialized intensivesworkshops. In addition, there will be many optional exploratory experiences such as the preparation of medieval meals. The final day will feature a Medieval Banquet for all participants and parents, a Madrigal Hastings and Nashville, Concert and drama per­ in period Bingo Delton, Miller formance costumes. Family. Polly Cook will be learning June 21 - Taco casserole, about com­ refried beans, tossed salad, more corn muffin, fruit crisp - munications, politics and the Woodland, John Maddux, law at Eastern Michigan C.A.A., on Senior Summer University from July 14 through 27. The summer Services. insititue at EMU will feature Juny 24 - Beef tips, mashed a mock trial and a variety of potatoes with gravy, oriental field trip experiences in­ veg., pineapple - Hastings volving the law, govern­ and Delton, craft class - ment, politics and com­ Delton, Lansing Gilbert. munications. The mode of June 25 - Tuna ala king, instruction utilized in the law tossed salad, Italian blend related courses, will be the veg., biscuit, gelatin whip - law school case study ap­ Hastings, Humanities class - proach. Attention will be - Nashville, Miller Family. given to the availability of Margarine and Milk are careers in the law, govern­ included with each meal; ment politics, and com­ coffee and tea are available. munications. Should another position Menu subject to change become available, Jackie without notice. Need a ride? Call 948-8098, Erwin will attend Saginaw Barry County Transit is Valley State College to study diversity in music and standing by! computer applications. C.O.A. menu and events announced Low-cost noon meals for persons 60 years of age and over (and spouse, even if under 60) are available through the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and 310 N. Main in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wed­ nesday, and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. All meal sites are barrierfree and will accept volunteer time and-or food stamps as a donation. Speakers from around the county appear frequently, and exercises, crafts, games and puzzles are enjoyed by all. The suggested donation for a meal is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Please join us for the following meals and programs. June 19 - Cod almondine, parslied potatoes, french green beans, muffin, strawberry Bavarian — Hastings, sing along with Fern - Delton, music by Isla DeVries, party for Edna Leinaar. June 20 - Pepper steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots-peas, roll, pears - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1965 — Page 3 Local residents to participate in MSU’s Exploration Days Several Eaton County young people and adults are traveling to East Lansing, June 19-21, to participate in 4-H Exploration Days at Michigan State University, The group will spend three days learning aboutt new career opportunities and enhancing their knowledge and skills in such areas as jazz dance, shooting, sports, bicycling and careers. “Exploration Days is the only program of its kind in the country,” says Bevferly Barrett, Eaton 4-H Program Assistant. “Participants have a chance to learn new skills, meet new friends and sample college life at a Big Ten University.” Nearly 4,000 young people and adults are expected to participate in this year’s event. In addition to taking part in learning options, delegates will also attend a number of evening en­ tertainment offerings, in­ cluding an International Parade of Fashions and Obituaries Bazaar. “4-H Exploration Days is a memorable and valuable experience,” Barrett says. “Many of our delegates will be able to use the skills they gain at the event to improve 4-H activities in their communities. Participants include: Karen Brown, Andrew Houghton, Angela Ludtke, Rick Ludtke, Stacy Reitz, Meganne Spicknell, Tracey Tanner and Stacey Locke, all of Eaton Rapids. Sheri Day of Olivet; Kami Dieter and Kim Worthington of Lan­ sing; Audrey Dumont, Bill Reynolds, of Vermontville; Courtney Ellard, Scott Gilding, Scott Glandon, Amy Grier, Jean Haigh, Amy Hill, Christopher Langmaack, Cheryl Lilly, Rob Lilly, Debbie Lundeen, Valerie Moran, Derek Myall, Aaron O’Connell, Adam O’Connell, Dennis Pennington, Douglas Pennington, Carmen San­ ders, Peggy Wells, and Dana Wood, all of Charlotte; Ami Fernholz, Karol Joss and Jil Lilly all of Grand Mary E. Townsend Yourself Coin Laundry in HASTINGS - Mrs. Mary E. Hastings. Mr. Townsend Townsend, 64, of 2905 S. died April 1, 1976. She was a Charlton Park Rd., longtime 4-H leader and was Hastings, died Monday, June a member of Pennock 10,1985, at Amherst Hospital Hospital Guild and the Nash­ in Amherst, Ohio. Funeral ville Garden Club. services were held at 1:30 Mrs. Townsend is survived p.m. Friday, June 14, at by a daughter, Mrs. Robert Wren Funeral Home. Rev. (Patsy) Chaffee of Bellevue; Lynn Wagner officated with two sons, Gilbert Townsend burial in Lakeview of Freeport and Garry Cemetery, Nashville. Townsend of Hastings; eight Memorial contributions may grandchildren; two sisters, be made to Pennock Hospital • Mrs. Don (Margaret) Smith or the Diabetes Association. of Ft. Wayne, Ind., and Mrs. Mrs. Townsend was born Patricia Dies of Nashville; a September 23, 1920 in Nash­ brother, Boyd Olsen of Troy ; The Barry County ville, the daughter of Ed­ and several nieces and Association of Retired ward and LuElda (Brady) nephews. School Personnel will hold its Allen. She was raised in the She was preceded in death June meeting at the Nashville area and attended by a sister, Mrs. Helen Woodgrove Church of Coats schools there. She was Mason. Grove, at noon, Wednesday, married to George G. June 26. Claude L. Myers Townsend on Sept. 30,1930 in The program will be a talk VERMONTVILLE Mr. by Nashville. She had lived Bonnie Carpenter, most of her life in the Nash­ Claude L. Myers, 81, of 7337 executive director of N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, ville and Hastings areas. During World War II she died Monday, June 10, 1985, was employed at Eatons in at his home. Funeral ser­ Teeple’s to celebrate Battle Creek. From 1959 to vices were held at 1:30 p.m. their 50th wedding 1975 she and her husband Thursday, June 13 from Vogt owned and operated the Do It Chapel, Wren Funeral anniversary June 30 Homes. Rev. Glenn Lit­ The brothers and sister of Sflndylaild, continued from p-1 chfield officiated with burial Maurice and Cora Teeple of in Fremire Cemetery. performing. Early in the Memorial contributions may Cadillac are hosting an open career, he was considered be made to the Michigan house in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary, ‘lighthearted’ with his Heart Association. Sunday, June 30, at the presentations of “Harry the Mr. Myers was bom Sept. Hairy Ape,” ‘Unwind” and 11, 1903 in Gratiot County, Community Hall in Putnam the 1968 hits, “Freddie the son of Burdette and Park, Nashville, from 2 to 5 Feelgood” and “Gitarzan.” Emma (McCreary) Myers. p.m. Maurice and Cora Graham After his early 1970s He was raised in Gratiot and successes Stevens moved to Montcalm counties and were married July 7, 1935 the serious side of the attended Crystal School. He and for many years lived in business and his career and was married to Tena M._ Nashville. All of their friends along concert tour career Ommen on March 29, 1926. skyrocketed. It reached a He was a lifelong farmer in with family are cordially peak with his arrangement Ingham and Eaton Counties invited to attend. They have of “Cannonball,” lead song and had lived at his present requested no gifts please. for Burt Reynolds’ movie, address for the past 17 years. “Cannonball Run”. ACTION-ADS Mr. Myers is survived by Ray Stevens is a Georgia his wife, Tena; two FABRIC AND native and still carries the daughters, Mrs. Helen CRAFTSALE light, southern touch in his Tower of Grand Ledge and at concerts. For the June 23 Mrs. Sharon Davis of South COUNTRY STITCHES appearance, Stevens will Venice, Fla.; four sons, June 19-29 feature all his favorites, Roland Myers of Hastings, along with other leading Burdette Myers of Lansing, Summer Fabric 33 percent country western and pop Richard and Robert Myers off; quilting hoop with stand $18, 12”x20” hoops $4, 3” tunes. both of Vermontville^ 21 thru 7’ wooden hoops $.65; Advance tickets are $9 and grandchildren; 19 great 8,10,12” $1.19, 14” $1.25; 14” $10.50 at the gate and may be grandchildreh. quilting hoop $2.49; 14ct. obtained by writing SanHe was preceded in death white and ivory Adia Cloth dyland Park, P.O. Box 268, by his sister, Mary Trim. $1.50; stencil paint 25 per­ Nashville, MI 49073 or by cent off; cross stitch books 25 calling (517) 852-0978. percent off; Siftiplibity Patterns 50 percent off select calicoes 25 percent; batise for smocking 25 percent off and much more? COUNTRY STICHES ALL 145 S'. Main HAIRCUTS................. Eaton Rapids Includes shampoo and blow dry. 633-2117 Ledge; Kevin Jones, Kristen Johns and Sherry Jonckheere all of Dimondale; Denise Keefer, Aaron Mead, Amber Mead, Donald Roll, Greg Sivyer, all of Mulliken; Becky Stiffler and David Stiffler of Lake Odessa; Cheryl Van Houten, Kim­ berly Van Houten and Becca Wilford, all of Sunfield. Chaperones and instructors for the event are: Kathy Thompson and Troy Thompson of Vermontville; Debbie Jtrtjrden. Nelson, Lessa Clapp, Marilyn Parmelle, Dick Hill, Kim Buck, Doug Buck, and Allen Buck all of Charlotte; Pennie Humphrey of Potterville; Debra Lott and Sue Mead of Mulliken; Dave Kosbar, Terrie Kosbar, Mary Ann Southworth and Bruce Dixon all of Grand Ledge; Herb and Marguerite McCarrick of Eaton Rapids. For more information about 4-H Exploration Days or any other 4-H activity, contact the Eaton County Extension Service office or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. State Director will speak to county retired school people •HI I ItTSnjj tae hiity *dta|| n »< *C1* iBt’tfj 6 mi SS’K; imb. ^da® ®, Wt >® ftp5 Mr. »? house tessi TS ■ J- Will I rtaafci tatdiui ■tikis mH) jiifci! hail? rip1* Have a Good Day! SHAMPOO AND SET.................... "The Mirrors image" wtMiOi.2 nuaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY BIG SALE: two air com­ pressors one commercial and one portable; set of bookcase bunk beds, baby cradle, Ford 8N tractor, tandum bike, and lots more. Saturday and Sunday, June 22nd and 23rd; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 451 West St. Ver­ montville. Wilsons to celebrate 50th In honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of Morris and Margaret Wilson, their son and family request the pleasure of your presence at an open house on Sunddy, June 23, from 2-5 p.m., at the Congregational Church in Vermontville. No gifts, please. Morris Wilson and Margaret Thompson were married at the bride's home on June 15, 1935. They now reside in Mission, Texas. (6-18) M.A.R.S.P. Velma DeMond (945-9359) is hostess Ethel Kilmer (945­ 5657) will receive reser­ vations or call any of these people. Lucille Brown (367­ 4821), Bernice Carter (795­ 9023), Margaret Johnson (945-2050), Birdena Lyttle (623-2606), or Reva Schantz (852-9243). 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Let’s take a look at the Nashville News issue of June 18, 1925. The top story of the day concerned the graduation activities ofthe Class of 1925. Diplomas had been awarded a week earlier to the 28member class in exercises held at the Methodist Church, “the building packed with relatives and friends of the young people.” The program differed somewhat from former years in that customary individual parts were omitted and graduates furnished a few musical numbers. “The announcement that ex-President Dickie of Albion College had been taken ill shortly after his arrival in the village and would be unable to deliver the commencement address caused no little sorrow and disappointment, but an able substitute was offered in the person of Rev. M.W. Duffey of the Charlotte Methodist Church,” reported The News ... “His subject was ‘Day Dreams,’ and he commented on the fact that this building of aircastles is charac­ teristic of normal youth and has a very distinct bearing upon most noteworthy achievements.” After the class song, diplomas were awarded by Superintendent George E. Bersette. “Mr. Bersette, who is severing his connection with the local schools this year, had a word of commendation for the graduates for their attention and application to school work, and passed out the sheepskins with the expressed hope that the recipients would find their high school training of material benefit in the solving of life’s problems.” Concluding the program, class members Gladys Remington and Gertrude Powers presented a “pleasing violin and cello duet,” with Miss Mildred Wotring at the piano. Other commencement week news carried in the Nashville News issue of June For some readers the biggest news of the day was opening of fishing season on June 16, 1925, as local anglers flocked to area lakes. At Thornapple, an Ohio man landed a seven and one-quarter pound bass. This placid mill pond scene in Nashville was taken just west of the Main Street bridge sometime in the 1920s. 18, 1925, concerned the 33rd annual alumni reunion and banquet held at the Methodist Community House on Friday evening, the night after graduation. “... the capacity of the building (was) taxed by the crowd of old graduates who gathered to renew acquaintances, to talk over old school days, and to welcome the the newcomers into association,’’ noted The News. The meal prepared by the Ladies’ Aid Society of the church featured baked ham. Music was furnished by the high school orchestra. “After the feed, the association joined in the opening song, the words of which were specially written for the Nashville alumni by L. Adda Nichols on June 26, 1895. Miss Dorothy Powers, president of the association, then introduced the toastmistress, Miss Evelyn Tieche, whose clever han­ dling of the program and witty introductions deserve special mention.” Local businessman Von W. Furniss, of the Class of 1895, was called upon to welcome the Class of 1925, with the response given by Rudolph Wotring. Musical offerings were presented by soloists Hazel Olmstead and Virgil Springett. A piano trio by Mrs. Charles Betts, Miss Esther Dull and Mrs. Robert Smith “was given in a talented manner and elicited much applause.” Speakers at the event included John F. Mason of Crystal Falls, who responded to the toast, and Fem (Purchis) Cross, who presented “Breezes from the Old Grads,” by reading letters from several oldtimers who were unable to attend. In other news on June 18, 1925, the mammoth new A Saturday evening excapde by a Maple Grove man and South Assyria woman who "paraded the streets' of Nashville in "an intoxicated condition" on June 13, 1925 (during the prohibition era) was front page news 60 years ago. No doubt local tongues also were wagging over the spree which resulted in their arrest and that of another area man "whose Ford coupe was steering an erratic course." A small supply of "moonshine" was found at the woman's home. This view of Nashville’s Main Street was taken about 1927. The 1916 Methodist Community House (seen in this contemporary photo) was "taxed to capacity" by the crowd of "old graduates" who gathered there on June 12, 1925, for the 33rd annual banquet and reunion of Nashville High School alum­ ni. Commencement exercises the night before also packed the church sanctuary ni wiith relatives and friends of the second largest graduating class, numbering 19 boys and 9 girls. dancing pavilion at Thor­ napple Lake resort was to be dedicated that night with a big opening ball and ap­ propriate ceremonies. “Some time ago the managers of the resort announced that they would give suitable prizes for a name for a new pavillion,” noted The News. “The first prize goes to Abe Carlton of Hastings, who proposed naming the pavilion ‘Chief As-Ka-Saw,’ in memory of the famous old chief of the tribe of Ottawa Indians who formerly lived at Thornapple Lake.” The old chief lived at the lake at the time Lewis Porter Cole and his family came there in 1865 and bought the farm upon which they later developed the Lake House resort. The property in 1925 was in the hands of Cole’s grandson, Paul Cole and his brother-in-law H.W. Wade. “The resort has always had a splendid reputation as a respectable, orderly place, where respectable people felt they could safely take their families and enjoy a summer outing,” added The News. “It is the highest aim of the management to continue to maintain this reputation.” A “fine orchestra” had been engaged for the “big dancing party” which was to formally open the new pavilion. Barry County prosecuting attorney Kim Sigler (who later would become governor of Michigan) planned to be present to make a brief opening address, after which the evening would be “devoted to dancing, (water) tobagganing (on a lake slide) and other amusements.” Plans were to operate the pavilion on Thursday and Saturday evenings throughout the summer season. “It is brilliantly lighted from the new electric plant which the management has installed, and it is planned later in the season to equip the building with a steam heating plant, so that parties may be held during the fall and winter months.” Other front page headlines on The Nashville News of 60 years ago today declared: “Dry Spell Brings Out Wet Law Violators - Three week­ end celebrators are in county jail awaiting trail.” The story told of a Saturday evening escapade of a Maple Grove man and a South Assyria woman who “came to town and paraded the streets in an intoxicated condition until they were taken into custody by Deputies Oliver Tasker and F.D. Green.” A search of the man’s car revealed a small quantity of liquor, and “the culprits were taken to Hastings and lodged in the county bastile.” Later the officers secured a warrant to search the female’s home, and en route there early Saturday mor­ ning chanced to run across another local man “whose Ford coupe was steering an erratic course.” In­ vestigating, the officers found a quart of liquor in the auto and “decided that the driver’s unsteadiness was not entirely due to the heat, so they placed him under arrest, and he too is spending his leisure time in the county jail.” In their subsequent search of the woman’s home the officers “found several containers which had held moonshine and also dug up three pints which had been buried under the floor in the cow barn.” The lady in question was to be “held to a thorough ac­ counting,” noted The News, while the two men probably would be arrainged on a charge of possessing and transporting liquor. In other news of the day, Nashville Independents won two ball games in one week, “taking revenge on the Woodland team Thursday afternoon for the Decoration Day defeat, and walloping Vermontville Sunday by a 16 to 8 tally. The latter contest was described as a “freehitting” one in which “Nash­ ville again had the ad­ vantage in the argument and won out... Dean and Johnson formed the battery for the locals while Davis and McPherson performed for Vermontville.” In other news, the com­ munity was saddened by the death of a popular young lady, Miss Beulah Mead, who for the past six years had been an instructor in the Hastings schools. The daughter of Mrs. Eunice Mead of Nashville, Beulah’s health “had been impaired for the past year, but she continued her school work until several weeks ago, when she was compelled to give up her position” and return to Nashville. The passing of the 32-year-old woman was mourned with keen sorrow by residents of this community in which she had grown up. Social news of the day included a family gathering in honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Continued on next page— Enjoying the water tobogg aan at Thornapple Lake seen *n th® background of this undated photo) and other related activities were part of the scene when a new dancing pavilion opened June 18, 1925, at Cole's and Wade s resort. The Lake house hotel and facilities were a popular drawing card for several generations of Nashville families who first traveled there by train and later by auto. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 5 Thornapple Music Festival this Sunday! Come out and breathe the fresh music! The sounds of the 11th Annual Thornapple Music Festival will fill the air at Historic Charlton Park this Sunday, from 12 noon to 5:30 p.m. This year’s entertainment line-up features Dave Barrett of Lansing, Doug Fast and Linda Missad of Grand Rapids, Iowa Rose -nRiffraff of Fenneville, Sweet Corn of Kalamazoo, and Footloose of Ann Arbor. The outdoor festival is held in the midst of a turn-of-the century village, and uses wagons for a stage. The historic buildings will be open during the show so you can experience the past by taking part in demon­ strations or interacting with interpreters. Intermission allows an excellent time for you to visit the park’s museum. Bring the family, a blanket, lawn chairs, and maybe a picnic lunch, and spend the day. After the show there’s time for swimming, fishing, or ida-ldiaa ■* J xaira aria • wh «ina ■■■» n|EH •■H 'Snlta rJim saUkh IQUB lanai kshis ■ nr see:-: ■Seta xwi BW tkbi — »a®!! ■■( a joki®! pi itorikt It]!? W1^1 ■MB* w* Memories, continued John Andrews, “who are among Nashville’s oldest residents,” having moved to a farm east of village in the spring of 1876. Other social reports included an­ nouncement of the marriage of Orville Perkins of Nash­ ville to Miss Arline Tuttle of Hastings; and a story on the Norris family’s 17th annual reunion at John Ball Park in Grand Rapids. News of local events in­ cluded a piano recital given June 15 by 26 students of Mrs. Edith Purchis at the Methodist Church: “Each did so well no special mention will be made of each member.” The biggest news of the week of some readers may have been a small item in the “Local” section on the back page of the paper: “The fishing season opened Tuesday, and throngs of fisherman were on hand bright and early at all of the neighboring lakes. Good catches ofbluegills and some fair strings of black bass are reported. A Dayton, Ohio, fisherman, sojourning at Thornapple Lake, set a good mark for the local followers of Ike Walton to aim at, with a seven-and-a-quarter pound bass, which he landed Tuesday. How sweet it is.. Nutra Sweet’s popularity rises daily. This new low calorie sweetner has been added to carbonated drinks, cereals, diet products, chewing gum and a multitude of other foods items. Due to the rising number of questions con­ sumers have had about Nutra Sweet brand sweetner of G.D. Searle and Company, the Nutra Sweet Center now has a toll-free number of call for complete information. Consumers can also request several free booklets. The center will also send upon request free gumball samples sweetened with Nutra Sweet. The tollfree number is 1-800-321-7254 or write to: Nutra Sweet Center, P.O. Box C1115, Skokie, IL 60076. The tollfree line is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR1 Member of Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors and The Barry-Eaton Multiple Listing Service NEW LISTING: West of Charlotte, mobile home on 2V4 acres with appliances and fur­ niture, plus 24x36 Morton pole barn. Pretty setting with many nice trees on corner lot, black­ top road and natural gas. Price $30,000. Possible contract terms. (CH-121) COUNTRY HOME PLUS 18 ACRES, east of Vermontville, older remodeled home and bldgs., land is rolling, creek borders property, 15x30 above ground pool, $42,500, or would sell with 3 acres for $35,000. (CHF-124) NEW FARM LISTINGS 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM, located west of Nashville (130 acres tillable, most seeded to alfalfa), 15 acres wooded, Fast and Linda Missad of Grand Rapids are Among Sunday's featured boating on the Thomapple River. This afternoon of bluegrass and country music is priced at $5 for adults (16 and over) and 50 cents for juniors (5-15). It is co­ sponsored by WCUZ Radio. Charlton Park is a not-forprofit educational institution and is three miles east of Hastings off M-79. Sunfield woman is partner recently opened law firm James B. Pahl, an at­ torney in Sunfield, recently announced that Kathleen A. Hengesbach, a graduate of Thomas M. Cooley 'Law School in Lansing, has made a partner in the new firm to ACTION-ADS POST CARD SHOW: Sun­ day, June 23,198510 a.m. to 5 p.m. Battle Creek, at “Tavern In The Park”, Dickman Rd. (M96) and Hill Brady Rd. 25 leading mid­ western dealers will be on hand appraising, buying and selling antique picture post cards. Admission $1. In­ formation (313) 968-5910. be called Pahl and Hengesbach. Kathleen is a life long resident of the Sunfield community, married to Marvin Hengesbach for­ merly of Westphalia. They have three daughters, Kristina, Heather and Nancy. She is an active member of St. Edwards Catholic Church in Lake Odessa and active in many local civic organizations. Kathleen is a 1964 graduate of Lakewood High School and a 1981 graduate of the Just in Morrel College of Michigan State . University with a bachelor of arts, FAMILY HAIR CARE at.. The Village Hair Port 470 E. Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 ...or... 726-0623 MEN’S-WOMEN’S 10 acres mature pines and 45 acres posture. Farm is all fenc­ ed, nice 4 bedroom "country home", tool shed, newer pole building (machinery storage) and several other barns. Listed at $150,000. Possible to split. (F-123) 130 ACRE DAIRY FARM northwest of Charlotte, nice 10 room brick house, 45x55 barn plus 40x60 attached pole building, 80 tillable acres, 40 pasture, some wooded (the milk­ ing equipment may be purchased) was Grade A 1983. Price $120,000. (F-125) IN VERMONTVILLE, "many extras" nicely updated 4 bed­ room home on extra large lot, includes 4x28 above ground pool with 8x22 plus 10x30 wolmanized decks, 24x40 pole barn. Asking $44,900. (V-119) majoring in society and law. Previously, Kathleen was a legal intern and office administration with the 60 Plus Law Center located at S. Lawrence Hospital and was a clerk for law offices of James B. Pahl in Sunfield. She will be practicing primarily domestic relations law and social security matters, along with the wide range of legal services of­ fered by the firm. * I 36 ACRE FARM ON STATE RD. 21A tillable, 13A wooded with lake and stream, 3 bedroom, 2 story house, 30x40 barn, nice chainlink fenced yard with many large shade trees. Price $52,000. Includes tractor, plow and disk.(F-108) HOMER WINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan CUT GRASS FIRST CLASS You can keep buying lawn mowers. Or get the SNAPPER Hi-Vac* A first-class investment Yes, investment. A SNAPPER is put together to t stay together for a long time. And no other mower is engineered like the SNAPPER to perform so masterfully. The High Vacuum cut­ ting feature in ourwalk and riding mowers is a SNAPPER exciusivaJhis unique feature seasons, with a versatile line of attachments. Before you buy just any mower, find out why SNAPPER'S lawn machines are in a class by themselves. You'll find them only at independent SNAPPER dealers. Most of all. your time and temper will be saved and over the years you'll find you've made a shrewd investment. For our money, it’s the only way to roll in the green stuff. NAPPER f • No Money Down • No Payment for 90 Days • ’20 Ma on Push Mowers • ’53 Ma on Rear Engine Riders “ITS A SNAP” TO OWN A SNAPPER TODAY WITH OUR REVOLVING CREDIT PLAN A division d Fuqua Industries MAPLE VALLEY Lawn & Garden Sales & Service Corner of Nashville Hwy. and Arbor Road Ph. 726-0133 �Th* Maple Valley N*ws, Nashville. Tuesday, June IB, 1985 — Page 6 Voters say counseling very important to M.V. Schools Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is aimed at improving the public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. Voters in the Maple Valley district indicate a major concern for counseling in the junior high and high school level as revealed in the responses to a survey question pertaining to the importance of 15 district programs. Of the 15, eight were felt to be very im­ portant, with counseling heading the list. Counseling was rated very important by 85 percent of voters. Of the students questioned, 81 percent agreed that providing counseling on the junior high and high school level is very important, with computer education taking top priority with students, favored by 91 percent of students.. Detailed responses reveal that 97 percent of the in­ structional staff rates counseling very important, as do 87 percent of public school parents, 83 percent of non-parents, 80 percent of non-instructional staff, 75 percent ofjunior high school students and 85 percent of high school students. Concerning counseling at the elementary level, 56 percent of voters feel it is very important, as do 56 percent of the students, 97 percent of the elementary instructional staff, 78 per­ nt of secondary instructional staff and 63 percent of public school parents. Thirty-one percent of voters feel counseling is “somewhat important” and 10 percent do not think counseling is important at the elementary level. Other programs felt to be very important by the voters include bus transportation services, 81 percent; com­ puter education, 75 percent; band for high school students, 56 percent; providing physical education instruction at the elementary level, 52 percent; academically gifted and talented programs, 51 percent; and six class­ periods a day at the high school, 51 percent. All of the groups in the Maple Valley project have divergent opinions on the importance of these programs and services. Voters, students and staff place about the same amount of importance on only three of the areas mentioned: secondary school counseling, gifted and talented programs and educational field trips. Students place more importance upon computer education, foreign languages, six class-periods at the high school, and sports than do either voter or staff respondents. Staff respondents place more importance on high school band, school nurse services, and elementary couseling, art, music and physical education than either voters or students. Voters and students place more importance on bus transportation services than staff members; while staff and student respondents place more importance on other extra-curricular ac­ tivities than do voters. In the majority of areas mentioned, non-instructional staff opinions fall more nearly in line with those of voters than do the opinions of instructional staff members; although non-instructional respondents place less importance on school nurse services, educational field trips and gifted and talented programs than any other subgroup in the survey. When students were asked what they think are the most important things they are getting out of school and how important they think school is to their future success, 41 percent of all students feel the most important benefit is getting a good, well-rounded education. Other benefits suggested are career preparation, good basic skills, learning to prepare for the future, learning to get along with other people, preparation for college, computer education, etc. Of all students surveyed, 83 percent say school is very important to their future successes. Seventy-five percent of all students say they attend school because they want to, while 24 say they go because they have to. Ninety-five percent of all students say they plan to graduate, while two percent say the do not plan to graduate from high school. 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All respondents were asked how they would rate the job Maple Valley schools do in preparing students for the world of work. The majority of all persons in­ terviewed gave the schools a fair to good rating in this respect. In preparing the students for college, a majority of all respondents gave the schools a fair to good rating, although, as in the prior question, one of five (19 percent) voters gave the schools a poor rating. Thirtytwo percent of staff and 24 percent of students gave college preparation at Maple Valley a poor rating. Three of five voters, (61 percent) and staff (63 per­ cent), and four of five students, (80 percent) feel a Ledge. Chaperoning the trip college education is very will be Grant Lott of important today, while Mulliken and Beverly nearly all the rest feel it is Barrett, 4-H Program somewhat important. Assistant. graduation, 60 percent of curriculum should be up­ junior high school students dated to meet today’s needs. When asked how they plan to attend college, as do change the 57 percent of high school would these students. Others gave a curriculum, variety of plans, including suggestions were given: attending trade schools, More computer courses, joining the military, finding more emphasis on basic skills, updated and a job or getting married. When asked what kind of modernized classes, more grades they usually get on vocational and technical their report cards, 45 percent classes for job preparation, of all students say they get better college preparation, mostly A’s and B’s, 35 more math courses, more percent report getting B’s science courses, and offer a and C’s and 18 percent get wider variety of electives, C’s and D's. etc. Staff members were asked Regarding whether or not the subjects taught at Maple if they feel there is continuity Valley Public Schools ought (coordination) in curriculum to be changed to meet the between the elementary and needs of living in today’s secondary levels. Staff had mixed world, a plurality of voters members and two of three staff feelings, 44 percent saying members (65 percent) and there is continuity and 45 students (64 percent) feel the Eaton County 4-Her s are Colorado bound Twenty Eaton County 4H’ers will enjoy the hospitality of Morgan County, Colorado 4-lTers in an exchange. They will leave June 25 from the Grand Rapids airport and return July 3. While in Colorado they will become family members of 4-H homes they are being hosted by. Ac­ tivities while there include tour of Coors, mountain hiking, Royal Gorge, Air Force Acadmey and Olympic Training Center tours, rodeo and BBQ. Next summer the Colordao 4H’ers will be visiting Michigan. Participangs include: Lynn Haigh, Lachelle Haigh, Amy Outman and Kris Servin, of Bellevue; Amy Laverty of Vermontville; Don Walters of Olivet; Matt Gilding, Janel Rinehart, Todd Chapman, Troy Garnant, Gary Blonde and Lisa Locke, all of Charlotte. Greg Sivyer of Mulliken; Kimberly Van Houten and Cheryl Van Houten of Sunfield; Karen Service and Larua Davis of Lansing; Monica Bradford of Eaton Rapids; Jennifer Edwards and Lori Squibb of Grand EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Monday, June 17-20 - College Week, MSU Monday, June 17 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. Fairboard Meeting, Fair Office, Charlotte. Monday, June 17-7 p.m. Small Animal Assoc. Metting, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds. June 19 - 21 - 4-H Exploration Days, MSU June 25-July 3 - 4-H Exchange Trip to Morgan County, Colorado Tuesday, June 25 - 6:30 p.m. Dog Fair Rehearsal, Cattle Show Ring, Fairgrounds. Wednesday, June 26-7:30 p.m. 4-H Beef Judging Clinic, Jim Greenman’s, 5466 Marshall Rd., Olivet. June 28-30 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Goose Creek Camp, Grayling Monday, July 1 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Wednesday, July 3 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Sheep Judging Clinic, Duane Tirrell’s, 700 Tirrell Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, July 6-10 a.m.-3 p.m. Shooting Sports; 10 a.m.-12 noon Firearms Bellevue Conservation Club; 1-3 p.m. Ar­ chery outside 4-H Building, Fairgrounds. Tuesday, July 9 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate Sch., Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wednesday, July 10-7:30 p.m. 4-H Hog Judging Clinic, Buddy Day’s, 2225 Osborn, Olivet. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: Cottage on Thornapple Lake, 110 ft. of frontage. Valley Realty, 852­ 1601 Nashville. (6-18) HORSESHOEING and corrective trimming for saddle and draft horses. Call after 5:30 p.m. 945-4749. (6­ 25)____________________ GUNS WANTED: We pay cash for used shotguns, rifles, handguns. Bob’s Gun & Tackle Shop, Inc., west of Hastings on M-37 and M-43. (tfn) MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner s Phone... 517-852-9650 NASHVILLE Pahl and Hengesbach ATTORNEYS AT LAW 264 Grand Ledge Highway Sunfield, Michigan 48890 , s2 Rebate (517) 566*8965 $2 Rebate per gallon from Cuprinol® Wood Preservative. We take pleasure In announcing the formation of the above firm for the general practice of law. Limit 2 gallons per family, per address OFFER VALID FOR PURCHASE BETWEEN MAY 18 AND JULY 7, 1985 ONLY. REFUND REQUESTS MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER DATE l*iLL NOT BE HO^RED. roS™ARKED AFTER ™« june 1985 James B. Pahl Kathleen A. Hengesbach �Jim’s Electric Owned and Operated by Jim Jones LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR LAWN & GARDEN God's Love Adds • SALES & SERVICE • ALL MAKES — WE FIX ALL MAKES & MODELS—^ • Residential • Industrial • Farm • Commercial NASHVILLE Maple Valley Enjoyment To Right the first time phone. 726-0133 Snapper _ jeff FRAYER — Echo 852-1783 Mace Pharmacy 207 N. 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Main St., Vermontville Refreshed by lakes and streams of vivid blue. 726-0569 So swim or fish and have a barbecue; But when you make your plans to get away, Just don’t forget to take the time to pray; Telephone: 852-9680 Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE 140 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Michigan FURNACE SALES & REPAIR A Iso... Refrigerator, Freezer Because your House of Worship will reveal A down-to-earth emotion you should feel More strongly now than any other time, This season when the world is in its prime And shows the love of God so.close at hand; — Gloria Nowak ' 852-9728 If you would like to sponsor this page, please caU ...945-9554 REALTOR" WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE When summer brings rejoicing to the land. and Air Conditioner Repair Earl Furlong Trowbridge Service And move outdoors, where nature paints a scene 225 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE BROKER 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 RES. (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 ELSIE E. WOLEVER The world is warm around us...and everywhere glows the sun. T^Dan Walley "...know of your own selves that summer is now nigh at hand." - Luke 21:30 AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH North State, Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N; Main, Vermontville (% mile East of M-66, 5 miles a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. .Sunday School .. 10 a.m. a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service . .'7 p.m. A.M. Service 11 a.m. p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: P.M. Service . . 7 p.m. Bible Study......... 8 p.m. AWANA 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OFTHENAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH . 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday*. .. 10 a.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday y Eveningg Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 PH: 852-1551 REV. THOAAAS VOYLES ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sat. Mass Sun. Mass 6:30 p.m. . 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School. 9:45 a.m . A.M. Service. 11 a.m. P.M. Service. . 7 p.m. Wed. Service. . 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY FIRST COHGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalama Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. 7 p.m. P.M. Worship Summer Church Worship.. .9:30a.m. (Nursery Care Available) , fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMDLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Assistant... Don Roscoe Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service. .11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 8 4-H bringing "Circus to Charlotte, this Friday Recognized for four years as the “Biggest Big Top on Earth,” the great Carson and Barnes 5-Ring Circus reaches a new pinnacle with its enlarged 1985 per­ formance, coming to 4-H Fairgrounds, Charlotte, for one day only, show at 2 and 8 p.m. Friday, June 21, sponsored by Eaton County 4-H Agricultual Society. Hailed as “a return to the good old days,” Carson and Barnes Circus features 25 elephants, a $1,000,000 zoo of wild, exotic and domestic animals and top-flight human performers from 17 nations. It is the type of show that parents and grand­ partents will remember seeing when they were youngsters. Highlighted are no fewer than 111 acts, each of which is described by the circus management as “center ring calibre.” Included are: Patricia White’s mixed group of Nubian lions and Siberian tigers; four troupes of flying trapeze artists, including for the first time in circus history three triple­ somersaulting athletes; ring-upon-ring of prancing liberty horses; for the first time in America, the thrilling high wire exploits of the daring Israel Rosales; and from Chile, Miss Orianna performing feats of grace and daring on the single trapeze high in the dome of the big top. Among the 25 species in the menagerie are a giraffe, hippopotamus and rhinoceros. History books come to life summer with a smashing... NANCY'S Beauty Shop • 157 S. Main Street Vermontville Phone 726-0330 as Carson and Barnes uses some of its huge elephant herd for the morning chore of erecting the shining new polyvinyl tent, which stretches more than a city “Remaining competitive in today’s dairy market depends on streamlining your operation, ctnd the “Dairy Farm Analysis Workbook” can make it easier,” says Roger A.. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent. This workbook, available from the Eaton County Extension office, can help a dairy producer anaylze the entire operation to find its strengths and weakenesses through the use of complete and accurage farm records. decline in state Kpri’ kxion TABLETS 100’S 339 BAUSCH & LOMB SALINE SOLUTION OR SENSITIVE EYES SALINE SOLUTION 12 OZ. fOR DRY SKIN CARE 2»9 JOHNSON’S BABY OIL oz. ★ CLEAR BODY ★ EXTRA GENTLE RIGHT GUARD ANTI PERSPIRANT 4 OZ; DISINFECTING SOLUTION 6 1/2 OZ. REGULAR OR SCENTED VIDAL SASSOON SHAMPOO OR RINSE 279 BAUSCH &L0MB —LOTION— he SCENTED. UNSCENTED OR POWDER DRY —OR--- DEODORANT 5 OZ. 229 TODAY CONTRACEPTIVE SPONGES 6S oz.| METAMUCIL POWDER 21 OZ. O SUGAR FREE" POWDER 11 OZ. 759 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 061285 animals. Midway attractions open at least one hour before each performance. Tickets will be on sale at the circusgrounds on showday. Dairy farm analysis workbook available Wheat prospects BUFFERIN block long. Area residents are invited to come to the showgrounds on circus morning to witness this ageold spectacle and to see unloading, feeding and watering of the many Weather conditions during May have eroded the prospects of a record winter wheat crop in Michigan during 1985. Yield prospects were reduced by moisure stress during the vegetative and heading stages of development. Development of this years wheat crop remains about two weeks ahead of normal, according to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Production from this years crop is expected to total nearly 43 million bushels, 6 percent below last years record crop. Yields are expected to average 55 bushels per acre, 2 bushels below last season’s record yield. Acreage for harvest is estimated at 780,000 acres, down slightly from last year. Michigan peach growers are expecting to harvest an excellent crop this year. Peach production during 1985 is expected total 55 million pounds compared to 45 million pounds last season. Nationally, winter wheat production is forecast at 1.89 billion bushels, 8 percent less than a' year ago. Peach production is forecast at 2.16 billion pounds, 18 percent less than last year. The workbook is divided into three sections: dairy herd, crop and financial management. Each section contains questions about the operation. The answers are to be compared with stan­ dards set at levels necessary to maintain a productive, profitable farm. For example, the producer is asked what percent of the ration dry matter is forage. If the answer is less than 50 percent, the book indicates this means cows are receiving low fiber levels that may result in low milk­ fat tests. Summary sheets for each section direct producers to the areas where changes may be needed. This helps dairy farmers make long­ term and short-term management decisions while keeping details of the whole operation in mind. Completing this workbook will help producers evaluate the current position of the farm and set priorities and goals for the coming year. Copies of the “Dairy Farm Analysis Workbook” are available for $3 from the Eaton County Extension office, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte or the Michigan State University Bulletin Office, P.O. Box 231, East Lansing, MI 48823-0231. Stay Slim Salad A host of good-for-you low calorie Ingredients make this salad a star. STAY SLIM SALAD 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce 1 large pink grapefruit, 14 cup chopped green onion peeled, sectioned 2 cups cooked, shredded 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes chicken 14 cup sliced celery 2 small Dole Bananas, peeled, sliced Lower-In-Calorie Dressing Toss together lettuce and green onion. Arrange on 2 salad plates. Arrange chicken in center. Arrange banana, grapefruit, tomatoes and celery around chicken. Serve with Lower-In-Calorie Dressing. Makes 2 servings. „ p^WER-IN-CALORIE DRESSING: Combine 14 cup lime juice, z tablespoons a espoons saa salad o, oil, 2 teaspoons easpoons sugar, % teaspoon easpoon papr paprika, a, teasP°on salt and 14 teaspoon dry mustard in screw-top jar.. Shake well. For more terrific banana recipes, write for your copy of Dishes for Doubles from Dole, P.O. Box 7758, San Francisco, CA 94120. Dole®, Courtesy Castle & Cooke �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 9 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming events: Wednesday, June 19 - Garden Club trip to “True Grist” Theater in Homer. Meet at Church corners at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 23 Margaret and Morris Wilson’s 50th Anniversary at the Griswold Room in the Congregational Church, from 2-5 p.m. Monday, June 24 Woman’s Club Skip Day to Williamston meet at church coners at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 20 - UMYF Walk-A-Thon fund raising event begins at 9 a.m. Meet at the Vermontville Methodist Church, Gresham UMYF meets at 12:30 at the church. First Congregational Church services start at 9:30 a.m. for the summer mon­ ths. Rev. and Mrs. Arthur Mix from Iola, Kansas are ex­ pected Monday, June 17-20 to visit his mother Mrs. Mabel Shetenhelm and other relatives. A family reunion is to be held in the Lion’s Club Park on 3rd, Street Wed­ nesday evening and he would be happy to meet some of his friends. Mr. and Mrs. Chet Holden of Dumas, Texas and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Cameron of Mt. Pleasant, Texas are spending several days with the Claud Van Blarchoms, Russell Boohers and Harold Benedict families. Mr. Robert White, of Lansing (nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hill) and Mrs. Sue Becraft were united in marriage Saturday p.m. at the Methodist Church with the reception following. Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wion and family of N. Manchester Ind. spent Thursday night with the Harold Benedicts and on Friday night left from Metropolitan Airport for six weeks in Europe visiting Leroy’s brother. On the way to Detroit they called on Mary Jo Brimmer in Charlotte, Cherry Adams in Horton and Muriel Das in Ann Arbor. Mrs. Darlene Beavers of Detroit spent Monday untilFriday with her mother Mrs. Leona Fox, and while here took her to the doctor for tests for knee surgery later in the fall. Mrs. Beavers and Mrs. Fox called on Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ryder and Mrs. Judy Moore in Lansing, and Mrs. Alberta Rockafellar last week. On Saturday Mrs. Frances Olson was in coldwater to attend the graduation Open House for her great niece, Connie Fast. She spent the night with her brother and sister in-law Mr. and Mrs. Clare Slack also in Cold­ water. Sunday dinner guests of Mrs. Hermina Southern were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson of Birmingham Mrs. Mary Jean Hadden, of Gun Lake Mrs. Ardis Briggs and Mrs. Elizabeth Stowe of Ionia and Mrs, Kate Snider. Several persons from the Vermontville and Greshany Methodist Churches at­ tended the ordination ser­ vices in Albion Saturday morning that made Rev Glenn Litchfield an elder and his twin brother Carl a deacon. On Sunday p.m. an Open House was held at the parsonage in their honor with over 80 attending. Many of the Litchfield family came Local athletes compete in Special Olympics from several places; Rev. and Mrs. Carl J. Litchfield(father) from Mikado, Rev. Carl Q Litchfield and family from Cheshire, Ohio, Mr. Greg and Clare Lit­ chfield and family from Lavista, Nebraska and Joel Litch-field from Okemos. Two brothers were unable to attend. Punch, cookies, and two beautiful cakes were served, one in the shape of a Bible, made by'Mrs. Serena Goodenough. Mrs. Ava Kroger, Frances Olson, Auna Jean Frith and Mabel Shetenhelm, and Mr. and Mrs. Claud VanBlarom, Travis Graham and guests attended the Capitalaires (a gospel group) concert Sunday evening at the Lakewood Methodist Church. Deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Claud Myers who passed away suddenly afternoon at his home. Services were held Thursday at 1:30 at the Vogt-Wren funeral home in Nashville and burial in Freemire cemetery. Mrs. Ava Kroger, Mrs. Mary Rodriquez, and Mrs. DellaBelle Murphy and Mrs. Thelma Tubbs from Hastings attended the 92nd birthday party last Tuesday for their Aunt Mrs. Josie Nidy at the Bill Knapp resturant in Kalamazoo. Mr. and Mrs. Hessel Forest had a granddaughter, Ashley Nicole born to Steve and Barb Forest on June 8, and the same day a great­ grandson born to Dennis and Chris Deater in Marshall. Woman’s Club officers for *85-*86 are as follows: President, Martha Christensen, Vice President, Martha Zemke, Recording Secretary, Madelyn Forest, Treasurer, Jane Threen, Corresponding Sec, Edith Benedict, Auditor, Dorothy Carpenter, Historian­ Madelyn Forest. The Program Committee is comprised of Hildred Peabody, Mary Fisher, Edith Sevartz, M. Christensen, and Martha Zenike. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Wells are the grand parents of a baby girl born June 16 to Pat and Dawn Dooling, Christina Rose. She weighing 7 lbs 4 oz. at Hayes G. Beach Hospital. Pat’s parents, Ray and Emily Dooling are here from New Jersey. The last thing you need now is a problem with mobile home insurance that doesn’t treat you special. If your mobile home has become a very special homestead, you need special coverage. You don’t need a problem with insurance that charges high rates for minimal protection. Auto-Owners Mobile Home Special Policy offers replacement cost coverage without depreciation to qualified mobile homes. Discounts are available for new mobile homes...and to retirees. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how he could insure your mobile home. It may be especially good news. Local athletes competing in the Special Olympics wear the medals they won. From left are Billy Mater, Mike Neymeiyer, Sonja Gardner and Donnie Krueger. (Photo supplied) A delegation of twenty mentally impaired athletes from Eaton County are home now after competing at the 1985 Michigan Special Olympics State Summer Games May 30 through June 1. They were among mofe than 3,000 Special Olympians competing at the Games at Central Michigan Universtiy in Mt. Pleasant. Billy Mater, Mike Neymeiyer, Sonja Gardner and Donnie Krueger representing Maple Valley travelled to Mt. Pleasant following local training and competition. They were accompanied by local teacher, coach Glenna MacDanald. Also attending from Nashville were Heather DeLong and John Reese representing Meadowview in Charlotte. The athletes completed in events including track and field, swimming, diving, gymnastics and bowling. Between competitive events, athletes took advantage of training clinics, sports exhibitons, and recreational and cultural activities. Opening and closing ceremonies provided all the excitement and pageantry of the world Olympics. The summer games are part of Michigan Special Olympics year-round program of physical fitness, athletic training and sports competition for mentally impaired children and adults. From left, Thelma Christopher, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, John Warren and Bev Warren. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 Z/luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThtPNo Pro6^nPeop&r �Th* Mopl* Valley Newt. No»h*ill*. Tuesday. June 18. 1985 — Pag* 10 Castleton Township Board Maple Valley Board of Education REGULAR MEETING MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting of the Township Board was held Wednesday, June 5, 1985 at 8:00 p.m. at the Township Hall. Present: G. Godbey, N. Rasey, L. Pix­ ley, J. Cooley and S. Bishop. May minutes were approved as read. Board was shown a slide presentation on soil survey by representative from Barry Soil Conserva­ tion Dist. Treasurer's Report: General Fund $66,187.17: Fire Voted $40,308.27; Ambulance Voted $16,514.62; Township Improvement $45,110.68; Federal Revenue, $10,487.33. BILLS Maple Valley News . . $29.38 St. of Ml SS 246.76 Eaton Fed. Int 190.67 Reminder 42.00 C.F.C 176.15 J.W. Cooley 624.50 S. Bithop 387.00 S. Pixley 374.50 1. 2. 3. Consumers Power 35.18 Village of Nashville ......15.68 Mich. Bell ...... ..... 25.95 St. of Ml SS 246.76 MTA Dues 430.50 Mich. St. Workshop .. .120.00 Maple Valley News ..... 12.50 Burnham & Flower . .2468.00 Ambulance Voted Bill: Hometown Lumber . . .107.25 4. Motion to pay bills supported and passed. Motion to send Treasurer to workshop on tax col­ lection at Michigan State supported and passed. Motion by Rasey to advise Barry County Road Com­ mission to proceed with work from road tour of 4-30-85 plus work on Coville Rd. all totaling $8,837.02. Supported and passed. Motion to pay Burnham & Flower price they bid on insurance for township for 85-86, supported and passed. Motion to get bid on Morgan Rd. from private con­ tractor, withdrawn. Motion to adjourn supported and passed. Meeting adjourned 10:29 p.m. J.W. COOLEY, Supervisor S. BISHOP, Clerk 5. 6. 7. Bedford Auction FOOD SALE 8. Saturday, June 22 9. — 4:00 P.M. — Seafood, meats, vegetables and many other kinds of food. BEDFORD AUCTION m 10. 37 EWING WELL DRILLING 11. Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible duhimI. -r ■ 12. GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. 13. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 — JUNE 12, 1985 — Present: Ossenheimer, Cogswell, Sleeper, Tobias, Cole and Wolff. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Opening: Meeting called to order by the Vice-President. Minutes - Regular: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve the minutes of the May 8, 1985 regular meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Minutes - Special: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to approve the minutes of the May 9, 1985 special meeting and May 20, 1985 special meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Bills - General: Motion made by Tobias; supported by Cogswell to approve payment from the general fund bills in the amount of $285,551.93. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Bills - Debt Retirement: Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Tobias to provide replacement for tax refund from the Debt Retirement Fund to Barry and Eaton Coun­ ty Treasurer in the total amount of $6.51. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Payroll: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to approve transfer of funds from the general fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: May 10, 1985, $108,575.89; May 24, 1985, $113,649.88; June 4, 1985, $171,569.57; June 7, 1985, $29,250.90. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Communications: The Board of Education received a letter from Thrun, Maatsch & Nordberg, P.C., Maple Valley school attorney, advising a classroom event in­ vestigation is underway. Superintendent's Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. Playground Equipment: There was consensus of the board to allow the P.T.O. to purchase new playground equipment for Maplewood. Appropriations Budget.: Motion made by Cole, supported by Cogswell to approve the appropriations resolution covering the 1985-86 school year for 16.71 mills and 8.3 mills allocated for operational purposes and a levy of 1.35 mills for Debt Retirement. General Fund budget receipts $3,753,194 - Expenditures $3,867,122. Athletic Fund, Bookstore and Hot Lunch Account were also approved. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Jr-Sr Counselor Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to hire an additional Counselor for the 1985-86 school year. Ayes: Cole, Sleeper and Cogswell. Nays: Ossenheimer and Tobias. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion failed. Leave of Absence: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to approve the child care leave of absence for Charlene Garvey for the 1985-86 school year. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Mich. Ath. Assoc. Motion made by Cogswell, supported by Tobias to approve Maple Valley membership in the Michigan High School Athletic Association, Inc. - GRAND OPENING of PETERSEN'S RAPID OIL & TIRE Opening Tire Special ALSO AVAILABLE: • Goodyear Tires • A TV Tires and Wheels • Crater, ET and Keystone Wheels 5 Qts. Oil Lube& $1E00 Filter .. 19 L*cx 4 Qts. Oil Lube & . $1 /t10J0K Filter JL Steel-Belted Blackwall All Season RADIALS P195-75R14 *40M *41” 205-75R14 . *44” 215-75*14.... *4750 $3G°0 *46” *47“ 225-75*1 *48“ 235-75115 .... *50” 204 South Main, Nashville, Michigan CALL ...852-1948 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) 1980 GMC EL CAMINO PICK-UP FOR SALE: Has all options, spotless inside and out. Rust proofed. Has fiberglass cap. Call 945-2340. 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Coaches: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Cole to accept the following coaches recommended by Athletic Director, Larry Lenz: Junior Varsity Girls Basketball, Carol Kraai; Eighth Grade Girls Basketball, Kristine James; Cheerleading - Varsity Football, Karol Thompson.. Ayes: AIL Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. 15. Organizational Meeting: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to schedule the organizational meeting for Monday, July 8, 1985. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. 16. Pat Kivela - Secretary-Bookkeeper: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to ratify the tentative two year agreement as recommended by C. Wolff with secretarybookkepper, Pat Kivela. This included a five percent increase. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. 17. Dyselxia: There was considerable discussion regarding a program to help in educating students with dyslexia. Further consideration to include dyslexia in the in-service training for teachers will be given at the July Board Meeting. 18. Bridge Replacement: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to support Eaton County Road Commission's resolution to obtain additional federal funds for replacement of the bridge on Nashville Highway over Shanty Brook Creek. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. 19. MESSA: The non-support personnel negotiators and the Maple Valley Education Association will meet to discuss program costs through Equitable as underwriter compared with Blue Cross. The recommendations of these groups will be discussed at the July Board Meeting. 20. Committee Reports: The Policy and Curriculum committee has established guidelines for cheating. This was referred to the Curriculum Committee. There was discussion regarding attendance and Youth for Understanding. 21. Annual Election:' Anyone who desires a copy of the breakdown of the annual election may obtain one from Cen­ tral Office. 22. Athletic Policy: The ticket price and eligibility practice will be referred to the athletic booster and discussed at the July Board Meeting. 23. Other Business: The Board of Education expressed their ap­ preciation for Wayne Cogswell's past eight years of dedication to the Board. There was a brief discussion regarding the classroom sizes at Fuller School for the 1985.-86 school year. 24. Summer Aide: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to ap­ prove the hiring of Denna Shank to replace Dawn Cogswell to complete the work as classroom aide in the summer reading program. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. 25. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cogswell to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker and Hawkins. Motion carried. Time: 11:10 p.m. PAULA COLE, Secretary, Board of Education These minutes are subject to approval at the July regular Board Meeting. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! MAPLE VALLEY STANDARD Service Station & Convenience Store • Miller's Ice Cream* Grocery Items • Milk • Snack Foods • Cold Pop • Daily Newspapers SPECIALS — • Valvoline Oil 10W40 6 limit • Disc Player & Movie WITH FILL OVER *10.00 .. • Pool Supplies HOURS Monday thru Thursday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Location Corner M-66 & M-79 Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985__Page 11 Village off Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING 'LWl -SJw ScSrN ^ ck$SSSSrrsNSS ^k «$s v’ X S SJW s?isss; ; ss?s^ ?*kS">< ? I *»»< s SS "Mn •’ i * tain fol ■M^Wwnito ■W">xy«tai(F Mg imxsmr1) iSSkMiMi — MAY 23, 1985 — The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held May 23, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:22 p.m. Present, D. Chaffee, R. Furlong, G. Frith, G. Kent and C. Tobias. Absent R. Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by R. Furlong that the Police Committee recommends the Village Council install a new phone system in the Police Department that will ring in the Barry County Sherrif Department. Cost $150.00 for installation. Funds to be taken from General Government miscellaneous fund. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by R. Furlong supported by J. Kent to eliminate the first parking space on the southeast corner of Main Street and Washington Street to im­ prove visibility. Yes, Furlong, Frith, Kent, Tobias. D. Chaffee abstained from vote. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by D. Chaffee to ap­ prove the tax increase for operating revenue of .0004 mills which would bring a total increase to the Village of Nashville of $3,147.32 for the 1985 fiscal year. Yes, Chaffee, Frith, Kent and Tobias. No R. Furlong. Motion carried. Motion by G. Kent, supported by G. Frith to pave the remaining portion of Francis Street after the Francis Street Bridge is constructed. Estimated cost of $8,125.00. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by D. Chaffee to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President June 13, 1985 SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk Village of Nashville MINUTES of SPECIAL HEARING — MAY 23, 1985 — A public hearing of the Nashville Village Council held May 23, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Presi­ dent John Hughes. Present, D. Chaffee, R. Furlong, G. Frith, G. Kent and C. Tobias. Absent R. Harvey. PURPOSE: Truth & Taxation Hearing to discuss pro­ posed increase of .0004 mills in the operating tax millage rate to be levied in 1985. If adopted, the pro­ posed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorum property taxes 2.6% over such revenues generated by levies permitted without holding a hearing. Discussion. Public Hearing recessed at 7:22 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President June 13, 1985 SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Clerk ■■ rffWjCWM9?^ ^iltetenoiai Nashville Residents PUBLIC HEARING ^j*,^** j*,^** Thursday, June 27, 1985 at 7:10 p.m. at the Community Center, Nashville. Purpose: To discuss proposed vacation of the east end of Washington St. between lots 12 and 13 of the Hardendorf Addition, Village of Nashville. NASHVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL *y5>#*“, >“ f* lll!0® |M> p l<‘J I — NOTICE — Village of Vermontville will be ac­ cepting sealed bids on a 1978 Chev­ rolet '/2-Ton Pickup until 4 p.m. June 27, 1985. For more information, con­ tact the Village Office during regular hours. SHARON STEWART, Village Clerk Nashville Residents PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, June 27, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center, Nashville. Purpose: To discuss proposed abandonment of alley running east and west between Main St. and State St. and Railroad St. and Church St. between Lots 16 and 17 and 9 and 10 of the A.W. Phillips Addition, Village of Nashville. NASHVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL stay airborne for as long as 80 hours in a relatively still environment. Considered one of the most potent cancer-causing substances, the needle-like fibers of A weekly asbestos can penetrate delicate lung tissue. report from Because of the high risk, Asbestos Removal Would Be many insurance companies Licensed And Regulated refuse to cover contractors Under Legislation who do asbestos abatement A legislative package that work. The Krause bill dealt would license and insure with this issue and its contractors who remove language was drafted from State Representative asbestos from schools and the Public Health Depart­ businesses has been in­ ment and asbestos con­ troduced in the Michigan tractors while writing the House. legislation. HB 4838 (introduced by By working with these State Representative Victor groups, a comprehensive Krause, R-Rockford), would plan was developed that create a liability association business, and that will have to provide insurance for the should protect everyone and a positive ripple effect contractors. A second bill eliminate this health hazard. around the state. What’s (HB 4839, introduced by This is an excellent bipar­ tisan package that merits more, the increase in liquor Representative Tom passage. taxes that will also be used to Hickner, D-Bay City) would Asbestos must be com­ finance Cobo Hall in the tri­ provide for the licensing and county area extends regulation of the contractors pletely removed from the throughout the state. But the by the Department of Public school and work en­ money raised in the other 80 Health. An Asbestos Con­ vironment, but is must be counties will be returned to tractors Licensing Board done by capable and the counties. Half of the would be created to devise knowledgeable workers. money must be spent on requirements, training and This proposed legislation will take the necessary steps substance abuse, and the technical advice. to assure that the removal other halfcan be spent as the More than 70 percent of individual counties see fit. Michigan school districts process is conducted in the It makes sense that part of have asbestos in their school safest manner presently the money raised through buildings. We must assure known to us. liquor consumption be used that precautions are taken to Maple Valley Athletic Boosters in programs to combat protect workers, students alcoholism. and teachers during asbestos On balance, I think the removal. MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA Asbestos is most dangerous when it turns to THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. powder at the touch. It can Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. package is a good one. Cobo Hall will be a first rate convention center that can successfully compete for national business, and outstate counties will receive added revenue for programs and projects. ERNEST NASH Cobo Hall expansion will benefit entire state The new Cobo Hall ex­ pansion will be an economic benefit to all Michigan, and I voted in favor of the two bill package to finance the project. Under legislation that recently passed the Michigan House, the Detroit convention facility will be expanded to 150,000 square feet to make it competitive with other convention sites around the nation. It will be financed by an increase in hotel and motel taxes in metro Detroit and a liquor tax hike. An expanded Cobo Hall will help Detroit attract more tourists and convention BINGO Eaton County 4-Her's can compete in state dog show Eaton County youths will join other 4-H’ers from across the state in the Michigan 4-H Dog Show, July 27, at Michigan State University. The dog show gives young people a chance to demon­ strate the skills they’ve learned and taught their animals through the 4-H dog project. The 4-H members and their dogs will compete in a variety of events, including obedience, showmanship, brace, team and Leader Dog puppy classes. In showmanship classes, 4H’ers are judged on their dog handling and showing skils and will demonstrate their animal’s conditioning for the show ring. Young people competing in the Leader Dog puppy classes will demonstrate how well their animals have learned the basic skills they’ll need later to become leader dogs for the blind. The show will be at the MSU horse show grounds, on the corner of Farm Lane and Mt. Hope Road on the MSU campus. Registration deadline for participation is July 5. For more information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. 4-H Entomology leader workshop set Eaton County 4-H volunteer and teen leaders are invited to attend an entomology workshop July 19-20 at the Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Comers. KBS is the conrence and education center for agricultural and natural resource research projects. Participants will be able to improve their basic knowledge of insects and gain hands-on experience in new 4-H entomology project areas. Workshop sessions will cover fair exhibits, insect traps and identification hints, blacklighting and habitat studies. ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100, (tfn)__ GOVERNMENT HOMES from $1 (U repair). Also deliquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000, ext. GH-6574 for information. (6-25)______ LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Reservations are due July 12. For more information about the entomology workshop or other 4-H ac­ tivities, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. 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MAIN, NASHVILLE^ • 852-1948 Open: Mon-Thurs. 8:30-8 pm, Fri. & Sat. 8:30-9 pm; Closed Sunday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 12 Sign up now for Michigan State Fair youth division exhibits by Nancy D. Thelen, Ex­ tension 4-H Youth Agent Begin preparing your entries now for the Youth Division Exhibits at the 1985 Michigan State Fair. The dates for the 137th annual Michigan State Fair are Aug. 23 through Sept. 2, (Labor Day). Exhibits in the Youth Division include: Livestock, Rabbits and Homemaking, Industrial Arts, Crops, Horticulture, Hobby Crafts, Garden, Science, Art and Educational exhibits. In addition to these events, a dog show, a fashion show and a showmanship contest will be featured. Competitors in the Youth Division are to be nine years or older and no older than nineteen by Dec. 31, 1985. The dog show will again be in its new location in the Livestock Show Pavilion. The show date is Sept. 2, on Labor Day. New awards this year include Supreme Champion Ewe, Supreme Champion Gilt and Supreme Champion Heifer. The trophies are sponsored by Citizen’s Bank, Flint. Other youth sponsors are: James B. Jones, Flint; Bains Packing, Howell; Leona Jones, Flint; Far­ mers’ Advance, Camden; Michigan Livestock Ex­ change, Lansing; Michigan Farm Bureau-Young Far­ mers, Lansing. Leather banners, plaques and beautiful hand tooled leather items will be awarded to youth exhibitors in the various events. Be prepared to judge livestock and answer questions on Sunday, Aug. 25, in the Youth Livestock Judging Contest. The contest will take place in the Livestock Show Pavilion. The 4-H Softball Playoffs will again be played at Softball City on the Michigan GAREY’SVARIETY The Store that Offers More ! ORANGE SLICES 1/2 lb. 49 COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1pipe 5' length. 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The State Fair is also in need of several older youths to work during the Fair and Horse Shows, Aug. 20 through Sept. 2. If interested, contact Allyn Van Dyke at (313) 368-1000, ext. 121. Established in 1849, the Michigan State Fair is the oldest state fair in the nation and one of the best. The dates for our 137th State Fair are Aug. 23 through Sept. 2 (Labor Day). For additional information on any of the Michigan State Fair events contact Carol J. Culham, Michigan State Fair, 1120 West State Fair Avenue, Detroit, MI 48203, (313) 368-1000. Entry books are also available from the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. The falling rain didn't stop these Nashville residents from putting out their goods Saturday afternoon during the Community Garage Sale in Nashville. Mindy Garn, daughter of Cindy Doolittle, of 212 Middle, said they had a steady flow of people for most of the morning and afternoon. 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Nashville Garage Sale continues despite falling rain, Saturday invited to participate in the Michigan Trophy Buckle Junior Sheep Show on July 28 at the Michigan State University Livestock Judging Pavilion. The show, which is open to Michigan youth from 9 through 19 years of age, will include both breeding and market sheep classes. In the breeding sheep division, there will be classes for ram lambs, ewe lambs and yearling ewes. All breeds may enter. Any breed having 12 or more entries will have a separate breed show. Breeds with fewer than 12 entries will be shown together. There will also be a commercial division, but no ram lambs will be shown in this division. The fee for breeding stock entries is $2.5’0 per head, and entries close July 15. The market lamb entry fee will be $5 per head. Entries for the market show should be made the day of the event. The market lamb classes will be determined be weight. The breeding sheep show will begin at 9 a.m. and the market lamb show at 2 p.m. For more information, contact the Eaton County Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594 or contact Ken Geuns, Department of Animal Science, 195 Anthony Hall, MSU, East Lansing, MI 48824, or call 353-2924. Thel STIHL | O11AVEQ1 Quickstop * available. A Lot of Saw in a Little Package. This compact, lightweight saw offers many profes­ sional features like Stihl’s heavy-duty, anti-vibration system, automatic chain oiling, a specially-impregnated, long-life cylinder and more. It’s a lot more saw for the money. It’s a Stihl. ASHVILLE a SPORTING SPORTIN H HARDWARE f 105 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml 852-0713 STIHL. NUMBER ONE WORLDWIDE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 13 Another in a series of informational messages concerning your phone service. Questions about phone service? Start with the facts. 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Or simply ask for the brochures by calling the Michigan Bell Let’s Thlk Center toll free: phone e rvn ReP*,r Phone S® f who‘°c’ Please send me the brochures I have checked: 1. Repair 05. Ways to Save 2. Long Distance 6. Arranging for Service n7-. H and>i.capped■ 3. Your Phone Bill O 4. Equipment u Services name Mail to: Michigan Bell Phone Facts Today Brochures 112 Grand River Port Huron, Michigan 48060 - (Please allow three weeks for delivery) Get the new Phone Facts Today brochures. Because the more you know about how things work, the more they can work for you. Michigan Bell AN ssmEitiTECri COMPANY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 18, 1985 — Page 14 Raggedy Ann & Andy hold magic for former resident By Elaine Gilbert As a young child Julie Sheldon adored the “Raggedy Ann and Andy” book series, created by the late Johnny Gruelle. Today as a businesswoman who is a rare book dealer based in Hastings, Julie still treasures the Raggedy Ann and Andy stories for per­ sonal reasons and as a collector. She has amassed what she thinks is the largest collection of Gruelle’s books in the United States. Julie has been compiling a bibliography of Gruelle’s works which she plans to Engagements Clements - Sanders Darrrell and Marlyn Clements of Nashville are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Victoria Ann Clements to Mark Duane Sanders, son of Lennis and Laura Lee Sanders of Mason. Vickie is a 1985 graduate of Maple Valley. Mark is a 1980 graduate of Mason High Byington - Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Philip H. Byington, 411 S. Main, Vermontville, announced the engagement of their daughter, Gwen Jo Byington, to Mark Anderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Farrel Anderson of 2525 Ottawa Trail, Hastings. A summer wedding is planned. School and a 1982 graduate of Lincoln Technical Institute of Indiana, and is currently employed at Baker Lawn and Garden in Charlotte. An August 17,1985 wedding is being planned. The ceremonies will be held at the Union Church of Five Corners in Charlotte. publish and. she’s very ex­ cited about the recent op­ portunity she had to meet and talk with the author­ illustrator’s son, Worth who is an artist in his own right and also carries on the work of his father. “I’ve been working on the bibliography for years, but I felt I should put a biographical sketch about Johnny in the •'beginning. When I found out that Worth was still alive, I thought it would be a wonderful op­ portunity to get first-hand information about his dad,” said Julie. During a recent trip to Florida to visit her sister, Julie made an appointment to visit with Worth and his wife Suzanne at their Rockledge home. She spent several hours there talking and taking notes as Worth, young looking at 72, recalled memories of his father. Julie describes the Gruelles as friendly, “beautiful people.” “He (Worth) was genuinely a generous person, very happy to help out and seemed happy to meet me.” While they talked he was drawing Raggedy Ann and Andy illustrations on wooden Easter eggs for the annual egg roll at the White House. Some of his egg creations will go on permanent display at the Smithsonian Institute. Without giving away all of the Gruelle biographical GARAGE SALE drawa Sa a?iB GET INSTANT CASH!! SELL THOSE ODDS & ENDS and HOUSEHOLD ITEMS YOU'RE NOT PUTTING TO USE WITH a Reminder V CALL N 945-9554 TODAY! 26,000 copies of your ad will be printed JUESDAYI^ personal ad. O nl V $ for 5 Words E h /kd d2iti°° Word 1O Each/kdditional Julie displays some of her collection of Raggedy Ann and Andy Books and the other memorabilia she collects. information she plans to put in her book, Julie says that it is true that the Raggedy Ann and Andy books were written in memory of Johnny’s deceased daughter, Mar­ cella, who died after a chronic illness at age 14. During her illness, Johnny had spent time spinning stories to entertain Mar­ cella. After she died, he created the series with Marcella as the little girl in the books who owns the Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls. Gruelle’s first Raggedy Ann and Andy book was published in 1918, the era when World War I was nearly over and Woodrow Wilson was President. During Julie’s visit with Worth he told her that he could recall times as a young boy when his father would allow him to color in the sketches he had made of the Raggedy Ann and Andy characters. In addition to creating Raggedy Ann and Andy books, Johnny Gruelle illustrated children’s books for other authors, a political­ type cartoon called Yellow Kid and a cartoon strip called Brutus. Julie said she was delighted when Worth showed her some of the Brutus material because she had never seen it before. For the bibliography she is writing, Julie says she plans to include just the books that were illustrated or written by Johnny. She plans to incorporate information about Worth too. ‘‘The (Gruelle) bibliography is something that has not been done in the book trade,” said Julie who hopes her book can be finished next year after she wraps up some current projects involving the palmistry classes she teaches. She estimates that Johnny Gruelle has been involved in ;more than 100books. Meeting ' with Worth Gruelle “was just one of thosethingsthat was meant to happen,” says Julie. “I had no ideathat he was even alive...I did know of his existance.” It was a rather bizarre set of circumstances that set the stage for the two to meet. Julie explains that a friend in Midland was responsible for the meeting. g. The friend d, who purchases Raggedy Ann books from Julie,, met Worth’s lawyer on an air­ plane. In conversation, the friend mentioned that she liked Raggedy Ann books and the lawyer gave her Julie Sheldon shows the treasured watercolor of Raggedy Ann that was given to her by Worth Gruelle, son of the Johnny Gruelle who created the Raggedy Ann and Andy characters. Worth’s address. The friend passed the address on to Julie. “They (Worth (Worth and Suzanne Gruelle) think of Raggedy Ann and Andy like I do, as real live dolls,” smiles Julie. “His'wife is in love with the Raggedy Ann characters and what they stand for, said Julie who points out that each book has some sort of a moral to the story. “The characters are so good to everybody. In one book, for instance, they meet a ‘bad’ witch and by the end of the book they’ve done a lot for her and she turns out to be a good witch. What does Julie find so intriquing about the Raggedy Ann and Andy books? “Maybe it’s the fairy tale type of ending,” she says. “Everything turns out well and they do good things for other people. I’ve always liked that. I like stories with happy endings.” Her affection for the books was seeded during her childhood. “My mother, LaDuska Sheldon, was the librarian in NashvQle (and still is). I was always in there reading books and Raggedy Ann and Andy were my favorite at that time.” Now, she says, “I’ve probably got the largest collection (of his books) in the country and that would have to be in the world too...” Besides the books, Julie, who is married to Mark Edger, collects all types of items featuring Raggedy Ann and Andy. She has paper dolls, a comb, cologne, regular and toy-sized dishes, a scarce puzzle that has a different picture on each side, and much more. She also has an envelope that Worth illustrated with a sketch of Raggedy Ann and Andy. One of her most recent and prized additions is a watercolor of Raggedy Ann which Worth created and gave to Julie as a gift. Julie plans to display the watercolor in her office. Worth and Suzanne signed thewatercolorand enscribed it with aspecial note: “For Julie Sheldon with magic wishes from Raggedy Ann.” Teeple’s celebrate 50th The brothers and sister of Maurice and Cora Teeple of Cadillac are hosting an open house in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary, Sunday, June 30, at the Community Hall in Putnam Park, Nashville, from 2 to 5 p.m. Maurice and Cora Graham were married July 7, 1935 and for many years lived in Nashville. All of their friends along with family are cordially invited to attend. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 50 — Tuesday, June 25, 1985 More educational financing needed, survey says Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is aimed at improving the public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. Of the respondents who were asked if they think there is too much, enough or not enough funds provided to the Maple Valley schools to meet the educational needs of the children, four of five staff members (85 percent), three of four students (75 percent) and two out of five voters (41 percent) feel that more school financing is needed. But a plurality of voters, (45 percent) think the schools have enough money to adequately meet these needs. “This is a significant difference of opinion,” said Kathy Feaster, state education consulant. When the respondents were asked why they feel the way they do, three percent of the four percent who said there is too much money believe so because they feel there is too much waste and the money is not well spent. Fifteen percent of the voters who said there are enough funds feel there needs to be better management of the funds available. Reasons given by voters who said there are not enough funds believe so because cuts have been made in the curriculum and the lack of finances has caused a decline in quality of education, etc. Thirty-four percent of the staff feel a lack of books, supplies, equipment and maintenance show a lack in funds, and 12 percent of students realize a need for more money because they have to pay to participate in sports. “That is a very strong student response,” said Feaster. As indicated in the survey report, more than one of three public school parents (39 percent) and half of the voters who have no children in the Maple Valley public schools, are not convinced that the schools have a need for more funds. The majority of voters indicate the board is doing a good to fair job in keeping the citizens informed of the financial needs of the school district. However, three of four instructional staff members (85 percent) feel the board is doing a poor job in informing the public of the district’s financial needs. Survey respondents were then asked to state their opinions on how they feel about the spending practices of the district. A plurality of voters and a majority of staff members give the schools a good to excellent rating on their spending habits, while a majority of students rate these practices as fair. When responses of Maple Valley voters are compared to those of citizens statewide, Maple Valley voters rate their district’s money management higher. Eleven percent of Maple Valley voters rated their district excellent on spending habits, while a statewide poll reveals only six percent feel their districts spend money wisely. Thirty-five percent of MV voters give the district a good rating in that same respect, while statewide voters give their districts a stronger fair (33 percent) rating than good (31 per­ cent). Of the staff members interviewed, 13 percent said the district does a poor job of managing the available funds. One major reason given for the poor rating is Continued on Page 7 Vermontville gets new flag pole, village truck Methodist youth kick off Holy Land fundraising effort The Vermontville Methodist junior-senior youth group kicked off the first of many fund raising events to take place over the next three years to earn money for a trip to the Holy Land. The group met at the church Thursday morning and proceeded to walk to the Gresham Methodist Church, a 16-mile round trip. Each youth had sponors for each mile walked or had a total amount donated for the trek. “This (the walk-a-thon) is part of a combined effort with Gresham,” youth leader Sheila Wiskowski explained. “And there will be many more fund raisers over the next three years.” Wiskowski, along with assistant youth leaders Sandra Code and Lucy Miller walked with the group, as did the Rev. Glenn Litchfield. Vermontville village recently purchased a new truck from Shaheen Chevrolet of Lansing, for general maintenance and snow removal. The truck arrived May 20 and is shown here with Tony Wawiernia. Ray Stevens gets key to Nashville A key to the village of Nashville (Michigan) was presented to singer-arranger Ray Stevens last Friday during the TV program “Nashville Now.” Stevens received the big wooden key on the evening program hosted by Ralph Emery and featured on the Nashville Network. The key was given as a gesture of welcome to Stevens before he appeared at Sandyland Park on Sunday. It also was given to promote his “Nashville to Nashville to Nashville Tour.” Village Clerk Suzy Cork­ well explained that Stevens appeared in Nashville, Tenn, last Friday; then at Nash­ ville, Ind. on Saturday before coming to Nashville, ML Sunday. The key which was given to Stevens was handmade by Elmer Jarvie who recently retired as Nashville’s postmaster. A letter of welcome from Nashville Village President John Hughes also was given to Stevens at the same time and was read on the TV program. The Vermontville Methodist junior-senior high youth group walked 16-miles Thursday to raise money for a trip they plan to take to the Holy Land in 1988. (Maple Valley News photo by Shelly Sulser) RY RCH STREET sfeiam 53 A flag that once flew over the nation's capitol is now a fixture in front of village hall in Vermontville, atop a pole made by Tony Wawiernia and Monty O'Dell of the local DPW. Here, Wawiernia flies the flag early one morning last week. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 2 Dome house is dream home for local family of materials is cheaper.” After settling on the newer, futuristic model, the work began, with Wood and Christina’s father, Sid Erickson of Lansing, assembling the dome portion. “It’s all roof,” Wood notes. “All you have to do is bolt it together.” But the real work comes when it’s time to put in the walls, moving them, and moving them again, before determining a permanent position. The family, which includes 14-year-old Greg, 12-year-old Nikki and 8-year-old Lisa, moved into the basement in 1983 at start of the dome home project. After the paint dried and the sawdust cleared, a beautiful dome house, surrounded by a wood deck, emerged. “We tried to do everything ourselves,” said Wood. But some things just became too difficult. “This kind of house is a shingler’s nightmare,” Wood discovered after spending four to five-weeks just to get half the house shingled. "We finally hired some professionals to do it and they had it done within three days.” The shingles are to be placed in a triangular pat­ tern, which is not normal Continued an next pag< Doug Wood of rural Vermontville recently completed construction on his futuristic geodesic dome house, where he resides with his wife and three children. by Shelly Sulser “There is nothing traditionally shaped in this house,” Doug Wood says of his home. Wood built an unusually shaped geodesic dome house because he wanted something different. And, he claims, it’s much more ef­ ficient to heat. “The company says because of the shape of the building, you get natural circulation, whereas in a home with square rooms, heat tends to rise,” Wood explained. The house looks sort of like an astronomical space station, and is situated on five-acres of land on Ver­ montville Highway. The outer shell was purchased from the - Geodesic Dome Company, with all the in­ terior planning and designing left for the builder to decide. Wood grew up on a farm near Owosso, while wife Christina is a Lansing native. For 11-years, the couple resided in Grand Ledge where Doug works as a social studies teacher at the middle school. They decided to take on the challenge of the Ver­ montville home-building endeavor five-years ago. “I wanted to have some land of my own so I bought this and began building the house one-and-a-half years later,” Wood notes. “The house we moved from was a small ranch-style house. When we decided to move we investigated different types of homes,” he said. “We found that this type of home is super efficient and the cost How can you insure replacement of your mobile home without depreciation? No problem. Auto-Owners Mobile Home Policy offers replacement cost coverage without depreciation to qualified mobile homes. 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Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday: rME.ovrenni:in—ngg WeS_eo_rr_vsiihc iep 11 7 -ap .m-m . ‘‘>cUUnndanaZvS 3eScrcvnh0iocDoeIl 10 a.m. °m m’ LYonuutthh; FeelllonwschiiPn ‘ 6AnP m- rE._v_e_n:i—ng eS_e_r_viice .. 7 -p .-m. ‘‘>UnaaZS 3ecrn v0icDeI 11 a a..m.. p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: P.M. Service....... 7 p.m. Bible Study........... 8 p.m. AWANA..........7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER p.m.REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. a.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. SAunMdaWy: k- O , C P-M- Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. WorahM.15a.rn. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10.30 a.m. Worship 7g p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville rev. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service—11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service____7 p.m. Sat. Mass...... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service......... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P1M. Worship ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) Thursday Night: Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 3 Dairy poster winners picked Sixteen youth from throughout Eaton County participate in the fourth annual dairy poster contest on June 14, held at Felpausch Food Center in Charlotte. Poster entries, using the theme of “Milk’s Got More,” were divided into four age classes. In the under 9 division the first place poster was en­ tered by Dawn Pennington of Charlotte, while second place went to Rex Reist from Mead of Mulliken won third. Charlotte. Scott Gilding of Charlotte Jolene Pennington of entered the top poster in the Charlotte claimed first place age 15 and over division. in the 9 and 10 year old class; Amy Langmaack of Ryan Gilding, Charlotte was Charlotte won second, while second; and third went to Doug Pennington of Mandee Reist of Charlotte. Charlotte took third place. In the 11-14 year old Other unique posters were division, the first place designed by Autumn Mead of poster was designed by Dan Mulliken; Jodi Lilly, Grand Pennington of Charlotte. Jim Ledge; Dennis Pennington, Lilly of Grand Ledge took Charlotte; Aaron Mead, and Chris second place and Amber Mulliken; Langmaack of Charlotte. The contest was sponsored by the Eaton County 4-H Dairy Committee, the Felpausch Food Center, County Fresh Dairy, and The American Dairy truly goes on as the life of the Association. Winners unborn is threatened in its received cash awards, certificates and “Ernest” Town sanctuary. Legislative news will be shirts and hats. All par­ shared. Also at the meeting ticipants received “Ernest” there will be a rally to posters and stickers, plus recruit volunteers to help at frisbees from the ADA. The the booth at the Barry posters will be on display at County Fair the third week the Felpausch Food Center of July. in Charlotte until the end of Anyone interested in June, which is Dairy Month. making a difference in this The first place posters in vital issue should plan to the three older division will attend. then compete in the State 4-H The Nashville Community Dairy Poster Contest to be Building is located on Main held in August at Michigan Street in Nashville. State University. Maple Valley Right to Life showing film today The Wood family is shown here displaying the unique shape of the dining area in the dome house. practice. But despite the late hours, long drives and in­ conveniences while the house was being erected, the family is very pleased with the result. “We have no complaints. It was very challenging and was more work than we thought it would be but we’re happy with it,” Wood says surveying his castle. All the interior decorating is left up to the builder when a geodesic home is pur­ chased, because the basic shell is the main ingredient. As a result, no two homes are alike because each one is designed to fit the individual tastes of the homeowners. Now that the children, who also had a hand in the construction process, have gotton used to their new school, home and surroundings, they just take it as ordinary. “We’ve been in it (the house) long enough that they’ve forgotten how it used to be,” Wood says of his kids. During construction, many curious passersby would stop and ask to tour the in­ teresting structure. Although dome homes are not an everyday sight, many are popping up around the state. “It won’t be long before the whole area is dotted with them,” Wood chuckled. The Maple Valley Right to Life organization will be hosting the showing of the film “Silent Scream” at its 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 25th general meeting at the Nashville Community Building. The film has brought about a new revelation of what Teeples to observe 50th anniversary The brothers and sister of Maurice and Cora Teeple of Cadillac are hosting an open house in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary, Sunday, June 30, at the Community Hall in Putnam Park, Nashville, from 2 to 5 p.m. Maurice and Cora Graham were married July 7, 1935 and for many years lived in fifties standard “Good Night Nashville. Sweatheart” All of their friends along Also contributing to the with family are cordially success of the shows was invited to attend. They have opening act Don Dowland of requested no gifts please. Lansing. Don combined music- with humorous costumes to set the comedy tone for the day. Dowland was especially effective during the first show’s delay, entertaining those who stayed near during the rain. Coming next to Sandyland Park on July 7 will be Wayion Jennings. Family Hair Styles ...by Irene Ray Stevens gives excellent shows at Sandyland Park By Steve Reid Frequent early afternoon rain showers failed to dampen the spirits of ap­ proximately 2,000 people who gathered at Sandyland Park to be entertained by Ray Stevens. Stevens made up for the first show rain delay by putting on an excellent show that combined music and comedy. “Ahab the Arab,” “Freddy Feel Good,” “Gitarzan,” “The Shriners Convention, “Along Came Jones,” “Misty,” and Payne’s Ceramics 309 NORTH MAIN NASHVILLE, Ml HOURS ... Tuesday 12 to 5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Friday 12 to5 HOME PHONE 852-0774 “Everything Is Beautiful” were just some of the hits that the crowd clapped and laughed along to. Ray featured two songs from his most recent album, “He Thinks He’s Ray Stevens.” They provided humorous narations of two situations about “The Lousiana Squirrel Revival” and “The Obscene Phone Caller.” Closing his program, Stevens performed one of his most popular songs, “The Streak.” He encored with a Maple Valley Women’s League Softball Tournament July 20-21 Double Elimination Class D - Below Entry Fee... $90°^ Enter your team today ... Call Sandy 852-1742 after 5 p.m. or Bonny 616-758-3868 after 6 p.m. Phone 852-9107 It's Smooth Sailing Ahead COA Menu, Coming Events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging. Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and at the Masonic Temple in Nashville; IRENE’S BEAUTY SHOP Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Mithodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. June 26 - Veal cutlet in broth, corn O’Brien, stewed tomatoes, cake-Hastings, Sing along with Fern and the Unique Washtub Band-All Sites, birthday parties. June 27 - Swedish meat­ balls, noodles, squash, coleslaw, peach slicesHastings and Nashville, Bingo. June 28 Sloppy joes, vegetable soup, potato salad, fruit cocktail—Woodland, Blood pressure clinincDelton, John Maddux of C.A.A. July 1 - Baked chicken, yams, brussel sprouts, fresh fruit—Hastings, Social Security-Nashville, Blood pressure clinic—Delton and Hastings, Craft class. July 2 - Oriental casserole with rice, cottage cheese, peas, cherries-Hastings, Humanities class. Margarine, milk and bread are included with each meal. Coffee and tea available. Menu subject to change without notice. When You Open a NOW Account at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan Association Our NOW Accounts offer all the benefits and conveniences of total checking account services ... Plus: 5!4% Interest Individuals, Non-Profit and Qualified Business Accounts: Minimum balance w/raturn chock service ............................................ *500 *300 Minimum balance w/safekeeping service.............................................. . SENIOR CITIZENS ■ NO MINIMUM BALANCE REQUIRED! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 4 Memories off the DCISt by Susan Hinckley Former furniture factory started on a small scale Nashville’s earliest and largest industry was the Lentz Table Factory, founded by Jacob Lentz in 1867, the same year the French-born cabinetmaker came to Nashville from New York State. He was soon joined by his wife and three sons, Charles, Albert and Lewis. As each of the young men came of age they were taken into part­ nership by their father. When Jacob Lentz died in 1915 at age 96 the sons carried on the family business and it continued to grow and prosper. At its peak, the furniture manufacturing firm that specialized in fine reproductions of 18th cen­ tury tables hired as many as 100 workers, and was a mainstay of the local economy for some threequarters of a century. In 1926, looking forward to the company’s 60th an­ niversary the following year, Albert Lentz wrote a piece for the Nashville News, recalling the family’s early days in New York and the beginning of their industry here. The article was published in The News on October 14, 1926. Albert passed away two years later. His older brother, Charles, had died in 1925, while the youngest son, Lewis,.-lived until 1952. By that time Albert’s sons Frank and Carl had joined in the family operation. (The complete Lentz Table Company story was told in a Memories of the Past article published on April 3, 1984.) Following is the report Albert wrote for the Nash­ ville News in 1926 about his life work and the growth of the Lentz Table Factory. “I began my career in a furniture factory at the close of the Civil War, about 1865. (Note: At that time Albert would have been about 15 or 16 years of age.) My father and myself began working at piece work in a small factory operated by H. D. Jenner and Brother at Palmyra, New York. Our work was putting up cases, both dressing and bureaus. These two young men were able men at the time I began. We always called them Henry and Bill. Henry was the older and more sensible. We worked for these two brothers about two years and were getting about $14 per week, and that was good pay those times, as $1 then would buy what we pay $5 for now. This $14 was the pay for the both of us. LENTZ TABLE Also in business with their father were Albert's two brothers, Lewis E. (left, bottom) and Charles. Lentz pieces were sold over a wide market area and are now prized as antiques in many households locally and nationwide. The shop was not as well planned as the Lentz Table Co., for we had only one saw machine on our floor, with about 8 to 10 men, and we would have to wait for one another. Rates, 1 to 8; Lentz Table Co., 11 to 20. These two brothers had one bad habit. They were booze fighters and were drunk a goodly part of the time. Mrs. Lentz and I were in the old town in 1911 (for a visit), and I learned then that these two brothers kept on drinking until they drank up their factory and large retail store they owned and had a large stock of nice furniture, and they drank that all up, and when that was gone they sank so low they had to scrub cuspidors and floors to get drinks, and thus ended the lives of men who had the makings of good men within. And besides they lost their prestige, their business and their self­ respect and finally their lives. My father and myself, after we had worked nearly a year, or longer, became dissatisfied, as we thought that two of us should easily earn more than 12 to 14 dollars per week. And some of our shopmates were telling us that they were paying $5 per day and roast beef in Rochester, 24 miles west of us, and we packed up and moved there, and our pay roll averaged 5 to 7 dollars per week. We only worked about 3 to 5 months and we again became restless and got the moving fever, so Father came to Maple Grove, where he had a brother-in-law, and together they went prospecting and Father decided to locate in Nash­ ville, and he wrote us to pack up and get a car for our hosehold goods, and we came by passenger train to Battle Creek where he met us. He had my uncle with him, and we were all packed in a bob sleigh and met a good aunt, who gave us all lunch, and put us to bed at the midnight hour. Oh, I shall never forget the reception that we got at the old log house, with its quaint old fireplace,and they used to burn large logs, which sent a cheer all over the room. Fred Brumm was then a little shaver. My, what buckwheat pancakes Aunt used to make. It seemed that I could not get filled up on her cakes, they were so good. In a few days Father came to Nashville and bought the house and lot where Dr. C. K. Brown is now located and Mother and we boys moved in. Lewis was then only seven years old, but we all had a place to fill. About this time my father and myself began to manufacture furniture, and This factory built on Lentz Street in 1891 on the east side of Nashville was the largest and last home of the firm, which at its peak employed some 100 workers specializing in fine furniture manufacturing and antique reproductions. The plant was built after fire destroyed an earlier factory just west of the Main Street business district. That disaster prompted Nashville to install a waterworks system to pro­ vide adequate fire protection. This last factory was razed in the 1970s to build the Maple Valley Arms Apartments. The nucleus of the Lentz Table Company operation in Nashville is seen in the center of this 1920 photo, at which time the site comprised the office (second building from left) and adjacent home of Dr. C. K. Brown. The brick building at left was the Lentz furniture showroom built in 1880 (now the Masonic Temple). At the extreme right, seen through the service bay of the old White Rose station, is the Charles Putnam home (now the library). Just left of that is the old Albert Lentz residence, which presently houses Maple Leaf Florist. brother Charles turned table legs by foot power. L. E. (Lewis) went to school in the old wooden building - that was all Nashville could boast. This building finally gave way to the brick building that was later destroyed by fire. We soon leaned that it did not pay us to turn our table legs by foot power and plane our top stock by hand, although we furnished many a householder with shavings. Accordingly we rented Philip Holler’s old saw mill that long was extinct. But we were handicapped to a great extent as it was in the fever and ague period, and my brother Charles and myself were continually having the ague, and we would shake the cook stove as we sat by it during the chill. period, which was always followed by a severe fever and a very hard, splitting headache. Oh, how I used to hate to have the ague on account of the headache that came along withit. A good many of the people had the ague, as there were many swamps that threw off a malaria that caused it. Right here, let me say that the fever that followed the ague was something that one would not soon forget. I have lain many, many times with one of those splitting headaches, lasting a whole day and one night. Gee, but the mosquitos were thick in those early days from 1867 on up, and they are still with us. It was in the 1867 that we arrived in Nashville, just sixty years next March. We soon had to quit the water power, so we tried a one- horse power, but it only was adapted to turn legs and saw small stuff, and we soon had to procure a small engine, about 5 h.p., and we soon outgrew that. We were then in the rear building that is yet standing and housing stock for Don Hess and Dan Feighner. (Note: This would have been at the rear of what is now the Masonic Temple building; the Lentz’s first location was just north of that structure, where Dr. Myers’ office is now situated.) We also outgrew the 5horsepower engine, and as we did not have room enough there, we bought a piece of land with a barn on it of Ray Irland’s grandfather. We remodeled the barn some and used it for a factory but we soon outgrew that also, and in the year of 1876 we enlarged it and veneered it with brick, and in the year 1891 that building burned to the ground. (Note: This structure was located just back of Buxton Block, which is now the location of Grandma’s Greenery and commonly called the old Stop and Shop building.) We had just installed some new machinery we had bought. We put in a 3-drum sander and I bought a new Continued on next page— Albert Lentz (left), in a 1926 piece for The Nashville News, recalled his youthful days in a furniture factory in New York and his family's migration to Michigan, where his father Jacob Lentz (right) founded the Lentz Table Co. in Nashville in 1867. Albert's brothers, Charles and Lewis, also were associated with the business and, later, Albert's sons Carl and Frank. Seen in this 4-generation photo taken in 1911 are Albert's daughter Fem Kuhlman and her son Paul. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 5 For outdoor lovers poison ivy can present misery If you’re sensitive to poison ivy, the best way to avoid a lot of misery is to steer clear of this pesky plant. That tends to be more difficult than it sounds, however. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, points out that poison ivy can grow as a climbing, woody vine at­ tached to trees, fences or other objects; an erect shrub a few inches high; or a creeping vine without support. The leaves, borne in groups of three, are reddish and drooping in the spring. As they expand, they turn glossy or dull green and may be hairy. The shapes of in­ dividual leaves can vary greatly. All of this variation can make identifying - and avoiding -- poison ivy very difficult. Inconspicuous clusters of small greenish flowers appear after the leaves. The berrylike, waxy fruits form in the summer. They tend to be gray to white, with lengthwise lines that give them the appearance of a Obituaries Mrs. Marion F. Hamm NASHVILLE Mrs. Marion F. Hamm, 78, of 418 Phillips St., Nashville, died Friday June 21, 1985, at Pennock Hospital. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Monday, June 24 at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. Rev. James E. Sherman officiated with burial in Oakwood Cemetery in Grand Ledge. Mrs. Hamm was bom March 23, 1907 in Aurelius Township, Ingham County, the daughter of Fred and Florence (Potter) Dolbee. She was raised in Ingham County and attended Gretton School and Mason High School. She was married to Joseph William Hamm in 1927. They lived in Pot­ terville for a short time before moving to Washington, D.C. She was employed for over 15 years by the federal government and retired in 1950 when they moved to Nashville. Mr. Hamm died November 2, 1984. Mrs. Hamm is survived by four stepdaughters, Mrs. Lucille Harrison of Hollywood, Fla., Mrs. Vernadine Smithey of Washington D.C., Mrs. Dorothy Wilson and Mrs. Betty Arnold both of Newark, N.J. and one brother, Neal Dolbee of Charlotte. Patrick A. Moran REDFORD Patrick A. Moran, 54, of Redford, MI died Monday, June 17,1985 at Hospice of S. E. Michigan. Funeral Services were held Thursday, June 20, 1:30 p.m. at Ross B. Northrop and Son Funeral Home, Detroit, with Rev. V. F. Halboth of­ ficiating. Burial was in Grand Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Cancer Foundation, Grace Lutheran Church, Redford, Mich., or Hospice of S. E. Michigan. Mr. Moran was born March 8, 1931 in West Virginia. He was a super­ visor at Rouge Steel Division of Ford Motor Company, and a farmer in Nashville, MI. Surviving are his wife, the former Norma J. (Marquette) Moran; a son, Larry of Redford, MI, two daughters, Cheryl Johns of Nashville and Patricia Gordon of Nashville; nine grandchildren; a brother, Ralph Moran of Drayton Plains. We will be CLOSED July 4th & 5th Start turning heads this summer with a smashing... peeled orange. After the leaves turn red and drop in the fall, the presence of the berries makes identification fairly-easy. The berries are also to blame for the spread of poison ivy into backyards and home landscapes. Birds using the fruits as an emergency food source in the winter scatter the seeds. The result may be poison ivy vine snaking through a shrub, up a tree, along a wall or through a lawn. To be effective, any control effort has to kill or completely remove the root system, Krizek says. Digging the roots when the soil is wet can eradicate the plant if it’s well done. Roots that are broken off in the ground can resprout. Frequent mowing of the leaves -- the plant’s food factories - can eventually starve the roots. You must mow often, Krizek says, so new leaf growth has no chance to fortify the root system. Chemical control with the herbicides 2, 4-D or amitrol also requires several treatments. And there’s always the possibility that you will kill or damage other plants in the landscape. The best time to treat poison ivy with herbicides is in June or July, when plants are growing vigorously. “Apply the chemical on a sunny, windless and. warm day when no rain is expected within 6 to 10 hours. A breeze increases the chance to damage to other plants by drifing spray. Warm, sunny weather maximizes the movement of the chemical from the foilage to the roots. Wet the foliage thoroughly but avoid excessive run-off. Poison ivy twined through a shrub or wrapped around a tree presents special problems. It’s a very dif­ ficult to apply a chemical to such a vine without harming Eaton County residents can join upcoming 4-H trail ride Eaton County horseback riding enthusiasts will enjoy scenic trails, great food and fellowship on the State 4-H Trail Ride, June 28-30 near Grayling. “Participants will have the opportunity to become acquainted with 4-H people from across the state and learn how to conduct club trail rides,” says Nancy D. Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. Trail difficulty and riding time will be varied to ac­ comodate various ex­ perience, conditioning and interest levels. Riders must be able to cross a river on horseback. Trail bosses will accompany each ride. Camp will be set up at Goose Creek Trail Camp on the Michigan Riding - Hiking Trail, northwest of Grayling. Swimming, fishing, games and campfire activities will be organized after the trail rides. For more information about the trail ride or other 4-H activities, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. the support plant. Krizek suggests physically removing the vine and painting the stump with the herbicide 2, 4-D. Any regrowth can be mowed or treated with chemicals. Even dead vines contain the oil responsible for the reaction in sensitive in­ dividuals, Krizek warns. This oil can be carried in the smoke from burning poison ivy or in the soot and ash from such a fire, so he ad­ vises bagging vines for the trash or burying them. “All poison ivy control measures involve a high risk of exposure to the poisonous oil,” he points out. “This oil is present in all parts of the plant at all times of the year. Extremely sensitive people probably should not attempt poison ivy control” Even people who have shown resistance to poison ivy shouldn’t push their luck, he suggests. It’s a good idea to wear protective clothing that can be disposed of or thoroughly washed in detergent after being in contact with poison ivy. If you thing you’ve been exposed to poison ivy, washing several times with lukewarm water and a strong laundry soap should remove at least some of the poisonous oil, Krizek says. It’s difficult to remove all the oil by washing, but it should help prevent spreading the oil to other parts of the body. Many New Tapes Now in Stock Over 150 VHS Titles to Choose From Including ... Dune, All of Me, Karate Kid, Thief of Hearts, The Woman in Red, City Heat, etc..... All Tape Rentals $350 Player Rentals $£5 day - 24 hrs. Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 Closed Sunday Memories, continued 30-inch planer of Dennis Machinery Co. of Jackson, Mich. The insurance adjustor was on hand in a day or two to make the adjustment and as he looked into the cellar he said “total loss” and that ended our career at the west end of town. We salvaged what we could, insurance and lumber, and organized a stock company and built on the present site, and named the plant Lentz Table Co., and erected the building now on the site (on Lentz Street) and put in or rather installed a 40-horsepower engine, and by 1916 we had outgrown that, and the same year we installed a 100-horsepower Corliss engine, together with a lighting plant. This completes my career in a furniture factory, covering a period of 60 years spent in furniture making. Have seen many close calls from getting injured, have had many injuries myself. It is worthy of note that those who were the most severely injured were members of the Lentz family. I dare say that I could write enough on the things which have come under my observation to fill two pages of News. How can you guarantee that you could replace your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers optional guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for homes that qualify. It’s broader coverage—so you’ll never run out of money for covered losses. It may be more economical than your current policy that doesn’t include guaranteed home replacement. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Homeowners protection can be no problem for you and your home. John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. NANCY’S Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Street Vermontville Phone 726-0330 ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE - Phone (517) 852-9680 ___@___ ^futo-Oumers Insurance �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 6 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Eaton County represented Eaton County was among 44 counties represented when the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service sponsored County Commissioner's Day June 11 on the MSU campus. Delegation members, Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension director, and Kenneth Bauer were greeted when they arrived at Kellogg Center by J. Ray Gillespie, acting director of the MSU Cooperative Extension Service. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner * Phone... 517-852-9650 NASHVILLE ACTION-ADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-965­ 7640 Battle Creek. (EOW) FOR SALE: Oak firewood. Order early, delivered in racks for honest measurement. Ley’s Michigan Firewood, White Cloud, MI after 7 p.m. (616) 689-6290. (6-25) Pre-Fair Combine Derby LAKE ODESSA FAIRGROUNDS Tuesday. July 2,1985 — 7:00 p.m. — 8 or more combines will compete to see which one reigns supreme. — ADVANCE TICKETS — Adults ... $400 Children 5-12 Yrs $100 — TICKETS AT THE GATE — Adults ... $500 Children 5-12 Yrs $200 Coming events: Wednesday July 10 - 7 p.m. at Village Hall- A meeting of persons and organizations who have ideas or plans to celebrate the Sesquicentennial, 150 years of Vermontville. Friday and Saturday, August 9-10 - Vermontville Community Yard Sale. Everyone that is going to have a yard sale drop off their address at Pat’s Sugar Hut and it will be advertised by the Chamber of Commerce. An Open House and commenoration service will be held July 7 for Rev. Edwin Clark who will have completed 25 years in the Christian ministry. Rev. Clark started his ministry in Vermontville First Congreagational Church on July 10, 1960 where he served until 1963. He was ordained in 1967. He has served several churches in Indiana since that time. The special service will be held where his father Paul Clark, will be Master of Ceremonies. All old friends from Vermontville are invited to attend at Arcola Methodist Church in Ft. Bismark homemade i'ce cream and strawberry social will be held Saturday June 29 starting at 5 p.m. in the Bismark Community Hall, corner of Bismark and Round Lake Rd. Gresham Ice Cream Social will be held at the Gresham Methodist Church on Saturday evening July 13 starting at 5 p.m. A lectern that was in the Vermontville Masonic Temple and made by Christopher King was presented to the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church Sunday by Kathie, Elizabeth and Chris King Jr. Mrs. Jane Thrun and Mrs. Hildred Peabody held a birthday party for Dorothy Carpenter last Tuesday evening. Those attending besides Mr. and Mrs. Car­ penter were Mr. and Mrs. Larry Lingholm, David and Becky, Mary Carpenter, Liz King and Ted Snodgrass. I understand that Mr. Ken Furlong had surgery last week Tuesday at Pennock Hospital but was able to come home Friday. Best wishes for a fast recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Newell Gingell of Brown City spent Wednesday evening with the Zemke family. Thirty-three members of the Garden Club and their friends report a delightful trip Wednesday to see the musical “Anne” at True Grist Theater in Homer. Mrs. Phyllis DeWitt of Nacogdoches, Texas spent a few days last week with her mother, Mrs. Kate Snider. Her husband Robert went on to Zealand to attend his 45th Class Reunion. On Saturday Mr. and Mrs. B.J. DeWitt and Robert had lunch with Mrs. Snider, then they all went back to Zealand. Mrs. Hermina Southern accompanied Mrs. Lila Southern of Charlotte to a bridal shower for her great niece Lori Southern in Olivet Sunday afternoon. Forty-one persons attended the Open House Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict held in honor of their relatives and friends from Tekas and Harrison, Michigan. Those attending were from Kuala Lumpur, Malarpia, Ann Arbor, Horton, Charlotte, Battle Creek, Harrison and local. Don’t be surprised if you see a large group of bicyclists passing through our town today (Tuesday) word has been received that 1,000 on bicyles left Holland on their way to Allegan then to Hastings and on through Vermontville to Eaton Rapids. The MYF are planning to serve drinks and snacks on the Vermontville Methodist Church lawn. Mrs. Serina Goodenough attended 50th Anniversary Open House Sunday af­ ternoon for Oren and Beulah Daniels at the Sebewa Baptist Church. Four men of the Litchfield family were part of the Ordination Service held at Albion College on Saturday June 15. They are an older brother, Elder David living in Bellaire new elder Glenn C. (pastor in Vermontville), their father Carl J. a retired Detroit Conference elder living in Mikado and Glenn’s twin brother, a deacon Carl Q. living in Cheshire, Ohio. Former resident graduates from MSU veterinary college Joy Jarvie Redmond, daughter of Elmer and Junia Jarvie of Nashville, graduated June 8 from the College of Veterinary Medicine of Michigan State University. Dr. Redmond has accepted a job with the State of Michigan. She and her husband, Tim Redmond, are both graduates of Maple Valley High School’s class of 1976. FOR ADVANCE TICKETS ATTENTION 4-Hers For your showing needs. Straw and Felt HATSfrom’S Lee or Levi Jeans Boys sizes 8 to 14........ Student 25-30 waist Western Shirts 1 Sizes 6 to 20........... For information contact ... Bill Black Rt. 3, Box 63, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 and JO’S WEARHAUS 222 S. Cochran, Charlotte, Mich. Call...543-3178 Hours: Mon. thru Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday til 8 p.. �™ rxw w Ls Lw '•& M' • & M' uS SW S» vW SsS, S S Ikk. *1 IM M- b 77 The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 7 Area students graduate from college A Nashville resident recently graduated from Suomi College at the annual spring commencement last month. Susan Dean, of 217 Lentz Street, received her ac­ counting degree, after at­ tending the college located at the northern tip of Michigan’s Upper Penin­ sula. Earning a Bachelor of Landscape and Architecture from Michigan State University recently was Donald Manta of247689 M-78, Bellevue. Also graduating with a degree from Michigan State was Ivey Wagenknecht of 6830 Lake View Drive in Bellevue. Wagenknecht earned a Master of Labor and Industrial Relations. Vermontville officials meet TV personality On Saturday, June 8, 1985 Sue Villanueva, Ver­ montville Village President; Pat O’Dell, Vermontville Chamber of Commerce President; Sharon Stewart, Vermontville Village Clerk; and Dora Nisse of Potterville attended a reception at the State Theater in Kalamazoo. Compassionate Friends offer help Compassionate Friends, an organization offering friendship and un­ derstanding to bereaved parents and friends, will meet from 7-10 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2 and 16 at the Ingham Community Mental Health Center in Lansing. The meeting is open to ail bereaved parents and friends. The center is located at 407 W. Greenlawn. Compassionate Friends was founded in England in 1969 and in the United States in 1972. School finances, continued that they feel money is wasted, misspent, and the priorities are in the wrong place. Seventeen percent of the 11 percent of students who rated spending poor, said the same. One ofthe ways the schools spend money is in the care and maintenance of the schools. When voters were asked if they would rate care and maintenance of the buildings and facilities excellent, good, fair or poor, the vast majority of voters (88 percent) feel the care and maintenance is good to excellent, however students and staff have mixed feelings. Thirty percent of the staff give the care and main­ tenance of the schools a poor, rating, while 61 percent of non-parents say it is good, as do 59 percent of public school parents and 42 percent of students. The majority of all respondents gave the schools’ transportation services a good to excellent rating, with 41 percent of staff saying transportation is excellent and 49 percent of the staff saying it is good. Fifty-one percent of voters give transportation a good rating, as do 49 percent Of students. GAREY’SVARIETY IN THE CENTER VERMONTVILLE The Store that Offers More ! 24” Adjustable Wheeled Grill $19 FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port ^.MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 ...or... 726-0623 Three Vermontville officials, including Mayor Sue Villaneuva, recently attended a reception in honor of television actor Ed Asner. Here, Pat O'Dell and Villlaneuva present Asner with a bumper sticker that reads, "Vermontville - Sweetest Little Town in Michigan". New books available at Putnam Library “Warman’s Americana and Collectibles.” 1st Edition. A price guide to today’s collectibles. Completely illustrated. “Primitive Man in Michigan” by W.B. Hin­ sdale. An introduction to Michigan archaeology. “Assassination - Robert F. Kennedy.” Prepared by the editors of Cowles and United Press International. Based on news and picture coverage of the life and tragic death of Senator Card Of Thanks The family of Claude Myers wishes to express our sincere thanks to all the friends neighbors and relatives for the beautiful flowers, food, cards money, and kind words during our loss. Also thanks to Rev. Glenn Litchfield for his comforting words, Wren Funeral Home for their services. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Tina Myers Helen Tower and family Burdette Myers and family Richard Meyers and family Sharon Davis and family Robert Myers and family CUT GRASS FIRST CLASS You can keep buying lawn mowers. Or get the SNAPPER Hi-Vac* A first-class investment. Yes, investment. A SNAPPER is put together to stay together for a long time. And no other mower is engineered like the SNAPPER to perform so masterfully. The High Vacuum cut­ ting feature in our walk and riding mowers is a SNAPPER exclusive.. This unique feature i-Vac provides splendid looking,,q eevenly cut lawns every time. 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Pat O’Dell, Vermontville Chamber of Commerce president, talks with Ed Asner about the famous Ver­ montville maple syrup. Have a Good Day! ALL HAIRCUTS.............. *6 Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO ’S5t-on ANDSET................... "The Mirrors image ..XW6 M!uoi>e miaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY SjLIPER SUMMER SAVINGS FFFFBnFNTl ■_ . nw«m TROPIC TABLETS —96’S— 333 CLERZ 25 ML Z DARK TANNING OIL OR LOTION 8 OZ. 339 CHLOR-TRIMETON Lubricating « '©welling eye drops cwcNrtmwug 298 299 Alleiqy Smus Congestion Tablet' BUF-PUF REGULAR OR Genile_ 30S 479 Leg cramps ATRA PLUS BLADES 5 8 909 MAPLE VALLEY TAMPAX TAMPONS IOS LESS MFG. REBATE Lawn & Garden FINAL COST Sales & Service SLOO -1.00 S0.00 Corner of Nashville Hwy. and Arbor Road Ph. 726-0133 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 062685 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 8 Reminisences by an early resident— Furnished by Ester Shepard Entertaining letter by Oscar Field foot deep. I was within 40 feet of that same spot when I heard Qf the assination of President Lincoln. My brother George called me to the door of the old academy in 1862 or 1963 and told me that he had enlisted. At the time when the boys got into a fight with circus men, Tom Carey come running from the church corner with a long, linen coat on, of which he had the tail waded in his hand, holding it up to his nose, to keep the blood from running all over the commons. He came running toward the hotel and I running the other way to get over to see what was going on and I asked Tom what was the matter. He said, “They hit the wrong man.” Poor Tom I believe died last year. About the year ‘58 or ‘59 Dr. Green was teaching up stairs in the academy and Josiah Barber and George (Written to Hervey Church in Which He Calls Up Early Events St. Louis, Mo., Feb. 19, 1907) Dear Hervey: I am in receipt of the postal card showing the old academy and hotel and it certainly takes me back 40 years ago very vividly. It takes me back to those days when I have danced night after night in the hotel without a cent in my pocket. I don’t know whether or not this is the old flag-staff that is shown on this card that Josiah Scovel climbed up one Fourth ofJuly until he got up about 40 feet and then fell on his heel and made a hole in the ground about a Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 R.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Nashville Residents PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, June 27, 1985 at 7:10 p.m. at the Community Center, Nashville. Purpose: To discuss proposed vacation of the east end of Washington St. between lots 12 and 13 of the Hardendorf Addition, Village of Nashville. NASHVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL Nashville Residents PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, June 27, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center, Nashville. Purpose: To discuss proposed abandonment of alley running east and west between Main St. and State St. and Railroad St. and Church St. between Lots 16 and 17 and 9 and 10 of the A.W. Phillips Addition, Village of Nashville. NASHVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL — NOTICE — Village of Vermontville will be ac­ cepting sealed bids on a 1978 Chev­ rolet ’/2-Ton Pickup until 4 p.m. June 27, 1985. For more information, con­ tact the Village Office during regular hours. SHARON STEWART, Village Clerk Davis gave my brother George a fire cracker if he would fire it off in school. After George had lit the fire cracker and got it ready to go off, he threw it forward under the seat so that it went off right under the seat George Davis and Josiah Barber sat, and the moment it exploded George Field jumped clear on top of his seat, apparently scared to death. Dr. Green called Josiah Barber and George Davis up on the floor and asked them if they had fired the fire cracker. They said they had not. Dr. Green determinded to prove that the boys had told a story, and called up every boy in school, one by one, and asked them if they had fired it. All said, “No.” My brother George was the last one called up, because he had jumped so and ap­ parently very much scared, that he was the last one that Dr. Green thought could have fired it. When he asked George if he had fired the fire cracker, George said, “Yes, sir.” Dr. Green was so much taken back that he simply said, “You will all take your seats. I don’t want any more of this in school.” During the war, the younger brothers of the band boys, who went to war with the Second Michigan Cavalry, took the old band instruments and under the instruction of Henry Martin and Hod Curtis endeavored to learn to play under the tutorage of those competent instructors. Our place of meeting was on the second floor of the old academy, because that was the fartherest away from any residence building in town. When we wanted to rest, Hod Curtis used to regale us with stories that I am satisfied originated in his fertile brain because even to this day when I want to tell a story that no one ever heard, I tell one of his and it is absolutely new. I could write of such little -happenings as this for hours that are just as vivid before me when looking at this picture as they were at that time. On those commons is where all of the plats have been drawn off with a stick, showing just where all the melon patches were for miles around Vermontville, more especially those that belonged to old Mr. Squires - GRAND OPENING of PETERSEN’S RAPID OIL & TIRE 204 SOUTH MAIN ST. in NASHVILLE Opening Tire Special OIL CHANGE Steel-Belted Blackwall 5 Qts. Oil vO LOACX Lube& $11 E Filter.. • Goodyear Tires • ATV Tires and Wheels • Crager, ET and Keystone Wheels P195-7SR14___ 4 Qts. Oil Lube & . All Season RADIALS $1IT/1™00 Filter.. IHv< ,.»4050 ” .. *44” ........ *47” *36uu *4650 *4750 225-75115..,.*48S0. 235-75R15... »5050 185-80R13 .. 205-75*15.. 195-75R14........»41 215-751115.. 205-7SR14 215-75R14 KIRT PETERSEN, Owner RAPID OIL & TIRE 204 South Main, Nashville, Michigan call... 852*1948 OPEN Monday thru Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...for OIL & TIRES VIDEO SHOWCASE HOURS: Monday thro Thorodoy 3:30-3 p.m.; Friday A Saturday 3t30-f p.m.; Cloud Sea. — MANY NEW TAPES — and Jay Hawkins, and while I was a poor, little inof­ fensive cuss, everything was laid at my door, and I was probably the youngest boy in the lot. I can well remember 45 years ago when Miss Josie Root lived with her widowed mother on the corner just one-half mile east of the center of the square where the Argalus Sprague residence is now. Some vicious boys the night before went into Duane Hawkins’ melon patch in that triangular lot, right back of that small tract of land belonging to Sprague, and after eating all the melons they could, they placed two very nice melons on the back steps of Mrs. Root’s house and as I passed there the next morning, Miss Josie Root ran out to the gate and said to me in one of the sweetest voices you ever heard in your life: “Oscar, we found two melons on our back porch this morning. Do you think it would be safe to eat them?” I said to her in my most gallant manner: “We will step back and cut one of them and I will eat a piece and then if it don’t kill me, you and your mother will be safe.” This we did. She and her mother feasted on the balance of the water melons, so you see, while I tasted of the stolen fruit in the morng, it does not signify that I had anything to do with it the night before. The history of Ver­ montville has been written up twice, once by your grandfather, but they left out many things, and I know whereof I speak. It is very kind of you to invite me to call on you for my daily bread next time I am there because it takes me back, and not only that, but “way back” when such an invitation would have been hailed with joy and I would not decline now if I were there because I have spent so many hungry days in Ver­ montville that just as soon as I strike the town, I am famished My family all join me in love to you and Nellie and the daughters. Yours truly, O. A. Field P. S. — I may come to Vermontville about the 22nd or 23rd of June and get a team and drive up to Carson City. It would give me a chance to ride over the old ground that I used to ride over and give me a chance to see old Vermontville once more and after I make this trip, I don’t know that I will ever get there again. ACTION-ADS GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). GARAGE SALE: Wed, Thurs, Fri, and Sat., June 26, 27, 28 and 29.9 a.m. to 4 p.m. % miles north of Nashville Village Limits on M-66. B. Marker, P. Cogswell. 3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: lots of childrens clothes, furniture, ladies roller skates, antique trunk and boiler, upholstry material. Thursday thru Saturday starting at 9 a.m. Rain or shine 219 Queen St. Nash­ ville. Peach Cobbler and Peach Pan-Dowdy have a folksy early American ring. Basically, they are the same, a deep dish peach pie, but with a biscuit-type topping rather than a pastry crust. In the recipe here, the peaches are thickened with corn starch for a true fresh fruit taste and topped, for convenience, with packaged refrigerator biscuits. PEACH COBBLER 2'/a tablespoons Kingsford’s 6 cups peeled, pitted, sliced corn starch peaches (about 12) teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 package (7.5 oz) % cup sugar refrigerator biscuits In large bowl, toss peaches with lemon juice. In small bowl, stir together sugar, corn starch and cinnamon. Add to peach slices; toss well. Turn into greased 8 X 8 X 2-inch baking dish. Bake in 400°F oven 20 minutes. Arrange biscuits on top. Bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until golden brown. Makes 10 servings. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR' Member of Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors and The Barry-Eaton Multiple Listing Service LAKE ODESSA VILLAGE NEAR SCHOOLS and park, 2 story, .7 room (4 bedrooms) home on corner lot, mature shade. Listed at $32,000. (LO-120) YEAR ROUND HOME ON JORDAN LAKE, Lake Odessa. Four bed­ room ranch, large lot, 75' of lake frontage, new 12x32 wolmanized deck, brick fireplace with heatilator. Listed at $56,000. (HJ-77-BLO) JUST TWO OF OUR MANY FARM LISTINGS LARGE PRODUCTIVE FARM, 155 acres, 100 tillable acres and 20 acres wooded. This is a 'SHOW­ PLACE FARM,’ well kept, beaut­ iful view, large 5 bedroom home, 2 pole barns, 32x64 and 40x32 steel corn crib, granary and other buildings. Possible contract terms. (F-117) EAST OF HASTINGS - 28 ACRE FARM: 10 acres wooded, road frontage on two roads, nice 2 story, 4 bedroom home, sets high with beautiful view, many perennials and mature shade. Blacktop road, natural gas, Hastings schools, 30x60 barn. (F-116) VACANT LAND AVAILABLE 32 ACRES - ROLLING, scenic view, near high school, 6 acres nice maple woods. $24,100. (F-107) 78 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARADISE” and recreational land with creek, hills and woods - lots of wildlife I 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price: $30,000. Contract. (F-118) FIRST TIME OFFERED: In Nashville 1 block from business dis­ trict, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, nice shady lot, possible 2 unit. Immediate possession. Priced to sell at$15,000! (N-126) VERMONTVILLE BUSINESS DISTRICT, LARGE BUILDING with small living quarters plus garage area suitable for various businesses. Possible contract or trade considered. $15,500. (B-105) CAR WASH OPPORTUNITY in Vermontville (2 bays), building 30x42, all steel construction. Contract terms offered. Listed at $14,000. (HJ-83-MV) LARGE BUILDING (2,880 sq. ft.) ON M-66 in the Nashville busi­ ness district. Could be renovated for various retail businesses. (Oil furnace, natural gas available.) (HJ-81-MN) HOMER WINEGAR (am),, Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 25, 1985 — Page 9 Rosier Players to host4-H workshop by Beverly A. Barrett, 4-H Program Assistant The Rosier Players will conduct a 4-H performing arts workshop on Wed­ nesday; July 17 at the Kellogg Biological Station in Battle Creek. Rosier Players are the last national touring act of Genuine and Bona Fide Vaudeville troupers. They will conduct a lively, en­ tertaining and highly educational workshop and performance. The fun begins during toe Students make Dean’s List »*W: R Sacketts to observe 50th hfCe L,)0*Z *4 s>M sM Noble and Neva Sackett will celebrate their 50th anniversary with an open house hosted by their children on July 30 at the Mulliken Masonic Temple in Mulliken, Michigan. The Sackett’s have lived in the Sunfield area most of their lives. They were married in Charlotte July 3, 1935. Noble graduated from Vermontville High School in 1930. Neva graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1935. They have four children: Mrs. Bryce (Amanda) MacDonald of Vermontville, Mrs. Kenneth (Vanya) Ackerson of Sunfield, William Sackett of Grand Rapids, and Robert Sackett of Grand Ledge. They have 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. — NOTICE — WANTED ... Arts & Crafts and Flea Market Exhibitors tw nunmm — for the — BISMARK STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL • JUNE 29, 1985 Call Vermontville ... 726-0415 B’'’'r''tWlTr;;.. r''tWlTr;;.. "J"e'« iftn -'M'.'ll hmuL Halsey Plumbing ^■M : fl ffHBi WHIM LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996’ Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens M UKFWWW m l(WoM^ Kfe esfrf^*1® WffllWw JJ.tas*wl*w^g ■ k**5 Ulmtutli* Card Of Thanks My sincere thanks to all who remembered me with cards, gifts, and telephone calls on my 94th birtoday. Pearl Haywood Card Of Thanks A special thanks to the friends of Esther Satterlee who made their donations at Johnny’s Market. Lynn & Lucile Satterlee Genieve Barber Dorothy Brotherton Card Of Thanks My daughter and I want to thank each and every one who kindly came to our rescue with money and clothing during our fire and for Robert Grave’s quick thinking in our rescue. All these kind acts are deeply appreciated. Mrs. Pearl Haywood Mrs. Frances Henion ville, along with Gail Hanson and Teresa Jordan, both of Woodland, had grade point averages of 3.25 or better to earn a place on the dean’s list there. Nashville Mens Softball Standings as of June 18 C’s Place 1-0 Hast.Fiberglass ........... 1-0 Brown Jug........................ 1-1 Thornapple Roller Rink.............. 1-1 Johnny’s Market...... 0-2 Tues. Results C’s Place 15, Johnny’s 0; Brown Jug 4, Roller Rink 2; Roller Rink 12, Johnny’s 2; Hastings Fiberglass 8, Brown Jug 3. Vermontville residents are forming a sesquisentennial committee to plan for the 1986 celebration of 150 years of Vermontville. Those intereted in in­ terjecting their ideas for the event are invited to attend a meeting on July 10 in the • Bismark Strawberry ...and HOMEMADE Ice Cream Festival CRAFT & FLEA MARKET ... will be held at the ... Bismark Community Schoolhouse Comer of Bismark and Round Lake Roads, North of Vermontville, South of Sunfield June 29 • 5 to 8 RM. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call village hall beginning at 7 p.m. Vermontville President Sue Villanueva has asked longtime resident Hildred Peabody to head the com­ mittee for toe celebration which will possibly serve as a lead off to the Michigan Sesquisentennial. 4-H dog project members invited to clinic today Eaton County 4-H dog project members are invited to attend the June coun­ tywide dog clinic on Tuesday, June 25, at toe horse show ring on toe fairgrounds in Charlotte. Beginning obedience and conformation classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. with ad- vanced classes following. If inclement weather, the workout will be in the 4-H building auditorium. For more information on the 4-H Dog Program, contact toe Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. qooooioooqo&s JEWEL XOLOR.IZEK PAINTS Interior Paints - Exterior Paints - Stains Polyurethane Finish (clear) PRESSURETREATED LUMBER HAY FOR SALE: also % Simmental calf. Call 852­ 1784. Nashville. (7-2). LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) GOVERNMENT HOMES from $1 (U repair). Also deliquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000, ext. GH-6574 for information. (6-25) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) FOR SALE: 5 piece dinette set. $25. Phone 726-0417. T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 7264)100. (tfn) cers, actors, mimes, singers, musicians, and other talented 4-Hers are invited to perform for participants. Contact toe Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service for more details to register at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Vermontville planning '86 sesquicentennial ACTION-ADS New Construction*ServiceaRemodeling •Sewer and Drain Work » Several colleges around the state have announced those named to toe dean’s list for the second semester, including many from the Nashville area. Teresa Rozell, of 5121 Barryville Road, Nashville, is a sophomore accounting majorat Adrian College. She was named to toe dean’s list for the 1984-85 second semester. At Ferris State College, James F. Travoli of Nash- afternoon as the Vaudeville troupers give a 90-minute workshop on performing slapstick, skits, props, and the history and culture of Vaudeville. In the free time that follows, the Rosier Players’ workshop, the clown, dan- Deck Packages available to your specification $2 Rebate cuprW $2 Rebate per gallon from Cuprinol® Wood Preservative. Limit 2 gallons per family, per address OFFER VALID FOR PURCHASE BETWEEN MAY 18 AND JULY 7, 1985 ONLY. REFUND REQUESTS MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN JULY IWJ. REQUESTS POSTMARKED AFTER THIS DATE WILL NOT BE HONORED. ll. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIVERING-PLANNING-ESTIMATING-SAVING CALL AND COMPARE 852-0882 in Nashville, 1 block east on the tracks — FREEWILL DONATION — Visit our 4th of July EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties Savings Explosion WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM if you did not receive a flyer, stop in and pick one up in the store (We service submersible >«* < GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 ^S* ^S*d SENTRY Where hardware isn’t just a sideline Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods, Inc. i> J �The Maple Volley Newt, Nashville. Tuesday, June 25. 1985 — Poge 10 Insect repellent uses, product differences noted Everyone will soon be trying to ward off attacking mosquitoes and other biting insects by slathering on repellent. Knowing how commercial products differ and the best ways to use them will increase repellent effectiveness. “Diethyltohiamide (DEET) is the active ingredient in most insect repellents on the market, and the main difference between these products is simply the DEET concentration,” says H.D. Newson, Extension medical entomology specialist at Michigan State University. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, June 26-7:30 p.m. 4-H Beef Judging Clinic, Jim Greenman’s, 5466 Marshall Rd., Olivet. June 28-30 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Goose Creek Camp, Grayling Monday, July 1 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Wednesday, July 3 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Sheep Judging Clinic, Duane Tirrell’s, 700 Tirrell Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, July 6 -10 a.m.-3 p.m. Shooting Sports; 10 a.m.-12 noon Firearms Bellevue Conservation Club; 1-3 p.m. Ar­ chery outside 4-H Building, Fairgrounds. Tuesday, July 9-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate Sch., Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wednesday, July 10 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Hog Judging Clinic, Buddy Day’s, 2225 Osborn, Olivet. Thursday, July 11 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Saturday, July 13 - 9 a.m. Fair Clean-Up Day, Fairgrounds. Monday, July 15 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. Fairboard Meeting, Fair Office, Fairgrounds. Thursday, July 18 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Fair Superintendents and Clerks Meeting, Commercial Building, Fairgrounds. COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • V/4" pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair As the concentration of DEET increases, the ef­ fectiveness of insect repellents increases. Commercial products range from 10 to 35 percent DEET, Newson says. Though a few repellents on the market have concentrations of up to 100 percent, studies have found that the optimum level Milk production up 3 percent Dairy herds in Michigan cow prices averaged $38,00 produce 476 million pounds per cwt., down eight percent of milk during May, up 3 from the previous year. Nationally, milk percent from a year ago, according to the Federal- production during May State Michigan Agricultural totaled 12.8 billion pounds, up five percent from May ■Reporting Service. This was the first year to 1984. Production per cow year increase in milk averaged three percent production since March 1984. above a year ago. Milk cow Increasing milk cow num­ numbersaveraged 11 million bers and significantly higher head, up two percent from a milk output per cow have year earlier. This was the resulted in the higher largest cow inventory since January, 1984. Milk production. The May milk cow in­ production in Wisconsin, the ventory averaged 392,000 leading dairy state, was up head, down only 2,000 from a five percent from the year ago. Milk output per previous year. Dairy manufacturing cow averaged 1,215 pounds, up 40 pounds from a year plants in Michigan produced 3.8 million pounds of butter earlier. Michigan placed sixth during April, down 23 per­ nationally in milk cow cent from one year ago. numbers and total milk American cheese production production during May. •reached 2.5 million pounds, Michigan’s average milk per more than double the April cow was four percent above 1984 output. Ice cream the U.S. average of 1,164 production, 3.1 million pounds. gallons, was up 29 percent The value of milk sold in from one year ago. Michigan during May Nationally, production of averaged $12.80 per hun­ most dairy products in­ dredweight (cwt.), down$.40 creased from year earlier from a year ago. The milkfat levels. test averaged 3.63. Slaughter Cherry forecastcited as good II Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Michigan’s 1985 tart cherry crop is forecast at 215 million pounds available for harvest. This is five million pounds higher than last year’s crop according to the FederalState Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Exceptionally warm April temperatures enabled the crop to get off to a fast start. Favorable weather during Public Auction! Having offered my home for sale, I will sell all of the following LOCATED at 327 Phillips, Nashville, Michigan on... SATURDAY, JUNE 29 • 10:00 A.M HOME FURNISHINGS • FEW ANTIQUES Like new Maytag auto, washing machine "Fabric Matic", large capacity, 1 year old, $480 new. Maytag wringer washer Kelvinator refrigerator with top freezer MAW apartment size electric clothes dryer RCA XL 100 color portable television Old Victorian mirror Lawn and garden tools Oil lamp Vesta 30-in. gas range Crates Benz-O-Matic heater Pipe Pots, pans and kitchen items Stands Glass top coffee table Books of DEET- concentration is about 75 percent. Newson advises con­ sumers to check the DEET concentration before buying an insect repellent, because the only other differences in the various products are the chemicals added to improve the repellents’ smell and to Living room sofa Base cabinet Old picture frames Hog scraper Buck saw and saw buck Wedge, ax, sprayer Garden cultivator Scrub board Push mower School slate Box camera Cheese box Wash tubs Cream can Older metal bed Kitchen work fable Ironing board Chicken wire Chairs Avon bottles Bench Coal scuttle Fan Hibachi grill Mole trap Old chairs Table cloths Ice chest * LUNCH ON GROUNDS TERMS..CASH -A Not responsible for accidents day of sale or items after sold Mrs. Arlie Stambaugh , owner STANTON’S MWqucTiOficegs & William J. Stanton Steven E. Stanton Chris Stanton 144 S. Moin, Vermontville, Michigan 49096 517-726-0181 or 726-0555 realtor* pollination and the absence of frost damage statewide has helped this year’s crop. Except for very strong winds on May 31 the growing season thus far has been nearly ideal. The corp is currently in good shape and is maturing nearly two weeks ahead of normal. Michigan has three primary growing regions which are located along the Lake Michigan shoreline, production in the northwest area is forecast at 100 million pounds, down 13 percent from last year. The west central area is forecast at 70 million pounds, up 56 percent from 1984. The crop in the southwest is expected to be 44 million pounds, down eight percent from a year ago. Rounding out Michigan’s tart cherry crop is an ad­ ditional one mihion pounds forecast for minor growing areas. Picking is expected to start around June 21 in Southwest Michigan, July 5 in the central area and around mid July in the northwest. Nationally, tart cherry production is forecast at 268 million* pounds, down one percent from last year but 73 percent more than 1983. Michigan’s production represents 80 percent of the U.S. total. Swee cherry production in Michigan is forecast at 33,000 tons, the same as last year, but 83 percent more than 1983. Nationally, sweet cherry production is pegged at 132,400 tons, 27 percent less than both last year’s and 1983’s production. make them more appealing to the public. Commerical insect repellents are effective against deer flies, black flies, fleas and ticks, but people use them primarily to protect themselves from mosquitoes, Newson says. Claims that repellents don’t work usually come from people who simply do not apply enough repellent for it to be effective, Newson says. It is not known precisely how DEET wards off insects, but studies show that all exposed skin needs to be coated with the repellent to keep mosquitoes and other insects from biting. Experiments performed to test repellents involved placing tape on a portion of skin and then spreading repellent over all the ex­ posed skin. When the tape is removed, mosquitoes will land on the patch of skin that was not treated with repellent and avoid all areas that were coated, Newson explains. Insect repellent tends to wash off easily, so it needs to be reapplied frequently if a person is freely sweating. Newson also warns that DEET can dissolve plastics. Repellents may mar or damage anything they touch that is plastic, such as plastic frames for glasses, plastic steering wheels and some synthetic fabrics, he says. Insect repellent is not known to have any harmful effects, either through in­ cidental ingestion or on the skin, Newson says, so repellents are safe for routine use. Wearing loose fitting, protective clothing and applying repellents to tight fitting clothing as well as exposed skin will help people survive another season of mosquitoes and other biting insects relatively unscathed, Newson advises. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 23 - Horseshow Knights 4-H Horse Show, fairgrounds, Hastings. June 27 - 4-H Rabbit Carrying Cage Workshop, 10 a.m., Community Building, Hastings. June 28-30 - State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. June 29 - 4-H Spring Dairy Goat Show, 10 a.m., green building on fairgrounds, Hastings. July 1 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 1 - 4-H Picture Taking at Fair Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 5-6 - Hillsdale County Steer and Heifer Show, Hillsdale. July 10 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. July 13 - 4-H Non-Livestock*"Judging 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fairgrounds, Hastings. July 13 - MSU Cattle Forage Field Day, Lake City Ex­ periment Station. July 14-20 - Barry County Free Fair, fairgrounds, Hastings. July 19 - 4-H Youth Day, Boblo Island. July 20-26 - Great Lakes Resources Camp, Beaver Island. July 23 - 4-H Animal Science Week, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 23-25 - Ag Expo, Michigan State University, East Lansing. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554'(Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - Nd. 6 — Tuesday, August 27, 1985 Petitions oppose teen dance at local lounge Some concerned citizens of Vermontvillle have expressed their opposition to a teen dance planned by Carpenter’s Den for August 31 in the bar’s banquet facility. Bar owner Marquita Charnes originally requested permission of the village council August 1 to hold the dance in the banquet room of the bar, and agreed the bar would be closed the duration of the 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. ac­ tivity. Some citizens are against the dance being held at the bar. “Some of us in the com­ munity don’t feel the Car­ penter’s Den, a bar, is the place for our children,” said Joe Ann Nehmer, who among others, has gone door-to-door in Vermontville with petitions against the dahce. Nehmer noted that petitions have been placed in each of the village churches and Johnny’s Food Mart, and they will be presented to the village council of Ver­ montville at a special meeting called for Wed­ nesday, August 28. “We don’t have to have that type of entertainment in our village,” she said. Nehmer was also con­ cerned that when the idea for the dance was first brought before the council, the village residents were not first notified that such a request would be made. “The people of the village were not represented at the meeting when council made the decision,” she said. Owner of the bar, John Charnes, said he is holding the dance because, “there is just nothing going on here in Vermontville for the kids to do. We’re having it so the kids can have a place to go on Saturday night.” After the council granted its permission for the dance, by a 4-1 vote, the bar had to then receive permission from the Liquor Control Commission and from Vermontville Police Chief Jim Fawcett. Both approved the activity, with Fawcett outlining the following stipulations: —The hours for the dance must be posted and enforced, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.; —t may permit 12 to 18year-olds to attend only, with nobody over 19 allowed; —The names of the adult chaperones have to be submitted to the police department prior to the dance; —No loitering of minors behind the bar or on the street; —No alcoholic beverages are to be sold or consumed in the bar during the specified hours of the dance or while any minors are on the premisis and anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs attending the dance will be turned in to the police department. Charnes said while the dance is being held in the room closed off from the bar, Council rezones State Street business Thursday Scout Night held in Nashville Nearly 60 girl scouts and girls interested in joining scouts attend Scout Night in Putnam Park in Nashville last week. The event was~held to teach girls and their mothers more about girl scouting, and to serve homemade ice cream as well. Here, Senior Scout Hope Christie, left, and Junior Scout Troop Leader Ruth Hughes serve up some of the tasty homemade treat. The village council of Nashville voted after a public hearing Thursday to rezone property from residential to commercial at 131 S. State Street in Nash­ ville where Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service is located. The property was originally thought to be commercially zoned by owners Dave and Rosie Murphy, but a discovery by the Nashville Zoning Board revealed that the building had not been zoned for buisness. In other council business Thursday, the board agreed to seek bids for the village’s annual insurance policy, to include auto insurance, workman’s compensation, liabiltiy, a quote on a $1 million and a $2 million umbrella and a $1 million errors and omissions policy. The council also went on record in its minutes to thank Monty and Harold O’Dell of Vermontville for the use of their wood splitter used to help clean up damage from the January ice storm. the teens won’t be able to see any alcohol. He also said that if the dance is too large for the faciltiy and they are forced to use the bar area, the shelves will likely be cleared of the booze. Charnes, whose two boys, aged 13 and 14, will play the records at the dance, says he feels that if people are against the dance, that they won’t let their children at­ tend. He also noted that there will chaperones at the dance and it should be “pretty well under control. “If it turns out good and the kids are well behaved, we’ll probably have it again,” he said. Several members of the council have expressed their support for the dance, and have made their views known in letters they have submitted for the reader’s column of this paper. Lake Odessa girl now stable after being hit A Lake Odessa girl was injured late Wednesday "after she was struck by a pick-up truck on M-50, west of Second Avenue in Lake Odessa. The Lake Odessa Police department reports Donna Phillips, 17, of Lake Odessa was walking in the street when a westbound truck, driven by 18-year-old James Allen Benit of Vermontville, struck her from behind at approximately 9:17 p.m. Benit reportedly said he did not see Phillips in his path because of the dark. Phillips was apparently accompanied by three other pedestrians at the time the accident occured. Phillips was transported to Pennock Hospital in Hastings by the Lake Odessa ambulance, where she is listed in stable condition. The Lake Odessa Police said the injured pedestrian was believed to 'have; been drinking prior to the incident, and that no charges have, been made against the driver. Balloon spectacular delights Vermontville family Friday It seemed like an ordinary day Friday until hot air balloons drifted into the Vermontville area to play a game called “The Hounds and the Hare” during Bellevue’s third annual Balloon Days. “The Hare” asked per­ mission to land on the Louis Mix property on Pease Rd. and the “children here were absolutely agog,” said Mrs. Mix, “and the dogs went crazy.” Two balloons landed on the Hickey Farm on Valley Rd. and at one time she reports that all eight balloons (seven playing the role of the hounds and one the hare) could be spotted in the sky. Just the hare landed on the Mix property to place a “cross” which the hounds used as a target to drop fun missies and see which could come the closest to the target. Roger Beebe with his balloon Tootsie Top placed first at 162-feet in task one. Hunter safety classes offered Hunter Safety Classes will be offerd Sept. 23, Sept 24, and Sept. 25 in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. Classes will begin at 2:45 p.m. Cost of the class will be $3. Registration forms are available in the Maplewood and Kellogg School offices, as well as the Maple Valley Community Education office in the high school. Students must be 12 by Sept. 25, 1985. The instructor will be Paul Letts of Eaton Rapids. Parents are invited to attend the sessions. Gillmore resigns teaching post Spring Javor, Samantha Ashley and Kelly Mengyan enjoyed learning what scouting is all about, as well as eating the the delicious ice cream. HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 1.21 S. CHURCH STREET HrtVcbek 490 Maple Valley Science teacher Charles Gillmore submitted his resigantion to the board of education at a special August 20 meeting. Gillmore was originally scheduled to be the subject of a tenure hearing con­ cerning an incident that took place last school year. Huw'Cver- Tuesday evening, Gillmore resigned b's teaching position at Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School after more than five years. Because Gillmore had requested a closed hearing, details of the incident that led to his resignation are protected from public record. As a result of the resignation, the tenure charges were dropped against Gillmore. During a closed session lasting a little more than hour, an agreement between board and Gillmore was reached wiiu !he boar„d agreeing to put $2,724.su from the school’s general fund account in an escrow fund for Gillmore to use to purchase military time upon his retirement. In order for Gillmore to buy credit for time he. spent in the armed services, he will have to.have completed 10 years classroom teaching time within the next six years. Meanwhile, the money will remain in escrow, with the law firm of Thruin, Maatsch and Nordberg, of Lansing, acting 2? tbe escrow agent. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 2 From our readers To The Village Of Ver­ montville: As a member of the Vermontville Village Council; I feel the necessity of speaking out in defense of my vote and in opposition to plans generating a teen dance to be held at the Carpenter’s Den in Ver­ montville. At the Aug. 1, 1985 council meeting, I abstained from voting because of the ab­ sence of facts concerning the issue. I don't feel that the council was given enough time to examine all of the possibilities pro and con. I would not be adequately representing the residents of this village by endorsing blind issues. I a'm not opposed to teen dances and I feel that Marquita Charnes has the best of intentions. She, like myself, sees a real need for juvenile entertainment in this village where little if any is available. However, given more time and con­ sideration, perhaps a more suitable place for such an activity could have been found. Is it possible that the gymnasium at Maplewood Elementary could be used or the Opera House, the fire barn, the Legion Hall? I would be glad to plan, set up and sponsor a teen dance held at one of these locations and those who set on the boards concernng the use of such facilities should take a hard look at what is tran­ spiring in this village because of the lack of youth support before they cast a no vote. The general public should also be wise in offering their opinion concerning the opposition to the teen dance being held at the Carpenter’s Den by offering an alternative and their support as well. It is not enough to continuously say no but offer no solution. I have two teen-aged daughters who will be affected by the outcome of this event. I am taking a look “down the road” for their well-being and that of all concerned in this village as that is what I was elected to do. I stand solidly in my opinion and beliefs. Lana C. Oster Council member Vermontville Village Council Editor’s Note: The minutes of the recent Vermontville Village Council meeting do not show that Oster abstained from voting on the teen dance issue. However, when contacted by telephone on Monday, Oster insisted that she had ab­ stained. To The Editor: I sure was amazed to see that our Vermontville village council felt that our children from age 12 and up needed to have a night out in the bar. My gravy, I thought they were exposed to drugs and alcohol enough in school and through their parents. Now a minority of adults want to make sure that our children think that bar life is a great way to live (or die). I speak from experience when I tell you that it is not a great life and most always leads to ruin. v It starts out fun as they are showing the kids, but later on you become addicted to it oe fun. u. That and it’ss noo longer great bar life almost cost me my marriage, my job, and my life and cost several thousand dollars before I got away from it. I was only one of the millions of alcoholics in this country. Doctors are now saying drug and alcohol addiction is becoming an epidemic. The statistics are already againstour children, why try to give them a slimmer chance of having a happy, and useful life by promoting the “bar life” at such a young age. People should be telling them the truth, like most severe family fights occur after one or both parents had been to a bar. That quite often cruel and hurting statements are made after someone got drunk, wishing later they hadn’t said it. Most divorces are started by a parent that started cheating in a bar. Ask any kid of a broken family. Now the Carpenter’s Den has to bring us wet t-shirt contests, and mud wrestling, both of which are degrading to women. Having a contest so men can gawk at women’s breasts under a wet t-shirt and men who like to watch women waller around in mud like a couple of hogs is pretty degrading to the female sect and our community. You don’t see men doing it do you? Now that they have degraded the women and still don’t make enough How do you get premium homeowner’s insurance at a discount? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowner Policy discounts do just that. There are a number of premium discounts you might qualify for, and they could reduce your costs by as much as 40 percent! Get broad homeowners coverage, from a reputable source— at the price you want. Just ask your “no problem” Auto­ Owners agent about homeowners discounts. It’s no problem with Auto-Owners. TfabNo PrM/mfboph,- Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville money now they are after our children. This is not for the benefit of our local kids as they want you to believe. The Teen Dance ads are spread to bring kids from Charlotte, Olivet, Potterville, and Hastings. Whats next? How about Gay Night so all the homosexuals can come out? Or how about a Teen Dance with wet t-shirt contest and mud wrestling? It’s time that the public force the elected officials to understand that this small1 community doesn’t need or want that kind of en­ tertainment, pattered from the big cities. Call them and tell them today that we want ordinances against wet tshirt contest, mud wrestling, teen dances and whatever else that’s out of the ordinary for local bars. Come to the special meeting Wednesday night. It’s your kids and grandkids and nieces whose future is at stake. As usual the meeting is Wednesday night at about 7 p.m. which means that church goers who have Wednesday night Bible study won’t be able to come. I feel the pastors should have their people show up at the meeting instead. How can God have his views expressed if his people aren’t there to say anything? Jeff Frayer Dear Parents: Please be advised The Maple Valley Board of Education has given ap­ proval for a sixth grade school camp for the 1985-86 school year. Our program will be 12 years old this fall. The campsite this year again will be at Long Lake Yankee Springs Recreation Area. Our camp dates will be Oct. 1 through Oct. 4. The camping program will be in operation four days,Tuesday through Friday. Anyone having any questions regarding the camping program should contact camp director Howard Yost or Bill Christensen. The cost per student has been set at $51. Further information will be provided sixth grade students and their parents early in the school year. A parent camp meeting has been scheduled at the Maple Valley Junior Senior High School at 7 p.m., Sept. 17. Howard J. Gast Camp Director Teresa Jones To The Editor: To Whom It May Concern: It is too bad that in every community, regardless of size, there is a group of small, narrow-minded bigots who seek to tear down what other community minded people strive to do. A member of the business community in Vermontville has taken an interest in the youth of our small village by sponsoring a dance for our teen-agers. y of those pp Have any people who are complaining visited the banquet room of the Carpenter’s Den? This room has been used for wedding receptions, birthday parites and class reunions. Those who have made use of the facility have found it can be shut off from the regular bar area. The owners of the Car­ penter’s Den have been told by the Liquor Control Commission and by the Vermontville Township Police Chief that the sale of alcoholic beverages cannot take place during the hours of the dance. The Car­ penter’s Den owners have agreed to these stipulations. Being parents of teen­ agers, we are glad our teens can walk to a dance instead of being out in cars. e as s pes e We parents and Vermontville Village Council Trustees say “Thank You Carpenter’s Den” for taking an interest in our .local youth. Jim and Joyce Peterson Vermontville EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, Aug. 28 - Dairy Open House, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners, ML, starting at 10 a.m. Com­ plimentary noon luncheon. Thursday, Aug. 29 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Teen Club, Extension Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 3 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Sunday, Sept. 8 - Farm Bureau Farm Tour. Open to public. Monday, Sept. 9 - 7 p.m. 4-H Personal Appearance Leaders Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Conservation and Fertilizer Mgt. (Non­ Point Source Pollution) MSU. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volun­ teer Association Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Thursday, Sept. 12-7:30 p.m. Horse Developmrnt. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Saturday, Sept. 14 - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Grand River Canoe Trip. Monday, Sept. 16 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton County Fairboard Mtg., Fair Office, Charlotte. Thursday, Sept. 19- 7 p.m. Stock Dog Demonstration, Gordon and Marguerite Johnson’s 3500 Perkey Rd., Charlotte. Friday, Sept. 19 - Swine Days - MSU. Sept. 21-22 - State 4-H Rodeo, MSU Livestock Pavilion. Tuesday, Sept. 24 - 7:30 p.m. Post-Fair and Non-Livestock 4­ H project planning meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte fairgrounds. Saturday, Sept. 28 - 7:30 p.m. Jr. Livestock “Buyer’s Appreciation Banquet”, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday:: Sunday: Sunday: AM Worship Worshi .. 11 a.m. Youth A.M. Fellowship . 6 p.m. CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road East of M-66, 5 miles Sunday School . .iO a.m. ('/> mile south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunda Schooll .10 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Sunday Au.Mnd.a Sy School S eSrcvhiocoel ... 1101 aa..mm.. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m.Thursday: Wednesday: Wednesday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study........ 8 p.m.AWANA......... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m.ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service . 7 p m A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m . Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass . a.m;;«vea. Service...... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.Wednesday Evening PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Sunday School 10:30 a.m AssistantDon Roscoe .Worship........ ::. 7 p.m. at 6:30 p.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) P 4CTHR AAARY CURTIC REV. THOMAS VOYLES REV. LEON POHL To The Village Of Ver­ montville: At the August village board meeting members voted to give their consent to having a teen dance at the Caprenters Den Bar on August 31, as requested by Marquita Charnes, owner of the establishment. The dance would allow children from ages 12 thru 18 years of age to attend at a cost. I am sorry to say I was not able to attend the meeting that evening because of being out of town. I strongly oppose our children of this community having to seek out a tavern to be entertained. I further fell the village of Vermontville should have alternative places to conduct dances for our teens. In the future I feel the public as well as council members should be in­ formed of further activities before a commitment date is set and given more than one week’s notice to act upon such matters. I do encourage concerned parents to come to our village board meetings to be heard concerning our town. Wm. C. Bailey Council Member V ermontville V illage Council FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Summer Church A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Worship.. . 9:30a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Fellowship Time After REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Worship,. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting. .7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. Rc'v. Gletmn C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 3 for some local residents By Shelly Sulser XsXx. ss vvS sx At the Steward household on Vermontville Highway, being creative is a family affair and when mother Connie attends craft shows, she not only sells craft items she has made, but items husband George and children Heather and Brian have had a hand in too. Connie, who spends most of her free time crocheting, painting, sewing and knit­ ting, can often be fqund at almost any craft show held around the area on the weekends. “We do quite a few shows a year," she notes. Some of those shows include the Vermontville Syrup Festival, Lake Odessa’s Art in the Park and the Portland Octoberfest. The next show Steward can be found at is the Woodland Homecoming being held this, weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday in i Woodland’s village park. Much of her wares include baby blankets, pillows, * >1 ’ vtto 'Wiest Utotyii 11 u Connie Steward, who will be on hand at the Woodland Homecoming this Saturday, says she enjoys making crafts in her spare time. hn!naFinihi.^ii final Iflaitj i- CaBmtaandFBffek total' KSU. jfegjj Eibn taz* Mint . jn4|ULGiii^ ft I. je® • • • • • ARE YOU... A graduate under 20? Without a saleable skill? Without a high school diploma? Interested in taking the GED Test? Interested in computers? Call... Maple Valley Community Education PHONE^-^ SlM PRECSON It sq brand new you 11 ... in school this fa with a smart new Come in today for a 1 WIF/'j i 1i.Wji Crafting is a family affair at the home of George, Connie, Brian and Heather Steward of Vermontville. setting up her traveling craft booth at Charlotte’s Frontier Days next year, as well as the annual Christmas craft bazaar at the Charlotte Armory, which she has been to before. “The pillows are the best sellers,” notes Connie, who also has a variety of decorated golf balls, baby bottles and cushioned balloons. Accompanying Steward at the Woodland show will be friend Onalee Gabrick of Nashville, who will have a CO A Menu, Events aioncounu 'NDHOMEOlW • Iptf Mbi and decorated towels dusters, and many Care Bear items. Brian and Heather are responsible for the decorated pencils and crayon holders, and George helps make the children’s seats made with five-gallon buckets. Connie’s parents are no different, with her mother contributing picnic baskets, and her father making the unique spinners Connie takes to the shows. “We all get involved,” she said. “It’s kind of a family thing.” Steward, an employee of the Ingham County Secretary of State’s Office, says although she enjoys making the many different craft items, it’s hard work. “Even though I work every day, it’s hard to keep up the supplies,” says Steward, \yho also finds time to be an Avon salesperson as well. Connie says despite the work involved, she continues to do it because “I like to keep busy and I enjoy doing crafts.” Steward first got involved in crafting and attending shows nearly five years ago, and now plans to add more arts and craft shows to her list next year. She intends on real fashion lift 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and. spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. All sites are barrier free. August 28 - Roast beef on Sesame seed roll, cottage cheese with pineapple & oranges, 3-bean salad, birth­ day cake-All Sites, Birthday party. August 29 - Baked chicken with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes; brussel sprouts, roll, fruit-Hast. & Nash., Bingo. August 30 - Macaroni & cheese, French style green beans, tossed salad with dressing, fresh fruit-Wood., Blook pressure clinic a.m., Mary Palkowki, Nutrition Program Coordinator on “Fiber” Sept. 2 ALL SITES CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY. Sept. 3 - Tuna & macaroni salad, tomato wedges, pea & cheese salad, muffin, ice cream. 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Video Showcase ft GOOD THRU MONTH OF AUGUST — Zzfl �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 4 About birdhouse blues, swimmin escapades & a thundering catch (Note: The following is the final installment of a fivepart series of boyhood recollections written by former local resident Guy W. Howell of Tucson, Arizona. The story cover his growingup years in Nashville during the 1920-30s, and is the fifth such offering by Howell. His earlier reminiscences ap­ peared in 1983 and 1984. Hie son of the late Florence and Ransom Howell, the author moved to Nashville in 1918 at the age four and remained here more than 20 years. After a 40-year absence he made his first return trip to Nashville in 1983. We are indebted to him for the following account and for all of is earlier contributions to this column.) Pushing a doll buggy through a Nashville resi­ dential area in this circa 1915 photo are Helen Grace Reed and Charlotte Cross (a sister to Guy's pal Kenneth Cross). Another neighborhood girl he recalls did not tit the traditional role. She was a "regular tomboy" who "could whip the daylights out of any of us boys." Guy once tempted fate by picking on her pet cat. Memories Of Nashville By Guy W. Howell PartV When I was in high school, studying chemistry, we did experiments with various chemicals in the laboratory. One day we were generating hydrogen. The equipment was a bottle having a rubber stopper with two holes in it. Through one hole the stem of a thistle tube was placed. The other hole had a glass tube leading the hydrogen into a bottle of water, where it was collected in test tubes. We put little pieces of zinc metal in the bottom of the jar. We had brought old bath towels to school, and after we had poured sulphuric acid - H2 (S04) into the thistle tube, we wetted the towels and wrapped them around the jars. Then if they should explode, no one would get a face full of sulphuric acid and glass. The table where we sat while doing our experiments was a wide one, probably three or four feet wide, with a round sink in front of each person. The sinks were located in the middle of the table, with a person on each side, both using the same sink. The student across from me was a girl. She had wrapped her generator in a towel, as had we all. Shortly after we had wrapped our generators we heard a muffled explosion, and I saw her towel puff out and then fall to the table. It made us all very glad we had followed instructions and used the towels around the bottles. No one was hurt, but we were all a bit shaken with the realization of what could have happened. Earl Culp was my boss when I worked in his bakery, and he told me one day of an experience he had before he started the bakery. He was in Grand Rapids one time, and went to the Kroger Baking Co. looking for a job. He was talking to the head baker there, telling his qualifications. The head baker listened very closely. When Earl had finished talking, the baker thought for a little while. Then he said, “Young man, there is only one position here that you would be qualified far. That is mine, and I’m not yet ready to retire.” So Earl came home and started a bakery of his own. After I was well versed in the art of ice skating, I had a lot of fun on the ice. One winter, two or three of us fellows were on the river. The ice was probably five or six inches thick on the dead water, but on the channel it was only about half or threequarters of an inch thick. We kept daring each other to skate across the channel. Finally I got way back and got a good running start. I was really traveling when I coasted across the channel. I could hear the ice cracking some as I went across. The other fellows said the ice sagged a little as I went over it. The other two finally made it like I did, just coasting across. It was dangerous, but then we were filled with the spirit of adnture in those days. I wouldn’t even think of doing such a thing now. Charles Cruso lived next door to us, and I used to go over to sit and visit with him occasionally. He often told me of some of the hap­ penings of his youth. He told me of a lake somewhere in Central Michigan where he used to catch bluegills. He said he had 80 feet of line out, and the bluegills he caught would weigh as much as two pounds each. He said it was really fun, and also work, to pull those fish all that way out of the water. I remember in my early days when I would go into Efforts to generate hydrogen in a chemistry experiment at Nashville High School left an indelible mark on the memory of Guy Howell. He was thankful for precaution0^ instructions followed by the class. This photo of the schoolhouse built i 1902 shows it as it appeared in the 1920s, during Guy's student days there It in was razed in 1966. The new concrete bridge across the Thornappfe River, built in 1934, is seen in this photo taken some decade later. Howell recalls the gradual structuring of a temporary bridge across the river on North Main to facilitate a large crane used to build the permanent span, since the existing 1899 iron bridge would not handle the heavy equipment. John Appelman’s grocery store and watch him operate the coffee grinder. It stood nearly as tall as he, and had a large hopper on top, with a big wheel on each side and a crank on one of the wheels. He would pour the amount of coffee the customer wanted into the hopper and turn the wheels. The ground coffee came out of a spout and into the bag. The aroma of fresh ground coffee was really nice. My dad used to buy three pounds of a brand called “8 O’clock Coffee” each week. Of course, it wasn’t decaffienated. When I was a young boy, I was passing a house south of us in Nashville when I saw a bird house on the front porch. I had Always wanted a bird house, so I went up to it, picked it up, and took it home. Mother said right away, “Where did you get that?” “I found it,” I told her. But she didn’t believe as pretty a bird house as that was would be lost, so she said, “Where did you take it from?” And I had to tell her. She knew the man it belonged to, so she said, “You take that bird house right back there. And don’t just leave it on the porch. You go to the door, tell the man that you took it, and that you are sorry,” Well, that is the hardest thing I ever had to do. But I knew I had to do it, because my mother would ask if I did. Things like that sure stick in a person’s memory. I remember the first time I voted. It was the second election Franklin D. Rossevelt. I was 21 years old. When I went to the polls there was a man there who challenged my age. I showed my driver’s license, and there were two or three other men there who vouched for me. I was working on Tex Reid’s farm at Thornapple Lake one spring. I had helped haul ice to the ice house, when Tex wanted me to take the truck and haul sand from a place on the back of the farm. I would haul it down to the lake, drive out onto the ice and unload the sand onto the ice, where it would eventually sink to the bottom, making a nice sand beach. When I was returning from one trip to the sand pit the truck, with its load of sand, sank into the mud in a low place in'the road. Tex had a Buick car, and he got into it and tried to go around me so he could attach a rope to pull the truck out. His car also sank in to the fenders, and there we were. I went to the barn and got the tractor and hauled both vehicles out. When I was a boy some of the boys in the class would take turns dusting the erasers to help the teacher. We put all the erasers into a waste basket and took them down to the furnace room to dust them. There was a box there with a seat on it and a wheel brush on the front end connected to a pair of ped­ dles. Pushing on the peddles would turn the brush at a pretty good speed, taking the dust off the erasers. -1 knew a man in Nashville who was in the tank corps in the Army. He started his military service in the Army of Occupation in Germany in 1919. He was there for about a year, then came back to the states, where he put in for the Tank Corps. He didn’t get home very often, buy when he did I visited him. The outfit he was in traveled from Michigan to Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He said that was one of the roughest rides he ever took. I took care of the furnace for his mother, and I bought his old uniform and worked out the pay When I lived in Nashville there was a large willow tree just below the boys’ swim­ ming hole. I used to fish under that. A peculiar thing happened one afternoon. I was fishing for bass with minnows. It clouded up and thundered. While it was thundering I had a strike and pulled in a bass. I put another minnow on my hook and threw out again. A little later it thundered again and I got another strike and pulled in another bass. It may have been, and probably was, just coin­ cidence, but it certainly was peculiar. I continued fishing and it was getting dusk. It had gotten nearly dark when I had another strike. I pulled in and had a catfish, or bullhead on my hook. I got him offand onto my stringer. Then I noticed that my other minnows were dead, but I continued to fish with them, and when I stopped fishing I had two bass and about a dozen large catfish, or bullheads. We had a fish fry for dinner the next day. On that same willow tree there was a limb sticking out over the river. It was about seven or eight feet above the water. I went down to the swimming hole one day, and I was wearing a straw hat. I was ready to go in swimming when I had an idea; I would dive off that limb with my hat on. I never did that again. I nearly broke my neck when I hit the water. That hat was a very effective brake. I remember Maurice and Cora Teeple very well. At one time they lived in the three-story brick Appelman house on the southeast corner of Reid St. and Main. Cora had a pair of shoe iceskates that would fit my feet. I used to borrow them occasionally, before I bought my own shoe skates. They are very nice people. One of the boys in the neighborhood had a pair of racing skates. The runners stuck out several inches beyond the shoe, and were much thinner than ordinary skates. I wore them one time, and a person could really get up and go with those skates. One summer when I was at Camp Barry, a lot of the fellows were playing pranks on other boys. When we arrived at camp they gave us tubes of Colgate toothpaste. Now one ofthe boys, when he slept, had his mouth open and looked like he was chewing something. One of the fellows took his tooth­ paste and squeezed all of it into the boy’s mouth. He really woke up spluttering. There were a few houses on the north side of Reid St. where the property was on the edge of the river. There was one family which' had two boys and one girl living at home. The girl was a regular tomboy. The boys in the neighborhood had a gang, and that girl belonged to it. She could whip the daylights out of any of us boys. One day I was on the riverbank back of their house when I saw her cat walking along. I had always wanted to know if cats could swim, so I picked up the cat and threw it into the river. She saw me do it, and OH Boy! She took out after me. If she had caught me I would probably have gotten the beating of my life. I admitted to myself that I probably deserved it, but my feet said, “Noway!” I outran her and got got away. In those days I was a runner and could outrun most of the kids. In a day or two she was back on speaking terms with me. It always seemed that the kids’ altercations, while seeming to be monstrous at the time, were soon forgotten, and life went on as it had before. While at Camp Barry another prank was played on a boy who slept very soun­ dly, and could out-snore Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 5 Obituaries Dalton L. Winegar bs J*< Si?1*) . " *»«hi h,"® 6 «*2s* *»•» !!? iiCmx mx' ftitajjfc •kh ajj^^ "fepti ifiiis'iu ■I Wil nartfjrj ’Vk® taita.iii ■SE1E !fotf(!j|rj; iitnH ■ He tat o is Cape imediicJr ■iHesai atesifeB lias ■ I tot k:ijs Etsi! 'wtiiiti iiqtiiiisxi kta'in ttasn.i - Witte teliiiilii ptipsit1 ifeMe WW* ffrftn aW??3 ig'sjffl-t to it on theirians JwS3Ii ftelW iHjj j« jn n jtt nsaW®1 nsaW®1 W twbojs^®?' KJ >-etta^' insfrrt-W jfrijiife»^ alW J UgjBl®k UBk w* । fpgi mlli frii l0l friij 00SSj L >£ li * I-* I* VERMONTVILLE Dalton L. Winegar, 93, of 6862 N. Ionia Rd., Ver­ montville died Monday, Aug. 19,1985 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Winegar was bom in the Eaton Rapids area and attended schools there. He married the former Julie Wells on June 1, 1922. She died May 8, 1979. He had been engaged in farming all of his working life and had farmed on N. Ionia Rd. since 1921. Mr. Winegar had been a resident of Tront’s Adult Foster Care Home in Hastings for the past 2*£ years. He was a member of the Vermontville F & AM and attended Vermontville Bible Church. Surviving are one son, Homer Winegar of Ver­ montville; three grand­ children; seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one sister, Aleta Lawrence and a brother, Orval Winegar. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville with Pastor Daniel Smith officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Hospital. Arrangements were made by Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes, Nashville. Memories, continued anyone I ever saw. One night some of the boys in the tent picked up his cot and carried it about six or eight feet out into the lake. When reveille sounded next morning, he swung his feet out of bed right into the lake! It was a rude awakening. Another prank was putting nettles in the bed, and another was known as short-sheeting. The sheet was folded in such a way that the person’s feet would stop about halfway down the bed. I saw another trick pulled, but only once. One of the boys got a snapping turtle and put it in the foot of another boy’s bed. The boy crawled in and the turtle got him by the big toe. The boy flipped his foot out of the cover and the turtle went flying. It hit the boy who had pulled the trick right in the face! He never pulled that stunt again. In 1930’s they built a new bridge across the river on North Main. They brought in a large crane and started work. They said they needed the crane on the north side of the river. The existing bridge wouldn’t handle it, so they started building a temporary bridge. They had large telephone pole pilings Robert J. Hunter HASTINGS - Mr. Robert J. Hunter, 62, of 252 S. Charlton Park Rd., Hastings died Monday, Aug. 19, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Funeral services were held 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22 at Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes, Nashville, with Pastor Bob Novak of­ ficiating. Burial was in Kalamo Cemetery. Mr. Hunter was boro in St. Louis, Missouri and spent his early years in Illinois. He was a veteran of W.W. II, serving in the U.S. Army. He married the former Doris Walters on Sept. 9, 1940. He lived in the Hastings and Woodland area for the past 22 years. Mr. Hunter was self-employed as a brick mason most of his life. Surviving are his wife, Doris; one son, Michael Hunter of Illinois; two daughters, Mrs. Loretta Walters of Walker, ML, Mrs. Nikki Brezger of Illinois; eight grandchildren; one great grandchild; two brothers, Joseph Hunter of Illinois, Don Hunter of Charlotte; two sisters, Mrs. Judy Brown of Nashville, Mrs. Carol Underwood of Texas. He was preceded in death by two sons, Robert and Melvin Hunter and two daughters, Nancy Sue Gross and Rose Hunter. which they put down. They drove two posts in the edge of the river and two more out a ways. Then they put stringers between the north and south posts, and started laying out a decking. The decking was 4”xl2” laid on edge. The process was done over and over again, and as the bridge got farther into the river, the crane went out on the part that was done. That way, little by little, the crane worked its way across the river. It was very in­ teresting, watching them build that bridge. This is my fifth Memories article and my “think tank” is kind of running dry. This may be the last one I can dredge up. I don’t know. If I think of some more, maybe at some later date I could write another one, but there is no certainty of it. I really would like to see some memory articles by some of the people I used to know. When a person gets started, it really isn’t hard. When I first started writing, I couldn’t remember very much, but you see, I’ve written five articles. The one about Earl Culp’s bakery makes six, and I believe there was one earlier. So come on, you folks; how about it? Beaver Island slide show being presented The Maple ValleyLakewood Community Education program will be holding monthly meetings for those over 50-years of age. The meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Maple Valley Jr. Sr. High School. The meetings begin at 12:45 in the cafeteria and include lunch and a program. Lunch will cost $1.40 and will be served around 1 p.m. The program will follow. The programs are informative as well as entertaining. The first meeting will be held Sept. 17 and slides of Beaver Island will be shown by Kay Hartzler. To make a reservation for lunch call 852-9275 by Monday noon. If you find that you c an c ome, even though you have not made a reservation, please feel free to come. Birthdays are celebrated at each meeting, so if you have had a birthday during Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS..,7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. the summer, or in September, please indicate this when you make your reservation. We hope that you will be able to join us. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 4 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office. September 4- Wheat-Barley Production meeting, 7;30 p.m., Community Building. September 5 - Rally Day, Community Building, 10 a.m. September 11 - 4-H Horse Leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. September 16 - 4-H Award forms due in Extension Office. September 18 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. The last thing you need now is a problem with expensive home insurance. Your home is a big enough investment, so you don’t need a problem affording the kind of insurance you prefer. If you’re hunting for economical home insurance... with broad coverage ... from a reputable source... consider Auto-Owners Insurance. Auto-Owners has anumber of premium discounts for homeowners which could reduce your premium costs by as much as 40 percent! So now you know.. .there’s a simple way to get just the homeowner’s policy you want—at the price you want. See for yourself. It’s no problem with your Auto-Owners agent. r.'A I# »■#< ■*<4M W1 »*<4 |J81 »<4 John Warren, Thelma Christopher (seated), Bev Warren, Betty Pierce and Mary Hecker. The Hecker Agency <i^i ____ (f^luto-Ownen Insurance 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE I* IIt* t** I* fft Insurance for your Life, Home, BuSineSS and Car Phone (517) 852-9680 *■ y PkfbNo �Th* Mople Volley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 6 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events Tuesday, Aug. 27 - School starts for Maplewood, Kellogg, Fuller, and other Maple Valley students. Tuesday, Aug. 27 - The Kalama Historical Society meets at the town hall at 6:30 p.m. for potluck followed by Greta Firster on her Alaskan Adventures. Sunday, Sept. 1 - Labor Day. Wednesday, Sept. 4 Congregational L.C.A. meets at 11 a.m. for luncheon and meeting and the Methodist UMW meets at 12:30 p.m. for potluck and meeting. Monday, Sept. 9-7 p.m. Woman’s Club Club at Congregational Griswold Room for salad and dessert potluck. Mrs. leva Inglis will speak of life in Latvia. Past presidents will be honored. Thursday, Sept. 12 - Senior Citizen’s noon potluck at the Griswold Room followed by Bingo. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed and Mr. and Mrs. Russ Kerbyson started out Wednesday for a few days vacation at Six Lakes State Park which turned out to be a disaster when a gas leak caused an explosion in Reed’s trailer and blew the roof off and started a fire, burning them all seriously and sending them to the Edmore Hospital. The Reeds were later taken to the burn center at Sparrow Hospital. Gary many be able to come home soon but Nina, the most seriously burned, will be there several weeks. The Kerbyson’s were burned on their faces and hands. They were released Friday night and are at his daughter’s home, Mrs. Doris Green, 4663 Yankee Rd., St. Clair, Mich. 4 8 0 7 9. Mr. and Mrs. Greg Rodriguez have purchased Back-to-School Styles! ALL $£SOO HAIRCUTS................. Includes shampoo and blow dry. $’ COOO SHAMPOO AND SET.. "The Mirrors image" ■JLMc wmou iiuaae,. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY the former Kroger home on West Main and moved in last week. Greg was able to go back to work Monday after eight weeks due to some broken bones in his hand. Sgt. Perry Stakweather is home on leave from Ft. Carson, Colorado, visiting his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Holland Burkett of Kalamo and his Aunt Mrs. Flora White and Ionia. Sympathy is expressed to the relatives of Mrs. Flossie King, 89, a former resident who passed away over the week at H.G.B. Hospital. She has been a patient at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility for three years. Services were held Monday at Pray Funeral Home at 1 p.m. The building trade is having an upswing recently. Besides the attractive rustic log house at the intersecton of Ionia and Nashville Hwy., described in last weeks M.V. News, the three bedroom home of Mr. and Mrs. Monte O’Dell on North Main is rapidly taking shape with roof, windows, doors, and exterior siding. A little farther north, 173 N. Main, Greg Bowers has put up a new garage. At 360 S. Main, Rod Harmon has built a new barn garage. A building is also going up back of the old Calista Faust home on South Main which was partially tom down. Mrs. Viola Bennett and her daughter Wanda Lyons of Battle Creek spent from Friday, Aug. 16 to Monday Aug. 19 visiting cousins Mr. and Mrs. Everett Baker in Greenville, Ohio. Mrs. Bennett’s sister Myrna and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Drondenberg who 2996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE OPEN LABOR Ph. 726-0486 Party Mart UPSKXIAl lyn Pepsi, Mountain Dew, a Diet Pepsi, Pepsi | Free, Diet Pepsi Free & Pepsi Lite vl Patio Burritos Z2. //$*JL|00 Red Chili & Beef-Bean 5 OZ Bernea French Onion Dip oz Bamby 65'Snack CakesASS;.r I15 State Journal • Detroit Free Press • Miller’s Ice Cream • Instant Lottery Tickets • Beer • Wine Packaged Liquor • Ice • Party and Picnic Supplies — HOURS———— Mon.-Thurs. 8 am-11 pm; Fri. & Sat. 8 am-12 am Sunday 10 am-10 pm PRICES EFFECTIVE AUGUST 27 THRU SEPT. 2, 1985 — have been here this summer have gone to their Florida home. Wednesday’s visitors at the Firsta home were Mr. Jack Lightcap of Owasso and Miss Wendy Seghi of Woodland called on Greta Firster: Saturday her visitors were Mrs. Eleanor Boldrey of Nashville and Mrs. Alvord of Jackson. Tuesday Mr. Firster showed her slides of Alaska at the Senior Citizens meeting in the Kalamao Town Hall. Sept. 10th she will show them in Nashville at the senior meeting in the. Masonic Temple. Dinner at noon. Seniors from Ver­ montville are invited. Let Mrs. Wm. Harmon know if you plan to attend. Lunch is 75 cents. Mrs. Firster spent Sunday evening -with friends in Lansing. New books now at Putnam Library Several books have been added to our Michigan collection. They are: “Father Abraham’S Children” by Frank B. Woodford. This is about Michigan in the Civil War. “A Touch of Steel” by Dan Angel. A biography of William Milliken. “Parade Without Banners” by Mildred Lignian . Reminiscences' of early Battle Creek. “Blow For Batten’s Crossing!” by Hazel Girard. A backwoods odyssey of the area near Oscoda. “Bloodstoppers and Bearwalkers” by Richard Dorson. Folk traditions of the Upper Peninsula. “Lake Superior” by Grace Lee Nute. “Recipes ofAll Natons” by Countess Morphy. Recipes for food and beverages of many countries. “Motor Auto Repair Manual” for 1969-1976 models. “Girltalk” by Carol Weston. Down to earth ad-; vice for adolescent girls. “Home Brewing Without Failures” by H.E. Bravery. How to make your own beer; ale, stout and cider. “Hold the Dream” by Barbara Taylor Bradford. A sequel to “A Woman of Substance”. “Painted Lady” by Leonard Falkner. The life and times of Eliza Jumel, in the early decades of the Federal Republic. “Proving Ground” by Leone Lowden. A novel of the Civil War. It’s setting is Indiana, where the lives of Northern and Southern sympathizers become en­ tangled by the bitter passions of the conflict. Local student attends arts & science institute Brendon McCullin of Nashville was one of 94 talented high school students selected to attend the 1985 Summer Arts and Sciences Institute at Central Michigan University. “The Twelfth Century Renaissance and Its Impact on Contemporary Society” was the theme selected for this summer’s course, which ran from July 28 to Aug. 10. The course was designed to show students how the 12th century Renaissance is still influencing life today. The program included lectures, small discussion groups, and six specializied workshops. In the workshops, students explored the stars using Galileo’s charts, studied maps of early topographers, and traced .the ocean routes of the first explorers. Students were able to re­ enact medieval theater and sing 12th century madrigals. On the closing day of the program, students attended a medieval banquet prepared by the students themselves. The program closed with a film documentary of the Arts and Sciences Institute, produced by students in the cinematography workshop. “The purpose of the Summer Institute was to expose students to the dif­ ferent areas of history,” said LuAnn Weber, assistant institute director. “We wanted them to juxtapose the past with modern times so they could see the impact the 12th century has had on our society.” CMU was one of five Michigan universities selected to host the Summer Institute. To attend, students had to be nominated by their high school and intermediate school districts. Final selection was made by the Michigan Department of Education. Community Ed offers variety of classes variety of adult A education classes are being offered again'this year by Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education program. Those classes required for a high school diploma are offered in the daytime at Mead-O-Acres and in the evening at the high school. Other classes are also offered in the evenings at the high school. The Office Procedures and Machine Operations will be taught by Marge Wolff on Monday evenings. This course will be individualized according to the students needs and in­ terests. Some of the units studied will include filing, machine transcription, electronic calculator operations and word processing. Accounting and typing are also offered and are taught by Nancy Rosin. The ac­ counting course is a basic course for the beginner. If you would like to take a typing class to learn how to type for personal use, or if you would like to brush up on your typing skills, this class is for you. The class is in­ dividualized according to the needs of the students. If you have considered taking a GED test, we have a class that will help you prepare for the GED test. These classes are free, to adults without high school diplomas and free to graduates under 20 years of age. Others may take this class for-a small fee. For further information or to enroll, call the community education office at 852-9275, or stop in at the office located in the high school. Office hours are from 1-9 p.m. Monday through Thursday. We are pleased to announce the opening of a ... Gastroenterology Clinic Dr. David Wiedemer M.D. BOARD CERTIFIED GASTROENTEROLOGIST Dr. Richard Martens. M.D. BOARD ELIGIBLE GASTROENTEROLOGIST Clinic Hours: Location: Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to Noon HGB Specialty Clinics • Medical Bldg. 210 N Oliver St, Charlotte Located directly behind HGB Hospital Appointments: Call 543-1050 Ext. 404 or W2 Beferral Not Necessary Bringing a New Health Care Service to Eaton County" HAYES GREEN BEACH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL �Th* Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Pag* 7 Charlotte Frontier Days will feature Championship Rodeo Charlotte Frontier Days and Budwieser Company once again combine to bring World Championship Rodeo to mid-Michigan. On Sept. 6, 7 and 8’ the country’s top cowboys will converge on Charlotte for three rodeo performances at the Eaton Country Fairgrounds. The event is co-sponosored by Martin Motors of Charlotte. The Budweiser World Championship Rodeo is a major family entertainment attraction at Charlotte’s annual Frontier Days. The three-day event is well known on the professional rodeo circuit, drawing contestants from all over the United States. Among last year’s com­ petitors was Dan Dailey, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1984 World Championship All Around Cowboy. Rodeo contractor Jim Zinser and his J-Bar-J Company provide all the rodeo stock. Zinser is among the nations’ best-respected stock contractors, furnishing animals for International Rodeo Association competition from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Madison Square Garden. He has produced the Michigan State Fair Rodeo, and his stock consistently takes first place in the IRA Northeast Region i saddle bronc, bucking bull in and bareback horse categories. Color, pageantry and topnotch livestock are the ingredients of a successful rodeo, and that’s just what J Bar J and Budweiser manage to put together during three exciting Frontier Days Rodeo productions. The Budweiser World Championship Rodeo will include bull riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, and for cowgirls, some fast action barrel racing. Children in the audience are invited to join in the “calf scramble,’’ planned during each performance. Ribbons are attached to calves’ tails, and then calves and youngsters are released into the arena. The first boy Donations continue to boost library fund The most recent con­ tributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came in memory of Elva M. Goodson from Richard and Mildred Burd, Eddie and Mary Louise Mrozinski, Joe and Betty Thomas, Al and Pat Allison, and Betty Moore. There also was a contribution received from an anonymous donor. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News. Names of donors and of those named in gifts also will be inscribed on scrolls to be displayed in the new room. Contributions may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Summer s by". Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 For OV Back-to-School Wr Plaidsand gm Stripes from 3 yd WOOl fro m^lO^D Full Stock of McCall's and Simplicity Patterns or girl to remove the ribbon from the “scrambling” calf will receive a prize. The rodeo takes place rain or shine at the Eaton County Fairgrounds grandstand on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 6, 7, and 8. Advance sale tickets are now on sale in Charlotte at Sherman Pharmacy, Wildern’s Drug Store, Bruno’s Party Store, J and J’s Junction, and at the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce office, (517) 543­ 0400. Prices are: adults, $5 in advance, $6 at the gate; children (12 and under) $3 in advance and $4 at the gate on Friday and Saturday. Sunday is “Family Day” with all children’s tickets priced at only $1 both ad­ vance and at the gate, on Frida^and Saturday ^and at 3 p.m on Sunday. Serving Our Country Jennifer D. Grimes Second Lt Jennifer D. Grimes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip H. Byington of 411 S. Main St., Vermontville, Mich., has completed a signal officer basic course at the U.S. Army Signal School, Fort Gordon, GA. Students received in­ struction in military leadership and tactics, East of Michigan Ave. In Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN Mon - Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 ♦ MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner Nashville ...517-852-9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service 131 S. State St., Nashville tactical and radio com­ munications systems and communications center operations. Grimes is scheduled to served with the 51st Signal Battalion in West Germany. Her husband, Army Spec. 6 Philip A. Grimes, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred N. Grimes of 3906 Churchill Ave., Lansing. She is a 1974 graduate of Capitol City Baptist School, Lansing. 852-0940 Diana’sBack-to-School PERMS SPECIALS $750 Prices from *17.50 & Up................... All Nail Extensions ...with Diana ■ OFF $ « fioo Av OFF Back-to-School Tan.. .$7 EDO You Bet I 10 Visits s Ow Grand River canoe trip is Sept. 14 by Beverly A. Barrett, 4-H Program Assistant Eaton County Parks and Recreation and Eaton County 4-H will be cooperatively sponsoring a canoe trip down the Grand River on Saturday, Sept. 14. Canoes will be dropping in the water at 10 a.m. from Tecumseh Park to Fit­ zgerald Park with a stop at Delta Mills Park for a hot dog roast for lunch. For those renting a canoe: $11 per canoe includes the canoe, insurance and hot dog roast for lunch; those with their own canoes, $2 per canoe includes insurance and hot dog roasL Register by Sept. 11 by calling the Eaton County Parks and Recreation office in Fitzgerald Park, 627-7351 or Eaton County Cooperative Extension, 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. 'pa&'ticA 218 E. State Street World Championship Rodeo action will be featured at the Charlotte Frontier Days SePK 6‘8- County Teen Club meeting Thursday All 4-H Teens are invited to the County Teen Club meeting on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 7:30 p.m. at the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office at 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte. The group is called ETC; their motto is “County Teens Working Together.” This is a group that sponsored the dance during the Eaton County Fair. Any 4-H member 14 years old or older by Dec. 31 of the fair year is eligible for membership. Concerned Citizens of Vermontville and Surrounding Area, Say NO!! To Teen Dances at the Carpenter’s Den Bar ...and encourage your input at the open Vermontville Village special council meeting ... Wednesday, Aug. 28 at 7 pm ...for discussion of this issue. PAID FOR BY CONCERNED CITIZENS OF VERMONTVILLE 527 South Main'Street, Vermontville, Ml 49096 �Sponsors of fair racing blankets get thanked Nashville firemen at park event A men's team of Nashville firefighters (on left) placed second in waterball competition Sunday at Charlton Park's Antique Fire Fighting Show and Muster. (Maple Valley News photo by Elaine Gilbert) Fuller offering gymnastic program On Sept. 16 gymnastics will return to Fuller Street School for a 10 week fall session. Gymnastics has been a very successful sport in the U.S.A. for both boys and girls for about 8 years. The MAPLE VALLEY (Cooperative Nursery School NEW CLASS'ONE DAY LoueAdnnn Setsandtaony—M 7o2r6n-0i5n5g5 W o9r:3K0ellAy .AMsp. i na ll 1—1:83502-A17.M46. TO aadtimointsalsittudeonr tsetohfniacnyorriacine, color, creed, y g. achievement of the U.S.A. National Olympics team during the Summer Olym­ pics in Los Angeles were incredible. Gymnastics improves through fun activities, coordination, flexibility, strength and rhythm. Children will be introduced to balance beam and vaulting off the spring board, and learn all kinds of tum­ bling. There will be a new class for pre-school children. In Movement Education classes, the content includes fun exercises with music and basic moves in tumbling. Interaction with other children and listening to follow directions are part of the program. Lots of other fun movement education activities are included. Registration for these classes will be Wednesday, Sept. 4 at Fuller School from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Plans are for classes to be basically same as spring session, with the addition of the movement education on Wednesdays only at 2:45-3:15 p.m. for 2-3 year olds with parent for $12 and a 3:15 to4 p.m. for 4 to 5 year olds without parent for $18. Also, now children may go twice a week for a $38 fee or once a week for $20. All classes are 10-weeks. Again there is a limit of 16-20 children with two instructors. With permission it may be possible to make-up a missed class. Parents of returning students and those on the waiting list are urged to be early to register. Registration in person will make it easier and will have preference to mail registration. Efforts will be made to try to make room for all who enroll. To register by mail send check and registration slip to Angela Botz 119 Grand Castle Terrace Battle Creek, MI 49017. Forms will be sent home with students or may be picked up on registration night. For more information call Angela at 616-962-3187. The Moose Lodge 628 The presentation of Blanket Trophies for win­ Trophy was won by Nightly ners at the harness races of Ace, a six year old mare the 1985 Barry County Free pacer, owned by Mahlon Frisbie of Colon, and driven Fair were as follows: On Monday the Gibby’s by Tom Waltke. The Bosley Pharmacy Footlong Trophy was won by perfect Dapper, a four year Trophy was won by Tara old gelding pacer, owned by Your Pants, a four year old John Berg of Nashville, and mare trotter, owned by Keith Hough of Allegan and-driven driven by Al Pelligrini. The Farmers Feed Trophy by Joe Seekman. The Varney’s Stables was won by Consortium, a five year old gelding trotter, Trophy was won by Justly owned and driven by John Queen, a seven year old mare trotter, owned by Curran of Jackson. The County Seat Lounge Fortunes Way Farm of Trophy was won by Jewel Manchester and driven by Knorpp. Ridge, a four year old mare Dave p y The Little Brown Jug pacer, owned and driven by Cliff Soles Sr. of PleasantSaloon Trophy was won by Burrell's Bullet, a five year The Mirrors Image Trophy old geldig pacer, owned by was won by Tara Your Auto Metal Stables, Inc. of Pants, a four year old mare Oak Park, and driven by trotter, owned by Keith Dave Knorpp. A special thank you is also Hough and driven by Joe given to Steven Varney of Seekman of Allegan.. The Ingraham Memorial Hastings for presenting the Trophy was won by Golden trophies and the Russ Doty Baby, a five year old gelding of Hastings for taking all the pacer, owned and driven by winners’ pictures. Also to the John Dospoy of North Bridles and Bits 4-H Club girls, Ann Doll, Tami Eisner, Adams. On Thursday, the National Becky Rupright, and Marie Bank of Hastings Trophy Hawkins for parading the was won by AdairTar a five horses for all the races. Also a thank you to the y year old gelding pacer,, owned by Lendon Keith of sponsors and trophies for Lansing, and driven by this years fair program. William Morris. MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 Hl RUE Al tJOP' RE Al tOP' NOW 15 ACRES& BLDGS. $45,000! On State Rd. More land available (total 36 acres with 21A tillable & 13A wooded with lake & stream). 3 BDRM., 2 story house, 30x40 barn, fenced yard, large shade trees. Price includes tractor plow INVESTMENT PROPERTY!! Liveanddisk- in one unit, rent the other. Close to school, tn Nashville. One 3 bedroom unit & one 2 bedroom unit., lLiisstted at $34,900. (N-103) It's a Girl! Brandon Garvey is proud announce the birth of his sister, Megan Elizabeth Sunday, Aug. 18. She weighed in at 7 lbs. 3 oz. and was 19 inches long. Parents are Ray and Char of 221 Middle St. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Jack Garvey of Nash­ ville and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Waananen of Ahmeek. Budget Buys Ladies Corduroy .y. Jeans . 1*q Ladies’ Denim Baggy Jeans f!ps $4" - $6 - $8 Boys & Men's Hi Top Gym Shoes. Ladies Cotton Bikinis.......... $10" PaJ9 C Over the Calf Tube Socks..JO Pair,.. Also... Full line of school supplies, as always. Variety Store phone852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Downtown Nashville CARD OF THANKS Our sincere and heartfelt appreciation to all the family, friends and neigh­ bors for the beautiful floral tributes, cards, phone calls, and prayers at the time of the “homegoing” of our loved one, Delton Winegar. A special thanks to Mary Tront for her loving care, to the Wren Funeral Home and staff, Pastor Dan Smith for his words of comfort and prayers, the ladies who provided and served lunch following the services and our Vermontville Bible Church family for their love and concern. May the Lord Bless you all! Homer and Joann Winegar Larry and Diane Winegar and family Rick and Shelly Winegar and family Tom and Karen Winegar and family LAKE ODESSA VILLAGE NEAR SCHOOLS and park, 2 story, 7 room (4 bedrooms) home on corner lot, mature shade. Listed at $32,000. (LO-120) HOME IN CHARLOTTE with "original charm" - 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1'/> baths, some hardwood floors, fenced back­ yard, screened front porch, first floor laundry. This is a nice, "well built" home & close to business district. (Char-133) A HOME FOR RETIREES or o R 8 young family. $25,000 with VA^FHA terms possible. 2 bed­ rooms, 1st floor laundry, nice kitchen, all neat & clean, large lot, 2 story garage. NEW LISTING: (N-130) NEW NASHVILLE LISTING: Older Village of Nashville. 2-story home, has had many new improvements! I New vinyl siding & roof, most new vinyl ca vny clad wnows, windows, aum, alum, shutters, storm doors & eavestroughs, walkout basement. «f Patio door to wolmanized wrap Jji around deck overlooks recrea- H tional park. (Pond with fish on M the property.) (N-132)jJjjj — NEW LISTINGS — NICE FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE: 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, screened patio, fenced yard, 2 car garage w/workshop. (N-138) COUNTRY HOME ON 10 ACRES: Built in 1978, 3 bedrooms, 1 Vi baths, Andersen window^, aluminum siding, 2 Vi car garage built in 1984, plus 24x42 pole building with water & electric, Bellevue Schools. (Ch-137) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 9 Charlotte's '15th Annual Sk ’ *1 CV : 1 CV »ffPWs 'PN! to Frontier Days' starts soon Charlotte’s 15th annual dancing. %% sss Frontier after parade; Arts and Days celebration The Budweiser World Crafts, old courthouse lawn, jS W ffcSis j ccs SS Wis' gets under way Wednesday, Championship Rodeo, co- 9 am o dusk; us; Flea ea Market, are a.m. to September 4th and continues sponsored by Martin Motors Jr. high school; food and sft «s? i' Siji7u?, * JJW *iS S*A •J?!^ J?!^ *t»^£ jw fata ft aa. *ifa3 if3a i *M! through September 8th. This city of 8,500 plans to host some 25,000 people during the five-day celebration, featuring a Budweiser World Championship Rodeo, a lively Frontier Saloon and Dance Hall, a grand parade, an 18th century living history encampment, antique car show, 5 and 10K runs, a giant flea market and lots of other family-type entertainment. The festival opens of­ ficially on Wednesday evening at the Frontier Saloon and Dance Hall, located at the fairgrounds, with a pageant to select 1985’s Frontier Days Queen. Local women will vie for the title in western wear and evening gown competitions. The Saloon, offering the longest bar this side of Houston, will stay open nightly through Saturday, September 7, featuring live bands, food, drinks and of of Charlotte, Charlotte, takes takes place place at at thee fairgrounds on Friday argrouns on ray and Saturday, September 6 and 7 at 8 p.m., followed by a matinee performance on Sunday at 3 p.m. Mea nwhile, other highlights add to the celebration: Friday, Silver Slipper Riverboat Dance Hall, Friday evening, Charlotte armory; Saloon, fairgrounds, 6:30 p.m., 2 a.m.; Budweiser Rodeo, fairgrounds, 8 p.m. Bingo tent at the plaza; Arts and Crafts, old courthouse lawn, noon to dusk. Saturday, Runs (5 and 10K) at high school, 10 a.m. with registration' at 8:30 a.m.; parade, Cochran Ave., 10:30 a.m. Antique car display, athletic field next to Bennett Park after parade; Music in Oak Park, af­ ternoon; Family Family entertainment at the Saloon Agent says solar grain drying not worthwhile in Michigan Using solar collector grain-drying systems reduces energy needs for the bin drying process, but fuel savings in Michigan are generally not enough to justify construction costs. “Solar energy for crop drying is weather dependent and may be least successful during the years when it is most needed,” says Roger Betz, Extension Ag Agent. “In fact, it appears that a natural air drying system may work equally well in Michigan without the ad­ ditional expense of a solar collector.” Five solar collector designs were studied over a 10-year period. Construction costs ranged from $600 to $4,835. One type of collector was wrapped around a storage bin. Two of the collectors tested were solar attics on the livestock facilities. Another was a portable, self-supporting collector, and the last was an inflatable plastic collector. Of the five, the solar attic collector on a dairy calf house performed the most successfully, with an average efficiency of 56.2 percent. This collector was the most expensive per square foot to build, however. Solar drying was found to be most successful when started later in the fall, when humidity is reduced. Betz recommends that the moisture content for grain in a solar drying system not exceed 20 percent, using an airflow rate of 2.5 cubic feet per minute per bushel of grain dried. Solar collectors are more efficient when sized ac­ cording to the amount of grain dried, with a range of 0.1 to 0.3 square feet of collector per bushel of grain the most effective. The heat energy supplied by the solar collector systems often overdries the ACTION-ADS BLUEBERRIES: Good picking through Labor Day, 8 a.m. til noon, 5 p.m. til dark, Monday thru Satur­ day. Roy Hall, 945-2189. (8­ 27) bottom layers of grain in the drying bin. This can be alleviated by stirring the grain, but installing a stirring device increases the cost of the system. Solar collector crop-drying systems are not likely to replace conventional equipment, because of the collector’s costand the small amouiit of energy collected during the crop-drying season. But if fuel costs continue to rise in the coming years, using solar energy for crop drying in Michigan may become more practical. 1’1. bbingo ri.ngo tents; Budweiser tents; Budweiser rodeo, fairgrounds, fairgrounds, 88 p.m.; rodeo, 18th century living history encampment; south end of Bennett Park; Saloon, 6:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. fairgrounds. Sunday, Flea market, Jr. high; Music in Oak Park, afternoon; Budweiser rodeo, 3 p.m. fairgrounds; Arts and Crafts, old courthouse, noon to 6 p.m.; 18th century battle re-enactment, 1 p.m.; south end of Bennett Park. For more information about Frontier Days ac­ tivities contact the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce (517)543-0400. Charlotte s Frontier Days gets underway Sept. 5 and continues for 5 days. Among the events is a parade. Florida stays tops with travelers Florida continues to lure more Michigan vacationers than any other vacation area, based on AAA Michigan auto Triptik routings. The second most popular destination is the Ohio, Indiana and Illinois region. “Many persons prefer vacations close to home, but those who do travel beyond Michigan borders have made Florida the hottest getaway spot for at least the last 10 years,” said James Drury, AAA Michigan Travel Operations manager. Interest in Florida remains high throughout the year, but it is strongest in February and March. Although auto routings for Florida are down slightly so far this year compared to last, the state continues to draw twice the routings than the second-ranked Ohio, Indiana and Illinois region. Other popular vacation destinations are: Ontario, Ohio amusement parks, Shipshewana, Ind., and the third; the Georgia, North especially Cedar Point, Chicago area. Carolina, South Carolina Kings Island and Sea World; Ontario travelers flock to region, fourth; and the Mid­ the Amish country around Continued on page 14— Atlantic states Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia-fifth. Last year, AAA Michigan , provided members with more than 480,000 auto Triptik routings, with more than half for the top five Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. 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Offer expires Sept. 10, 1985. । j �Th* Maple Volley New*. Noihville. Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 10 Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING — AUGUST 8, 1985 — The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil held August 8, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Presi­ dent John Hughes. Present G. Frith, C. Tobias, D. Chaffee and R. Furlong. Absent J. Kent and R. Harvey. Minutes taken by Treasurer Lois Elliston in absence of the Clerk. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias that the following bills be presented and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All Ayes. Motion carried. ing report for the month of July 1985. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Furlong to ap­ prove a SDD resort license for Carl's Markets at 999 Reed Street, Nashville. All ayes. Motion carried. President Hughes called a Public Hearing for August 22, 1985 on the rezoning of 131 S. State St., lot 31 of A.W. Phillips Addition requested by Dave and Rosie Murphy. Motion by Frith, supported by Chaffee to extend the deadline for collecting the 1985 Summer Txes un­ til September 25,1985 without penalty. All ayes. Mo­ tion carried. Motion by Chaffee, supported by G. Frith to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. August 22, 1985 JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk GENERAL POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell.................. 27.63 Power* Shell.................. 15.00 Kent Oil Co.................... 325.21 More Pharmacy. •.......... 26.57 Michigan Police Equip . .29.50 General Electric........ 13.20 Corl'* Supermarket.... 19.98 WATER and SEWER Michigan 8*11............ 129.35 Consumer* Power ... 1,131.14 U.S. Postmaster.. .55.02 ( Arrow Overall..... .... 5.00 Municipal Supply.. 208.52 Sewer Specialists 302.50 Cheney Limeston .10.39 Water Products... 373.84 Pleasant Telephone ...... 26.00 Underground Supply . .295.69 Nashville Hardware ...... HIM STREET DEPARTMENT Nashville Co-Op Elevator 9.30 Lakeland Asphalt Co. .319.00 Mopl* Valley Concrete .28.72 Asplundh Tree Service 972.00 Municipal Supply........... 70.82 Barry County Lumber.. .77.10 Hometown Lumber....... 24.90 PARK DEPARTMENT Asplundh Tree............. 180.00 Michigan Bell (Office)........... 50.54 Consumers Power (Office)........... 94.14 Consumers Power (Street Lights).. 1.180.12 American Bankers Life 192.60 Jackson Nationa 746.96 Blue Cross/Blue Shield 939.51 Maple Valley News .. .135.83 Brunham & Flower . . 377.25 J.C. Penney............ ..377.25 ft. L. Polk................ ... 58.24 Snow 8 Son Locksmith. .25.00 Kelley's 5* to *1.00 .. 9.06 CFC ......................... .227.90 Lions Club............... ..18.00 State of Michigan.. .47.50 John Hughes......... ..63.45 Carl's Supermarket ...5.60 GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell...... ..25.25 Consumers Power. .41.25 Snip & Anderson... 276.25 Hometown Lumbe .18.72 Arrow Overall...... .10.30 Powers Shell........ ..12.00 Baker Lawn & Garden . 252.35 R 8 F Industrie*............. 20.52 Maple Valley Implement74.33 Nashville Auto 8 Farm 244.82 Jerry's Tire 8 Battery... 98.00 Kent Oil Co.................... 524.26 Supt. of D.P.W. Leon Frith, gave the Department of Public Works report for the month of July 1985. Sgt. Gene Koetje gave the Police report for the month of July, 1985. Zoning Administrator, Tom Taylor, gave the zon- TheREWARDS Maple Valley Board of Education SPECIAL MEETING — August 21,1985 — Present: Hawkins, Sleeper, Tobias, Ossenheimer, Baker, Lehman, Cole and Wolff. 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by the Presi­ dent. 2. Committee Structure: There was a second read­ ing on the committee structure policy including Athletic Council, Transportation, Finance, Curri­ culum, Labor Management for Teachers and Labor Management for Non-Teaching. 3. Special Ed. Teacher-M.W.: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the hiring of Kimberly Richardson as special educa­ tion teacher at Maplewood Elementary for the school year 1985-86 at a contract salary of $14,104.00. Ayes: All. Absent: None. Motion carried. 4. Closed Session 7:05 p.m.: Motion made by Cole, supported by Baker to go into a closed session under 8A-8E open meetings act. Roll call vote: Ayes: Ossenheimer, Tobias, Baker, Lehman, Sleeper, Cole and Hawkins. Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Time: 7:05 p.m. 5. Regular Session: Came back into regular session at 8:12 p.m; 6. Gillmore Resignation: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to accept the resignation from Charles Gillmore for the school year 1985­ 86. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Hawkins, Tobias, Baker, Sleeper, Ossenheimer, Lehman and Cole. Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. 7. Agreement Authorization: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Baker to authorize the President and Secretary to sign the settle­ ment agreement between Maple Valley Schools and Charles Gillmore. Ayes: All. Absent: None. Motion carried. 8. Settlement Agreement: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Baker to approve the settlement agreement between Charles Gillmore and the Ma ple Va lley Sc ho ols. Roll Call Vote: Hawkins, Tobias, Baker, Sleeper, Ossenheimer, Cole and Lehman. Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. 9. Tenure Hearing Terminated: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Baker to terminate the tenure hearing. Ayes: Hawkins, Tobias, Baker, Sleeper, Ossenheimer, Lehman and Cole. Nay: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. 10. Adjourn: Motion made by Ossenheimer, sup ported by Baker to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: None. Motion carried. Time: 8:15 p.m. PAULA COLE, Secretary Maple Valley Board of Education (These minutes are subject to approval at the Sep­ tember 9th board meeting. OF INSULATING NOW! __ _ _ _ _ _ _ Insulate now with CertainTeed Fiber Glass Insulation and reap a harvest of rewards. Besides a warm, more energy-efficient home, besides a Federal energy tax credit (last year to get one), you'll receive one of these fabulous fall outing gifts for buying CertainTeed 6/*" thick R-19* (or higher) fiber glass insulation. Buy 5 packages and get a large, colorful plaid CAROUSEL picnic blanket. Buy 10 packages and get a DORCY multi-purpose fluorescent/floodlight/flasher. Buy 20 packages and get BUSHNELL 7x 35mm field binoculars with case. Offer good only on purcha.es through October 20. 1985 See order form on our display lor complete detail* R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R value, the greater the insulating power. Ask your seller for the fact sheet on Rvalues. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIVERING-PLANNING-ESTIMATING-SAVING Call and Compare ... 852-0882 ...In Nashville (1 block East on the tracks) CertainTeed Ei Rep. Nash appointed to special committee State Representative crease^ will be studied, medical Ernest Nash (R-Dimondale) including government was recently appointed by malpractice, the Speaker of the Michigan liability, automobile in­ House Gary Owen (D- surance and “dram shop” (bars and Ypsilanti) to a special liability legislative committee that restaurants). “Liability rates are in­ will investigate the growing cost of liability insurance in creasing at a dramatic rate Michigan and its impact on because of a rising number of cases and the awards that the public. Nash is one of seven are being granted, many of Republicans appointed to the which are settled out of panel which includes nine court,” Nash stated. “We Democrats. The chairman, of have resorts threatening to the committee is Majority close, we have doctors that Floor Leader Lewis Dodak are limiting their practices, and some people who will (D-Birch Run). Nash stated that a number soon be unable to carry auto of areas dealing with insurance. liability insurance rate in- Attorney to speak at COA on Friday .The Barry County Com­ possible something may be mission on Aging, in arranged. Attorney McAlpine will cooperation with Legal Aid also be appearing at the of Central Michigan, will be presenting a program Hastings Nutrition Site on regarding the writing of September 16, and her talk Wills at the Woodland that day will deal with Consumer Issues. Nutrition Site on Friday, If you would like more Sept. 6, at 11 a.m. The program will be" conducted information on either of by Attorney Janice these seminars, please call the Commission on Aging at McAlpine of Legal Aid. Attorney McAlpine will be 948-8061. explaining what wills are, their purpose, who needs ACTION-ADS one, what happens if a FOR SALE: Sweet com by person doesn’t have one, and dozen or bushel. Also Red alternatives. Brochures and Pontiac potatoes. John booklets will be available for Auken, 10363 W. Lawrence those that attend the Hwy., Vermontville, 852­ seminar. 1960. (8-27)____ All those interested in attending this important and GOVERNMENT HOMES: informative meeting must from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call call the C.O.A. at 948-8061 for 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 a reservation. Lunch will be for information. (10-1) served at the conclusion of Attorney McAlpine’s talk. If 1973 MOBILE HOME: 14 x transportation is a problem, 60, on lot. Ph. 948-4129 or 945­ call Pat Fox, at 948-8099, and 3838. (8-27) — NOTICE — The Vermontville Village Council will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, August 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Hall to discuss the teen dance at the Carpenter Den. THE VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL • NOTICE • Vermontville Residents The Vermontville Village Office will be closed Friday, August 30 at 12 noon until Tuesday, September 3, at SHARON STEWART Village Clerk It's easy...turn those unwanted items into cash ... with an Action Ad — 945-9554 — NOTICE — The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the Counfy Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, August 21,1985. Minutes of the mt eting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543­ 7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LINDA ML TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners NOTICE TO BID The Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on the following: • • • • Automotive Fleet Insurance General Liability Insurance Workmen's Compensation Insurance A one million dollar and a two million dollar umbrella • Errors and Omissions insurance All bids to be received by the Village Clerk by 5 p.m. on September 20, 1985. Bid specifications are available at Nashville Village Hall. The Village reserves the right to reject or accept any and all bids. ' SUSAN M. CORKWELL Nashville Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 11 ^i X fc W» W » X s. ’ (& lV lV ‘» State orders that warnings be put on food with sulfites L. s^N FW<i ,s»9 J* * k S1®'^ tsHi Mi s>3 ^«'frtpl.& IMUi *id( IWWtifc w < noo Ml «w<#1 nm m»a# s*« a m NOTICEideWlojetalrfWil Ante^Ulota KeoltheCarpenlefDen. KM Michigan agencies will soon begin labeling requirments designed to protect sensitive to sulfite preservatives. Beginning Sept. 9, the Michigan Department of Agriculture will require notices or signs for all un­ packaged bulk food sprayed with sulfites at grocery stores, bakeries and warehouses. The emergency rules were authorized in early August by the governor. Sulfites, which are used to prevent foods from wilting or browning, have been linked to severe allergic reactions in some people. The U.S. Food and Drug Ad­ ministration recently an­ nounced a plan to prohibit the use of the compounds on fresh fruits and vegetables, including those at restaruant salad bars. Inspectors are to monitor the approximately 19,000 establishmets regulated for compliance as part of routine inspections. Sulfites do not affect most people, but an estimated half million individuals are sensitive to the chemicals and can suffer reaction in­ cluding hives, nausea, and respiratory problems. Thirteen deaths have been linked to sulfites, according to the FDA. LUNCH MENU Unity ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) MANY SYSTEMS TO CHOOSE FROM I!*$*** Maple Valley Schools Teacher Shortage Could Occur Sooner Than Ex­ Maplewood School Lunch pected Wednesday, Aug. 28 Because Michigan’s Pizza, carrot-celery sticks, colleges are turning out 42 pickles, applesauce. percent fewer teachers than Thursday, Aug. 29 five years ago, state officials Spaghetti O’s, baked beans believe a teacher shortage or peas, sandwich, peaches. could happen before the Friday, Aug. 30 early 1990s. Taco’s, lettuce-cheese, While the situation is not corn, peanut butter sand­ yet serious, a lot of schools are having trouble getting wich, pears. Monday, Sept. 2 substitute teachers, which indicates that a teacher No School. Labor Day. Tuesday, Sept. 3 shortage is not far away. Hot ham and cheese, relish This means educators must do some serious planning for plate, apple crisp. Wednesday, Sept 4 how they’re going to staff Taco’s, lettuce-cheese, schools. A state report shows 3,140 peanut butter sandwich, peas, peaches. graduates of Michigan’s 31 Thursday, Sept 5 teacher colleges were cer­ Hot dogs, potato chips, tified by the state in 1984. That’s 42 percent fewer than green beans, birthday cake, the 5,453 teachers turned out mix fruit. Friday, Sept. 6 by the education schools in Hamburger, fries, corn, 198Q. The downward slide is pears. continuing this yean Student enrollment Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High dropped by only 15 percent to and Kellogg Lunch Menu 1.6 million during the same Monday, Sept. 2 time period. The pupil No School, Labor Day. decline has leveled off and Tuesday, Sept. 3 may even climb a bit by the Sloppy Jo’s, corn, peaches, end of the decade. Several other factors will cookie. Wednesday, Sept. 4 combine to drain the pool of Chicken, mashed potatoes and butter, green beans, UIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII. applesauce, bread and butter. Thursday, Sept. 5 Lasagna, peas, pears, peanut butter, sandwich. Friday, Sept. 6 Pizza, green beans, peaches. SATELLITE SYSTEMS Corner Coats Grove & Barber Fuller School Lunch Menu Hastings. Ml Monday, Sept. 2 t 948-8288 No School. Labor Day. EDPHILLIPS Tuesday, Sept. 3 Call Day or Evenings E Hamburgers, corn, pickles, sliced cheese. Wednesday, Sept. 4 I am currently working out of my home Spaghetti, green beans, and am planning to move to a downtown peaches, peanut butter Hastings storefront in spring of '06. sandwich. Thursday, Sept. 5 Prices at this time are the lowest you Pizza Buns, sweet potatoe, will find anywhere because of my low applesauce. Friday, Sept. 6 overhead. Cold Plate (meat, cheese, egg, crackers, celery, I offer free 48 hour trailer set up for carrots, pickles), peas, sincerely interested folks. I also give a peaches, toasted bun. 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee with dll my systems. itf teachers in coming years, including: --tighter admission stan­ dards at teacher colleges. Responding to calls for school reform, some colleges are making tougher ad­ missions standards and the state is also developing stricter guidelines. --early retirement programs. The Legislature recently passed a law that improves retirement benefits for teachers. -shortages in other states. Some Michigan-trained teachers are leaving the state for places where shortages already exist. 1 10’System | INSTALLED = = = E E E = = • Mas/Pro • Prostar • Chaparrol • Hytec • Raydx • Panasonic AUTHORIZED MA/COM DEALER $1 0/1(|00 T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) = TilllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllluillllllllllllllllllHIIIIIIHIIIIlIir: SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Barley seeding gains popularity More Michigan farmers are rediscovering the ad­ vantages of barley as a feed grain, and it is becoming increasingly popular as a supplement or alternative to corn, the most popular feed grain. “Farmers intending to seed fall barley should start planning immediately,” says Larry Copeland, Ex­ tension crop specialist for the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. Both spring - and fallseeded barley varieties are available in Michigan, but spring-planted varieties are planted more frequently. Fall-seeded barley varieties offer certain advantages, however. For example, fallseeded barley is usually harvested at least two weeks earlier than spring-seeded varieties, and field con­ ditions are generally drier and more dependable for planting in the fall than in the spring. This year, unlike previous years, an ample supply of fall barley seed should be available, Copeland says. Barley is susceptible to winter injury, so Copeland advises against planting barley north of Clare. Because barley requires a good fall growth to ensure winter survival, the crop should be planted fairly early - between Sept. 10 and Sept. 30. In 1984 performance tests, the variety OAC Halton produced the highest yields of those tested in Michigan, yielding about 103 bushels per acre. The variety Odin yielded about 96 bushels per acre. Of these varieties, Odin seed is more readily available, however, Copeland says. Seed treatment is essential for high quality grain production. Vitavax 200 is the recommended treatment for controlling such diseases as loose smut, seed decay and seedling blight. Quackgrass can be con­ trolled by applying Roundup before tilling. Copeland advises producers always to get their soil tested to determine how much phosphate and potassium should be applied. In addition, about 60 pounds of nitrogen fertilizer should be applied in the spring. produce slated for Bellevue Are your canning jars full but your garden keeps producing? Do you head South for the winter and hate to think of lugging heavy jars of home canned produce along too? They why not consider drying your own food, it’s one of the oldest forms of food preservation. Join the Bellevue Ex­ tension Homemakers for an educational night and “Learn How To Home Dry Your Own Food.” The program will be held Tuesday, Sept. 10 at the Bellevue United Methodist Church in Bellevue from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mona Ellard, Extension home economist will demonstrate how to prepare foods for drying and how to check for dryness. She will also have samples of dried foods on exhibit and a few for tasting. Each participant will receive the new Ex­ tension bulletin “Drying Foods At Home.” Advance registration is encouraged. There is a dollar charge. Call the Eaton Extension Office at 543-2310, to make your reservation. — WANTED — Pre-Schoolers to Babysit ...IN MY HOME Lots of love and care, Monday-Friday Mary Lehman 726-0427 — ANYTIME — — ENROLL NOW IN — Maple Valley Adult Education High School Completion & Vocational Courses • FREE to adults without a _ high school diploma. • FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by Sept. 1, 1985. w| • All other adults will be charged a small fee. nB JEH First Quarter Classes begin September 9 and X Meet for 9 Weeks MORNING CLASSES • 9-12:30» MEAD-O-ACRES MONDAY , TUESDAY Math Science Accounting U.S. History WEDNESDAY Government AFTERNOON CLASSES • 1-4:30 • MEAD-O-ACRES MONDAY WEDNESDAY Independent Study ■— G.E.D. Preparation English EVENING CLASSES • 6:15-9:45 • M.V. HIGH SCHOOL MONDAY WEDNESDAY Social Studies Office Procedures & Machine Operations Auto Mechanics G.E.D. Preparation English Career Communications Reading Improvement World Geography TUESDAY THURSDAY Science Consumers Education Math thru Algebra Wood Shop U.S. History Accounting Typing Intro, to Computer Science Sociology Conversational Spanish call - 852-9275 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 12 Free colon cancer screening offered at area hospital Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids and a group of its specialists will be offering free colon cancer screenings for the next ten weeks. It is a public service clinic to call attention to an often overlooked method of detecting the type of cancer that has been discovered in President Reagan. The technique, which involves a visual inspection of the lower colon with a telescopic device, will be performed without charge by the following gastro­ enterologists: Drs. John Serini, Alan Coates, and Robert Curtiss. The procedure, which is called flexible sigmoidoscopy, is different from other recent mass screening programs that have been offered in West Michigan. It involves an actual physical inspection of the lower colon by a speciality physician. The exam is one of the most effective screening techniques for colon cancer; it takes about ten minutes and involves little or no discomfort to the patient. Because colon cancer has few apparent symptoms and often can go undetected, a flexible sigmoidoscopy is recommended for all in­ dividuals over 50 years of age. Flexible sigmoidoscopy is the screening technique of choice for the lower colon, which is where 60 percent of all colon cancer occurs. The screening test of choice for the upper colon is the much Milk-per-cow records set Dairy herds in Michigan produced 489 million pounds ofmilk during July, up seven percent from the previous year., according to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Milk production per cow averaged 1240 pounds, establishing a new monthly record. Milk per cow was up 70 pounds (six percent) from one year ago. The July milk cow inventory averaged 394,000 head, unchanged from the previous month, but up 2,000 cows from the previous year. The value of milk sold in Michigan averaged $12.10 per hundred weight (cwt.) during July, down $.90 from one year earlier. Slaughter cow prices averaged $37.00 per cwt. down five percent from a year ago. Replacement milk cow prices averaged $880 per head on July 1, down $60 from the previous year. Nationally, milk production during July totalled 12.4 billion pounds, a record high for the month of July. Production was up eight percent from one year earlier. Production per cow averaged 1120 pounds during July, 56 pounds above a year ago. Milk cow numbers averaged 11.1 million head, a gain of three percent from a year earlier. Milk cow numbers have increased for six consecutive months. Dairy manufacturing plants in Michigan produced 3.6 million pounds or butter during June 1985, up 25 percnet from a year earlier. American cheese produc­ tion, at nearly 1.9 million pounds, was up 42 percent from a year ago. During the past year, three new American cheese manufacturing plants have started production in Michigan. This has con­ tributed to the large in­ creases in monthly American cheese production during 1985. Ice cream production during June 3.4 million gallons, was up two percent from a year earlier. more widely known process of occult blood, also known as hemoccult. This detects blood in the stool. Par­ ticipants in the program at Metropolitan Hospital will Profitability of pastures given ‘a new look' Are you feeling a Squeeze on your farm’s profitability? Attend the Grazing Day on Sept. 14, at 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in Chatam, Michigan to learn how controlled grazing can lower cost and-or increase production. Walker Riley, with eight years experience and 20 plus pasture projects, will discuss “Indicators for Controlled Grazing”. Arthur Snell, president of Snell Fencing Systems, San Antonia, Texas, will talk on “Fencing and Controlled Grazing”/ Tours of controlled grazing include stops at a lactating dairy herd, growing young stock, and a sheep flock. Prizes are available for those who can best estimate pasture quantity and quality. Other stops include a snow seeding on forest land that was clear cut in August 1984. Gary Wright, from The Granary, Jonesville, Michigan, will discuss and demonstrate fence design and construction. Drs. Steve Rust and Margaret Benson from Michigan State University, Animal Science Department, will respectively discuss the pasture trial at the U.P. Experiment Station and head a tour of a sheep flock maximizing pasture to produce lambs. Come to the Grazing Day and learn how controlled grazing can Squeeze more profit from your farming operation. For more information contact Ben Bartlett 906-228­ 4830 or Gary Wright 517-283­ 2645. B We’re Back...Starts Sept. 4th bUow’f I It’s / • Hot! A: $ & h &h £ ever Your carefully trained Jazzercise Make this your best-looking summer instructor will make it a breeze for you to stay fit all year round round! An hour of Jazzercise gives you a ggreat 25 minute aerobic workout to terrific music! It’s also a totally balanced exercise program with warm-ups, floor exercises for abdominals and upper torso work, as well as cool-down and stretching. If you want to trim down to look your best, have fun and make some great new summer friends, ren s,st start Jazzercise today. also be offered this occult stool blood test. Taken together the two test give a far more complete screening for colon cancer than either one alone; they provide participants with the type of review that will often discover this form of cancer in its early stages. Explaining why this free service is being offered, Dr. John Serini, spokesman for the participating physicians, said, “Thanks to a variety of community recent promotions, the need for a test for hidden blood in the stool is well known. We are just hoping to build upon this excellent momentum and educate the public about the need for a visual inspection of the colon as well as a test for blood in the stooL” Another reason for this free clinic is obviously the publicity surrounding disclosure of President Reagan’s cancer. The doctors and the hospital wish to do their part in conto tributing public awareness of how to detect this silent killer while interest in detecting it is at an all time high. If you wish to take advantage of the free clinic, call Metropolitan Hospital Monday through Friday at three 247-7447. The physicians and the hospital will screen as many patients Former Vermontville fire truck brought to park event An old fire truck formerly owned by the Vermontville Fire Department was part of the scene at Sunday's fourth annual Antique Fire Fighting Show and Muster, held at Charlton Park. The vehicle was being displayed by Robert Schalow and his wife Sharon of Portland who purchased it about flve-months ago. Schalow a firefighter for the city of Portland says he loves participating in the shows and the old trucks give him an appreciation of what firemen of the past had to work with. "I'm amazed at what they were able to .do with it (old equipment)." As far as his own involvement, he notes that the enjoyment comes because it is family oriented / everyone helps polish the vehicle and takes part in other ways. (Maple Valley News photo by Elaine Gilbert) Ag software available from MSU As part of the Cooperative Extension Service com­ mitment to the development of agricultural computer programs, the first software package entitled “Fertilizer Recommendations” by Dr. Maurice Vitosh is now available. The MSU Fertilizer program, for IBM com­ patible computers, is designed to show MSU fertilizer recommendations for field crops and vegetables, using soil test information obtained from one of fourteen different laboratories. The software is available for review at all county Extension offices. The program disk, in­ cluding documentation, is also available for purchase m |udi Sheppard Missett s as their schedules will permit during the next ten weeks. All middle-aged adults are urged to participate; however, since this is a limited offer, priority will be given to average risk per­ sons over 50. Those who have other risk factors which increase their need to take partin this type of procedure will be advised to seek more intensive testing. This offer is limited to screening only. If the doctors find any condition that requiress follow-up, the participants will be advised to make an appointment with the appropriate physician. at a cost of $20. It can be ordered from the Software .Distribution Center, ARN Computer Services, 221 Ag Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824­ 1039. The Cooperative Ex­ tension Service will be producing additional soft­ ware packages over the next several months. saw TEEN DANCE CARPENTER’S DEN ...AT... 177 S. Main, Vermontville Teens and Chaperones Only (Ages 12 thru is) Sat., Aug. 31 • 7 p.m. to Midnight "The Original, The Fitness Leader” Call for class information and location. Maple Valley High School Mon & Wed 5:35 pm Phone 882-8773 — Bar will be closed during those hours — BREAK DANCE COMPETITION (May Register at Dance) Cash Prizes ★ DJ ★ Admission $2°° Concession, Video Games, Free Pool, Good Times fesi) For more information call... 726-1043 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — IF THE DEFICIT GOES DOWN HERE'S WHO TO TH ANK. IFITGOESUR HERE'S WHO TO REPLACE UNITED STATES CONGRESS 1985 ALABAMA Sena*: Mretnah Denton (*) Howeo neflm (0) houm of lepretemottve*. Sonny CoBohan (R I) wubom I Dtckinion (R-2) BiU Nicnoit (D-3) torn Bevui (0-4) Ronnie G fkppo (0-5) Ben £ raretch (D-4L Richard C Shelby (D-7) ALASKA Senate: Frank Murtowtto (R) led Sievern (R) House of Repretentattvei Don Young (R) ARIZONA Senate: lorry M. Coidwoter (R) Oenni OeConcm (0) House of Representatives: John McCom (R-i) MOrrlSK IMOH(0-2) Bob Slump (R-3) Eldon Rudd (R-4) Wn Kolbe (Rd) ARKANSAS Senate* Dale lumpers (0) David Pryor (0) House of Representatives: M Alexander (D-l) tommy Robinson (0-2) John Hommerschmidt (R-3) Beryl Anthony jr. (D-4) CALIFORNIA Senate. Alon Cranston (D) Fete Wilson (R) House of Representatives: Oougios h losco (O-i) Cene Chappie (R-2) Robert I Matsu (D-3) vk Fazio (0-4) Sala Burton (0-5) Barbara Boxer (D4) George MAer (0-7) Ronald v OeUums (D-l) Fortney H (Pete) Stark (0-9) Don Edwards (D-iO) Tom lontos (D-li) Ed Zschau (R-12) Norman v Mineta (0-13) Norm Shumway (R-le) tony Coelho (0-1$) leone Panetta(0-16) Charles Famayan. it (R-17) Richard H. Lehman (D-ll) Robert J llogomarsino (R-19) WUliom M M Thomas (R 20) Bobbi Fiedler (R-21) Canos f Moorhead (R-22) Anthony C leiienson (0-23) Henry A Waxman (0-24) Edward R Roybal (0 23) Howard I Berman (0-24) Mei Levine (0-27) Julian C Duan (0-28) Augustus F Howkms (0-29) Matthew C Mortmez (0-30) Mervyn m DymaUy (0-31) Glenn m Anderson (0-32) David Oreter (R-33) Esteban E lories (0-34) terry lewis (R-33) George E. Brown. jr (D-34) Al McCandless (R-37) Robert K Dornon (R-38) william oannemeyer (R-39) Robert E. lodham (R-40) Ml Lowery (R-41) Dan Lungren (R-42) Ron Pockord (R-43) km totes (0-44) Duncan Hunter (R-43) COLORADO Senate.Gary Hart (0) william l Armstrong (R) House of Representatives: Patricia Schroeder (D-l) Timothy E Wirth (0-2) Mike Strang (R-3) Honk Irown (R-4) Ken Kramer (1-3) Darnel Schoeler (R-4) CONNECTICUT Senate: Christopher l Dodd (0) towel F. Weicker, jr. (R) House of Representatives: Barbara I Kennedy (DI) Samuel Gejdenson (0-2) truce A Morrison (0-3) Stewan I McKinney (R-4) John G Rowland (R-3) Nancy I Johnson (R-4) DELAWARE Senate: wuham v Roth. Jr. (R) Joseph R ltden. jr. (0) House of Representatives: ihomos R Carper (0) FLORIDA Senate: Fouto Hawkins (R) lowton Chiles (0) House of Representatives: Earl Hutto (D-l) Don Fuqua (0-2) Charles E. Benneti (0 3) till Chopped (0-4) Bill McCollum (R-3) Buddy H MocKay(D4) Sam Gibbons (0-7) C.W Ml Young (R I) Michael Billrous (R-9) Andy Ireland (R-IO) Ml Nelson (D-ll) Tom lewis (R-12) Connie Mock (R-13) Daniel a Mica (D-14) Clay Shaw. jr. (R-13) larry Smith (0-14) william Lehman (0-17) Claude Tepper (0-18) Dante I Fdsceli (0-19) House of Representatives: Charles Hayes (O-l) Gus Savage (D-2) Marty Russo (0-3) George m oirlen (R-4) William O lipinskl (D-3) Henry J Hyde (R-4) Cardiss Collins (0-7) Don Rostenkowski (0-8) Sidney R Yates (0-9) John E. Porter (R-IO) Frank Annunzio (Oil) Fhikp m Crane (R-12) Harris FaweR (R-13) John Grotberg (R-14) Edward R Madigan (R-IS) Lynn Martin (R-14) lane Evons (D-17) Robert h. Michel (R-ll) terry Brace (0-19) Richard I Durbin (0-20) Melvin Price (D-21) Ken Gray (D-22) INDIANA Senate: Don Quayle (R) Richard G. Lugar (R) House of Representatives: Peter visctosky (0-1) Philip R. Sharp (0-2) John Hiler (R-3) Dan R Coats (R-4) Elwood Hillis (R-3) Don Burton (R-4) John T. Myers (R-7) lee H Hammon (0-9) Andrew Jacobs, Jr. (D-10) IOWA Senate: Charles E Grassley (R) Tom Harkin (0) House of Representatives: Jim teach (R-l) Thomas J. Touke (R-2) Cooper Evons (R-3) Neal Smith (0 4) tames tight foot (R-3) Berkley Bedell (04) KANSAS Senate: Robert). Dole(R) GEORGIA Nancy I. Kasseboum (R) Senate­ House of Representatives: Mock Mattingly (R) Pat Roberts (R-l) Sam Nunn (0) jim$iaiiery(D-2) House of Representatives: Jan Meyers (R-3) Robert undsay Thomas (0-1) Don GKkman (0-4) Charles Hatcher (D-2) Bob Whittaker (R-5) Richard Ray (0-3) Poinck Swindall (R-4) KENTUCKY Wyche Wyche Fowler, Fowler,jr jr (0-3) (0-3 Senate: Newt Gingrich (R-4) Wendell H. Ford (0) George Darden (0-7) MilCh McConnell (R) J Roy Rowland (D-8) House of Representatives: Ed Jenkins (0-9) Carroll Hubbard. Jr. (D-l) Doug Bornord. Jr. (D-IO) Williom H Notcher (D-2) HAWAII Romano I mozzoIi (D-3) Gene Snyder (R-4) Senate: Harold Rogers (R-5) Daniel K inodye (0) larry) Hopkins (R-4) Spark m Maisunoga (0) Corl C Petkins (0-7) House of Representatives: Cecil (Cec) Hehet (D-l) LOUISIANA Daniel K. Akoka (D-2) Senate: IDAHO Russell B tong (0) Senate.J. Bennell Johnston (0) Steven 0. Symms (R) House of Representatives: James a McCkxe (R) Bob livingslon (R-l) House of Representatives: Lindy Boggs (D-2) tarry E Craig (R-l) wj. BUy rauzm (D-l) Richard Stallings (D-2) Buddy Roemer (0-4) ILLINOIS Jerry Huckaby (D-3) W Henson Moore (R4) Senole: John B Breaux (0-7) Alon l. Dixon (0) Cathy long (0-8) Foul Simon (0) Obviously, not everyone named here is personally responsible for ere* ating America's outrageous deficits. But clearly, It Is their responsibility to lower them. To end the Insanity of $200 billion annual deficits. Congress and the President share that responsibility with one whose name does not appear here. You. Right now, the most important economic decisions of your lifetime are being made, in Washington. Without you. MAINE Senate: George J. Mitchell (0) william s Cohen (R) House of Representatives: John R. McKernan Jr. (R-l) Olympia J. Snowe (R-2) MARYLAND Senate: Charles mcC Mathias, jr. (R| Paul S Sarbanes (D) House of Representatives. Roy Dyson (0-1) Helen 0. Bentley (R-2) Barbara a Mikulski (D-3) Marjories. Holl (R-4) SlenyH. Hoyer (0-5) Beverly B Byron (04) Farren J Mitchell (D-7) Michael 0 Barnes (0-8) MASSACHUSETTS Senate: Edward m. Kennedy (D) John Kerry (D) House of Representatives: SitvtoO Conte (R-l) Edward P Boland (0-2) Joseph 0. Early (D-3) Barney Frank (D-4) Chester Atkins (D-3) Nicholas Movroules (04) Edward J. Money (0-7) Thomas P. ONeill Jr. (0-8) John loseph MoaUey (0-9) Gerry E. Studds (D-IO) Brian J. Donnelly (D-ll) MICHIGAN Senate: Donald W Rlegle. Jr. (0) Carl levin (0) House of Representatives: John Conyers, It. (D-l) Carl 0. Purseil (R-2) Howard woipe (0-3) Man o Siljander (R-4) Foul Henry (R-S) Bob Carr (04) Dole E. Kiidee (0-7) Bob Traxler (0-8) Guy vander tagl (R-9) Bill Schuelle (R-IO) Robert w Davis (R-ll) David E. Boruor (0-12) George w Crockett. Jr. (0-13) Dennis m Hertel (0-14) william 0. Ford (0-15) John 0. Oingell (0-14) Sander levin (0-17) William S Broomfield (R-18) MINNESOTA Senate: David Durenberger (R) Rudolph E. Boschwiu (R) House of Representatives: Timothy I. Penny (0-1) vin Weber (R-2) Bill Frenzel (R-3) Bruce F. vento (0-4) Martin Olav Sabo (0-5) Gerry Sikorski (0-4) Arian Siongeland (R-7) lames L Obersiar (0-8) MISSISSIPPI Senate: JohnC. Stennis (0) Thad Cochron (R) House of Representatives: Jamie l. Whitten (0-1) Webb Franklin (R-2) G.V. Montgomery (D-3) Wayne Dowdy (0-4) Trent lott (R-3) MISSOURI Senate: Thomas F. Eogleion (0) JohnC. Oonlorlh(R) House of Representatives: wuuom (Bill) Clay (O-l) Robert A Young (D-2) Richard A Gephardt (0-3) Ute Skelton (D-4) Alan wheat (0-3) E. Thomas Coleman (R4) Gene taytor (R-7) BiR Emerson (R-l) Harold I. volkmer (0-9) MONTANA Senate: John Melcher (D) Max Baucus (0) House of Representatives: FatwiRiams(D-t) Ron Marienee (R-2) NEBRASKA Senate: Edward Zorinsky (0) J. James Exon (D) House of Representatives: Douglas K. Rereuter (R-l) Hal Daub (R-2) Virginia Smith (R-3) NEVADA Senate: Paul laxolt (R) Chic Hecht (R) House of Representatives: Harry Reid (D-l) Barbara vucanovich (R-2) NEW HAMPSHIRE Senate: Warren Rudman (R) Gordon I. Humphrey (R) House ol Representatives: Robert C. Smith (R-l) ludd Gregg (R-2) NEW JERSEY Senate: Frank R. lautenburg (0) BiU Bradley (0) House of Reprresentatives: James J. Florio (D-l) william J. Hughes (D-2) James). Howard (D-3) Christopher H. Smith (R-4) Marge Roukema (R-3) Bernard J. Dwyer (04) Matthew J. Rinaldo (R-7) Robert A Roe (D-8) Robert G. torricelli (0-9) Peter w. Rodino, Jr. (D-IO) Dean Gado (R-l I) Jim Courier (R-12) Jim Saxion (R-13) Frank J. Guarinl (D-14) NEW MEXICO Senate: Jeff Bingaman (0) Pete v. oomenid (R) House of Representatives: MOQuel Lujan, lr. (R-l) joe Skeen (R-2) BiU Richardson (D-3) NEW YORK Senate: Alfonse M. D’Amaio (R| Daniel Patrick Moynihan (0) House of Representatives: williom Carney (R-l) Thomas J. Downey (D-2) Robert J. Mrazek (D-3) Norman F. lent (R-4) Raymond J. McGrath (R-3) Joseph P. Addabbo (D-4) Gary Ackerman (0-7) James H. Scheuer (D-8) Thomas Manion (0-9) Charles E. Schumer (D-IO) Edotphus Towns (D-ll) Major R. Owens (D-12) Stephen J. Sotarx (D-13) Guy v.MoUnorl (R-14) Let your senators and congres­ sional representative know exactly where you stand. Write to them c/o U.S. Senate, Washington, D.C. 20510 or c/o House of Representatives, Washington, D.C. 20515. This coupon Is a good example of what you might say. Above all keep your message simple. If they work to bring down the deficit, they'll have earned your thanks. If they don't, theyII have lost your vote. GRACE Bffl Green (R-13) Charles B. Rangel (014) led wetss (D-17) Robert Garcia (D-lt) Mario Bioggi (D-19) Joe DtoGuardi (R-20) Hammon Fish, it (R-21) Benjamin a Gilman (R-22) Samuel S Stratton (0-23) Gerald B H Solomon (R 24) Sherwood l Boehlert (R-23) David O R Martin (R-24) George C. wortley (R 27) Matthew F. McHugh (D-28) Frank Horton (R-29) Fred Eckert (R-30) Jack F Kemp (R-31) JohnJ.iaFalce(D-32) Henry J Nowak (0-33) Stanley N. lundine (0-34) Ron Wyden (D-3) tames weaver (D-4) Denny Smith (R-5) PENNSYLVANIA Senate: Arlen Specter (R) iohn Heinz (R) House of Representatives: Thomasm Fogiietta (O-l) William H Cray III (D-2) Robert A Borski (0-3) loseph P Kol ter (0-4) Richard I Schulze (R-5) Gus Yotron (0-4) Robert W Edgar (0-7) Peter H Kostmaye r (D-l) Bud Shuster (R-9) Joseph m McDade (R-IO) Pout Kanjorski (D-ll) John P Murtha (0-12) NORTH CAROLINA LawrenceCoughkn (R-13) Senate: wmiom l. Coyne (0-14) John p East (R) Don fetter (R-IS) Jesse Heims (R) Robert $. walker (R-14) House ol Representatives: George w Gefcos (R-17) Doug wa ten (0-18) waiter B tones (O-l) II. "Tim* valentine. Jr. (D-2) wmiom F Goodling (R-19) Joseph m Gaydos (0-20) Charles O. Whitley (D-3) Thomas J Ridge (R-21) william Cobey lr (R-4) Siephen I. Neal (D-5) Austin J Murphy (0-22) WHkam F Clinger, it (R 23) J. Howard Coble (R4) Charles Rose (D-7) RHOOE ISLAND W.G (Bill) Hefner (0-8) Senate: I Alex McMillon (R-9) John H Chotee (R) tames I Broyhdl (R-IO) Claiborne deR PeU (D) william m. Hendon (R-ll) House of Representatives: NORTH DAKOTA Fernand I. Si Germom (O-l) Claudine Schneider (R-2) Senate: Mark Andrews (R) SOUTH CAROLINA Quentin N. Butdick (0) Senate: House al Representatives: Ernest Fritz Holiings (0) Byron l. Dargan (0) Strom thurmond (R) OHIO House of Representatives: Thomas F. Hartnett (R-l) Senate: Floyd Spence (R-2) John Glenn (0) Butter Derrick (D-3) Howard Meizenbaum (0) House of Representatives: Carroll a Campbell, lr. (R-4) John Sprau (0-3) Thomas A luken (Ol) Robin toltoo. jr (04) Willis 0. Gradnon It (R-2) SOUTH DAKOTA Tony P. Hall (D-3) Michael Oxley (R-4) Senate: Oelberl I. lotto (R-3) James Abdnor (R) Bob McEwen (R-4) larry Pressler (R) Michael Dewine (R-7) House ol Representatives: Thomas N Kindness (R-8) Ihomos A Daschle (0) Marcy Kaptur (0-9) TENNESSEE Clarence E. Miller (R-IO) Senate: Dennis E. Eckart (D-ll) James R. Sasser (0) John R. Kaslch (R-12) Albert Gore, lr (0) Donald J. Pease (0-13) John F. Seiberling (D-14) House ol Representatives: James H. Quillen (R-l) Chalmers P wylie (R-13) John I. Duncan (R-2) Ralph Regula (R-14) Marilyn Uoyd (D-3) James traflcant (D-17) Jim Cooper (0-4) Douglas Applegate (0-18) william h Boner (D-3) Edward F. letghon (0-19) Mary Rose Oakor (0-20) Bart Gordon (04) Don Sundqust (R-7) louis Stokes (0-21) Ed tones (0 8) OKLAHOMA Harold E Ford (0-9) Senate: TEXAS Don Nickles (R) Senate: David Boren (D) House ol Representatives: Uoyd Benisen (0) Phil Gromm (R) James R. lanes (D-l) House of Representatives: Mike Synor (D-2) Sam 8 Holl, it (D-l) Wes Wolkins (D-3) Charles Wilson (0-2) Dave McCurdy (0-4) Steve Bartlett (R-3) Mickey Edwards (R-3) Ralph m Hail (0-4) Glenn English (D-4) John Bryonl (0-5) OREGON Joe Borton (R-4) Senate: BUI Archer (R-7) Bob Packwood (R) Jack Fields (R-8) Mark O. Hatfield (R) Jack Brooks (0-9) House of Representatives: JJ. "Jake* Pickle (D-IO) les AuCoin (D-l) Marvin Leath (D-ll) Jim wrighi (0-12) Robert Smith (R-2) Beau Soulier (R-13) moc Sweeney (R14) E de la Garza (0-13) Ronald Coleman (D-14) Charles w stenhokn (0-17) Mickey Leland (0-18) lorry Combeu (R-19) Henry 8 Gonzolei (0-20) tom loeffler (R-21) tom Delay (R-22) Atoert Bustamante (D-23) Martin Frost (0-24) Mike Andrews (0-25) Dick Armey (R-24) Solomon P Qaiz (0 27) UTAH Senate-. Jake Gam (R) Orrin G Hotels (R) Houm of Representatives James v Hansen (R-l) Dave Monson (R 2) Howard C Nielson (R-3) VERMOF4T Senate: Foincki Leahy (0) Robert I Stafford (R) House of Representatives, tames m leflords (R) VIRGINIA Senate­ Foul S Irtble. Jr. (R) John WUliom Warner (R| House of Representatives: Herbert Boteman (R-l) G Withom Whitehurst (R-2) Thomas I Bliley lr (R-3) Norman Sisisky (D-4) Dan Daniel (O S) lames Oton (0-4) French Siaughier (R-7) Stan Pams (R-R) Frederick Boucher (0-9) Frank R. wait (R-IO) WASHINGTON Senate. Slade Gorion (R) Oometl Evons (R) House ol Representatives: John Miller (R-l) Al Swift (D-2) Don Bonker (D-3) Sid Mornson (R-4) Thomas S Foley (0-5) Norman 0 Dicks (04) Mike Lowry (0-7) Rodney Chandler (R-» WEST VIRGINIA Senate: Robert C Byrd (0) John 0 Rockefeller tv (0) House ol Representatives: Alan b Moltohon (O-l) Haney O Sloggers, lr (D-2) Bob Wise (D-3) Nick i RahaUii(D4) WISCONSIN Senate: Robert w Kasren. lr (R) william Proxmire (0) House of Representatives: les Aspm (D-l) Robert Kostenmeier (D-2) Steven Gunderson (R 3) Gerald 0 Ueczko (0-4) Mn Moody (0-5) Thomas E Petri (R-4) David R Obey (07) Toby Rom (R-8) f I Seruenbrenner. lr (R-9) WYOMING Senate. Malcolm wattop (R) Alan K. Simpson (R) House ol Representatives: Richard B Cheney (R) Dear_________________________________ Please bring down the deficit now.i f you I don't, ill vote for someone who will. I j ame • I Address I I I aty One step ahead of a changing world. State Zip I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 27, 1985 — Page 14 Travelers, continued Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina region rose eight percent last year, the largest among the top five destinations. The Atlanta area in Georgia and South Carolina’s Charleston and Myrtle Beach lure largest numbers of vacationers. Washington, D.C., Williamsburg, Va., and Virginia Beach are the favorite destinations in the Mid-Atlantic region. Overall, auto routings were up three percent last year. Routings for the California and Nevada region rose 17 percent, the largest increase, while routings for Texas dropped the most, eight percent. So far this year, the Ohio, Indiana and Illinois region has increased in popularity over last year, and interest in the mid-Atlantic region has dropped slightly. The favorite foreign destinations for Michigan vacationers continue to be the Caribbean, London, Germany and Austria. Niagara Falls, the Toronto area and Stratford, home of the Stratford Festival which features 22 weeks of drama from early May to late September. Triptik routings for the ACTION-ADS COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE . Custom programs and lessons. 852­ 1784 Nashville. (10-1) HAY FOR SALE: first and second cutting also beef cows, steers, and calves. (517)852-1784 Nashville. (10­ 1) BABYSITTING: will do babysitting in my home for pre-schoolers Monday through Friday. 852-9114 or 852-9251 Nashville. ---- 0 — M945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Happy 2 J st Birthday TOM Love... Nicole EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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Seniors with records of exceptional school and community involvement, a keen interest in current affairs, and outstanding leadership skills should contact their high school principals starting in mid­ September to obtain ap­ plication forms. Entry deadline is October 22, 1985. (General information on the program is available by writing: Century III Leaders, Box 33008, Washington, D.C. 20033. Students are judged on their leadership abilities, school and community ac- Firewood production is topic of workshop series With the advent of fall and a return to those frosty nights, comes the need to cut firewood for traditional heating systems. Whether you rely exclusively on a woodstove to heat your home or simply enjoy a roaring fire in the fireplaces from time to time, certain stan­ dards must be maintained when out in the field gathering fuel to insure proper maintenance of the woodlot. In order to introduce the public to methods of firewood production and management, Michigan State University’s Kellogg Biological Station is holding a “Firewood Production” workshop on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. The workshop will be conducted by Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service and the Kellogg Forest Staff. Part of the 1985 Kellogg Forest Workshop Series, the workshop will provide in­ struction and field demon­ stration at the W.K. Kellogg Experinmental Forest. Management of existing woodlots for firewood production, handling and HAYES GREEN BEACH HOSPITAL SPECIALTY CLINICS drying techniques, marketing surplus wood, and firewood processing equipment are topics the session will cover and ac­ tivities the class will par­ ticipate in. Geared toward lan­ downers producing firewood to meet home heating needs, the workshop will examine ways to' harvest firewood without affecting other forest values in a woodlot. For example, crooked, diseased or poor quality trees such as sassafrass and ironwood, should typically be thinned out of a woodlot and used as firewood while leaving intact straighter, more valuable species such as oak, maple and black walnut. According to Bill Minter, MSU Extension Forester, firewood production can be compatable with other in­ terests. “A typical woodlot in southwestern Michigan can produce both firewood and other benefits including wildlife habitat and more valuable lumber and veneer products. Minter said that the majority of woodlands needs some improvement work. Through proper management, a 10 acre parcel should yield enough fuel to heat a home in­ definitely. A rule of thumb to follow is that a managed woodlot can produce one-half cord-acre-year; five cords heating the average home in a season. To insure that half of your heating energy does not go up the chimney in steam, the. workshop will explain handling and drying techniques. To eliminate excess moisture and maximize the efficiency of the wood, cut stacks must be dried for at least six months. Therefore, a crop harvested this fall would ideally not be ready for use until next year. Woodlot management for Open Horse Show set Urology Dr. Song M.D. Dr. Mashni M.D. Tues. & Wed. Nephrology Dr. Rosenbaum M.D. Fri. Dermatology Dr. Messenger M.D. Wed. Pulmonary Dr. Gera M.D. Dr. Kashyap M.D. Tues. Pre-Natal. Portland, Mich. Sept. 2nd, 8:30 a.m. Sponsored by Portland Riding Club. Benefit of Senior Citizen Center. Jack­ pot and stakes classes. For information: 517-647-6630 or 517-647-4047. (8-27) Thurs. For Clinic Appointment Coll 543*1060, ext. 404 or 402 Have you heard about our new reduced rates in the Emergency Room? You may be eligible for minimum fee of $25 for non-emergency medical conditions. Wendy's sponsoring 4-H fundraising effort Wendy’s is again spon­ soring a fund raising cam­ paign with Eaton County 4-H clubs. During August and Sep­ tember, 4-H members will be distributing coupons which can be redeemed at the Charlotte Wendy’s. Whenever a coupon is redeemed before Oct. 1, Wendy’s will donate 25 cents to Eaton County 4-H clubs to be used for projects on the fairgrounds. Support Eaton County 4-H Clubs in their community improvement project. 4-H members may pick up coupons for distribution at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension of­ fice. If you receive a coupon, redeem it today. • NEEDED • A Part-Time Teacher Aide ...for elementary age students. Call 852-9468. Or pick up an appli­ cation form at Fuller Street School. Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg 935" w/built in regulator .. w/exchg. *45" Most Starters.... Starters . w/exchg 935" w/solnoid ............... 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In your existing woodlot, and addition to receiving a you can be sure, with proper newsletter, alumni may care, of warm winters for apply for grants of up to years to come. For registration in- $5,000 to underwirte either formation on the Firewood post-graduate study or Production Workshop, call research in a public service the Kellogg Biological agency (beginning in their Station at 671-2412. Fee for senior year of college). This year, up to three such grants the workshop is $3. will be awarded. tivities, and an awareness of current events. The 1985-86 competition gets underway at the high school level in mid­ September. After completing gets underway at the high school level in mid­ September. After completing the application and preparing a “Projection for Innavative Leadership” on a particular challenge facing the nation in its third cen­ tury, each applicant will take a current events exam in October. 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Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-07-09.pdf 576a2336fcd648cdf275dd132a57b17b PDF Text Text BULK BATE new inT8V'bU c Ub«y « .?• Church St. MI Miehigjn 49058 PERMIT NO EwHS Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 113 - No. 51 Tuesday, July 2, 1985 Village crew now 'can not’ work for private individuals by Shelly Sulser The village council of Vermontville decided Thursday to reverse a decision made at a previous meeting that allowed the two village maintenance workers to install water and sewer lines on private property, if the property owner agreed to pay all expenses. This action came as a result of further discussion on the subject by the village officials Thursday when a question was raised by village treasurer Kay Marsh as to whether the men should be working for private in­ dividuals on village time. The council then voted not to allow the village crew to work for private individuals. Voting in favor of reversing the previous decision were Bill Bailey and Don Lewis. Linda Ramey voted against the change and Lana Oster and Sue Villaneuva ab­ stained. In other action, the council made amendments in the 1985-86 budget, to comply with the uniform chart of accounts as required by law. In order to create a buildings and grounds supplies fund with adequate funds available, $250 was taken from the ballfields, parks and restrooms account, $200 from miscellaneous and $200 from the wages, buildings and grounds account. The council also accepted a 1985-86 police wage Sandyland fireworks set for dusk on the fourth of July The second annual fireworks display at Sandyland Park in Nashville will light up the sky on the fourth of July beginning at dusk. Nearly 225 shells will be shot into the sky and burst into blooming arrays of color, in celebration of the nation’s 209th birthday. Of the 225 shells one third more than last year, 150 will combine to delight the audience as the grand finale. Admission is free to the display, but donation canisters will be passed around to help pay for this year’s fireworks. Canisters are also located in the various businesses helping to support the event with their donations. The Chamber of Commerce is a co-sponsor. Sandyland personnel wish to inform people that there will be no parking allowed along M-79 during the fireworks because it creates unsafe traffic conditions. agreement amendment that would allow the officers to be given compensatory time off in lieu of wages for overtime hours worked up to 120 hours. For time worked over 120 hours, the overtime would be lost In other action, the council: —Agreed to let Meadowbrook Insurance submit a bid for village in­ surance when the current policy with Burnham and Flower expires in October, at the company’s request. —Advised that resident Brian Moore, who is seeking reimbursement for sewer payments made while the service was not in use because of repairs, compose a letter requesting the money from the village. Mayor Sue Villaneuva will endorse the letter, if it meets with her approval, she said. —Advised that Diane Kellogg, who wishes to keep horses inside the village limits, write a letter of request and obtain approval from her neighbors, before coming before the council. —Approved a reim­ bursement to Don Lewis of the council for four hours of time lost from work while attending to village matters. —Accepted a bid of $856 from Steve Augustine for the 1978 Chevrolet pick-up that was for sale. Nashville Council approves request to abandon alley The Nashville village council Thursday voted to approve the abandonment of the east quarter of an east and west alley that runs between Main Street and State street, at the request nearby property owners. As a result of the aban­ donment, that part of the alley is now the property of the nearby residents, with the village retaining the rights to maintain the un­ derground utilities. Although it was originally requested that the entire alley way be abandoned by the village, the council denied the closing of the west half of the alley because nearby residents were not in agreement and the council agreed the section of the alley is useful. The council also approved to vacate the east end of Washington Street between lots 12 and 13 of the Hardendorf addition, east of Edna Street. This means the area which has been maintained by James Hummel, now belongs to him at his request. In other council action, it was agreed by the board to approve a contract with the Michigan Department of Transportation for the work to begin on the Francis Street Bridge July 8. The council approved the signing of the contract for the $166,000 job, which will cost the village about $16,000, by Nashville President John Hughes and Clerk Suzy Corkwell. The council also agreed to support Castleton Township in its bid on the August 13 ballot for a one-quarter millage renewal and a onequarter increase for the ambulance department, which would generate a total of $8,000 for the service. Wayion Jennings, Jessie Colter, plus rodeo on tab at Sandyland Three days of professional rodeo, followed by an out­ door concert starring Wayion Jennings and Jessi Colter, makes a big Fourth of July weekend for country western fans at Sandyland Park on M-79, one mile west of Nashville. The giant holiday weekend starts July 4 with a three-day rodeo; featuring competition by top cowboys and cowgirls from 19 states. The en­ tertainment card then hits its zenith Sunday afternoon with the appearance of the wife-husband combo, Colter and Jennings. Starting time for the one show-a-day rodeo performance is 4 p.m. on July 4, 6 p.m. on July 5, and 4 p.m. on July 6. The July 7 Jen­ nings-Colter concert, meanwhile, is 4 p.m. Ad­ mission for the daily rodeo is $6 adults and $3 children under 12. The Jennings’ concert tickets are $12.50 advance and $14.50 at the gate for adults. As an extra holiday special, Sandyland officials are planning « a giant fireworks’ display for the public starting at 9 p.m. “In landing the services of Jessi Colter and Jennings, Sandyland has one of the best husband and wife combinations in country western” promoters said. “They have recorded a number of hit albums over the past 10 years. Jessi bounced into stardom with the album, “I’m Not Lisa” and followed it up with “What Happened to Blue Eyes?” and she also guested on the legendary “The Outlaws”, which carried Wayion into country western stardom. Jennings has been a legend in country western for years, with such hits as “Good 01’ Boys,” “Good Hearted Woman”, “Are You Ready for Country” and his singing of the “Dukes of Hazzard” theme in the TV show have made him one of the top paid country entertainers in the profession. The three-day rodeo, sanctioned by Mid-States Rodeo Association,- will attract nearly 180 top cowboys and cowgirls. They will be battling for $6,500 prize money in eight events. The daily events include saddle bronc riding, bare­ back riding, team roping, steer wrestling, girls’ barrel racing, calf roping, bull riding and goat tying. Mike Walden, a Michigan resident and owner of the Flying W Rodeo Co., will bring a large number of bucking bulls and horses for the three-day event. He will also errect 2,000 portable bleachers for the first rodeo ever at Sandyland Park. Castleton Township seeks half mill for ambulance Voters in Castleton Township will be asked at an August 13 special state senate election to approve a one-quarter mill tax renewal and a one-quarter mill tax increase for the Castleton­ Maple Grove Ambulance service. Township Clerk Sharon Bishop said the millage increase would generate $4,000 for the ambulance service, as would the renewal, generating a total of $8,000 for the service to use in one year. Ambulance Board Treasurer Bernard Hoffman says the money is not enough to run the service adequately. “Its very expensive to run Continued on page 7 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY • 121 S. CHURCH STREET Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1985 — Page 2 Teaching staff feels pay is 'too low major reason for the failure instructional staff. Sixty-eight percent of the of additional millage, in the non-instructiohal staff opinion of voters, along with responding say teachers are “need not made apparent” and “information inac­ paid about right;. * When public school curate” as indicated by 49 parents and non-parents percent of the staff. One of were asked the same three staff members (32 concerning ’percent) say voters do not Of the secondary in­ question structional staff who were teachers salaries, 43 percent value education. A majority of voters (59 asked whether they feel their said teachers are paid percent) and a slim plurality salaries are “toohigh”, “too adequately. When the staff members of staff members (46 per­ low” or “just about right”, 100 percent said they are not were asked how much they cent) felt they had adequate getting paid enough, as did think teachers should be information about the 85 percent of the elementary paid, 49 percent of the in- millage proposal, although instructional staff, and 16 structional staff said their nearly two of five voters (36 percent of the non- salaries should be com­ percent) and staff responparable to those of teachers in other counties and other they did not have enough information on the proposal. areas. When voters and staff In order to reduce school costs, extra-curricular responded to a question of activities in the Maple whether it was positive or Valley schools, such as negative influences that nuence er ecsons sports, clubs, field trips, and influenced their decisions when making up their minds band activities, are sup­ ported by private fund on the proposal, 48 percent of raising by booster clubs or all respondents said negative Sixty-percent PTOs, and by asking influences. ff said the he in in-­ of all the staff said students who participate to fluences on ttheir decision pay a fee for each activity, rather than using school making regarding the proposal were positive. district operating funds. Major positive influences p The majority of all voters were: concern for the quality (68 percent), and students (54 percent) approve of the of education in the schools current method of funding and the knowledge that the money was needed. Major extra-curricular activities, however, the majority of influences on the negative staff respondents (60 per­ side were: hpiagyh ; tanxeeesd annodt cent) disapprove of this inability to pay; need not apparent, indadequate method. information Voters and staff were then financial Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hultquist of Hastings are cele­ asked why they think the available; and waste, money brating their 25th wedding anniversary July 2, 1985. request for additional misspent. The couple have one daughter and two sons, plus two Public school parents (46 operating funds in Sep­ granddaughters, all of the Nashville-Hastings area. percent) were significantly tember was turned down. Richard and Shirley Hultquist were married July 2, “Taxes are too high more supportive of the 1960 in Albion, Michigan. already” was cited as the request for additional millage than were respon­ dents who have no children in the Maple Valley schools, (25 percent). Respondents were then asked what their suggestions were for action at this point, since the millage was turned down. Some were “institute a public relations campaignStaying financially healthy after an illness or accident can -inform people of how and sometimes be rougher than recuperating. That’s why Autowhy money is spent and the Owners has Disability Income Insurance which qualifies financial needs of the you for payments fast. Just ask your “no problem” Auto­ district,” and then “place Owners agent about Disability Income protection. It’s a additional millage on the healthy way to pay the expenses that don’t stop when your ballot again,” were the regular income does. leading suggestions of both voters and staff. Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is aimed at improving the public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. 25 years being observed How can you qualify for disability income that starts when your regular income stops? No problem. ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: ~Th£No Pro6&mPeople, • Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville GOVERNMENT Teresa Jones HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). Reids to observe 55th An open house to mark the 55th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Reid, of 2441 Morgan Rd., Nashville, will be held Saturday, July 13, from 12 to 4 p.m. at their.residence. The former Myrtle Ellsworth, daughter of Alex and Hazel Ellsworth of Bedford, and Claude S. Reid, son of Fred and Eva Reid of Nashville, were married July 26, 1930 in Battle Creek. The couple's eight children are Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Reid of Hastings, Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Barbara) Mann of Lansing, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Reid of Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Duane Reid of Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin (Carol) Gaskill of Hastings, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Reid of Nashville, Mr. and Mrs. Michael (Claudene) Hill of Nashville, and Ms. Claudette Gearin of Nashville. They are hosting the open house. There are also 21 grandchildren and 19 great-grand- children. Please, no gifts. COA Menu & Coming Events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 yea?s of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday, at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. July 3 • Hot dog with cheese on bun, baked beans, For Your Insurance Needs ...on • LIFE • HEALTH • IRA • HOME and • AUTO call... The Denny Smith Agency Agents: DENNY SMITH & BOB HARVEY 852-1801 AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Au.Mn.a Syercviocoe 11 aa..m m.. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.REV. LYNN WAGNER Wednesday: P.M. Service.......7 p.m. AWANA... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE CHURCH OF THE NAZAREHE (7i mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ..10 Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 Sunday: P.M. .. Worship ors p ... 7 A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship........... 7 PASTOR MARY CURTIS 250 N. Main, Vermontville a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service.......7 p.m. Sat. Mass......6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.........7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe coleslaw, apple pie-Hastings, craft class and sing along. July 4 Closed, Independence Day. July 5 - Country steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, broccoli, fresh fruit, roll Hastings, blood pressure clinic. July 8 - Chicken salad on lettuce, 3 bean salad, coleslaw with raisins, peach slices, blueberry muffin Hastings and Delton, craft class Hastings, Cancer Society, film -- Nashville, Lansing Gilbert, film. July 9 - Veal patty, sweet potato mash, green beans, fresh fruit -­ Hastings, Humanities class. or 852-1703 FULL GOSPEL ASSEMDLY FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Worship. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMDLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �Maple Valley School REPORT by Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff The orgamutonal meeting of the Maple Valley Schools win be held in the admi ns t rat ion building. Monday. July 8 beginning at 7 pm Loren Lehman will become a voting member of the board of education at the July meeting Board member Wayne Cogswell completed his term on the board ofeducation June 30th, and 1 would like to thank Wayne for this eight years of service on the Maple Valley CARO OF THANKS Crothers to observe 50th lit WW ililMld; lettuce, ||J ’esday and tottn? ■ gles'Clubin sheet tar* Relied Hasiapiia. Mis but W-htji ivateandup SMftj.i i Btowhatis Laas«|Gir.: stope lijltw' jttMtflt' villi irsl liti • e akedbuns, toti FE’HEALTH’I A 50th wedding anniversary open house, in honor of Edna Ellen (Gould) and Bruce Leroy Crothers, will be held on Sunday, July 14, from 2 until 5 p.m. The celebration is being hosted by their daughter, daughter-in-law and grandchildren and will bo held at the Woodland Methodist Church in Woodland. All their friends, neighbors and former students ore cordially invited. The family has requested that there be no gifts. In November of 1945, Mr. and Mrs. Crothers moved to their present home on Bismark Highway (Daven­ port Road in Barry County) from Lincoln Park. Mr. Crothers was engaged in dairy farming for a number of years but now has only crops. Mrs. Crothers taught business subjects in the Vermontville High School, junior high English and his­ tory in Nashville and Hastings, as well as elementary school in the Hastings and Lakewood systems until her retirement. She now assists her husband in forming. Bruce was born on a farm near Fife Lake in 1909 and Edna was born on a farm near Shepard in 1915. Their families moved to Lansing, where each of them attended school, graduating from Lansing Central High School. Mr. Crothers moved to the Detroit orec for employment in a steel mill while Edna and her family moved to Mount Pleasant so that she could attend Central Michigan. Bruce and Edna were married on July 14, 1935, after which, she returned to college to complete her degree requirements. They moved to this community at the end of World War II. They have a daughter, Joy Crothers Angel, a daughter-in-law, Vera Reynolds Crothers, and four grandchildren, Ellen, David and Bryce Angel and Ruth Ann Crothers. Their son, Roy, died in January after a long illness. Bruce and Edna are active in the Woodland Metho­ dist Church, have been members of Farm Bureau since 1946 and Bruce served many years as a member of'the fire board in Sunfield Township; both are very active in their community. We wish to thank everyone who, by their presence, cards, and gifts, made our 50th anniversary celebration such a memorable occasion. We especially thank our son Earl and his wife. Loma, our grandson Bill and wife. Becky, and all other friends and family who made it possible. Mr. & Mrs. Morris Wilson nimstrators to eliminate has returned to his custodial uoience participation. but it position at Fuller Street Interviewing is being completed at the present time regarding a teacher replacement for the JuniorS nior High School teacher S ve MacDonald. rattersbe handled withm lie gurarimes of the Open feelings Act General cleaning and lamteaance work is well nder way in all buildings. FAMILY HAIR CARE at discussion of any personnel The board members are limited in the general discussion of any personal rrmttcr in public without tbc approval of the employee Such matters which could involve employee disciplinary action may be discussed in closed session upon the request of the employee for a closed session. In such personnel matters it is not the intent of the board of education Village Hair Port MENS-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Vermontville t ta Ve H a Appointment br eta u7 t7iful . 726*0257 ...or... 726*0623 4t.h of July MUid'tW Local man named to hospital board At the June 10, meeting of the Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees, Vermontville resident James Peterson was elected to its board of trustees. Peterson, who is affiliated with the Retail Merchandising Service Automation Corporation of Riverside. California, is a long term resident of Ver­ montville and is the Mayor Pro Tern of the Vermontville Village Council. Hospital administrator Stephen Mapes indicated that the hospital board is committed to electing trustees which represent a broad cross section of the community served by the hospital and Peterson's interest will assist in the development of expanded health care services in the hospital service area. r Call for with sound financial planning. Stop in and talk to one of our savings specialists who can help you design a savings plan to fit your needs. Invest today in one of our many savings programs! •91 Day Account *6 Month Account •One Year Account •18 Month Account «30 Month Account •3’/i Year Account •5 Year Account •Regular Passbook Account •IRA Variable Rate Account «MMDA Account •N.O.W. Account *Super N.O.W. Account •Christmas Club Accountt *IRA Fixed Rate Account atom Federal and Loan Association raw cMmurr ucjTiMi rt unt ra* Mttwncr-auu*Tn.ncaiua-n«K$4i-iut usnitu, »iMiuina«t uth u/its, nuiui - n«n tu-iui turn, nuisu-nut Mi-nii «mu mn Um. Uro M Ml la M. Mt •• ttu MOT �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. July 2. 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas by Susan Hinckley Firecrackers were common on July 4th, long ago Back in 1928 the late Clyde W. Francis wrote a series of humorous but nostalgic reminiscences for The Nash­ ville News. The weekly “letter” of­ fered recollections of his boyhood days in Nashville, and was published on the frontpage of the paper under the heading, “Telling Tales Out of School.” Francis grew up in Nash­ ville, graduating from the local high school in 1888. He later become publisher of the Lake Odessa Wave. When he was writing his weekly column for The News he had retired and was living in Ohio. From time to time we will reprint some of Francis’ ovservations on the myriad topics he covered in his entertaining series. Most reflect an era when life moved at a much more leisurely pace. The following account was first published July 5, 1928, and gives us a glimpse of early In­ dependence Day celebrations in Nashville. “Lemo! Lemo five a glass! Roll up; tubmle up. Ef yeh can’t git upRoller yer money up. Chunk of ice in each And ev’ry glass as big Once, a town marshal "swooped down on innocent games of chance" at an early July 4 celebration against wishes of Nashville "village dads," recalled Clyde Francis. Later, after the games reopened, it was rumored that the marshal was asleep in the old Union House barn dreaming of the day when.the site would change into a beautiful park "with its fountain of living water." By the time Francis wrote his piece in 1928 the site of the old hotel (seen here in 1900) had been converted into Central Park. As an elephunt’s foot. Lemo! Lemo! five a glass. “And what lemonade it was in those good old Fourth of July days - citric acid and a dozen of lemons to a tengallon crock of well water. Once upon a time, Billy Griffith set out a wooden tobacco pail in which the glasses had been rinsed, and invited everybody to come up and have all they could drink for nothing. Until noon lemonade was five a glass; in the evening all you could drink for a nickel. I think Charley Evarts could drink the most. There were plenty of others that could have beated him that is, if they had been drinking lemonade. Remember the salute at sunrise as the two-color poster had it. This was nothing more than the ‘firing of anvils.’ An iron ring about three inches in diameter and an inch high was placed on an anvil, filled with gun­ powder, and covered with another anvil - the power was exploded by the red-hot tip of an iron rod. One Fourth of July the day broke, along with some window lights, when this iron burst asunder. Nobody was hurt, but John Whitmore ran further and faster than any of the gunners at the battle of Bull Run. But don’t blame him for any lack of patriotism; Durkee’s bull was chasing him. The explosion, undoubtedly, had caused this gentleman cow to see red. Powder those days wasn’t smokeless, but it was sometimes deathless. Flayharty’s goat devoured some loaded shot gun shells belonging to Jim Pillbeam and came tearing out on the Family am yga gatherings erngswereoneway were one way local oca folks o soserve observed Fourth our o of July uy in n days aysgone by. This about! 908 scene shows the family of A.P. Denton of Vermontville at such an event. Denton is seated in the center, front row. Families present include the John Taylors of Nashville: the Ephriam Campbells and Jay Hawkins of Vermont-­ ville; lle; and the Willie Hunts of Grand Ledge. Note young lad in back row with flag and nd traditional patriots patriot's "head head bandage bandage." While this patrotic bovine was photographed at Saranac (July 4, 1907) it is somewhat reminiscent of a goat that once joined a Nashville Fourth of July procession in the late 19th century. The animal recalled Francis, first devoured some loaded shotgun shells, then tore into the street, butted the bass drummer's instrument, and according to some witnesses "kept better time. street and joined the procession. He tried to butt the head of Rance Mayo’s bass drum. Those who witnessed it remarked that the goat kept better ‘time’ than Rance did. The Fourth was always a punk day for the kids - they carried a stick of it with them continually. Firecrackers of all sizes split the atmosphere. Sometimes they landed at the feet of a citizen and peacefull sometimes they landed on a lady’s hat. If a white lawn dress caught fire, or a black alpaca coat tail smoked up, it was spanked out - and the kid who threw the cracker spanked also, if he were caught. Mothers counted noses around the picnic dinner, and, when day was done, counted the children’s fingers to note if any were missing. Folks who were not munching, swallowing, walking up and down on the wooden sidewalks, or dan­ cing, drifted over and heard Elihu Chipman read the Declaration of In­ dependence. We always had a good sports program and plenty of entrants. Our brass band was very good those days. The martial music of the Barnum, Feighner and Noyes fife and drum corps could not have been excelled by any other in the state. It wasn’t any near-Fourth we celebrated. Everybody entered into the spirit of the occasion. Len Feighner was one of our ‘live wires,’ and by the way, I can’t see as the passing years have in­ sulated him to any marked degree. Len was always on the sport committee, and occasionally looked after the concessions - those innocent amusements without which a celebration would have been a washout. Our village dads were broadminded, and if any of the ordinances had any teeth in them that might bite any of the concessions men, why, they removed the teeth for the day lest the pleasures of the patriotic citizens be gummed up. But we had a town marshal on one occasion who knew his bunions and that is why he thought he ought to step on anybody’s feet that stepped a wee bit outside the law. There were lots of people who wouldn’t wink at the law but would wink at the soda fountain clerks. Now a wink in those days was a business proposition and not a flir­ tation. It either meant a ‘stick’ in your glass of soda water, or that Home Downing figured you were raising a bid at an auction sale. Well, the marshal swopped down on those innocent games of chance one Fourth of July and made ‘era shut up shop. Why, the concessions more than paid for the fireworks which always closed up one end of that perfect day - they always left the other end open so that those who celebrated in­ ternally would have a place to crawl in and sleep it off. But it wasn’t long before the ‘Paddlewheels* were clicking again and the Marshal never showed up. Rumor had it that he was up in the hayloft of the old Union house barn dreaming of the time when the place where he was sleeping would in the years to come, change to a beautiful park with its fountain of living water.” This about-1906 scene shows spectators watching a Fourth of July "strongman" performance on Main Street in Nashville. "Firecrackers of all sizes split the at­ mosphere, recalled Francis, sometimes landing at the feet of a "peaceful citizen citizen" or on a lady s hat. Concessionaires on midway "more than paid for the fireworks" that closed up the end of a perfect Fourth of July, noted Francis. Early News ac­ ccounts also indicated Nashville merchants contributed to finance the spectacular pyrotechnics show. r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1985 Charlton Park holding July 4th celebration '*•» *> *’ !S!vb s. s iw ^?5S . *8 *?ss **• 'M M*W * 4**«^ M 4**«^ 4**^ MlMihlli '*i» »s® Miih Mivbih k Wteijj liiiii tarWittl ■ItetyMliti tabling iiltn htnsltqg|it tteidi Win beautiful prt r tafflijie Celebrate America’s birthday this year with an old-fashioned flair at Charlton Park. Beginning at noon on Thursday, July 4, there will be contests for all age groups. You can run a three­ legged race, then compete in a sack race, toss a water balloon or a raw egg, eat as much watermelon as you can and then see how far you can spit the seeds. Or you can search for a needle in a haystack, enter your freckles in the most freckles contest and partake in a pie eating contest. Awards and prizes will be given to the winners. A pie judging contest and auction will tease the palate. Bring a fruit or cream pie and the baker gets in free. All pies are then donated to Charlton Park for the auc­ tion. The 4-H Horse Drill team will be on hand for a demonstration and Civil War reanactors will set up camp near the village. In addition, the historic buildings will be staffed and functioning. The parks recreation area provides a sandy beach, boat launch, ski beach, volleyball court, ball diamond, tables and grills. The snack bar will also be open. Admission is $3 for adults (16 and over) and children are admitted free. Charlton Park is located just off M-79 between Hastings and Nash­ ville. Page 5 Vermontville Library News Watermelon eating is one of the fun-filled games on tap this Thursday at Historic Charlton Park Village and Museum. The following Memory Books have been donated to the Vermontville Public Library during the past few months: In memory of Ruth Shance Garn - “Classics To Read Aloud to Children” by William Russell, from the Randy Shance Family. “Aunt Arie-A Foxfire Portrait” from Dean and Joan Hansen. In memory of Ingrid Northrup from Linda Aldrich “My Teacher Sleeps in School” by Leatie Weiss and “The Very Busy Spider”'by Eric Carle. In memory of Gladys Beardslee from Beverly Beardslee - “Gone With The Wind” by Margaret Mit­ chell. We wish at this time to also thank the following for recent donations to our collection: “Mariguana Alert” by P®ggy Mann, donated by Elon Baker. “Rivers Ran Slow” by Grace Scobey Colvin, a native of Hastings, from Dean and Joan Hansen. A 1985 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival VHS Cassette has been donated by Margaret Cook. A 1985 edition of the “National High School Sports Record Book” from Ken Beardslee. There are still copies available of Ken’s latest, book “Partners” and may be purchased for $3 apiece. The Vermontville Library is in the process of scheduling two summer movies for the children, so watch for further details in the Maple Valley News. 4-H sheep judging session on July 3 Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers interested in learning how to judge sheep are en­ couraged to attend a judging session on Wednesday, July 3, at 7:30 p.m. The session will be held at Duane Tirrell’s, 700 Tirrell Road, Charlotte. For more in­ formation on the 4-H livestock judging program, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. HAPPY 4TH HAIRCUTS................. Includes shampoo and blow dry. ACTION-ADS AND SET.................... *6°° *50® HAY FOR SALE: also % Simmental calf. Call 852­ 1784. Nashville. (7-2). WANTED: roofing jobs in Vermontville and Nashville. 4 years experience - free estimates - good references. Call 517-726-0427. David Halliwell. LOST: Beagle, female, tri colored, 3 years old, brown in the face. Near Nashville. Reward! 852-1850. YARD SALE: 102 Middle St., Nashville, Wednesday, July 3 to Saturday July 6, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) CLOSED July 3, 4, 5 and 6 EMERGENCY NUMBERS 726-0457 726-0567 / BIG ' GEORGE'S "The Mirrors image .JLiiG wulolz iMjaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111N. Main, Nashville Young and old enjoy the egg toss this July 4th at Barry County's Charlton Park. Recycled, used oil helps environment The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service sponsored Used Oil Recycling project, which began in 1982 is beginning to make a contribution to solving the serious en­ vironmental problem caused by oil contaiminated water. Oil from the do-it-yourself oil changers has been documented as the largest source of oil pollution of surface and ground waters. It is documented as a major problem in every one of Michigan’s Water Quality Plans. According to County Extension Director Allen Krizek, as a result of the Used Oil Recycling program approximately 8,000 gallons of used oil was recycled in Eaton County last year. At the 28 county collection sites, mostly service stations and BIG GEORGE’S PARTY STORE 637 South Main Street, Nashville, Ml. 852-9833 or 852-9670 READY TO EAT With all the fixin's 16” Pizza 3 JULY4th SPECIAL retail stores, citizens can dump used motor oil into drums which have been provided for this purpose. The motor oil is then collected by oil reprocessing companies and rerefined for resale. According to statewide estimates, more than 21 million gallons of used motor oil are improperly disposed of each year in Michigan. The recycling program collected 350,000 gallons of used oil in 1984. For a list of recycling stations in your community, call the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Buy 3 of the Same Item (CONES, SUNDAES, SHAKES, COOLERS, BANANA SPLITS, ETC...) and Get the 4th One FREE! AB (NO SUBSTITUTIONS) Dairy DEUTE -=- MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Jud Knapper State Senator .Cd Hot Dogs.. . 2/*l Q Items . FREE DELIVERY WITHIN 3 MILES Wet Burrito........... $$2" 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Republican • Special Election July 23, 1985 Paidl, for Jud Knapper for Senate Committee. 142 N. Kalamazoo Mal ^Kalby:amazoo, Ml 49001, Robert Kent, Treasurer �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1985 — Page 6 Old news accounts tell of Vermontville Memorial Hall (Esther Shepard has fur­ nished the following news articles from the early 1900s) Memorial Hall Is About Completed Dedication of Fine New Structure Will Take Place Next Saturday. Complete in almost every detail and now ready for occupancy, Vermontville’s fine new Memorial Hall will be dedicated with ap­ propriate ceremonies at 1:30 o’clock on Saturday af­ ternoon, and from now until the hour scheduled for the opening exercises, public interest centers on a closer inspection of the handsome new structure. Some delay has been experienced in completing the lower portion of the building by the late arrival of the plate glass windows, but these have now been placed in position and all that remains to be done is a few finishing touches in the way of interior decoration. Mull and Eckhart expect to be located in their new quarters by Thursday, while The Barber State Bank may not get into their new home before Saturday, or possibly the beginning of next week. The present site of the new building will hardly be recognized, for in place of the ramshackle affair that served as a place of business for so long a time, there has loomed up the stands today far exceeds all expectations. The owners feel that they have one of the finest buildings in the country, as no expense has been spared to make it well nigh perfect in every detail. From the Vermontville Echo Vol. XXXV Dec. 1,1909 No. 48: The Barber State Bank are doing business in their new building today for the first time. Call and see how fine everything is arranged so to give them a convenient and up-to-date bank. The Christmas spirit is in the air and the merchants have decorated their stores and windows. Mull and Eckhart, now occupying the neatest and most up-to-date meat market in the county, with new marble top counter and latest improved equipment, have on display a fine line of Xmas meats, which together with the decorations of red and green, present a very attractive appearance. Squier Memorial Hall Dedicated With Appropriate Ceremonies Happy Culmination of Work Earnestly Carried on by the G.A.R. Post and Woman’s Relief Corps. “Saturday was a gala day for the members of both organizations of the Grand Army of the Republic, Ed­ ward Dwight Post No. 163, and the Woman’s Relief Corps. No. 107, as their home was completed and ready for the dedication exercises which ar necessary to be held in all organizations where the societies can regularly meet in the rooms. “Owing to the fact that many citizens of Ver­ montville had contributed liberally to the building of the new home in addition to the $800 bequest left by Mrs. Clara A. Vaughn which was to be used in erecting a monument of some kind to the memory of the veterans, and of her brother, John Squier, who, for so many years, was a resident of this village, the post decided to make the day as complete as possible, and so held public dedication exercises and invited the Hon. John C. Ketcham, postmaster of Hastings, to deliver the address of the day in con­ nection with the usual formal ceremonies. “The exercises were opened at two o’clock by selections rendered by the Vermontville Band in front of the building, and then the post members marched from their old home in Hammond block escorted the Woman’s Relief Corp to the new home; which the members have taken so much pride in preparing. After assembling in the hall which was packed to its fullest capacity by the members of the organizations and citizens, the President of the village, Chas. A. Anderson, extended a welcome to all and in a few well chosen words spoke of the work by the members of the post in securing their home and of the pride the entire citizenship of Ver­ montville took in their families. “Commander David M. Purchis then accepted the building in behalf of the Post and proceeded to carry out the completion of the fine building which meant so much to the veterans and dedication ceremonies ac­ cording to the beautiful ritualistic work as laid down by the Grand Army for such occasions. It was with hearts filled with pride and beating with joy that the veterans went through the beautiful ceremonies and in the movements made by them there was still the remnants of the fires of youth as they grasped their guns and saluted and carried out the commands of their officers. DOOOOOOOOOOOOOOQOOO Interior Paints - Exterior Paints - Stains Polyurethane Finish (clear) PRESSURE TREATED LUMBER Deck Packages available to your specification S3 Rebate $3 Rebate per gallon from Cuprinol* Stain & Wood Preservative. Limit 4 filloas per family, per address. OFFER VALID FOR PURCHASE BETWEEN JUNE 22 AND JULY 7, 19«5 ONLY. REFUND BEQUESTS MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATE* HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD 0EUVERING-PLMNING-EST1MATING-SMING CALL AND COMPARE 852-0882 in Nashville, 1 block east on the tracks The former Vermontville Band often performed at important occasions in the town. This undated photo was supplied through the courtesy of Esther Shepard. “Everyone present realized and that too with a pang of sorrow that it would be but a few short years where the last of the old guard would have been called to respond to the last roll call. Indeed, it was noticeable at this meeting that the color bearer, John Schroder, who for so many years had marched proudly carrying the banner of the post at the head of the organization whenever it appeared in public, was missing, and many were the comments made upon this absent feature of their gatherings. “After the ritualistic ceremonies had been completed, the commander introduced the speaker of the day who delivered a masterly address suitable to the event. Several selections were also rendered by the band which was enjoyed by all. The meeting was then dismissed and all repaired to the old post room where a bounteous chicken pie supper was served by the ladies; and there it was that the old soldiers demon­ strated they had not forgotten how to - tackle a large problem which they could solve, and the many citizens soon caught the spirit and joined in this most interesting and gratifying portion of the days events. As a result the ladies netted $41.25 from the supper which will go towards the paying of the building. ’’The work of securing the fine home for the old soldiers and their families has taken considerable time and effort, but the value to this com­ munity than if the money left by the will of Mrs. Vaughn had been used in errecting a monument. As it is it will be a lasting memento and the property is so fixed that after the veterans and their families have passes away and there is no longer need of a post room, it will go to the township which holds it in trust and the income from the building is to be used in paying the expenses of maintaining Memorial Day exercises and customs. “The work of erecting the building has been in the hands of a bulding com­ mittee consisting of Dr. C. S. Snell, Charles A. Fuller and David M. Puchis, and to these gentlemen much credit is due as they have worked early and late to bring about the completion of a home which all would be proud of. The trustees of the building are C. A. Hallenbeck, C. A. Fuller and Dr. C. S. Snell. Commander Purchis has spent much time in the looking after the work while his adjutant, C. A. Hallenbeck, has ably assisted him and every member of the committee having the project in charge, have also spent many hours upon the plans as how best to ac­ complish the completion of their building. “The cost of the second story, which is 70 feet in length and 26 feet wide, is $1,600, and besides the $800 left by Mrs. Vaughn for a memorial purpose, the balance of the money needed has practically been subscrived by the citizens of the township for the purpose of completing a building that would be a credit to the community. The post will have the property paid for practically with the ex­ ception of about $200 which will be cared for as the Grange will rent of them and the money saved by the post will soon pay the balance. The following letter was received from Mr. and Mrs. Chas. b. Lamb, of Charlotte, in response to an invitation from Commander Purchis to be present as represen­ tatives of the Squier’s family and participate in the exercises. Charlotte Mich., Dec. 3,1909 To Mr. D. M. Purchis, Commander of Post No. 163 G. A. R., Vermontville, Mich. My Dear Sir and all members of the Post; Mr. Lamb and I just received an ivitation to the dedication of “Squier Memorial Hall.” We would be glad to accept, if possible, both because of the interest we take in the bequest, and also as representatives of the Squier family. The spirit which prompted the gift to your Post from Mrs. C. A. Vaughn was one of loyalty to her country and to its loyal representatives. Surely you will enjoy your place of meeting and will remember Aunt Clara and Uncle John who have passed to an unknown country where God’s camp fires burn brightly for them and where the light is burning and waiting for us all. Yours truly, Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Lamb (Mrs. C. B. Lamb was the daughter of George Squier, treasurer of Eaton County. George’s brothers who served in the Civil War were Martin and John in the 2nd Mich. Cavalry at Perryville, Ky. John lived here, but Martin moved out West, but he and his wife are buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, said Esther Shepard who fur­ nished this article about Vermontville’s past.) Producers will vote on corn promotion plan A referendum to establish market information, and a proposed Michigan Com promotion by assessing com Promotion Program will be growers up to one-half cent conducted July 8 through per bushel for each bushel of July 23 by the Michigan corn sold. Department of Agriculture. By law, MDA must handle “Ballots will be mailed to the referendum. A public all producers of record and hearing was held May 30 must be post-marked on or after more than 200 com before July 23 to be coun­ growers submitted a petition ted,” said Dr. Paul E. requesting establishment of Kindinger, Michigan the promotion program. Department of Agriculture Producers are eligible to director. vote if they have grown and To approve the referen­ sold a quantity of com dum, an affirmative vote of valued at first point of sold, at least 50 percent of the total at more than $800, during votes cast, representing any one growing and more than 50 percent of the marketing season within the corn production of those last three years. Each casting ballots is required. producer, partnership and If passed, the Corn corporation is entitled to one Promotion and Development vote. program would provide Any eligible grower not funding for product receiving a ballot may write development of corn and to the Michigan Department com products, expansion of of Agriculture, Agricultural markets, increased con­ Development Division, P.O. sumer knowledge, research, Box 30017, Lansing, MI 48909. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 2. 1985 Elsie Wolever will chair local St. Jude's Bike-a-thon '^''osL’A The Central Regional Office of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital announced recently that Ms. Elsie Wolever has agreed to chair the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Bike-aThon in Nashville. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital was founded by entertainer Danny Thomas. The in­ stitution opened its doors to the public in 1962 to combat catastrophic diseases which afflict our children. St. Jude Hospital is non-sectarian, non-discriminatory, and provides total medical care to over 4,200 patients. At St. Jude, scientists and physicians are working side by side seeking not only a better means of treatment, but also the causes, cures and prevention of these progress and success of the terrible killers. research, patient care, and All findings and in­ educational programs of this formation gained at the internationally recognized hospital are shared freely hospital. with doctors and hospitals all We sincerely appreciate over the world. Thanks to St. the concern that Ms. Jude Hospital, children who Wolever has for our work have leukemia, Hodgkin’s and we hope the citizens of disease, sickle-cell anemia, Nashville will support the and other child-killing Bike-a-Thon this fall to help diseases now have a better .provide the funds that are needed to preserve the chance to live. The Bike-a-Thon programs worlds greatest asset ...“Our said said a is dedicated to “Jaime”. children,” Jaime is from Ohio and was spokesperson from St. diagnosed with leukemia in Jude’s. May of 1983, and began treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Today, her cancer is in remission and she is doing quite well. Jaime is living example of the Local girl scouts enjoy summer Scouting fun continues through the summer for Nashville Girl Scouts. Last Tuesday and Wed­ nesday several Brownies and Junior Girl Scouts got together to meet requirements for Sun and Fun Patch. Brownie Troop 746 met at their leaders house for games and swimming. During the month of July the girls will be “cheerfully” helping at home to earn their second year Council Brownie B Patch. The next troop activity is scheduled in July at Donna Garvey’s. The newly bridged scouts (Brownies finish the 3rd grade advance into Junior Girl Scouts) are under the leadership of experienced leader Pam White. Pam is looking forward to working with these scouts on camping and badge work. Girl Scouting is an excellent program, please contact Pam, if your daughter is interested in joining the scouting program. The Juniors, Troop 744, gathered at Taylors to develop campfire building skills and to enjoy swim­ ming. The troop will be having an activity each summer month. Girls at­ tending two of the three events will be awarded their Sun and Fun Patch. During the week of July 7th about 30 scouts will be attending scout camp. Important school board meeting planned July 8 ATTENTION: Parents of Sth graders at Kellogg School for 1985-86 are asked to attend the July 8 School Board meeting at 7 p.m. Important discussion! Obituaries i*** *** Lucy M. Gillaspie **• *kl kS **. k !*b« lb ** kitty •ifcta tojfclkfel oibfc *•“ atau k «t ii •kiWitaji! frotirtat; Oise ikak ittaai dlr It pt te Hatt I® t kiq ntyltii 11 IMU* Mttrfty tssre tf£si Gsqt’s Inb art*mialeUh VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Lucy M. Gillaspie, 92, of 977 S. Main, Vermontville died Saturday, June 29, 1985 at Barry County Medical Care Facility. Funeral serivces will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 2 at Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Home, Nashville with Rev. Ray Talmage officiating. Burial is in Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association. Mrs. Gillaspie was born on Feb. 21, 1893 in Johnstown Township, Barry County, the daughter of Frank and Emma (Sebastian) Clark. She was raised in the Lacey area and attended Stevens School in Lacey. She married Harvey E. Gillaspie on March 9, 1911. He died in July, 1966. She and ---- 0----- XxtaabMn I TII5K-IfiiCirtjik Ij. MWi late MarUMekbi htudteii*1 Iwkni* EstteSaf nW fc p*m:s fewr’i^ lefjmiW1 foinolW1 her husband farmed over 65 years on the family farm in Lacey Rd. She had lived at her present address in Vermontville since 1978. Mrs. Gillaspie attended Briggs Church and Heritage Hills Church and was a longtime 4-H leader and a member of the Birthday Club. Surviving are a son, Orl (Bud) Gillaspie of Ver­ montville; a son-in-law, John Willison of Marshall; 10 grandchildren; 34 great grand children; several great, gr^at grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Leia in 1921, a daughter, Mildred Willison in Nov., 1984, a son, Irl Cillaspie in Feb., 1978, also two brothers, William and Jay Clark. Louis L. Briggs VERMONTVILLE - Louis L. Briggs, 75, of Route No. 2, Shaytown Rd., Vermontville, died on Tuesday, June 25, 1985 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 29, 1985 at 1:30 p.m. at the Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. Rev. Thomas Voyles officiated with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mr. Briggs was born on July 16, 1909 in Vermontville Township, Eaton County, the son of Fred and Esther (Cairns) Briggs. He was raised in Vermontville and attended Hallenbeck School. He married the former Betty J. Jarman on December 31, 1970. He farmed and was also employed at Chester Elevator Co., and Charlotte Chair Co. Surviving are his wife, Betty, and one sister, Mrs. Ruth Janousek of Charlotte. The last thing you need when you’re over 55, is a problem paying for your car insurance. Age has its rewards. Sometimes. It does with Auto-Owners. They give good drivers age 55 or older a discount. So instead of raising your premiums or reducing your coverage you may pay a little less for your auto insurance. Auto-Owners respects maturity and a good driving record. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how he can save you money on your car insurance. When you hear the news, you’ll be glad you’ve got a few years behind you. When you want results.. . . . give our classified department k<* a call! If you want to turn your unwanted items into cash, we'll help you write an ad that will get t^. fast results! Whatever you want to John Warren, Thelma Christopher (seated), Bev Warren, Betty Pierce and Mary Hecker. buy or sell, you'll get action with a Want Ad! It's easy ..turn those unwanted items into cash... with an Action Ad — Call 945-9554 Page 7 The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, _______ Home, BuSineSS and Car (^uto-Owners Insurance' 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1985 — Page 8 1,000 bicyclists roll through Vermontville, Nashville, Tuesday Nancy Weiss, left, and Kathy Hage of Illinois enjoyed their ride across lower Michigan, the longest ride they've taken so far they said. By Shelly Sulser Nearly 1,000 bicyclists on the PALM (Pedal Accross Lower Michigan) IV tour passed through Nashville and Vermontville last week. The largest group ever to participate in the fourth annual ride, was on a trek that led them from their starting point in Holland on RC, Diet Rite, RC100 and Nehi Flavors $I4 99 BAMBY CABANA 8 PK. BOTTLES............ Assorted I plus ■! DEP. Sunday morning, through women who rode 30 to 40 mile lower Michigan towns like trips tip a day dy to t prepare pp f this for Allegan, Dexter, Eaton event, agreed that they loved Rapids, Hastings, and en- the experience. “We’ve had ding the journey in Grand a wonderful time.” Weiss commented that of Hie Friday afternoon. “It’s been a challenge,” all the towns they passed said rider Nancy Weiss while through, Vermontville was on a break under the shade of the most enterprising trees in the Vermontville because of several drink village park. stands set up to profit from Weiss and friend Kathy the thirsty travelers. At night, the riders pitched Hage are two of five women from Geneva, Illinois who their tents to slumber, before traveled to Michigan ex- rising bright and early to clusively to participate in the begin another day’s ad­ venture. 250 mile, excursion. Hage and Weiss com­ “At first I didn’t know we could make it 50 miles a mented that the trip wasn’t tiring though, day,” Weiss said trying to really cool off from the heat by recalling the previous night sipping a lemonade. But the they spent in Hastings. “Last night we went out square dancing," noted Hage. “It was really fun.” Weiss’ husband is also a biking enthusiast, but sticks to the longer more challenging rides. “Last April he rode 1,500 miles to Florida going about 150 miles a day,” she in­ formed. The PALM trip is very much of a family event, which included people from age 77 to one year. Hage, who has been a bicycle rider for 22 years, said the number of par­ ticipants has increased in the four years since the first PALM ride, noting there were merely 180 riders the first time out. The tour is organized and Reno’s 14” partially sponsored by the Potato Chips PEPPERON Snack Cake XA S $139 pizza 3/$l15 B^l^iFREE 2/$5°° State Journal • Detroit Free Press Ice • Instant Lottery Tickets Miller's Ice Cream • Party and Picnic Supplies Have a Safe and Happy Holiday HOURS: Monday thru Thursday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. OPEN 4th of JULY 8 to: The Vermontville village park was filled with weary travelers Tuesday where 1,000 bikers pedalling across lower Michigan stopped for a breather. 2996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE Ph. 726-0486 Party Mart C.O.A. plans trip to Grand Rapids July 17 The Commission on Aging is planning to take a bus to Grand Rapids Wednesday, July 17. It will leave Hastings at 9:30 a.m. and the first stop will be the Gerald R. Ford Museum. After a tour through the facility, the group will depart for John Ball Park to enjoy a picnic lunch and then after lunch to take a tour of the zoo. The price for this trip will be $5. This will include ad­ mission to both the museum and zoo, and the bus fare. Suggested donation for the lunch will be 75 cents, however, donations will be private and up to the in­ dividual as to what he or she can afford. Call 948-8061 for your reservation or more in­ formation. Reservations should be made before the 12 th of July. Call today] Come join us for this fun trip. American mercan Youth out Hospice, ospce, and cost each rider $40 to enter. In return, the bikers got T-shirts,, campground g pg privileges, baggage service and fruit stops. APLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. AAAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar PhoneJ517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR­ Member of Barry-EatonBoard of Realtors and The Barry-Eaton Multiple Listing Service STARTER HOME, JUST *25,000! Ideal for young family or for re­ tirees, 2 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, nice kitchen, all neat and clean, large lot, 2 story garage. Village of Nashville. 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(F-118) HOMER WINEGAR (GRl),, Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1985 — Page 9 Eaton surplus food will be given July 16-17 Capital Area Community Services, Inc. will resume the distribution of Com­ modity surplus food in Eaton County, July 16 and 17. Commodities will only be provided to families that have registered and received a Green Commodity ID Card. In Eaton County foods will be distributed at Eaton County Action Center, 503 East Henry Street, Charlotte, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., July 16 and 17; Eaton County Senior Citizens, 100 W. Lawrence Street, Charlotte, between the hours of 9 a m. and 3 p.m., July 16 and 17; Eaton Rapids - St. Peters Church, 515 East Knight Street, Eaton Rapids, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., July 16; Grand Ledge Immanuel Lutheran Church, 417 South Clinton Street, Grand Ledge, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 Noon, July 16; Olivet-Community Room, 251 First Street, Olivet, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., July 16; Bellevue - Village Hall, 201 North Main Street, Bellevue, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m, July 16 and 17; Mulliken - United Methodist Church (Ed. Unit), 190 Charlotte Street, Mulliken, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., July 16; Sunfield - Community Room, Main Street, Sunfield, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., July 16; GAREY’&VARIETY IN THE CENTER Bible School starts Monday at Maple Grove Bible Church Maple Grove Bible Church will begin Vacation Bible School on Monday, July 8. The church is located five miles south of Nashville on M-66 and % mile east on Cloverdale Rd. The theme of the school this year is “Victory!” Lessons will emphasize the triumph of the Lord Jesus Christ when He rose vic­ torious from the dead and the final victory that will be God’s at the end of the world. All children are invited to the sessions from 9:45 to 11:30 each morning Monday through Friday, parents and friends are invited to the closing program which will be presented at 8 p.m. Friday, July 12. For transportation or further information, call Pastor Marvin Potter at 852­ 0861. 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(tfn) Vermontville - First Congregational Church, 110 South Main, Vermontville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., July 17; Dimondale First Presbyterian Church, 162 Bridge Street, Dimondale, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., July 16; and Potterville United Methodist Church, 105 North Church Street, Potterville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., July 16. 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 i �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 2, 1985 — Page 10 Village of Nashville Maple Valley Organizational Board Meeting MONDAY, JULY 8, 1985 — 7:00 P.M. — AGENDA ITEMS — This meeting will be the organizational meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education. Business will be acted upon which is normally handled at a regular board meeting. The board members will elect officers, including a president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer. The board members will approve the place of meetings, day of the month and time of regular board meetings. A bank will be named as depository of school funds and checking accounts. General fund accounts; internal activity accounts; hot lunch account; building and site accounts; debt retirement accounts; payroll account. Approval of the acceptance of tuition students. Committee reports. Consideration for recall of elementary teacher June Wallace on a half-time basis. Further discussion of Michigan Dyslexia Institute, Inc. and development of a program at Maple Valley. General report and possible related to incidents involving a Jr. High teacher at the time of sixth grade student visitation to the Jr.-Sr. High School. Consideration of future change of underwriters for MESSA insurance from Equitable Insurance Company to Blue Cross. Approval of date for truth in taxation hearing. Second reading on athletic policy which would set the admission price at $2.00. Also, a 2.0 (C average) at the end of each six weeks marking period in order for a student to be eligible to participate in athletic contests. Board members and telephone numbers: David Hawkins, 852-0749; Dale Ossenheimer, Jr., 852-1674; Ronald Tobias, 852-9476; Irma Gene Baker, 726-0050; Paula Cole, 543-5669; LeRoy Sleeper, 726-0297; Loren Lehman, 726-0427. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facil­ ities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, June 19, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LINDA M. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners hi** Hi MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING Held June 13, 1985 The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held June 13, 1985 at the Community Cen­ ter in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President John Hughes. All Present, D. Chaffee, J. Kent, R. Furlong, R. Harvey, C. Tobias and G. Frith. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read by the Clerk. A letter was read from Eaton County Road Commission in regard to the Shanty Brook Bridge project. Motion by G. Frith, supported by R. Furlong to Adopt a resolution urging the Eaton County Road Commission to do everything possible to secure the necessary funds to replace the Shanty Brook Bridge at the earliest possible time. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Letters were read from the Michigan Department of Transportation in regard to the change of speed limits on M-66 and M-79. Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias that the following bills be presented and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All Ayes. Motioned Carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell....... 30.10 Consumers Power (Office)................ 71.07 Consumers Power (St. Lights)........... 1,180.40 Carl's Market....... .... 61.92 Mace Pharmacy... ... 21.95 Hastings Sanitary Ser. . 600.00 Doubleday Bros. & Co. . 147.32 Maple Valley News...... 158.04 Grandma's Greenery ... 80.68 Kelley’s 5‘ to $1.00 5.27 Blue Cross/Blue Shield . 626.34 Jackson National 483.36 American Bankers Life. 124.90 GARAGE AND EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell....... .25.53 Consumers Power 56.21 Carl's Market....... 64.81 Baker Lawn 8 Garden... 57.84 Nashville Hardware ...... 23.07 Maple Valley Implement 52.48 Goodyear.......................... 74.43 Purity Cylinder....... .29.02 Hometown Lumbe .9.01 Galesburg Lawn Equip. .81.91 Kent Oil Co....................... 654.34 Musser’s Service 13.00 Lykins Brothers.............. 10.00 Nashville Auto& Farm Supply.................. 134.33 Andrus of Hastings ...... 250.00 PARK DEPARTMENT Pioneer Manufacturing. 282.70 THE VERMONTVILLE MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL Annual Report 1984-1985 Cash on Hand May 31, 1984 Receipts Arts & Crafts Concessions Donations Insurance & Misc. Refunds Interest from Investments Memberships State Fair Syrup Sales Transfer from Investment Fund Transfer from Queens Scholarship Fund Total Receipts Total Cash & Receipts Disbursements: Advertising Donations for Clubs Who Help, etc. Entertainment Insurance Janitor & Labor License & Fees Loud Speaker System Maple Manor Repair & Misc. Maplewood Rental Memorial Donation Parade & Prizes Porta Johns Corp. Postage, Office Supplies, Food, Gifts & Misc. Queens Expenses Queens Scholarship Roadside Signs Salarys Shuttle Buses State Fair Syrup Making Syrup Supplies Transfer to Investment Account Transfer to Queens Scholarship Acc. Utilities Total Disbursements Cash Balance June 1, 1985 $264.30 $ 2,781.29 6,098.10 1,255.25 109.38 88.74 1,480.00 171.34 5,154.81 1,521.00 645.00 $19,304.91 19,569.21 $1,303.38 669.87 1,739.75 539.00 235.86 49.80 525.00 235.50 645.67 10.00 1,701.12 1,750.00 58.41 553.40 645.00 1,189.31 200.00 840.00 191.00 441.40 1,139.55 1,500.00 100.00 2.019.37 $18,282.39 $1,286.82 WATER BOND INTEREST REDEMPTION U.S. Fm.H.A................ 7,950.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell................... 31.29 Carl's Market...................... 4.87 Mace Pharmacy.............. 11.45 Blue Cross/Blue shield . 313.17 Jackson National 263.60 American Bankers Life.. 48.20 Kent Oil Co.......................569.17 Powers Shell...................... 59.75 General Electric.............. 13.20 WATER AND SEWER Michigan Bell (Water)... 13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer). . 124.58 Consumers Power (Water)................ 340.66 Consumers Power (Sewer)................ .602.23 Nashville Hardware 12.42 Hometown Lumber 6.79 Municipal Supply ...... 1,189.52 Wallace & Tiernan 185.00 Sewer Specialists.. 200.00 Drummond Amer. Corp.426.34 Nashville Co-Op Elevator45.00 Hulinek’s Lighting Ser. . . 10.50 Snow & Son Locksmiths.. . 9.03 Cathey Company 495.84 Pleasant Tele. Ans. Ser . 21.50 Chempace Corporation 504.76 U.S. Postmaster......... 56.70 Clary, Nantz, Wood & Hoffius........................ 181.83 Municipal Supply............ 67.65 Mich. Chloride Sales ... 732.00 Drummond Amer. Corp.213.83 STREET DEPARTMENT Nashville Hardware 12.82 Hometown Lumber 5.70 Sgt. Gene Koetje submitted the Police report for the month of May, 1985. / Leon Frith, Supt. of D.P.W. submitted the Department of Public Works report for the month of May, 1985. A petition to abandon an alley was presented by the property owners on the Alley running East and West between Main Street and State Street and Railroad Street and Church Street. President Hughes called a public hearing June 27, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville to discuss the abandonment of the East and West Alley between Lot 16 & 17 and Lot 9 & 10 of the A.W. Phillips Addition. Mrs. James Hummell was present to present a petition to abandon the East of Washington Street between lots 12 & 13 of the Hardendorf Addition. Pres. Hughes called a public Hearing for June 27, 1985 at 7:10 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville to discuss the abandonment of the East end of Washington Street. Tom Taylor, Zoning Administrator, gave the Zoning report for the month of May, 1985. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by G. Frith to make proper budget amendments in Major and Local Street Department. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by B. Harvey to pay the Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Transfer Station $600.00. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by G. Frith to send a letter to the Michigan Department of Transportation asking permission for the Village of Nashville to transfer an additional 15% of Act 51 monies from Major Street to Local Street. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by D. Chaffee, supported by R. Furlong to Hire Bernice Frith as Secretary Treasurer of the Lakeview Cemetery Board. George Frith abstained. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by G. Kent to pay the Michigan Department of Transportation $23,340.00 deposit on the Francis Street Bridge project. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by B. Harvey, supported by D. Chaffee in accordance with Public Act 179 - Tax Collections. The Village of Nashville will collect delinquent taxes until February 28, 1986. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by B. Harvey to place the delinquent water and sewer bills and delinquent sewer stub fees on the 1985 Tax rolls. All Ayes. Motion Carried. Motion by D. Chaffee, supported by C. Tobias to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President June 27, 1985 SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk Tips for safe home generator use Because of the increasing use of home generators, Consumers Power Company has printed a brochure called “Backfeed the Hidden Killer.” The title refers to the potential danger that home generators present to utility employees when generators are not properly discon­ nected from the utility’s power system. The company has begun distributing the brochure to fire departments throughout lower Michigan. Home generators, according to the brochure, can be safely operated by ob­ serving the following six steps: 1. If your system is equipped with a transfer switch, turn it to the OFF position. If not, OPEN main disconnects in the breaker panel. 2. Turn off all applicances. 3. Plug generator into a designated generator outlet or an electrical outlet of adequate capacity. 4. Start generator. 5. Turn transfer switch to GENERATOR or down position on the manual transfer swith. 6. Now turn on selected lights or appliances. Utility employees making repairs on the same electric Phone 945-9554 for ACTION ADS circuit could be in danger of electrocution if a home generator is not properly disconnected from the utility system. Home generators, which emit carbon monoxide, should be always operated in an area that has proper ventilation, or outdoors. 10th Anniversary Sale All sale merchandise is specially marked for our Anniversary Sale. Stop in and check out our sale prices! SM^iTL - t-ce special Fabric - s2" KfV $ 00 Trim Dv * 1. yd Register for our FREE DRAWING to be held Wednesday, July 31, 1985 218 E. State Street in Hastings Phone...945-9673 | ■ ✓* OPEN Mon-Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 pm EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILUNG and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumnsl^ GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <S THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 2. 1985 Page 11 Check your fields for nutrient problems now ;W S WSS SS k% „„ % SN^ SN^' •w5Z’?!"**sw^r»TSrff » w»S *S * * !S “What better time of the year than now is there to look at your crops and see how they are growing?” asks Roger Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent. You may find plants that have nutrient deficiency symp­ toms such as yellowing, purpling, stripping, stunting chlorosis and general un­ thriftiness. If you can see visual symptoms, you can be assured of yield reduction due to the problem. It is an excellent idea to take soil samples in problem areas and compare to samples where plant growth is more optimum. Acid areas may show up where a composite soil sample of the entire field may not show the problem. Many plant stresses such as soil compaction, drainage, drought, insect, herbicide damage, and air pollution can express themselves in similar ways as nutrient deficiencies and should be taken into account when evaluating a problem. Discussed below are some of the more common nutrient deficiency symptoms. A 4 " ” t * misewiit '»JntsjprttyClilii B^aandgUg MtGEhj- E iSWt s ION-ADS WANTED: Hair Stylist for 1 or 2 days a week, only those with established cliental need apply. Deadline July 15. 852-0940. (7-9). FOR SALE: Campertop; 150 gal. gas tank; Electrolux sweeper; 8 hp Massey Ferguson lawn tractor with snow blade. 852-0710. Nash­ ville MIKE’S HAULING SER­ VICE: Weekly pick up or by appointment. We take everything (517) 726-0272 Y^rmontville (7-23). Nitrogen - In corn, nitrogen deficiency appears as yellowing that starts at the tip and moves along the middle of the leaf. Growth will be slow with light color. Premature maturity and poor pollination are symp­ toms of nitrogen deficiency. Phosphorus - Phosphorus is generally associated with a reddish purpling of leaves, especially in young plants. Slow growth and dwarfed plants which have small leaves are other symptoms. Poor seed set has been associated with phosphorus deficiency. Potassium Potash deficiency appears as a faring or drying along the tips and edges of the lower leaves. Slow growth, lodging and poor seed quality are associated with potassium deficiency. In legumes it appears as white spots on the outer edges of the upper leaflets. Magnesium - In corn, magnesium deficiency symptoms first appear as interveinal chlorosis in the older leaves. Symptoms often appear early in the season in cold wet soils and may disapper as the soil warms up and dries. Severe deficiency may cause stunting. In oats and wheat, the older leaves show a distrinctive “chainlike” yellow streaking. In potatoes, the loss of green color begins at the tips and margins of the older leaves and progresses between the veins toward the center of the leaflets. The leaves become brown and very brittle during the advanced stages of the deficiency. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS tjertw ftlKI I*?®® . i ib «an< * torn J July 1 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 1 - 4-H Picture Taking at Fair Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 5-6 - Hillsdale County Steer and Heifer Show, Hillsdale. July 10 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. July 13 - 4-H Non-Livestock Judging 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fairgrounds, Hastings. July 13 - MSU Cattle Forage Field Day, Lake City Ex­ periment Station. July 14-20 - Barry County Free Fair, fairgrounds, Hastings. July 19 - 4-H Youth Day, Boblo Island/ July 20-26 - Great Lakes Resources Camp, Beaver Island. July 23 - 4-H Animal Science Week, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 23-25 - Ag Expo, Michigan State University, East Lansing. July 27-August 2 - 4-H Coast-the-Coast Bicycle Tour. Other responsive crops in lower nodes. Michigan are tomatoes, Onions and potatoes are celery, cauliflower, musk­ also susceptible to zinc melons, peas and rye. deficiency. Manganese - Most crops Sulfur Sulfur deficient deficient in manganese are plants generally have a light yellowish to olive-green in green color which resembles color. Potatoes show nitrogen deficiency. The reduced leaf size. Grain most likely crops to show a crops have a soft limber sulfur deficiency are those growth which often appears grown in the sandy, low diseased. In oats, this may organic matter soils in be described as “gray northern Michigan. specks.” Wheat and barley Legumes, especially those often show colorless spot$. like alfalfa with a high sulfur Corn plants do not show a requirement, will normally marked symptom but, when be the first crop to respond to compared with a normal sulfur fertilization. Field leaf, the deficient leaf is beans not adequately fer­ lighter green-colored and tilized with nitrogen have has parallel, yellowish been shown to respond to strips. sulfur fertilizer. Corn, small Manganese deficient grains and other grasses are plants, such as soybeans, less likely to show sulfur beans, sugar beets, celery, deficiency. cucumbers and cabbage, Boron - Boron deficiency in show marked yellowing crops causes a breakdown of between the leaf veins; the the growing tip tissue or a veins themselves remain shortening of the terminal dark green. This pattern is growth. This may appear as similar to iron deficiency but a rosetting of the plant. is more general over the Boron deficiency and plant. Iron deficiency is most leafhopper damage in alfalfa pronounced on new growth. are often confused. Boron In sugar beets and potatoes, deficiency shows up as a chlorosis begins in the yellowish to reddish-yellow younger leaves. Later, gray discoloration of the upper and black freckling may leaves, short nodes and few develop along the veins. flowers. Growing tips of Manganese deficiency is alfalfa may die, with sometimes confused with regrowth coming after a new nitrogen deficiency. To shoot is initiated at a lower separate the two, make a axil. Leafhopper damage nitrogen tissue test. shows up as a V-shaped Manganese deficient plants yellowing of the affected usually test higher than leaves and may appear on normal in nitraite-nitrogen. any or all parts of the plant; Zinc - Bean plants the growing tip is usually deficient in zinc first become normal and the plant may light green. When the support abundant flowers. Often, when the soil is dry deficiency is severe, the area and plant growth is retarded, between the veins of the leaves becomes pale green both boron deficiency and leafhopper injury occur in and then yellow near the tips the same field. and outer edges. In early In sugar beets, the first stages of deficiency, the symptoms are white, netted leaves are deformed, dwarfed and crumpled. In chapping of upper blade surface or wilting of tops. later stages, they look like they have been killed by Sun Later, if the deficiency scald. On zinc deficient becomes severe, transverse plants, the terminal (crosswise) cracking of blossoms set pods which petioloes, death of the drop off, delaying maturity. growing point, and heart rot Zinc deficiency in corn of the root develop. appears as a yellow strip­ Acute deficiency in corn ping to the leaves. Areas of the leaf near the stalk may develop a general white-toyellow discoloration. In severe deficiency, the plants have shortened internodes and the lower leaves show a red streak about one-third of the way from the leaf margin. Plants growing in dark sandy or organic soils usually show brown or purple nodal tissues when the stalk is split. This is particularly noticeable in the appears on the newly-formed leaves as elongated, watery Or transparent stripes; later, the leaves become white and die. Growing points also die and, in severe cases, sterility is common. If ears develop, they may show corky brown bands at the base of the kernels. Beets, turnips, rutabagas, cauliflower and celery are all susceptable to boron deficiency. report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative TAX REFORM PACKAGE PASSES HOUSE The Michigan House has approved a tax reform package that calls for a rollback of the state income tax to 4.6 percent, beginning May 15, 1986. Also included in the package is an increase in the personal exemption from the current $1,500 to $1,700. An attempt to roll back the tax rate on January 1, 1986 was defeated. WORKER’S COMPENSATION BILL APPROVED Legislation aimed at streamlining the state’s worker’s compensation disability claim process has been approved by the House. Administrative changed are needed because an 8,000 case backlog exists under the current awards sysem. SEAT BELT LAW IN EFFECT - Michigan’s new man­ datory seat belt law went into effect on Monday, July 1,1985. A $10 fine, which rises to $25 on January 1, 1986, will be levied against violators, only after the vehicle has been stopped for some other traffic violation. No penalty points will be given for failure to comply with the new law. Over 300 lives could be saved during the first year the new law is in effect. Several states are adopting mandatory seat belt laws to help forestall federal plans to require the installation of air bags in all foreign and domestic cars sold in the U.S. beginning with the 1990 model year. If enough states com­ prising two-thirds of the country’s population adopt similar mandatory seat belt laws, that federal mandate will be repealed. CAPITAL GAINS TAX EXEMPTION FOR FARMERS An amendment to exempt farmers from a proposed 150 percent increase in the state’s capital gains tax has been approved by the House and sent to the Senate. The exemp­ tion covers the sale by a farmer of any property, livestock or other farm items. OPERATION C.A.R.E. MOBILIZES FOR A SAFE FOURTH OF JULY - The Michigan Department of State Police, county and local law enforcement agencies and civilian volunteers will be out in force beginning July 3 through the long holiday weekend. The project is called C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort). You will see more troopers on highways and in helicopters, and most major rest areas will provide free coffee to motorist. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend! PETERSEN’S RAPID OIL & TIRE 204 SOUTH MAIN ST. in NASHVILLE ~ ~ ~ OPENING TIRE SPECIAL _ — Steel-Belted Blackwall — Ail Season RADIALS $O£?00 P195-75R14 Tire $O000 Rotation 5 Qts. Oil, $4 ^43 Lube & Filter Call and get your BEST PRICE on GOODYEAR TIRES Change Your Oil Before Your Trip RAPID OIL & TIRE 204 South Main, Nashville, Michigan KIRT PETERSEN, Owner CALL... 852-1948 185-80R13 195-75R14 205-75R14 215-75R14 205-75R15 215-75R15 225-75R15 235-75R15 OO *40.50 *41.95 *44.95 *47.50 *46.50 *47.50 *48.50 *50.50 OPEN Monday thru Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ...for OIL & TIRES VIDEO SHOWCASE HOURS: Monday thro Thursday 1:30-8 p.m.; Friday 1 Saturday 8:30-9 p.m.; Closed Sun. — MANY NEW TAPES — Satin Enamel *1650gal. Latex House Paint »14"|sL Sash & Trim *1200gal. Oil House Paint *1495gal. Porch & Floor Enamel *ll°°gal. Prep Paint Primer *1350gal. —1,500 COLORS — �The Mople Volley News. Noshville. Tuesdoy. July 2 1985 - Poge 12 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Fourth of July - Thursday Saturday July 13 Gresham Ice Cream Social to begin at 5 p.m. Sunday July 21 - Methodist worship service and picnic at the Peabody cottage on Duck Lake. Friday, July 26, annual Sunshine Party at the Congregational Church 2-5 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, August 9-10, Vermontville Community Yard Sale. Leave your address, and list of articles to be sold at Pat’s Sugar Hut and it will be published by Chamber of Commerce. Last Tuesday our town was invaded by over 1,000 Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg ’3595 w/built in regulator... w/exchg. ’45" Most Starters.... Starters w/exchg ’35" w/solnoid..................... w/exchg$42’ Water Pumps...... w/exchg 92995 instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Many from here enjoyed bicyclists, PALM meaning “Pedaling Across Lower the homemade ice cream, Michigan”. It was to be a 10 strawberry short cakes etc. day trip from Holland to at Bismark Saturday night Lake Erie. The Gresham and Perfect ice cream weather. Everyone reported a great Vermontville Youth Fellowship served cool time on the New foundland drinks, cookies etc. on the three week tour with Firster Methodist Church lawn tours. It was cool but sunny in Nova Scotia and NFLD. netting $150. The village has donated 2 Everyone but four ladies ate picnic tables for the park delicious cod fish tongues. which are put to good use They are very expensive. The fiddleheads were gone. this pleasant weather. Mr. Russell booker They are a special fern about returned home Saturday 4 inches high cooked like after a few days in Pennock aspargus. The wind had blown the icebergs out to Hospital. Eleven members of the sea. They saw only one. The original V.H.S. Class of 1939 Whales were farther South. held a reunion in the park on Four Moose wandered out Sunday, although the actual along the road. A group of 48 from Fowler attendance was 23 including three former teachers. Mrs. joined Mrs. Firster Wed­ Iva Reed, Mrs. Thelma nesday. They had lunch at Lambaud Mrs. Greta Fir- Essen Haus in Middlebury ster, Mr. and Mrs. then spent the afternoon at (Rosemary Brewer) Paul the flea market in Ship­ Housler from San Diego, shewana. Greta Firster had eye California came from the farthest to attend. In 1939 surgery Thursday in Lansing but is doing very well. there were 32 in the class. A group of Tri-County Mrs. Hermina Southern accompanied Mrs. Ardith Seniors left Monday for Briggs and Mrs. Elizabeth Alaska. They are traveling Southern of Ionia to a 6 p.m. by Indian Trails with Jeff wedding Saturday at the Faller and Greta Firster. Charlotte Congregational Church uniting Miss Lori It’s a Girl Southern and Mr. Raymond Leslie Ann born June 12, Azeltine in marriage. The reception was held at the 1985 to John and Jill Joseph at Sparrow Hospital, LanAmerican Legion. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Seitz, sing. Time: 5:23 a.m. Mrs. Sarah Ames and Mrs. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. Grandparent: Mr. and Kate Snider attended the flea market at Shipshewana Ind. Mrs. Don Joseph and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Wyant. on Wednesday. Great Grandparents: Mr. Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Keith Seitz and Mrs. Kate Snider and Mrs. Otto Dahm and attended the 89th birthday Mrs. Elizabeth Jewell. dinner for Mrs. Helen Purchis in Lansing at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eaton Medical to sponsor Frederick Walsh. drawing to buy awnings Lake Odessa Fair JULY 3 thru JULY 7, 1985 WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 9:30 a.m. Youth Tractor Driving - Parking Lot . 1:00 p.m. Goat Show - Livestock Barn Area 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 5: 00-10:00 6: 00 p.m. Dog Obedience Show - Horse Arena Harness Racing Midway Opens p.m. Midway Madness (5 Hrs. of Rides for $4.00) Lightweight Horse Racing THURSDAY, JULY 4 10:00 a.m. Midway Opens (Cash in Coupons Today) 10: 00 a.m. Grand Parade to Fairgrounds (Ernie Cusack - Grand Marshal) 11: 30 a.m. Bike Races - Horse Arena 1:00 p.m. Harness Racing 3: 00-5:00 p.m. Grand Marshal Reception (Central Methodist Church) 5: 00 p.m. Three-Wheeler Racing 7: 30 p.m. Figure Eight Demo Derby 10:30 p.m. Fireworks (Approx,) The Eaton County Medical Care Facility in Charlotte is the temporary or permanent home of 100 people who are in need of skilled nursing care. The ECMCF is sponsoring a summer raffle to raise money to place vinyl awnings on the windows of the two resident dining rooms, These will help keep the dining rooms cooler and prevent glare off the table tops while at the same time allowing a view of the out­ doors. Tickets are on sale now at $1 each or six tickets for $5. The drawing will be held on Thursday, Aug. 22; First prize is a Fiberglass picnic table, second prize is' a gas grill, and third prize is a tenspeed bicycle. Just drop by the facility at 530 W. Beech St., Charlotte, or call 543­ 2940 Engagements Appelman-Simon Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Appelman, of Nashville, are pleased to announce the engagment of their daughter, Carol, to Dale Simon. Dale is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Simon of Pewamo, MI. The bride-to-be is a 1983 graduate of Argubright Business College and is currently employed with Eaton County. The prospective groom is a 1977 graduate of Michigan State University and is employed with General Motors. A Sept. ep. 7,1985 wedding has been set. Local team attends basketball camp at Grand Valley College Maple Valley High School’s basketball team has attended the Basketball Team Camp at Grand Valley State College June 26-29. The purpose of the camp is to build team skills, build team unity, to experiment with and face different styles ofplay, and to aid individual improvement. There will also be mini-clinics, films and instructional video­ tapes. The camp is directed by Tom Villemure, head basketball coach at Grand Valley State College. Villemure has 24 years of coaching experience behind him and a record of 381-168. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, July 3-7:30 p.m. 4-H Sheep Judging Clinic, Duane Tirrell’s, 700 Tirrell Rd., Charlotte. Saturday, July 6 - Shooting Sports - CANCELLED CAN­ CELLED CANCELLED Tuesday, July 9-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate Sch., Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wednesday, July 10 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Hog Judging Clirflc, Buddy Day’s, 2225 Osborn, Olivet. Thursday, July 11 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Saturday, July 13-9 a.m. Fair Clean-Up Day, Fairgrounds. Monday, July 15 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. Fairboard Meeting, Fair Office, Fairgrounds. Thursday, July 18- 7:30 p.m. 4-H Fair Superintendents and Clerks Meeting, Commercial Building, Fairgrounds. Friday, July 19 - 4-H Day at Boblo Island July 19-20 - 4-H Entomology Workshop, Kellogg Biological Station Saturday, July 20 - 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Judging of all non­ livestock 4-H projects except foods, flowers, crops, vegetables, demonstrations, public speaking, teen leadership and performing arts. Commercial Building, Fairgrounds July 20-28 - Eaton County 4-H Fair, Fairgrounds July 23-25 Ag Expo - Ag Expo ‘85, MSU Wednesday, July 24 - 4-H Horticulture Contest, MSU Friday, July 26 - Homemaker’s Day at The Fair, 1 p.m., Fairgrounds Saturday, July 27 - State 4-H Dog Show, MSU July 27-Aug. 2 - 1985 Coast-The-Coast Bike Tour, Southwest Michigan FRIDAY, JULY 5 Dairy Judging - Livestock Barn Area Horse Show - Horse Arena Harness Racing Midway Opens Livestock Judging - Beef, Sheep & Swine - Livestock Barn Area President's Day Tour (In Honor of 1985 Ml Fairs & Expositions President FRED MORRIS) 6: 00 p.m. Lightweight Horse Racing 9: 00 12: 00 1:00 1:00 1: 00 2: 00 a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 6 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 4: 00 p.m. 5: 30 p.m. 7: 00 p.m. All Breed Draft Horse Show Harness Racing Midway Opens Youth Clown Contest Ox-Roast - Fire Department Lightweight Horse Pull PRE4th of July Special Over 150 VHS Titles to Choose From Songwriter, Tron, Cotton Club Johnny Dangerously, Dune and Nightmare on Elm Street SUNDAY, JULY 7 1:00-6:00 p.m. Midway Madness (5 Hrs. of Rides for *4.00) 1:00 p.m. Harness Racing 1:00 p.m. Midway Opens 1:00-6:00 p.m. Midway Madness (5 Hrs. of Rides for *4.00) 1:30 p.m. Children’s Games - Show Barn 3: 00 p.m. Ladies' Day - Bleache rs Near Youth Bldg. (featuring Miss Michigan) 7:30 p.m. Demolition Derby 10: 30 p.m. Fireworks (Approx.) AAOVIFS " f ~ % Price AH Wednesday Rentals Back by Noon Friday — CLOSED THURSDAY, JULY 4 — Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204'S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 Open: Mon-Thurs. 8:30-8 pm, Fri. & Sat. 8:30-9 pm; Closed Sunday �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 2. 1985 — Page 13 4-H entomology leader training rescheduled Entomology, or the study of insects, involves more than just chasing butterflies through a field, or putting lightning bugs into a jar. It involves continued learning and interaction with others in the field. Learning and interaction will be the aims of the “4-H Entomology Leader Training Workshop” that will take place on July 19-20 at Michigan State Univer­ sity’s Kellogg Biological Station, near Hickory Corners. The workshop is designed to assist persons who are currently (or who have an interest in becoming) 4-H Entomology leaders. Volunteers, fair superin­ tendents, judges, teen and adult leaders are also en­ couraged to attend the in­ formative two-day program. Michigan State Univer­ sity’s Cooperative Extension Service and Kellogg Biological Station staff will introduce such topics as fair exhibits and judging, MSU Entomology research, insect traps, identification hints, habitat study and discussion, and much more. There will also be ample opportunity for recreation and personal collecting. More donations received for Putnam Library Building Fund The latest contribution to Putnam Public Library’s building fund is from Nelson Brumm who has donated his compensation for hours worked at the Nashville Maple Syrup Association. Contributions to the Memorial Building Fund this week are in memory of Lillian Donaldson by Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Day and in memory of Mary Townsend by Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Day. Friends of the Library begin story hour sessions July 9 Anyone interested in the workshop should contact the Kellogg Biological Station for reservation information. Registration for the event is due by July 12. For further details, call the station at (616) 671-2412. O l ddli Open class deadline is set for July 10 You don’t have much time left! The deadline is July 10th and that’s only eight days away! It is time to enter your wares into the Open Class competition at the Eaton County 4-H Fair held this year July 22-27. Anyone can enter the Open Class division but you must sign up at the fair office at the fairgrounds by July 10th. The fair office is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed during lunch hour. Their telephone number is 543-4510. Be a part of the Eaton County fair this year. Who knows, you may be a blue ribbon winner. Castleton millage, cont. on video disks, hear stories an ambulance service,” read by Schaub, and play Hoffman said. The money is games. The children will needed to keep the education also learn about proper up to date for the volunteers, application of clown make­ to buy equipment and to keep up and will hear a the building and ambulance professional clown speak. maintained. Beginning this Saturday, July 6, and continuing through the Saturdays in July, “We are trying to keep an On the last week of story members of the local historical society will be in the museum from 2 to 4 p p.m. hour, July 30, the children adequate ambulance ser­ It is hoped that many local residents who find themselves too involved at festival will have an outdoor picnic vice,”- Hoffman said. “If we at the library. don’t have the millage to time to visit will appreciate this opportunity to become better acquainted with the Schaub said the story hour support the service, we will many artifacts on display in this historic building. serves as a way to keep the just have to run until we children busy during the can’t anymore.” In such a case, the only Altzheimer’s Disease summer and gives them Barry Peace Circle Chicken Bar-be-que set something fun to do. alternative for emergency Barry County Peace Circle Martin United Methodist care would most likely come in service group July 9 If anyone in the Barry will meet this month on July Church Chicken Bar-B-Q from private ambulance 11th at 8 p.m. at Grace Saturday, July 6th,’ 5-7:30 services such as The County area is interested in Hastings Ambulance Ser­ learning more about Alt- Lutheran Church. Jim p.m., >4 chicken $4, Vt vice. Private services, ac­ zheimer’s Disease there will Phillips of the Institute of chicken $3. Take out cording to Hoffman are not be an inservice July 9 at 7 Global Education will speak. available. (7-2). as desirable as a local p.m. in the conference room, ambulance, because the below the t Physician’s N.J., with the 438th private services are more Center. Mark L. Case expensive to the patient and Mark L. Case, son of Irene Organizational Maintenance have longer response times L. Herr of 7100 Keyes Road, Squardron. because they would have to His wife, Debra, is the travel rave a much farther Bellevue, has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the granddaughter ofJune Lloyd distance. Give our want-ad department a call, turn unwanted “Hopefully, the people will rank of technical sergeant. of 816 14 Main St., Ada, Ohio. Case is a task oriented He is a 1977 graduate of get out there and vote and items into cash! Clean out your garage or basement. training supervisor at Union City High School, Ml. pass the millage proposal, as You'll get action with a want-ad. McGuire Air Force Base, small as it is, and keep the local, volunteer service ----- 0going. CALL... TODAY Raymond A. Ashcraft monitoring systems, and Airman Raymond A. Ash­ earned credits toward an craft, son of Raymond J. associate degree in applied Ashcraft of 1572 S. Clark science through the Com­ Road, > Nashville, has munity College of the Air graduated from the U.S. Air Force. Force morse systems Ashcraft is scheduled to operator course at Kessler serve with the 6917th Air Force Base, Miss. Electronic Security Group in Graduates of the 21-week Italy. course studied international He is a 1984 graduate of morse code, the operation of Maple Valley High School, electronic communications Vermontville, MI. The Nashville Friends of the Library will be holding its annual story hour for children aged four through the fourth grade at the Putnam Public Library every Tuesday in July starting on the ninth. Children under four must be accompanied by a parent. This year’s theme is Clowns, according to F.O.L Chairperson Sandy Schaub. During story hour, to last from 10 a.m to 11:30 a.m., the children will see movies *lb Iflfctefa tssi hD-lEfetejDijta M-ilfitatiFatatite! fajni liEfiilfc&fffi® B-tfiDiyiiBoklulstai n'Esri^^-^toi ** ifiyjjjn fiyjjjn Vermontville Museum opening in July— Serving Our Country When you need results... 945-9554 Old-Fashioned FAMILY ORIENTED 4th of July Thursday, July 4, 1985 — NOON to 5 P.M. — COBB WO Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. 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Hastings, Michigan 49058 VILLAGE & MUSEUM (616) 945 3775 - To Bettie Creek 1b Kslannzoo �The Maple Volley News Nashville. Tuesday. July 2. 1985 Page 14 Cattle-Forage Field Day, Cattlemen’s Round-up at MSU by Roger A. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent A cattle-Forage Field Day is scheduled for Saturday, July 13, at Michigan State University's Lake City Experiment Station. The program will be ofinterest to dairymen, beef producers and forage producers. The morning program will start at 10 a.m. with a tour of on-going research at the station. Included will be exhibits of barley variety trials, methods of storing large hay bales, alfalfa variety trials, least-cost pasture improvement with frost seedings, low cost fencing systems for con­ trolled grazing, no-til) alfalfa and corn demonstrations, and the results of a long­ term selection and crossbreeding project with beef cattle. Following the tour, a noon lunch will be served on the station by the Missaukee County 4-H Council. The afternoon program will feature demonstrations on preservation of silage in large plastic bags, new developments in making hay, checking bulls for total breeding soundness, and management systems for grazing yearling heifers. There will also be exhibits on controlling respiratory disease problems, new pharmaceutical products, fencing systems using hightensile wire, computer systems for farm use, performance testing of beef cattle, artificial in­ semination, and equipment and machinery exhibits. Lake City is located 68 miles southwest of Gaylord, where the Michigan Cat­ tlemen’s Association will hold their Annual Summer Round-Up at the Hidden Valley Resort on July 11 and 12, just prior to the Field Day. Beef cattle producrs are urged to attend both events. The Summer Round-Up program will begin at 1:30 p.m., July 11, with a talk on “cattle feeding strategies for a mature beef industry” by Dr. Don Gill, well-known beef specialist from Oklahoma State University. He will be followed by Dr. Steven Rust, MSU beef specialist, who will present an up-date on current beef cattle research. The Round-Up program will reconvene at 9 a.m. on July 12, with a producer panel on “management programs that work for me. ” Next, Dr. Don Hitzemann, DVM, will speak on “cost­ effective management practices for beef producers.” Dr. Don Gill will then talk on “management of stressed feeder cattle.” The Round-Up will con­ clude at 1:30 p.m. with a special program, “What’s Happening to Beef Prices and Demand?” It will be moderated by Richard Lehnert, editor of the Michigan Farmer, and will feature Dr. J.N. Ferris, Agricultual Economist, MSU; Orie VanderBoon, Ada Ag Expo ’85 is state's largest show by Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director More than 400 commercial farm exhibits and 16 acres of field demonstrations highlight Ag Expo ’85, the largest farm equipment show of its type in Michigan. The event, July 23-25 at Michigan State University, is expected to attract more than 50,000 people. A variety of tours and educational exhibits will round out the program. Visitors will be able to see just about every type of equipment needed for ef­ ficient farm production. “I’d be very surprised if a farmer went away from Expo without at least one new idea that would benefit the farm,” says Bill Bickert, MSU Extension agricultural engineer and Ag Expo chairperson. “I don’t know of another place in the state where farmers can see as varied and as broad a collection of the latest in farm equipment and technology as they can at Ag Expo.” The 35 acres of machinery displays will represent almost every mechanized area in the typical farm operation. Examples include irrigation systems; field machinery; dairy equipment and supplies; livestock handling equipment, grain harvesting, handling and storage systems; crop sprayers, farm buidlings; and seed and fertilizer supplies and services. A wide variety of university educational exhibits are being planned for Ag Expo. Most of these Local 4-Hers honored in state awards program on June 20 by Nancy D. Thelen, Ex­ tension 4-H Youth Agent Several Eaton County 4H’ers were honored for their outstanding achievements at the 1985 Michigan 4-H Awards Program held June 20 at Michigan State University. They were among 238 district winners selected to represent the more than 197,000 4-H participants from throughout the State of Michigan. Each 4-H’er was selected on the basis of his or her accomplishment in project work, leadership and community service. The district winners from Eaton County were Troy Thompson from Ver­ montville in the beef project area; Doug Pennington of Charlotte in the dairy area; Lynn Haigh, Bellevue in safety; Scott Gilding, Charlotte, in the rabbit project area; Rhonda Mott of Olivet in the agriculture area; and Sheri Day of Olivet in the swine project area. 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Additional details on the Summer Round-Up may be obtained by contacting the Michigan Cattelmen’s Association, P.O. Box 746, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. All Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club members and interested persons are in­ vited to attend a meeting on Tuesday, July 2, at 7 p.m. at Kardel Hall on the Charlotte fairgrounds. A presentation on “sponsoring a rodeo” will be given by Brenda Dingman, a former Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club member, who is now active in the South Dakota State University Rodeo Club. During the meeting there will also be an opportunity to ask questions about the 4-H rodeo at the Eaton County. Fair. ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. years REPAIR: experience, 21 very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads as a finalist for the Bob Evans Quarter Horse award. Scott Gilding and Troy Thompson were selected as first alternates in their respective project areas. Congratulations to all of these Eaton County 4-H members. will answer questions on crop insect, weed and disease control, soil testing and erosion prevention, computerized farm record keeping, livestock health management and other farm-related topics. Daily field demonstrations, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., will focus on land improvement techniques, including computerized land surveying systems, title and subirrigation installation, and pond building. Other activities include selected tours of MSU teaching and research units related to farming. Free buses will carry visitors from the Ag Expo site to the field demonstrations and tours. Ag Expo is free and open to the public. Visitors will find plenty of free parking at the main Expo site, on the corner of Mt. Hope and Farm Lane. Details of Ag Expo may be obtained from the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office. Try Brunch For Relaxed Weekend Dining Not quite breakfast, not quite lunch, brunch provides the per­ fect excuse to savor a lazy weekend morning. Keep the menu simple, opting for a tasty casserole that’s easy on the cook and easy on the budget. Grits, a southern favorite, receives rave reviews from northern­ ers in Three Cheese Grits Casserole. This satisfying brunch dish is a savory mixture of grits, Swiss, Cheddar and parmesan cheeses subtly flavored with garlic. Streamline its preparation with quick grits; they cook in just minutes. Serve Three Cheese Grits Casserole with a breakfast meat and an assortment of homemade breads. Most coffeecakes and muf­ fins freeze well, making it easy to keep a supply on hand. Fresh fruit makes for a colorful and refreshing eye-opener or finale, and strawberries are at their peak of quality and lowest price. For fun, serve with yogurt and brown sugar for dipping. THREE CHEESE GRITS CASSEROLE 2 cups water 14 cup (2 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese 14 cup Quaker or Aunt Jemima 14 cup grated parmesan cheese Enriched White Hominy 1 egg, beaten Quick Grits 2 tablespoons margarine 14 teaspoon salt 1 small clove garlic, minced J4 cup (2 oz.) shredded Swiss 14 teaspoon Worcestershire cheese sauce Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 1-qt. casserole. Bring water to a boil, stir in grits and salt.- Return to a boil; reduce heat. Cook, uncovered,, 2 to 3 minutes or until thickened,,g stirring occasionally. y. Stir in remaining g gingredients; continue cooking g over low heat until cheese is melted. Pour into prepared casserole. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. 4 SERVINGS. Approximate cost per serving: 340. NOTE: Substitute % cup p enriched white hominy y regular g g, grits, iif desired. Increase water to 2% cups. Cook, covered, 15 to 20 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.. Proceed as recipe directs. 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COUPON EX- Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-07-16.pdf 78c9a17e701cdf797eff19f6ab869f60 PDF Text Text First Sandyland 'Rodeo ropes in good crowd— Skip Harrison of Middletown, Ohio took the lead inthe saddle bronc event at Friday's rodeo with this ride. The first ever rodeo to be held at Sandyland Park in Nashville drew a crowd of nearly 5,000 people during Deputies investigate larceny from Nashville party store by Susan Owens The Barry County Sheriff’s Department is currently investigating the larceny of a large quanity of liquor and cigarettes from Big George’s Party Store, located at 637 S. Main. Deputies said owner George Williams reported his store had been broken into between 1 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. on June 29.e was opening the store for business. Williams told deputies that he first noticed a large piece of drywall on the floor of the game room when opening the store for business at 8:30 a.m. Upon investigation, he discovered that his store had been forcibly entered and several items had been taken. Deputies said the per­ petrators gained entry by climbing the rafters at the front of the store, allowing them to wander above the store undetected. Once over the game room, they broke a hole in the plasterboard ceiling and dropped inside. Deputies have several suspects in the case. Todd Buger gets ready to bite the dust, the three day event. racing and featured 180 top The Flying W Rodeo cowboys and cowgirls from resident and owner of the Flying W Rodeo Company, Company included com­ 19 states. brought a large number of petition of calf roping, bull Sanctioned by Mid-States riding, goat tying, saddle Rodeo Association, the rodeo bulls and horses for the event, and set up portable bronc riding, bareback offered $6,500 in prize money bleachers capable of holding ridings team roping, steer in the eight events. 2,000 people. wrestling and ladies’ barrel Mike Walden, a Michigan More photos on page 8— Voters approve restoration of extra classes Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is aimed at improving the Mmmm! What a tough job Their discriminating taste buds were tested to their fullesfwhen Freeport and Nashville's village presidents Charlie Blough (left) and John Hughes served as judges for the pie baking contest held as part of Charlton Park's Fourth of July celebration. Apparently Hughes has grown to enjoy or at least recognize the taste of his wife's pies — Ruth ended up tied for first with a black raspberry pie, along with a cherry pie entered by Kevin Ganguillet of Hastings. John really didn't know that it was Ruth's pie. public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. The majority of voters approve restoring eight out of the nine programs and services listed, if tax monies were available. Only restoration of full-funding for other extra curricular activities, such as clubs, field trips, etc., failed to gain majority support, Staff members and students support would the restoration of all nine programs listed. Of all respondents, 75 percent favor the restoration of the high school counseling services, including 80 per­ ' cent of the public school parents and 72 percent of the non-parents. A majority of the staff, including 95 percent of the instructional staff and 72 percent of the noninstructional staff also favor the restoration of the high schopl counseling services. Eighty percent of the students also favor rein­ stating the services. Concerning whether or not the music program should be put back into the elementary schools, 74 percent of all the respondents favor the idea, as do 95 percent of the in­ structional staff and 57 percent of the students. Regarding the physical education classes in the elementary schools, 70 percent of respondents favor a restoration, as do 97 per­ cent of the instructional staff. Seventy percent of respondents favor restoration of art in the elementary schools as do 85 percent of the staff. Sixty­ eight percent of all respondents would like to see a school nurse back in the schools, while 33 percent of the public school parents oppose it. Of the instructional staff questioned, 93 percent favor having a school nurse Continued on page 9 Robbins Band will be featured at Sandyland this Sunday Country western singer Ronny Robbins, son of the legendary Marty Robbins, will be displaying his talents in a pair of outdoor concerts Sunday afternoon, July 14, at Sandyland Park on the edge of the village of Nashville. Young Robbins, upcoming country western star, shares the entertainment spotlight with famous Marty Robbins’ band in two concerts starting at 2 and 6 p.m. The combined theater-camp site facility on M-79, one mile west of Nash­ ville, is able to accommodate 6,000 for each show. As a youngster Ronny grew up in music. He studied his father’s song presen­ tations at concerts and recording sessions in Nash­ ville. “Dad was the best in the business and he was a great teacher for me,” stated Ronny as he recalled his early days. As a teen-ager Ronny made his debut in rock and roll music with his own small combo around Nashville, Tenn. The experience didn’t lastlong as Ronny didn’t like the style. It was on Sep. 8, 1968 that Ronny made his first stage appearance with his father. The event was a Monday night concert at Macon, Georgia. For his work, Ronny was given a.$39.33 pay check, but he loved the format and joined his dad on a seven-months tour. The tour was cut short when the Army called Ronny for three years of duty. After that he followed the night club circuit as a solo act for 13 years where he gained much needed experience. When Marty Robbins died Dec. 8 1982, Ronny took over the Marty Robbins’ band leadership and took to the road to continue the “Marty Robbins Sound” which had been popular with country western fans for nearly 25 years. The July 14 Sandyland Park concerts will feature a number of Marty Robbins’ song hits including, “My Woman, My Woman, My Wife” and “El Paso”. Ronny, voted the “Star of Tomorrow” by Music City News, will also feature a number of songs he recorded for Columbia Records. Advance tickets for the concerts are $9 and $10.50 at the gate. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 9, 1985 Page 2 Maple Valley FFA plans July 20 meeting, barbecue While another school year at Maple Valley is over, agriculture and the Maple Valley FFA continues through the summer. With the help of FFA members, Citizens Elevator and Renk Seed, the land lab was planted as a test plot with two varieties. Renk Seed was very supportive to Maple Valley FFA in their donation of the seed corn. Citizens Elevator also helped out the chapter in their ef­ forts to work out the best recommendation for fer­ tilizer and herbicide needs. Scott Reid, Drew Pixley, Local women attend College Week — They came from all over the state to attend the College Week event at Michi­ gan State University. Over 40 counties were a part of the 1200 participants that attended the four day event. According to one College Week goer, "College Week has been the most enriching time in my life. Not only have I learned many new things but I have had new experiences. Getting away from home was a new experience! I've enjoyed talking to others from all over the state and sharing parts of our lives!" Those attending were Gwen Albright, Cindy Grimes, Jean Halsey, Claudia Brown, Maida Hawley, Betty Palmer from Eaton Rapids; Mary Jane Anderson, Iris Blonde, Lucille Byrd, Mary Castner, Sylvia Colles, Anna Mae Conley, Harriet Converse, June Covell, Carol Davids, Florence Donley, Mona Ellard, Harriet Estell, Linda Foster, Jan Goelz, June Hoyt, Helen Jacobs, Donna Johnson, Judy Johnson, Joan Kent, Ruth Landes, Lorena Lindahl, Nancy Morgenstern, Isabelle Smith, Marian Tirrell, Patti Wright of Charlotte; Barb Allen, Luanne Shoemaker, Jackie Carr, Glenda Steward of Sunfield; Pat Bannick, Lucille Williams of Dimondale, Frances Cates, Janice Land of Lansing, Mary Fisher, Rachel Weiler of Vermont­ ville; Nancy Ostergren of Nashville; and Joy Peake of Bellevue. Whether a person is interested in managing family conflicts, financial or time management, public speaking, micro-computers, effective parenting or learning to live alone, he or she can find classes of interest at College Week. Besides the class time there are a variety of educational workshops, tours and entertainment available. College Week is sponsored by the MSU Cooperative Extension Service Home Economics Program. Classes are taught by Extension staff, MSU faculty members and specialists from around the state. How can you be rewarded for good driving after 55? Eaton County 4-Hers can enter contest Eaton County 4-H’ers are invited to participate in the public speaking contest Aug. 31, at the Michigan State Fair in Detroit. Entries are due at the state fair office by Aug. 1. “This is a good opportunity for 4-H’ers to get additional public speaking ex­ perience,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. Participants must be high school students during the present calendar year. In addition to premiums and first-through fifth-place prize money, an award will be presented to the young man and woman who are the speakers on an agricultural subject. For more information, Card Of Thanks I would like to express my thanks to Dr. Sales, Dr. Snyder,and the.nurses on 4th floor at Metropolitian Hospital in Grand Rapids for the wonderful care that was given to me after surgery. A special thanks to Rev. Mary Curtis for her visits and comforting words, also Peace United Methodist Church for their prayers. Many thanks to my family, friends, and neighbors for their visits, cards and flowers, also thanks to the ladies of the V.F.W. Your kindness and concern has meant so very much. May God Bless each one of you. Waneta Sherman No problem. ce-you -you a. a.Good oo Driver rver Discount scoun if youre you’re aage 55 or over.8ce So instead of reducing coverage or raising auto insurance premiums when you mature—Auto-Owners rewards you with a discount! h!!w a good driver • n° Prob,em Auto-Owners agent to tell you how disco,unt”can be no problem h d di dit b bl g ffor you!! ^futo-Owner* /ruurance TkzNo PrMl/mPwpfc - Trumble Agency S17-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville George Steinbrecher, Jeff Sebastian, Jack Semrau and Doug Todd were the FFA members who supplied the equipment and the hard work necessary to fit the land lab and plant the seed. Our many thanks and ap­ preciation goes out to these people and all in the com­ munity who contribute their time and support of the Maple Valley Agriculture Program and FFA. In late June the new 85-86 FFA officers attended Leadership Camp at Lan­ sing’s Environmental Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. CO A menuand events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at Com­ mission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wed­ nesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. July 10 - Meatballs with tomato sauce, baked potato, carrots and peas, pineapple tidbits-- Hastings sing along-Delton, blood pressure clinic. July 11 - Pizzaburger, carrot coins, strawberries in jelloHastings and Nashville, Cancer Bingo--Delton, 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship ..ll a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study.......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday: A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m Sunday School 10:30 a.m PASTOR MARY CURTIS CHURCH OFTHENAZARENE CHURCH REV. THOMAS VOYLES CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road (’/i mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday y School .. 10 a.m. .. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Wednesday: P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. AWANA...... :00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. . NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................ 7 p.m. MAPLEGROVE BIBLE 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass...... 6:30 p.m Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.Wed. Service....... 7 p.m. 203 N. State, Nashville Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe society program. July 12 - Cod' almondine, mixed vegetables, tossed salad, brownie—Woodland, nutrition education program. July 15 - Cold plate with tomatoes and potato salad, strawberry shortcake— Hastings, Social SecurityNashville, Cancer SocietyHastings, Lansing Gilbert, slides. July 16 - BBQ Chicken, oven browned potatoes, wax beans, fruit mix. Don’t forget, on the 17th we will be taking a trip to Grand Rapids. Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION ADS Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH Education Center in Yankee Springs Recreation Area. The purpose of this camp is to train officers for their duties and responsibilities in their own chapters. The officers increase their leadership abilities and correspond with other FFA officers to gain valuable information to take back to their chapter. As a reminder to these new FFA officers as well as last years graduates of the Maple Valley FFA, the picnic and summer meeting is still scheduled for July 20 at 2 p.m. at Mrs. Rona Szydzik’s house. This time was set aside during the school year to thank the graduates for their involvement and support during the year and to welcome the new officers into their leadership roles. The plans are to make this summer meeting and bar­ becue a tradition at Maple Valley. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting. . 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 9, 1985 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger ISSA;; 'frhk JS JSvv?, m?, m •N& N& si 5® ft S?SSmS SS *fis x485^ ,(<4 is Mei si M « ’«k Uc» *W til* S*M ™ "’ tat.&ilii t' hW«k' K^klntii .“.** iftmiiiMEi! KM:; aMfe W fasjfyni ■S’** riKta jrsHt ix tai Coming Events: Saturday, July 13 - Ice Cream Social at Gresham beginning to serve at 5 p.m. Sunday, July 21 Methodist Church worship and picnic at the Peabody cottage at Duck Lake. Friday and Saturday, Aug. Eaton 4-Her’s invited to Teen Club Eaton County 4-H teens, age 14 and over, are invited to attend the next Teen Club meeting on Thursday, July 11, at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the 4-H Building auditorium on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Final plans will be made for the 4-H dance to be held during the fair. 4-H swine judging set for July 10 Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers interested in learning how to judge hogs are en­ couraged to attend a judging session on Wednesday, July 10, at 7:30 p.m. The session will be held at Buddy Day’s, 225 Osborn Hwy., Olivet. For more information on the 4-H livestock judging program, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Bentons to performat Sunfield church The Bentons, using sacred music and the spoken word, will be appearing at Sunfield United Methodist on Sunday July 14, at 7 p.m. In their twenty-fifth year of full-time ministry, The Bentons have recorded thirteen albums, appearing in forty-one states. They are native lowans, making Burington their home. 9-10 Vermontville Yard Sale. Leave a list of items to be sold and address at Pat’s Sugar Hut and it will be published. Vermontville Senior Citizens will NOT meet in July and August. Next meeting will be September 12. Correction from an earlier issue: — Mrs. Iva Cramer who makes her home with her son Gary and Nina Reed had a nice surprise Memorial Day. Seven great, great grandchildren, two great granddaughters, four great grandsons and three wives, her daughter Shirley, son-in-law and daughter-in­ law made 19 in all. Weekend visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict and Brenda were Bruce, Sarah and Jackie Benedict and John Thompson of Arlington Heights, Ill., Mrs. David Rishel, Derek and Erik of Delphi, Ind., and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Adams and family of Horton. All at­ tended the wedding Saturday evening of Sherri Brimmer and Gary Taylor at the Lawrence Avenue Methodist Church, oldest church in Charlotte. Others from Bismark who attended were Mr. and Mrs. Brian Benedict, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Benedict, and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Van Blarcom. The reception was held in Olivet. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Randall of Marietta, Ga. spent Wednesday with Mrs. Ava Kroger. Mrs. Ava Kroger, Mrs. Frances Olson and Mrs. Thelma Tubbs of Hastings attended the 55th Randall Reunion the 4th of July at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Randall in East Leroy. Mrs. Ava Kroger ac- companied her sister-in-law Thelma Tubbs of Hastings to Plymouth on Friday to see the new mobile home she is moving into. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson of Birmingham visited Mrs. Hermina Southern on Saturday. Mrs. Southern is still suffering from a fall she took two weeks ago. ★ * * * * * * ♦ * * * Presents WEST MICHIGAN ROXTAR LIP-SYNC COMPETITION On Stage July 26 - Aug. 4 Over $750 In cash and prizes awarded! Imitate a professional artist and be a STAR! Preliminary competition will be video-taped of winners to be sent to Dick Clark Productions, home of the nationally syndicated hit TV show, “Puttin’ on the Hits" seen on Channel 17 (Grand Rapids). Professional concert to follow finals on Aug. 4 starring "RICK SPRINGFIELD" l<3ok-a-like direct from "Puttin’ on the Hits" and "ROD STEWART" look-drlike. Call (616) 527-1310 or (616) 957-8999 for contestant information. * * * ♦ ★ ♦ * * * * ★ A Sterlingsilver Production In addition to 200 concerts a year, the Bentons conduct a seminar ministry related to family life. This is a family in ministry to families. The Bentons and pastor Chris Schroeder of the Sunfield United Methodist Church invite you to this concert and comment. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 9 - MSU Field Crops Weed Tour, 8 a.m.-l p.m. at Crop Research Center, East Lansing; 2-5 p.m. Fruit Weed Control Tour, Clarksville. July 10 - 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. July 13 - 4-H Non-Livestock Judging 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fairgrounds, Hastings. July 13 - MSU Cattle Forage Field Day, Lake City Ex­ periment Station. July 14-20 - Barry County Free Fair, fairgrounds, Hastings. July 19 - 4-H Youth Day, Boblo Island. July 20-26 - Great Lakes Resources Camp, Beaver Island. July 23 - 4-H Animal Science Week, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 23-25 - Ag Expo, Michigan State University, East Lansing. July 27-August 2 - 4-H Coast-the-Coast Bicycle Tour. August 3 - 4-H Youth Day at Tiger Stadium. August 7 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m, Fair Office. August 12 - 4-H & FFA Livestock Banquet, 7 p.m., Com­ munity Building, Hastings. August 14 - 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. August 15-16 - 4-H Rabbit Expo, Michigan State University. August 15-16 - 4-H Dairy Goat Show, Michigan State University. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION - ADS! 11 NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING with sound financial planning. 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SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals LIHDIR and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOMTIONS TO SERVE YOU: NOME OFFICE ■ CMRLOTTE, MICNIMR ■ PHONE 543 3110 EiTOR RIPIOS, MICNIMR • FNCNE 663-1651 OFFICE HOURS: Mm. tkru Frl. 0:001. 4:30, Sat. 5:00 NISHVILLE, MICNIMR ■ MORE 052-1130 _ OLIVET, MICNIMR - PHONE 140-2111 it 12:00 MM Page 3 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 9. 1985 — Page 4 Ma" Taylor left a legacy of love for Nashville youth Over the years Nashville has been home to a number of almost legendary characters - the most loved and best remembered perhaps being an affable, plain-spoken woman known as “Ma” Taylor. Born in 1863, the former Flora May Keller was known to virtually every school child in the community from the early 1900s until the time of her death in 1935. If fact, there is scarcely a local native over age 60 that still does not recall the lovable lady whose outpost was a South Main Street livery stable and feed barn owned by her husband Jim Taylor. The Taylors held forth at that location for some 30 years, and it was there that Flora became acquainted with nearly everyone who passed by or stopped on the way. Jim and Flora were married in January 1884 and lived on a Kalamo Highway farm before acquiring the Nashville livery stable in the early 1900s. Both were Vermontville natives. She had taught school two years at Kalamo before they moved to Nashville. The Taylor livery en­ terprise consisted of five separate structures, in­ cluding a special building "Ma" Taylor was a familiar sight in her ever-present cap and favored cotton dress (she thought other fabrics "too fancy", even for church). While rural students attended high school classes in Nashville, she tended to their horSes and rigs - transportation most relied upon for daily transit to and from school in the era when this about1915 photo was taken. situated on the east side of South Main Street just south of the Church Street in­ tersection. There, horses and rigs driven into town by rural students were sheltered during school hours, giving “Ma” daily contact with countless young people. Just south of the stable was Ward Quick’s store (now the site of Curtis Craft Center). Adjacent to the south was the two-story structure that served as living quarters. The Taylors occupied the upper balconied floor; although the lower level was. completely fur­ nished it was never used. When we first wrote a short sketch on “Ma” Taylor back in 1979, her niece the late Eda Elliston of Nashville, told us; “I believe Aunt Flora may have preferred living upstairs so she could have a better view of ap­ proaching rigs.” A small office building joined by a stairway to the Taylor home stood just south of the residence, and it was there that “Ma” spent most of her day, tending to customers and visiting with all passersby. Her office was a favorite spot for both young and old alike to stop and chat awhile. Although “Ma” never had children of her own she was an advisor and confidante to countless youngsters, en­ dearing herself to successive generations. She was a familiar sight in her plain cotton dress and old cap. Mrs. Taylor thought other dress materials “too fancy,” Jim Taylor doctored animals with the touch of a professional although he had no formal medical training. Devoted clients brought their sick animals to Taylor at his feed barn and stable on South Main Street. He also operated a livery service there, but preferred to act as chauffeur rather than rent his rigs outright. Once, he received an unusual pay­ ment for his service. even for church, recalled her niece Eda, whose mother (Ruia Kelly Travis) was a sister to Flora. “School kids were her special job,” remembered Eda. That conclusion was echoed in 1979 by the late Kenneth A. Meade, one of the Nashville High School students who drove a horse and buggy into town from the family farm and parked it at school Taylor’s during hours. Said Meade: “Ma” was cheerful person, always helpful, and gave us sound advice if she noticed that we were straying from the straight and narrow. I remember a little talk she gave me on smoking when she saw me smoking one of my first cigarettes;” “Ma” was always con­ cerned about the comfort and welfare of all “her” local resident Wayne Fuller of Toledo. “In the wintertime she . even had the kids’ soapstones heated (when they got out of school) so their feet would not get cold on the way home.” The academic progress of the students also concerned Mrs. Taylor. On report card day she was noted for giving candid opinions on the grades earned by various youngsters. Often she was the first adult to view the "She called them her boys and girls, these young­ sters whose horses she cared for," wrote a visitor to Nashville in a keen observation of "Ma" Taylor printed in The Nashville News eight years before Flora's death. "Her business will probably pass out when she does, but few there are that will not shed a tear and truly miss the quaint young-old soul," concluded the author. In this 1928 photo, "Ma" is seen (with hat) in midst of a cluster of local students. By then autos were the favored transportation from farm to school, but they too were parked at Taylor's. Flora Taylor passed away cards. Flora loved to crochet and upstairs at her South Main whiled away many hours in Street residence. It was her office by turning out a April 27, 1935, and her niece profusion of doilies, doll Eda was with her at the dresses and other creations time. The passing of “Ma” that she freely gave to marked the end of an era for and Nashville youth, but she left friends, relatives a acquaintances. Her behind a timeless legacy of generosity, especially love. Eight years before her toward children, was un­ surpassed, say those who death a tribute to Mrs. Taylor was published on the knew her best. While Flora was busy front page of the Nashville tending to “her” children, News (issue of Sept. 8, 1927). her husband was busy caring The piece that so precisely captures the spirit of the for animals. “Jim Taylor doctored woman was, suprisingly, livestock until the state composed by a person who declared that one must have had met “Ma” only as a a license to practice visitor to Nashville. She was veterinary medicine,” Miss Genevieve Holds, who recalled Lloyd Wilcox of came to the village as a Nashville in a 1979 interview. guest of her friend, former That ruling, however, did local resident Vera Walton. not deter Taylor’s devoted The two had been nurses-inclients. Thay continued to training together at Battle bring their ailing animals to Creek. This is the way Miss him for healing. Rigs and Holds saw “Ma”: “She was not old, that is, horses also were housed in a long shed east of the livery too old, but still a few years office, adjacent to the east- had crept over her unwest alley south of the suspecting head, her spirit present-day present-day Curitis Curitis Craft Craft was still youthful, for she building. A small barn was associated daily with youth situated behind the shed, and and had done so for years. here Taylor frequently Her faded calico dress and boarded livestock for others. frayed straw hat belied the Jim furnished tran­ activity she displayed. “She was the town oracle; sportation for hire from his livery but did not rent his from every youth she ex­ rigs outright; he preferred to tracted some bit of news, and escort his customers around all in all, her store of town. Once, in repayment for knowledge was so increased such a service, a saleman that it was a habit almost to rewarded Taylor with two stop at the old livery stable crypts in the Lakeview to get the latest. “She called them her boys Cemetery mausoleum. “Aunt Flora was’nt too and girls, these youngsters about that, happy about that,”” whose horses she cared for . remembered her niece Eda. Years have slipped over “She didn’t approve of being some of them, but still they buried above ground.” remember the kindly old Her husband apparently lady and still they stop and won out, however, for both cheer her when passing the are now entombed in the through the town. Classmates hear of each mausoleum. After Jim died in 1924, other through her; some Flora continued to operate have never met since they the livery alone until the passed through the portals early 1930s. By then many out into the wide, wide rural students were driving world; but one wee half-hour autos to school, and those with “Ma” Taylor will glean also were parked in stalls at for them any bit of in­ Taylor’s place. formation they would like to “Ma” continued to pass know. “Her Her will out sage advice advice to “ business youngsters until shortly probably pass out when she before her death. After two does, but few there are that winters of illness, but only a will not shed a tear and truly couple of bedridden day, miss the quaint young-old soul.” Students were her "work", it was said of Mrs. Taylor and she was as concerned about their health and welfare as their academic progress. If she noticed anyone slipping from the straight and narrow, a little talk was in order. The unidentified group of Nashville students in this circa-1915 photo was no doubt among the many befriended by "Ma" Taylor over the years. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 9. 1985 Page 5 New State of Michigan map now available The 1985-86 Official Transportation Map of .Michigan, the first official map published by the state in two years, is making its debut this week, State Transportation Director James P. Pitz said. It is the most up-to-date map of Michigan available EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, July 10 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Hog Judging Clinic, Buddy Day’s, 2225 Osborn, Olivet. Thursday, July 11 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Saturday, July 13-9 a.m. Fair Clean-Up Day, Fairgrounds. Monday, July 15 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. Fairboard Meeting, Fair Office, Fairgrounds. Wednesday, July 17 - 3:30-10 p.m. Arts Workshop, Kellogg Biological Station. Thursday, July 18 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Fair Superintendents and Clerks Meeting, Commercial Building, Fairgrounds. Friday, July 19 - 4-H Day at Boblo Island July 19-20 - 4-H Entomology Workshop, Kellogg Biological Station Saturday, July 20 - 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Judging of all non­ livestock 4-H projects except foods, flowers, crops, vegetables, demonstrations, public speaking, teen leadership and performing arts. Commercial Building, Fairgrounds July 20-28 - Eaton County 4-H Fair, Fairgrounds July 20 -26 - Beaver Island 4-H NREE Camp, Beaver Island. July 23-25 Ag Expo - Ag Expo ‘85, MSU Wednesday, July 24 - 4-H Horticulture Contest, MSU Friday, July 26 - Homemaker’s Day at The Fair, 1 p.m., Fairgrounds Saturday, July 27 - State 4-H Dog Show, MSU July 27-Aug. 2 - 1985 Coast-The-Coast Bike Tbur, Southwest Michigan Saturday, August 3-10 a.m. County Shoting Sports Tour­ nament, Bellevue Conservation Club. Saturday, August 3 - 4-H Day with the Tigers, Detroit. Monday, August 5 - 1:30 p.m. State Tractor Operator Contest, St. Johns. Monday, August 5 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. FIDDLERS JAMBOREE Saturday, July 13th — 2 p.m.-6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to ? and many be obtained at no charge from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore along Lake Superior, one of two national lakeshores in Michigan, is featured in the cover photo, together with the state The family of Michigan’s governor is pictured for the first time on the back cover, with a “Welcome to Michigan” message from Gov. and Mrs. James J. Blanchard and their son Jay. Inside is a stunning display of photos showing people enjoying “the good life” in Michigan in outdoor settings ranging from a ski area in the north country to Greenfield Village in the Detroit metropolitan area. “Michigan, like the other 49 states, uses its map as a tool for its multi-billiondollar tourist industry, and many of the two million maps we are printing this year will be distributed nationally and in­ ternationally by the Michigan Travel Bureau, Refreshment Available - Camping Available 517-726-0016 MICHIGAN FIDDLERS ASSOCIATION Free Admission Donations Accepted — Beverly Barrett, Extenson 4-H Program Assistant in Eaton County, received one of four Achievement Awards presented May 9 during Spring 4-H Conference at the Holiday Inn in Grayling. The award, presented by the Michigan Association of Extension 4-H Youth Staff, recognizes outstanding contributions by 4-H staff members with less than two ION-ADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. 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Michigan speed limits and the new safety belt law, Michigan historical markers, highway distances from city to city, location and phone numbers for state police posts and district offices of MDOT and fares charged on such facilities as the Mackinac Bridge. The map also identifies all state parks and lists their types of accommodations and provides an index to Michigan cities and villages. Various state symbols such as the state bird (robin) are shown too. The new map can be ob­ tained, at no cost, at numerous locations, including all MDOT district Extension program assistant receives achievement award PONDEROSA CAMPGROUND 977 S. Main, Vermontville (Ionia Road) Pitz said. MDOT cartographers made 308 changes and ad­ ditions to bring the new map up to date. It was printed in Michigan on Michigan-made paper for less than 12 cents a copy. The map guides travelers along the 9,500-mile state highway system, on primary county roads and the major thoroughfares of the state’s metropolitan area. Users also can locate airports having lighted runways at least 3,000 feet in length, intercity bus ter­ minals, both commercial and recreational harbors on the Great Lakes, ferry routes, freeway rest areas and roadside parks on the state highway system. The map also shows rail passenger lines and stations and, for the first time, rail freight lines as well. Hospitals offering 24-hour emergency service and MDOT’s 11 travel in­ formation centers, located mostly at border points, also are shown. The map contains in­ formation panels — Double 5” — $ J.Q95 . Sq. White Colors available. Double 4 and 8" also available on special order. Js �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, July 9, 1985 Page 6 Nashville ladies two out of 150 exhibitors at Lake Odessa Art Fair by Shelly Sulser One of the most unique booths at the Art in the Park held in Lake Odessa Saturday of was that of Marilee Ayles and Ellen Bassett of Nashville. They call their work “nature craft”, and there is no description more fitting. All the materials used for the “little critters” the ladies make come from the great outdoors. They use what is known as goldenrod galls, small hollow bulbs that grow on the goldenrod weed. Then they let their imaginations go take off, with cute little fox, skunk, bear, mice and bird replicas resulting. “We use as much natural material as we can,” ex­ plains Ayles, noting watermelon seeds, sun­ flower seeds, acorns, and leek seeds are often common materials used for their craft. Discovering the Unusual creativity that could go into a hobby such as this nearly 12 years ago, the two ladies have been expanding on their ideas ever since. “I used to make apple head dolls,” said Ayles, “but now this is our little niche.” After creating the small figures, they are then placed in different scenes, or dressed a certain way that appeals- to the eye of the potential buyer. Happy Summertime O HAIRCUTS................ Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO ANDSET.. $.EOOO •'The Mirrors image" "JLM6 WfiiLOLe iiuaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY The craft day in Lake Odessa last week proved to be a successful one, with the two women practically selling out of their supply. Ayles explained that after the galls are collected, they must be baked in an oven to harden them and to put out of commission each little larvae that lives inside every one. “You have to do that so they don’t make holes in them,” said Ayles. (Bassett was unavailable for an in­ terview). Coreys celebrate their 45th anniversary— Leon and Wandy Corey of Middle Lake celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 20. Celebrating with them at Bay Pointe Inn were Wayne and Diane Corey of Madison, WI, Kay Poovey of Taylor, Carole Nelson of Akron, OH, Bob Johnston of Novi, Michael and Donna Corey of Mt. Clemans, and Wayne and Virginia Synder of Belding. The celebration continued at their home, and joining the party for cake and gifts were their nine grand­ children. How can a renter insure peace-of-mind? Marilee Ayles of Nashville had a good day at Lake Odessa's annual Art in the Park Saturday, selling dozens of her nature crafted items. Deputies investigate Nashville break-in by Susan Owens No problem. Auto-Owners Apartment Dwellers coverage protects the contents of your apartment from loss due to theft, vandalism, fire, water, wind and other losses. It also covers you and your family in case someone is injured in an apartment accident. And you can even get coverage that pays for temporary living quarters, in case something happens to your apartment. Ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent about renter’s insurance for your peace-of-mind. Barry CoUnty Sheriff deputies are currently in­ vestigating the breaking and entering of Nashville storage shed in which more than $1000 worth of items were taken. Deputies said Charles Lewis, of 8845 Assyria Road, reported that someone had broken into his small pole­ barn shed, located at the construction site of his un­ finished home, after 9:30 p.m. on June 28 and before 8 a.m. on the 29. Lewis told deputies that the person had also had removed more than $1000 worth of items from the shed, including a snowblower, two outboard motors, two chain saws, a 19inch -color television, a sewing machine and several boxes of ammunition. Deputies said entry was apparently gained by forcing open a hasp on a wooden door. FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 ...or... 726-0623 Over 150 VHS Titles to Choose From Songwriter, Tron, Cotton Club Johnny Dangerously, Dune and Nightmare on Elm Street Betty Pierce, Mary Hecker (seated), John Warren, Bev Warren, and Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 ____ All Saturday Rentals Back by Noon Monday - CLOSED SUNDAY K/rt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 : Mon-Thurs. 8:30-8 pm. Fri. & Sat. 8:30-9 pm; Closed Sunday �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday July 9. 1985 Reinstated school programs, from front page reinstated. Concerning having a counselor for elementary students, 78 percent of public school parents approve the restoration, as do 92 percent of the instructional staff. When respondents were asked whether they would support full funding for the band program, 61 percent said they would, while 3S percent said they would oppose the action. Seventyfour percent of the staff favor full funding for band, while 40 percent of the students questioned opposed it. Mixed responses were given when respondents were asked if they support having the sports program fully funded by the school system. Fifty-one percent favor having sports fully funded, but 43 percent opposed it. A majority of the staff members <67 percent' favor full funding for sports as do 77 percent of students A majority of respondents '•59 percent' oppose funding for other extra curricular activities as do 59 percent of public school parents and 59 percent of non-parents, while 67 percent of staff and 63 percent of students favor full funding for other extra MAPLE VALLEYS ^Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & JoanWinegar Phone (!517) 852-1915 curricular activities. Staff members who live in the district, and voters who indicated approval of any, or several, of the programs mentioned, were then asked if they would vote for or against an increase in school millage, if that increase were used to restore the favored programs. A majority of voters 156 percent) were willing to vote for additional millage for the restoration of only one area, that being high school counseling services. However, considering the sampling error tolerance of plus or minus five percent, it is possible that restoration of music classes in the elementary schools, an elementary school coun­ selor, physical education in the elementary schools, school nurse services and art dases in the elementary schools could also have majority support Staff members who live in the district, offered majority support for all nine restoration areas. With the exception of school nurse services, public school parents would support an increase in millage for restoration at programs and services to a greater degree than would non-parents. In an analysis at the preceding questions regarding a favorable vote for restoration of particular cuts in school programs, the following can be projected at the time of the survey, taking into account the survey sampling error tolerance of plus or minus five percent: The survey indicates 56 percent of solid support for restoration of high school counseling among the respondents, and 60 percent of potential support. 'Potential support is based only on the possibility that the amount of millage asked for such restoration is within the acceptable limits of the “depends on the amount” respondent Elementary music: 50 percent solid support: 55 percent potential support Elementary counseling: 49 percent solid support; 52 percent potential support. School nurse services.* 47 percent solid support; 52 percent potential. The VERMONTVILLE CHAMBER of COMMERCE is pleased to sponsor another... Obituaries COMMUNITY Evenings (517) 726-0223 of Alton* Member of Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors and The Barry-Eaton Multiple Listing Service LAKE ODESSA — ON JORDAN LAKE year round homo, fireplace, nice deck. 75 lake frontage. (HJ-77-BLO) NEAR PARK & SCHOOLS mature shade, 4 bdrm., $32,000. (10-120) VERMONTVILLE — LARGE BUILDING in business district, terms or trade.(V-105) NICE FAMILY HOME large lot, 2 baths, $27,900. (V-IOO) 10 ROOM HOME or large corner lot. $30,000. (V-122) CLOSE TO TOWN, remodeled home with fireplace and deck. $36,000. (HJ-90-FV) 4 BEDROOM HOME large lot, pole barn, pool and deck. (V-119) $44,900. NASHVILLE — POSSESSION AT CLOSE 3 bdrms., nice lot, dose to town. (N-126) $15,000. SHADY CORNER LOT 3 bdrms., !'/» car garage. $24,000. (N-106) GOOD STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME with 2 story barn. $25,000 (HJ-75-PN) NATURAL WOODWORK, OPEN STAIRWAY 4 bdrms.. $32,000. (N-109) TWO UNIT (one 3 bedroom and one 2 bedroom). Close to school. $34,900. (N-103) FARMS AVAILABLE — EAST OF VERMONTVILLE Remodeled home and bldgs, on 3 or 18 acres with creek. (CHF-124) NEAR HASTINGS, 28 ACRES nice home, barn, 10A wooded. (F-116) EAST STATE RD. 36 acres, 2 story home, barn, stream, 13A (F-108) wooded. NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE 4 bdrm home, barns, feeder “set­ up'* on 60 acres (or will divide). (HJ-79-IV) HUNTER'S PARADISE 134 acres, 20 wooded, large home with fireplace and woodburner, pole barn. (HJ-89-IV) DAIRY FARM Grade A In 1983. 130 acres, 80 tillable, river fron­ tage, northeast of Vermontville (will divide). (F-125) FRONTAGE ON 2 BLACKTOP ROS. 38A, 3 bdrm, house, not. gas, large barns. (HJ-85-KMV) 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM All fenced, 25 acres wooded, good house, several barns. PRICE RECENTLY REDUCED! I(F-I23) WELL KEPT 155A FARMSTEAD south of Nashville, nice house and bldgs., 100 tillable acres, 20 acres wooded. (F-117) LIVESTOCK FARM 153 acres all fenced, 22 acres wooded. 2 large pole barns, silo with unloader, new 5" well, 7 acre run lot, pond, many good bldgs., house not habitable. (F-102) COUNTRY HOMES — ON TEN ACRES contract terms, $25,000. Large home. not. gas. blacktop road. (CH-111) MOBILE HOME & POLE BLDG, on 2'5 A, not. gas and blacktop road. $30,000. (CH-121) COUNTRY HOME ON 1 ACRE nice shade, blacktop road, $22,000. (CH-110) EXTRA RENTAL with this country home on 3 acres north of Ver­ montville. Price reduced to $41,000. (HJ-80-BV) HOME WITH A VIEW & SECLUSION on 1'6 acres, nice brick home. l’z» acres, new energy efficient furnace, large garage. $47,500. (CH-101) LAND PARCELS — 14 ACRES NEAR CHARLOTTE surveyed and perked. $25,000. (HJ-60-MC) 20 ACRES EAST OF CHARLOTTE $30,000. 10A wooded, with stream. (HJ-61-IC) 5.9 acres, 4.6 acres, 3 acres, 10 acres ... south of Vermontville, all with nat. gas and blacktop road, will be surveyed and perked. (VL-112-115) 32 ACRES NEAR MV HIGH SCHOOL not. gas available, nice 6A maple woods. (V-107) 78 ACRES HUNTING & RECREATIONAL land with creek. Bird Rd.. L/C terms. $30,000. (F-11B) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker k Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan 4 Vivian C. Manchester GUN LAKE - Mrs. Vivian C. Manchester, 71, of 3281 Sandy Beach, Gun Lake died Sunday, June 30, 1985 at Sandy Creek Nursing Home, Wayland. Mrs. Manchester was born Dec. 28, 1913 in Plainwell. She has lived in the Gun Lake, Plainwell area all her life. She was married in 1934 to Ellis Manchster. She retired from Mead Paper Co. in 1975. Surviving are a sister, Bea Hall of Santa Monica, Cal.; one brother-in-law, Albert Averill; a brother and sister­ in-law, Ed and Hellen Manchester, all of Gun Lake; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis in 1984. w Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 3 at Marshall-Gren Chapel, Plainwell with burial in Hillside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society. Page 7 Elementary art: 47 per­ cent solid support: 51 per­ cent potential support. Elementary physical education: 47 percent solid support; 51 percent potential support. Full funding for the band program: 44 percent solid support; 47 percent potential support. Full funding for the sports program: 37 percent solid support; 40 percent potential support. Full funding for other extra-curricular acitivites: 25 percnet solid support and 28 percent potential support for the restoration of the program. Yard Sale Elizabeth Askins NASHVILLE Mrs. Elizabeth Askins, 84, of 604 State St., Nashville, died early Monday, July 8,1985 at Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey. Arrangements are pending at Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. FRIDAY & SATURDAY August 9 & 10 Lloyd Denniston SHELBYVILLE - Mr. Lloyd Denniston, 80, of RL 1, Shelbyville died suddenly Thursday, July 4, 1985 at Borgess Medical Center, Kalamazoo. Funeral ser­ vices were held Saturday, 2 p.m at Allegan Chapel, Gorden Funeral Residence. Rev. Timothy Foreman officated with burial in Poplar Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Church of God Memorial Fund. All who wish to participate, please leave your address and location on a piece of paper in the drop box at PAT'S SUGAR HUT CAFE, Vermont­ ville. DEADLINE is JULY 31st. The list of addresses will be published in the paper at no cost to you. Thank you, PAT O'DELL, President Vermontville Chamber of Commerce ACTION-ADS Card Of Thanks The family of Louis Briggs wish to express their thanks for the food, flowers, cards and prayers during his illness and our time of loss. Special thanks to Rev. Voyce and Drs. and first floor nurse at Hayer Green Beach Hospital. 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TABLETS GO’S OR CAPSULES 50’S J69 479 257 ACE INSTANT COLD COMPRESS .79 OS-CAL 250 MG. 100’S 439 500 MG. GO’S 519 ALLBEE WITH C 100’S S3.65 LESS MFG REBATE FINAL COST GO’S LESS MFG. REBATE 1.00 S2.65 FINAL COST MENNEN .73 166 PH. 852-0845 071085 S3.95 -1.00 $2.95 FLEET ENEMA SPEED STICK DEODORANT 2.5 OZ. 207 Main St., Nashville Z-BEC �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 9. 1985 Page 8 Nearly 5,000 people turned out to see the first ever rodeo which ran for three days at Sandyland Park. Rodeo, The bull accomplished his goal during this ride to unload rider Mike Cavagnaro. continued from page 1 Matt Cargill and his horse work as a team in the calf roping competition. Flowers by Jan Handmade Silk Flowers for weddings and all occasions. Packages of flower cuts by..,. “Pretty Petals” are also available. Library presents summer movies Come in and look around! HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 4:00 Closed weekends and Holidays except by appointment. 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Summer school reminder All students riding the Maple Valley bus for summerschool to Potterville will be picked up at Kellogg school in Nashville at 8 a.m. and at Maplewood school in Vermontville at 8:15 a.m. beginning July 15. The bus is expected to return to Maplewood at 11:45 a.m. and to Kellogg by noon. The bus service is paid for by the parents of the students. Cowboy Greg Bender tries to rope a calf at the rodeo Friday. ACTION-ADS CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank all our friends and relatives who made our Golden Wedding Anniversary such a happy day for us. Ohly wish we could have visited more with all that came. God bless each and every one. Maurice and Cora Teeple TELEPHONE SOLICITOR: Own home, will train, good hours, American Lung Association, call 1-800-858­ 0846. WANTED: Junior set right handed golf clubs, call 852­ 1978 Nashville after 6 p.m. (7-16) NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING July 18, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Commun­ ity Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Lewis Powers is requesting a special use permit and variance in order to place a mobile home on Lots 70 and 71 in the Hardendorf Addition on Gregg Street. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) COBB Mfcif & Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it y yourself • 1 '/< " pp pipe 5' length, g , Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2 -5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News Nashville. Tuesday. July 9. 1985 Page 9 Wayion, Jessie wrap-up rodeo weekend at Sandyland Wayion Jennings was on hand at Sandy land Sunday to enterain a crowd of nearly 3,000. Country Star Wayion Jennings is a favorite in the country music world. Help Your I lUdn O by Steve Reid Wayion Jennings finished up a busy weekend at Sandyland Park in fitting sytle. After three days of rodeo events, it seemed only right to have a concert of country music about cowboys and Texas. Making his second ap­ pearance at the “Nashville of the North” Wayion gave his fans numbering over 2,000 what they came for — renditions of his many hit songs. Jennings packed twenty four tunes into his fast paced set including such big favorites as “Amanda,” “Rainy Day Woman,” “America,” “Mommas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys,” “Luckenbach, Texas,” “Just Good Old Boys” and his show closer ““Good Good Hearted sr Association e Eat more, If you exercise It’s possible to eat more but weigh less, if you exercise. That’s what Dr. Peter Wood, professor of medi­ cine (research) at Stanford University, said at a recent American Heart Association symposium. “Physically active people tend to eat more, maybe several hundred calories more per day than sedentary people, and yet they weigh less in the process, he said. Dr. Wood and his colleagues have studied Stanford faculty wives who play at least 10 hours of singles tennis per week, and compared them with sedentary faculty wives of similar ages. “The sedentary women were considerably more overweight than the tennis players,” he said. “When we had both groups record what they were eating, there was a large difference in the recorded intake of calories. The tennis players were definitely not dieting but were lean, while the sedentary women were eating very modestly yet were relatively overweight. ” The Stanford University research­ ers also have studied 14 sedentary men who agreed to gradually build up their exercise level until they were running 13 miles per week. The scientists followed their progress as they maintained that exercise level for two years. “Even though their food intake increased, their body fat decreased,” he said. “The amount of fat they lost was rather nicely related to how much running they achieved. So becoming active tends to make people lean.” Physically active individuals also are known to have a lower risk of heart disease. Active people may receive some protection from both their leaness and from their muscular contractions during exercise, he con­ tinued. “Several groups ofresearchers are doing studies right now that should show which of these two effects is most beneficial.” Dr. Wood said his findings help explain a surprising but little known fact: people who eat more tend to have less coronary heart disease. At least four studies have measured calorie intake and followed indivi­ duals over a period of years to see what relationship eating has with development of heart disease. He said: “In all four studies, those people who developed heart disease had reported many years earlier a significantly lower calorie intake than those' Who did not get heart disease. I think the explanation is that people who eat more are often more physically active.” Dr. Wood emphasizes that he is not recommending an increased calorie intake for individuals who are overweight and don’t plan to exercise. But for the millions of Americans who have joined the “exercise explo­ sion” that began in the 1960s, eating more calories, especially in the form of carbohydrates, won’t stop them from staying lean, he concludes. Linke and McCants were at Sandyland to sing their favorite tunes. Woman.”' the missing man riding Coming July 14 to San­ Wayion gave the audience forever the Atrain below the dyland for two shows will be a taste of a possible new hit streets of Nashville. Ronny Robbins and the with the performing of his Marty Robbins Band. new song “A Thousand Miles Out Of My Mind.” Satay Banana Salad A highlight of his concert was when he was joined by his wife Jessi Colter. They performed one of Jessi’s compositions “Storms Never Last” and the old Elvis hit “Suspicious Minds”. Colter preceded her husband, with a six song set which included her mid­ seventies hit’Tm Not Lisa”. Antoher highlight of her set was the gospel tune “This Little Light of Mine” she sang growing up in a Pent­ costalchurch. Opening the show, was the local duo Linke and McCants. They mixed comedy This unusual Asian salad tastes perfectly wonderful! and country music to provide SATAY BANANA SALAD a unique set. A special part 2 hard-cooked eggs, bunch fresh spinach, of the afternoon was their quartered washed, torn rendition of the old Kingston cup orange juice head romaine lettuce, Trip hit “The M.T.A.”. They 2 tablespoons peanut butter washed, torn 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup bean sprouts renamed it “N.T.A.” (Nash­ 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 medium Dole Bananas, ville Transit Authority). It 1 tablespoon brown sugar peeled, sliced diagonally featured Lonny and Sue 1 teaspoon grated ginger root 1 small green bell pepper, Kienutske as the main >/i teaspoon garlic powder julienne-cut % teaspoon crushed red characters. Lonny became % pound large shrimp, cooked, cleaned, chilled LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) pepper flakes Layer spinach and romaine lettuce in a salad bowl. Top with bean sprouts. Arrange bananas, bell pepper, shrimp and eggs on top. For dressing, combine remaining ingredients in a screw-top jar. Shake well to mix. Pour dressing over salad to serve. Makes 4 servings. Dole&, Courtesy Castle & Cooke For more terrific banana recipes, write for your copy of Sweet Treats from Dole, P.O. Box 7758, San Francisco, CA 94120. Syrup queen and court reign in Lake Odessa Fair parade Thursday The Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen, Polly Cook, left, and her court, (starting second from left) Amy Laverty, Michele Evans, Ann Hummel and Connie Kane had special seats in Lake Odessa's largest July 4th fair parade ever. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. July 9, 1985 - Page 10 14th Annual Antique Gas and Engine Show this weekend at Charlton Park See the actual engines that put America on wheels go into action once again with a his, pop, and roar. The 14th Annual Antique Gas and Steam Engine Show illuminates the impact of the mechanical revolution of the Not only will the tractor engines be hissing and wheezing, the antique engines will be displayed on the job in a variety of ways, such as sawing, grinding and threshing. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST I 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. 19th Century on rural America that propelled this country into unrivaled productivity. All this excitement takes place Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14, at Charlton Park in Hastings. Hundreds of antique tractors will parade around the village green and stationary steam and gas engines will furnish power to operate a drag saw, burr mill, thrasher, buzz rig and washing machines. Following the parade, old tractors will perform a series of competitive events. Hand crank tractors will compete against the. clock to determine which tractor will start the quickest. During the slow race, tractors will compete to determine which machine can deliver power at the slowest possible speed. Additional events include a Pedal Pull, Wheat Thrashing and Backing Competition. The show will run con­ tinuously from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. A highlight of the show is the 15 horsepower Westinghouse Steam Traction engine with a vertical boiler built in the late 1800’s. The engine was owned by Park founder, Irving Charlton, and is one of three built in the country and the only one known to be restored and running. Along with this event there will be a flea market, primitive camping and food available. “Charlton Park not only has this outstanding show to entertain the family, but a museum, a 16-building restored turn of the century village staffed with demonstrators, and an outstanding recreation area for swimming, boating and picnicing,” noted Park Director Diane Szewczyk. The park is located on the Thornapple River and lake 3 miles east of Hastings off M­ 79. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. Admission is $3 for adults (16 and over) and children STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 are admitted free if ac- 14th Annual ANTIQUE soliii mm SHOW ' July 13-14 • 10AM-5PM • Tractor Parade • Pedal Pull • Wheat Thrashing • Slow Race • Backing Competition • Stationary and Traction Engines • Quick Start Competition Adults $300 PRIMITIVE CAMPING AVAILABLE Beach • Picnic Area • Historic Village Children under 16 FREE if accompanied by an adult. To Grand Rapids M-37 To Lansing M-43 JML2L Hasting » M 66 M-79 Nashville / 2545 S. CHARLTON PARK ROAD HASTINGS, MICHIGAN 49058 Sponsored by ... Historic Charlton Park and the Barry County Gas & Steam Engine Club M-79 'o Charlotte Village & Museum To Battle Creek Antique gas and steam engines will line up for a parade through the Historical Village at Charlton Park during this weekend's annual engine show. companied by an adult. This event is sponsored by Charlton Park and the Barry County Gas and Steam Engine Club. For more in­ formation, contact the park at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, Hastings, 49058 or Call (616) 945-3775. Old time vaudeville show coming to Kellogg Station The Rosier Players, the only remaining tent repertory theatre in America, will be coming to Gull Lake July 16-20. Sponsored by the Gull Lake Rotary Club, the Rosier Players will perform a different show each night featuring a blend of old time drama, vaudeville skits, dance routines and sing-a­ longs. The tent will be set up on the grounds of the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station on 40th Street between B Avenue and Baseline Road (opposite Kellogg Dairy Center) near Hickory Corners. Individual ticket prices are $3 for adults, $1 for children under twelve. The Rosier Players, for­ merly the Henderson Stock Company, present the old time shows exactly as they were written and performed at the turn of the century. Included in the shows are many costumes and props which are nerly 100 years old. The 1985 summer tour of the Rosier Players marks their 87th year of continous performances, making it the longest running tent repertory show in America. This summer, the tsar of the show, Waunetta Rosier, will be givning her farewell tour after 50 years of performing. This year’s shows, which begin at 8 p.m., include “Nancy Gets a Break,” “The Downfall of Squire Greeley,” “Saintly Hypocrites and Honest Sinners,” “Hold It,” and “Dr. Feel Feel Good All American Medicine Show.” Tickets are available at the tent. 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Tuesday July 9 1985 4*11 rodeo members place at Marion Several Eaton County 4-H members placed in various events at the first 4-H rodeo for the 1985 season, held June 28, in Marion, Michigan. Jason Maihofer of Olivet took first in Jr. Bull Riding and third in Jr. Bareback. Matt Huver from Bellevue earned fourth in Jr. Bull Riding and fifth in Jr. Bareback. Mike Huver, also from Bellevue, won first in Jr. Bareback and fifth in Jr. Bull Riding. Jason Byington ofVermontville took a fourth in Jr. Bareback and Jamie Endsley, Bellevue earned third place in the Sr. Girl’s Goat Tying event. More than twenty of the local 4-H rodeo members will be competing in the 4-H rodeo to be held during the„ Eaton County Fair, on Tuesday, July 23, at 7 p.m. in front of the grandstand on the Charlotte fairgrounds. 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Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 nn\A/ Hesti Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Ml., Vol. 114 - No. 1 — Tuesday, July 16,1985 Proposed athletic policy gets board's tenative approval The Maple Valley Board of Education last Monday approved the first reading of the revised proposed athletic policy that would put certain requirements on students planning to participate in high school sports in the future. The board had previously been presented with a similiar policy for which they had heard a first reading, but due to a slight change in the wording, a new first reading was needed for the adoption of a policy. The Maple Valley athletic boosters has agreed on the proposed policy. Should the board approve the policy after the second reading in August, athletes would have to meet the following stipulations before being allowed to participate in high school athletics: 1. Weekly eligibility would remain as it is now- athletes must pass five of six classes, three offour classes, or three of three classes to remain eligible on a weekly basis, (note: Superintendent Carroll Wolff has said that since this information was printed in the board agenda, the state has informed the Maple Valley schools that students must pass four of four classes rather than three of four.) 2. At the end of each six weeks marking period, the athlete must maintain a 2.0 (C) average. 3. Those athletes that do not maintain a 2.0 average will not be allowed to par­ ticipate in any athletic contest the first three weeks of the following marking period. Eligibility is then based upon weekly eligibility. 4. During the period of ineligibility, the athlete may practice with the team he or she is currently a member of and may travel to away contests with the team he or she is currently a member of and may try out for a team if the ineligibility occurs between seasons. 5. During the period of ineligibiltiy, the athlete may not participate in any athletic contest or be in uniform during a contest in which the team he or she is currently a member of is participating. The change from the original proposal is that the athlete would miss only the first three weeks of the following marking period instead of the entire marking period. If the board accepts the second reading in August, the new policy will take effect at the beginning of the 1985-86 school year. The board also agreed to set the admission ticket price for athletic events at $2.00 for both adults and students. In other action, David Hawkins was re-elected president of the Maple Valley Board of Education while LeRoy Sleeper was elected vice-president. Paula Cole was named secretary, and Ron Tobias was re-elected as the board treasurer. The board agreed to hold meetings on the second Monday of each month, changing the meeting date from the second Wednesday as_ was in the past. The meetings have been set to start at 7:00 p.m. and to run no later than 11:30 p.m. In his report to the board, Superintendent Carroll Wolff informed that one of the driver education cars was involved in an accident in Pennfield Township in Battle Creek on Thursday, June 27. Hal Maxson was the driver education instructor in the car along with three students. A woman had pulled in front of the driver education car. There were no injuries and no ticket was issued. In other discussion, there was considerable concern by parents regarding the fifth grade class size at Kellogg Elementary for the 1985-86 school year. According to Wolff, there have always been two sections of fifth grade in the past, with the exception of last year, while other grades had three sections. Parents wish to see the fifth grade remain in three sections. The board will further discuss the matter later when Principle Howard Yost can be present. There will also be con­ sideration given to another class addition or a split fifth and sixth grade class. In other action, the board: —Agreed to accept proposals of the Maple Valley Educational Support Personnel Association and Maple Valley, Education Association-ECEA for the handling of funds that resulted in the change from Equitable Insurance com­ pared to Blue Cross. The funds will be used for professional development. —Maintain Michigan National Bank as school depository for the 1985-86 school year for the general fund accounts, Internal activity accounts, building and site accounts, debt retirement accounts, hot lunch account and payroll account. —Agreed to let janitors replace tile with materials on-hand and purchase any materials necessary to repair the floor at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville. —Agreed to recall June Wallace on a one-half day basis, with her salary to be covered by federal Chapter I funds. —Approved the purchase of 50 English Composition textbooks, 45 Journalism books, 115 Algebra I books, 100 Consumers’ Mathematics books, 120 Science and New Biology books, 35 Environmental Science books, 21 Work Processor books and 14 drafting textbooks for the junior-senior high school at a total cost of $8,101.72. —Agreed to hold a truth in taxation hearing at the regular - board meeting, August 12,1985. —Agreed to receive estimates on blacktop repair at Fuller Elementary. program from teacher Rona Szydzik. The requested equipment includes a tractor, a planter, a three bottomed plow, a disk, a four row corn planter and a four row cultivator. Funds are available through the Eaton Intermediate Vocational Program. Driver ed instructors maintain 'tense job* Nashville police chief surprises burglars by Shelly Sulser Two juveniles were arrested after they were observed breaking into the Pop Shop at the corner of Fuller Street and Main Street in Nashville early Sunday morning. Nashville Chief of Police Gene Koetje apprehended the two suspects in the act at 3:45 a.m., after' observing their suspicious behavior for nearly an hour before the incident. Koetje then called for back-up from the Barry County Sheriff’s Depart­ ment. Koetje said he watched the two break a window at the rear of the building and climb into the storage room of the business. Working undercover surveilance in plain clothes in an attempt to stop a series of six breaking and enterings that had taken place in the past 15-days in the Nashville area, Koetje was able to follow the juveniles without their knowledge. Koetje said he does not feel the two are responsible for all of the incidences. The oldest of the two, a 17year-old, was arrainged in Barry County District Court Monday, while the younger 16-year-old was released to his parents. The older juvenile will return to court July 22 at 10 a.m. for a preliminary examination. Barry County Fair underway The Barry County Fair is underway, with Saturday's non-livestock judging kicking off the annual 4-H event. Hundreds of projects were judged under the new show barn, including that of Hope Christie of Nashville. Hope's candy making project is shown here being judged by Serena Goodenough of Vermontville, while Hope watches with her mother, Sandi. .HASIWGS WUC m «• —Approved the hiring of Lonnie Spencer as science­ biology teacher and assistant varsity football coach, with a starting salary of $18,259 for teaching and $988 for coaching. —Agreed to let the Vo-Ag advisory committee discuss a proposal for equipment purchases for the vo-ag GIRL SCOUT Glass Shanty ...is CLOSED Project is discontinued. HASTINGS PUBLIC UBR Maple Valley driving instructor watches as student Connie Krebler of Charlotte starts the ignition before a day of road testing. Ricketts, continue to risk life by Shelly Sulser and sanity? Hal Maxson and Bill Kipp “Because it gives us a find comfort in knowing that chance to work the students the end of another summer’s on a one to one basis and to task of teaching young get to know them better, students to operate a motor unlike in the classroom vehicle is near. situation,” explains Kipp. Each student driver It’s not that they don’t like their jobs. The men just feel receives 30 hours of training in the classroom, including that being a • driver’s six hours of road driving. education instructor is a Classroom work involves tense one to maintain, knowing that the nervous 15- the viewing of films, book year-olds gripping the study and worksheets, with a steering wheels could make considerable amount of a mistake at any minute. homework included. Continued on Page 8Over seven years, Kipp, a shop teacher at Maple Valley High School has taught traffic law, safety and proper vehicle operation to hundreds of youngsters anxious to get their own driver’s licenses. The Vermontville Maxon, who works with Chamber of Commerce will students during the regular school year in speech again the sponsor the annual Community Yard Sale therapy, is in his sixth year Friday and Saturday, as a driving instructor. ; August 9 and 10. Describing the feeling he Anyone wishing to par­ still gets when he climbs into ticipate can leave their a car with a first time driver, address and sale location in Kipp says he’s on pins and the drop box at Pat’s Sugar needles each time. “Its very Hut Cafe in Vermontville by tenseful,” Kipp notes. July 31. But why do the men, along A list of addresses will be with two other instructors, published in the paper at no Larry Lenz and Chris cost to you. Vermontville holding yard sale Aug. 9-10 It 17*85 �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Page 2 George Jones coming to Sandyland From our readers George Jones, long a familiar name With Country western fans,* will be troops, leaders and their To The Editor: displaying his singing talents family members have spent in an outdoor concert Sunday We would like to say a very countless hours sorting, afternoon, July 21, at Sanspecial thank you to the Vermontville Chamber of loading, and transporting the dyland Park near Nashville. glass to Owens DI. plant in Commerce, for supplying the The gifted 53-year-old Charlotte. port-a-jon on field two, country singer will be Several factors have led us featured in one concert during the girls peewee softball games in Ver­ to make this decision to starting at 4 p.m. in the discontinue. The returnable combined theater-camp site montville this summer. Signed: The girls peewee bottle bill greatly cut the complex located on M-79, one supply, and now Owens will mile west of Nashville of the softball team and coach only except the white glass. George Steward. North. Because the building is Supporting Jones in the To the Community of Ver­ always open and unattended two-hour concert is the montville: we have no control of what is Kathy Ford Band which has This is to inform you that brought and leftfor us, more a number of recording hits to effective July 12, the Girl and more trash is also being its credit in the last few Scout Glass Recycling left. years. project has been terminated. In order to get the best Sandyland Owner, Lonny This began as a money­ price, more than a ton needs Kienutske has gone on maker and a Service Project to be taken in at a time. This record as the apprearance of to the community back in the often presents a problem George Jones one of the Spring of 1971. In those 14 getting a big enough truck biggest shows on this years many girls of the and a driver to unload. There summer’s busy schedule. are many other fund-raisers “Jones is a show stopper. nowadays that are less He’s a super performer and CARD OF THANKS strenuous, cleaner, and safer I would like to thank all my and more profitable for the family, relatives, and troops, so therefore we move friends for their cards, phone on to other projects. calls and plants, their We wish to thank the prayers and concern while I people ofthe community that July 8-12 was an important was in the hospital. A special faithfully supported us by week for Rona Szydzik thanks to Harold and Sharon bringing in their glass. And a agricultural teacher at Stewart, Chamber of special thanks goes to the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High. Commerce and Carroll and Maple Syrup Association for On those dates Szydzik Louis Baker for the beautiful letting us use their building attended the 1985 Technical fruit baskets. Your for storage. The village thoughtfulness is really maintenance men assisted Agriculture Workshop (TAW) held in Lansing. appreciated. greatly by keeping the The TAW is held each year Thanks Again surrounding lot mowed and allow agriculture Ken Furlong during the winter kept the to teachers, from the areas of drive to the doorway production agriculture, CARD OF THANKS A heart-felt thank you to cleared. Thanks also to the horticulture, agriculture all of our wonderful friends, several persons that secured mechanics, and agricultural barrels for us. business, to gain updated neighbors and relatives for We sincerely regret that information and skills the words of comfort, cards, phone calls, food and florial we will no longer provide this pertaining to their area of tributes at the time of Mom’s needed service to our instruction. This year’s TAW included death. May God bless each community any longer. Respectfully, sessions on linear dairy and everyone of you. Girl Scout Troops judging, irrigation, crop and Bud and Bea Gillaspie ofVermontville livestock production, hor­ and families Joyce Rathburn, ticulture, and computer John Willison Service Unit Director and families we should pack our 6,000 seat complex,” noted Lonny. “Yes, we know Jones has a record of ‘no-shows’, but we feel his changed lifestyle and desire to perform at outdoor facilities like ours should make for his appearance. He does own ‘Jones Country’, a 62-acre park and entertainment complex in Texas and likes the outdoor atmosphere for concerts,” added Kienutske. Jones, a top entertainer for the past 25 years, has hit stardom as a ‘solo’ singer and as part of a team with the famous Tammy Wynette, his wife for seven years (1968-‘75). As a team, George and Tammy recorded such award hits as, “Near You,” “Southern California,” “Golden Ring” and “Two Story House”. Since split­ ting, the two have appeared together at several concerts Local agriculture teacher attends state convention How can you get help fast when your car is smashed? Summer movies being presented at library No problem. Count on the “no problem” people at Auto-Owners Insurance. They pride themselves on fast, fair claims service based on their strong common sense approach to settlements. Just ask your Auto-Owners agent about his “no problem”claims service or better yet. ask someone who's had a claim handled by Auto-Owners! \sfuto-Owners Insurance The, No Problem PejopTe," Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Jud Knapper State Senator usage. “The information that I learned at this conference will help me to better prepare the students that I work with for jobs in areas they are interested in,” said Szydzik. In addition to technical sessions, meetings were held with state legislators and staff from the Michigan Department of Education to discuss issues facing education and agriculture. The TAW is sponsored each year through the cooperation of the Michigan Association of Teachers and Vocational Agriculture (MATVA), the Department of Agricultural and Ex­ tension Education (AEE) of Michigan State University, and the VocationalTechnical Education Service (VTES) of the Michigan Department of Education. Teresa Jones On Friday, July 19, at 1 p.m. at the Vermontville Congregational Church the library will present “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.” This movie is rated PG, and contains violence which may be frightening for young children. On Friday, Aug. 9 at 1 p.m. at the Vermontville Congregational Church the library will present ‘Pinocchio’. This movie is rated G. The movies are presented for your enjoyment and are free. (This article is a correction of one printed last week). throughout the country. As a single, Jones’ zipped to the top with his 1980 Grammy Award winner, “He Stopped Loving Her Tonight” and “She Thinks I Still Care”, a 1981 Grammy selection. The two hits were factors in George’s being named Male Vocalist of the Year by Country Music Association in 1980 and ‘81. First years of Jones’ career centered on hillbilly songs patterned after Hank Williams, Lefty Frizzell and Bill Monroe. He con­ centrated more on country western and blossomed into stardom. Advance tickets are $12.50 and $14.50 at the gate. Obituaries Mrs. Zoe E. Guy ZEPHYRHIILLS, FLA. Mrs. Zoe E. Guy, 81, of Zephyrhills, Fla., formerly of Hastings and Nashville areas, died Monday, July 8, 1985 at Zephyrhills Haven Nursing Home. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 12 at the Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Willis Stehman of­ ficiated with burial in Woodland Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mrs. Guy was bom Aug. 7, 1903 in Woodland Township the daughter of Charles and Estella (Warner) Early. She attended the Woodland school and received her teacher’s certificate from Barry County Normal. She was married to Leo E. Guy on June 9, 1923. She taught for three years in Barry County rural schools and following her marriage to Mr. Guy they lived in Nash­ ville, Carlton Center and Hastings areas before moving to Zephyrhills in 1975. During the early 1940s she was employed at Eaton Corp in Battle Creek and in the late 1940s she and her husband owned and operated the former Blue Inn Restuarant in Nashville. Her last employment was with the former Orchard In­ dustries in Hastings where she worked until they closed. Mr. Guy died Aug. 1978. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Zephyrhills and a forma* member of the Woodgrove Brethren Christian Parish in Coats Grove. Mrs. Guy is survived by one son, Max Guy of Hastings; two daughters, Mrs. Virgene Hurd of Zephyrhills, Mrs. Wilma Bassett of Lakeland, Fla.; eight grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Beth Rupe of Bellevue and Mrs. Mary Williams of Lansing. She was preceded in death by one brother, Glen Early. Elizabeth Askins NASHVILLE Mrs. Elizabeth Askins, 84, of 604 S. State St., Nashville, died Monday July 8, 1985 in Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey. Funeral services were held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 11 at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. Fr. Leon H. Pohl officated with burial in the Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial con­ tributions may be made to the church. Arrangements were by the Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. Mrs. Askins was boro in Germany on October 1, 1900, the daughter of Christian and Anna (Lehr) Meurer, She came to the United States and to Detroit in 1925. She was married to Charles E. Askins on January 22, 1927. They lived in Detroit, Webberville and Charlotte before coming to Nashville in 1955. She and her husband had farmed on Cloverdale Road until the early 1970s when they moved to the village of Nashville. Mr. Askins died January 28,1977. She was a member of St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. She is survived by one son, Raymond Askins of Boyne City and three grand­ children. Maple Valley STANDARD S7A/VDAAD Full-Service Convenience Station SERVING YOU WITH ... • Miller's Ice Cream & Novelties • Groceries • Sandwiches DOG FOOD 18% Protein................ 50 lb. bag Full Line of ... POOL CHEMICALS POOL OWNERS — WIN! Summer Supply of Liquid Chlorine (25 GALLON MAXIMUM) NAME ADDRESS Republican • Special Election PHONE. CLIP AND RETURN BY JULY 29, 1985 July 23, 1985 H a nd S at ur d a 6 a m t o Paid for by: Jud Knepper for Senate Committee. 142 N. Kalamazoo mall. Kalamazoo. Ml 49001. Robert Kent. Treasurer m S u n d a 8 a m to 1 0 m - M O JRe S M o zn da y ,h ru T h 1u1 rsd °y: 6 a . m . t o 1 0 p. m . : Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Location Comer M-66 & M-79 Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16. 1965 — Page 3 Improved communications important, survey shows Note: This is a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematic random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. The survey’s purpose is a i m ed t. i in pro viq g thp public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale, according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. An inquiry which Feaster says anchors the study of Maple Valley financial matters is “What do you think needs to be done in order to gain approval of additional millage n the future? The majority of the voters (51 percent).and staff (51 percent) replied “Improve communication, give honest, accurate information, show the need for additional millage and gain public confidence.” When voters were asked for how many years they think millage should be requested, 28 percent of public school parents responded that it should be a three year proposal, 29 percent of the respondents said two years and 19 per- Nashville native becomes veterinarian Joy Redmond has been awarded the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She was among 95 students to receive the degree during commencement and hooding ceremonies on campus June 8. Dr. Redmond is the daughter of Elmer and Junia Jarvie of Nashville. She is a 1976 graduate of Maple Valley High School. She plans to work for the Racing Commission as a com­ missioner’s veterinarian for harness racing. ‘‘Dr. Redmond’s veterinary skills will be a valuable asset to society,” says Dr. John B. Tasker, dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine. “Veterinarians play critical roles in maintaining the world’s food supply and protecting the health of companion animals and horses. Many pursue careers in public health, biomedical research, and veterinary education.” Graduates ofthe College of Veterinary Medicine have completed at least two years of college-bevel preveterinary requirements before entering the four-year professional program. The Engagements Ashcraft-Holt Isias the daugbta <i. । ■ in. mi Au u HUMS Sew lit hilt, M Statesiaiiitar; I is h Suwiriir a: Hosuial rites ut nty.My Mtttqlll i Mt in IS. Sum iudHih He. Ft. laldir totaiwith iben tie; *: t Wikoi rikp iH to » tote; itob Sbtniw cjtiiaw reebytle XasMe i Fwnl SniisiW Raynto to i* e bon in Cilj mi W BlW ddta veterinary program includes courses in basic sciences, such as anatomy, microbiology, and phar­ macology, as well as classes in the causes, detection, treatment, and prevention of diseases. Veterinary students also receive in-depth clinical experience in large and small animal surgery and medicine and are trained in professional ethics, business management, and client communication. cent said it should be a one year proposal. Of the staff questioned, 40 percent non-instructional said the millage request should be for two years, as did 33 percent of the teachers. Thirty-six percent of the teachers feel it should be a three year package, as do 16 percent of the noninstructional staff. Twentyfour percent of the noninstructional staff would support a one-year millage request. The survey notes that voters who indicated a preference for a longer length of time may also agree to a shorter length of time, and taking into account the survey sampling error tolerance of plus or minus five percent, the following can be projected. For a one year request, there is the possibility of 72 percent solid support, 53 percent support for two years or less, 34 percent support for three years or less, 11 percent for four years or less and eight percent support for a five year or less millage request. Leading the list of those voters (45 percent) would ask for additional information on millage proposals, are members of the school board, while- the superintendent leads the list of persons employees (37 percent) would ask for further information on such matters. When voters were asked what programs or services should be cut if the schools were forced to make more cuts, the majority of voters were unable to suggest any further cuts, with nearly one of five (18 percent) in­ dicating no more cuts should be made. The majority of staff members had the same feelings, with two of five (42 percent) indicating no further cuts should be made; although more than one of three instructional staff members (38 percent) suggested reducing bus transportation in order to cut school costs. Eighteen percent of the staff said there should be no more cuts if the schools were so forced, so the solution they give in that case is to close the schools. The majority of students also could suggest no further cuts, with one of five (22 percent) indicating that no more cuts, should be made. Fifteen percent said cut some of the sports or other extra curricular activities, 13 percent said cut band and choir and 11 percent said cut art. PHONE — 852-9107 Are You Building For the Future?! Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Ashcraft of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Donna Jean Ash­ craft to airman Troy Holt, son of Mrs. Ida Holt of Oak­ dale, Tenn, and Mr. Perry Holt of Midtown, Tenn. Donna is a senior at Maple Valley High School. Troy is serving in the U.S. Air Force at Fort Meade in Maryland. He is taking advanced training in com­ munications intellegence. Donna and Troy will make their home in Chicksands, England. No definate date has been set for the wedding. —Correction— In a previous story in the Maple Valley news about the Vermontville maintenance workers who are no longer allowed to install water and sewer lines on private property, it may have been misunderstood to read that the men were earning a profit from the former extra work. This is not true as the ACTION-ADS BLUEBERRIES: Pick your own, early crop, excellent picking, open 8 a.m. until noon, Monday thru Satur­ day, 5 p.m. to dark Monday thru Friday. Roy Hall, 2150 Hammond Rd., Hastings. 945-2189. men were paid their regular hourly wage by the village. The money the property owners invested for the work was turned over to the village, rather than to the workers themselves. Also, one of the accounts that money was taken from to create the buildings and grounds supplies fund in the recent budget ammendments was the repairs account rather than the wages, buildings and grounds account. Brian Moore is seeking reim­ bursement from Williams and Works and not from the village and Don Lewis will be reimbursed for all hours of work missed. WE ARE! We began many years ago in a small office on main street, and have grown with the residents of mid-Michigan. We invite you to come and build for the future financially, with us. Start with a small amount in one of our many savings plans. There's one that fits your needs! •91 Day Account «6 Month Account *One Year Account •18 Month Account *30 Month Account «3 VS Year Account •5 Year Account ’Regular Passbook Account •IRA Variable Rate Account *IRA Fixed Rate Account •N.O.W. Account ’Super N.O.W. Account •Christmas Club Account »MMDA Account FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: HOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAH - PHOHE 643-3880 EATON RAPIDS, MiCtiiui - FiiGoE SM-lSSl NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 862-1830 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 740-2811 OFFICE HOURS: Mon. tkrn Frl. 8:00 Io 4:30, Sol. 8:00 to 12:00 noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Page 4 tnutFT Memories of the pas POPULATION - 1374 by Susan Hinckley The following is a history of Nashville compiled by this writer for the new Barry County History Book being published later this year. The book will feature per­ sonal histories of many Barry County families, as well as community, business and organizational histories, etc. The text we prepared for Nashville will appear in two consecutive weekly in­ stallments in this column. The report attempts to cover some 130 years of Nashville’s history in rather concise form. Local church histories are not included in this ac­ count, for they are to be ' covered separately in the new book. One of the many physicians to serve Nashville in same building once occupied by Dr. Brown. The earliest white settlers in Nashville put down roots in the mid-1850s on the north bank of the Thorn­ apple River, near the present-day Putnam Park area (center foreground). The first frame building south of the river is believed to have been located on the NE corner of the Main and Reed streets intersection WELCOMES YOU TO NASHVILLE History of Nashville the past 120 years was Dr. Carl K. Brown, seen in this mid-1920s photo outside his North Main Street office. His untimely death at age 47 (in 1929) shocked and saddened the community. Brown's brother-in-law Stewart Lofdahl came to Nashville from Chicago to assume his practice. Later it was taken over by Lofdahl's partner Dr. Thomas Myers, who now is Nashville's only physician. His office is still located in the CHWAEM LCBOEMRES ofYOCUO TMOMERcf History of Nashville By Susan Hinckley Nashville, Barry County’s third largest town, nestles in the Thornapple River Valley with its eastern limits near the Eaton County line. It is located on two major trunklines, M-66 and M-79, and comprises parts of two townships: Castleton and Maple Grove. Though Nashville is no longer served by a railroad it owes both its name and its growth to an early local line: Grand River Valley RR. Though early pioneers opted to call the place “Forest City” for obvious reasons, it finally was named for Garadus Nash, chief civil engineer for the GRVRR. He may have offered to plat the village in return for the honor (accounts differ) but MODERN SCHOOLS - CHURCHES - LOW TAXES HOME AND INDUSTRIAL BUILDING SITES. he did not do the platting, and reasons for this are disputed. However, the name stuck and became official when Nashville was incorporated on March 26, 1869, in an act signed by Michigan’s governor, Henry P. Baldwin. . Other names for the community considered but rejected were “Johnstown” and “Greggsville,” the latter for pioneer developer George Gregg and his son Robert who finally drew up the first village plats in 1865. Mr. Nash resided in Nash­ ville only during the building of the GRVRR line, which commenced with surveying in 1866 and concluded with final construction in early 1869. The first white families to settle in Nashville put down roots north ofthe Thornapple River in what is now the Putnam Park area. Charles Hanchett and his brother Hiram appear to have been the first white residents within what is now the corporate limits of Nash­ ville. They were operating a crude saw mill and living in a log house nearby when the second white family, the Henry Feighners, arrived in 1854. Henry’s brothers, Solomn and William, also were early pioneers. In addition to those already named, and the George B. Gregg family which included 13 children, other early settlers were Jacob Purkey (whose son Thomas later became a noted stonemason in Nashville); Samuel R. Clendenin and John Webster, both blacksmiths; Eli Mallett, a miller; Alanson Phillips and O.E. Phillips. (white building visible just across the road from the old 1881 grist mill). Leonard Stauffer, Nashville's first merchant, operated a general store in his home there. Gradually the fledgling community spread southward and to the east, as seen in this about-1898 photo taken from atop the old standpipe water tower. Nashville's population numbered 642 for its first official count in 1870. The railroad's arrival triggered an unprecedented local building boom, and by 1880 the count had risen to 1,028. In this welcoming bill­ board from the 1950s era the village population is listed at 1,374. The last official census in 1980 showed Nashville had 1,628 residents. (The latter two were responsible for several of the ten subsequent additions to the original village.) The land on which Nash­ ville stands was purchased from the government in 18367 for speculation. From that time until the early 1850s no improvements were made. The Henry Feighners built the first frame house north of the Thornapple River, in what is now the corporate limits of the village. Indians were their nearby neighbors. The first blacksmith shop in the settlement was built in 1855 on what is not South Bridge Street, west of the river, by Samuel R. Clen­ denin; and for the next century Nashville was never without a blacksmith. Leonard Stauffer was the first merchant in Nashville. He operated a general store in his home on the east side of Main Street, just north of what is now Reed Street. His was the first frame building south of the river. Religious services were first conducted in Nashville in 1866 by Rev. J.H. Richards, a Methodist minister from Kalamo, inside a partially completed girst mill owned by the Mallett family. The first church service held within a regular house of worship in Nashville was in 1870 at the Christian Church, still in service now as Trinity Gospel at 219 Washington Street. In 1866 a notice was circulated for the purpose of a erecting, village schoolhouse, and it met with prompt response. The log building, situated west of what is now the Main Street business district near the swampy area adjacent to the river, was completed before dark on the appointed day. Miss Agnes Smith, later the wife of Nashville businessman Charles M. Putnam, was the first teacher. She had 13 students at the outset, but within a year the number of pupils had risen to 56. In the summer of 1867 the site where Kellogg Elementary Schooll now stands was cleared of timber and a two-room building erected. Two teachers were hired. By 1876 crowded conditions prompted the building of a small structure the prmary to house ouse te primary department. Nine years later even larger quarters were needed. A two-story brick Union School was built. The little primary school building was moved in 1885 to a site on Maple Street where it still stands after 90 years use as The Nashville News office. A disasterous nighttime fire on February 5, 1902, destroyed the Union School, and it was replaced later that year by a similarlystyled brick which continued to serve the community until consolidation with Ver­ montville into the Maple Valley system in 1963. An addition to the old school was made in 1936 through the help of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and that unit still serves as a middle school. (The 1902 portion was razed in 1966.) Also currently in use in Nashville is the Fuller Street Elementary School built in 1952. Nashville’s junior and senior high students are bussed to Maple Valley School, located in Eaton County, east of Nashville. The first physician in Nashville was Dr. John H. Palmer, who came there in early 1866, and was ap­ pointed its first postmaster on June 29th of that year. The post office was opened in his home. Mail was received three times weekly via stage from Battle Creek until the railroad’s arrival in 1869. Since that time Nashville’s post office has been located in a number of Main Street buildings. It currently is housed in a new post office dedicated in 1966. After Dr. Palmer’s tenure in Nashville several other physicians served the community over the years. Among the best remembered are Dr. W.H. Young; Dr. H.P. Comfort; Dr. Edgar T. Morris (who came to Nashville fresh out of medical school in 1898 and practiced there 60 years); Dr. Joseph T. Goucher (who gained a measure of notoriety by his conviction in 1888 of attempted grave robbery - allegedly for medical specimins at Barry ville Cemetery); husband and wife team, Drs. John I. and Minnie Baker; Dr. Francis F. Shilling; Dr. Pultz, who opened a small hospital on State Street; Dr. Carl K. Brown, a beloved family physician whose sudden death in 1929 shocked the community; Dr. Stewart Lofdahl, Brown’s brother-inlaw, who came from Chicago to assume his practice, and later returned to Chicago leaving the Nashville office in the hands of an associate, Dr. Thomas Myers, who still maintains it. Nashville’s growth is directly tied to the arrival of the first train on January 26, 1869, the date that regular Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Page 5 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coining Events — Wednesday, July 17 - Cemetery Board Meeting 7:30 p.m, Griswold Room. Sunday, J’BBl *l w. 'J**4 r$ ee JlS *«< Bjj*!jS !jS b?! a b?!*’O’t okj ji ’’uai®Ci Ju * *1 ®® lit Bfti • B‘‘ ■®£3jia S■H sbb, i;® i;®M, _*■b.,U,i| lnaWijj Bl**4C; ISS! asbi^i Mint iWewkii; ix® S hK ®a> axq t ant i IM if II »JJin5 XCdStrSp itaNMi Ikfdifttnt kNst nimutts [an in total usk nWsraii ! y a Snlhlkk y b jgftdiBi iimtaik ^■s sis tn Hi/jf taking1 jg KOjdjiS Nnff’iW’1 gXI ffkikt* July 21 Methodist Church worship service and picnic at Peabody Kelsey cottage at Duck Lake. Friday July 26 • Annual Sunshine Party at the Congregational Church. All ladies in community invited. Correction: C ommunity yard sale — Aug. 9 and 10. The Chamber of Commerce will list names and ad­ dresses, not list of items, which I mistakenly reported last week. Rev. Glenn Litchfield and Ken Frith and Michelle Shetenhelm spent last week at the Methodist Albright Camp near Reid City. Mrs. Ava Kroger attended the graveside services at Woodland Cemetery on Saturday morning for Mrs. Iva (Billy) Braithwaite, 88, of Charlotte. She was the adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Warner and as a child attended Ver- Memories, continued service was established from Jackson on the newly-built GRVRR line. The railroad later became Michigan Central, then New York Central, and more recently, Conrail, but is no longer operational, the tracks having been removed in 1984­ 85. Until the automobile came of age, the railroad was Nashville’s link with the outside world, and many oldtimers recall as many as four passenger trains daily between Jackson and Grand Rapids. Nashville’s population jumped from 642 in 1870 to 1,028 in 1880. The railroad’s arrival triggered an unprecedented building boom in the summer of 1870, with 75 new structures erected between April and October. By 1900 the census had risen to 1,164; in 1980 it is 1,628. To be continued next week montville School many years ago. Survivors are one son, Lloyd, of North Carolina and cousins. Rev. and Mrs. Luren Strait, who is the associate pastor of the Greenville Methodist Church attended the Vermontville Church Sunday morning. He was a member of the VHS Class of 1935. Miss Martha Zemke and Mrs. Ava Kroger attended the Eaton County Retired School Personal picnic at Bennett Park Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. John Rodriguez, Mr. and Mrs. Carson Ames and Mrs. Ava Kroger attended a party Wednesday evening for Crista Lynn Rodriguez on her sixth birthday. Mr. Dale Northrup is a patient at H.G.B. Hospital since Friday. The Housler family held a reunion Sunday at the Lions Club Park. Over 50 persons were there from Herndon, Va., Hastings, Florida and Charlotte. We were thankful for the rain early Sunday also for escaping the wind damage suffered in western Michigan, but the high humidity nearly 100 percent was very uncomfortable, especially for older persons. Mr. and Mrs. Monte O’Dell have started on construction of a new home next to their mobile home on North Main. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Mason and family have a new ex­ ange student from Belgium who came Saturday, and one from Finland is at the home of Ron and Nancy Carpenter. More details and pictures later. Thursday, July 18 - Ver­ montville Historical Society meets with the Eaton County Historical Society for a picnic and program on the old Courthouse lawn. Bring food to pass, table service, lawn chairs, and card table. RE OPENING AUGUST 5 «» ffejari iesajaararlBliB;nn^ The Craft Nook f®. 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Fund members are currently credited with a 40 percent advance premium discount off 1982 commercial rates for worker’s compensation. The Fund members are credited or debited in accordance with an approved experience rating formula. The Municipal Fund emphasizes loss control measures designed to reduce the frequency and severity of on-the-job injuries, and annually recognizes municipalities with good safety records. Attached is a list of area fund members and the amount being distributed as a current dividend to each member: Vermontville, 804.05; Woodland, 425.85. Maple Grove Birthday Club meeting July 23 The Club will meet Tuesday, July 23 with Ruby Ball at her home in Nash­ ville. Beatrice Rogers is co­ hostess. Helen Schantz will bring the birthday cake. Potluck dinner at 12:30. The last thing you need now is a problem with your homeowners insurance. Home, sweet home. Sometimes it’s difficult to keep it that way. 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The 30 scouts and chaperones shared a dorm room at the village, enjoyed a slide show, museum and village tour, played games from the time depicted, and went swimming. One leader felt that the trip “gave a college type experience to the girls”, with the sharing of the dorm room and dining room meals. Greenfield Village focuses on life in the early 20th century. The village has restored homes, colonial and farm houses. The museum looks at the American way of life and inventions from the past 200 years, from locomotives and planes and engines to farm equipment, irons and the old fashioned kitchen. On a trip of another kind, the Cadets and Seniors (7-10 graders) took a drive to Niagara Falls for the weekend. The 10 scouts and adults spent their time ad­ miring the beautiful falls from the New York side as well as from the Canadian side of the river. Native Indian handiwork and dances were enjoyed at the “turtle” museum. 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Parents were treated to OF All Eaton County 4-H clubs and members are invited to participate in the fourth annual “Trash Barrel Decorating Contest” at the 1985 Fair. The trash barrels will be displayed and used during the fair. Clubs that camp may use their barrel to identify their camping area. Contestants must paint and decorate a fifty gallon or larger metal drum barrel. There will be classes for individual entries, team of two entries, and dub entries. Judging will be held on 1986 This area's only Professional Photography Studio offering ... NO SITTING CHARGES Indoors — Outdoors — or Both No Extra Charge for: 16-20 Color Previews - Poses all Different O No Extra Charge for: Photography at your Location No Extra Charge for: Changes of Clothes No Extra Charge for: Additional People, Pets, Props O No Extra Charge for: Superior Quality Custom Prices Why take chances... Compare Price, Compare Quality, Compare Poses Then book your setting TODAY at... the VICTOR IAN V. I I|| 4,T||| 228 N. JEFFERSON HASTINGS, Ml. 945-4703 Local scouts prepare for national jamboree Trash barrel decorating contest at Eaton 4-H Fair SENIORS CLASS Several adults recdved Area Award for her tea and cookies, slide show, a recognition at the annual dedication and contribution wacky fashion show, a council award banquet and to Girl Scouting in this area. potluck supper, a cookout at the area award night. Jeri Baker received the and many an exciting story Joyce Rathburn, service unit Green Angel Badge at the over the year. director for Sunfield and award banquet for the area Other favorite activities were rollerskating, helping Vermontville, received the leaders and service teams. on the Christmas basket project, camping, day camp, and badge work. Many of the active Juniors earned 10-15 badges and pins. Both the Junior troop, the Cadet troop and the Senior troop completed 52 Scouts and six scout sponsored by the West requirements for the All Star leaders from western Michigan Shores Council, Troop patch for the second Michigan will leave at 4:30 Boy Scouts of America will year, meeting over 50 a.m. Saturday, July 20, 1985 return back to the Council requirements in scouting, for the eleventh National Service Center at 1935 service and leadership. Scout Jamboree, which will Monroe Avenue, Grand Vermontville leaders were be held at Fort A.P. Hill, Rapids Sunday August 4, involved in training to up­ Virginia from Wednesday, after visiting Williamburg, date old skills and learn new July 24, through Tuesday Jamestown, the Yorktown ones so the troops were July 30. Natural Battlefield, Rich­ better prepared for the Held every four years, the mond, James River Raft activities planned. National Scout Jamboree, Excursion, Busch Gardens, which will attract nearly Sea World, and Washington 28,000 Scouts and leaders D.C. The leaders in charge are: throughout the nation, features the skills of Scoutmaster Charles scouting, the Nation’s Whitman, Fremont, and heritage, physical fitness, Roger Barber, Muskegon, conservation, and the Spirit and Andy Ceuske, White Sunday, July 21 at 5 p.m. Hall, and David Hansen, of brotherhood. near the sale tent on the Shores, Dale Let by an experienced Norton fairgrounds. The barrels will team of adult Scouters, the Ossenheimer, Nashville, and be judged equally on local Scout contingent, Jim Hines, Wayland. orginiality-creativity, neatness, use of fair theme, and color scheme. Judges for the contest will be County Commissioners Connie Burgess from Potterville and Eldon Dymond from Charlotte. For more information, contact the Eaton County Wednesday, July 17 - 3:30-10 p.m. Arts Workshop, Kellogg Cooperative Extension Biological Station. Service at 543-2310 or 372­ Thursday, July 18 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Fair Superintendents and Clerks Meeting, Commercial Building, Fairgrounds. 5594. Friday, July 19 - 4-H Day at Boblo Island July 19-20 - 4-H Entomology Workshop, Kellogg Biological ACTION-ADS Station BIG 7 FAMILY GARAGE Saturday, July 20 - 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Judging of all non­ SALE: some antiques, bikes, livestock 4-H projects except foods, flowers, crops, lots of dothing, in excellent vegetables, demonstrations, public speaking, teen condition for all sizes. 718 leadership and performing arts. Commercial Building, Durkee St., on M-66, Nash­ Fairgrounds ville. July 18, 19, 9 a.m.-6 July 20-28 - Eaton County 4-H Fair, Fairgrounds July 20 -26 - Beaver Island 4-H NREE Camp, Beaver Island. p.m. Linda Boldrey’s. July 23-25 Ag Expo - Ag Expo ‘85, MSU LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 Wednesday, July 24 - 4-H Horticulture Contest, MSU years experience, very Friday, July 26 - Homemaker’s Day at The Fair, 1 p.m., reasonable rates. Honest and Fairgrounds dependable. 458 S. Main St., Saturday, July 27 - State 4-H Dog Show, MSU Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) July 27-Aug. 2 - 1985 Coast-The-Coast Bike Tour, Southwest GARAGE SALE: July 18 and Michigan 19, 9 to 8 p.m., July 20, 9 to 5 Saturday, August 3-10 a.m. County Shoting Sports Tour­ p.m. Avon bottles collec­ nament, Bellevue Conservation Club. tibles, dishes, books, clothes, Saturday, August 3 - 4-H Day with the Tigers, Detroit. tools, 3 wheel bike, and lots Monday, August 5 - 1:30 p.m. State Tractor Operator more, 763-9848 10594 Curtis Contest, St. Johns. Rd. on the Barry-Eaton Monday, August 5 - 8 p.m, 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, County Line. Fairgrounds. August 7-10 - Youth Camp, Kettunen Center f/V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ Thursday, August 8 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, Tuesday, Aug. 13-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., 726-0100. (tfn) Charlotte. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Hand Car Wash CARS $5°° PICKUPS $800 5Qt.0il r... $1X143 Lube & Filter.. 4 Qt. Oil . $1X0u4%7s Lube & Filter.. Also Available... GOODYEAR, MICHELIN, HERCULES, ATV, TIRES and WHEELS We also carry BATTERIES RAPID OIL &TIRE 204 S. Main, Nashville, Mich. or 945-4704 KIRT PETERSEN, Owner Call...852-1948 OPEN Mon-Sat 8:30 am-6 pm ...for OIL & TIRES ®ver 150 VHS Titles to Choose From Songwriter, Tron, Cotton Club Johnny Dangerously, Dune and Nightmare on Elm Street Rent tapes on Saturday and enjoy the Entire Weekend Back by Noon on Monday (Closed Sunday) Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. MAIN, NASHVILLE • 852-1948 Open: Mon-There. 8:30-8 pm. Frt. t Sol. 8:30-9 pm; Cloud Sunder �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Page 7 Homemaker's Day set for July 26 at Eaton Fair Friday, July 26, of fair week has been decreed Homemaker’s Day. Ac­ tivities will begin at 1 p.m., in the Community Tent. They include a Maple Syrup Food Demonstration by Joyce Haigh of Haigh’s Sugar House Farm, a visit by 1984’s Miss Michigan and the crowning of the 1985 Eaton County Champion Homemaker. This year four women are seeking the title of Champion Homemaker. The Champion Homemaker is selected according to their personal involvement with com- munity, family and youth activities. Previous to the Homemaker Day activities, the selection committee: Kirt Sulzman and Mary J. Jorsuch of the Potterville Community Education received written ap­ plications and held personal interviews with each can- Land improvement a focus of demonstrations at MSU's Ag Expo This year’s field demon­ strations during Michigan State University’s Ag Expo ’85, July 23-25, will demonstrate the newest technology available for land improvement practices. These will include the latest concepts in drainage tile installation, pond development, surface water diversion, laser surveying techniques and subirrigation practices. The daily demonstrations are being sponsored by the MSU Department of Agricultural Engineering in cooperation with the Michigan Land Improvement Contractors Association. Included will be a demonstration of field contour mapping using a microcomputer. “This demontration in­ cludes a laser surveying system that is mounted on a vehicle that is driven across the site to be tiled and provides data needed to plan land improvement — in­ cluding tiling a field - in a matter of hours instead of days,” says Ted Loudon, MSU Agricultural engineer. The system also provides more information about the characteristics of the field and its drainage contours 4-H Small Animal Auction scheduled July 27 at fair M H, hg fatmtas, |it i^i i perfuming grts, CanMtul h aCmlyUfiifiiijEi • fair's Dijlfclili f-Sittl-HDogShw.K' ftalJWoastWiii’ ,'aservatioo Club. l4HDaj#ifiWW^ I. i:3Q p.m. Stale Wr .ipji..tftoril’1 I|C itBjpjjIiretttW!®*1! |.jpjrrtto!®1’ (oalnienrf’1^'* When one mentions the 4-H auction at the Eaton County 4-H Fair, people tend to think of steers, pigs and lambs. To many 4-H’ers there’s another meaning. The othr 4­ H auction is for smaller animals, and is called the Small Animal Auction. The Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Association would like to invite you to their fifth annual 4-H Small Animal Auction. We hope you can attend this year and bring a friend. The Auction will be held on Saturday, July 27, at 2 p.m. in the big sale tent on the Fairgrounds in Charlotte. 4-H members will offer ducks, goats, rabbits, turkeys and chickens in the sale. Both market and breeding stock will be sold. Animals pur­ chased may be used for breeding, as pets, for resale, or for butchering. The Small Animal Association was organized at the beginning of 1981 and its purpose is to help provide educational activities for all the 4-H’er with Small Animals. The 4-H members have worked hard to raise ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: New red Pontiac potatoes. John Aiken 10363 W. Lawrence Hwy. 852­ 1960. (7-16). top quality animals. They have been busy making plans for this year’s sale to be a success. By purchasing animals in the sale, you will be supporting 4-H’ers and buying top animals for eating, breeding or publicity. Buyers at the sale will receive county-wide publicity. Their names will be listed in thank-you ads in local papers and also on next year’s sale bill. Buyers will also receive a special recognition ribbon to display in their home or business. Remember, in any 4-H auction the price over market or breeding value is tax-deductable. Animals purchased in the sale will be released immediately following the sale and must be picked up by 8 a.m. Sunday, July 28. If you would like to attend the sale, there are buyers passes at the Cooperative Extension Service office. A pass provides the buyer with free admission and parking on sale day. For more in­ formation about the auction or to request a proxie card if you cannot attend the sale, contact Greg Sivyer at 649­ 8931 or the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Please come and support our 4-H Auction!! than conventional methods, which require survey crews and days of work at a drawing board, Loudon says. The tile drain installations will be done by eight or more tiling machines using trenching and plow concepts. All of the units will be using the laser grade control system. “One of the unusual aspects of the tile drainage demonstration is that tile will be installed through standing corn,” Loudon says. Though some of the crop is damaged during the in­ stallation, the long-range benefits overshadow the loss, principally because the tiling machine tends to fracture the soil more ex­ tensively in the summer when it is dry and so provides better drainage performance in future years. That’s not the case when tiling is done in the spring or fall, when soils are wetter. Under those conditions, installation of the tile tends to smear the soil, and this permanently reduces drainage efficiency. “Another interesting aspect of the tiling demontsrations will be a new method of putting a field drainage tile under a roadway,” Loudon says. “This process involves jacking and boring and saves a considerble amount of time and expense, compared with digging a trench through the roadway.” The subirrigation system will demonstrate a dual­ purpose field drainage sytem for crop protection against soils that are too wet or too dry. Many soils that need tile drainage in spring can also benefit the irrigation in the summer. Water can be pumped back into the tile system during the dry months. The advantage of subirrigation over a sprinkler system is primarily in the amount of energy saved in pumping subirrigation requires substantially less pressure and its dual-purpose nature - drainage as well as crop watering. didate. Those running for the title include: Anna Mae Conley, Charlotte; Karen Haigh, Bellevue and Mabel Kriescher and Rosetta McCarrick, both of Eaton Rapids. Anna Mae Conley has been married for over 36 years to her husband Elmer and resides at 1649 E. Clinton Trail in Charlotte. They have one daughter, Sherry, a son Roger, and two grand­ children. Anna Mae worked for Consumer Power for over 25 years in a variety of jobs. She volunteers weekly at the Immaneul Nursing Home, is a member of the United Brethern Church and of the East Brookfield Extension Study Group. She and Elmer enjoy traveling and have been to several countries. Karen Haigh and her husband Larry of 20 years, have two children: Lynn, 15 and Lachelle, 13. Karen teaches school in the Bellevue School District where the family resides. She is active in her church as a youth group advisor and Sunday School Superin­ tendent. Karen is involved as a 4-H leader and in the Bellevue Extension Study Group. For the past two years she and Larry have served as campground superintendents at the Eaton County Fair. Mabel Kreisher and her husband John have spent 20 years in the Air Force and returned to live in Eaton Rapids. They have three children: Carol, Barbara and Brian. As the children grew, Mabel was active in Girl and Boy Scouts, 4-H and as youth choir director. She remains an active member of the Bobbin’s United Methodist Church. When asked shy this competition is important, she replied, “I have always felt that being a homemaker was a very honorable and rewarding profession.” Rosetta McCarrick is a native of Eaton County and lives with her husband Charles in Eaton Rapids. Rosetta is a step-mother to four children and two grandchildren. She is em­ ployed by the Eaton Rapids Public Schools as a bus driver where she has worked for the past five years, in­ volved as a 4-H Ad­ ministrative Leader of the Island City Variety 4-H Club and is a member of the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids. Rosetta says “I volunteer to work with anything that involves children and school bus safety.” This year’s 1985 Eaton County Champion Homemaker will compete at the Michigan State Fair held in Detroit for the State Homemaker title in late August. A special thanks to Kirk Sulsman and Mary J. Jorsuch for being this year’s judges. Two of the above women will be named as Eaton County Champion Homemaker and First Runner-Up. There will be raffle tickets available throughout the week for delicious homemade pies, which will be drawn during the program. There will also be door prizes and goody-bags, for added attractions for all who attend. Bedford Auction • Food Sale • Saturday, July 20,4 PM ★ Seafood ★ Meats ★ Vegetables ★ Many other kinds of food — Bring Coolers — BEDFORD AUCTION (M-37) — SALE EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at 7 PM — Ph. 968-5178 -nr Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service ft new ADDRESS: 131 S. STATE ST., NASHVILLE ' F.l One Block East of Cappon Shell Phone 1-517-852-0940 licensed Monicvf1st Think Suntan! Call for information on ... Suntan Packages — We have an easy payment plan — CHERYL VALDICK Mon. and Tues. DIANA KUEMPEL DIANA KUEMPEL Wed., Thurs., & Fri, CHERYL VALDICK 105 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml • 852*0713 �The Maple Valley New», Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Page 8 Driver education, From the classroom, students then climb into the driver’s seat, keeping in mind the first most im­ portant aspects of safety they were taught-seats, belts, doors and mirrorschecking to be sure each is secure before ignition is commenced. The car is driven first in the parking lot, before venturing into the real world. “Getting a driver’s license is the first step to maturity,” Maxson notes, “but at the same time, it’s like a loaded weapon.” He should know. Two weeks ago, Maxson and three students were the victims of an unalert driver who pulled into the path of the Maple Valley student vehicle in Battle Creek. No one was injured, but the driver education car was damaged. “That was one of the scariest moments,” Maxson recalls also noting that i t was a good lesson for the students who realized accidents do continued from page 1 happen. “A lot of times, the new drivers are not as alert as they should be,” Kipp ob­ serves. ‘-‘They drive in a tunnel, keeping their eyes only on the road in front of them when they should be aware of all that goes on around them, watching the other drivers. Some feel there is a shield around them and nothing can happen.” That is where the in­ structor comes in. “I have to be watching everything the student is doing, and in addition, I have to interperate what the other driver is going to do,” said Kipp who also notes he feels secure knowing there is a brake on the passenger side he can use if necessary. “I seldom relax.” When on the road, students learn what each sign and signal means, and practice driving in all types of stiuations. “We teach them city driving, and rural and expressway driving,” said Maxson. After a student passes driver’s education and goes on to get his or her own license and car, the men claim this is when the students “true colors show.” “You can usually predict what kind of drivers they are going to be when they are on their own,” Kipp explained. Multiple Sclerosis patients and families invited to picnic Aug. 3 Western Michigan Branch Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society holds its annual picnic from 5 to 10 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Douglas Walker Park, 84th Street in Hudsonville. MS persons and their families are encouraged to attend. Bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Meat and beverage will be provided. Entertainment will be presented by the Williams Family, a bluegrass band by classical guitarist, Stephen Gimby. Also, fun and games for the children. For further information, call Kelly at 531-0976 or the local office at 669-0330. Information about multiple sclerosis and services available to multiple sclerosis persons can be obtained by calling the local office at 669-0330. Teens sought for fair public address system Are you a teen, 14-18 years of age and looking for a new experience this summer that will help you develop your public speaking skills? The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service Home Economics program is looking for 12 teen volunteers to manage the public address system At a White House dinner in the winter of 1802, President during the Eaton Count 4-H Thomas Jefferson served his guests an unusual dish he had Fair, July 21-27. discovered during his travels in Europe. It was “a pie called Any interested teen will be macaroni.” Although made with what is now known as spaghet­ ti, the dish was the forerunner for that all-American favorite. required to attend training Baked Macaroni and Cheese, most typically made with elbow sessions and take an active macaroni. When you serve this macaroni and cheese give thanks role in the mangement of the to Jefferson. WYAP (young advertising professionals) booth at the BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE fair. For this service, teens 2 tablespoons Argo corn 14 cup corn oil margarine starch 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese will be given free'fair passes M teaspoon salt 4 cups cooked elbow and WYAP T-shirts. 14 teaspoon dry mustard macaroni For more information % teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons fine dry bread contact Mona Ellard, Ex­ 2 cups milk crumbs tension Home Economist at In n 2-quart -quar saucepan, s stirr together oge er com sarc starch,, sa salt,, musar mustard 543-2310 or 372-5594, as soon and pepper. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Add margarine. as possible. No past ex­ Stirring constantly, bring to boil over medium heat and boil 1 minute. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Toss with perience is needed, only macaroni. Turn into greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle top responsible teens need ap­ with bread crumbs. Bake in 350°F oven 30 minutes or until plybubbly. Makes 6 servings. High blood pres­ sure may not hurt now, but it can shorten your life. Cut your weight, your salt, your risk. May is High Blood Pressure Month WE'RE FIGHTING FOR YOUR LIFE American Heart Association It’s fair time for the Junior Livestock Association Members of the Eaton County 4-H Clubs and Junior Livestock Association are eagerly getting ready for the 1985 Eaton County 4-H Fair, July 21-27. There is lots to be done in preparing for a week of learning, competition, camping, barn duty, new friends and just plain fun through involvement in the 4­ H livestock programs. A 4-H’er begins by either raising or purchasing a young animal and then feeding and caring for the animal each day. The young people learn much by feeding, grooming and training their animals and having to work together for the months necessary to get ready for the fair. Members come from all areas of the county and from all walks of life. The lessons and skills they learn in responsibility, animal care, decision making and cooperation with others, will follow them throughout their lives. At the fair there is all the excitement of the livestock judging contest, showmanship, and market class competition, but one of the biggest events is Sale Day, marking the culmination of months of hard work. The Junior Livestock Association members wish to invite the community and its commerical and i ndustrial business people to join them at their annual Market Livestock Auction. The big sale will be held at the fairgrounds in Charlotte on Thursday, July 25, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Those interested are encouraged to come early to view the animals which will be offered in the sale. The sale includes high quality lambs, hogs, and steers. Beef, pork and lamb carcasses will also be available. This is a good place to find some quality meat for the freeze and if one cannot use an entire animal, it can be split with a friend. One may wish to support the program for advertising purposes only, Eric Day, Jr. Livestock Association President, explains, “We want the public to know that the benefits of supporting the Auction and purchasing a market animal are not for personal consumption. If a buyer wishes, he may sell his market animal at any of the local sales. They only ex­ pense to the buyer then is the difference between the price that he pays at the auction and the market price at fair time.” These arrangements can be made on sale day. Live animals will be trucked to the slaughter house or livestock auction of the buyers choice, free of charge. Buyers also receive advertising through the publicity at the fair and the newspaper recognition for themselves or their establishment. At the buyer’s request a photograph of the market animal and 4-H member will be taken at no cost to the buyer. This and the buyer’s recognition card can be displayed in their place of business, or home, to show others their support of this youth program. Day adds that, “All buyers are invited to be our guests at the Junior Livestock Buyer’s Appreciation Banquet, to be held Sep­ tember 28. This is an evening of good food and fellowship, held in honor ofthe buyers. It is our way of saying ‘Thanks’”. If more information is needed, please call the Cooperative Extension Office, at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Eaton County 4-H Fair near All across Eaton County, 4­ H and FFA youth are putting finishing touches on projects they have been working on all year and will be displaying at the 1985 fair, scheduled for July 21-27 at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The fair gives the young people a chance to demon­ strate what they have ac­ complished in their project and to have their exhibits evaluated by judges. Whether it is an animal or a ceramic project, it represents many hours of hard work, dedication and patience. The fair is a highlight of the 4-H’ers year as the 4-H program en­ courages all youth to ex­ perience many different activities and educational opportunities. The fair also emphasizes family involvement and volunteerism. The Eaton County 4-H Fairboard, 4-H Council and the Cooperative Extension Service staff would like to invite everyone to the 1985 4­ H Fair. 4-H club booths full of such projects as woodworking, macrame, foods, drawings, crafts, and much more will be located in the large green Commercial Building near the front of the fairgrounds. The clubs will decorate their booths to the theme of the fair “Eaton County 4-H Behold; Michigan Fair Association is 100 years old.” Several antiques, rein­ forcing the fair theme, will also be on display throughout the fairgrounds. While at the fair, stop in at the Cooperative Extension Service booth and 4-H office in the Commercial Building and learn about their programs and 4-H throughout the county. The 4-H clowns will also have a booth in the Com­ mercial Building. They will be doing face-painting and balloon animals at various times during the week. The talent show will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in the fair tent. Moving on to the back of the Fairgrounds, you can visit the livestock project exhibits. Poultry, rabbits, horses and ponies, sheep, dairy, swine, goats and beef animals will be groomed to perfection. Whether they are large animals or small, the youngsters feel plenty of pride in the work they have done to prepare their livestock for public exhibit. Several newly decorated trash barrels will also be decorating the grounds. The 4-H Council will again be running their Food Shack, which features the Friday Chicken Bar-B-Que. Fair visitors are invited to relax in the Dixon 4-H mini-park and enjoy the beauty of evergreens and flowers located throughout the fairgrounds. 4-H youth will again be featured in two grandstand shows. The second state sanctioned 4-H Rodeo in Eaton County will be held on Tuesday, July 23. Slack will be run at 10 a.m. and the grandstand show will begin at 7 p.m. 4-H members from throughout Michigan will be performing. On Friday, July 26, at6:30 p.m., the 1984 Miss Michigan, an excellent ventriloquist, will be performing followed by the 4-H Awards Program and Parade of Champions. The livestock auction will be held in the big sale tent on Thursday, July 25, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Here is an opportunity for anyone to select some choice meat at the sale and also support youth programs.’ The fifth Eaton County 4-H Fair Small Animal Auction will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27. This sale will include chickens, ducks, geense, goats, rabbits, and turkeys. Also on July 27 the Sweepstakes Showmanship Contest gets underway at 11 a.m. There is also a full schedule of additional grandstand shows, as well as many commercial exhibits to view and rides to enjoy. Whatever your interests, there’s something for everyone at the fair. Hundreds of volunteers, all dedicated to the concept of our 4-H fair, are giving freely of their time and expertise to ensure that all fair visitors will come away with lasting memories of yet the biggest and best Eaton County 4-H Fair. Annual Sunshine Party on July 26 In keeping with the tradition dating back to 1938, all older ladies of Ver­ montville and the surrounding areas will be entertained from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the last Friday of July. Sponsored jointly by the ladies of the United Methodist Church and the Congregational Church, the meeting this year will be held in the Griswold Room. The program planned will be brief to allow time for visiting and making new aquaintances.. While on this occasion all ladies 75 years of age or older are special guests, all ladies of the area are invited to attend. Chicken Barbeque July 19 Chicken Barbeque, Cen­ tral United Methodist Church, Lake Odessa Fri., July 19, 5:30. Adults $4, Children $1.75. E.W. Bliss retirees meet E. W. Bliss Retirees regular meeting, 12 noon, Thursday, July 18 at U.A.W. Hall, Woodlawn Ave. ACTION-ADS BABYSITTER NEEDED for one two year old, weekend nights in my Nashville home. 852-0846 Nashville. 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MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING JUNE 27, 1985 The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:15 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville. All present, Furlong, Chaffee, Kent, Harvey Tobias and Frith. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Motion by Kent, supported by Harvey to pay the quarterly fire board payment of $2,500 and the quart­ erly ambulance board payment of $100. All ayes. Mo­ tion carried. Motion by D. Chaffee and B. Harvey to ammend the motion made on May 23, 1985 regarding the Truth and Taxation Hearing to collect the full 16 mills. No, Furlong. Yes, Kent, Chaffee, Frith, Tobias and Harvey. Motion carried. Motion by R. Furlong supported by G. Kent to adopt the attached resolution to abandon the alley running east and west between Lot 16 and 17 of A.W. Phillips Addition, the village reserves the right to easements. The intersection of the north and south alleys must be kept open. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by B. Harvey to abandon the east end of Washington Street, east of Edna. The village reserves the right to easements for utilities. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias to adopt a resolution to approve the contract with the Mich­ igan Department of Transportation and give the Vil­ lage President John Hughes and Village Clerk, Susan M. Corkwell authority to sign contracts. All ayes. Mo­ tion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by G. Kent that the NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING July 18, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Commun­ ity Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Lewis Powers is requesting a special use permit and variance in order to place a mobile home on Lots 70 and 71 in the Hardendorf Addition on Gregg Street. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals* Nashville Village Council supports Castleton Twp. in their upcoming vote for a 3 year V4 mill renewal and a Vi mill increase to go to the Nashville ambulance. Vote to take place at the Special Election on August 13, 1985. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Kent, supported by Harvey to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m. John Hughes, Village President July 11, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk Village of Nashville MINUTES of PUBLIC HEARING JUNE 27, 1985 A Public Hearing was held at 7:00 p.m. at the Com­ munity Center in Nashville. Hearing was called to order by John Hughes, Village President. Present were Chaffee, Tobias, Kent, Frith and Harvey. Ab­ sent R. Furlong. The Purpose of the Public Hearing was to discuss the abandonment of the alley running east and west between Main Street and State Street and north and south between Church and Railroad Street. Lot 16 and 17 and Lots 9 and 10 of the A.W. Phillips Addition. Public Hearing recessed at 7:10 p.m. John Hughes, President July 11, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk Village of Nashville MINUTES of PUBLIC HEARING JUNE 27, 1985 A Public Hearing of the Nashville Village Council held June 27, 1985 was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:10 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville. Present were Chaffee, Tobias, Kent, Frith and Harvey. Absent, Furlong. » The Purpose of the Public Hearing was to discuss the proposed abandonment of the east end of Washington Street. East of Edna between Lots 12 and 13 of the Hardendorf Addition. Discussion. Public Hearing recessed at 7:14 p.m. John Hughes, Village President July 11, 1985 Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk RESOLUTION TO VACATE ALLEY RUNNING EAST AND WEST BETWEEN LOTS 16 & 17 OF A.W. PHILLIPS ADDITION, VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, BARRY COUNTY, STATE OF MCIHIGAN WHEREAS, on June 27, 1985 this body adopted a Resolution that it intended to vacate East and West Alley between Lots 16 & 17 of the A.W. Phillips Ad­ dition, in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, and ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) WHEREAS, no written objections to said vacation have been filed with the Village Clerk, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that East and West Alley between Lots 16 & 17 of the A.W. Phillips Addition, in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, be and the same is hereby vacated. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Village Clerk shall within thirty (30) days after the adoption of this Resolution send a certified copy of same to the Aud­ itor General of the State of Michigan and record a certified copy of same with the Register of Deeds for the County of Barry. MOVED BY Richard Furlong, supported by Gerald Kent, that the above Resolution be adopted as read. YEAS: Gerald Kent, Robert Harvey, George Frith, Dick Chaffee, Carl Tobias, Richard Furlong. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None. Dated: June 27, 1985 Nashville, Michigan I, Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk do hereby cer­ tify that the above is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Nashville Village Council, on June 27, 1985. Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk RESOLUTION TO VACATE THE EAST END OF WASHINGTON STREET IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, BARRY COUNTY, STATE OF MICHGIAN WHEREAS, on June 27, 1985, this body adopted a Resolution that it intended to vacate the East end of Washington Street, East of Edna Street, subject to reservations of all underground and overhead water, sewer, power line and telephone easements, and, WHEREAS, the final hearing on said Resolution was set for June 27, 1985, at 7:00 p.m.; WHEREAS, no written objections have been filed with the Village Clerk. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Washing­ ton Street, East of Edna Street between Lots 12 and 13 of the Hardendorf Addition, in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, be and the same is hereby vacated. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Village of Nash­ ville reserves rights for all underground and over­ head water, sewer, power line and telephone ease­ ments, if any. 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SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeal s �Th* Mapl* Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Pog* 11 Maple Valley Board of Education REGULAR MEETING (ORGANIZATIONAL) JULY 8, 1985 Present: Baker, Lehman, Cole, Sleeper, Tobias and Wolff. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by C. Wolff. 2. Election of Officers: President: Nomination made by Cole, supported by Tobias to elect David Hawkins for President. Moved by Tobias, supported by Baker nominations be clos­ ed. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. D. Hawkins elected President. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Vice-President: Nomination made by Cole, supported by Lehman to elect LeRoy Sleeper for Vice-President. Mov­ ed by Tobias, supported by Cole nominations be closed. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. LeRoy Sleeper elected Vice-President. Ayes: Baker, Cole, Lehman and Tobias. Absten­ tion: Sleeper. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Secretary: Nomination made by Tobias, supported by Baker to re-elect Paula Cole as Secretary. Moved by Tobias, supported by Baker nominations be clos­ ed. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. P. Cole re-elected as secretary. Ayes: Baker, Lehman, Tobias, Sleeper. Abstention: Cole. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Mo­ tion carried. Treasurer: Nomination made by Baker, supported by Cole to re-elect Tobias as Treasurer. Moved by Baker, supported by Lehman nominations be closed. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Tobias was re-elected Treasurer. Ayes: Sleeper, Lehman, Baker and Cole. Abstention: Tobias. 4. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Maple Valley Board Approves Regular Meeting Dates At the organizational meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Educa­ tion held Monday, July 8, 1985; the board members approved the fol­ lowing resolution regarding regu­ lar board meeting dates for the 1985-86 school year. Regular meetings of the Maple Valley Schools Board of Education will be held in the school admini­ stration building on the second Monday of each month starting at 7:00 p.m. The telephone number is (517) 852-9699. The following is the schedule of the regular meeting dates for the 1985-86 school year: July 8, 1985 August 12, 1985 September 9, 1985 October 14, 1985 November 11,1985 December 9, 1985 January 13, 1986 February 10, 1986 March 10, 1986 Apr i 114, 1986 May 12,1986 June 9, 1986 REWARD 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. — OfSIOO.OO — ...for a sign stolen from Red Barn at corner of Main St. & Reed St., Nash­ ville. Sign said, "Willys Whippet". Maroon with yellow letters. Stolen weekend of July 5, 6 & 7. Any infor­ mation will be kept confidential. Call... 852-9587 16. 17. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion car­ ried. Meetings: Motion made by Baker, supported by Cole to set the meetings of the board of education for the 1985-86 school year as follows: Place: Adminis­ tration Building; Day of Month - Second Monday of each month; Time: 7:00 p.m. and not later than 11:30 p.m. Roll call vote: Ayes: Tobias, Baker, Lehman, Sleeper and Cole. Nays: None. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion car­ ried. School Depository: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to maintain Michigan National Bank as school de­ pository for the 85-86 school year for the follow­ ing accounts: General Fund Accounts, Internal Activity Accounts, Hot Lunch Account, Building and Site Accounts, Debt Retirement Accounts, Payroll Account. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to approve the minutes of the regular board of education meeting held June 12, 1985. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Bills: Motion made by Cole, supported by Tobias to ap­ prove payment of bills from general fund in the amount of $48,174.88. Ays: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Payrolls: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve the transfer from General Fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: June 14th (Chapter I - Reading) $5,334.14; June 21st $16,454.44; June 25 (Chapter I - Reading) $5,305.86; July 5th $13,104.70. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Superintendent's Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. Maintenance - Fuller: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to have our janitors replace tile with materials onhand and purchase any materials necessary to repair floor at Fuller Elementary. Ayes: All. Ab­ sent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Dyslexia: There was further discussion regarding dyslexia training at Maple Valley, including an in-service program at the opening staff meeting, August 26. Athletic Policy: Motion made by Lehman, supported by Baker to approve the proposed athletic policy as the first reading, including ticket price and eligibility as agreed upon at the athletic boosters meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Osenheimer. Motion carried. MESSA Insurance: Motion made by Lehman, supported by Cole to accept the proposals of the Maple Valley Educa­ tion Support Personnel Associatoin and Maple Valley Education Association/ECEA for the hand­ ling of funds resulted in changing from Equitable compared to Blue Cross. Funds to be used for professional development. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Closed Session — Time: 8:31 p.m. Motion made by Cole, supported by Tobias that the Board of Education convene in closed ses­ sion to consider tenure charges against teacher, Charles Gillmore, for the reason that the em­ ployee has requested the charges to be consid­ ered in closed session. Roll call vote: Ayes: Tobias, Baker, Lehman, Cole and Sleeper. Nays: None. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Mo­ tion carried. Open Session — Time: 8:50 p.m. Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman for the Maple Valley Board of Education proceed with tenure charges against science teacher, Charles Gillmore. Ayes: Tobias, Baker, Cole, Lehman and Sleeper. Nays: None. Absent: Haw­ kins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Recall Teacher: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to recall June Wallace on one-half day basis. Salary to be covered by federal Chapter I funds. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Textbooks: Motion made by Lehman, supported by Cole to approve Burr Hartenburg's recommendations for the purchase of textbooks for the Jr-Sr High, total cost $8,101.72. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. Fifth Grade: Considerable discussion regarding fifth grade class size at Kellogg Elementary for the 1985-86 school year. This issue will be discussed with H. Yost with consideration being given to another classes added or a split fifth/sixth grade class. 18. Truth in Taxation: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to hold the truth in taxation hearing at the regular board meeting. August 12, 1985. Ayes: All. Ab­ sent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried 19. Tuition Students: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to ac­ cept tuition students and charge be the same as 1984-85 school year. Elementary Students - $186; Jr-Sr High School $248. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. 20. Committee Reports: There were no committee reports at this time. 21. Blacktop - Fuller: General concensus of the board was to receive estimates on blacktop repair at Fuller Elemen­ tary. 22. Science Teacher: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Lehman to accept Burr Hartenburg's recommendation to hire Mr. Lonnie Spencer as Science-Biology Teacher and Assistant Varsity Football Coach. Science-Biology Teacher Salary - $18,259. Asst. Varsity Football Coach - $988.00. Ayes: All. Ab­ sent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried 23. Advisory Committee: The Vo-Ag Advisory Committee will be meeting in the near future to discuss a proposal for equip­ ment purchases for the vo-ag program from teacher, Rona Szydzik. Funds are available through Eaton Intermediate vocational program. 24. Other Business: There was no other business. 25. Adjournment —- Time: 10:25 p.m. Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to ad­ journ the meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Hawkins and Ossenheimer. Motion carried. PAULA COLE Secretary Board of Education EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps) GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE’VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. 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Unfortunately, one of these programs has already been dropped and others may be dropped in the future because of concern about high insurance premiums. Parents in school districts throughout Michigan tape a house or ‘helping hand’ symbol in their windows to let children know that they are willing to help if a child is frightened or ill. This bill places parent block programs where they belong in the law - under the “good Samaritan act”. Parents participating in the block programs who give emergency assistance to school children in good faith would not be liable for civil damages whether an injury occurred through action or omission on their part. They would still be liable for gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct. But the point is, that one or two lawsuits in a particular district could mean the end of a valuable program that protects children and adds another dimension of neighborhood safety. Our goal isn’t government intrusion into a program that works well. It is to provide necessary legal protection so valuable volunteers will continue to be good Samaritans to the children who rely on them/ Attorney General Ruling on Workers’ Comp Creates Problems Attorney General Frank Kelley’s recent and highly controversial decision regarding the expiration, or “sunset” clause of disability definitions in Michigan’s worker’s compensation laws could affect more than 90 public laws with “sunset” provisions. This has prompted one state lawmaker, State Representative Fred Dillingham (R-Fowlerville) to ask Kelley to grant an opinion on several of these laws including the Michigan Youth Corps, the Michigan Conservation Corps, and unemployment compensation. The controversy began after Governor Blanchard asked for an Attorney General’s opinion on July 1, 1985, relating to the state’s worker’s compensation disability definition which expired on the day before June 20, 1985, following a deadlock in the Michigan Legislature. Attorney General Kelley handed down his decision on July 2, calling the sunset provision ‘ ‘U nconstitutional” in an effort to protect the Governor from embarrassment because of the state’s failure to enact an extension beyond the June 30 deadline. If the Attorney General had ruled the provision “constitutional”, workers injured after June 30 would have been deprived of compensation coverage under the existing act until the Legislature either changed the law or approved an extension. For the Attorney General to respond within 24 hours shows an absolute void of any scholarly and critical thought and poses several questions that both the Governor and Frank Kelley must answer. That is' why I think we need an opinion regarding sunset language in several extremely important legislative areas, including those my colleague Fred Dillingham is seeking. It is the duty of the state Attorney General to in­ terpret the laws of the state and uphold them, regardless of political consequence. By acting so blantly political and cavalier, two of the state’s chief law en­ forcement officers have placed all our state laws in jeopardy. Study Says State Has Below Average Tax Capacity, Above Average Taxes A report from the Advisory Commission on on In­ tergovernmental Relations has found that Michigan’s actual tax levels are 20 percent higher than the national average. The Washington-based group also found that the state’s ability to produce government revenue is about 7.2 percent below the average for other states. The report found that Michigan relies more heavily on the personal in­ come, corporate and property taxes, each well above the national average. The income tax capacity to raise revenue is 2.1 percent below the national average, but actual collections are 24.1 percent higher; cor­ porate tax capacity is 8.5 percent below, collections are 83.4 percent higher; and property tax capacity is 11.1 percent below average, collections are 69.4 percent above average. Covering data for the 1982 tax year, the report used a “representative tax system” of 26 tax bases used in all the states to compare tax capacity and effort, instead of a per capita income standard which is commonly used to compare states’ abilities to provide services. Among the taxes in the base are sales, income, severance, property and liquor taxes. Michigan was under the national average for general sales taxes, collecting 22.9 percent less than other states on the average. Among selected sales taxes, the state was lowest com­ pared to other states on insurance, utility, amusement and alcoholic beverage taxes. These are important facts to consider as we make decisions affecting Michigan’s business climate. It is vital that our state develop and maintain a reputation as a good place to do business. Our tax levels will decide if we keep or lose that reputation. Entries wanted for Michigan State Fair competitions Prepare your tastiest recipes and best handicrafted items - it’s time to enter them for competition at the 1985 Michigan State Fair. Premium books outlining more than 600 various needlework, canning, baking and fine arts competition in the Communty Arts sections are now available. Entry forms are included in the booklet. All Michigan residents are eligible to compete for over $18,000 in cash awards and special prizes including Michigan State Fair “Blue Ribbons”. Community Arts entries will be on exhibit throughout the eleven-day fair which this year runs from August 23 through September 2, 1985. To receive a rule book and entry form, call or write the Community Arts Section at the Michigan Exposition and Fairgrounds, 1120 West State Fair Ave., Detroit, MI, 48203. (313) 368-1100. Deadline for entries is Aug. 1, 1985. Clowns appearing at local fair Both the young and the young at heart will want to stop by the clown booth in the Commerical Building at this year’s Eaton County 4-H Fair. At various times during the Fair, Eaton County 4-H clowns will be painting faces and making balloon animals for in­ terested persons. A variety of designs for faces and differeent types of balloon animals will be offered. (A small donation will be ap­ preciated.) Fair goers will also be able to find out more about the judging of clowns on Wed­ nesday morning, July 24. The judging process for clowns will begin at 9 a.m. in the Fair Tent (located on the cement pad by the large restrooms) with the ap­ plication of make-up. Per­ formances will also be part of the process. Kids of all ages will want to be sure and see the clowns during this year’s 4-H Fair! BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 19 - 4-H Youth Day, Boblo Island. July 20-26 - Great Lakes Resources Camp, Beaver Island. 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TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. 10 a.m. P.M. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. LEON POHL REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 16, 1985 — Page 14 AskM.E.S.C.— Q. I recently received a notice from MESC saying that they were paying unemployment benefits to an individual and charging my account. Well, this individual never worked for me. How can I get this corrected. A. Occasionally, the wrong employer’s experience ac­ count will be mistakenly charged. This occurs when the claimant’s former employer is incorrectly identified or a transposition is made in recording the employer’s account number. To correct the problem, immediately contact the MESC office that made the unemployment benefit payment. The notice you received about the payment identifies the MESC office that made the payment and lists the office address on the reverse side. The office staff will make the correction and you will be informed of the credit bn a future notice. With over 160,000 active covered employers in the state, many employers are bound to have similar names. To avoid potential confusion and assure proper charging, you should give your laid off employees a copy of our “Notice to Em­ ployees’ (MESC form number 1711). This notice is available from MESC and identifies your correct name and mailing address. Q. Recently, I fired a worker because he couldn’t do the job for which I hired him. Now, I understand he has filed a claim for unemployment benefits and MESC says he’s eligible to receive those benfits. Why? I thought ifyou fired a worker then that person couldn’t receive unemployment benefits. A. Workers who are fired from their jobs for misconduct connected with the work are disqualified from receiving unemployment benefits. However, workers who are fired because they cannot perform the job properly may still qualify for jobless benefits. According to Michigan law, the MESC must disqualify workers from receiving benefits if they are fired because of misconduct in connection with their jobs. Misconduct is the intentional disregard of the employer’s interests or violation of the standard of conduct employers have the right to ex­ pect from their workers. Although your former employee was unable to do the job, he apparently did not show any willful disregard of your interests as an employer. Consequently, the MESC will not disqualify him from receiving jobless benefits. There are many causes for a worker’s discharge that will lead to his or her disqualification from receiving unem­ ployment benefits. Some of these causes include: miscon­ duct, intoxication while at work, absence from the job due to conviction and imprisonment, participation in a strike or other concerted action contrary to the union contract, an act of assault and battery connected with the job, and theft or willfull destruction of property connected with the work. Q. I lost my job in a budget-cutting move. I have now received a tentative job offer from another firm but it pays less, offers no benefits and means I have to travel over 50 miles to and from work. IfI refuse this job, will I still be able to collect unemployment benefits? A. Based on the differences in salary, benefits and travelling distances between your old job and the potential new job, you may still qualify for unemployment benefits even if you refuse the job offer. But as a general rule, workers who refuse an offer of “suitable” work are disqualified from receiving jobless benefits. The key point is whether the employment offer is for a “suitable” job. An MESC unemployment claims examiner about your and the job. The examiner will look at how long you have been out of work, your past experience and training, your chances of finding a job in your line of work, the job’s wages and benefits as compared to your former job, the job’s distance from your home and any risks the job may pose to your health, safety and morals. Q. I haven’t been able to find a summer job so far. With the summer nearly halfover, what can I do to find a job? A. Since you haven’t had any luck in finding a job, maybe it is time to go into business for yourself. Check with your neighbors or relatives and let them know you want to work. Look around you to see what jobs need doing such as yardwork, painting, clean up and minor repairs. Also, look at yourself. Determine what skills, interests and hobbies you have that can be put to work. For example, if you play a musical instrument, you could teach neigh­ borhood kids how to play. If you’re good at tennis or another sport, you could instruct others. Perhaps, you could tutor students in an area you’re good at such as a foreign language, math or English. Finally, don’t overlook volunteer work. Although volun­ teering may not offer pay, it does offer a chance to gain some work experience while helping others. As a volunteer you can gain references and contacts which may help you land a paying job next summer. Q. I will be discharged from the Army soon. I understand that I have re-employment rights to return to the job I held before entering the military? What are my rights? A. Federal law does give re-employment rights to those who leave their jobs to serve in the Armed Forces. These rights apply to veterans returning from active duty, to members of reserve units returning from initial active duty for training and to those who leave their jobs to enter military service but are rejected. To be entitled to re-employment rights, a veteran or reservist must: 1) leave a job with a private employer or the federal, state or local government; 2) satisfactorily com­ plete active duty generally lasting no more than four years and for a possible maximum of five years; 3) be qualified for the job; and 4) apply for re-employment within 90 days after separation for not more than one year. Reservists must apply within 31 days following their separation from the completion of initial active duty for training. Reservists released from annual training duty or weekend drill must apply for re-employment by the next regularly scheduled work period. The National Corn Growers Association has launched a campaign to actively seek public and industry support for a major increase in the production and use of regular and unleaded gasoline blended with ethanol derived from corn. The association, which consists of more than 14,000 members in 16 affiliated member state associations, has set a target of increasing the amount of com used in ethanol production to one billion bushels annually by 1990. SUBSCRIBE TODAY Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Only JL Vno o per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY... Send my subscription to: NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE Enclosed is my payment for: LJ $e1m0 oBarry County $13.50 Other Areas ZIP E—J> $8.50 Students (9 months,) U If you have a question for MESC, send it to “Ask MESC,” 7310 Woodard, Room 505, Detroit, MI 48202. Unfortunately, it is not possible to answer or acknowledge each letter. We do, however, read them all and print those of most general interest. Corn growers promote blended gas Get the News! Hastings Those awaiting induction into the Armed Forces or those rejected for duty are guaranteed a leave of absence for the entire induction process, including any examinations. Veterans, reservists and those rejected for service generally have a right to return to the job they left to enter the Armed Forces and are entitled to the same pay, benefits and status they would have had if they had not been away. Federal law also imposes an obligation on employers to restore the jobs and benefits of former employees returning from military service. If you are a veteran or an employer with questions about this re-employment rights law or for brochures about the law, contact Dennis M. Opoka, Office of Veterans’ Re­ employment Rights, U.S. Dept, of Labor, 7310 Woodward, Detroit, MI 48202 or phone (313) 876-5613. Q. Although I’m still in school, I am starting to think about careers and trying to decide the best career for me. Where do I start? A. Choosing a career is not any easy job. It can be hard work but careful planning and thought can help ydu select the career that is right for you. Your first task is to try to assess your interests, abilities and skills. Ask yourselfwhat you enjoy doing, what interests you and what you excelled at in school or in other activities. Look at what you want out of a job, too. Do you wantjust a pay check or a future career? Are you willing to work hard or pursue more schooling? Next, consult the Michigan Occupational Information System (MOIS). MOIS is available in schools, libraries and MESC Job Service offices and contains a wealth of in­ formation about occupations commonly found in Michigan. For example, MOIS can give you job descriptions and requirements, wage information, job outlooks and where to get additional information. After narrowing down the occupational possibilities, talk with people who do the type of work that interests you. Talk with your school counselor, family and friends. They may know of people in that occupation with whom you can talk and learn about the positive and negative aspects of the job and the skills, abilities and interests the job requires. ' 1 Surroundi..ng Counties (Allegan, Calhoun, Eaton. Ionia, Kalamazoo, Kent) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 / That target, which would produce 2.5 billion gallons of ethanol, is about equal to the amount of surplus com that has been produced annually in recent years. It also represents more than a five­ fold increase in the amount of corn used in ethanol production in 1984. The increased use and production of ethanol in gasoline offers a number of economic and environmental benefits that range from expanding the domestic corn market and creating jobs, to providing for a cleaner ad healthier environment. The association’s announcement comes in the wake of a mandate issued March 4 by the En­ vironmental Protection Agency (EPA). The man­ date requires that the lead content in regular gasoline must be reduced by 90 percent, effective Jan. 1, for public health reasons. The lead reduction will be done in two phases. In the first phase, lead must be reduced from an existing level of 1.10 grams per gallon to .50 gram per gallon, ef­ fective July 1. The second phase requires that the lead content be lowered to .10 gram per gallon, effective Jan. 1. The rule directly affects motorists who use regular gasoline - which still ac­ counts for about 35 percent of all gasoline sales. It also will curb illegal fuel switching in unleaded-gasoline vehicles. Lead has been used by the petroleum industry as an inexpensive octane enhancer in gasoline. The new EPA regulation will create a demand for alternative octane boosters to replace the lead. Corn ethanol is a cost-effective, high-quality and proven octane booster. Ethanol-blended gasoline is not new. Service stations across the country, many operated by major petroleum companies, sell it primarily as premium unleaded gasoline. It is estimated that if the 1billion-bushel target is reached, the value of a bushel of corn could increase by as much as 30 cents. Increased ethanol production also means reduced oil dependence on foreign suppliers, and it keeps more U.S. dollars at home where they can be used for business investments and to create jobs. In addition, a thriving ethanol industry will stimulate the economy across the country, and particularly in the hard-hit rural areas. In 1984 alone, ethanol production generated an estimated $2 billion in economic activity in rural and urban com­ munities. The increased use of ethanol-blended gasoline also means a safer, healthier environment. Harmful tailpipe emissions are significantly reduced with gasoline blended ethanol. The increased use and production of ethanol in gasoline will promote the country’s economic welfare, provided for a healthier environment, and offer new opportunities for America’s corn grower. Local students graduate from Western Michigan A total of 1,524 persons, including several local students, were among those who received degrees from Western Michigan University at the end of the winter semester of the 1984­ 85 school year. They were: Patrick Crehan, of 5709 Head Rd., Hastings, with a master of arts degree; Sandra Cohoon, of 3201 River Lane, Hastings, with a bachelor of science degree; Brad Ritter, of 503 E. Clinton, Hastings, with a bachelor of business ad­ ministration degree; Debra Thenikl, of 1881 Bachman Rd., Hastings, with a bachelor of business ad­ ministration degree; and Henry Thenikl, of 1881 Bach­ man Rd., Hastings with a bachelor of science degree. Also, Elizabeth McMahon, of 1630 Sheffield, Hickory Comers, with a bachelor of aircraft degree;' Jonathan Eppstein, of 6855 W. Hickory Rd., Hickory Corners, with a bachelor of computer systems degree; Deborah Page, of 2532 Briggs Rd., Middleville, with a bachelor of business administration degree; Julia Semrau, of 351 S. Clark Rd., Nashville, with a bachelor of social work degree; John Dorstewitz, of Box 121, Delton, with a bachelor of arts degree; Barry McCool, of 11125 S. Norris Rd., Delton, with a bachelor of science degree; Virginia Schippers, of 5862 McKibbin Rd., Delton, with a bachelor of business ad­ ministration degree; and Jean Hamlin, of 6691 Noffke Dr., Caledonia, with a bachelor of science degree. ACTION-ADS GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). 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July 23. 1985 Nashville man recalls railroad By Shelly Sulser To Cecil Barrett, the Michigan Central Railroad that used to stop in Nash­ ville, is missed. “The railroad was one of our active sources of freight transportation,” said Barrett, a lifelong resident of Nashville. Barrett, in an effort to remind people today just how important the former train system was, has constructed a plaque bearing an original spike from the railroad. He also included a horse shoe on the plaque to represent the mule power that was used to help build the railroad in 1869. “It’s a symbol that the railroad was not built with the sophisticated equipment that we have today,” he said. “There were no tractors. It was built through mules and manpower.” - Barrett credits the im­ proved highways and trucking systems with today’s dwindling depen­ dence on rail transports. The railroad tracks that were so much a part of Nashville’s history were removed last year. ‘‘We’ve gradually modernized to the point where the railroads could not make it with the competition of the automobile,” Barrett observed. With the plaque he originally made for himself, Barrett hopes to educate the younger generation as to the role the railroad played in the growth and success of local business, by possibly donating it to a local organization. “Its just a reminder that there was an active railroad in Nashville which was very important to our own development,” Barrett states. “Kids bom today would never know the railroad was there. It has just given way to progress and to the development of good highways and ad- vanced transporation systems. Thats all there is — those are the facts and it is not an isolated incident.” Barrett has served on the village council of Nashville as a member and president in the 1940s and served as the Castleton Township Clerk for 25 years. He worked 16 years for the Co-Op Creamery that was formerly located on Sher­ man Street, and recalls the frequent stops the train would make at the plant. "It got so that we knew all the members of the crew. Continued on page 13 Says she has "no regrets Local woman finds natural mom by Shelly Sulser Gerri Tobias says all of the past circumstances that led to her being put up for adoption by her mother 43 years ago make no dif­ ference to her today. “I love her,” says Gerri. “She’s my mother.” After a life of wondering what her natural mother was like, if she had brothers and sisters, where they lived, if they looked like her and countless other ponderings, Tobias was finally able to locate her family a year ago, and obtain the answers to all her questions. Since her mother made her first trip to Nashville to visit Gerri and her family in June, the two have spent hours recounting their lives to each other, in attempt to fill the void where numerous wonderings used to linger. Gerri is delighted that her visit will continue through August. With the help of Karen Ecktinaw of Woodland, Gerri was able to trace her mother's name to Missouri where Gerri was adopted. However, she found that her mother no longer resided in the state. They later were able to find a brother, Rick Bilyeu, living in Thornton, Colorado. “We (Gerri and husband Carl) went to meet him in Howe, Indiana,” recalls Gerri. “He’s a truck driver." Through brother Rick, Gerri learned that her real mother was still living, and resided in Pahrump, Nevada. Anxious to meet her for the first time in her life, Gerri and Carl boarded a plane for Colorado last August to meet her at her brother’s home. “I felt very nervous,” Gerri remembers. “At first I didn't know if I could do it. When we got there my brother pointed to her and said, ‘there she is.’” “As soon as I saw her (Gerri) I ran up to her and grabbed her,” said her mother Violet Danz, glad to be reunited yvith her daughter. When Gerri was just two weeks old, she was adopted in Joplin, Missouri by Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Smith of Hastings. At that time, Mr. Smith (who is now deceased) and some relatives were the owners ofthe Goodwill Dairy of Hastings. “My folks always told me I was adopted,” said Gerri, whose brother and sister are also adopted. Looking back to when times were hard, trying to live on $5 a week, Gerri’s mother realized that was not the way for a child to grow up. Although she wanted her children, she could not afford to keep them both, so, thinking of the sort of life Gerri would have, she put Gerri Tobias of Nashville found her natural mother last summer after having been adopted as a child. Her mother, Violet Danz, left, of Pahrump, Nevada, is visiting Gerri and her family in Nashville until August, and is currently teaching Gerri how to quilt. HASHNGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 & CHURCH STRKT nXv. w***- ***• her up for adoption. “Later I was told that she was in a good home, and that she was in a much better environment than I could give her,” says M<*s. Danz. “But I was afraid she would resent me for it.” Gerri’s brother Rick lived in a children’s home for 12­ years during those hard days. “I understand why she did it,” Gerri notes. “I love her, it doesn’t make any dif­ ference to me.” After being reunited with her brother and mother, Gerri found that her father had died in 1954, and her mother has since re­ married. Now that her dream of finding her heritage has come true, Gerri admits she never thought it would work out so well. “All cases where adopted children find their parents do not work out this well,” Gerri cautions. “I would tell anyone who is adopted and is thinking about looking for their family, to first find out the circumstances behind it because sometimes the family does not want to be found.” Since Mrs. Danz made her first trip to Michigan June 11 to visither daughter and son­ in-law and new found grandchildren, Laurie, Carl Jr., Brice and Carmen in Nashville, the Tobias family has shown her some the sights of the state of Michigan. “We’ve been to Gull Lake, the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, the Gerald Ford Museum and the Kellogg Center,” notes Gerri. As if finding her brother and mother, and learning that her adopted sister lives only one hour away from Gerri’s natural mother was not enough, the adventure continues. Next month, some more new found relatives will be visiting Gerri at her home and the learning process continues. Cecil Barrett of Nashville has constructed a symbol of his memories of the railroad system that once was of vital importance to local businesses. Nashville student gets U-M Merit Award The University of Michigan has selected 437 top high school seniors from 376 schools throughout the state, including a Nashville student, to receive Regents­ Alumni Scholar Merit Awards for “outstanding academic achievement, scholarly promise and potential contribution to the University community.” Daniel Robert Lykins of Thornapple Lake Rd., Nash­ ville was among the total of 1,107 students nominated for the merit award (financial need is not a consideration), based on their grades, class ranking and test scores. Nominees were interviewed by U-M alumni represen­ tatives in their hometown area and final decisions were made by the University Regents-Alumni Award Committee. Students selected as Regents-Alumni Scholars Continued on poge 13 Vermontville woman dies in Tuesday auto accident A Vermontville woman died late last Tuesday when the pickup truck she was riding in was crushed by a semi-trailer that fell on top of the vehicle. Norma Jean Hosey, 52, of 10016 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville was pronounced dead at the scene by Eaton County Medical Examinor Leesor. Eaton County Sheriff deputies report the accident occured at approximately 9 p.m. on a curve on Ver­ montville Highway, one quarter of a mile west of West Street. The Lowe Trucking Company semi-trailer, carrying a load of 86 pigs, was west bound when it apparently tipped and fell on top of the east bound pickup truck driven by Roger Hosey, 24. The driver of the semi, Richard Lowe, 29 of Angola, Indiana, was pinned in the cab for nearly an hour, before being extricated and taken to Hayes-Green-Beach Hospital by the Charlotte ambulance. He has since been released and no charges were made. Roger Hosey sustained serious injuries and was taken to Pennock Hospital by the Vermontville ambulance. Hosey, also of 10016 Vermontville Hwy., is listed in good condition. Another passenger, Phil Hosey, 18, of the same address, was transported to Pennock Hospital by the Vermontville ambulance where he was treated and released. �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville. Tuesday. July 23. 1985 — Page 2 es Vermontville in tour Finnish student incl by Shelly Sulser Vermontville visitor Katri Dubb, 17. of Helsinki. Finland says die loves to travel, and the long list of countries she has visited proves it. “I’ve been to Sweden, Norway,, Russia, Italy, Greece and Yugoslavia,” sayss Katri. And since her visit began to the Vermontville home of Ron and Nancy Carpenter June 26, she can add two more to her list, the United States and Canada. “We’ve taken her to Ar­ nie’s Fun Land, Toronto, Niagra Falls, Cedar Point and last weekend we went to the Cherry Festival in Traverse City,” noted Ron, recalling the enormous “Sleeping Bear Dunes” they also had the chance to behold. But the one thing that Katri did for the first time that she enjoyed the most was when the family at­ tended the recent Flying W Rodeo at Sandyland Park in Nashville. “I really liked that,” Katri says with a smile. Another first for Katri is being an exchange student to America, which she is able to do for six weeks through the Lions Club International youth exchange. “I had never been to America and I wanted to come here,” Katri notes, and adds that her uncle, a member of the Lion’s Club in Finland, introduced the opportunity to her. “The Lions Club has its youth exchange in the summer because it gives the student and the families more time to spend together, and to get to know each other,” Ron notes. Upon arriving in Detroit last month after an tight hour plane ride, Katri recalls just how exhausting the trip was. “I was really tired” she said. And as she stepped off the plane, Katri was surprised at the heat, and noted that temperatures do nott reach such extremes in her country. “In Finland, it’s a lot like Michigan’s Upper Penin­ sula,” the Carpenters ex­ plained. Katri, whose family consists of her mother, Eeva, father Timo and 19year-old sister Satu, speaks her native Finnish language as well as German, Swedish and English. Although a FinnishEnglish dictionary is often consulted during con­ versation, some laughter tends to erupt now and then when words are mispronounced either in Finnish by the family or in English by Katri. Katri has noticed that the United States deviates from Finland in some significant ways, one being that the cars here are much bigger than in Finland. Also, “The people here are more friendly than in Finland.” Katri also enjoys the American food. “They have one McMc­ Donald’s in Finland and it happens to be right near her home,” Ron said. “But she had never been to a place like Burger King until she went with us,” he recalls. “I asked her if she wanted a ‘Whopper’ said ‘what is a WlAppeP’’ so I pointed to a pcttfe bf one. We got her oneftntMbe took the top bun off fd ‘this is big’ but sh ged to eat it alL” Since Katri has been in their home, the Carpenters curiosity about Finland has grown, and they now plan to visit there some day. Ron and Nancy note they already know who they would like to have for a tour guide as they glance in Katri’s direction. The Carpenter family, which includes 13-year-old Lisa and 12-year-old Lori, admit they get a bit over­ whelming with their questions about Finland, but they are grateful that Katri has a lot of patience and answers their curious inquires about the beautiful land the Carpenters have only seen in pictures. Downhill skiing is one hobby Katri favors^ as well as her interests in music, reading and art “I like drawing people,” she said. Katri, the Carpenters’ first exchange student, will end her stay August 7, and the couple is not looking forward to saying ‘goodbye.’ “I’m sire Katri is going to be very special to us for a long time,” Nancy says adding that the family may host other students in the future. “It’s like having your first child,” adds Ron, “that’s the one that is always kind of special.” After Katri arrives home, she will rest for one day and then... its on to Turkey for another new adventure. How do you guarantee a home for your family, even if you’re not there? No problem. Auto-Owners Mortgage Life Insurance goes beyond your homeowners insurance to make sure your family will have a home if something should ever happen to you. And, it’s a very affordable protection to have. Just ask your “no problem’’ Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Mortgage Life Insurance can be no problem for your home and family- TNlNo Prv6&mFkop&, * Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Teresa Jones Katri Dubb, 17, is an exchange student from Finland staying with Ron and Nancy Carpenter of Vermontville and their children, Lori, left, and Lisa, right. ACTION-ADS 4 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Wednesday, July 24, 9 a.m. till ?, 4200 S. Clark, Nash­ ville. Ping pong table with accessories, bunk beds, record player, exerciser, lots more items. FOR SALE: Baldwin Organsonic Organ. Mrs. Ava Kroger, 726-0239 Ver­ montville. GARAGE SALE: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baby clothes, furniture, curtains. 220 Queen, Nash­ ville. ________________ PAYNE’S CERAMICS of Nashville moved. Thanks. Call 852-0774. SIDEWALK SALE Inside Our Air Conditioned Store All sale merchandise is specially marked for our sidewalk sale. Stop in and check out our sale prices 1 lace Register for our FREE DRAWING to be held Wednesday, July 31,1985 218 E. Stale Street in Hastings Phone...945-9673 OPEN Mon-Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 pm « AREACHURCHSCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday*. A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville ('/, mile East of M-66. 5 miles a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Bible Study ......... 8 p.m. AWANA....... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE Sunday School ..10 a.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship.............7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH REV. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School. 9:45 a.m. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH A.M. Service.... 11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass.. . 6:30 p.m.W.ed. Seerrvvcicee 7 p p.mm. . . .. Sun. Mass .. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe TRIMS — SPECIAL — Hawaiian to«’ Prints... *3 FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �fhe Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. July 23. 1985 Page 3 Two Nashville scouts take part in national jamboree The 1985 National Scout Jamboree will be held Wednesday, July 24, through Tuesday, July 30, at Fort A.P. Hill, near Fredericksburg, Va, which is in the historic area of Washington, D.C., and Williamsburg, Yorktown, Richmond, and Norfolk, Va. The setting for this jam­ boree is in an area of our country that holds a wealth of history, i.e.; colonial foundings, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and the center of our democracy. It has been estimated that approximately 30,000 Scouts and Scouters from all over the United States will par­ ticipate. Two of those in attendance will be from our own community of Nash­ ville. Lee Ossenheimer, Star Scout from Nashville Troop 176 will travel with the West Michigan Shores Council Contingency Troop 610. While Dale Ossenheimner will serve as Assistant Scoutmaster for the same troop. Since the jamboree will culminate the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, it will provide the opportunity to focus the attention of our nation on the value of one of the free world’s greatest youth movements. For participating Scouts, the experiences of this en­ campment will reinforce the value of character development, citizenship training, and personal fit­ ness. To the viewing public, Scouting will be seen as a training program to prepare young people to achieve their full potential as future Nashville Social News Elsie Ramsey of Nashville recently enjoyed having her two sisters', Gloria Fish of Punta Gorda, Florida and Barbara McDonald of Troy, Mi., visit at her home. During their stay, on June 19, the three ladies were the dinner guests of Mrs. Ramsey’s son and daughter­ in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Ramsey of Dowling, at the Sheraton Inn in Kalamazoo. Afterwards, they enjoyed going to the Brown Derby in that city to see Mrs. Ram­ sey’s grandson, Mark Ramsey, entertain. Mark is a talented musician who plays many instruments. On June 21, a mass was said for the late Glen Ramsey Sr. at St. Rose of Lima Church in Hastings. Those attending were his wife, Elsie Ramsey of Nash­ ville; daughter and son-in­ law, Mr. and Mrs. Cleo Jacobs of of Algonquin Lake, and Mrs. Gloria Fish of Florida who was here visiting her sister, Elsie. After the church service, Elsie and Gloria were break­ fast guests of the Jacobs at the Circle Inn, Gun Lake. Elsie was also pleased that her brother-in-law, Bill Fish, was able to spend several days in Nashville during her sister Gloria’s visit. leaders of our nation. The Contingency gathered to leave on Friday evening. July 19. On route to the Jamboree they will visit the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and Museum, Arlington National Cemetary and Washington D.C. The Scouts will arrive at the Jamboree on Tuesday, July 23. After spending seven days at the Jamboree, the Contingency will leave Fort A.P. Hill and visit Yorktown, Norfolk Naval Base, Jamestown, Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, go whitewater rafting in Richmond, Va., and then visit Sea World. They will return to Grand Rapids on Sunday, August 4. The theme of the 1985 National Scout Jamboree is “The Spirit Lives On.” The theme reflects the celebration of 75 years of the Boy Scouts of America. The Jamboree will enable all who attended to catch the spirit of Scouting and transmit this spirit of friendship to their community arid state and to the nation and world. COA Menu & Coming Events Lou-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age. and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles' Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. July 23 - Roast beef on sesame seed roll, cottage cheese with pineapple and orange, three bean salad, pudding-Hastings, Humanities class. July 24 Baked ham, sweet potatoes, zucchini, ambrosia-Hastings, Sing along—Wood., Cancer Society, slides. July 25 - Baked Chicken with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts, roll, fresh fruit— Hastings and Nashville, Bingo-Delton, Nutrition talk- -Hastings. Cancer Society, July 36 - Macaroni and cheese. french style green beans, tossed salad with dressing, cold baked apple. July 29 - Sliced turkey breast, California blend veg., diced pears, fruit juice-Hastings. and Delton, Craft Class-Del ton. Lansing Gilbert, film. July 30 Tuna and macaroni salad, tomato wedges, pea and cheese salad, bran muffin, ice cream-Has tings. Humanities Class. Mqrgarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. NEED A RIDE? Call 948­ 8098. Barry County Transit is standing by! It's a Boy BOY. bom June 25, 1985 to Leonard and Crystal Platte, 6405 Thornapple Cr., No. 205 Nashville, time: 8:50 a.m., weight: 8 lbs. 12*>a oz. 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Unless anonymity is requested names of donors and of those designated in memorials will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News. Happy Summertime ALL HAIRCUTS /-g&Sl (fflgg J $£JOO O Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET...... ......... $ COOO "The Mirrors image" .JLMG wfiiieoiiZ luiaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY WE ARE! We began many years ago in a small office on main street, and have grown with the residents of mid-Michigan. We invite you to come and build for the future financially, with us. Start with a small arpount in one of our many savings plans. There's one that fits your needs! •91 Day Account *6 Month Account »One Year Account •18 Month Account »3O Month Account *3 ’/: Year Account •5 Year Account ^Regular Passbook Account •IRA Variable Rate Account *IRA Fixed Rate Account •N.O.W. Account «Super N.O.W. Account •Christmas Club Account «MMDA Account RE OPENING AUGUST 5 The Craft Nook (LOCATED IN MIRROR’S IMAGE) We Need Consignments of Your Crafts to Sell. BASKET WEAVING CLASSES — Starting Soon! — For more information call... Sue Lea — 852-9347 FOUR CONVENIENT LOCI TUNS TO SERVE YOU: NOME OFFICE - CURUTTE, MICMIUM ■ PHONE (43-MM NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 152-1030 UT0NRAPIK,MIHiUi-Fna£iK-I55: OLITH, MICHIGAN-PHONE 743-2011 OFFICE NOUNS: Maa. Mura FrL 0:00 la 4:30, Sal. 9:00 la 12:00 acaa �The Maple Volley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 23. 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the DOSt by Susan Hinckley History of Nashville- Part II Following is part two of the Local manufacturers in history of Nashville com- the village today include R. pJiled by this writer-for & F. Industries; Curtis Craft Maple Valley publication in the new Barry Center; County History Book being Concrete Products; and published later this year. Baby Bliss, a branch of a The book will feature per­ Middleville-based maker of sonal histories of many infant clothing. Standard Stamping Barry County families, as well as community, business Company, founded in 1942, and organizational histories, was for some 25 years an etc. The first part of Nash­ important employer in the ville his to y text appeared in village, but it is no longer in this column last week. business. The first industry in Nash­ The first village election in ville was a furniture shop Nashviille was held April 7, established in 1867 by Jacob 1869, and became somewhat Lentz, a French-born unruly when it was alleged cabinetmaker who later took that transient railroad his three sons, Charles, workers were being allowed Albert and Lewis into the to vote. The first president, company which for more elected in that contest, was than half a century Lemuel Smith, a Vermont represented the village’s native who came to largest concern, at one time Michigan in 1855, and who employing as many as 125 was “most frank” about his workers turning out fine “peculiar” religious views. reproductions of 18th cen­ He was a Freethinker, a tury tables and other fur­ Liberalist....and “had no niture. church superstition hanging to his skirts,” it was said at his death. The first newspaper published in Nashville was the Nashville Business Register, a brief business and news sheet that made its debut on February 10, 1870, under direction of merchant Leonard Stauffer. The first issue of the Nashville News, a continuously published forerunner of the presentday Maple Valley News, appeared on October 1, 1873. The publisher was Orno Strong, a slightly built 19year-old from Lawton who became an outspoken crusader for community betterment. In 1888 Strong sold the paper to employee Len W. Feighner, a nephew to Stauffer, who continued to publish it for the next 40 years while simultaneously serving as Nashville’s postmaster and going on to become a state legislator. Like his predecessor, Nashville has long had a good business relationship with the surrounding rural districts. The original portion of the elevator (seen at left in this 1940s photo) has served farmers since it was built near the railroad in 1879. The elevator has been owned since 1920 by the Nashville Co-op Association. Just to the right of the building is the final home of the Farmer's Cooperative Creamery, built in 1940. The creamery operated in other locations commenciing in 1914, and closed some 38 years later. Groceries, radios, clothing, dry goods, general merchandise hardware, farm implements, drugs, jewelry, and banking facilities, all were offered within the line of business places seen in this about-1927 view of Nashville s Main Street. The advent of the auto and improved roads gave local residents an opportunity to shop in nearby cities, but many preferred to patronize hometown merchants in those days when nearly every necessity of life could be acquired locally. Feighner also crusaded via The News for community improvements. There have been four other publishers, A.B. McClure, Willard Gloster, Donald Hinderliter, and John Boughton, from the time Feighner sold the weekly in 1928 until it was purchased in 1975 by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. of Hastings, present publishers. The Maple Valley News con­ tinues to play an important role in the community, serving both Nashville and its “sister city” Ver­ montville, in Eaton County. Among the many village improvements for which Editor Strong campaigned was a fire department. At his urging an early Hook & Ladder Company was for­ med in 1875. In 1882 the first official volunteer fire department was organized, and is still active today. It is supported now by the village ofNashville and townships of Castleton and Maple Grove. Operating as a separate entity is an ambulance department, also supported by the three governmental units. The first serious fire in Nashville occurred February 25th, 1874, when a half-dozen businesses on the west side of Main Street were destroyed including the News office, which was frantically torn down to halt the spread of flames, prompting Editor Strong to push for a villiage fire department. The first municipal waterworks system, inuding a pump house and 85,000 gallon standpipe to hold river water for non­ consumptive purposes was completed in 1892, not long after fire destroyed the Lentz Table Company plant near Main Street. The fac­ tory was rebuilt on the east side of town on condition the village would offer an adequate water supply for fire protection. Nashville’s first sewer system was in­ stalled in 1908. Both it and the waterworks system have been upgraded and ex­ panded within the past 10 years. The first phones in Nash­ ville were installed in 1898 by Michigan Telephone Com­ pany, but service was very limited in scope. The next year Citizens Telephone Company strung lines and installed phones, giving the village much wider coverage. Electric lights, with power furnished by the Thornapple Electric Company, were first turned on in Nashville in February 1902. Four arc lights brightened Main Street. The News office was one of the first businessplaces to give up its acetylene gas plant in favor of the new lights. Today Nashville is served by Consumers Power Company and Michigan Bell Telephone. The first automobile used in Nashville was a Thomas Tri-Auto driven in 1902 by local bicycle entrepreneur Joseph C. Hurd. The three­ wheeled gasoline-powered vehicle was said to have had “great speed.” Hurd later became an early local Ford dealer, and is generally credited with introducing two other “firsts” to Nashville: the radio and the ice cream cone. StateStreet was the first in Nashville to have board­ walks on both sides (in 1875). It was also the first residentially developed street. Concrete walks were not seen in Nashville until 1881. Nashville’s Main Street was paved with brick in 1917, and continued to serve until coated with bituminous aggregate in August 1949. Nashville has long had a good business relationship with the surrounding far­ ming districts. The old grist mill, a Nashville landmark built in 1881 and razed in 1977, was important to rural residents of the area. It was located on North Main at the river, where its water wheel was powered by a dam across the Thornapple. The mill was built by local Ad­ vent minister Philip Holler, a miller, to replace his earlier facility west of the river. On the south side of town an elevator built in 1879 near the railroad also served the farming community. It was operated by a succession of owners until sold in 1920 to the Nashville Co-op Elevator Association, which’ still operates it. No longer operating is the Farmers’ Cooperative Creamery, established in 1914 and run in various locations until 1952. Prize­ winning butter was turned out there. The first bank in Nashville was a privately-owned concern organized in 1874 by Theodore Downing, John Barry and Dan Everts. In 1889 the Farmers and Merchants Bank organized; and in 1905, the State Savings Bank. In 1929 those two were consolidated to form the Nashville State Bank, which was closed in July 1931 due to the effects of the Great Depression. Nashville did not have a bank again until 1935 when the First National Bank of Battle Creek opened a branch. It later became the Central National Bank, then Security National; SNB Bank and Trust, and now, Comerica. Nashville also has a branch of the Eaton Federal Savings and Loan Association of Charlotte. Nashville has had a number of social and fraternal organizations over the years- The oldest still in existence is the Masonic Order, F. & A. M. No. 255, which had its first official communication on November 25’ 1868, nearly four months before the village was incorporated. Another group that has stood the test of time is the Woman’s Literary Club, founded in 1905. The Nash­ ville Garden Club was organized in 1935 and also still meets regularly; the Lions Club was chartered in 1942; a V.F.W. post, Thor­ napple Valley No. 8260, was formed in 1946; and the Continued on next page— Nashville's first serious fire occurred in 1874, when half a dozen Main Street businesses were destroyed. The next year an early Hook & Ladder Company was formed, then in May 1882 this fine uniformed depart­ ment was organized. At extreme right in this 1894 photo is Len W. Feighner, Nashvill Nashville News publisher whose predecessor,,, Orno Strong, was a primary crusader for a fire department. The NFD marked its cen­ tennial in 1982. In the background is Nashville's first town hall, originally the Methodist Church, moved and renovated after a fire damaged it in 1880. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1985 — Page 5 Branch County Folk Festival coming in August SJ i ^XS > 5\s SS& S& •<Sb •< L *\s S£ ** * ^■V w w ;*s?‘S k ik* N N s **» s •w,, ” *£S» ""■^ ■ f"*wj "c*Wwwj fcWw fadi I?**u*T&Z »II,( ,-(f JM *^k j M v*y*** iw u® *hii u"*** Bl aj_, ’*?*» • •-_ _'** ^Ki» . T” OKI ran *■ ’"*»« 1 fa ■*fa0 taijpJHi IM k h Intatiii aiiMU ■■im Bathfflp F fa W mita li fafrikStk Htfaikl i (tail ■pi n ■fafarii Dqnsi W ■ ifai MiteiiM siSi* 3a»W fpHfft iktalw ikfa I'anl.taf Sofak* |]WBt M«i»' Cnfakk i brfaO fetal W The Branch County Folk Festival will be resumed again this year on the Honeywell farm three miles south and two and on-half miles east of Bronson, Michigan. The event in 1984 was cancelled due to illness in the family. There have been many inquiries by people in the local area as welll as neighboring counties and after much deliberation by the host family the decision has been made to continue with the festivities, the eighth annual Folk Festival is scheduled for the week­ end of Aug. 23, 24 and 25. The Grand Opening of the three-day event will be a community potluck supper on Thursday evening, Aug. 22. In the past this has been a popular introduction to the Festival and will be repeated this year. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy the social time together. The three days to follow will be filled with fun, music and entertainment for all ages. Music will be provided each day. A fiddler’s contest and a banjo-playing contest will be held on Saturday afternoon. Any musicians who play these instruments are invited to participate in either or both of these special events. Contemporary art and craft items will be featured. Anyone interested in displaying or demonstrating their art and craft work are welcome. Flea market vendors are also invited to set up their booths. Memories of the Post, continued Chamber of Commerce was organized in 1953, although its forerunner, the Com­ munity Club, dates back to 1924. “The outstanding quality of Nashville is the cooperative spirit of its residents,’’ noted Charles A. Weissert in his book “Historic Michigan, Land of the Great Lakes.’* That spirit is still evident in the community. In 1949 a fine athletic field was built by volunteer labor; a recreational park has recently been developed under direction of a group of volunteers calling them­ selves the Maple Valley Riverside Recreational Development Corp.; the annual community maple syrup-making project which dates back to 1942 is still an important fundraiser for local organizations taking part in the production; and a drive is currently underway to raise $50,000 for a Children’s. Wing to Putnam Public Library. The library, housed in the 1884-5 former Charles Putnam home, has been operational since September 1923, after the Putnams willed their residence to the village for that purpose The library receives support from both Nashville and the two townships (Castleton and Maple Grove) as well as from Assyria Township by contract. The building was designated in 1980 as a state historical site by the Michigan Historical Com­ mission. Putnam Park on the north edge of Nashville also was named in honor of Charles Putnam, although it was not a gift from the family, as many assume. The land owned by the village was first know as Waterworks Park and was renamed in 1911 in honor of Putnam because of his personal ef­ forts to develop it into a scenic and restful site. Much of the modern-day attention directed at the village today comes from Nashville of the North, Sandyland park, located on the west edge of Nashville. It is an outdoor entertainment area which throughout the summer hosts noted country­ western performers from the Grand Ole Opry and other points. >^pBIssodaw^ jiashratk W kt* ggtef j j* ««• B kF0 । ?.W-| »ta® ta®* <* * || »< fatkjj JI $5 ••**!! •!! !! i****' >•%< < U-Jii Space is provided for anyone having heir loom items to display, such as toys, dishes, household articles, tools, machinery, etc. Foods will be served on the grounds daily. The usual family accommodations such as picnic tables, ample and convenient parking and Obituaries Norina Jean Hosey VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Norma Jean Hosey, 52, of 10016 W. Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville died Tuesday evening, July 16, 1985 of accidental injuries on W. Vermontville Hwy. Mrs. Hosey was bom on May 12, 1933, in Lansing, the daughter of Frederick and Beatrice (Dumeney) Parisian. She was raised in the Lansing area. She married Melvin Donald Hosey on May 4, 1957 and lived all her married life in the Vermontville area. She was employed by Michigan Magnetic Co. in Vermontville for a short time. Surviving are her husband, Donald; three • „^jvi *£<./ . I i> Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville 726-0330 sons, William Hosey of Vermontville; Melvin Hosey III of Nashville; Phillip Hosey at home; two daughters, Mrs. Stpehen (Laurie) Etson of Olivet; Teresa Hosey at home; five grandchildren; a brother, Ronald Parisian of Web­ berville. Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Friday, July 19 at Vermontville Bible Church with Rev. Daniel E. Smith officiating. Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to Ver­ montville Bible Church. Arrangements were made by Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes. Serving Our Country Timothy D. Shook Air National Guard Air­ man Timothy D. Shook, son of Lois M. Shook of Rural Route 2, Union City, has graduated from Air Force basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. During the six weeks of training the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Com­ munity College of the Air Force. His wife, Brenda, is the daughter of Joan Fritz of 23411 Ackley, Bellevue. He is a 1979 graduate of Olivet Community High School. John G. Pomeroy John G. Pomeroy, son of Maurice L. and Joyce M. Pomeroy of 702 E. Fivepoint Highway, Charlotte, has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of airman first class. Pomeroy is a construction equipment operator at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., with the 2nd Bom­ bardment Wing. His wife, Lisa, is the daughter of Roger and Laura McKee of 1247 Nashville Highway, Vermontville. He is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley Junior Senior High School, Vermontville. ---- 0----- 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call We Now Have 170 VHS Movies COUPON S g 50° OFF g g lg V H S Ta p e R e n tal S*i R W ITH T H IS CO U PO IRS N Si —V, WITH THIS COUPON — V,DEO SHOWCASE — GOOD THRU JULY Area 4-H Club at Eaton Fair Members of the local Feed Fethchers 4-H Club are participating this week at the Eaton County Fair in Charlotte. There are 13 members in the club this year and they are exhibiting over 54 dif­ ferent non-livestock projects with five members exhibiting in livestock such as beef cattle and sheep and horses. Some of the non­ livestock projects this year included photography, crafts, woodworking, wood re-finishing and wood­ burning along with sewing, vet. science, animal science, collections and plaster­ crafts. The club has several first year members such as Jeff and Pam Birman, Lora Emery, Cheryl Conkey, Paula Woodworth, Noel White, and Jessica Faijnor. Other members include Melinda White, Kim Thompson, Ruth Marshall, Troy and Shaun Thompson and Mike Marshall. Club President Troy Thompson says, members are excited about the judging of their projects and a week of fun and learning ex­ periences and making new friends. New members are also anxious about working in the 4-H food shack and working as project guards. ACTION-ADS Cut and Style overnight camping will be available. Sunday forenoon will feature a hymn sing and worship service to which individuals, families, church classes or groups are welcome to attend. For more information phone Honeywells (517) 369­ 9975. Brochures will be available soon. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories jjnd service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) BLUEBERRIES: Pick your own, early crop, excellent picking, open 8 a.m. until noon, Monday thru Satur­ day, 5 p.m. to dark Monday thru Friday. Roy Hall, 2150 Hammond Rd., Hastings. 945-2189. (8-6) Recently the club held a 4­ H rummage sale to fund club decoration and community service projects and the annual club picnic and pizza party to be held after the fair. All the Feed Fethchers would like to invite everyone in Vermontville to attend this year’s fair and see 4-H youth in Eaton County making the “Best Better!” Rent tapes on Saturday ... and enjoy the entire weekend Back by Noon on Monday. — CLOSED SUNDAY — We now accept Mastercharge and Visa Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. 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Emily Butler of the Mayo Dairy Club earned two outstanding exhibit ribbons for projects she created, One for a tree top angel and another for a tool basket with a braided handle. From left, Kelly Reid earned reserve champion English equitation honors; Willy Rooks was grand champion pony halter; and Weston Rooks was grand champion horse halter. All are members of Mulberry 4-H Club. Nikki Shook of the Baseline line 4-H Club captured best of breed and grand cham­ u pion in poultry and had grand champion meat pen of rabbits; and Hope Christie of Cloverleaf 4-H Club had the grand champion rabbit and best of breed. Kristin Brzyski of Nashville danced her way into fourth place during the 4-H Talent Show competition |ast week at the Barry County Fair, Hope Christie was one of the winners in the Livestock Fashion show held at the fair Friday, with her costume of a farm wife ready to cook dinner. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1985 Page 7 Deanna Hagon of the Maple Grove Mavericks had the grand champion pen of market hogs and won intermediate showmanship honors. In non-livestock accomplishments, (from left) Deanna Hagon of the Maple Grove Mavericks won an outstanding exhibit ribbon for a crocheted afghan; Heather Christie took outstanding exhibit honors for a holiday decoration she cross-stitched; and Hope Christie earned an outstanding exhibit in the outdoor meals ls catagory. Heather and Hope are members of the Cloverleaf 4-H Club. In the Cherokee Riders 4-H Club, (from left) Kimberly Fritz, in the 13 and over division, was picked as state show alternate. She took first place in pony equita­ tion and third in pony western pleasure. Brenda Sixberry, competing with 13 and 14-year olds, was named a state show alternate. Brenda also took first place in equitation and third place in western pleasure. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1985 — Page 8 Area youths take part in fair auction A hog owned by Pat Hagon of Assyria Road, was sold to Great Lakes Federal Savings and Loan of Hastings. Thornapple Valley Equipment bought a hog owned by Mike Burton of Assyria Road. Eric Hoffman of Lawrence Road sold his hog Miller Real Estate. Tina Royal of Lawrence Road sold her hog to the Barry County Republicans. Danielle Burg of Lawrence Road sold her market steer to Miller Real Estate. Deanna Hagon of Assyria Rd., sold her grand cham­ pion market hogs to the Big Top Market of Allegan. Correction— Gerri’s brother Rick lived in a children’s home for 12­ years during those hard times. ACTION-ADS GOVERNMENT ^We have an unusually nice Selection of ... MEN'S, WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S Summer Clothing to Clear Out Save20*30% off Our already low prices HOMES: Pat Hagon of Assyria Road has had this hog pur­ from $1 (U repair). Also chased by Mrs. Clarence Hartman. delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). BLUEBERRIES: Pick your own, early crop, excellent picking, open 8 a.m. until noon, Monday thru Satur­ day, 5 p.m. to dark Monday thru Friday. Roy Hall, 2150 Music by...“The Precisions” Hammond Rd., Hastings. — COUNTRY VARIETY — 945-2189. 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies Food in the Kitchen since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-9657640 Battle Creek. (EOW) — DANCE — Saturday, July 27 Members & Guests SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Many of the best buys will be on the sidewalk Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) (Weather Permitting) MIKE’S HAULING SER­ VICE: Weekly pick up or by Sale starts Wed., July 24th \ Mark your calendar for savings Variety Store phone852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Downtown Nashville appointment. We take everything (517) 726-0272 Vermontville (7-23). T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna's. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Vermontville Call for Appointment 726-0257 ...or... 726-0623 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, July 23. 1985 — Page 9 Jason Royal of Lawrence sold his 4-H animal to the A hog owned by Jesse Snow of Berryville Road was purchased by Hastings Electric Motor Service. Mike Burton of Assyria Road sold this animal to to Delton Auto Supply. Citizens Elevator of Vermontville bought this hog owned by Janice Mater of State Road. This hog owned by Mike Royal of Lawrence Road was purchased by Hastings City Bank. Larabee Construction bought this hog owned by Jason Royal. Joe Mater sold this animal to Electric Motor Service of Hastings. TAKE ALONG Pat Hagon of Assyria Road sold this hog to Farmers Feed Service of Hastings. SAVINGS Basic skills should be most important goal of school _■ Julie Burton of Assyria Road sold her hog.to Wayne Ritchie. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facili­ ties, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, July 17,1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LINDA M. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners ..Note: This is the last in a series of weekly articles about the responses of 355 people in the Maple Valley School District (Nashville and Vermontville residents) to a variety of questions about the local public educational system. The local citizens were selected by systematci random sampling procedures and interviewed by telephone in March by the State Board of Education. ..The survey’s purpose Is aimed at improving the public’s confidence in education and to lay plans for future changes to better the curriculum and staff morale. according to Michigan Department of Education Consultant Kathy Feaster who developed the questionnaire. According to Kathy Feaster, people have dif­ ferent opinions about the primary role of public school education today. When survey respondents were asked what they think should be the most important goals and priorities of education, 43 percent said teaching the basic skills is the most im­ portant. Leading the list of staff goals and priorities is to offer students the best possible education. Continued on page 10 THERAGRAN- MYLANTAII M TABLETS 60'S 4^09 < LIQUID 12 OZ. J0fa95 VASELINE T/GEL INTENSIVE CARE LOTION Vaseline Intensive care REG.. HERBAL & ALOE OR EX-STRENGTH SHAMPOO 4.4 OZ. 0fa69 CONDITIONER 4.4 OZ. 049 10 OZ. 52 OXY 10 1 OZ., COVER 1 OZ. OR WASH 4 OZ. LESS MFG. *2.55 16 HOUR OR ACUTRIMII MAXIMUM DURATION -1.00 REBATE FINAL COST$1.55 ecjs? ECLIPSE SUNSCREENS 20'S ORAL-B LESSMFG. ORIGINAL 4OZ. 397 HOURS: 9 o.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St, Nashville e TOOTHBRUSH PARTIAL W*577 4OZ. TOTAL 4OZ. 4,19 *Otxs PH. 852-0845 REBATE FINAL COST $1.09 -1.00 09 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1985 — Page 10 Livestock Sale, cont. Chad Shook of Curtis Road sold his reserve cham­ pion poultry broilers to Art Meade Auto Sales. Ackett of Clark Road. This Grand Champion Pen of Rabbits owned by Nikki Shook of Curtis Road, was first purchased by Fred Jacobs of the Hastings Banner. Jacobs decided to put the money into the building fund, and have the rabbits sold again. The rabbits went on to be sold 27 more times, raising over $2,000 for the new show barn on the Barry County Fair Grounds. The Barry County Free Fair Finally ended up with the rabbits. Eric Hoffman of Lawrence Road had his hog pur- Julie Welcher of Clark Road sold Farmers Feed of Hastings. his steer to Janice Mater of East State Road sold her hog to the Nashville Co-Op. How do you find business insurance made foryour business? No problem. Auto-Owners’ Business Insurance policies are written specifically to meet your unique business property and liability needs. Business assets may be protected with no more or no less coverage than you need. So ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can protect your business...and be assured of fast, fair claims service, the “no problem” Auto-Owners way. This grand champion market lamb owned by Alan Mater of East State Road was sold to G & W Food Center. Survey , Dr. Kenneth Merriman bought this steer owned by Danielle Burg of Lawrence Road. continued Preparing students for college is the second highest priority among teachers (26 percent), and preparing students to live effectively in the world of today comes in third with 25 percent of teachers responding. Leading the list of student goals and priorities, 19 percent say getting the best possible education is most important: Some survey respondents (five percent) said schools should help each student develop to their fullest potential. “In all of the years that I have been conducting these surveys, I have never had to make a category like this,” Feaster said about the responses for helping students develop to their fullest potential. Concerning another matter, 86 percent of voters agree 1 that Maple Valley should continue to operate its own school district. Jason Ackett sold his steer to Andrus Chevrolet. qq ■ ~ Ti r=r~n —fnr fn WESTERN PINES 192 N. Shaytown Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096 726-1426 CLOSED...July 20 thru July 29 OPEN AGAIN.. July 30 ACTION-ADS John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car y^futo-Ownm Insurance 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 Tkt, No PrMl/m PeopUg,-, SEWING MACHINE SALE AT COUNTRY STITCHES Special Price on Viking 150 which is oil-free, jam-proof, and has a built-in buttonhole. Or buy a ■computerized topof-the-line Viking 980 and get a Husky Overlock Machine Free (a $529 value). Limited quantities. Sale ends Aug. 3 Country Stitches, 145 S. Main, Eaton Rapids, phone 663-2117. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner ^Nashville... 517-852-9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1985 — Page 11 Mike Royal of Lawrence Road had his hog purchased by Sible Packing. Joe Mater of East State Road had his hog purchased by Citizens Elevator. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 Member of Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors RtALTOR and The Barry-Eaton Multiple Listing Service Ken Osborn bought this lamb owned by Janice Mater of East State Road. VERMONTVILLE BUSINESS DIS­ TRICT, LARGE BUILDING with small living quarters plus gar­ age area suitable for various businesses. Possible contract or trade considered. $15,500. (B-105) Melissa Brenton of Scott Road, had her lamb bought by Hastings City Bank. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! TWO UNIT RENTAL in Nashville, close to school, 3 bedroom unit and 2 bedroom unit, live in one, rent the other! Good investment property. $34,900. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mail Mace Pharmacy VERMONTVILLE TWO STORY: Three bedroom home on large lot, house newly painted & in­ sulated, barn 24x16, mature shade. Priced to sell at Joe Mater of East State Road sold his reserve cham­ pion pen market lambs to Michigan Livestock. MOBILE HOME ON Th ACRES: West of Charlotte, with ap­ pliances and furniture, plus 24x36 Morton pole barn. Pret­ ty setting with many nice trees on corner lot, blacktop road and natural gas. Price $30,000. Possible contract terms. (CH-121) COUNTRY HOME PLUS 18 ACRES, east of Vermontville, older rernodele^f home and bldgs., land is rolling, creek borders property, 15x30 above ground pool, $42,500, or would sell with 3 acres for $35,000. (CHF-124) 36 ACRE FARM ON STATE RD. 21A tillable, 13A wooded with lake and stream, 3 bedroom, 2 * story house, 30x40 barn, nice chainlink fenced yard with) many large shade trees. Price $52,000. Includes tractor, plow and disk. (F-108) , Donald Burton of Assyria Road sold his animal to Wolverine Feed of Centerville. NEW LISTING: 'Extra nice" 3 bedroom home on extra large corner lot, home features many closets, & "built-ins", china cabinet, breakfast nook, & roofed deck; this is one you must see to appreciate. Listed to sell at $32,900. Contract terms possible. (N-129) WE HAVE SOME GOOD VACANT PARCELS. HOMER WINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 23, 1985 — Page 12 A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative Ratified Insurance Bill Passes Legislature, Facts Uncertain Future A bill that could have a major impact on car in­ surance rates passed the Michigan Legislature during the final hours of session, but it remains to be seen if the Governor will sign the controversial measure. The House and Senate passed the compromise plan which offers major changes in the state’s essential in­ surance law. The bill authorizes three separate caps on Detroit insurance rates and companies writing coverage there would be able to choose their cap. The first cap would limit annual increases over the next five years to four percent plus the Detroit consumer price index. The second cap would restrict rates to the average annual increase in all areas outside Detroit. The third cap would continue the current law, allowing rate increases until, March 1, 1986, when com­ panies would be required to switch to the first cap. The bill creates an automobile theft prevention authority to be fundedby a $1 annual assessment to in­ surance companies per policy. Other theft­ prevention provisions in­ clude discounts in bills for installing burglar alarms and penalties for leaving the keys in the car if it is stolen. The bill has passed both chambers of the Legislature and has been sent to the Governor’s desk where it faces an uncertain future. I voted for the legislation because it’s a good com­ promise that establishes a balanced rate program. The bill also rewards careful drivers for taking extra precautions against auto theft. I urge Governor Blanchard to sign the bill. For now, the Governor’s office is examining the bill and he says he wants to be sure it “benefits the general public” before he will sign it. Should he reject the bill, the Legislature could decide to overrride his veto, and force the bill into law over the Governor’s objections. Legislature Approves Taxes For Cobo Hall Expansion After lengthy debate, the Michigan Legislature ap­ proved a plan to finance a $200 million addition to Detroit’s Cobo Hall by in­ creasing hotel and motel room taxes in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties and by raising the liquor sales tax by four percent throughout the state. The tri-county inn tax will generate just over $6 million in the first year and presumably more in later years if more hotels are constructed in Metro Detroit. The amount of the levy will vary according to the size and location of the hotels, with Detroit hotel owners charging a higher tax than suburban ones. Although the liquor taxes would be statewide, raising more than $20 million an­ nually, only the portion of the tax boosts collected in the tri-county area - about $11 to $12 million - would be ap­ plied to the Cobo expansion. New liquor revenues outstate are likely to be retured to local counties, probably to be used for property tax relief. Of the revenues raised under both taxes, about $16.2 million would pay off yearly interest on bonds sold to fund the Cobo expansion, which will nearly double the facility’s size to 650,000 square feet. School Aid Budget Includes Grants For Districts Reducing Class Size The Legislature has ap­ proved a 1985-86 school aid budget totalling $554.9 million in general funds, and the bill includes a provision that will offer financial rewards to school districts that improve pupil-teacher ratios in kindergarten and first grade. The general fund total 240 South Cochran Avenue Charlotte, Michigan 48813 Qnluijj [T1 nd Zl PHONE... s aos 543-0920 — OR — CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC., INC. 482-2700 SUPER COUNTRY SETTING 5888 Curtis Road, Nashville, Ml. BEAUTIFUL u3-BEDsROOoMa R,ANCaH on 1-ocre; full basement with fireplace; 1% baths; 2'/» car garage finished, with 1'/, car workshop plus; 17'x20' deck overlooking valley: more prop­ erty may be purchased also. This home is ready for a large family: Lots of extras. Contact George Williams 852-9833 or 948-2016. HUNTER’S PARADISE ■ 135 ACRE FARM - 20 wooded acres, 50 tillable, balance pasture, large 2 story, 4 or 5 bedroom home with many extras . Brick fireplace with woodburner, 1 V?? baths, and nice family room. Pole barn 32x32 plus separate septic and well. Located west of Vermontville. Call Homer at 852-1915 or 726­ 0223. 7l/i ACRES, 5 BEDROOM - County living with room to grow. Needs some work and TLC. Lots of old shade plus a 20x20 building w/attached kennel. Maple Valley area. Priced to move at $29,900. (PH-01-CV) (HJ-89-IV) 2 M li ; I in REDUCED TO $41,000! “COUNTRY HOME” on 3 acres includes barn & other buildings PLUS A NICE MOBILE HOME 8 addition, main house is 2 story with 5 bedrooms, nice yard, located on blacktop road north of Vermontville. Call Homer at 852-1915 or 726-0223. (HJ-80-BV) story, 3 bedroom home 8 72x45 pole barn (Moriarity) plus other buildings, 35 tillable acres, blacktop road 8 natural gas. Bellevue schools. $70,000, with contract terms. Call Homer at 852-1915 or 726-0223. (HJ-85-KM) represents an 11.7 percent increase over the current year. The funding formula enacted in the budget gives a $303 basic grant per pupil with another $68.50 allocated for each operating mill. Included in the budget was a new incentive payment plan which offers each school district providing high school basic education requirements - a minimum number of class hours daily and a minimum number of years of English, social studies, mathematics and science - an additional $28 per student. Another budget highlight is a $8.35 grant per student in kindergarten and the first grades for every school district that reduces its class size to 25 students per teacher. Districts could also qualify by reducing this fall’s class size in those grades at least five percent below what they were in the last school year. Of the 570 school districts which qualify for funding under the school aid for­ mula, nearly 400 would be eligible for the reduction incentive money. The average Michigan public school class had 22 pupils in 1983, the third highest class size in the country. Teacher-student relationships are critical in the early years and we have a better chance to help students with academic problems in smaller classes. The program will be ex­ tended to second and third grade during the 1986-87 and 1987-88 school years. The increase in the school aid budget and the new in­ centive programs will help Michigan schools maintain their quality and strive for improvement. I applaud the class reduction plan and think it will reap large benefits in the years ahead. Eaton County 4-Hers can compete in state rabbit expo next month Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers are invited to compete in the 1985 State 4-H Rabbit Expo, Aug. 15-16, at Michigan State University. Entries are due July 25. Events will include live rabbit judging for meat and fur quality, showmanship contests and a breed iden­ tification quiz. Participants may also compete in a killing and dressing competition, a demonstration contest, rabbit cooking and costume classes, and Cavy fitting and showmanship. “The show gives 4-H‘ers an opportunity to improve their skills by competing against and observing others,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. “It’s an excellent opportunity for 4-H rabbit project members to learn and share their knowledge. Each division winner will receive a trophy. The award for first and second plance overall individuals will be a $200 and $100, respectively for college or career training scholarships. Participants in a minimum of five categories qualify for the award. The Rabbit Expo is free and open to the public. Ac­ tivities will begin at 8:30 a.m. in Demonstration Hall. For more information on this or any . of the events during Animal Science Week, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office at 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Wednesday, July 24 - 4-H Horticulture Contest, MSU Friday, July 26 - Homemaker’s Day at The Fair, 1 p.m., Fairgrounds Saturday, July 27 - State 4-H Dog Show, MSU July 27-Aug. 2 - 1985 Coast-The-Coast Bike Tour, Southwest Michigan Saturday, August 3-10 a.m. County Shoting Sports Tour­ nament, Bellevue Conservation Club. Saturday, August 3 - 4-H Day with the Tigers, Detroit. Monday, August 5 - 1:30 p.m. State Tractor Operator Contest, St. Johns. Monday, August 5-8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. August 7-10 - Youth Camp, Kettunen Center Thursday, August 8 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Aug. 13-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. August, 15-16 - State 4-H Rabbit Expo, MSU August, 15-16 - 4-H Dairy Goat Days, MSU Sunday, August 18 - 1 p.m. Fair “Thank You” picnic and 4-H Softball Playoffs, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds. August 19-22 - State4-H Livestock Expo., MSU. Tuesday, August 20 - State 4-H Horse Show, MSU. August 20-22 - State 4-H Dairy Cattle Days, MSU. August 20-21- State 4-H Poultry Expo., MSU. August 21-22 - State 4-H Veterinary Science Fair, MSU. August 21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament, Capitol Area Sportman’s Club, Lansing. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 23 - 4-H Animal Science Week, 8 p. m., Extension Office, Hastings. July 23-25 - Ag Expo, Michigan State University, East Lansing. July 27-August 2 - 4-H Coast-the-Ccast Bicycle Tour. August 3 - 4-H Youth Day at Tiger Stadium. August 5 - MAEH County Council August 5 - 1985 Invitational Michigan 4-H Tractor Operators Contest, 1:30 p.m., St. Johns High School parking lot. August 7 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m, Fair Office. August 9-10 - Christmas Tree Association annual summer Tour, Mathisen Farms, Greenville. August 12 - 4-H & FFA Livestock Banquet, 7 p.m., Com­ munity Building, Hastings. 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Walton and Bloom. COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 '/»" pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2 "-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Bennett Park on Frontier Coming events: Historical picnic in Ver­ days and at Thanksgiving go montville Park at 7 p.m. and to Ft. Wayne. Cards from Greta Firster Thursday, Aug. 1. Program in charge of Bill Mason in­ in Alaska says mosquitoes cludes “Kitchen Music” are terrible and huge. She Rose and Clyde from reports lots of construction and that they were going Hastings. Community yard sale gold panning. The country is Friday andSaturday, Aug. 9­ breathtakingly beautiful, she said. 10. Saturday July 27 - Museum Mr. Louis Goodenough and will be open 2-4 p.m. daughter Katie of Huntsville, Mrs. Shirley Mae Whipple Alabama spent last week of Kalkaska was a visitor in with Mrs. Serena the museum Saturday. She Goodenough and his was looking for information daughter Pat Kruger of of her grandmother Lena Woodland. Mae Wells, daughter of Orrin Twelve year old Tara Hill, Minor Wells and Catherine from Lake George, Rhodes, and great grand­ Colorado, daughter of Jackie daughter of William surprised her grandmother Augustus Wells. Some of Mrs. Goodenough by coming their pictures are in two with neighbors who were group pictures on the front traveling to Addison. She wall of the museum. will be visiting relatives for Also a Rev. Fredd Lee, several weeks. Tonya Swiger pastor of the Universal Life and Vicki Lewis, grand­ Assembly of Montpelior, Vt. daughter, spent Sunday p.m. toured the museum ThurGlad to report that Dale sday with Mrs. Kate Snider Northrup has been and Mrs, Ava Kroger. He discharged from HGB says Vermont has a woman hospital and is at home. governor Mrs. Kun. Mrs. Loretta (Carney) Fred Frith returned to his Konecki and daughter An­ Tina Royal of Lawrence Road sold her animal to' own home last week after drea from Lakewood, Total Group Services. five weeks as a surgical Colorado called on Mr. and patient at Pennock Hospital, Mrs. Robert Todd and Ruth then four weeks with his sons Ann and Mr. Fred Frith on Thursday evening. Her Lawrence and Morris. Mr. and Mrs. Robert mother, Mrs. Wilma Carney Fickes returned last week of Midland is in the hospital from a weeks fishing trip at seriously ill since Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd Syracuse, Indiana. Miss Martha Zemke and and Ruth Ann attended the Mrs. Ava Kroger attended Crook reunion at Charlton the Eaton County Historical Park on Sunday. The Kalamo Historical picnic on the old courthouse lawn Thursday evening and Society will meet for a enjoyed the excellent potluck and meeting on program presented by the Tuesday, July 30 at 6:30 p.m. Hennings, dressed in Bring a dish to pass, your costumes of an 18th Century own table service and drink. The community expresses rich French trader and his wife. They had a birch bark its deepest sympathy to the canoe - inside pine pitch family of Norma Jean Hosey mixed with charcoal, French for the tragic accident that This hog owned by Julie Welcher of Clark Road, was and British guns used 1730­ took her life on Tuesday purchased by Osborne Farms. 1760. At that time white evening. There was a large women stayed at the fort in attendance at the services Detroit, all other females Friday p.m. at the Bible \vere savages. They will be Church with interment at camped with other groups at Woodlawn Cemetery Tammy Endsley of South Wellman Road sold her steer to the Endsley Farm. \ BIG GEORGE’S PARTY STORE 637 South Main Street, NashviHe, Ml. 8529833 or 852-9670 PIZZA SPECIAL 16” Pizza with 3 Items Cold Keg Beer on Hand g99 Secords to celebrate 25th Mr. and Mrs. Gary Second will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary with an open house on Satur­ day, July 27, between 2-5 p.m. at their home, located at 9111 Assyria Rd. (on M-66 seven miles south of Nash­ ville). The celebration will be hosted by the Second’s four children and their spouses, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas (Debbie) Cramer of Bristol, Indiana; Mr. Norman Second of Plainwell; Mr. and Mrs. Blane (Karen) Perry of Lawton, Oklahoma; and Charles Second, II, at home. Gary Second of Dimondale and the former Etha Beers of Potterville were united in marriage on July 23, 1960, at the Potterville Methodist Church. Gary is employed as maintenance supervisor at State Tech, in Plainwell, and Etha was employed by the Family Alter Christian School in Battle Creek. Both are looking forward to the arrival of their first grandchild in Nov. �ffye Most Beautiful Da^ of ^our Isife start with thefinest WEDDING STATIONERY choose from our selection of WEDDING INVITATIONS • WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS • THANK YOU CARDS • RECEPTION CARDS • NAPKINS • WEDDING MATCHES • ACCESSORIES Sample books may be taken out overnight for selection at your convenience nilite Phone 945-9554 Hastings �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday July 23. 1985 — Poge 16 SununerjQodSale Sirloin Tip Steak $919 LB. LEAN HENRY HOUSE SMOKED Ground Hamburg Ham Sausage $119 Spartan Hot Dogs LB. FRENCH'S Squeeze LB. 49 Mustard CQF Qaj SPARTAN Poly Bag 2 LBS. Sugar. C Powdered or Light Brown QUARTERS FOLGER S FLAKE «J■99 Coffee ADC 26 OZ. Trash Can Liners Nestea 1 LB. PKG. Imperial $*dm>29 HBFTY 20CT. SUNSHINE REGULAR OR UNSALTED Krispy Crackers 3OZ 16 OZ. WT. OVENFRESH Golden Wheat Split Top Bread 20OZ. O» q JZ c COUNTRY FRESH MINUTEMAID Orange Juice Lemonade Pink & Lemon •A GAL. COUNTRY FRESH 12 OZ. "■ Country Fresh MUELLERS REGULAR OR THIN 2% Low Fat Milk GALLON $f69 spaRTan stones WVlIHII y J-®® (>2031 Main, Vermontville 726-0640 DOUBLE COUPONS Wednesday, July 24, Only DOUBLE MANUFACTURER'S COUPONS OFFER ■y — LIMIT ONE COUPON per ITEM. OPEN Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. NO DOUBLE COUPONS •» Sale Item — TRICES EFFECTIVE MONDAY, JULY 22, 1985 THRU SATURDAY, JULY 27, 1985 QUANTITY RIGHTS RESERVED COUPON Juicy Red Ripe Watermelon S-T39 At Cool Whip Topping REGULAR OR EXTRA CREAMY u ic ice each or 1J LB LB. Icy Fresh Broccoli lb 79c 12 OZ. 69* I WITH SI0.00 PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER. WINE « TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EX- LIMIT Michigan Grown Blueberries 99C LB. or 10LBS. ®859 PIRES SATURDAY. JULY 27. Review Store COUPON KRAFT " Miracle Whip . 32 OZ. LIMIT I WITH SIO.IN) PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER. WINE 'Ik TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EX­ PIRES SATURDAY. JULY 27. Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-07-30-2.pdf 64de3ced65f2f2e8134f7dd642b27604 PDF Text Text PAIS U.S.. POSTAGE Hastin ngs, M ieh^ 49058 Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 1 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 3 — Tuesday, July 30, 1985 47th Sunshine Party held in Vermontville last Friday The 47th annual Sunshine Party, sponsored by the ladies of the Methodist and the Congregation! churches in Vermontville was held Friday, with nearly 45 ladies attending. - The party is held each year to honor the elderly women of the community with devotions, entertainment and fellowship. Returning speaker Helen Boger gave devotions, speaking about time, ad­ vising that we “make wise use of our time.” Party Chairperson Martha Zemke noted that “I think it’s remarkable that Ver­ montville can do things other towns don’t do,” she said. “I don’t know of any other town that has a party to honor its older ladies.” Mary Fisher lit candles in remembrance of eight ladies who have died in the past year. Several ladies who are past residents of the area returned for the special day, including some from as far away as Florida, Oregon and the Upper Peninsula. Ed and Edna Smith provided musical en­ tertainment, singing “It Took a Miracle”, “He Touched Me”, “Because He Lives” and “Gentle Shepherd”. Grace Sprague, 96, a former Vermontville resident who now resides in Lansing, was recognized as the oldest lady in at­ tendance. Other ladies honored for Continued on page 3— The oldest ladies in attendance at the annual Vermontville Sunshine Party Thursday were honored. They are, from left, Pearly Haywood, 94, Irene Hadden, 91, Ellen Hamme, 88, Grace Sprague, 96, and Lois Fisher, 85. Mock disaster set for Wednesday by Shelly Sulser first aid class. 16 to 18 people will be in­ Members of the Ver­ The scene, will depict that montville ambulance crew, of an automobile accident volved, including Ver­ and the police and fire that involves a mother and montville police officer John departments will combine her child in one vehicle, and Stidham who will be in their services Wednesday a drunk driver in another charge of traffic control. fire evening at 7 p.m. when a car. Oster said the present Members of the department will also have a general practice mock plan is to have the second hand in the training drill, disaster drill will take place vehicle overturned. . using extrication equipment on First Street in Ver­ “We want to make it as After the ambulance montville. real as possible,” Oster said. arrives on the scene, the The mock disaster, The first aid students will Emergency Medical organized by First Aid In­ be performing the role of the Technicians will take each structor and Vermontville first responders to the ac­ patient to the ambulance Ambulance Director Lana cident scene, where they will using backboards, assisted Oster, is designed to provide be required to make patient by the first aid students. hands-on training for the assesments, apply bandages Oster also noted that seven students currently and call for an ambulance. spectators are welcome. enrolled in the advanced Oster noted that a total of Evelyn Hill serves punch to the honored guests. Mel Tillis draws over 1,500 to concert By Tex Reid Mel Tillis combined music and comedy Sunday to put on a first rate concert at Sandyland Park, Nashville of the North. Known for his stuttering, Tillis had no problem communicating with a crowd of approximately 1,500, from the opening notes of his first song, “Stay a Little Longer” until his finale “Detroit City.” Having recently released his 54th album, Mel pulled from a wide variety of songs for his entertaining set. “Coca Cola Cowboy,” “Burning Memories,” “Send me to Tuscon,” “I’ve Got the Horse, She’s Got the Saddle” were just some of the tunes he performed. He was ably backed by his eight piece band, The Statesiders. Tillis also sang two songs he wrote that have been big hits for other artists. “Ruby Don’t Take Your Love to Town,” and “Honey Open That Door” were big songs far Kenny Rogers and Ricky Skaggs, respectively, and were written by Mel in the ’60s. Mel told the audience about a new video he’s planning for his song, “Digging Up Bones,” that calls for 50-dogs to make their acting debut. Tillis’ humor as well as his music was a highlight of his concert. He had his audience rolling with tales of his jobs as auctioneer (for 15­ minutes), cookie-seller, and Air Force baker where he served his country “cakes, Singer-songwriter Mel Tillis entertained at Sandyland Park with a variety of songs, ranging from "Stay a Little Longer” to "Detroit City”, Incidently, the hat Mel wore throughout the entire concert is one that he sported in his new movie, "Uphill All the Way" which also features Roy Clark. donuts and pies” Preceding Tillis was Twice As Nice, twin sisters Ronda and Robyn White from Scotts, Mi. They entertained the audience with spirited renditions of popular country songs that have been made famous by such artists as the Judds and Connie Francis. Opening the show was Del Stevens and the Route 3 Band from Coldwater. Coming next to Sandyland Park wifi be T.G. Sheppard for two shows on Aug. 11. Twins Ronda and Robyn White of Scotts, Mi. sang a number of popular country songs at the recent Sandyland event. (Photos by Tex Reid) Approximately 1,500 turned out at Sandyland to enjoy entertainment by Mel Tillis and others. hayings PUBLIC library in 1 CHURCH STREET jfaittap, Michigan 49058 >0 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 Page 2 Nashville scouts enjoy Camp Gerber activities Fourteen scouts from Nashville Boy Scout Troop 176 spent the week of July 7 through July 13 at West Michigan Shores Council Camp Gerber near Whitehall. They arrived around noon On Sunday and that evening attended a religious service and the opening campfire. Throughout the week the scouts attended a variety of merit badge and skill award classes. They were involved in many troop activities also. Monday evening they made “dump cake” in the dutch oven and had a troop swim. On Tuesday Jason Brown, Lee Ossenheimer, Alvin Morgan, Tim Edinger, and Nick Priddly went on Indian Outpost which in­ volves learning about Indian lore and sleeping overnight as the Indians would. The remainder of the troop saw a movie that evening, Thursday the Scouts made homemade ice cream and had a second troop swim. Friday was the Water Carnival and the closing campfire. The Scouts had a very profitable week by com­ pleting many merit badges and skill awards toward advancement. They also had a very enjoyable week at camp. Those attending camp were Paul Boldrey, Jason Brown, Kevin Burd, Garth Davison, Tom Dunham, Jim Edinger, Tim Edinger, Mike Gillespie, David Lamance, Ronnie Merrill, Alvin Morgan, Chris Mudry, Lee Ossenheimer and Nick Priddy. The adult leaders ac­ companying them were Ed Boldrey, Leonard Eaton and' Dale Ossenheimer. 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Nashville scouts attending Camp Gerber were (front row, from left) Jim Edinger, Kevin Burd, David La- Sunshine Party, continued their longevity were 94-year- mance, Mike Gillespie, Chris Mudry, Alvin Morgan; (middle row) Ron Merrill, Tom Dunham, Tim Edinger, Jason Brown, Nick Priddy; (back) Ed Boldrey, Paul Boldrey, Garth Davison, Leonard Eaton, Lee Ossenheimer and Dale Ossenheimer. (Photo supplied) Hadden,- 96, Ellen Hamme, 88 and Lois Fisher, 95. Zemke noted that there were 14 people in attendance over 80 years of age. How do you build your IRA on experience rather than gimmicks? No problem. It seems everyone’s interested in getting your Individual Retirement Account...with handsome offers from interest bonuses to free toasters. Auto-Owners has been planning retirement incomes long before there was an IRA. And they can also provide the accurate, timely records you’ll need for the Internal Revenue Service. Just ask your “rfo problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can build your IRA on experience'rather than gimmicks. Ed and Edna Smith sang inspirational music at the sunshine party last week. /Vo Pr<)6&/m People, - Helen Boger, whose husband Paul was pastor of the Vermontville Bible Church for eight years, spoke to those in attendance at the party that has been held annually since 1938. Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School .. 10 a.m. ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School.. 10 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Au.Mn.a Syerc vicoeo.....11 aa..mm.. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: Wednesday: P.M. Service.......7 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study ......... 8 p.m. , AWANA........... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE CHURCH OF THE HAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH REV. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service........7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 3 Vermontville Little League All-Stars win tournament A 14 member all-star Vermontville team traveled to Lake Odessa last Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights to participate in a well organized eight-team Major League tournament for 10,11 and 12 year olds, and Ver­ montville won the Tourney. Included in the tourney, besides Vermontvillee were Lake Odessa, Woodland, Saranac-Clarksville, Ionia, Portland, Hastings and Sunfield. Vermontvilles first game was against Woodland on Monday night with Ver­ montville winning 15 to 3. Tuesday’s win was against Lake Odessa 6 to 5 in a well played game. Then Ver­ montville met Portland in the final game of the tourney on Wednesday night, beating them 12 to 8 in a very good game. Portland was the returning champion from last year. This is Vermontvilles first win in Lake Odessa Tournament. Pitching for Vermontville were Danny Franks and Jason Hoefler who shared the duties with three innings a piece in each of the three games. Both also con­ tributed greatly at infield positions of shortstop and catcher respectively. beautiful, large trophy for Eighteen strikeouts and only the championship and each eight walks were recorded player of the winning team by the two pitchers. received a new comOther fine infielders giving memorative baseball to their all were: Kirk Warner keep. With Vermontville at shortstop and catchr, Jeff being the smallest team at Moore and Scott Casteele at the tourney, they went on to first base, Brent Haag and win with the fine enDayton Walker at third base, couragement of a large Derek Brown and Jeremy crowd of parents and friends Sampson at second base. following them all the way. Many great plays were As with the other teams made in the outfield by these involved, the all-star team all-stars: Brian Dennis, was made up of members of Shawn Scott, Jacob the three little league teams Williams, David Lingholm, in Vermontville chosen by and Billy Powell. It was the coaches Greg Hoefler, really a team effort because Steve Warner and Larry all the ball players played in Lingholm. All three coaches at least three of the six in­ took part in coaching the nings in each game. championship team. The team received a COA Menu, Schedule of Events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Children craft classes begin in Vermontville Beginning this Saturday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. and continuing for the following three Saturdays, local children will have the op­ portunity to learn popular crafts that will be taught in the Vermontville Museum. These classes are being sponsored by the Ver­ montville Historical Society with ladies in the community donating their time and sharing their talents. This Saturday, August 3, Paula Cole will be teaching the art of basket weaving. This was a very popular craft when she taught it two years ago. For the second lesson, August 10, Jill Shance will be teaching the children to do stenciling. On August 17, Dorie Lit­ chfield will be helping the young ones to learn the fun that is derived from painting magnets. On the last Saturday, August 24, those in at­ tendance will be taught to do candlewicking by Jill Booker. Candlewicking is a form of Indian embroidery that was very popular in colonial days. All material needed for the classes will be supplied, and the young artists will be able to take their finished projects home with them. While all children are invited to participate, those from five to ten years of age probably will enjoy the classes the most. Monday,' Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. July 31 - Pizzaburger, carrot coins, corn, birthday cake— Hastings, Sing along with Fern-All Sites, birthday party. August 1 - Sweet and sour pork with vegetables on rice, squash, plums—Hastings, Hearing Clinic. August 2 - Country steak in gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, fresh fruit— Nashville, Hearing clinic. August 5 - Chicken salad on lettuce leaf, 3 bean salad, coleslaw, blueberry muffin, sliced peaches-Hastings, Social Security-Nashville, Blood Pressure clinic. August 6 - Veal patty in broth, sweet potato mash, green beans, fresh fruitHastings, Humanities class (mythology) Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. ACTION-ADS Current Tapes... “FalcSonue& tLhee Sano-wm8a5 n”2, “-R9u3n4aw7ay”, “JohnFnoyr mDoarneg ienrfourmslya”t,io“nM caa yhlle..m. on E Elm Street”Startin Soon! —— PlSaytaerrtsin Agv Saoilaobn!le—— Rent tapes on Saturday...and enjoy AthSe K enEtirTe wWeeEkeAndV. IBNacGk byC NLoAonSS AonS MKoEndTayW. EAVING CLASS - CLOSED SUNDAY We now accept MasterCard and Visa Kirt Petersen, Owner Located in the Office of Rapid Oil & Tire Co. 204 S. 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Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Vermontville’s tournament winning All-Star team is comprised of (first row) Dayton Walker, Jacob Williams, Jason Hoefler, Danny Franks, Derek Brown, Jeremy Sampson; (second row) Brian Dennis, Brent Haag, Bill Powell, Scott Casteele; (third row) Kirk Warner, Jeff Moore, Shawn Scott, David Lingholm; (top row) coaches Greg Hoefler, Larry Lingholm and Steve Warner. (Photo supplied) 4-H Shooting SportsTournoment scheduled August 3 Eaton County’s fourth 4-H Shooting Sports County Tournament will be held Saturday, Aug. 3, at Bellevue Conservation Club beginning at 10 a.m. Participants who have pre­ registered will be taking part in archery as well as rifle, BB-gun shooting and trap. Those who plan to attend all day will want to bring hot dogs and buns for a hot dog roast. 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Tuesday July 30 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the past by Suson Hinckley Recollections of first radios, ice wagons and a lot more By Susan Hinckley (Note: In May and December of 1983, and in July and December I9M we presented in this column a series of boyhood recollection* written by Gny W. Howell about his growingup in Nashville. The stories were such a hit with our readers that we encouraged Howell to continue his writing. Today we are pleased to publish the first installment of his “fifth edition.” Consecutive parts will appear in this column through August. Howell, who spent most of his adult life in the South and Southwest, now Ilves at Tucson, Arizona, and enjoys such varied hobbies as gardening, photography, astronomy, and generally soaking up the culture of the desert area. In the summer of 1983, ac­ companied by his wife Florence and her sister, Ivy Hardman, Howell made his first return trip to Nashville in 40 years - but he has kept in touch with his hometown via the News. Again, we are indebted to him for sharing with us these colorful memories of his youthful days in this community. His parents were the late Ransom and Florence Howell of Nashville.) ------ 0Memories No. 5 By Guy W. Howell Well, as I stated in my fourth Memories, here goes for Memories Article No. 5.1 didn’t honestly think I could write any more after the fourth one, but I kept remembering things, so here it is. There is no chronological order to these memories because I am writing it just as I remem­ bered things and jotted them down. When I was a young boy, probably around eight or nine years old, my mother and I went to church one Sunday. There was a missionary preacher there that Sunday from somewhere in the West. He was dressed in cowboy clothes, including two .44 caliber revolvers. Each holster was hung on a car­ tridge belt. They weren't loaded, but he had cartridges in the belt. He showed a few tricks, like spinning the guns on his fingers and having the handles come right into his hands. Incidentally, the handles were pearl. He would also snap the ham­ mers. It looked easy, so after service I asked him if he would let me do it. “Sure, sonny,” he said, “help yourself.” I pulled the gun up, took aim and pulled the trigger - and pulled - and pulled. The hammer didn't budge. I put my other first finger through the trigger guard and pulled. Finally the hammer came back and clicked. I kept on pulling and it snapped. It had looked so easy when he did it. Of course, he was a man and I was a boy. John Miller used to drive an ice wagon around town, delivering ice in the summer time. His customers would In the fall of 1938, Voyle and Marquita Varney bought the L. G. Cole dairy and grocery business located at the corner of Washington and Phillips streets, and she operated the store in their home until the summer of 1942. Varney expanded and modernized the dairy, making it one of the finest iin any small town in the state. On Nov. 26, 1943, Varney became the first Nashville volunteer fireman to die ie iin the line of duty. His widow carried on the dairy business until March 1944 when she sold it to her brother Nelson Brumm, owner when this photo was taken about ten years later. have a square card they put into a window facing the street. The card had num­ bers on it - 25, 50, 75 and 100. It was set with point up and one down, and was set in such a position that John could tell at a glance how much ice was needed. We kids would run along behind the wagon, and when John chipped away slivers of ice to even it up, we would get slivers of ice and go away sucking on them. John’s son, Lloyd, took up driving the wagon and I would go with him to help. We were buddies and went hunting, fishing, and just tramping around together a lot. Finally, the ice wagon was retired and they got a truck. I think it was Lloyd’s brother, Clarence, who took over driving the truck. A man by the name of Pendell has a dairy in Nash­ ville. He made the rounds of the town every morning delivering milk to his customers. A family would get so many dollars worth of tickets. There would be tickets for both quarts and pints. They would set their empty bottles on the porch with tickets in them in­ dicating the amount of milk they wanted. I think it was about 1934 or ‘35 that Voyle Varney bought out Mr. Pendell and ran the milk route, he had a store in one part of his house. Marquita, his wife, ran the store, and Voyle took care of the dairy. He put in a steam boiler and pasteurized the milk. He also had a steam whistle which he blew at exactly 12 noon, according to the Arlington time signals. I helped him on the route some. He used the milk wagon and horse for awhile. Then he brought a truck. I always liked to run, and would go on a trot everywhere I went. People used to say that if they saw mewalkig they would think I was sick. Lloyd Miller was quite a runner also. For the fun of it, he and I competed one day and neither could outrun the other. We were amazed. We tried it again, with the same result. We tried it occasionally through the years, but neither one could gain as much as an inch on the other. When Frank Dawson, my brother, was going to Saulte Ste. Marie, he had to cross the Straits of Mackinac. They were on a ferry that was just behind a huge ice breaker. Frank said the ice was about six feet thick. The ice breaker would run up onto the ice with its bow, and the enormous weight of the ship would break the ice. The ferry Frank was on was the last for the season. He went mid to late 1920’s radios were just coming into their own. I Early milk routes in Nashville operated under a system whereby tickets bought in advance were placed in empty bottles set outside daily by householders to indicate the number of quarts or pints desired. Guy Howell s first recollections of local milk routes were of those horse-drawn rigs similar to Potter s wagon seen in this circa-1910 photo. When his friend Voyle Varney started a milk route he first used a horse and wagon, and Guy helped some on deliveries. think the first one we owned was a Crosley 4-tube set. It was powered by on six volt A battery, two 90 volt B bat­ teries, and one 45 volt C battery. Our next radio was a Monroe. I forget which one we were using at the time, but we received a program directly from Admiral Byrd’s Expedition to LitUe America! That was really a thrilling thing. It wasn’t at all like it is now, because now you can receive a message instantaneously from any part of the globe. This program from Byrd was sent via various stations. “Come in, New Orleans.” When that station answered they would say, “Come in, Buenas Aires,” then,' “Come in, Lima,” then, Come in, Aukland,” then, “Come in, Little America.” The next voice we heard was Admiral Byrd. It was really a wonderful thing as each station called the next one. We could hear it all. Then Byrd told of their ex­ ploits. He said the sun was coming above the horizon for the first time that season. The men were on top of anything they could get on to catch the first glimpse of it. On another program he said they were having a heat wave. The temperature was 10 degree above zero and it was mid-summer. It was mid-winter in Michigan. They also had a piano down there and they broadcast some music and singing. Those radio broadcasts were really something to remember. There was one of the teachers at school who was a music teacher. She gave lessons to anyone who wanted them at 50 cents a lesson. I think her name was Mrs. Roe. She had a son named Vidian and a daughter by the name of Jean. I studied piano with her for a few weeks. Then our funds wouldn’t allow any more lessons. Mrs. Charles Cruso, who lived next door west of us, offered to teach me to play the organ. She had an old­ time organ, the back of which was highly carved wood, with a round platform on each side of the keyboard to hold a kerosene lamp. I studied under her for awhile. We didn’t have to pay for the lessons. But my thoughts were now on learning any instrument at the time, so I quit that. A while later, after I had learned some about playing the guitar, an outfit came to town calling itself The Oahu Conservatory of Music. I was all for leaning the guitar properly. The man taught Spanish and Hawaiian quitar, at 50 cents a lesson. After my lesson he would get out his guitar. He had been through the professonal Hawaiian course. He would electrify my guitar and we would have a jam session. We were on the second floor of a building on Main St. It was summer and we had the windows open, and we could see people looking up at the window. We had a lot of fun, but I couldn’t seem to learn much, so I let the lessons drop. My brother, Frank Dawson, was in the Army in 1922. He was in the 2nd Division, stationed at Camp Custer. The commanding officer was General Knudsen. One day the general was sitting on a keg in front of his tent when a young soldier came down the street. He passed the officer without slauting. A few minutes later he passed again without saluting. This happened several times. Then the general spoke and said, “Soldier, don’t you know who I am?” The young man must have had something very weighty on his mind, because he looked up and became very flustered, saluting several times. The general said, “Relax, soldier. It is obligatory to salute an of­ ficer, and I know just how you feel, because I came up from the ranks myself. If it weren’t for for Army regulations I wouldn’t care if I didn’t get saluted, because every time a soldier salutes me, I have to return the salute. But just make sure you salute all the officers, because you can get into a lot of trouble if you don’t” The soldier thanked him and went on his way. I used to patronize Bur­ dick’s Tavern some when I was a young man. One night I was sitting drinking a beer and eating a hamburger when a man walked in. I don’t remember his name, but 1 knew him. He was a Merchant Marine, and had been at sea for some time. He sat at the bar and started drinking. Before too long he was getting pretty high and loud. He kept flashing roll of bills that would choke an ox, as the saying goes, and there was a man in the tavern who was eyeing that roll every time it came out. Warren Burdick spoke to the sailor replied, “There’s a thousand dollars in that roll. I just got back from a trip and got paid. I can take care of my money all right.” He wouldn’t listen to Warren’s suggestions about putting the money in the safe. A little later Warren said, “I have a debt that I have to pay. Would you loan me a thousand dollars?” “Sure thing,” the sailor said, and handed him the roll, which he immediately put into the safe. The man who had been eyeing the money got up and left. Warren told me later that the sailor came in the next morning. “What was I doing last night?” he asked. Warren told him what had happened, and added, “I ‘borrowed’ the money from you and put it in the safe to keep it for you.” That sailor was very much relieved. (to be continued next week) It's easy...turn those unwanted items into cash ... with an Action Ad — 945-9554 Happy Summertime All HAIRCUTS................ gOO Includes shampoo and blow dry SHAMPOO ANDSET.. 1-00 "The Mirrors image" h!li*oi»2 iwaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30. 1985 __Page 5 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events Thursday. Aug. 1-7 p.m. Picnic in Vermontville Park in case of rain in Griswald Room. Potluck supper followed by “Kitchen Music” by Rose and Clydd from Hastings. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9-10, Community Yard Sale. Ito |l teu Ssis :* “5; 11 ssn tiij, tiitiiejn, /J 4r (wSfiM t^a-f,tpc“ P Wsi tf M!«h nse^! J** 4«Ji>lkifiiii J* 4J >k itftiteiii Rmi^ ifajjiitfijij latktffluiiii ®tatie paiilasiir S'lfefa MtJ ill |l< A few wouldn't ta n f te passed siesta Mi attrite tarns real times. AliUelileln raispoteaod "IhaveadeMli , don’t jis pay. Mimi rnejimj tai Ah’ han had thmg,"thfsaln treaty on taWtata se be looted beimsiW came very safeTbeiaiii fig several ertW BriallAM1 iff. It is M4'** jigeanaf- «”*“ wjjBttow eiameop a ■aysdl.ilit ysdAl.ilritay^JJ Nearly 50 ladies attended the annual Sunshine Party at the Griswald Room Friday afternoon. Miss Martha Zemke acted as mistress of ceremonies with devotions on “Time” by Mrs. Helen Boger. Mrs. Mary Fisher gave the necrology and lit eight candles in memory of Ruth Briggs, Verna Car­ penter, Ethel Figg, Daisy Hokanson, Esther Satterlee, Ruby Siple, Margaret Rounds Wineman and Norma Hosey. Mr. Ed Smith from Nashville entertained with solos accompanied by his wife Edna Smith. Lovely refreshments of fancy cookies, punch, iced tea and coffee were enjoyed. Mrs. Janice (Mahar) Swift from Yuma, Arizona is visiting family and friends in this area. Mrs. Marilyn Halas, Kathy and Karen from Lansing spent Wednesday with Mrs. Ava Kroger. Rev. Fredd Lee, pastor of the Universal Life Assembly Church from Montpelior, Vermont stopped at Ava Krogers on Wednesday and she and Kate Snider accompanied him to tour the museum. He was very in­ terested in the history of our village and planned to visit their lady governor, Mrs. Kun whom he seemed to know. On Saturday evening a Mrs. Shirley Mae Whipple from Kalkaska stopped at the Museum and Mrs. Joanne Hansen helped her look up information con­ cerning her grandmother Lena Mae Wells, daughter of Orrin Minor Wells and Catherine Elizabeth Rhodes. She found pictures of William Augustus Wells and his wife, also of Orrin Morris Wells on some group pic- tures in the Museum. Mr. Edwin B. Lewis, 74, a former resident passed away in Lansing on July 20 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing where he was known as “Mr. Downtown” for arranging and organzing events. Services were held Wed­ nesday at 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church with arrangements by EstesLeadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Mrs. Bernice Adrion from Corvallis, Oregon and Mrs. Lois Fisher from Escanaba came Friday to attend the Sunshine Party, then spent the weekend with Mrs. Ava Kroger. On Sunday they all visited Mrs. Velma Whit­ more in Eagle. Mrs. Kim (Nagle) Baklund and baby son and Mrs. Jerry Drewyor from Huntsville, Arkansas were Saturday luncheon guests of Mrs. Leta Nagle then all attended the 5 p.m. wedding of Miss Tracy Nagle to Mr. Steven Yawger at the First Wesleyan Church in Battle Creek. Later the reception was held at Bedford Hills Country Club. Others from this area attending were Mrs. Doris Scott (grandmother), Mrs. Judy Gordineer and Mr. and Mrs. Fay Upright of Charlotte. Mrs. Nagle spent the night in Hastings with Mr. and Mrs. Merle Haines returning Sunday evening. Mrs. Ruth (Janousek) Dentel, Class of 1921, from Port Huron spent from Monday afternoon until Wednesday morning with Mrs. Mary Baker. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict were Saturday luncheon guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Adams and Family at Horton; called on Mrs. Leroy Benedict in Jackson, and were supper guests of Dr. and Mrs. Sunil Das and family in Ann Ar­ bor. Mrs. Das and Dileys accompanied them to the Detroit airport Saturday evening to meet the plane from Frankfort, Germany and welcome passengers Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wion and family of N. Manchester, Inc. who have been touring Nashville resident wins $5,000 prize Local resident Virgil C. Carrier has won $5,000 in the Michigan Lottery instant game, “Celebration,” on a ticket purchased at Carl’s Supermarket. The new instant game, “Michigan Summer,” offer around Europe for six weeks. The Wion’s spent Sunday night and Monday with the Benedicts. Mrs. Frances Olson returned Sunday evening after 10 days in the Upper Peninsula visiting at St. Ignace, Neganee and Marquette. 12 lump sum prizes of $100,000, as well as a top prize of $1,000 a week for life with guaranteed payment of SI million. Other instant cash prizes include $2, $10, $50 and $100 won when three like amounts are found among six hidden on each ticket. “In this game, we continue to test various prize struc­ tures to find which have the greatest appeal to instant game players,” said Lottery Commissioner Michael J. Carr. Odds in “Michigan Summer” are better than one in four that any ticket will award a prize ranging from a “Free Ticket” to $100,000. Over two-thirds of the total $10 million prize pool will go to $2, $5 and $10 winners, and there are thousands of $50 and $100 winners. Prizes through $100 are payable by agents, the result of a new policy instituted in the previous instant game. More than four million “Free Tickets” will be of­ fered in’ “Michigan Sum­ mer.” When signed, each one will give the winner another ticket at no cost and then become an automatic entry into the Grand Prize drawing selection process. 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The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, @ Hottie, BUSineSS and Car (^4uto-Owners Insurance 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 ThANoPtG^nPeop&r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Poge 6 Lion's Pride ranks third in state at Jr. Olympics meet Athletes from Maple Valley recently participated in the AAU-USA Junior Olympics held at Harper Creek High School near Battle Creek and returned home winners. Affectionately known as “Lions’ Pride”, Deanna Hagon, Tammy Morrison, Leslie Dipert, and Karris True joined together to form a mile relay team which is now rated third in the state and fourth in a six state area includng Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, West Virginia, Lake Erie and the Central Region. The girls represented the Grand Ledge Track Club and did a lot of training with the club’s help and guidance along with a lot of parental support, coaxing, en­ couragement, love and gas. Also picking up individual awards were Mark Trowbridge, Robbie Trowbridge, Deanna Hagon and Karris True. Mark ran with Cereal City Track Club in the two mile run taking fourth in the state and sixth in the region for his age group; Robbie, also with Cereal City, ran a two Mile Relay which took third in the state; Deanna Hagon ran the 880 Run and ranked second in the state; and Karris True earned a first Place Title in the State Meet with her high jump, and ranked second in the Region. Karris will now go on to compete in the international Youth Meet of Champions to be held August 2 and 3 in Plainfield, New Jersey. Karris plans on wearing the T-shirt that her relay team made famous at the State and Regional Junior Olympics because of its Flor esent yellow color, featuring the Maple Valley Lion’s head. Girl Scouts enjoying summertime activities About 30 girls from Nash­ venture for August is hor­ ville took advantage of seback riding. The fourth grade Junior Glowing Embers Girl Scout Camp near Delton recently. troop, with leader Pam They spent a week par­ White, will be getting ticipating in songs, crafts, together at Pam’s house for hiking, swimming and an instruction an hatchet, knife 'making new friends. and bowsaw safety. They The various troops are will also be making pizza and thecontinuing meet cooking over an open fire. throughout the summer. The Following dinner the girls Junior troop, under the will go to Fawley’s for leadership of Ruth Hughes, swimming. The scouts will met with her scouts for an meet this afternoon, July 30 outing at Charlton Park. The at 4 p.m, at Pam’s on Maple girls enjoyed a picnic lunch Grove Road. The scouts will swimming. and Theirneed to take a jack-knife, situpon, $3, bathing suit and towel. If you have a scout at­ tending, please pick-up your daughter around 8 p.m. Brownies in Troop 746 /A \ / 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE gathered at Taylors for a nature scavenger hunt, a Homer & Joan Winegar treasure hunt and swim­ Phone (517} 852-1915 ming, last Wednesday. Their next summer event will be a Evenings (517) 726-0223 mother-scout ice cream social on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at COUNTRY HOME ON 10 PLUS Putnam Park. ACRES • *25,000! Located south of Vermontville on blacktop Any fifth or sixth grade road, natural gas, beautiful girl interested in getting scenic view. House needs involved in the Junior work. Remodel to your own scouting program please tastes, tots of possibilities. contact Ruth Hughes. Girls Contract terms with 25% entering fourth grade in­ terested in scouting contact LAKE ODESSA VILLAGE NEAR Pam White. Parents with SCHOOLS and* park, 2 story, 7 girls in Kindergarten room (4 bedrooms) home on through third grade who corner lot, mature shade. have not already given their Listed at $32,000. 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Sec. 18 Barry Co.). Price: $4,900. (VL-131) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan “Reverence for Wood”by Eric Sloane. This is a book about the uses of wood in early American life, with many illustrations. It in­ cludes a section on' iden­ tification of nearly 60 native trees. Presented in memory of Joseph B. Hickey by Dave and Jeanne Long. “When Your Child Drives You Crazy” by Eda Leshan. Advice from a well-known child care expert. “They Cage the Animals at Night” by Jennings Michael Burch. The true story of a child who learned to survive. “The Secret War”. Another of the Time-Life books about World War II. New reference books for the Michigan Room are “Ben King’s Verse,” “The Life of John Henry Burke”, “Memorial Addresses Delivered in Congress for Arthur B. Williams” and “The Michigan University Song Book”. “The Desert Rose” by Larry McMurtry. A novel by the author of “Terms of Endearment.” “Sugartown” by Loren D. Estleman. The newest Amos Walker mystery, set in Detroit. "Lions’ Pride," comprised of (from left) Leslie Dipert, Tommy Morrison, Karris True and Deanna Hagon, participated in the recent Junior Olympics, held near Battle Creek, (photo supplied) Nashville holding muzzle loading shoot Sept. 20-22 Several organizations in the village of Nashville are planning various activities and events for what they are tenatively calling “Nashville Days,” set to be held Sep­ tember 20, 21 and 22. Event organizer Bob Harvey notes the festival is currently in the planning stage, and several possibilities are currently being explored. One finalized activity will be a muzzle loading shoot and rendezvous. The three day shoot competition will be held at Boucher’s Gravel Pit during yet been finalized, but Harvey is presently looking for a willing organization that will sponsor an arts and craft show, to possibly be held on the ball diamonds. The group would rent the field from the Riverside Recreational Development Committee, but all money from booth rent would be profit for the sponsoring organization. Harvey said that any group wishing to raise money can participate by contacting him, and in­ forming him of die type of fund raiser they wish to have during that time. One possiblity might be that a group would sponsor a horseshoe tournament in the park, Harvey said. Harvey also noted that the members of Nashville Baptist Church may sponsor a run. “Any organization that wants to can benefit from it,” said Harvey. “The event will be entirely self­ sponsored,” Any one wishing to par­ ticipate can contact Bob Harvey. Allegan County Fair to feature top entertainers Sept. 6-14 rtehne dethzvreoeus da(yths,e wshhioleotethrse’ campsites and trading area) will be behind Nashville Hardware. The Allegan County Fair is Several muzzle loading once again bringing some of groups or “clans” have been entertainment’s greatest invited, according to Hank stars to the area Sept. 6-14. Felder who is in charge of Opening this year’s fine line organizing the shoot. The up on Friday, Sept. 6, is John largest clan invited is called Waite. Waite is best known the Turtle Clan, which in­ for his hit single, “Missing cludes over 1,000 members. You”. They will be competing for On Wednesday,, Sept.. 11,, trophies and hatchet and the fair will host the State knife throws will also be Championship p p Wrangler g held. Anyone wishing to Country Showdown with Moe shoot can, and a local in­ Bandy as emcee. The Golden structor will be on hand to Boys of Bandstand starring give muzzle loading tips to Frankie Avalon, Fabian, and the public. oy Rydell y Bobby will enchant The campsite which will be audiences on Thursday, filled with tee-pees, lean-to Sept. 12, with two per­ tents and other tents, will be forpm.ance,, s. t The three open to the public at 9 a.m. recently united and are and close in the evening at 8 touring the United States p.m. on all three of the days. with their greats of Other activities have not yesteryear. The princess of country music, Crystal Gayle, will close the 1985 fair season with two performances on Saturday, Sept. 14. Crystal has been absent from the touring scene for the past two years after having given birth to her first child. Tickets are available by calling the fair office at (616) 673-6501 or 673-8706. All seats reserved for all shows. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. 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The wooden form used to shape bows also sits on the shelf behind them. ■Wlm, i*6® is?!! k“*» IS li*Sdros s* iSss* '«toddle SJ-rrii-** i-** 7 by Shelly Sulser If anyone were to ask Jerry Brumm or Rick Shepard what their favorite pastimes are, they would without an instant’s hestitation agree that it is an age old sport called archery. After their regular daily working hours, the two can usually be found in the workshop sawing, gluing and sanding what they call Great Northern Longbows. Avid archers themselves, Brumm and Shepard attend archery shoots in and around the state of Michigan nearly every weekend. The men, preferring the longbow over other types such as the recurve or the combination, started out making them for themselves nearly a year ago. “Part of the tradition is to make your own equipment,” says Brumm, who made his first bow at age 12. Through word-of-mouth and a growing reputation for making quality equipment, Shepard says their bow­ making business has “snowballed”. “It usually takes about a year to 18 months to get a longbow anywhere else, but we can have one ready within 60 days,” notes Brumm, owner of Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods. “Our bows have earned a pretty good reputation which pleases us.” Brumm also notes that he and Shepard are the only ones in Michigan who make the longbow. “They are mostly made out West and in Montana, and New Mexico,” says Shepard who is quick to add that he and Brumm make them strictly for the fun and that they are not out to make a profit. “It’s gratifying to be able create something that has » Haney the power the longbow has,” said Brumm who serves as secretary of the Michigan Longbow Association which includes over 150 members. ‘‘Michigan Longbow is probably the largest chib of longbow archers in the world,” they said. Explaining that the traditional flat bow (the English version is the longbow) dates back to the 1800’s when the American Indians used them for hunting, Brumm says his interest in the sport stems from what he has learned about its history, as well as from the power the bow contains. “Longbows don’t have any wheels or pulleys like the combination bow,” he said. “You rely on your own strength.” Although there are two types of longbows, Traditional and Hill, Brumm and Shepard most often use the traditional type. However, Brumm notes the Hill type has a very in­ teresting history, beginning with Robin Hood. “Howard Hill was a stunt man for the old Robin Hood movies,” Brumm explains. “He’s the one who can be credited with creating an interest for archery in people back in the 1940’s and 50’s.” Brumm said he started out using only locally obtained wood, such as maple, walnut and ironwood, but some customers prefer other types not found locally. After the wood for the bow handle has been selected, flat Shedua and bamboo strips are glued together, with an outer fiberglass coating also included. The bow is then placed in a homemade form that presses the wood together, squeezes out excess glue and gives shape to the bow. The form, which includes a fire hose filled with air to create extra pressure on the bow, is placed in an oven. After baking, the men sand off corners and excess dried glue. Each are then hand emblazoned with the words “Great Northern” and a picture of two maple trees. Although today’s methods of making bows varies much from the Yew the Indians used, (solid pieces of wood with a flexible outer layer) the bows still contain strength and durability, as well as built-in potential to project an arrow at in­ credible speeds and distances. As if spending countless hours in the workshop and attending contests was not enough, the love of the sport also compels the men to make their own arrows and Shepard and his wife, Chris, make the leather quivers too, which are used to carry the arrows. “It’s the tradition that keeps us going,” Shepard notes. “I guess it’s the boyhood fantasy to be like Robin Hood that shows through once in a1 while.” Often when Shepard, of South Bedford Road, and Brumm, of Thornapple Lake Road, are at contests, called Novelty Shoots, they follow a course through the woods, shoot the target and move on to another. “We don’t do it as much to win as we do just to have fun,” says Brumm. Other target contests include aerial shoots as well, when targets are tossed in the air and shot at. 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Rick Shepard, left, and Jerry Brumm demonstrate proper archery procedure, using equipment they made themselves. ASSS4OM photo Center �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 8 Eaton County 4 H winners The 1985 Eaton County 4-H Fair judging started Saturday, July 20, with 910 non-livestock, 4-H and FFA entries being evaluated at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The results of the judging showed area young people receiving top ten awards in the following areas: Young Sewing - Melanie Brenner, Sunfield 4-H; Shannan Edgel, Sunfield 4­ H; Alain Serren, Bellevue 4- Ceramics Debbie Exelby, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Dan Laverty, Vermontville, Jr. Farmers; Heather Brown, Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers; Amy Laverty, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Dolls Amy Laverty, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Leathercraft Teresa Todd, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Amy Laverty, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Food Preparation Top Ten Gun Safety Jacob - Amy Walker, Vermontville Williams, Vermontville Jr. Jr. Farmers; Lachelle Farmers. Fifteen new trash barrels Haigh, Bellevue 4-H Far­ were added to the mers. Selected to receive special fairgrounds through the Annual Trash ' Barrel awards from the Lansing Decorating Contest. First • Local of Michigan Milk place in the individual entry ProdJucers Association was: Place, Cheryl category went to Brice First Hasselback from the Ver­ VanHouten, Sunfield 4-H. Poultry Winners montville Jr. Farmers. Judging continued on Champion Male Bird: Faith Monday, July 22 with food Wells, Vermontville Jr. evaluated and Farmers. Jason Byington, a member of the Vermontville Junior Farmers, won a Top Ten award for his clowning performance. Bill Jack Reynolds, left, earned Top Ten honors with his woodworking and Jacob Williams took Top Ten awards for his wild flowers and gun safety. Jason Byington, left, Dan Laverty, center and Barry Byington were participants in the 4-H rodeo at the fair. Some of the Vermontville area horse club members showed at the Eaton County Fair ast week. Shown are from left are Lacey Brumm, Carleen Becraft, Monique Colizzi and Chris Gardener. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 9 For his bowling, sculpture, photography and passports to world understanding nderstanding projects, projects Derek Myall earned Top Ten honors. ‘••gaff Pam Wetzel received first place and reserve cham­ pion for her carcass lamb. Wells, Vermontville Jr, Farmers. Reserve Champion Fryers - Clay Lancaster, Sunfield 4­ H. Champion Roasters Faith Wells, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Reserve Champion Roasters - Jess Lancaster, Sunfield 4-H. 4-H Floriculture, Vegetables and Crops were judged on Tuesday, June 23, with the following area members receiving top ten awards: Floriculture - Jess Lan­ caster, Sunfield 4-H. Horticulture - Faith Wells, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Jeff Laverty, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Paula Woodworth, Feed Fetchers. Rabbits Showmanship 11 and 12 years: Jeff Laverty, Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers. Showmanship 15 and 16 years: Derek Myall, Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers. Best of Breed Angora: Theresa Todd, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Best Opposite Angora: 4-H in a partnership for progress Theresa Todd, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Best of Breed Dutch: Stephanie Sheets, Sunfield 4­ H. Best of Breed Lop: Charlie Harms, Sunfield 4-H. Best Opposite Lop: Becca Wilford, Sunfield 4-H. Best Opposite Mini Lop: Heather Brown, Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers. Best of Show Fancy Theresa Todd, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Scott Reid was first in showmanship with his swine project in his age division. Tina Priesman won a Top Ten award for her vegetable project. Greg Trine won Top Ten honors for his archery ex­ hibit. Greg is a member of the Vermontville Junior Farmers, headed by Phyllis Wells. Scott Reid earned a Top Ten award for his wood project. Pam Wetzel's water color painting, top, earned a Top Ten award, and her oil painting of a tiger took first place. First place beef showmen in the Feed Fetchers club are Kim Thompson, left, Troy Thompson, center and Shaun Thompson. �Th* Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 10 Kevin Wetzel earned a Top Ten award with his architechture drawing and model of a house. Jeff Laverty and Faith Wells, both of the Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H Club received Top Ten honors with their vegetables. Shantel Turner of the Maple Valley Beefers had the first place lamb. Members of the Maple Valley Beefers who won awards at the Eaton County Fair last week are from left: Mark Martin, Kevin Wetzel, Pam Wetzel, Shantel Turner, Jeff Wetzel and Tai Gearhart. Not pictured is Nathan Shogan. Members of the Vermontville Junior Farmers who showed rabbits at the Eaton County Fair were from left, shown sitting a the picnic table they donated to the Dixon Mini Park, are Derek Brown, Mark Todd, Heather Brown who won with the best opposite, Derek Myall and Teresa Todd, winner with best opposite, best of breed and best of show fancy. Standing in back are Dan and Jeff Laverty. The Maple Valley Beefers 4-H club won second place on its educational exhibit, shown here with three of the club members, Pam Wetzel, Keven Wetzel and Shantel Turner. Shantel Turner also had the reserve champion pen of lambs, shown here assisted by Kevin Wetzel. In non-livestock projects, Shantel Turner won first place in woodworking, original macrame and wiith her photographic prints taken with an adjustable camera. �Pam Wetzel was first place in showmanship and had the first place steer. Tai Gearhart had the grand and reserve champion Chianna, the grand cham­ pion bred and owned cow, the champion cow and calf, was junior champion, had the champion calf and won reserve supreme for his champion female shown here. �Th* Maple Valley New», Nathvill*. Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 12 Tino Priesmon of the Spoulding 4-H club won first place in beef. Troy Thompson's lamb won the the reserve champion award at the fair last week. Troy was also the reserve champion sheep showman. Those who showed sheep from the Vermontville Junior Farmers club are: (from left) Faith Wells, who won first place with her market lambs; Jeff Laverty; Dan Laverty; Scott Everett; Mike Siple who had the Grand Champion Fleece, the Grand and Reserve Champion Rambouillet Ram, and the Grand Champion Suffolk Ewe; Mike Everett; Dan Siple, who had the Reserve Grand Champion Rambouillet Ewe and won first place in showmanship; Brian Ainsworth, who had the Reserve Champion Corriedale Ewe, and Steven Ainsworth, who had the first place montadale Ewe; Not pictured is Amy Laverty. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUM3ER YARD DtLITERIRG-tUMRIRG-EGTINiTIRG-GAYIRG Call and Compare...852-0882 la Nashville -1 block Eost on the trocks Commodore K-Vanity 17x20 w/Top-less Faucet Moen Kitchen Faucet 2 Handle No. 7900 $*O QW95 White $4295 Mike, left, and Scott Everett had a successful day of showing at the Eaton County Fair last week. Scott was named the champion sheep showman, while Mike won the award for having the reserve champion ewe over all breeds, and the champion ram over all breeds. Football practice begins Aug. 12 for Maple Valley Practice will begin for grades nine thru 12 Aug. 12 at 8 a.m. at Maple Valley Jr.Sr. High School. If anyone is new to Maple Valley or did not sign up, please, feel welcome to come to practice. We would like to have you in the Maple Valley football program. If you have any questions you may call Coach Mittelstaedt at 852-9510. (8-6) MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner t'Nash ville. . .517~852~9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime ACTION-ADS GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). 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Terrolynn Trine of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers was also a participant in the talent show, shown her doing a jazz dance. Others participating were Faith Wells playing the piano and Bill Jack Reynolds, who also played piano. Practice starts for girls basketball on August 5 Audrey Dumont of the Vermontville Junior Farmers won Top Ten Honors with this flute solo in the talent show. Shown assisting is Faith Wells. FAMILY HAIR CARE at Village Hair Port MEN'S-WOMEN'S CHILDREN'S 470 E. Main Appointment 726-0257 Jr varsity Jr. varsit girls irls basketb basketball practice will start on Monday, August 5. All girls in 9th and 10th grades interested in playing, please report to the gym at 9 a.m. Practices will be held from 9 to 11:30 during the weeks of August 5 and August 12. If you have any questions please call coach Carol Kraal at 726-0418. h ACTIOIV-ADS GARAGE SALE: 1 mile south of Nashville on M -66, % mile west on Bivens Rd., Friday, Aug. 2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., craft items, children and adult clothes and misc. Hand Car Wash CARS PICKUPS S500 sgoo ...or... 726-0623 11X» rate r... 4Qt.0ii . Labe 1 Filte r... $110047 Also Available... GOODYEAR, MICHELIN, Bedford Auction FOOD SALE Saturday, Aug. 3*4 P.M. Seafood, meats, vegetables, many other kinds of food. — BRING COOLERS — Bedford Auction M-37 • Every Friday Night at 7 PM PHONE — 968-5178 HERCULES, ATV, TIRES We’ve Cut the Interest Rates! The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) has reduced the interest rates on its Home Improvement Loans effective May 6, 1985. The old rates were 3 to 10 percent, based on your annual adjusted income. The NEW RATES are now 1 to 9 PERCENT, based on adjusted annual income. Eligible homeowners can borrow up to $15,000, with 15 years to repay, for most kinds of permanent improvements: Insulation, roofing, plumbing, room additions, electrical systems, painting, siding, handicapper access, and many others. Annual Adjusted Income* New Interest Rate Less than $6,000 $ 6,000­ 6,999 7,000­ 7,999 8,000­ 8,999 9,000- 9,999 10,000-10,999 11,000-11,999 12,000-12,999 13,000 - 20,000 1% 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 and WHEELS We also carry BATTERIES RAPID OIL &TIRE 204 S. Main, Nashville, Mich. KIRT PETERSEN, Owner Call .852-1948 * Adjusted annual income means gross income at the time you apply for a loan, minus $750 for each member of the household living in the same dwelling unit. For more information, contact MSHDA Home Improvement Loans, P.O. Box 30044, Lansing, Ml 48909; telephone (517) 373-8017. OPEN Mon-Sat 8:30 am-6 pm ...for OIL & TIRES We accept... MasterCard & Visa Equal Housing Opportunity PA 130 of 1977 MSHDA Pub. 10A; 5/85 �Th* Maple Valley Naw*, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1965 — Page Heather Brown and Dan Laverty of the Vermontville Junior Farmers earned Top Ten awards for their ceramics. Amy Laverty and Debbie Exelby, not pic­ tured, also won Top Ten for their ceramic projects. something new for boaters and RV Faith Wells had the champion male bird large fowl which is the White Rock Rooster shown, as well as the champion pen of fryers, the champion pen of roasters and the reserve champion female large fowl. Polonia gas water heaters MAPLE VALLEY CONCRETE PRODUCTS EWING WELL DRILLING (517)852-1900 Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... SnUi side of fashille on IMS RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM Summer Canning Supplies Victorio Strainers Canning Jars • Lids Crocks• Jelly Jars • Canner Gaskets • Gauges • Mirro Presto • National • Canning Kettles Canning Accessories Headquarters for all your canning ASHVILLE HARDWARE 105 N. MAIN STREET — NASHVILLE Phone 852-0713 Brice Hasselback won first and second place with the barrels he painted. (We service submersible pumpsl^/i GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 Personal note— On Saturday, July 20, Mrs. Elsie Ramsey of Nashville enjoyed a visit from her granddaughter, Mrs. Debbie Kruger of Columbus, Ohio. The two were dinner guests that evening at the home of Claudette and Ted Myers, Mrs. Ramsey’s daughter and son-in-law of Charlotte. On Sunday, Elsie and Debbie had breakfast at a Nashville restaurant. In the afternoon, Debbie returned to Columbus. On Sunday, July 28, Mrs. Elsie Ramsey enjoyed having her two great grandchildren, Robbie and Takytha Potter of Hastings and Middleville visit. They will return home on Wed­ nesday afternoon. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION ADS WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST I 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. ERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM W • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS SV Do it yourself • 1 'A" pipe 5' length,, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville KJ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 15 Mulberry 4-Hers enjoy successful fair week rabbit showmanship. Weston in both equitation and qualified for the cham­ pleasure in the Show of pionship class and Willy Champions and won several showed the Reserve Satin ribbons in fun classes. Sommer Kellogg, another rabbit. Willy also had Grand Champion halter pony and first year member, also did Weston showed Grand well, placing third in halter and sixth in Equitation. Champion halter horse. Kelly Reid was Reserve Kristina Tobias, in her English first year of 4-H, was Jr. Champion Champion Club showperson equitation and first in and fourth Jn the Kiwanias English pleasure. Kristin second in championship. She was fifth Reid was equitation and third in western pleasure and Surplus food card renewal received an outstanding exhibit award. process begins August 7th Ronda Steinbrecher was If you have a blue Surplus County Community Action sr. club Showperson and fifth Commodity Card which Agency Office, 220 West in equitation and fifth in shows an expiration date of Court Street (Courts & Law Pleasure. July, August, or September Building) Hastings. For “We are looking forward 1985, now is the time to information regarding this to another great year and renew your card for another program one may call the welcome new members,” year. Only persons with CAA at 945-5081. said the leaders. valid, up-to-date cards will be able to receive the surplus cheese, butter, rice, honey, and flour at the next distribution in September 1985. The card renewal process is a simple one. If you receive surplus food at Saturday, August 3 - 10 a.m. County Shoting Sports Tour­ Assyria, Delton, Hastings nament, Bellevue Conservation Club. Department of Social Ser­ Saturday, August 3 - 4-H Day with the Tigers, Detroit. vices, Hastings Community Monday, August 5 - 1:30 p.m. State Tractor Operator Service Center, Hickory Contest, St. Johns. Corners, Middleville, Nash­ Monday, August 5 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, ville, or Orangeville, you Fairgrounds. may renew your card on August 7-10 - Youth Camp, Kettunen Center Wednesday, Aug. 7th at the Thursday, August 8 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, times shown for the site Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Aug. 13-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer $400 for the village share of listed on your card. Cards Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., the new flag pole cost, issued to sites at Johnstown, having budgeted a total of Prairieville, and Woodland Charlotte? Tuesday, August 13 - Alfalfa and Dairy Field Day, Wilson$1,000 for opera house im­ may be renewed at the September 11th Distribution. Dansby Farm on Hooker Rd., 2 miles North of Mason -1:30 provement. Only persons whose cards p.m. Although the township and August, 15-16 - State 4-H Rabbit Expo, MSU the village have not formally expire July, August, and met to agree on certain September 1985 need to August, 15-16 - 4-H Dairy Goat Days, MSU repairs for the building, each renew their cards at this Sunday, August 18-1 p.m. Fair “Thank You” picnic and 4-H hope to have it ready for use time. To renew your card, Softball Playoffs, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds. by the time the Vermontville you need to present: sesquicentennial takes place Recertification will be held next summer. at the following sites on Another project con- Wednesday, Aug. 7: cerning the opera house that Department of Social the township hopes to begin ... for ... soon is the installation of a Services, 555 W. Woodlawn wheel chair entrance ramp Ave., Hastings, 9~a.m. to 12 to the building. Baker noted noon. Maple Valley Arms, 106 that elections used to be held in the building, but voting Lentz S,t„ Nashville, 9 a.m. was moved to another to 2 p.m. • 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. • location because people Persons may also recertify confined to wheel chairs did by bringing the proper not have easy access to the documentation to the Barry Your Presence — No Gifts Please voting machines. Baker also noted the pillars were repaired about a month ago, and that the township just recently paid the bill for the work. “These are things that should have been done a long time ago,” Baker said. Mulberry 4-H Club of Nashville took nine mem­ bers to the Barry County Fair under the leadership of Pam Rooks and Lois Ackett and did very well. Jason Ackett and Julie Welcher showed swine and beef. They received good prices for their market animals and herdsmanship awards. Weston and Willy Rooks received A awards in EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Vermontville's historic opera house to undergo improvements by Shelly Sulser Vermontville’s historic opera house is undergoing some well needed im im-­ provements, thanks to the township and the village of Vermontville. Township Clerk Janice Baker reports now that the front steps to the landmark have been repaired, the next project is to paint the trim on the building around the windows, on the eaves troughs and around the roof. According to Baker, the township owns the top half of the opera house, while the village maintains ownership of the bottom half of the building. Since the building, which houses the village library in its basement, is jointly owned by the village and the township, the two share in the costs of the repairs and improvements. Village council member Lana Oster notes the village paid $600 toward the steps repair and Retirement Open House LYLE VARNEY Saturday, August 3,1985 TO VISIT OUR BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Every bride dreams of the perfect wedding . . . a day that she will hold dear all through their lives together. We invite you to stop in and start with the finest in . . . Wedding Stationery Choose from our selection of.. I ' WEDDING INVITATIONS I WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS i I THANK-YOU CARDS U RECEPTION CARDS r 1 NAPKINS I 1 WEDDING MATCHES II ACCESSORIES 11 ATTENDANTS GIFTS SAMPLE BOOKS MAY BE TAKEN OUT OVERNIGHT FOR YOUR SELECTION AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Preliminary examination set for local resident A preliminary examination of Aug. 5 was scheduled for David Calvin Easey, 25, of Nashville, Friday morning in the Barry County Circuit Court Easey is being charged with the March 8th breaking and entering of an occupied dwelling, located at 5791 Center Road, Hastings. If found guilty of the of­ fense, he faces a maximum of 15 years in prison. miffir 1*521. BrwBwq. KcHa 45151 FHQHt S4S4SS4 (Arw Code 616) | jj i•I• OF US ' I A CITY ALL STATE Enclosed is my payment for: $1103 B50arOrythCou Anty $13.50 Other Areas Z Ort^MOoO United Why || m $8.50 Students (9 month.1s) » L$n1c 2 Surrounjd- ing Counties I , (Allegan, Calhoun. Eaton, lonio. Kalamazoo. Kent) Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Berry County Since 1856 — noo JL V per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY... j~ Send my subscription to: for and.., Hastings Only I Thanks to you... it works... 74e _ ,7381 EAST STATE ROAD For More Information! P.O. Box By Hastings, Ml. 49058 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 30, 1985 — Page 16 BREADED Pork Cutlets $11 49 LB HERRUD BULK HOMEMADE Pork steak $119 LB. JL BONELESS LB. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 3 — Tuesday, August 6, 1985 Council requested to abandon section of street A request by the Ver­ montville Bible Church for the abandonment of a por­ tion of Jefferson Street lying between North Main and Walnut streets in Ver­ montville has been accepted by the village council, subject to a public hearing not yet scheduled. Church spokesman Homer Winegar told the council Thursday that the church would like to use the space purpose building, and that it would be helpful if the area was closed as a street, with ownership transferred to the church. A letter from the church to the council, states that “the subject portion of Jefferson Street is bounded entirely by property owned by Ver­ montville Bible Church, and serves no useful purpose for the public as a street”. The letter also informs the for future expansion of an all council that any cost for legal papers would be paid by Vermontville Bible Church. The council also voted Thursday to abandon a portion of Washington Street west of North Main Street to Forrest Gardener’s property, as requested by Diane Bowers of North Main Street, who wishes to con­ struct a new garage on the property. The council will schedulea public hearing for the purpose of abandoning Vermontville firemen start fire— Its not often that firemen are responsible for starting fires, except when the owners of a dilapidated building request the structure be destroyed, as was the case with this house on Bradley Road near Vermontville. The owners of the house called on the services of the Vermontville Fire Department Thursday to burn what they considered to be an "eyesore". The fireman burned the house and attended the blaze to be sure it did not get out of hand. the property. In other council action, the board approved a request of Harold and Helen Bran­ denburg for a Public Act 116 property tax break for their farm on the corner of Ver­ montville Highway and Brown Road. According to Joyce Blake of the Eaton County Clerk’s office who passed on the request to the Vermontville council, a PAI 16 tax break prohibits the use of farm land for housing or commercial development for at least 10 years but works as an ad­ vantage to those requesting it by giving them a slight break in taxes. Several area organizations may be approached by the council to help pay for a new sidewalk for the village park, as a result of several cracks created at various times when Consumer’s Power trucks entered the park to maintain the park’s lights. Village maintenance man Tony Wawiernia presented three possibilities to the council for rebuilding the sidewalk. To rebuild the walk with the same current measurements of five feet wide and four inches deep, the cost for cement would be $645. Wawiernia noted a walk of 6*4 feet wide and four inches deep, would cost $840 for cement and a 6*4 feet wide walkway made six inches deep at each end and four inches deep in the middle would cost $970 for cement. Wawiernia also said that an added cost for sand would be around $150, and that he will approach Consumer’s Power Company for aid in funding the project. In council discussion, insurance committee member Lana Oster reported to the council that after examining the papers provided the village by the Burnham and Flower In­ surance Agency of Kalamazoo which handles the village insurance, she had a question as to whether the village was adequately covered. It was later learned by Oster after she contacted insurance agent Greg Dziewcki that the village is in fact properly covered, and that the papers itemizing the village insurance policy had not been received by the village last April after being prepared by the company. Oster said in view of the misunderstanding, she is taking this opportunity to update the current policy and to make further coverage clarifications. In other action, the council: — Voted to purchase two signs to be placed on North Main Street both at the north and south ends of town notifying motorists of a deaf resident who may not be able to hear the oncoming traffic. — Adopted a resolution that motorcycles, bicycles and mopeds are not to be ridden on the sidewalk in the business district of VerContinued on Page 9 Mock disaster provides good training Ambulance Director Lana Oster is pictured here showing recertifying advanced first aid student Shirley Harmon, left, and advanced first aid student Janice Bailey proper procedure followed when apply­ ing an I.V. A general practice mock disaster drill held on First Street in Vermontville last week was a great success, according to Advanced First Aid Instructor Lana Oster who organized the drill. “I think it went real well,” she said. “It proved to be a real good learning tool not only for the advanced first aid students but for the EMTs as well.” The drill, held to give first hand training to the seven advanced first aid students, depicted the scene of a double vehicle personal injury accident, where the students had to make injury assesments on five patients and assist the ambulance department’s emergency medical technicians. “I was really pleased with the way the class handled themselves,” said Oster who also serves as the director for the Vermontville Am-। bulance. “They had the attitude they should have at a real scene. They got the patients out in record time.” Oster noted the simulation was also good practice for the fire department as well, in giving them the op- portunity to practice using the extrication equipment. Adding that the drill was the first she has held for her students, Oster said she would like to make it regular practice for her first aid classes. Department EMT Rod Harmon, right and Shirley Harmon are shown here practicing their first aid skills on "patient" Shannon Carter. Standing at right is stu­ dent Judy Williams. Vermontville Ambulance Director and Advanced First Aid Instructor Lana Oster organized a general practice mock disaster drill held on First Street in Vermont­ ville Wednesday. The scene depicted that of a double vehicle personal injury acci­ dent. The drill was held to provide hands on training for the seven students enrolled in the advanced first aid class. �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 2 Construction on Francis Street Bridge underway by Shelly Sulser The Geocon Construction Company of Grand Rapids began work last week to install a new bridge on East Francis Street in Nashville after a slight delay due to weather. I The bridge is one of 90bridges on Michigan county Work began last week to replace the Francis Street bridge in Nashville with the removal of numerous trees first on the agenda. roads and city streets to be replaced with th£ h£ Federal Critical Bridge Program to pay 80-percent of-’the cost The state and locaj agencies are paying 10-perdenr each, with Nashville’s se share amounting to nearly $16,000. The company was originally expected to begin work July 8, but was delayed due to a previous job taking longer than expected and because of inclement weather conditions. The company, contracted by the state, is expected to com­ plete the job 55-days after the start of the project which was July 24. So far, some trees have been removed in order for the bridge to be widened and the present bridge is in the process of being removed. SIDEWALK SALES at COUNTRY STITCHES Thursday, Aug. 8 thru Saturday, Aug. 10 Half off all summer fashion fabric, selected calicos, all tin punch supplies, special selection of cross stitch, quilting, craft, stenciling, smoking and sewing books and patterns, selected laces, selected notions, all belting, silky blouses and dress fabric, selected gift items and much, much more, (also 25 percent off all Christmas fabric and patterns) COUNTRY STITCHES 145 S. Main Eaton Rapids How can you guarantee that you could replace your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers optional guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for homes that qualify. It’s broader coverage—so you’ll never run out of money for covered losses. It may be more economical than your current policy that doesn’t include guaranteed home replacement. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Homeowners protection can be no problem for you and your home. ThbNo Prt6fornfiop&, ~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Teresa Jones The Geocon Construction Company is working to replacethe Francis Street Bridge in Nashville, which is costing the village nearly $16,000. Local college student earns honor James L. LaParl, president of Argubright Business College (ABC), iss pleased to announce that Debra Carl of Nashville and Norma Carl of Coldwater have been named “Student of the month.” Debra is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley High School where she was involved in cheerleading. She received Most Valuable Cheerleader Award and United States Achievement Academy Cheerleader Award. She was named to Who’s Who of American High School Students and received a University of Michigan Alumni Club of Barry County Award. Debra received the Vic­ toria Fox Memorial Scholarship, student council scholarship and a Business and Professional Women of Barry County Scholarship. She was captain of the junior varsity and varsity football and basketball cheerleading squads and was Winter Homecoming Princess. Debbie started ABC July of 1984_ and expects to graduate in September with a diploma from the executive secretarial and word processing specialist curriculums. She has received Dean’s List cer­ tificates for four terms, is a member of the SecretarialInformation Processing Club where she was president and treasurer, and received the Derring-Do Award. She has been a student volunteer for Saturday Visitation Days. Debbie is employed by ABC as a lab assistant and she enjoys snowmobiling, waterskiing, and taking nature trail walks in her spare time Debra Carl of Nashville has been chosen as a student of the month at Arqubright Business College. *4^AF¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥ ¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥ We’re There When you Need Us — NOW WE NEED YOU ! Vote YES on Proposals 1 and 2 — AUGUST 13th — Paid for by the Committee to Save the Ambulance. 324 N. Main. P.O. Box 502, Nashville, Ml 49073. 852-1780. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study ........ 8 p.m. AWANA.......... 7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OFTHEHAZAREHE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ..10a.m. Sunday: Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville (‘/a mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service ..... 7 p.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Sat. Mass.. . 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service..... 7 p.m. Sunday:: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass .. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Holy Day Masses celebrated PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF DARRYVILLE Students of the Month are chosen on professionalism, attendanceand citizenship to the school and community. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH (Nursery Care Available)Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. Fellowship Time After REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Worship. REV.WM.S. TRUMP, JR. ASSEMDLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville at 6:30 p.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. LEON POHL REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Assistant... Don Roscoe PASTOR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 3 Auto show at Charlton Park Sunday Local seminar will discuss harvest outlook August 9 by Steve Horton The public can enjoy an automotive stroll down memory lane this Sunday when the Antique Auto Show takes place at Historic Charlton Park Village & Musuem. Between 250 and 300 classic autos, restored and in running condition, are ex­ pected to be at the park, located between Hastings and Nashville just off M-79. The event runs from 9 a.m, to 4 p.m. “This is our biggest special events’ show of the year,” said Diane Szewczyk, park director. “The show is also our oldest-running one, entering its 16th year.” Around 3,000 visitors at­ tended last year. The automobiles must be 25 years or older to take part in the event, which is being co-sponsored by the Battle Creek Chapter of the Veteran Motor Car Club of America. That club has approximately 50 members, most of whom are expected to be on hand with their vehicles. Along with the car show, a swap meet of auto-related parts and accessories is scheduled. Flea market vendors will also be on the grounds. General admission is $3 for adults (16 years and over) with free admission for children. Exhibitor admission— which includes the antique car, driver, and one passenger— is free. Space rental for vendors is $10. Open and staffed on Sunday as well will be the Village’s 16 historical buildings, ranging from a general store to a one-room schoolhouse to a blacksmith shop to a Stagecoach rooming house. The Village is open Thursday through Sunday on a regular basis. The Park, located on the “Harvest Outlook ’85: Facts and Fallacies” will be the topic of an Aug. 9 session of the Lakewood Evening Farmer Series sponsored by Lakewood Community Education and the MSU Cooperative Extension Service in Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties. The meeting begins at 8 p.m. at the Lake wood High School and will feature Robb Fisher, Commodities broker for Merrill Lynch, along with Lon Smith of the Smith Brothers, Ag Marketing Consultants. Mr. Fisher belives that the current depressed condition of the grain markets has resulted from a non-rational, tossUa nltapiW- fflW Your feet deserve a proper fit STEEL TOES, TOO! Sizes 5-15 B-EEE Available onProposalsl^ AUGUSTMVISA/MASTERCARD B#8* *>* * (Mm SHOES DOWNTOWN CHARLOTTE PHONE 517-543-4630 k Illi 111* h-k '' .>>i ufarthk Open 9-5:30-Fri. Nite 'til 8 p.m. When school starts, have the right style for you... ATTRACTIVE and EASY! Make your appointment at... THE VILLAGE HAIR PORT Phone 726-0257 Dozens and dozens of classic antique automobiles will return to Historic Charl­ ton Park Village & Museum for the 16th Antique Auto Show and Swap Meet this Sunday. 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Located in Mirror's Image — 111 Main St. Nashville. Michigan ■*- Phone 852-9192 470 E. Main, Vermontville Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. thru Pri. Some evenings by appointment. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 4 NASHVILLE. MICH. Boyhood memories of ‘real fun' and rough-housing (Note: The foillowing is the second of a five-part series of boyhood recollections written by former local resident Guy W. Howell of Tucson, Arizona. The story covers his growing-up years in Nash­ ville during the 1920-30s, and is the fifth such offering by Howell. His earlier reminiscences appeared in 1983 and 1984. The son of the late Florence and Ramson Howell, the author moved to Nashville in 1918 at age four and remained here more than 20 years. After a 40-year absence he made his first return trip to Nashville in A job of cleaning a rain water cistern for Dr. E. T. Morris resulted in an infected hand for young Guy Howell, necessitating treatment by the doctor. Morris, Nashville's longest practicing physician, came to the village in 1898 and maintained an office until his retirement in 1958, just four years before his death. The Morris residence on South Main Street was next to his office, now quarters of Wolever's Real Estate. 1983. We are indebted to him for the following account and for all of his earlier con­ tributions to this column.) Memories by Guy W. Howell (Part II) During my first years in high school we used to have people come around with lectures on various subjects. One such lecture was a Michigan State Highway Patrolman who talked to us on firearm safety. He was also demonstrating the various firearms we might meet in our lifetime. One was a Thompson sub­ machine gun, which he said was illegal to possess or use, but that many criminals had them. He produced one from a case and put a drum of cartridges on it. He had bales of paper put in front of the blackboard and, taking aim, he fired the gun. He told us that the sub­ machine gun was so fast that no matter how quickly the trigger was squeezed and released, no less than four bullets would come out. After his lecture was con­ cluded, and the bales of paper were removed, it was found that two of the machine gun slugs had penetrated the blackboard! One year at the Harvest Festival a man brought a yoke of oxen. They were beautiful animals, weighing around 1500 or 2000 lb. apiece. They were hitched to a wagon, and had a regular ox yoke on their necks. As the man drove them along the street, he would stop occasionally for people to admire them. At one place he said, “Is there anyone out there who Nashville's Star Theater, seen at extreme upper right, was the scene of a phenomenal act by a psychic who magically pinpointed the address of a long-lost brother of Guy Howell's mother. Other performances Howell recalls from his boyhood days include a ventriloquist’s act at Nashville school, upper left. Lower scenes are of South Main at Fuller Street, and Putnam Park's 1908 summer house. would like to drive these oxen?” There was a woman in the crowd, Mrs. Higdon, La Duska Sheldon’s mother, with my arms hooked under who said, “I will drive his legs. The other boy them.” And she proceeded to grabbed hold of him and climb onto the wagon. She tried to pull him off my back. drove the team the rest of the I whirled around to get the way down Main St. She said boy loose, lost my balance she had driven oxen many and fell. My head struck the times in the Dakotas, where gravel road, with the other they lived before they came boy, who was on my back, on to Nashville. Everyone who my head. saw her driving the team The blow knocked me out applauded. for a few minutes, and when A friend and I were at I came to there was blood Thornapple Lake one day. dripping onto the ground. I We were in a boat, and about had a face full of gravel and halfway across the lake. We a bad cut over my left eye. I noticed a streak on the water got up, with the other boys and pulled toward it. It was a helping me, and we went to red squirrel swimming. I Dr. Morris’ office, which held an oar out to it, and wasn’t very far. He cleaned immediately it was in the the gravel out of my face and boat. put two clips above my eye to I don’t know if anyone who close to cut. It healed nicely, reads this has ever been in but it was a long time before the close confines of a boat I again gave anyone a ride on with a red squirrel, but that my back. squirrel was all over the boat A lot of the houses in town - and us! We had a tow sack cisterns to catch rain water. in the boat and, after some One day Dr. Morris said his scratches and bites, cistern was empty, and managed to get the squirrel asked me if I would clean it into it for him. We set a long ladder When we got back to the into it, and I lowered some cabin I put on a pair of buckets of water and a brick leather gloves and reached to scour it with. Then I into the bag for him. He descended myself. When I immediately got his teeth was through, I was coming through the glove and into back out of the cistern, when my finger.I jerked him out of my hand hit a rough place the bag and gave him a flip near the top and it made to get my finger free. He several scratches. I went landed on the floor and just into the doctor’s office and lay there. In inspection we he put some adhesive tape found his neck was broken. on, but one of the scratches The flip I’d given did it. So I became infected and it was skinned it and we had it for quite a while before it dinner. healed. The doctor treated it I was fishing from the top two or three times. of the dam one day. The I was going to school one water was low, about six day, and was nearly there inches below the top of the when out of the blue dam on the upstream side. I something hit me above the was fishing below the dam eye and I dropped. When I for rock bass. I had a came to there was a crowd bluegill hook on my line. I around me. A boy came up got a bite, and as I pulled up, and told me he was sorry. It a black bass struck the rock seems he head been bass! I lifted it to the top of throwing a rock at the boy the dam, where it fell off. I who was just ahead of me. pounced on it and got it, and That boy ducked and I got also the rock bass. The black the rock. A knot swelled up bass weighed three pounds above my eye, but except for and we had a nice fish fry.. an enormous headache for Three of us boys were awhile, I soon got over it. down at the ball diamond one While I’m still on the day. As we were going back subject, I was at the baseball up town, I was giving one of diamond during a game. I the others a ride on my back, was bat boy, and it was by duty to get the bats away from home plate when the batters dropped them. The Nashville team was playing a Battle Creek team. Archie As a lad Guy Howell, left, Marten was the pitcher for sustained the usual number Battle Creek. He had just of boyhood bumps and pitched the ball when I saw a bruises rough-housing bat. I stepped out to get it with his chums as well as and got hit over the eye with in day-to-day activities. the ball. It was foolish for me Once, he was the innocent to duck out of the way, but I victim of a stone-throwing didn’t want anyone to match. Seen with him here stumble over that bat. I was are two of his youthful young, and I reckon I just Nashville companions, didn’t think. However, I was Charles Liebhauser and O.K. in just a few minutes Harold Gibson. with no damage except a good. The man who ran the black eye. As I have mentioned station played the bass jug before, occasionally people and he was really good at it. When I was a small boy, would come to the school to put on a performance of before we had a radio, we some kind for us. One day, a used to sing as a family quite ventriloquist came. He told a a bit. Fred Ackett played the story of the miller and the snare drum, and he was over flea. He took both parts. I at our place one night. It was have forgotten most of the getting on toward Christ­ story, but it seems that this mas, and we were singing man ran a flour mill, and he Christmas songs with Fred saw a flea and killed it. The accompanying us on the flea then came back to haunt drum. I asked him if he could the miller. With the man’s play “Up On The Housetop” ventriloquism the tale was (which is a Christmas song) hilariously funny. He gave and he said, “I probably imitations of quiet a few could, but I’d rather stay things, including a train down here. It’s too cold out whistle. He imitated the there.” We had quite a laugh train pulling out of the over that. Back in those days station, with the whistle life was at a much easier blowing for the crossings pace, and we had more real after it got outside of town. fun. Today a lot of fun is Then he stopped and said artificial. to us, “Now here is the sound My mother and I went to of that same whistle when it the Star Theatre one night. is ten miles away.” He put There was a magician there his hands to his mouth, and giving a performance. At one we sat there expectantly, but point his assistant passed nothing happened. Finally he through the audience han­ lowered his hands and said, ding out slips of paper and “That was it. You would small envelopes. We were have to have exceptionally told to write a question on the good ears to hear train paper, put it in the envelope whistle ten miles away,” We and seal it. My mother asked the realized then that it was a joke he had played on us, and whereabouts of her brother, we had a good laugh with Jim Hurn. We hadn’t head from him for years. The him. A few of us boys used to evelopes were gathered up hand around the D-X gas and taken to the stage, where station, on the north-east the magician put them on a corner of Main and Reed Sts. mental dish and burned The man who ran it was jolly them. He then started calling and full of fun. One day he out the names of people in said, “Boys, what say we get the audience, telling their up a band, along the same question and answering it. Finally he said, “There is order of the Hoosier Hot Shots, and have some fun a Florence Howell in the audience who is asking the and entertainment.” So we began organizing. I whereabouts of her brother, played guitar and har­ Jim Hurn. If she will write to monica. We got a steel (here he named a street) in triangle, a wash board and a Chickasaw, Alabama, she 5-gallon water jug for the will get an answer from her bass. The man said we ought brother.” My mother wrote to that to have a xylophone, so we started collecting quart soft address and in a few days drink bottles. We put water she got an answer from into them in graduated Uncle Jim!'Don’t ask me amounts, to make the tone of how he did it, because I don’t each different when it was know. I only know that he did struck with a mallet. I had a it, and it worked. Mother pretty good ear for tones and hadn’t known Uncle Jim’s we got a reasonably good address for several years, scale. and when she had last heard - When we got everything from him, he wasn’t in together and going, we had a Chickasaw. We were really pretty good band. Oh, yes. amazed. We had a slide whistle like (To be continued the Hoosier Hot Shots had. next week) That band really sounded Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 5 Vermontville exchange student enjoys visit here by Shelly Sulser Sandrine Vandenput, 18, of Virton, Belgium, may be able to speak English but no one ever taught her American slang. “She speaks English very well,” says host father Bill Mason of Vermontville. “We just have trouble com­ municating because of the slang that is often used.” Sandrine agrees. “What I learned at my school is very different from what I hear. It’s hard to understand what they say.” Sandrine’s native tongue in her part of the country of Belgium is French, while the rest of the country speaks Flemish, .which Sandrine is also fluent in. She is staying with Bill and Sharon Mason, and children Tami and Becky at their 287 S. Main Street home through **»*» »» * *^£S’ Jklk 1 S^il I!’’^k’’fk fk»jjj jjj*»*ti**ki Ikm - toiki '"^ ktk tk**ii >>** •*<k ^ UUhhttC kC hC*> R,k* hk> ■» *HW BwZ '^*.1 BC;^* tytat ■l^at talitol 53®.' Bio i e n kii ■ua nreffiiiit tab its! Nail sip'®!® j;.Is aisl^T , iM kwa«|l: aiss 3*^Biia^ ^ b»ta9!S ijiJi afciwftt ■j 3 cat s' k**®**? Petros to celebrate 50th William M. and Ada Petro of 5761 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a party on Sunday, August 11, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the home of their daughter and son-in-law, Carylen and Gene Spidel at 7964 E. State Rd., Nashville. The Petros were married August 6, 1935. They have three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Your friendship is a treasured gift, the family said, bring no other. a For SCHOOL CLOTHING Plaids • Stripes ObjM Corduroy •W Calilc o W> Poplin opn oo , Winners of Our Anniversary Drawing: ff at ■• *? j<« • Marge Howell • Sunny Andersen Mary Larkin • Peg Taffee • Phyllis Decker Congratulations Winners! *7 *rV»J *a®!*> ’ «»’** 105 i*S •c^K •cK >s% tfJT'* tf JT *!•• M 218 E. State Street East of Michigan Ave. In Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN Mon - Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 the Lions International Youth Exchange. She is the third student the Masons have hosted. Living only four hours from Paris and having relatives there, Sandrine often has the opportunity to see the fascinating city which many Americans can only dream of visiting. Traveling ranks high on Sandrine’s list of hobbies, which also includes sports, reading and meeting new people. Sandrine’s family consists of her father who is a car­ diologist, her mother and two younger sisters and a younger brother. Now that Sandrine has completed her high school studies, she will begin school in the fall to become a veterinarian. Belgian student Sandrine Vandenput is currently visiting Vermontville with the “I love animals,” she says, Lion’ Club International Youth Exchange. She is shown here at right, with her host adding that two dogs, one cat family from left, Sharon, Becky, Bill and Tami Mason. and two horses comprise her pets at home. Having had the op­ “My mother’s friend is the portunity to travel to the chairperson for the exFor Your Insurance Needs Mackinaw Bridge, Castle change program and she Rock, Kelloggs and the Ionia said they had one person Free Fair with the Masons, cancel so they had a spot ...on • LIFE • HEALTH • IRA Sandrine has found that the open,” she said. “My mother United States is very dif­ suggested I go.” • HOME and • AUTO ferent from her native Now that she has had the country. chance to see the United call... “People are more friendly States first hand, Sandrine here than in my country,” hopes to return some day The Denny Smith Agency she noted. Sandrine also and the Masons agree they Agents: DENNY SMITH & BOB HARVEY added that the weather in would like to visit Belgium. Belgium is usually so cold Sandrine will return to 852-1801 or 852-1703 and windy that it is not Belgium August 19. possible to have outdoor swimming pools there. Having arrived in Ver­ montville July 13, Sandrine has enjoyed her first trip to the United States, which she says happened by accident. Bake sale, free blood pressure clinic at V’ville In conjunction with Ver­ montville’s community garage sale, the Ver­ montville Fire Barn will be open on Friday where a free blood pressure clinic and a bake sale will be held. Also at that time, persons may obtain emergency window stickers to take home. In case of fire, the stickers enable firefighters to know what rooms of a home are used for sleeping. Emergency check-lists will also be given away. The lists provide information of steps to be taken in case of a fire or other emergency. How do you find boat insurance that protects more than your boat? No problem. Boat Insurance from Auto-Owners protects you in case of collision on land or water.. .it provides fire and theft coverage; and liability and medical pro­ tection for you and your family can also be added. 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Bea, a retired school teacher, has been in Girl Scouting for more than 15-yearsand is very active in her community as well as other organizations. Due to the varying ages of the scouts and the excellent essays written, two girls were chosen “Girl Scouts of the Year.” Shannon Fawley, a third grade Brownie in Nashville Troop 746 this past year, has been active in troop, district and council events. Shannon “bridged” to a new level of Girl Scouting, Juniors, in May and is looking forward to many active years in the program. The Pinos said, “Shan­ non’s essay was specific and she has acquired wide in­ terests.” “Hike being a Girl Scout,” Shannon says, “because I like learning about Juliette available. Bring softballs, bats, volleyball, frisbee, badminton rackets, etc. for a fun filled afternoon for the entire family. In the evening, Dale and Ruth Ann (Childs) Collier have invited the adults only to their home at 8 p.m. Please bring your own beverage and a snack to pass. The Class of 1965 will be celebrating its 20th Class Reunion on Saturday, August 17 at Charlton Park, with a picnic lunch at 12 noon at the Park Pavillion. Everyone is asked to please bring their own table service and beverage, a meat dish and a dish to pass. There are recreational facilities and swimming area Happy Summertime ALL SftOO HAIRCUTS.................... O Includes shampoo and blow dry. SOEOO SHAMPOO AND SET... •'The Mirrors image .JLM6 HiisisOLa lujade.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Low and how she started Girl Scouting. Also learning about what other scouts do in the troops from around the world. I like playing games, doing crafts and earning patches with my troop. I look forward to summer because we can go camping and hiking.” A special ceremony was held July 25 for all girls chosen as “Girl Scout of the Month” and their families at the Pizza Hut in Hastings. Each girl received a ribbon and silver certificate of recognition from Charlene Swank, the 1984-85 neigh­ borhood chairman. Shannon and Tina were presented with plaques and gold cer­ tificates for their achievements as “Scouts of the Year.” Other Scouts of the Month who were recognized were Samantha Greenman, Christin Ossenheimer, Spring Javor, Teri Weaver and Cherie Swank. MAPLE VALLEY COBB *7 vA\* Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 Shannon Fawley of Assyria Road near Nashville is one of two scouts in the Far North Neighborhood district who were named "Girl Scouts of the Year". RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available for the year and a 50-word essay on “Why I am a Girl Scout” for judging in the scout of the year contest. Shannon Fawley of Nash­ ville was one of two scouts in the Far North Neighborhood district who were honored as “Girl Scouts of the Year.” Sharing honors with Shannon is Tina Elliott of Hastings. Throughout the 1984-85 scouting year, seven girls were chosen “Scout of tile Month.” Those seven were then asked to submit a summary of their activities Do it yourself • 1 Vi" pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks n 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville ACTION-ADS BLUEBERRIES: Pick your own, early crop, excellent picking, open 8 a.m. until noon, Monday thru Satur­ day, 5 p.m. to dark Monday thru Friday. Roy Hall, 2150 Hammond Rd., Hastings. 945-2189. Vermontville Community Yard Sales Follow the Signs August 9 and 10 - 8 a.m. to ?? 7670 IONIA RD. (3 miles North of Town) 253 N. 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Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 7 v S ; SL S||Svj Ll% V*k\ u8W v> H i > > u8 v> ••isSJs sis^SSJSs s §<■.;?%> hS SJ« i^ hT^W ’A Several participants of the 35th annual Great Lakes Regional Tour by the Veteran Motor Car Club of America gathered at the Vermontville Village park last week before proceeding to Hickory Corners. w >*, > (ks. % TJL ^L .S *8 ^ Mike Oster gets a look at the engine in a 1929 Lincoln, a seven passenger sport tour car, owned by Hal Emmons, right, of Lansing. Don Sommer of Troy, Michigan was one of the Vermontville visitors Thursday with the Veteran Motor Car Club of America. He was driving his 1930 Packard. Cars that reflect years gone by lined East Main Street in Vermontville last week while taking a break from the 35th annual Great Lakes Regional Tour. WcigiMh bi.pMml by Shelly Sulser Twenty-five antique cars ranging from a 1904 Old­ smobile Runabout to a 1962 Dodge Lancer G.T. stopped in Vermontville Thursday while on the 35th annual Great Lakes Regional Tour organized by the Veteran Motor Car Club of America. The group started out from the Harley Hotel in Lansing on Monday, went to Flint and toured Auto World, and returned to the hotel in Lansing that night. On Tuesday, the group traveled to Jackson and toured the space museum and Wed­ nesday was a free day for the antique car collectors who came from all over the state to participate. “Wedoitjusttohavefun,” said Lori Emmons of Lan­ sing. “It provides a chance for us all to get together and to get around and see people we don’t often get to see.” After leaving Lansing Thursday, the group headed through Diamondale and stopped at the village park in Vermontville, before proceeding to Hickory Comers for lunch at the Gilmore Classic Car Museum. 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Approval of an operating loan application resolu­ tion to be submitted to the Michigan Department of Education obtaining approval to borrow a maximum of $525.00 for operational purposes. Acceptance of a letter of resignation from Maplewood Elementary teacher Nancy Bradley. Consideration for recall of elementary teacher, June Wallace, to a full-time teaching position instead of half-time. Consideration for employment of Debra Cooley on a half-time basis as an elementary teacher at Maplewood Elementary. Discussion related to the fifth grade class organiza­ tion planned for the 1985-86 school year at Kellogg Elementary. Consideration of federal guidelines as related to the hot lunch program. Acceptance of bids on milk for the hot lunch program. Approval of lunch prices for the 1985-86 school year including consideration for a 10’ lunch increase in view of a financial loss in 1984-85. Discussion of goals and objectives for the 1985-86 school year. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING August 15, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Community Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Ralph Kirk is requesting a variance in order to place a pole barn on pro­ perty located at 3710 Curtis Road. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals Organization of board committees for 1985-86 school year. Discussion regarding building maintenance in­ cluding roof at Fuller Street along with general assignment of custodial personnel. Comments related to the high school curriculum in relationship to state requirements for the state aid act. Board members and telephone numbers: David Hawkins, 852-0749; Dale Ossenheimer, Jr., 852-1674; Ronald Tobias, 852-9476; Irma Gene Baker, 726-0050; Paula Cole, 543-5669; LeRoy Sleeper, 726-0297; Loren Lehman, 726-0427. Area students on advisory council Seventy-two high school students from throughout Michgian have been named to serve on the Michigan State Board of Education’s Student Advisory Council (SAC). The SAC represents public and nonpublic schools and advises the State Board and State Superintendent of Public Instruction Phillip E. Runkel on educational issues concerning students. The students serve one-year terms and are selected from school districts that had Student Leadership Forums last year. Members of the 1985-86 Student Advisory Council will hold their first meeting on the campus of Michigan State University next Monday and Tuesday (Aug. 5-6). During the two-day meeting, SAC members will meet with two members of the State Board of Education and two members of the State Legislature who serve as chairmen of House and Senate Education Appropria tions Subcommittees. NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Monday, August 12, 1985 at 7:00 o'clock p.m. at the administration building the Board of Educa­ tion of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing on the levying in 1985 of an additional proposed millage rate of .0050 mills for operating purposes pursuant to Act 5, Public Acts of Michigan 1982. The Board of Education has the complete authority to estab­ lish that 25.01 mills be levied in 1985 from within its present authorized millage rate. The maximum additional proposed millage rate would increase revenues for operating purposes from ad valorem property tax levies in 1985 otherwise permitted by Act 5, Public Acts of Michi­ gan, 1982 by one and three tenths percent (1.3%). The Board of Education levied 25.01 mills this past school year for operation of the school district. The state equalized valua­ tion of the school district for the 1985-86 school year is $60,517,887.00 compared with 1984-85 state equalized valuation of $59,751,855.00. The State Aid Membership Act is written in such a way that when the local state equalized value increases and the tax­ payer pays more in taxes the state reduces the amount of reve­ nue that they pay to the local school district. This results in the local community member paying a greater proportion of the financial support of the schools and the state reducing their contribution to the local school support. The purpose of the hearing is to receive testimony and discuss the levy of an additional millage rate. Not less tha n seven (7) days following the public hearing, the Board of Education may approve all or any portion of the additional millage rate. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. PAULA COLE, Secretary Maple Valley Schools, Board of Education The two members of the State Board of Education who will address the Student Advisory Council members at 10 a.m. on Tuesday (Aug. 6) are Mrs. Dorothy Beardmore of Rochester and Mrs. Cherry Jacobus of East Grand Rapids. At 11 a.m. on the same day, State Rep. James O'Neil (D-Saginaw) and State Sen. Dan DeGrow (RPort Huron) will discuss education legislation that has been approved by the Michigan Legislature this year. Members of the Student Advisory Council also will review student concerns and recommendations made by high school students who participated in 72 Student Leadership Forums during the 1984-85 school year. Topics that will be con­ sidered include student involvement in school decisions, educational and career guidance, school spirit; how to be a positive force in your school, teacher and student competency, educational standards and graduation requirements, improving student govern­ ment, academic and athletic student recognition, sub­ stance abuse, school discipline policies and im­ proving communications. Members of the 1985-86 Student Advisory Council include the following area students: Eaton County Victoria Anzaldua, Pot­ terville, and Shannon Brown, Bellevue. Jason Robert Bishop, born May 31, 1985 to Robert and Cindy Bishop, 1020 E. Grand River, No. 1, Portland, MI 48875, time: 6:43 p.m. at Lansing General Hospital, 8 lbs. IN MEMORY OF In loving memory of our dear husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Joseph Hickey who left us one year ago, Aug. 10, 1984. You are thought of every day in ever so many ways. Loved and missed very much. Your Family ACTION-ADS BLUEBERRIES: Pick your own, early crop, excellent picking, open 8 a.m. until noon, Monday thru Satur­ day, 5 p.m. to dark Monday thru Friday. Roy Hall, 2150 Hammond Rd., Hastings. 945-2189. (8-6) FOR SALE: W-99 good starter home, needs some TLC, insulated, 3 bedroom, with large living room, beautiful stone fireplace, large lot near school and downtown Vermontville. Alice Wiser 616-374-7456 or Yager State Wide 616-374­ 8400. WORKER’S COMP “REFORMED” DURING SPECIAL SESSION - The Michigan Legislature met in a special mid­ summer session on July 30 to give final approval to legislation dealing with administrative reforms in the state’s worker’s compensation system. The changes were needed to prevent further adminstrative. law backlogs and to meet constitutional guidelines. RESOLUTION CALLS FOR BUSINESS CLIMATE IN­ VESTIGATION - A resolution has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that, if approved, would create a special committee to investigate problems in state statutes that affect Michigan’s business climate. The resolution was introduced after the selection of Tennessee over Michigan for the site of General Motors’ new Saturn plant. WELFARE CASELOADS CONTINUE DECLINE - The Michigan Department of Social Services reports that welfare caseloads have reached pre-recession lows in nearly all lowest level since April, 1980. There are currently only 223,300 ADC cases in Michigan. ADC-Unemployed, paid to families where the head of the household has lost his or her unemployed benefits, dropped to 33,060, its lowest level since December 1980. The food stamp caseload stands at 402,108, its lowest level since October, 1982. More than 12,000 families have left the welfare rolls thusfar this summer, and the DSS anticipates that another 13,000 families will be leaving the rolls sometime before this fall. GOVERNOR SIGNS PRISON CONSTRUCTION BILL Governor Blanchard has signed into law H.B. 4745, Public Act 96 of 1985. The new law diverts $303 million from the state’s budget stabilization fund. The money will be used to build new prisons in Ionia, Jackson, Lapeer, Oakland and Macomb counties. In addition, two new prisons will be built in Detroit, and improvements will be made at the Southern Michigan Prison in Jackson. The money also covers the purchase by the State Department of Corrections of the Detroit House of Corrections, which will be renovated. STATE SEEKS STUDENTS WHO DEFAULT ON LOANS - The Michigan Department of Education, with the help of the Internal Revenue Service, will begin withholding federal income tax refunds from former students who defaulted on their student college loans. The Department reports that 13,000 Michigan residents owe $22 million in unpaid student loans. The new collection program was authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1984, and Michigan is among the first states to begin garnishing federal tax refunds. ACTION-ADS Maple Valley Athletic Boosters LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA BINGO THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING August 15, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Community Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Charles Reid is requesting a var­ iance in order to place a carport­ garage on property located at 435 South Main St. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING August 15, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Community Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Douglas Aspinall is requesting a variance in order to place a garage on property located at 108 East Phillips Street. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 9 More Eaton County Fair winners named Ami Zimmerman, Sunny Crest Riders; and Audrey Dumont, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Tractor Skills Contest 9th and 10th grade Mike Groner, Bellevue. Club Educational Exhibits - 1st Clown Club; 2nd Maple Valley Beefers; 3rd Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc.; Small Clubs 1st Circle “C” Riders; 2nd Judging continued throughout the week at the 1985 Eaton County 4-H Fair with the following area youth exhibitors receiving special awards: Clowning Top Ten - Jason Byington, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; and Russell Fruchey, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Talent ShowShannon Sykes, Summy Crest Riders; Unicorn Stitchers; 3rd tied Sunny Crest Riders and Maple Valley Beefers. Medium Clubs 1st Chester Champions; 2nd Bellevue 4­ H Farmers; 3rd Millerburg. Medium Large Clubs - 1st* We-R-A-4-H Club; 2nd Country Kids; 3rd Benton Variety. Sheep Winners Showmanship 1, Scott Vermontville woman named the 'Employee of the Month* by firm •SSkS?^ 'SS'fc'l 'S Se ** An exceptional dedication to hard work and a willingness to help out fellow employees recently earned Diane Wellman of Ver­ montville the title of General Aluminum “Employee of the Month” for July. Wellman was presented with the award by General Manager Harold Clements during an employee meeting last week. Though “pretty shocked” is her self-described reaction to receiving the award, co­ workers in the storm window department disagree, citing Wellman for her terrific teamwork attitude. Wellman moved from West Virginia to Ver­ montville in 1972, where she now resides with her husband Terry. For relaxation, she enjoys reading, embroidery and working with her “Precious Moments” figurine collection. *?*lbaa^ Vacation Bible School set in Nashville siSS ■ft*??*** ■ft?? f*??*** Sssftn -—sEirotaj; ^WMuinillk |U3iM 23 hw H K I ■? MREVMif w maw *L ww ®• Enk-lty- All boys and girsl are invited to the Nashville Assembly of God, for Vacation Bible School, beginning Monday, Aug. 12 through Friday-, Aug. 17 from 6:30-8 p.m. each night. Council, from page 1 montiville and that they are to be pushed only, with the exlusion of the handicapped. The resolution is the result of a request by business owner Pat O’Dell who has noticed increased incidences of high speed two wheeled vehicles on the sidewalks downtown. — Granted permission, with a vote of four for and one against, for the Car­ penter’s Den, a Vermontville bar, to hold a teen dance in its banquet facility. Council member Don Lewis opposed the dance, saying “I have nothing against teen dances but not next to a bar,” he said. “They (teens) learn quick enough (to drink).” The bar must also get the approval of the liquor commission and from Vermontville Police Chief Jim Fawcett. — Granted permission for the Carpenter’s Den to hold a “wet tee shirt” contest. Diane Wellman of Vermontville receives the "Employee of the Month ' " award from Harold Cle­ ments, general manager of General Aluminum. Kirk and Bonnie Frazier, from Kalamazoo, will be conducting it and will be using roll playing, story telling, songs, hands on activities, and puppets. The theme for the week is, “Travel in time through the Bible.” There will be contests for visitors and offering. Children must be four years old to count for points. Parents are cordially invited and will enjoy the lessons. Vermontville Church offers ‘Marketplace’ Bible School On Tuesday, Aug. 13, the Vermontville United Methodist Church is having a “Marketplace Bible School” in the church yard. All children are welcome to attend. Please come in Bible times dress (sandals and bathrobe will be fine). Time is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. The children will be learning about family life in Jesus’ time through crafts, games, foods and other activities. Please call Roz Lingholm at 7264)264 if you have any questions or would like to participate yourself in any way. Everett, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Showmanship 2, Troy Thompson, Feed Fetchers; Showmanship 3, Dan Laverty, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Showmanship 4, Shantel Turner, Maple Valley Beffers; Showmanship 5, Shaun Thompson, Feed Fetchers; Showmanship 8, Kim Thompson, Feed Fetchers; Champion Showman, Scott Everett, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Reserve Champion Showman, Troy Thompson, Feed Fetchers; Champion Suffolk Ram, Mike Everett, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Champion Suffolk Ewe; Mike Siple, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Reserve Champion Suffolk Ewe, Kim Thompson, Feed Fethchers; Champion Rambouillet Ram, Mike Siple, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Reserve Cham­ pion Rambouillet Ram, Mike Siple, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Reserve Cham­ pion Rambouillet Ewe, Dan Siple, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Reserve Cham­ pion Ewe Overall Breeds, Mike Everett, Vermontville Jr. Farmers; Champion Fleece, Mike Siple, Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers; Reserve Champion Market Lamb, Troy Thompson, Feed Fetchers; Reserve Champion Pen of Market Lambs, Shantel Turner, Maple Valley Beefers; Sr. Sheep Lead, Laura Harms, Sunfield 4-H; and Sheep Decorative Class, Laura Harms, Sunfield 4-H. Carcass Winners Reserve Champion Carcass Lamb, Pam Wetzel, Maple Valley Beefers. Horse Judging Contest Winners - Sr. Halter, 2nd, Denise Keefer, Sunny Crest Riders; Sr. Performance, 2nd, Jolene Ackerson, Sunny Crest Riders. All Other Types: Grand Champion, Monique Colizzi, Maple Valley Riders. Horse Judging Horsemanship Winners Arabian Type: Grand Champion, Nikki Colizzi, Maple Valley Riders; Reserve Champion, Jennifer Ackerson, Sunny Crest. State Show Horse Selec­ tions: Monique Colizzi, Maple Valley Riders; Nikki Colizzi, Maple Valley Riders. Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 — MICHIGAN — rinuns Saturday, August 10 at... PONDEROSA CAMPGROUND Ionia Road, Vermontville, Michigan Phone • 517/726-0016 — CAMPING AVAILABLE — Free Admission — Donations Accepted wxw 1985 4-H & FFA Market Livestock Buyers The support of the following businessmen and citizens for the purchase of 4-H and FFA livestock project animals at the Eaton County 4-H Fairr was GREATLY APPRECIATED by all exhibitors! “A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL” Champion and Reserve Champion Buyers were: LAMBS Champion Carcass Res. Champi Carcass Champi Market Lamb Res. Champ. Market Lamb Champion Pen Res. Champ. Pen Cory Maurer, Charlotte Pam Wetzel, Vermontville Kelly Bosworth, Charlotte Troy Tompson, Vermontville Kelly Bosworth, Charlotte Shantel Turner, Charlotte Rodger Gamant - Pioneer Seeds, Charlotte Irish Hill Farms Feed Lot, Olivet Michigan Livestock Exchange, Battle Creek Felpausch Food Center, Charlotte Michigan Livestock Exchange, Portland Michigan Vet. Farm Supply, Vermontville & Maynard Keefer, Mulliken Champion Carcass Res. Champi Carcass Champion Hog Res. Champ. Hog Champion Pen Jason LaCross, Charlotte Dana Haigh, Charlotte Rob Roush, Olivet Dana Haigh, Charlotte Scott Hart, Olivet Res. Champ. Pen Britt Matt, Olivet Crandell Bros. Trucking, Charlotte Carter's IGA, Grand Ledge Independent Bank - South Michigan, Olviet W. G. Wade Shows, Mason Bellevue Milling, Bellevue and Old Town Market, Eaton Rapids Michigan Livestock Exchange, Battle Creek HOGS STEERS Champion Carcas Jim Mott, Olivet Res. Champi Carcass Champion Steer Res. Champi Steer Greta Stough, Charlotte Troy Gamant, Charlotte Jann Stough, Charlotte Charles Kleinfelt & Sons Well Drilling, Charlotte Beacon Sales, Charlotte Martin Motors, Charlotte Michgian Vet. Farm Supply, Vermontville LOCAL BUYERS EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 10 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coining Events Friday-Saturday, Aug. 9-10 - Community Yard Sale. Tuesday, Aug. 13 Children welcome to attend a one day Bible School in the Methodist Church yard. Details elsewhere in this issue. Wednesday, Aug. 14-16 .­ Gresham Bible School, 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 19 - Garden Club program director introduced “Rose and Clyde” from Hastings with their fun program of “Kitchen Music”. The pianist from Lake Odessa played the piano in ragtime style, Clyde picked on the guitar and Rose using different props such as a mop stick with strings in a washtub, pup­ pets, hats, merchanical dogs, bells and pie tins, etc. sang told time songs with audience participation made a really hilarious evening. Bob Gierman from Sunfield brought his usual homemade delicious peanut brittle. Greta Firster and her Tri­ County Senior Citizens returned this week form their Alaska trip. Miss Terry Lynn Trine and Mrs. Steven Gordineer were united in matrimony in a ceremony at the First Congregational Church in Charlotte on Saturday evenings. Rev. William Trump officiated at the service. The reception was held at the American Legion Mrs. Opal Zemke from Tucson, Arizona and her son, Mr. Bill Zemke from Lan­ sing, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Sietz, and Mrs. Hermina Southern were luncheon guests of Mrs. Kate Snider Tuesday. A group of beautiful an­ tique cars stopped at the park Thursday morning then drove south. The Historical picnic scheduled for 7 p.m. at the park met at the Griswold Room instead on Thursday. After the usual bounteous potluck, Don Shepard, as New Construction«Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all ofEaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens in Charlotte. Sixteen children attended the craft class on basket weaving at the Vermonville Musuem Saturday evening with Paula Cole as instructor assisted by Polly Cook and Dana Cole. Next Saturday Aug. 10, Mrs. Jill Shance will have a lesson on stenciling. Children ages 5-10 years are invited. Sunday, July 28, Mr. Ken Frith and his mother Anna Jean attended church at Breckenridge where Molly Turner is a former Ver­ montville pastor, then visited Mrs. Wilma Carney who is ill in Midland. Mr. and Mrs. Don Lewis received word of a baby girl bom to David and Kim Lewis on July 30 at Killeen, Texas. She weighed 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and is named Justina Marie. David is stationed at Ft. Hood. Mrs. Serena Goodenough had the misfortune to break two bones in her left wrist, when she slipped on a wet floor while arranging the wedding cake to serve 300 for the Trine-Gordineer wed­ ding. Mrs. Hildred Peabody and Doug Kelsey entertained the Figg-Gearhart Reunion at their Duck Lake cottage Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Car­ penter and 17-month old Kate from Whittier, California arrived Sunday to visit the Elbert Carpenter and Lary Lingholm families. Mrs. Hermina Southern and Mrs. Kate Snider had dinner Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hadden at Gun Lake. Their daughter Anese, who is very ill and her husband and baby from Lansing were also present. Mrs. Ava Kroger and Mrs. IMIUnEAl I Frances Olson visited Mrs. Leona Harmon Sunday evening at the home of her son Joe and wife near Olivet, where she also makes her home. Mrs. Merrill (Hazel) Hunter of Midland (Class of 1920) and daughter of the late Orris Griner is very ill at a Midland hospital. She is the mother of Marilyn Van Buren of N. Ionia Rd. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frith and Mr. Fred Frith Giri scout troops organizing for next year Girl Scout troops are getting organized for the coming year in Nashville. Several girls have ex­ pressed interest in becoming a scout. There are excellent opportunities for growth and development in the scouting program, says Ann Taylor. The following is a list of the levels of Girl Scouts: Daisy Girl Scouts, Kin­ dergarteners; Brownie Girl Scouts, first through third grade; Junior Girl Scouts, fourth through sixth grade; Cadette Girl Scouts, seventh through ninth grade; Senior Girl Scouts, tenth through twelth grade; and Adult Girl Scouts, eighteen years and older. On Aug. 20, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. the Nashville Scouts will be sponsoring a homemade ice cream event. This will take place at Putnam Park. In the Community Center will be scout displays and in­ formation on scouting. The leaders of the troops will be on hand to answer any questions. This will be for girls who are scouts already, girls who are interested in joining and their mothers. Ice cream will be 25 cents a bowl. - A CT ION-ADS GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) called on Mrs. Wilma Car­ ney, who is ill at Midland on Tuesday then went on to visit relatives at Lake City returning home Thursday. Mrs. Gunda Pennock from Nashville visited Martha and Margaret Zemke Sunday evening. Some children are booking forward to the start of school in three weeks while others want more vacation. Mr. and Mrs. Van Pappering, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Van Pappering of Bryon Center and Comstock Park, and Mrs. Mary Hubert and Mrs. Sensiba of Lake Odessa, were visitors at Greta Firster’s home Thursday. Mrs. Firster’s eye is slowly improving. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Wells spent Friday with son David and family in Flint. Many remember Jimmy Viands, their bus driver in Washington D.C. He and wife Phyllis visited the Firster home last week. Obituaries Elva M. Goodson NASHVILLE - Mrs. Elva M. Goodson, 91, of 116 Phillips St., Nashville died Thursday, Aug. 1, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Goodson was born Oct. W, 1893 at Ft. Recovery, Ohio, the daughter of Wesley and Alice (Barger) Gagle. She was raised in Ohio and attended schools there. She married Leland Goodson on Sept. 21, 1914. They came to the Nashville area in 1926 and farmed south of Nashville for many years. She has lived in the Nashville area since the early 1950’s. She was a member of the Nashville V.F.W. Auxiliary and a Gold Star Mother. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Gaylord (Lucille) Gray, Mrs. Maurice (Helen) Belson, both of Nashville, Mrs. Paul (Marjorie) Goodson of Hastings; 14 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; one great, great grandchild; a brother, Ray Gagle of In­ diana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leland in July, 1948; a daughter, Wilma Goodson in 1924; two sons, Marvin in 1944 and Thomas in 1983, four brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held 1:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5 at Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes with Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Baptist Church or Putnam Library. John H. Storm HASTINGS - Mr. John H. Storm, 81, of 1295 E. Dowling Rd., Hastings died Wed­ nesday, July 31, 1985 at his residence. Funeral services were held 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2 at Union Cemetery with Mr. William D. Storm officiating. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Homes of Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Fund or American Cancer Society. Mr. Storm was born on June 30, 1904 in Lansing, the son of John and Eva Storm. He was raised in Battle Creek and attended schools there. He married Helen Mack in 1925. She died in 1941. He then married Mary Hawthorne in 1950 with the marriag ending in divorce. 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The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 6, 1985 — Page 11 Former resident heads to nationals xsiSS xsSS s*^Cj$sSK* 1® C*'*3 S C *i's*3w M ?** ?*.***« . k**«i£Wh ** k? *« i£tSWhh ?* tS ■W^L W^L h i? toto tt ttkk <hjs; hjs; ir ijij!!.4^i’111 f ii’111 ii1 -’ ■ “»i irr ■•■ **>isti ■■ si * ■ser: •Ita matuuin, GBS 2Btj|Sting •h® mitaM i • 23 Ffflfc «*■? written it am tfakiM I r ore flSri'fiFi Fasitai I i ■ ■ 122 hJilii :xsi teiJiaift g ’ in Mittal Sports Mary (Drake) Lesage, formerly of Nashville who now resides in Texas, and her team mates will be in Layfayette, Louisiana; Labor Day weekend for U.S.S.S.A. slow pitch Nationals. Since softball is a big and growing sport in the Dallas Ft. Worth area Mary had many teams to choose from. The team she has been playing for the last two years, The Rheavens, is based in Grand Prairie, Texas. The Rheavens have played in several tournaments throughout the summer which has qualified them not only for Nationals, but also state tournaments. State tournaments were held last week in Tyler, Texas. Mary’s team has done Football practice begins Aug. 12 for Maple Valley Practice will begin for grades nine thru 12 Aug. 12 at 8 a.m. at Maple Valley Jr.Sr. High School. If anyone is new to Maple Valley or did not sign up, please, feel welcome to come to practice. We would like to have you in the Maple Valley football program. If you have any questions you may call Coach Mittelstaedt at 852-9510. (8-6) very well this summer placing mostly, first and second place in most of the tournaments they have traveled to. Mary feels the team would not have made it this far if it wasn’t for the long hours of practice. The team averages six hours of practice every Sunday and four hours on Tuesdays and (Thursdays. Many of Mary’s team­ mates are a few years older than herself. The average age is 35 years and a couple are Grandmas. Not only is there a variety of ages most of the players play in several positions. Mary herself plays catcher, pitcher, and the outfield. Softball has been a big part of Mary’s life ever since she started playing at age eight. Wednesday Morning Golf The Wednesday Morning Ladies Golf League, played at Centennial course in Sunfield, included 15 Ver-, montville women this year. Playing were: Jill Booher, Mary Trumble, Elenore Lake, Dorothy Carpenter, Jane Wells, Joyce Rathburn, Linda Sampson, Nancy Conkey, Joan Hasselback, Janice Ainsworth, Mary Hokanson, Sharon Mason, Laurie Hale, Jill Shance and Roz Lingholm. After seven weeks of play, the first place winners were: Division one - with 20 points, a tie with Elenore Lake and Beth Hynes; Division two with 22 points, Norma Jackson; Division Three with 21 points, a tie with Linda Sampson and Julie Eckstrom.; Division four with 21 points, Colette Pudvay; and Division five with 16 points, a tie with Sharon Mason and Mary Hokanson. FARM AND HOME CALENDAR h> Second place went to: Division one - with 16 points, a tie with Kathy Fountain and Marlene Darin; Division two - with 18 points, a tie with Dorothy Carpener and Jean Clark; Division three - with 16 points, Joyce Rathburn; Division four - with 20 points, Joan Desy; and Division five - with 14 points, Jill Shance. On the eighth week, in spite of a rain shower, a Fun Day event was held, s(“best ball” with players only using two clubs and their putter for the round. In the foursome teams, the first place team with a 38 score included Elenore Lake. In second place the team members with a 39 score were Jill Booher, Dorothy Carpenter and Mary Hokanson. Third place with a 39 score also included team member Mary Trumble. Following a chicken picnic lunch, the prizes were awarded to all the ladies. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is joining Governor James J. Blanchard, the state health department and all other health departments throughout Michigan to mark Immunization Month. The Governor has declared August Im­ munization Action Month and local and state health officials bring a change of emphasis to the attention of our residents. Theme for the month, “Protect, Immunize, Shots Are For Everyone',” in­ dicates that more than our school children need im­ munizations. Missed during the big immunization push in 1979-80 were many of our children who are now attending college. An added emphasis is also now upon adult immunizations. We all need Planning starts i for this fall's Community Edprograms Plans are underway for the Maple Valley Com­ munity Education fall program. High school completion classes and vocational skills classes will be offered in the evening at the Maple Valley Jr. Sr. High School. Daytime classes will also be offered. Classes begin Sept. 9 and are open to anyone who is 18­ years of age or older. They are free of charge to those who do not have their high school diplomas and also to graduates under 20. Others may take these classes for a small fee. Enrollment will Maple ape Leaf ea Grange range to hold card party There will be a Pedro Party at Maple Leaf Grange on Saturday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. Members and friends are invited. Ann Schantz is chairman of the committee. If you like to play cards, come and enjoy the evening. Refreshments served. begin Aug. 14th. Enrichment classes are also being planned. If anyone has a hobby that you would like to share with community people, please call the Community Education office in the high school at 852-9275. There will be advertisments in the paper listing all of the classes of­ fered and the Community Education newsletter will be mailed in August. Regular office hours will begin Aug. 14. They will from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. After Aug. 27, office hours will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday. For further information call Kay Hartzler at 517-852­ 9275, or 616-374-8169. August 7-10 - Youth Camp, Kettunen Center Thursday, August 8 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Aug. 13-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc. Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Tuesday, August 13 - Alfalfa and Dairy Field Day, WilsonDansby Farm on Hooker Rd., 2 miles North of Mason -1:30 p.m. August, 15-16 - State 4-H Rabbit Expo, MSU August, 15-16 - 4-H Dairy Goat Days, MSU Sunday, August 18-1 p.m. Fair “Thank You” picnic and 4-H Softball Playoffs, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds. Monday, August 19-8 p.m. Commodity Market Update Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. August 19-22 - State 4-H Livestock Expo., MSU. Tuesday, August 20 - State 4-H Horse Show, MSU. Tuesday, August 20 - Crops Outlook Meeting, 7:30-9 p.m., MSU, Union August 20-22 - State 4-H Dairy Cattle Days, MSU. August 20-21- State 4-H Poultry Expo., MSU. Wednesday, August 21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament, Capitol Area Sportman’s Club, Lansing. August 21-22 - State 4-H Veterinary Science Fair, MSU. Wednesday, August 21 - SCD No-Till Tour and Luncheon. Tour begins at Don Tirrel’s farm, 676 W. Broadway, Charlotte. 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 27 - Karl Forell’s Show Plots and CES Ridge- Till Plots. Tour begins 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at the In­ tersection of Wheaton Rd. and Vermontville Hwy. Free lunch following tour. Wednesday, Aug. 28 - Dairy Open House, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners, ML, starting at 10 a.m. Com­ plimentary noon luncheon. Tuesday, Sept. 3 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Girl scouts to make homemade ice cream for special events To round out this summers activities Girl Scouts in Nashville will be getting together with their troop to make home-made ice cream. This ice cream will be served at the Mother-Scout night Tuesday, Aug. 20 at Putnam Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ice cream will be served for the first half hour. From 7 p.m. on, there will be short presentations on the scouting programs available to girls in this area. Scout Night is open to girls already in scouts and to girls who wish to get involved in scouts and their mother. Blood Drive Dates set When: August 8 Where: Hastings Moose Lodge Time: 12 to 6 Pints of Blood Goal 150 HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD ACTlONADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-9657640 Battle Creek. (EOW) 10 BEAUTIFULLY WOODED.ACRES east of Mancelonia. Survey and Title Insurance. $6000 with $100 Down and $60 per month on a 9 percent land contract. Also 10 acres with stream. Call 616-938-1097 or write Northern Land Co. at 5883 Andorra Dr. Unit D2, Williamsburg, MI 49690. Call and Compare...852-O832 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks Moen Kitchen Faucet 2 Handle No. 7900 tetanus boosters every 10 years. And people over 60 years of age are urged to have influenza shots this fall. According to local health officials, we need continuous efforts to see that all children entering school are protected against measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, diptheria, whooping cough and polio. College students should check their im­ munization status before classes, especially for measles and rubella. And all older persons and those with chronic diseases are urged to have protection against flu this year. “Call your doctor or the Barry-Eaton District Health Department to see about your shots, urges health officials. “Remember, Shots are for Everyone!” ACTION-ADS AUG. 9-11:1% miles south of Vermontville on Ionia Rd., 3 families of clothing, iron bed, buffet, trunk, canning jars, shower bath tub, steel wheeled buck rake, tractor, auction wagon, barrel, shop stove, swimming pool lad­ ders, windows, doors, organic freezer beef, and much more. T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner ^^Nashville... 517-852-9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime Commodore K-Vanity OILlYERIMG-fUIDIIMG-tSTIMlTIMG-SlYIIG EATON COUNTY P”" She played fours years of varsity softball at Maple Valley, two years at K.C.C., two years at Indiana-Purdue plus during the summers. Beside softball Mary, a 1976 graduate of Maple Valley High School, keeps extra busy with her studies at the University of Texas at Arlington and her two children, Jessica, 3, and Kyle, 9 months. Her husband, Tom, who is stationed at NAS Dallas with the Marine Corps, has been great support to her while she has been working on her degree in education. Her major Jias been in physical education and health. Mary will complete her degree this December after student teaching in the fall. August is Immunization Month $dOEl QW95 17x20 w/Top-less Faucet White $4£95 �The Mople Volley News Noshville. 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Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 4 - Tuesday, August 13, 1985 Castleton Township voting on ambulance mill Voters in Castleton Township will go to the polls in today’s special state senate seat election not only to decide which of two candidates will fill the spot left by the death of Senator Robert Welborn, but also to determine the fate of the Castleton-Maple Grove Ambulance Service. The township has two proposals on today’s ballot: Proposal 1 is a request for a one-quarter mill tax renewal, and Proposal 2 is a request■ for a one-quarter mill increase. Castleton Township Supervisor Justin Cooley said the tax money is used strictly for ambulance vehicle and equipment costs. Money for operation of the service is provided partly by both of the townships’ general fund accounts, and by millage levied by the village of Nashville. Township Clerk Sharon Bishop said the millage increase would generate $4,000 for the ambulance service, as would the renewal, generating a total of $8,000 for the service to use in one year. Ambulance Board Treasurer Bernard Hoffman says the money is not enough to run the service adequately, thinking failure by the residents of the township to pass the millage would be devastating to the ambulance. Hoffman noted the dollars are vital to the continued educational programs, the equipment essential to run the service, and keeping the building and vehicles properly main­ tained. “If we don’t have the millage to support the ser­ vice, we will just have to run until we can’t anymore,” Hoffman said. Cooley is also hopeful that the proposal is successful. “If the millage doesn’t pass, it will certainly curtail any improvements we plan to make," he said. The townships currently maintain two ambulances, the older model being a 1972 Suburban which Cooley said township officials hope to replace sometime next year should the needed funding become available. Cooley also noted that both townships share in the equipment costs of the service, with Castleton Township carrying the heavier load. According to Cooley, Castleton Township currently pays two-thirds of the equipment costs, while Maple Grove supports onethird of the equipment ex­ penditures. This, says KELLEYS AMBULANCE Cooley, is because Maple Grove Township has only half of the property valuation that Castleton has. The same half-mill am­ bulance proposal was first requested last November 6 by the township, but was turned down by voters 518­ 407. so noted noe at a that a time me Bishop that a one-half mill tax for the ambulance would cost taxpayers 25 cents per $1,000 of their property’s State Equalized Valuation, (SEV). As an example, she noted that a $30,000 home with an SEV of $15,000 (half of the worth of the home) would be S. Main Street, the Castleton Township Hall, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nashville council decides to rezone State Street firm Local man drowns in lake The body of a Nashville man, an apparent drowning victim, was discovered last Wednesday morning in a weeded area on the eastern part of Manistee Lake. A spokesman from the Manistee County Sheriff’s Department said the body of Elmer Rose, 48, of 8260 Curtis Rd. was found by the department’s marine patrol at 8l40 a.m. Wednesday, concluding a search that had started on the previous Saturday night. Elmer and his brother, John Rose of Indiana, were returning to their camp site after fishing on the lake when they were thrown out of their 14 foot boat after a larger vessel drove in front of them, causing a wake to rock the brother’s boat and flip them out, said the taxed a total of $3.75 for the ambulance millage. The polls will be open at 98 spokesman. found Wednesday, The The brothers had their department was joined by anchor partially out of the city police which conducted water in the front of their a shore search and by the boat and the wake evidently Traverse City based Coast caught the anchor and Guard which used its flipped the boat. The boat helicopter. The Coast Guard continued to go around in terminated its search on circles at full speed for Sunday before the body was several hours after the ac- - found, creating a con­ troversy in the Manistee cident. After the two were pitched Lake area because some into the water around dusk, believe the Guard ended its John told authorities that he efforts too soon, said the and Elmer talked for awhile. sheriff’s department. The spokesman explained “Eventually John couldn’t hear Elmer anymore,” the that the Coast Guard will spokesman said. About 40­ participate in any search on minutes later John was land or water if a life threatening situation exists. rescued by boaters. The sheriff’s department “Once they feel there is no launched its marine boat at hope, they cease, ” he said. No one has come forward the scene about 10:15 p.m. on with information about the the Saturday of the incident. They continued their search other boat, the spokesman on Sunday and the following said last week. days until the body was Nashville Mayor John says he approves the license, Hughes Thursday called a although he said that if he public hearing for the pur­ had his way, there would be pose of rezoning the property no liquor sold anywhere. Approval was given by the at 131 S. State St. in Nash­ ville, where Bobbie’s Unique council for the local property tax collection to be extended Nail Service is located. The hearing, scheduled for 30 days to September 25, 1985, with no penalty, in Thursday, August 22, is being held to rezone the order for the village property from residential to treasurer to collect taxes at a later date rather than commercial. The building was having the county do it as originally thought by owners has been past procedure. Sergeant Koetje informed Dave and Rosie Murphy to be commercially zoned, but the council that efforts to a discovery by the Nashville purchase a repeater for the zoning board proved police car radios have been halted, after he discovered otherwise last month. The purpose of the public hearing by the council of Nashville is to rezone the entire lot from State Street to lot 31. In other council business, the board voted to approve a Department of Commerce The second annual com­ Off Premises Liquor License munity-wide yard sale held for Carl’s Supermarket, for in Vermontville last Friday the purpose of selling and Saturday was a great packaged liquor. The owners success, according to of the store, Don and Chamber of Commerce Jeanette Joseph, requested President Pat O’Dell. the council’s approval for the “It went terrific,” she license, because they needed said. “Everybody was real local government and law happy with it.” enforcement approval. O’Dell noted that this was Sergeant Gene Koetje, the first year the sales were acting Nashville police chief, held for two days, and that HAS UNGS Public library 121 S. CHUkCH STREET Hastings, ?, ■ :r’’. .‘jcn 49053 the current car radios are too outdated for the equipment. Koetje another said possibilty for obtaining a repeater would be to use one that operates off of telephone lines, and to install one at the top of the water tower. The sergeant said the Barry County Sheriff’s Department may possibly share in the cost for such an item, which could amount to $1,200. Hughes said the council will let bids for village fleet and liability insurance at the next council meeting. Vermontville’s Yard Sale called a success many people from out of town visited the sales both days. “I felt it went real well,” said O’Dell who also added that there were close to 85 sales held both days. The Chamber of Com­ merce sponsored the event, and O’Dell noted that certain sales sold well. Continued on Page 3 �Th* Mapl* Vall*y N*w». Nashville, Tuesday. August 13, 1985 — Page 2 Phyllis Malwitz enjoyed helping her granddaughter, Lindsey Krolik, 7, of Ver* montville, work on her basket during on outdoor craft session offered by the local historical society. In the background, Lindsey's brother, 16-month-old Andrew, seemed to like carrying a basket around since he was too young to make one. Paula Cole (right) Instructed the basketweaving session. She's shown B.G. Garvey, 6, Polly Sayles, and David Taylor, 5. helning 'Basketing' in the sun Dana Cole (left) assists Mindy Garvey, 8, at the class. Seventeen youth gathered on the lawn next to the Vermontville Museum Saturday to weave baskets during the first summer craft session offered by the Vermontville Historical Society. For many of the children, learning the art of basket weaving was a new ex­ perience. “It’s fun,” said eight-yearold Mindy Garvey who added that her favorite part was doing the actual “over and under weaving technique.” Paula Cole of Ver- montville, who teaches adult Six-year-old Andrew Gordon admires his finished basket weaving classes in Nashville and Eaton Rapids, product while others in the background, Holly Taylor, taught the Saturday group B.G. Garvey, and David Taylor work on their baskets. how to make a beginning basket. can be derived from painting the young artists will be able Several Moms and a magnets. to take their finished Grandma seemed to enjoy For the last craft session projects home with them. being at the craft class too, on August 24, Jill Booker will While all children are invited assisting the children with teach candlewicking, a form to participate, those from their basketry. of Indian embroidery that five to 10-years of age Next Saturday’s craft was very popular in colonial probably will enjoy the session at the museum will days. classes the most. The local be stenciling, taught by Jill instructors donate their time All material needed for the Shance. classes will be supplied, and and talents for the sessions. On August 17, Dorie Lit­ chfield will be helping the children to learn the fun that Polly Sayles, 12, of Vermontville concentrates on her project at the basketweaving classes last Saturday. Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m.Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE CHURCH Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................ 7 p.m. Pastor mary curtis REV. THOMAS VOYLES Sunday School ..10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville {'/: mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Summer Church Worship... 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship..117 a.m. Evening Service p.m. Sunday Su.Mnd.a S A yeSchool Srcvhiocoel .. 10 110 a.m. 1 a..m m.. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. 203 203 N. N. State, State, Nashville Nashville A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sat. Mass...... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service......... 7 p.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. a.m Wednesday Evening .PASTOR LESTER DsGROOT 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 250 N. Main, Vermontville Wednesday: Wednesday: P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. AWANA.......... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. Holy Dny Celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Assistant... Don Roscoe FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School .. 10 a.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship ,6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 3 These bargain hunters took advantage of the values offered in Vermontville last week, and look over the wares of Connie Steward and Lisle Graham for more great savings. Yard sale, continued The women of the Congregational Church in Vermontville participated In the two-day community sale Friday and Saturday, offering baked goods, clothing and assorted other items for sale. Shown here (at left) is Nina Glascock of Charlotte trying to decide which homemade treat to buy, while Katherine Snider looks on. “It depends on what people are looking for,” she said. “Some did real well and others didn’t but overall I’m real pleased with how it went.” ACTION-ADS LARGE RUMMAGE SALE: Nashville United Methodist Church, corner Washington and State. Clothes, dishes, misc. Thursday, Aug. 22-6­ 9:30 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 23 9-3 p.m. GARAGE SALE: When school starts, have the right style for you... ATTRACTIVE and EASY! Make your appointment at... THE VILLAGE HAIR PORT Phone 726-0257 Avon 470 E. Main, Vermontville dishes, books, 3 wheel adult bicycle, small tools and much, much more. Aug. 14, 15 and 16, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 10594 Curtis Road, BarryEaton County Line. 763-9848. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. thru Pri. Some evenings by appointment. It's Smooth The Larry Dockter residence on South Main Street had numerous items for sale. No-till drill available in Eaton County A new Versa-Drill no-till The drill will plant small drill is now available as a grains, ,grass and legume rental unit from the Thor­ seeds and soybeans. The unit napple-Grand Soil Con­ can be easily handled by a servation District office in three plow tractor. The drill is ideally suited Charlotte. The Versa-Drill is a new for no-till planting and improved model of the operations on a wide variety former Moore drill. It is 10 of conditions, especially no­ feet wide, with a 6 %” till wheat after soybeans, spacing between discs, and navy beans or silage corn. A rental rate of $10 per is a trailer model. It can be easily towed behind a tractor acre will be charged, plus a or other vehicle when being $100 deposit which will be moved from one location to refunded upon return of the drill in satisfactory conanother. dition. For further information contact the District office at 200'N. Bostwick, Charlotte, MI Phone 517-543-1539. 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Plus: 5%% Interest Individuals, Non-Profit and Qualified lusinoio Account*: *500 *300 Minimum balance wireturn check service.......................................... . Minimum balance wliafokoeping service.............................................. SENIOR CITHERS - NO MINIMUM BALANCE REQUIRED! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 4 Curing colds with onions and making snow cream (Note: The following is the third of a five-part series of boyhood recollections written by former local resident Guy W. Howell of Tucson, Arizona. The story covers his growing-up years in Nashville during the 1920­ 30s, and is the fifth such offering by Howell. His earlier reminiscences ap­ peared in 1983 and 1984. The son of the late Florence and Ransom Howell, the author moved to Nashville in 1918 at age four and remained here more than 20 years. After a 40-year absence he made his first return trip to Nashville in 1983. We are indebted to him for the following account and for all of his earlier contributions to this column.) Memories by Guy W. Howell (Part HI) One year, at Harvest Festival, there was one of the concessions on the midway that was a roulette wheel. He was asking about it, and the operator was telling him he could win a lot of money. The man put a dollar on it and won. He won several times, and had quite a bit of money. Then he started losing, and lost all he had won, plus about $100 more. He figured something was crooked, so he went to one of the state policemen who were stationed on the midway. They found that the operator could stop the wheel any time and where he wanted to. It really was crooked. It wasn’t a free- During Guy's childhood, ice cream was a rare treat, so youngsters learned how to make their own icy con­ coction by adding vanilla, sugar and milk to snow scooped from fresh drifts outside their homes. This northward view on the west of Nashville's Main Street shows abundant snowdrifts, circa 1929. The sign over­ hanging the sidewalk advertises "soda" at Fur- . niss' drug store, now Mace Pharmacy. running wheel. They made middle fingers under it. I the man return all the money hollered for the other boy, he had taken from the far­ and he came and lifted the mer, and then they told him wheel so I could get my topack up and be out of town fingers out. The middle joints of those fingers by sundown. There was a man in Nash­ swelled up so I could hardly ville who had a bi-plane. The use them. They eventually monoplane had just started got all right though. When I was young we being used by the Army, so he wanted one. He got at it didn’t get a lot ice cream, so and removed the top wing of we learned how to make his bi-plane. Then he hauled snow cream. We went out it out to the field and started into the yard to a drift of taxiing around. He rose snow that was clean and three or four feet off the scoop some of it into a bowl. ground, but was afraid of it, We would then take it into so he landed and stopped the house and add vanilla, trying. I think he might well sugar, and milk. That would be afraid of it, because he give us a good substitute for only had the two lower ice cream. I was never very glad wings. I doubt if there would have been enough lift to when wash day came around. We had a pitcher maintain flight. There was an old saw mill pump in the kitchen, and I down river a ways from the would have to pump the boy’s swimming hole, back wash water. We had a of the ball field. The mill was washing machine. It was a a wreck, with part of the roof hand-crank outfit. It was a gone. We boys used to play square tub with a wooden lid around in it. One day two of in which was mounted an us fellows climbed the outfit containing a handle on^ rickety stair to the second the top, which turned around floor. We saw some smoke in horizontally, while the a trough that was there. We dasher inside had four rushed over and saw a pipe wooden blades that turned sticking up out of the trough. around and up and down. A boy was there smoking and When I was out of school I he had about a two-foot stem was hooked for helping with on his pipe. We asked him the washing. At the time I how come. He said, “Well, didn’t care much for the job, my mother told me to stay but as I got older I realized away from tobacco, and this that it was helping my is as far away from it as I mother, and the part she had can get.” on washday was harder than There was a piece of mine. machinery left in the mill. I I was riding one day in a don’t know what it was for, Dodge sedan. We had just but it was a heavy wheel set turned into Main St. from Kellogg St. There was a on a base. The wheel was about 18 inches in diameter highway truck around on and about 3 inches thick, and Main St. from Kellogg St. solid. I was playing with it There was a highway truck turning around on Main (I one day, twisting the wheel around, when suddenly it think it was a snow plow, dropped and caught my two because there was snow on the road) and the driver of the car I was in set the brakes, but that’s all the good it did. We weren’t going very fast, thankfully, but we kept on sliding to just where the truck had been. He moved out of the way just in time. It was a close one. One evening, when I was about nine or 10 years old, I was at a friend’s house having fun, and had forgotten all about the time. After awhile may friend’s father came into the room where we were, and said, “Guy, you dad is here looking for you.” I looked out the wondow and saw that it was dark. I went to the front door and saw my dad. He told me it was time to go home. After we left my Bom In 1914, Guy Howell firend’s house he told me he'd .been hunting all over grew up in an era when townifor me, and after we got most parents had little money to buy toys for their home I was made to un­ children, so Guy and many derstand that that kind of thing was a “no-no”, and he of his playmates made their own toys from willow didn’t ever want it to happen again. I’m not sure if it ever branches, iris pods, and did happen again, but I know other offerings of nature. it didn’t right away. He is seen here in 1928 My mother was a great in the side yard of the believer in using onions for family's Reed Street home, curing colds. When we had a wearing a new suit featur­ cold she would feed us plenty ing his first long trousers.. of onion, then make a Riding in a Dodge sedan as a youth, Guy was involved in a near-collision with a highway truck that was turning around near this spot on North Main Street, close to the Kellogg Street intersection (out of range at extreme left). This about1938 southward view shows Putnam Park at right, the new 1934 bridge across the Thornapple, and a glimpse of the river millpond, left, where during the Depression years a man fishing to feed his family was not fined for lack of a license. poultice to put on our chest. I’ve heard that if you don’t doctor a cold it lasts for seven days, and if you do doctor it, it lasts a week! When I was in ninth grade, one of the teachers doubted that my brain was func­ tioning properly. I supposed I should have been greatly offended by that assumption. However, they got the school nurse to give me an I.Q. test. It was really a very thorough test. She folded paper and I had t tell her how many pieces there would be if it were cut on the folds. She folded that paper until she could no longer fold it. Then she held a watch three feet from each ear, and I could hear it tick. Then came math problems, and finally she gave me words out of a book and I had to tell the meaning of the word and use it in a sentence. The test went on for about an hour and a half before she was finally satisfied. When she had finished, she told me there was nothing wrong with my brain. She said the last two books she had taken words from were sophomore college books! Usually, sometime in February, we would have a thaw in which most, if not all of the snow would leave. The ice would stay in the river and lakes because it was so thick, but the air would get warm and we very often had a thunder storm. During that time it was said that when it thundered snakes would come out of their holes. I never saw them do it though. A group of us fellows were going to a Hi-Y meeting one day. I think it was in Lan­ sing. I was riding with John Vandeventer. We were going along at a pretty good speed when a chicken ran out on the road in front of us. There was no chance to miss the chicken, so we hit it. Feathers flew all over. There was another car full of Hi-Y boys behind us, and when we reached our destination they said they ran though a large cloud of feathers that smacked into their wind­ shield, making it difficult to see for a time. During the depression of the 30’s there was a man in a boat out on the river east of the bridge. A game warden went out to see his fishing license. The man told him he didn’t have any and that he had no money to buy one. He said he was catching fish to feed his family because they had very little money to buy groceries. The warden told him to go ahead and fish. I reckon probably quite a few people fished and hunted that way to feed their families. I used to go into Diamante’s Ice Cream Parlor occassionally. They had a pinball machine in there that I played sometimes. I was playing it one day and had shot four balls. The fifth one happened to be the gold one, which would give a double score in any hole that it went into. There was a hole up at the top which, if the ball went into it, would double the entire board score. I had a pretty good score with ‘the four balls, and I shot the gold one. Someone was standing near the machine watching me. The ball went around, hit the bumper, and came back toward the hole that would double everything. I saw that it was going to miss, but just then this person who was watching bumped the machine. The ball rolled right into the hole, giving me a double score! Of course, this wasn’t a money machine - just the fun of it. My dad worked at the Lentz Table Factory for quite a lot of years. For several years he was an inspector. All ofthe furniture went past him and he would inspect the finish for flaws. If he found anything wrong he put a chalk mark beside the flaw and that part would have to be stripped and refinished. I worked for awhile in the department where the finish was removed. We used to get our milk every morning from the milk wagon. We got it in bottles quarts and pints. The price was eight cents for a quart, four cents for a pint, the bottles were closed with round cardboard caps that fitted down inside the top of the bottle. In the winter the milk would freeze and push the cap up - sometimes two or three inches. That frozen part was good, because it was pure cream. In those days milk was sold raw, and the cream would rise to the top of the bottle. Also in the winter, another fixture around town was Herb DeWitt with his horse and V-shaped wooden snow plow, taking the snow off the sidewalk. Then in the summer there was the water wagon, sprinkling the streets to keep down the dust. We kids liked to walk along behind the wagon with the water from the sprinkler falling on our bare feet. In the 30’s I was building model airplanes. I built a plane for myself a scale model of a Curtiss Hawk. It was a biplane (the only kind they had back then) and it was built with heavy balsa wood and covered with fabric like a real planes. It had a 4’ 10” wing span, and had moveable controls. The stick in the cockpit worked the ailerons and elevators, while the rudder bar worked the rudder. It was a beauty beauty, with the Army colors and insignia. I showed it to Tex Reid, Don’s father, and he said it was nearly perfect. He was a pilot in World War I. Back when I was a boy, my parents didn’t have much money to buy toys for me so, as did a lot of the other boys, I made a lot of my toys and entertainment. In the spring we would get some willow, and cut a piece about four or five inches long and probably half or threequarters of an inch in diameter. With a pocket knife we cut the bark, run­ ning the blade around the circumference of the piece of wood, about halfway along its length. About threefourths of an inch from one end we would cut a notch through the bark and into the wood, about a quarter of an inch deep. We would then hold the end of the wood in the palm of our hand and tap the front half of the wood down to the cut in the middle, using the back end of the knife. We would keep turning the wood, and tapping the bark gently and evenly, this procedure has to be done in the spring when the sap is rising. In a little while the bark will slip off the wood, and it’s ready for the next step. With the knife, shave off the wood from the end of the stick to the notch, which needs to be about one-eighth inch deep. Slip the bark back onto the stick and you are all ready to blow your whistle. Another thing that causes noise kids like to hear, is to take some wild iris pods, found growing in some damp, swampy places, and wrap one of the leaves around the pod rolling the pod up in it. Start wrapping with the small end of the leaf. Hold the large end of the leaf in the hand, and throw. This makes the pod spinas the leaf unwraps, and it makes a sort of droning noise. I bought a box of .22 shorts one time. I put a target on a white pine board and set it about 30 feet away. I shot at it several times, then went to look at it. Imagine my surprise when I saw that the bullets had penetrated only about half their length into the wood. When the car­ tridges fired they made only a small “pop.” It was an offbrand of cartridge, and I never got any more of that kind. We also used to pop leaves to make a noise. We would form a hole with the thumb and first finger, leaving the rest of the fingers curled around into a loose fist. Then take a leaf, lay it on the hole, and hit it sharply with the palm of the other hand. It would make quite a loud “pop.” Continued on Page 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 5 Alaskan Adventures ss * <\kT <L\TkT LT Sa ?ss : •4:^ Si! *2 2 jhi j $;•< -ate tota to|*< MtoiJ *®totek ffito!tblti ffijjtobltei J** ’"Imub toz b?^’ * * ktod«tela . .*fj h hMfaati *’•• tokteitef tent! cftftmjite;; itntetend, ini 1^ iftete mtamlMki thtete te^itaii K tot rsiti&iii ae zi strisjiJii flK'K ali'srtii'ii' «M 2f Otetei s us tetemiiite teftuMi ci MkiiktoH iteU xksh iMks- utottefiritej Yjntt nteyiifoX us^ tetote^t < < te ssbite'* Bi a tel fwi fto11 teW* taf^f erte lOllfcX1 gerte IB M tfnfl 3Sl ggikif* it*tew**' rd ew r spited spited !*d jUtgii*" Z'jOT £> i rt£> lix |W if* ??ft ••I** ??»< I "?L?»»»<^ ••S&J •• S&J 51»> *!X «* A fyA * 2$ i &i 5 ^" «te «te r r by Greta Firster Thirty seniors left Ver­ montville and Lansing July 1, for our Last Frontier Alaska. We traveled an Indian Trails Galley Coach. Our driver was the most efficient driver - Jeff Faller, who was admired and loved by all. Many times his help was above and beyond the call of duty. The first night was spent at Holiday Inn in Marquett, Michigan. They really rolled out the red carpet. The manager of each department lined up and welcomed each guest and presented them with a gift. Next the group was served punch and cookies. Our coach arrived in Prince Rupert July 8. We were to sail on the Matanuska July 10. On the ninth we were told the ship was disabled and would not be sailing until after the 12th. Everyone was awakened and told to pack. We had to leave in order to hold our motels in Alaska and the Yukon. We called and found a motel at Tenajon. This was a frontier stop- a gas pump and a 15 room motel made with trailers. It was neat and clean. They had a restaurant which served delicious food. The people treated us like long lost relatives. We were the first bus tour to ever stay there, They receive their mail and groceries only once a week. This change of routes cost us 150 miles of backtrack and a total of 964 miles farther. The next day we reached Haines Jet. and were back on the right track. Tok, Alaska is a nice place to stop. We were there two different nights. Our next stop was Fairbanks for two days. If ever in Fairbanks go to the Salmon Bake and the CanCan Girls. The pipe line is interesting. The oil as it comes from the ground is hot. The pipe has thick insulation around it and the pipe itself is only inch thick. Mt. McKinley was beautiful. Wecould see all of it. It is rarely visible. A photographer had waited three weeks and had not even seen the peak until that day. Animals were plentiful. We saw Mountain Goats, Big Horn Sheep, moose, black bear, one grizzly, wolves, forx, otter, seal, even chipmunks. Max Sharrod invited us to his farm in Matanuska Valley near Palmer. He gave us a big box of salad vegetables to take to the motel for a salad. We had fresh radishes all the way home. Anchorage is a great city- full of excitement and great places to shop. We took the Columbia Glacier boat out to see the greatest N.A. Glacier. It was about a six hour trip. No one got rich panning gold just out of Whitehorse but it was fun. Eight of us flew over the beautiful wilderness. The Alcan Highway is good in some places, gravel with lots of stones in some places, construction in many places, ice heaves everywhere, lots From our readers To the Editor: Two simple but most meaningful words describe the meeting of the Historical Society that met in the Griswold Room on the evening of August 1. These are “pure joy!” The meal was the usual Vermontville fare. Little more needs to be said. It was most satisfying and en­ joyable. The program arranged for by Don Shepherd was one long to be remembered. It was music and sing along provided by a trio from the Hastings area that they call Rose and Clyde plus Fern Memories, continued Another method for noise was to put both hands together, forming a big hollow space in the middle with the thumbs touching. We would then blow through our thumbs. By opening and closing the outer hand, we could vary the pitch of the sound. When Lloyd Miller had gone on down river, and I wanted to know here he was, we would signal each other that way. the sound would carry a long way. (tobe continued next week) from Lake Odessa. For many happy minutes the audience was served a musical fare of nostaliga and memory. The smiles on their faces showed the ap­ preciation. The music was that of melody and romance from a day and era in our nation that is now history. The finale of the program was a return to old, loved hymns and contemporary spiritual numbers such as the Gaithers, “HE TOUCHED ME”! Dependence upon God and those things eternal is a basic part of our national heritage and its greatness. Melody and romance are another integral part of our foundation for they speak of values and joy. It was a perfect summer evening. We went away with our hearts singing and renewed faith and con­ fidence in the future of our wonderful land. Sincerely, Edgar Fleetham P.S. Congratulations to the Vermontville Little League, all of the boys who par­ ticipated, and coaches Greg Hoefler, Steve Warner and Larry Lingholm. You have had a great season! of serious accidents, hun­ dreds of campers and motor homes which slow traffic and there were many campers and one motor home all smashed in a million pieces. They were left right beside the road or in the ditch. Most cars have chipped hqad lights and windshields. Weather was great - clear and temp just right, one part of a day a drizzle. It was beautiful trip. Going to do it again next year. Adult education starts its fall enrollment this week Enrollment for Maple Valley Adult Education classes begins this week. High school completion and vocational skills classes are being offered. Classes begin September 9. Classes are held in the daytime at Mead-O-Acres Community Center Building on Thor­ napple Lake Rd. and in the evening at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. A variety of classes will be Other adults may take the offered. Auto mechanics, classes for a small fee. wood shop, office procedure To enroll, call the Maple and machine operation, Valley Community introduction to computer Education office at 852-9275, science, typing and ac­ or stop in the office. The counting are some of the office is located in the high offerings. Conversational school. Office hours will be Spanish and sociology are from 9-3 p.m., Monday new classes this year. through Thursday. After These classes are free to August 27, office hours will those without a diploma and be from 1-9 p.m., Monday free to the graduates under through Thursday. 20 by September 1, 1985. The last thing you need now is a problem paying for more car insurance. A family can have many drivers. And many drivers can mean many cars. There may be a problem with finding a full gas tank or the right keys. So you don’t need a problem with car insurance. You deserve a discount. And, that’s exactly what Auto-Owners gives families with two or more automobiles. A nice one too! Your independent Auto-Owners agent prides himself on the substantial savings he can give multiple car families. And with a name like Auto-Owners—he’s won fame with his claims service. Find out from your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent just what the one advantage could be of having many cars and many drivers in your family. It’s no problem! From left, Thelma Christopher, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, John Warren and Bev Warren. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE nn> 0> Phone (517) 852-9680 vfuto-Owners Insurance Lite Home Car Business �Th* Mopl* Volley N«wi, Nothvillo, Tuesday. August 13, 1985 — Page The Friends of the Library in Nashville have completed their summer story hour for another year, which took place at the Putnam Public Library each Tuesday during the month of July July. On the last day which was last Tuesday Tuesday, several games and contests were held for the children, put on by F.O L Chairperson Sandy Schaub, Mary Hay and Ann Taylor. Shown here in the tricycle race are from Lezlie Chad Mullins doors the bar in the high jump game. Hay and Matt and Eric Hosey. Friends of the Library hold games at the Barbara Secord and Marin Smith race to be the first to the book during the games held for the last day of childrens’ story hour held by the Nashville Friends of the Library last Tuesday. The Friends of the Library in Nashville have completed their summer story hour program for another year, which took place at the Putnam Public Library each Tuesday during the month of July. On the last day, which was July 29, several games and contests were held for the children, put on by the F.O.L. Chairperson Sandy Schaub, Mary Hay, and Ann Taylor were the adult workers for the fun day. Pictured here in the tricycle race are Lezlie Hay and Matt and Eric Hosey. These children were anxious to get rich from the penny search. Gastroenterology clinic opens at Charlotte Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the initiation of a new Gastroenterology Clinic to be located within the Specialty Clinics in the adjacent Medical Building. The clinic will operate every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. The Gastroenterology Clinic, will be manned by David H. Wiedemer, M.D., Richard A. Martens, M.D. and Paul R. Butler, M.D. Dr. Wiedemer is a board certified gastroenterologist. Dr. Martens and Dr. Butler are board eligible gastroenterologists. Dr. Wiedemer graduated from Ohio State University SPRUCE UP for SUMMER with a NEW STYLE just for you by... NANCY or LAURIE 5 School of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio and com­ peted a Gastroenterology Fellowship at the Rush Medical College, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Martens graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, and completed a Gastroenterology Fellowship at Bridgeport Hospital, Local students accepted to Olivet College Jeffrey Maurice Hamilton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Duane Hamilton of 9247 Vibens Rd., Nashville and Julius Francis Maura-, son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Maurer of 6915 Assyria Road,. Nashville have been accepted to Olivet College begining the fall semester 1985. Olivet is a four-year liberal arts college located in south central Michigan. Founded in 1844, the .private residential college awards the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Music Education degrees. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. MAIN, VERMONTVILLE Phone 726-0330 BINGO Bridgeport, Connecticut brings the total number, of affiliate of Yale University. specialty clinics operated at . Dr. Butler graduated from Hayes Green Beach Hospital Ohio State University School to eight to include dercardiology, of Medicine, Columbus, matology, Ohio, and completed a pulmonary medicine, urology, orthopedics, ob­ Gastroenterology Fellowship at Ohio State stetrics, and nephrology. The' main goal of the University. Appointments for the specialty clinics is to provide Gastroenterology Clinic may the services of medical be made by calling Hayes specialists to the people in Green Beach Hospital at 543­ our community, saving them 1050, ext. 404 or 402. the cost and inconvenience The addition of the of a trip to Battle Creek or Gastroenterology Clinic Lansing. _ 240 South Cochran Avenue t 0Hlll 111/ Charlotte, Michigan 48813 T3^II7MIrK2mbl .fHml ’iS-S4P?HoO'N?E ...0 “ CHRISTENSEN & ASSOC., INC. 482-2700 — SUNFIELD — VACATION ALL SUMMER LONG in your own bock yard. Inground pool with a diving board, picnic on your redwood deck and admire your large, well landscaped yard. All this plus a 4 bedroom home with 1 ’/» baths & full basement. Great home for the energetic family & only $57,000. (JU-16-TS) MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA June Umbarger, Sales Associate Century 21 - Christensen & Assoc., Inc. THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. 517*543-0920 or 517*543*1506 Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 7 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events: Tuesday, Aug. 13 - A one day Bible School market­ place like in Jesus’s time, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Friday, Aug. 16 - Gresham Bible School 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 - Iva Cramer’s 90th birthday open house 2-5 p.m. at the Walker Church on Frederick St. off U.S. 27. Monday, Aug. 19 - Ver­ montville Garden Club. Saturday; Aug. 24 - Work bee at the Methodist par­ sonage to plant trees and shrubs for landscaping. Sunday, Aug. 25 - Nancy Lightfoot, missionary to Liberia, will be at the Methodist Church for a 6 p.m. potluck followed by a slide program. All welcome. Miss Maria Lee, an ex­ change student from Australia, will stay with the Ernest Halliwell family for a year. Fifteen members of the Gresham and Vermontville Methodist Youth Fellowship and six adults spent last Tuesday at Cedar Point, leaving from the parsonage at 4:30 a.m. and returning in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. Bruce Benedict of Arlington Hts., Ill, spent last Sunday night with ihs parents, the Harold Benedicts. Terry Benedict and Maurine Kowalski were Saturday and Sunday guests this week. Mr. Dilip Das of Ann Arbor, grandson of the Harold Benedicts, left School starts Aug. 27 By Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff Maple Valley Schools will open Tuesday, August 27. All students enrolled in grades K-12 in the Maple Valley Schools are scheduled to begin classes Tuesday, August 27. School will be in session a full day on August 27. Classes for elementary students will begin at 8:10 a.m. with dismissal at 2:50 p.m. The Jr .-Sr. High School students will begin classes at 8:20 a.m. with dismissal at 2:30 p.m. The morning kindergarten instructional program will begin at 8:10 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. and afternoon kin­ dergarten students will begin at 11:50 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. with dismissal at 2:50 p.m. Elementary students walking to school will be dismissed at 2:35 p.m. The hot lunch program in the Maple Valley Schools will begin Tuesday, August 27. Application forms for free and reduced price meals are available in all buildings. Students new to the Maple Valley School should register with the building principal prior to the opening of Monday for a three months biology teaching assignment at an International College in India and will visit relatives in Malaysia before returning home. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Car­ penter and baby left Monday for their home in Whittier, Calif., after visiting relatives for a week. From -all reports the “Michigan Fiddler’s Jamboree” held Saturday at the Ponderosa Campground was fantastic and well at­ tended with the Rainbow Chasers from Grand Rapids and the Winebago Club from Charlotte as part of the group of visitors and cam­ pers. Also the weather man gave perfect days for the many yard sales, scattered around town. Our town was really crowded especially on Friday and was successful by all reports. Forty-seven members of the Frith family enjoyed a reunion in the village park on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Frances Olson at­ tended the Sherman reunion at her oldest son’s home in Lansing on Sunday af­ ternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson of Birmingham called on Mrs. Hermina Southern Sunday afternoon, also Mr. and Mrs. Fred Walsh and Mrs. Helen Purchis of Lansing called on Mrs. Hermina Southern and Mrs. Kate Snider Sunday afternoon. Nineteen children, aged 5­ 10 years, enjoyed the sten­ ciling class Saturday af­ ternoon at the museum with Mrs. Jill Shance as in­ structor, Next week Mrs. Dorie Litchfield will teach painting magnets. Note the change of hours: 2-3:30 p.m. Aunt Mina Barnes who is in the Barry County Medical Care Facilty will be 105 years old Saturday, Aug. 17. At the present time she is doing quite well. She would appreciate cards. school. Registration hours are 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. and from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Any parent desiring to enroll a student at Kellogg Elementary School should contact Mr.' Yost at the Fuller Elementary School. The bus routes will basically be the same as during the 1984-85 school year. If you have any questions regarding tran­ sportation, you should call Gerald Aldrich at the bus garage 852-9421. Further information regarding the opening of school may be obtained by calling any of the following school personnel: Bill Christensen, Maplewood Elementary Principal, 726-0600; Howard Yost, Fuller-Kellogg Elem. Principal, 852-9468; Burr Hartenburg, Jr.-Sr. High School Principal, 852-9275; Larry Lenz, Jr.-Sr. High School Assistant PrincipalAthletic Director, 852-9275; Carroll Wolff, Superin­ tendent of Schools, 852-9699; Vermontville Church offers and Gerald Aldrich, Tran-‘Marketplace’ Bible School sportation Supervisor, 852­ On Tuesday, Aug. 13, the 9421. Vermontville United Methodist Church is having a “Marketplace Bible School” in the church yard. All children are welcome EATON COUNTY to attend. Please come in Bible times dress (sandals FARM AND HOME CALENDAR and bathrobe will be fine). Time is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch will be provided. The children will be August, 15-16 - State 4-H Rabbit Expo, MSU learning about family life in August, 15-16 - 4-H Dairy Goat Days, MSU Jesus’ time through crafts, Sunday, August 18-1 p.m. Fair “Thank You” picnic and 4-H games, foods and other Softball Playoffs, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds. activities. Please call Roz Monday, August 19 - 8 p.m. Commodity Market Update Lingholm at 726-0264 if you Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa. have any questions or would August 19-22 - State 4-H Livestock Expo., MSU. like to participate yourself in Tuesday, August 20 - State 4-H Horse Show, MSU. any way. Tuesday, August 20 - Crops Outlook Meeting, 7:30-9 p.m., MSU, Union August 20-22 - State 4-H Dairy Cattle Days, MSU. August 20-21- State 4-H Poultry Expo., MSU. Wednesday, August 21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament, Capitol Area Sportman’s Club, Lansing. August 21-22 - State 4-H Veterinary Science Fair, MSU. Wednesday, August 21 - SCD No-Till Tour and Luncheon. Tour begins at Don Tirrel’s farm, 676 W. Broadway, Charlotte. 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 27 - Karl Forell’s Show Plots and CES Ridge- Till Plots. Tour begins 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at the In­ tersection of Wheaton Rd. and Vermontville Hwy. Free lunch following tour. Wednesday, Aug. 28 - Dairy Open House, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners, ML, starting at 10 a.m. Com­ plimentary noon luncheon. Tuesday, Sept. 3 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Sunday, Sept. 8 - Farm Bureau Farm Tour. Open to public. Monday, Sept. 9-7 p.m. 4-H Personal Appearance Leaders Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Conservation and Fertilizer Mgt. (Non­ Point Source Pollution) MSU. Tuesday, Sept. 10- 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volun­ teer Association Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Maple Grove Birthday Club meeting August 20 Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet, Tuesday, August 20 at Maple leaf Grange. Reva Schantz will serve as hostess and Beatrice Rodgers will bring the birthday cake. Potluck dinner at 12:30. ACTION-ADS EARN $4.87 HR. WE NEED ASSISTANCE: in evaluating and responding to daily work reports submitted by our agents throughout the state. No experience necessary; Paid to complete training. Work at home. For information send self­ addressed, stamped en­ velope 9'/2 inches long to: AWGA, Dept. E., Box 49204, Atlanta, GA, 30359. Local farm wins title — Tobeys Polled Hereford Farm of Nashville nabbed the junior and grand champion Polled Hereford bull titles with MSU Gilead 67K 8406 at the Michigan Polled Hereford Association Show. The 59-head judging event was held at Ionia on July 27. Eaton County 4-Hers competing in expo Several Eaton County 4-H members will participate in the state 4-H Rabbit Expo to be held Aug. 15-16 at Michigan State University. Representing Eaton County are Lynn Haigh, Alain Serven, Amy Outman, and Lachelle Haigh, all of Bellevue; Matt Pion and Ben Pion from Olivet; and Matt Babcock and Chad Burt from Charlotte. Rabbit Expo events range from live animal judging for meat and fur type, to breed identification, rabbit fitting and showing, and rabbit cooking contests. Expo gives 4-H’ers an opportunity to improve their skills by competing against and observing others from throughout the state. Each division winner will receive a trophy, the top two overall awards will be a $200 and $100 college or career training scholarship. To qualify for this award, members must participate in a minimum of five categories. The Rabbit Expo is free and open to the public. Ac­ tivities begin at 8:30 a.m. each day in Demonstration Hall, located on the MSU campus. For more information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 8 J6th Annual Auto Show planned at Charlton Park, Sunday The public can enjoy an automotive stroll down memory lane this Sunday when the Antique Auto Show takes place at Historic Charlton Park Village & Musuem. Between 250 and 300 classic autos, restored and in running condition, are ex­ pected to be at the park, located between Hastings and Nashville just off M-79. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. “This is our biggest special events’ show of the year,” said Diane Szewczyk, park director. “The show is also our oldest-running one, entering its 16th year.” Around 3,000 visitors at­ tended last year. The automobiles must be 25 years or older to take part -----0- 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call in the event, which is being co-sponsored by the Battle Creek Chapter of the Veteran Motor Car Club of America. That club has approximately 50 members, most of whom are expected to be on hand with their vehicles. Along with the car show, a swap meet of auto-related parte and accessories is scheduled. Flea market vendors will also be on the grounds. General admission is $3 for adults (16 years and over) with free admission for children. Exhibitor admission— which includes the antique car, driver, and one passenger— is free. Space rental for vendors is $10. Open and staffed on Sunday as well will be the Village’s 16 historical buildings, ranging from a general store to a one-room schoolhouse to a blacksmith shop to a stagecoach rooming house. The Village is open Thursday through SIDEWALK SALE Saturday, August 17 102 N. Main St., Nashville (616) 627-4977 Dozens and dozens of classic antique automobiles will return to Historic Charlton Park Village and Museum for the 16th annual Antique Auto Show and Swap Meet this Sunday. Sunday on a regular basis. The Park, located on the picturesque Thornapple River and Lake, also has ample recreation offerings, including a swimming beach, picnic area, a boat launch, fishing access, hiking trails, and softball fields. For more information, call 616-945-3775. COA menu and coming events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Mic‘higan Ave., Hastings iand the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. Aug. 14 - Picnic lunch at Tyden Park Pavillion games, “door prizes” en­ tertainment - Call today for your reservation for lunch. Aug. 15 - Hot dog with cheese on bun, baked beans, fresh relishes, fruit crisp Hastings and Nashville, Bingo. Aug. 16 - Cod almondine, mixed vegetables, tossed salad with dressing, roll, brownie. Aug. 19 - Cold plate, potato salad, kaiser roll, strawberry shortcake Woodland, Lansing Gilbert, slide program - Nashville, Mary Palkowski, Nutrition Program Coordinator. Aug. 20 - BBQ Chicken, ovenbrowned potatoes, wax beans, roll, fruit mix. Margarine and Milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Visit our... Craft Nook Senior citizen picnic planned tomorrow by COA INSIDE and OUT During Wednesday, Aug. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Com­ mission on Aging wil again be sponsoring the annual “Combined Site Picnic” at the Tyden Park pavillion. There will be games, “door prizes” and entertainment by members of the Hastings High School Band. This is a great opportunity for the senior citizens of Barry County to get acquainted with others around the county and make new friends. Call the C.O.A. at 948-8061, today for meal reservations and a fun day. SIDEWALK SALE Eaton County no-till tour scheduled for August 21 The Don Tirrell farm will be the first stop on a tour of no-till plantings and related conservation practices on Wednesday, August 21 beginning at 1 p.m. All people who have some interest in no-till are en­ couraged to attend. The Tirrell farm is located 2 miles south of Charlotte on Cochran Road (Business I­ 96) and Vi mile west on Broadway Highway on the north side. The tour is jointly spon­ sored by the Thornapple­ Grand Soil Conservation District, the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service and the U.S. Soil Conservation Service. The remaining tour stops will not be announced in advance. The tour will conclude at 3:30 p.m. with a free luncheon. 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Don Sopjes .......... Consumers.......... Michigan Bell....... Village.................. AT&T..................... Nashville Elevator $15.00 293.00 624.50 387.00 374.50 246.76 .190.76 110.00 . 28.41 ..26.98 . 15.68 .... 9.15 ..48.00 Nashville Hardware ......21.35 J.W. Cooley............ .148.00 Nashville Lions Club ...3.00 N. Rasey.................. ..19.89 S. Bishop.................. ..30.20 A. Yaudes................ ..45.50 S. Stall...................... ..45.50 P.Rizor .................... 5.50 Social Security Adm. .20.00 M. Ainslie................ ..50.50 M.V. News .............. . 16.25 Ambulance bill to Moores Medical Supply.......... 216.66 Motion to pay bills supported and passed. Insurance costs and coverage discussed. No action. Township will order trees to place on west border of Hosmer Cemetery. Motion that Castleton Township levy the reduced millage allowed by Michigan law at the Dec. 1, 1985 tax collection supported and passed. Meeting adjourned 9:52 p.m. JUSTIN W. COOLEY, Supervisor SHARON BISHOP, Clerk Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING — JULY 11, 1985 — The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil July 11,1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. Present, D. Chaffee, J. Kent, C. Tobias and G. Frith. Absent, R. Furlong and R. Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the two public hearings were read and approved. Motion by Frith, support by Tobias the following NASHVILLE RESIDENTS The 1985 Nashville summer tax dead­ line will be extended without penalties until September 25, 1985. LOIS J. ELLISTON, Treasurer Village of Nashville NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING August 15, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Community Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Douglas Aspinall is requesting a variance in order to place a garage on property located at 108 East Phillips Street. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING August 15, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Community Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Charles Reid is requesting a variance in order to place a carport­ garage on property located at 435 South Main St. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals bills be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell....... 56.57 Consumers Power (Office)......... 75.47 Consumers Power (Street Lights)....... 1,204.01 Arrow Overall Supply .. 10.30 Maple Valley News ......41.88 Doubleday Bros. & Co. .55.77 Recognition, Inc.. ... 6.75 Jackson Nationa 483.36 Blue Cross/Blue Shield 627.16 GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell...... 26.87 Consumers Power 8.86 Nashville Hardware ...... 49.32 Sweepster..................... 448.46 Galesburg Lawn Equip .81.91 Purity Cylinder Gases . . .4.70 Carl's Market................... 2.80 Maple Valley Implement. 5.50 Snow & Son Locksmith.. .5.96 Mace Pharmacy................ 1.05 Communications Specialists................ 57.65 General Electric........ 13.20 Powers Shell.............. 50.74 Hastings Press............ 21.00 WATER and SEWER Michigan Bell Water...................... 13.13 Michigan Bell Sewer.................. 102.60 Consumers Power Water...................... 426.28 Consumers Power Sewer ................... 8 2.99 Nashville Hardware ..... 19.03 Hometown Lumber ..... 190.50 Municipal Supply... 2.00 Hach Chemical .... 32.63 Northern Concrete Pipe................... 8.00 Wheelers Marine. .51.40 Maple Valley Concrete......................43.00 Doubleday Bros. & Co. 650.72 Pleasant Telephone Ans. Ser ... 23.00 U.S. Postmaste 56.98 Legislature approves workers compensation changes A compromise plan to reform Michigan’s workers’ compensation system was passed last week by the Michigan Legislature and POLICE DEPARTMENT was then signed into law by Michigan Bell..... 43.92 Governor Blanchard. Jockson Nationa 263.60 The package attempts to Blue Cross/Blue Shield 313.17 remedy the state’s ailing Leon Frith, Supt. of Department of Public Works, workers’ compensation gave the D.P.W. report for the month of June, 1985. program by making it more Sgt. Gene Koetje gave the Police report for the accessible for injured workers and less costly for month of June, 1985. Tom Taylor, Nashville Zoning Administrator gave employers. Passage of the com­ the Zoning report for the month of June, 1985. promise ended a two-month Harold Christiansen, Park Director submitted the debate in the Legislature Quarterly Park reports for the period of January 1 over how to define through June 30, 1985. “disability.” Many Greg Dziewicki, an agent from Burnham & Flower lawmakers thought that the Insurance Agency was present to discuss changes in present' definition was too Insurance. lenient and needed changes. Motion by J. Kent, supported by G. Frith to cancel Others maintained that the the Standard Municipal Pumping Contract dated current rules, implemented 2/23/76 with Consumers Power. All ayes. Motion in 1981, needed further testing. carried. The new law will extend President Hughes cancelled the next regular the current plan until Jan. 1, meeting of the Village Council on July 25, 1985. The 1987, when a new definition next regular meeting will be held August 8, 1985 at will be written. 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville. The compromise also Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias to ad­ makes administrative journ. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. changes designed to speed August 8, 1985 JOHN HUGHES, President up the system and make it SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk more efficient. These changes include: -Penalizing anyone filing for frivolous injury claim; —Reducing the interest Third D i s t.r i c t Michigan. Congressman Howard Wolpe Interested students should rate on accrued disability (D-Lansing) is now seeking send to Congressman benefits; -Capping attorney’s fees the applications of area Wolpe’s Washington office college students for the (1527 Longworth House for representing workers seeking compensation; Lyndon Baines Johnson Office Building, Washington, --Removing ad(LBJ) scholarship award. D.C. 20515) their college The scholarship recipient transcript, two letters of ministrative law judges will receive a stipend of $840 recommendation, an from civil service and replacing them with ap­ to work in Congressman analytical writing sample, Wolpe’s Washington office and an essay stating their pointed magistrates. The provision affecting the for a period of at least three reasons for wanting to work months. in a congressional office. All law judges is highly con­ In order to apply for the correspondence should be troversial and its con­ internship, applicants must addressed to the attention of stitutionality will likely be challenged in court. While reside in, or be in attendance Ms. Pat Swanson, Wolpe’s at, a college or university intern coordinator, and the compromise failed to within the Third should be received no later include everything I would have liked, businesses, will Congressional District of than September 15, 1985. be better off with the new law. But more reform is necessary, and throughout this legislative session we should continue to University’s The MSU Cooperative Midwest streamline the workers Extension Service has outlook meeting and Chuck compensation system and scheduled a crops outlook will have the latest com­ help make Michigan a better meeting for Tuesday, August modity charts. A questions place to do business. 20, from 7:30-9 p.m. at and answer period will Special Committee Would Illinois Room of the MSU follow their presentations. The meeting is free of Study Michigan’s Business Union. Dr. Jim Bilker, MSU Ag. charge and open to all in­ Climate A special committee of the Economist, and Chuck terested persons. For ad­ Beier, The Anderson’s- ditional information and a Albion, will discuss their map of the MSU campus, predictions on grain price contact Allen Krizek at the movement and suggest Eaton County Cooperative various marketing alter­ Extension Service 543-2310 or natives for farmers. Jim will 372-5594. be just returning from the STREET DEPARTMENT Municipal Supply........... 25.68 Snow & Son Locksmith. .37.80 Lakeland Asphalt Co. .145.00 Wolpe seeking applicants Crop outlook tobe discussed House and Senate would be created to study Michigan’s business climate, if a resolution introduced last week is approved. The resolution calls for the creation of a 10-member committee that would “investigate precisely why businesses are leaving Michigan.” In addition, the committee would examine the criteria most used by businesses in deciding where to locate and would recommend changes necessary to make Michigan “the most desirable state in which to locate and operate a business.” Michigan’s business climate has been attributed with the loss of numerous businesses and job op­ portunities for years. Previous study groups spent more time denying the problems than correcting them and gave lip service to improving conditions. But unless we deal with the real criteria firms are using in making decisions we can’t adequately address the loss of Michigan business and employment. With General Motors decidign to locate the Saturn plant in Tennessee, Michigan’s leaders need to ask some key questions. It’s time to examine what we offered to attract the auto company and what we could have done better. The news about Saturn should serve as a catalyst to make our state competitive. By examining our shortcomings, Michigan can further improve its business climate and send the signal that our state is a good place to locate. State Would Match Local Funds For County Jail Construction The state would match the money a county spends on jail construction, recon­ struction or renovation under legislation (HB 4957) recently introduced in the Michigan House. Proponents of the plan said it would help alleviate the crisis facing the state corrections system. Attention has been focused Continued on Page 11 NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING ¥¥♦¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥ ¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥¥ We’re There When you Need Us — NOW WE NEED YOU! Vote YES on Proposals 1 and 2 — AUGUST 13th — Paid for by the Committee to Save the Ambulance, 324 N. Main, P.O. Box 502, Nashville, Ml 49073. 852-1780. August 15, 1985, at 7:00 p.m., at the Community Center in Nashville. PURPOSE: Ralph Kirk is requesting a variance in order to place a pole barn on pro­ perty located at 3710 Curtis Road. SHARLOT A. SOURS, Secretary Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 11 Township improves cemeteries The Youth Corp workers were responsible for clearing the fence row and filling in sunken spots in the Stoney Point Warner Cemetery recently. The Hosmer Cemetery on State Road In Castleton Township is expanding, with two acres of township land being developed to enlarge the 132-year-old cemetery. Castleton Township has been busy making im­ provements on the Stoney Point Warner Cemetery and the Hosmer Cemtery, both located on State Road. Castleton Supervisor Justin Cooley said the work at the Stoney Point Warner Cemetery was recently completed, with excess brush cleared away by three youth corp workers and a new fence encompassing the cemetery was installed by Ron Tobias. At the Hosmer Cemetery, the township is currently developing two acres of township land to enlarge the cemetery where many of the first settlers of the township are buried. The work, which began near the first week of July, involves smoothing of the land and grating the driveways. Planting grass will be the final step. Castleton Trustee Nelson Rasey said the first part of the cemetery was established in 1857, and that he thinks every lot is oc­ cupied, with some stones missing. Rasey, whose own great-great grandparents are in the cemetery, noted that William P. Wilkison and Eleanor L. Wilkison, who are both buried at Hosmer, were the first couple to be married in Castleton Township and were some of the first township settlers. ACTION-ADS ■ ■ -CKSkj; ® teiSfeilssd Ht VbiMt w tai Ik iif* JiMiniiaia (>>K oi ar Han ® nit MtBEkli *F!B umnh HUB tatMkt net skxm d-hbjjIIs i a ,<K a#£T-®ni m d wMaW r u » ip?3^ IB MS®M® ifrwfc aiM»’P,! t i » fcspl^,9il i«?» F^bB Castleton Township has made some improvements in the Stoney Point Warner Cemetery, with this new fence installed by Ron Tobias being the main project there. Youth Corp workers provide valuable summertime help Nash reports, continued Working for Castleton have “earned their wages,” township on the cemetery according to Castleton projects are three Youth Township Supervisor Nelson Corp Workers, employed Rasey, who has been taking through the Mid Counties turns with Supervisor Justin Employment and Training Cooley overseeing the ex­ Consortium, Inc. pansion project at Hosmer Brice and Carl Tobias, Jr., Cemetery on East State both of Nashville, and Darryl Road. Walsh, of Hastings, are “We’ve planted myrtle, working to improve the cut firewood and picked up Hosmer Cemetery, by rocks,” said Brice noting helping with the develop­ just some of the work the ment and expansion project. three have contributed to the The three also work at the expansion project. transfer site, doing general Rasey also noted that the maintenance and clean-up. three workers are respon­ Brice and Carl, who have sible for all the clearing and been with the program for fill work done at the Stoney 5*4 weeks, and Darryl, Point Warner Cemetery. working since last week, on the problem in our state’s prison, but we must also deal with the situation facing our county jails. Some of these facilities are overcrowded and others fail to meet state standards. According to the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association, 70 percent of county jails are out of compliance with state standards. It would cost $26.5 million for these facilities to comply, for an average of about $470,000 per jail. Michigan county jails project a need for a 25 percent increase in state jail capacity at a cost of $8.5 million. To meet current standards and expand for future needs is going to require commitment from both the state and the county level. The difficulties facing county jails are severe and 'they must be addressed promptly. Last year, the Michigan Jail Survey said that 63 percent of the counties in Michigan reported plans for the construction or renovation of their jail facilities. These im­ provements are of vital importance to the entire Michigan corrections system and adequate funding from the state and local level is sorely needed. ATTENTION Vermontville Boys! VERMONTVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE FOOTBALL ...will start practice AUGUST 12 at 5:30 for 4th thru 8th grades. Practrice will be Monday, Tuesday and Thurs­ day evenings. For more information call 726-1133. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) These three Youth Corp workers have had a hand in the cemetery improvement projects. They are: (from left) Brice Tobias, Darryl Walsh and Carl Tobias Jr. �Th® Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 12 New football coach picks up Lion grid reins by Steve Vedder The first football practice of the season was over and 28 tired and sweating youngsters were crammed into a classroom in Maple Valley High School. In the front of the room a television set was rehashing the old glory days of Notre Dame football. As everybody who follows college football knows, Notre Dame stands even today as the epitome of spirit, ac­ complishment, and winning — a fact which is riot lost on new Lion head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. The film mirrors the philosophy of Maple Valley and Mittelstaedt. “It’s just something to help the kids get a feel, an energy for footbal, ” exex plained Mittelstaedt after the players had scattered for the day. “Conditioning week can be dull and boring. The kids need other things besides football.” Actually the truth be known, Mittelstaedt said his philosophy will be barely discernable from that of longtime Maple Valley coach Dan Watson, who resigned last December to take a position with Valic Corp. Both believe in combining the work ethic with fun. “I don’t think there will be a lot of changes,” said Mittelstaedt, who has been at Maple Valley 12 years ago. “Dan (Watson) had a good program; it was very successful. A lot of this program will be similar. “I’m in coaching because I enjoy being with youngsters. I want them to have fun and I think it (football) is a wor­ thwhile learning experience for the kids.” Mittelstaedt and success have hardly been strangers over the past 12 seasons. Mittelstaedt, who became head jayvee coach six years ago; compiled an excellent 45-5-1 record with a fistfull of league championships over those years. His sports resume is im­ pressive. Mittelstaedt graduated from Bridgman High School in 1968 after lettering in basketball, baseball and football. Upon graduation from Western Michigan in 1972, he came to Maple Valley as a junior varsity football assistant. He is quick to point out that difference between winning and losing at the junior varsity arid varsity levels is based on a number of factors Sports which coaches cannot always control. Mittelstaedt says attitude changes, in­ juries, maturity, having one or two standout performers on the jayvees, or losing players to varsity as sophomores all contribute to wins and losses at the two levels. Mittelstaedt said junior varsity-age players must be handled differently than varsity players. For example, varsity players should be more mature and thus capable of better ac­ cepting instructions. . One factor, however, that will not change is the amount of work necessary to suc­ cess, said Mittlestaedt. “Any football team has to work hard to get in shape,” he said. “Ifyou don’t do that, you’re in trouble. “I’d rather do a little and do it well rather than trying to do everything.” Mittelstaedt doesn’t an­ ticipate having to work in the Maple Valley Athletic Booster donations due August 28 As in the. past several years, athletes at Maple Valley Jr-Sr High School will be asked to make a donation to the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters to help support the boosters in their effort to sponsor athletics for our Maple Valley Lion named to MSI! football team New Maple Valley football coach, Guenther Mittelstaedt, Monday held hi* first practice as the head Lion mentor. He currently has 28 players working out. Nashville Little League Football • SIGN-UP • Thursday, Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m. FULLER ST. FOOTBALL FIELD 4th through 8th Grades — Boys Accompanied by Parents — Volunteers Needed for Referees Scott Everett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Everett of Vermontville has been in­ vited to join the Michigan State University football team for 1985. All players check in at East Lansing on August 22. The season opens at home with Arizona State. Scott participated on the 1983 Maple Valley S.M.A.A. Championship football team and is an Agricultural Communications Major. Maple Valley cross country practice starting Any students in ninth through 12th grades who are interested in running cross country are asked to report for the season’s opening practice. The team will meet at 8 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 19 on the track at Fuller School. The cross country program will have both a boys and girls team this year. Any questions can be answered by phoning Coach Don Roscoe, (home) 852-9228; (office) 852-9808. students. The amount of the donations are as follows: Seniors and Juniors $35; Sophomores $25; Freshman $20; Jr. High $15. The deadline for donations in football, girls basketball, golf and cross, country is Wednesday, August 28. The donation may be paid in the high school main office. Checks should be payable to the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. shadow of the popular Watson, who coached Maple Valley teams for 15 years. “It’ll be tougher in one sense because Maple Valley has always had good programs and you expect a great deal from such a program. On the other hand, the kids are used to doing well.” However the players perform, Mittelstaedt will still expect plenty from himself. “I have always expected a lot of myself and I still do,” he said. “I don’t like myself to make mistakes. Everybody does, but I have trouble excepting them from myself.” Mittelstaedt said the Southern Michigan Athletic Association at least coaching-wise — will be formidable again with longtime coaches Mike Hume at St. Philip, Dave Hudson at Pennfield and Bob Burcaw of Olivet always coming up with good teams. Such coaches are yet another reason which separates the junior varsity from the varsity level. Still, Mittelstaedt is anxious to begin his tenure as Lion head coach. “It’ll be quite a challenge, it’s somethings I’ve always wanted to try,” he said. “Having coached for so many years, I know the good and the bad points of the job and it’s not all it’s cracked up to be. “But I’m happy to have the job and I’ve always liked it here.” It may not be South Bend, but it is home. Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/built in regulator .. 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Archery results in Division I found Jason Byington, Vermontville; Berry Byington, Vermontville; Jason Troutner, Eaton Rapids finished first, second and third respectively. In Division IV, Jacob Williams of Vermontville was first and David Lingholm, Vermontville finished second. In Division VII, Howard Troutner, Eaton Rapids placed first. In Division VIII Greg Sivyer, Charlotte placed first. In Division XII, Mark Swift, Sunfield; Art Haigh, Charlotte; Tom Werner, Sunfield finished first, second, and third respectively. In BB gun results, Division V, Jason Baker, Ver­ montville finished first; Jacob Williams, Ver­ montville, finished second and Heather Hengsback, Sunfield finished third. In Division VI, Richard Kenyon, Sunfield finished first and Jody Patterson, Eaton Rapids finished Scouts golf outing is Aug. 26 The Annual Boy Scout Golf Outing, special fund raising event, is held each year on behalf of the West Michigan Shores Council, Boy Scouts of America to provide an annual fund for the support of Cub, Scout, and Explorer programs, in 12 counties of Western Michigan. The Days events at Greenridge Country Club will include a sandwich lunch followed by a 1 p.m. Shotgun Tee-Off. Following golf an evening banquet award presention hosted by Rick Berky, Sports Director WOOD Radio. The Boy Scout Golf Outing is open to all golfers regardless of handicap. Entry fee is $135 donation per player, or $225 for player and spouse donation. Anyone wishing to participate may contact the Council headquarters - 363-3828. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner ^^'Nashville. . .517"852"9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime The 1985 Nashville Pee Wee champs are members of the Nashville Hardware team: (front row) Jack Dawson, Matt Mace, Adam Thayer, Dan Finkler, Cory Hamilton, Frank Bryan; (back row) Jeremy Smith, Tony Hansen, Craig Hamilton, Mitch Ainslie, Ben Mudry, and Matt Thayer. They finished the season with a 6 win, 2 loss record. Thanks to Jerry and Sharon Brumm for sponsoring the team. second. Results of sport rifle competition, Division I, Kristie Hangsbach, Ver­ montville, finished first; Billy Brace, Sunfield, finished second, and Brad Boucher, Sunfield in third. Trapshooting results in Division I, Howard Troutner, Eaton Rapids; Kevin Bridges, Sunfield; finished first, second, and third respectively. In Division II, Tom Warner of Sunfield, was first; Art Haigh of Charlotte was second, and Joe Parr of Charlotte in third place. Winners are now elgible to represent Eaton County in the State 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament for the Lower Peninsula on August 21, at the Capital Area Sportsmen Club in Lansing. Special Special thanks thanks to to the the Bellevue Conservation Club for use of their facilities throughout the year-and for hosting the tournament. 1985 Sponsors: Don Galloway, Eaton Rapids; Bob Hyvarinen, Hyvarinen, Ver­ montville; Jim Parish Electric Co, Charlotte; T.G. Shepphard was a hit at Sandyiand Sunday. Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4­ H Club, Vermontville; Cheater’s Waltz”, “Do You After the afternoon con­ Vermontville Jr. Farmer By Tex Reid T.G. Shepphard gave the Want To Go To Heaven”, cert Shepphard and his wife Archery Club of Ver­ people what they came for “Party Time,” “One Owner Donna attended a picnic on montville. Heart” and “I’ll Be Cornin’ the grounds put on by his fan Sunday at Sandyiand Park. Back For More”. club. His fine venditions of his County Humane Society Another high point was many no. 1 hits during his Opening the shows was The Barry County Humane two shows left his fans Shepphard’s rendition of his W.B. and the Western Union Society will pay $500 to duet with Clint Eastwood, from Grand Ledge. Their anyone supplying in­ standing, begging for more. “Make My Day”, with piano songs especially “Ghost Backed by his eight-piece formation of the aban­ donment of an animal which band “Slowburn”, T.G. sang player Doug Houseman Riders In the Sky”, “Tribute results in the conviction of many of the crowd’s filling in perfectly for the to Christ Jesus” and “Good Old Boys from Grand the offense under Michigan favorites during his 20-song missing Clint. first show. A highlight was a T.G; gave the audience a Ledge” were well received law. (eow) medley of nine hits, in­ taste of his new music off his by the crowd. cluding such songs as “Last latest album “Livin On the Coming next to Sandyiand Edge.” He performed Park are the Everly “You’re Mine Tonight” and Brothers for one 4 p.m. show his brand new single on August 18. “Doncha?” which ended the show. T.G. Shepphard serenades audience at Sandyiand PERKED BUILDING SITES 2 LOTS ON THORNAPPLE RIVER near Maple Valley Schools, 300’x500', partial woods with stream. Maple Valley Schools. Serving Our Country FOR SALE: Master Sgt. Michael D. Bruce, son of Pauline C. Bruce of 390 Elm St., Vermontville, has been graduated from the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy at Fort Bliss, Texas. The Sergeants Major Academy is the highest level of the Army Army’’ss noncommissioned officer (NCO) education system. The 22­ week course prepares selected NCO’s for positions of greater responsibility. Students receive in­ struction on such topics as small group com­ munications, the Army’s 3 bedroom ranch with finished base­ ment, 3% acres on channel to Tupper Lake. $60,000 Call Jim VanBuren at 566-8469. LEASE/OPTION Remodeled farmhouse on 2'/> acres, between Mulliken and Sunfield, Lakewood Schools 20 minutes from Lansing. $1,500 down, $400 mo. Call Judy Knapp 566-8584. LEASE/OPTION Nashville, 4 bedroom older home in town. Price $24,500. Call Judy or Jim. Dar Benjamin & Assoc. — REAL ESTATE — Phone 517/566-8015 Michael D. Bruce enlisted personnel management system, resource management and U.S. foreign policy. Selection for attendance at the academy is made by a Department of the Army board from among NCOS with fewer than 23 years of service who' have demon­ strated the highest stan­ dards of performance and job proficiency. Bruce will now serve in Warren, Mich. His wife, Sharon, is the daughter of Leo and Melba Przeslawski of Presque Isle. He is a 1973 graduate of Charlotte High School. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 — Page 14 Eaton youth attends camp Thirty-two Eaton County youth, 9-12 years old, at­ tended camp at the 4-H Kettunen Center, State 4-H Leadership Training Center, Tustin, Michigan, August 7­ 10. Joining them were youth from Hillsdale, Manistee, Kent, Lenawee, and Mont­ morency counties. Activities included swimming, canoeing, nature activities, orienteering, crafts, fishing, volleyball, A CT ION-ADS GARAGE SALE: Wed., August 14 thru Sat., August 17,9 to 5 Vfe mile south of M-50 on Shaytown, Loa Kinyon. GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (8-13). T V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-605-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (10-1) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) and team sports. Sponsors of the event were the Eaton County 4-H and Eaton County 4-H and Eaton County Parks and Recreation. Paricipants were: Brice Hasselback, Michael Martin, Daniel Martin, Nancy Hengesback, Heather Hengesback, Kristine Hengesback, Russell Fruchey, all of Vermontville; Eric Hill, Dawn Stabenow, Melissa Gillen, all of Charlotte; Stacy Peter­ son, Justin Sivyer, Shawnda Lott, Autumn Mead, Amber Mead, Marty Hollern, LeRoy Engle, Ruby Engle, Dusty Roll, Donald Roll, Donald Roll, all of Mulliken; Michelle Reitz, Rick Car­ nahan, Rob Carnahan, Andrew Hector, Keith Krawczyk, Christina Houghton, Craig Heintzelman, all of Eaton Rapids;; Chris Knapp, Elizabeth Knapp, Becca Wilford, Kristin Ray, all of Sunfield, Dawn Stabenow and Melissa Gillen both of Charlotte. Counseling the trip were Rosetta McCarrick, Eaton Rapids, -Scott Gilding and Dana Wood, both of Charlotte; Amy Laverty, Vermontville; Doug Shinaver, Eaton County Parks and Recreation; and Veverly Barrett, Eaton County 4-H Program Assistant. <MAPLE VALLEYS / v^Real Estate \ lA* 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 PRICED TO SELL - $15,000! In Nashville 1 block from business district, 2 story, 3 bedroom home, nice shady lot, possible 2 unit. Immediate possession! (N-126) Local 4-Hers to attend Livestock Expo Several Eaton County 4-H members will travel to Michigan State University to compete in the 1985 Michigan 4-H Livestock Expo August 19-22.Participating in this year’s event are Geoff Clarke and John Clarke from Eaton Rapids; Aaron Day and Sheri Day from Olivet; Kelly Bosworth,Lorin Lewis, Missy Bosworth, Greta Stough, and Jodi Hansen, all of -Charlotte; and Troy Thompson, Tai Gearhart, Shaun Thompson and Kim Thompson, all from the Vermontville area. Expo events include beef cattle, sheep and swine showmanship and market classes, and several livestock judging and production management events. Youth may also compete in public speaking, livestock photography and demonstration contests. “The objective of the Livestock Expo is to en­ courage 4-H members to broaden their skills and expertise in livestock and related fields,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. “Young competitors don’t even have to own an animal-all they need is an interest in livestock.” College scholarships, trips and ribbons will be awarded to Expo winners. The two top Volunteers sought for adolescent parenting training By Mona J. Ellard, Ex­ tension Home Economist There are no cookbook solutions to the problems of parenting. Healthy adolescents will occasionally misbehave despite the best efforts of any parents. If you work with adolescents on a regular basis or live with one 24-hours a day, and feel a need to update your skills in relating to them, this V.I.P. program is for you. The V.I.P. training program sponsored by the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, will be held Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon for six weeks; September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, and 24. The sessions will be conducted by Mona J. Ellard, Extension home economist, at the Eaton Cooperative Ex­ tension Office 126 N. Bost­ wick St., in Charlotte. The sessions include value clarifications, rights and responsibilities of adolescents and parents, developmental changes of adolescent children, discipline and building strong family relationships. Volunteers, once trained, will be asked to donate 20­ hours of public service in parenting education during the next year. The cost of the program is $20. The $10 registration fee will be refunded when the volunteer time is completed. For more information, contact Mona Ellard, 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, MI 48813 or call 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Obituaries scorers in the Trifecta will hay bale tossing and hog also receive scholarships. driving. The 4-H Livestock Expo is The Trifecta is a competition which requires participation free and open to public. It’s in at least two of three main just one of several livestockcategories; showman ship, related events held during judging and evaluation, arid Animal Science Week, at communications, Thelen MSU. For more information, explains. Other events include the contact the Eaton County Livestock Quiz Bowl and Ag Cooperative Extension Olmpics, in which teams Service office, or call 543­ compete in such events as 2310 or 372-5594. Public invited to MSU gardens An outstanding selection of bird and mammal damage in begonias, petunias, im- the landscape, and the patiens, geraniums,, Cooperative Extension marigolds and other Service’s Master Gardener flowering annuals will be program. Visitors will also among the highlights of the be able to access com­ annual open house at the puterized information on Michigan University shrubs, house plants and horiculture gardens August garden flowers. The open house runs from 18. The gardens, located east noon to 5 p.m., rain or shine. of the Horticulture Building There is no charge and on the north side of the parking is available. campus, is the site of an official All-American Selections flower trial Fair plans 'thank garden, one of 33 in the United States and Canada. In you’ picnic Aug. IS this, the trial garden’s eighth year, there are 35 AAS en­ All interested persons are tries and more than 850 varieties of flowering annual invited to attend the Eaton and perennial plants being County 4-H Fair “Thank Picnic on Sunday, tested under Michigan You growing conditions. The August 18 at 1 p.m. at the 4-H garden at MSU is rated one Building on the fairgrounds of the top trial gardens in the in Charlotte. The picnic is hosted by the world. Visitors to the garden open fairboard in appreciation of house can bring in plants for the assistance and support of identification and disease the many volunteers and 4-H and insect problems for members, . parents and diagnosis. Local and area leaders. Please bring a dish to pass Extension agents and specialists from several and your own table service. MSU departments will be on Beverages will be provided. hand to answer questions Following the potluck, about flower and vegetable everyone interested willl gardening, lawns, trees and have the opportunity to softball shrubs, house plants, plant participate in disease and insect control, games. VERMONTVILLE TWO STORY: Three bedroom home on large lot, house newly painted 8 in­ sulated, barn 24x16, mature shade. Priced sell at $25,900. (V-127) INVESTMENT PROPERTY or 10 room family home NOW $30,000. Could be 2 units, in good condition, in Vermont­ ville on extra large lot, quiet neighborhood. (V-122) PRICE NOW $45,000!! “Country Home” on 1 '/> acres, near Nashville, 7 room brick, l'/i baths, energy efficient furnace, nice kitchen & dining area with beamed ceiling. Contract terms. Trade consid­ ered for down payment. (N-101) — FARMS — 130 ACRE DAIRY FARM north­ west at Charlotte, nice 10 room brick house, 45x55 barn plus 40x60 attached pole building, 80 tillable acres, 40 pasture, some wooded (the milking equipment may be purchased) 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM was Grade A 1983. Price located west of Nashville. (130 $120,000. (F-125) acres tillable, most seeded to alfalfa), 15 acres wooded, 10 acres mature pines and 45 acres pasture: Farm is all fenced, nice 4 bedroom "coun­ try hometool shed, newer pole building (machinery stor­ age) and several other barns. Listed at $150,000. Possible to split. (F-123) — NEW LISTINGS — VACANT LAND PARCELS 36 ACRES - RIVER PROPERTY - Woods, hills, 15 acres tillable, bounded by Thornapple River. Price: $25,000 with $5,000 down, 11 % interest & 5 yr. balloon. (VLF-125) SECLUDED 40 ACRES - 20 tillable, pond site & ’’wooded hills". Price: $25,000 with $5,000 down, balloon.. 11% interest & 5 yr. (VLF2-125) HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also so Associate ssocae Broker ro er for or Century enury 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan Elva M. Goodson NASHVILLE - Mrs. Elva M. Goodson, 91, of 116 Phillips St., Nashville died Thursday, Aug. 1, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Goodson was born Oct. 10,1893 at Ft. Recovery, Ohio, the daughter of Wesley and Alice (Barger) Gagle. She was raised in Ohio and attended schools there. She married Leland Goodson on Sept. 21, 1914. They came to the Nashville area in 1926 and farmed south of Nash­ ville for many years. She has lived in the Nashville area since the early 1950’s. She was a member of the Nashville V.F.W. Auxiliary and a Gold Star Mother. Surviving are four daughters: Mrs. Gaylord (Lucille) Gray, Mrs. Maurice (Helen) Belson, both of Nashville, Mrs. Paul (Maurice) Guy of Grand Rapids, Mrs. Ruby Peyton of Saginaw; a son, Melvin Goodson of Hastings; 14 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; one great, great grandchild; a brother, Ray Gagle of Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leland in July, 1948; a daughter, Wilma Goodson in 1924, two sons, Marvin in 1944 and Thomas in 1983, four brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held 1:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5 at Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes with Rev. Lester .DeGroot officiating. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Baptist Church or Putnam Library. Evelyn Jean Lustey HASTINGS - Mrs. Evelyn Jean Lustey, 56, of 2480 Campground Rd.,'Hastings, died Monday, Aug. 5,1985 at Pennock Hospital. Funeral services were held at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8 at the Wren Funeral Home. Rev. Jack Bartholomew officiated with burial in the Fuller Cemetery. Memorial “con­ tributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice. Mrs. Lustey was born in Alma on May 15, 1929, the daughter of Lloyd and Lydia (Olds) Allbee. She was raised in the Alma area attending schools there. She was married to August Lustey on March 11, 1950. She had lived all her married life in the Hastings area. She was employed for ten years at the Barry County Medical Facility in the laundry department until ill health forced her retirement in September 1982. She at­ tended the Hope United Methodist Church. Mrs. Lustey is survived by her husband, August; four daughters, Mrs. George (Ruth) Hokanson of Woodland, Mrs. Russell (Rosezella) Lake and Mrs. Lawrence (Linda) Roscoe both of Hastings, Mrs. Harry (Mary Ann) Mead Jr. of Nashville; four sons, August, Albert and Michael all of Hastings, Andrew of Nash­ ville; nine grandchildren; one sister, Miss June Albee of Mt. Pleasant; and one brother Frank Albee of Stanton. She was preceded in death by two sons, Joseph in 1956 and Percy in 1962, one brother and two sisters. HELP WANTED Elias Brothers Restaurant is now hiring in all areas of operation for its Charlotte Big Boy. Experience desirable but not a require­ ment. You must be 18 years or older. We offer competitive starting wages and an outstanding benefit package. Apply in person at... CHARLOTTE BIG BOY 530 Lansing St. (next to Davis Pontiac) Equal Opportunity Employer M/F EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE:.. RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible numns) — GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <S THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 13, 1985 Nashville celebrates National 'Smile ' Week All you have to do to celebrate National Smile Week is to put on a happy face like Carrie, 4, and Travis, 5, Hardin of Nashville did last week to keep in tune with the nationally celebrated smile week theme. Becky Corkwell, age 10, had no problem smiling for this photo since it was taken on her birthday. ■ iSSl kuuert rt *E Sfee ? J'Wti hesit^ * k ■jgrifyE iitf Adam Winegar, 3, likes to show his dimples. Missay Ball, 4, is just a naturally happy person. �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville. Tuesday, Augutt 13, 1985 — Page 1* SPARTAN i. ujirrq 1 Sliced Bacon I LB. PKG. FRESH HOMELESS HOMELESS Ground Beef from Chuck Ranch Steak Chuck Roasts $129 LB. BONELESS Chuck Steaks LB. KRAFT 7*/i OZ. NET WT. Mac & Cheese Dinner BROOKS Hot or Red Chili Beans OVENFRESH Lumberjack Split Top Bread 15% OZ.NETWT. 15 OZ. NET WT. Cheerios Cereal 12 OZ. 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Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-08-20.pdf b44790d709d0b4c812da764444c921fa PDF Text Text BULK RAI 6 Hastings Htis Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Stings. MI 49058 PAID U.S. POSTAGE Hastings, Michigan 49058 O£RMIT NO. ? Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 6- — Tuesday, August 20, 1985 Athletes, cheerleaders must have *C average The Maple Valley Board of Education voted Monday to approve a new athletic policy, requiring athletes and cheerleaders to main­ tain a “C” average in school in order to remain active in school sporting events. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Athletic Director Larry Lenz first proposed the policy to Principal Burr Hartenburg last Spring, because he felt “we needed to upgrade our requirements,” he said. The policy states that students particpating in sports, including cheerleaders, must have a 2.0 grade pdint average at the end of each six weeks marking period in order to be eligible to participate in athletic contests. Also included in the new policy is weekly eligibility, meaning students must pass five of six, four of five, or four offour classes to remain eligible on a weekly basis. Continuing, the policy states that at the end of each six weeks marking period the athletes-cheerleaders must maintain a 2.0 or “C” average and that those athletes-cheerleaders that do not maintain a 2.0 Everly Bros please crowd by Tex Reid “It couldn’t have been better,” summed up one fan as she left Sunday’s Everly Brothers concert at Sandyland Park. Certainly one would have been hard pressed to have improved upon their fine performance before an appreciate crowd. Over the course of the 21 song concert Don and Phil played all of their big hits that brought back special memories to those in at- Phil Everly, shown dur­ ing his performance. tendance. “Claudette,” “Crying In The Rain,” “When Will I Be Loved,” “Bird Dog,” “Bye Bye Love,” All I Have to Do Is Dream, “Til I Kissed Her,” “Cathy’s Clown,” “Wake Up Little Susie” and “Let It Be Me” all were greeted by enthuastic applause from the first notes of the the songs. songs. the afternoon off to a nice start with smooth original songs including “Just Once (In A-Very Blue Moon)” which appears on Dolly Parton’s latest album. Closing out the Sandyland season will be an afternoon of gospel music on Aug. 25 with the Wasepi Bluegrass Gospel Singers, Herb Singers, Hosea Humphrey, Vocally, the brothers were Roberts, anod. Cerasth,y Voessesaecchuima.p Trheey 2, in fine shape with excellent renditions of their hits p.m. concert has no ticket price although a free will throughout the sunny af-offering will be received.' ternoon concert. Their backup band was also top flight. Albert Lee on lead guitar and Pete Wingfield on keyboards especially kept the baking music on par with the vocals. Introducing their recent single “On the Wings of a Nightengale”, Don stated, “it was written by a young fellow, we think will go far Paul McCartney,” The Everly Brothers also performed Little Richard’s “Lucille,” Mickey and Sylvia’s “Love Is Strange” and their encore, Gene Vincent’s “Be Bop A Lula”. Opening for Don and Phil was their friend Pat Aldger who they met four years ago Nashville, Tenn. He got Don Everly belts out a song The Everly Brothers of "Bye, Bye Love" fame were greeted by enthusiastic applause at Sandyland Sunday. (Maple Valley News photos by Joe Cipcic) average will not be allowed to participate in any athletic contest the first three weeks of the following marking period. Eligibility is then based upon weekly eligibility, it says. Also, during the period of ineligibility the athlete­ cheerleader may practice with the team he-she is currently a member of; travel to away contests with the team he-she is currently a member ofa nd try out for a team if the ineligibility occurs between seasons. During the period of ineligibility, states the newly adopted policy, the athlete­ cheerleader may not par­ ticipate in any athletic contest or be in uniform during a contest in which the team he-she is currently a member of is participating. After discussing the policy with Hartenburg, Lenz then went before the athletic council which consisted of Wayne Cogswell, Paula Cole, David Hawkins, Hartenburg, Lenz and Athletic Boosters President Jim Bryans, before presenting the proposal to the Maple Valley Board of Education. With board members David Hawkins, Paula Cole, Dale Ossenheimer and Gene Baker voting in favor and LeRoy Sleeper and Ron Tobias voting against it, the policy passed, 4-2. Lenz said he is pleased with the board’s decision and that the new policy probably won’t affect a large number of students. Lenz said that last year, he had conducted a preliminary study of athletes to reveal how such a requirements would affect them. He found that had the policy been in effect at that time, sonwlyoulfdouhraveof be1e0n0 students would have been affected, and that each team operating at that time averaged grade point averages of 2.8, 2.9 and 3.2. Noting that such policies have recently been installed in Grand Rapids, Lansing, Detroit and Bellevue, Lenz said that “it seems to be somewhat of a trend around the state.” In the past, students at Maple Valley had to maintain weekly requirements, by passing three of four classes or five of six to be eligible to play the following semester. Lenz noted the state upped its requirements to say that athletes must pass four of four classes rather than three of four. “We felt we needed something a little above that, to upgrade it a little more than that,” Lenz said. With school starting August 27 and some fall sports already practicing, the board agreed that all athletes will start out the year with a clean slate, and that last semester’s grades will not affect this year’s eligibility. Castleton voters OK ambulance levy Castleton Township voters approved a half-mill ambulance request in the a special state senate election held Tuesday. Two proposals on the ballot were requested of the Castleton voters for the Castleton-Maple Grove Ambulance service vehicle and equipment . ghosts. Proposal one' y?as a one- quarter mill renewal and proposal two was a onequarter mill tax increase. The first proposal passed 150-42 and proposal two was approved by approved by voters voters 168-45. 168-45. School board approves an increase in lunch prices School lunches at Maple Valley will cost students an additional 10-cents this school year, as a result of voting by the board of education last week. The board agreed to raise the lunch prices, in view of a financial loss in 1984-85, of $4,873.33, due in part to a decrease in school lunch participation, and to an increase in cost for the food supplies. Superintendent Carroll Wolff noted that the number of students buying school lunches is down from recent years possibly because of the noon-time Hostess program implemented two years ago that earns funds for student council projects by selling refreshments to the students. For elementary students, the previous 75-cent lunch will now go up to 85-cents, with the milk price remaining the same at 15­ cents. Students at the junior­ senior high school will how pay 90-cents for their noon meal and adults are ex­ pected to pay $1.40 when buying school lunches. Milk for adults is the same Continued on Page 14 School officially opens in the Maple Valley system August 27, and students prepared Monday by signing up for classes and getting locker assignments. Here, Assistant Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School Principal Larry Lenz checks the schedules of Sally Miller, right and Renee Sears, second from right. HASTINGS PUBUC'UBRARY AG 21*95 ’21 S. CHURCH STREET tings, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985 — Page 2 AAA develops school bus program to prevent death s To reduce accidents and fatalities involving school buses, AAA Michigan is holding a series of statewide traffic safety education programs as part of its 1985 “School’s Open -- Drive Carefully” campaign. “Most deaths and injuries involving school buses occur after students leave the bus and are struck by a passing vehicle or by the bus,” stated Robert Cullen, AAA Michigan Safety and Traffic manager. “The major reasons for the mishaps are carelessness by the student or bus driver or the failure of passing motorists to halt for red flashing lights when the bus is stopped.” There were seven fatalities involving school buses during the 1984-85 school year compared to eight the previous year and an average of six over the last eight years. There were 1,448 school bus accidents in 1983-84. No figures are available for the 1984-85 school year. “In Michigan, 11,000 school buses transport some 985,000 students each school day,” he said. “The purpose of our program is to show motorists the correct procedures to follow and to show both parents and school-aged children how to enter and exit the bus and cross the street safely.” The school. bus safety program is co-sponsored by AAA Michigan and the Michigan Association For Pupil Transportation and will be held at elementary schools throughout the state. Cullen pointed out that Michigan law requires motorists in both directions to halt at least 10 feet from a stopped bus displaying alternating flashing lights as it loads or unloads students Maple Valley SCHOOL REPORT by Superintendent: Carroll J. Wolff Maple Valley Schools will open Tuesday, Aug. 27. The 1985-86 school year for all students enrolled in grades K-12 in the Maple Valley Schools is scheduled to begin Tuesday, Aug. 27. School will be in session a full day on Aug. 27. The Jr.Sr. High School students will begin classes at 8:20 a.m. and students will be dismissed at 2:30 p.m. Elementary students will begin classes at 8:10 a.m. and be dismissed at 2:50 p.m., and the students walking to school will be dismissed at 2:35 p.m. The morning kindergarten in­ structional program will begin at 8:10 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. and afternoon kin­ dergarten students will begin at 11:50 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. with dismissal at 2:50 p.m. The hot lunch program at Maple Valley will begin Tuesday, Aug. 27. The price of lunches this year is as follows: Elementary students 85 cents; Jr.-Sr. High school students 90 cents; Reduced price lun­ ches - students 40 cents; Adults $1.40; Milk alone students 15 cents, adults 25 cents. Application forms for free and reduced price meals are available in all buildings. Students new to the Maple Valley Schools should register with the building principal prior to the opening of school. Registration hours are 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. and from 1 until 3 p.m. Bus routes will mainly be the same as last school year. If you have any questions regarding transporation, you should call Gerald Aldich at the bus garage 852-9421. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet .and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner 517-852-9650 ^Nashville... Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime and not to proce until those lights stop flas g. “The school bus stop law has not adopted in all communities, but motorists should slow down and use caution whenever students are loading and unloading even if lights on the bus are not flashing,” said Cullen. Youngsters should be cautioned that cars do not always stop for the buses’ flashing red light and they should check traffic carefully before crossing the street. Youngsters should be advised by parents to cross at least six feet in front of the bus and never walk behind the bus or near the wheels so they can be seen by the bus driver at all times. Other safety tips for students to follow include: Wait for the bus in a safe place and atvay from the roadway; follow the in­ structions of the school bus driver, and never retrieve anything near the bus wheels until first alerting the bus driver. AAA Michigan also will provide safety belts, badges and training booklets to 1,700 Michigan schools. Free “School’s OpenDrive Carefully” bumper stickers are available at AAA’s 54 full-service offices statewide. Volunteers sought for special riding program The Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association is in need of volunteers to assist handicapped students in the horseback riding program. Riding instruction is provided from 8:30 a.m. through 2:15 p.m. each Friday beginning Sept. 13 on through Nov. 15. The riding arena is located at the Eaton Intermediate School District building site at 1790 East Packard Highway, Charlotte. Volunteers need no prior experience, only time, their effort and love. All volun­ teers will receive training and orientation during a oneday workshop scheduled for Sept. 13, Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. A staffed day-care center will be provided free for charge for those with pre­ schoolers. To volunteer or for more information, please call Sherry 543-7898; Jan Tirrell 543-6278; Jessie Bridges 566­ 8796; Maggie after 5 p.m. 663-3138. How can one farm policy cover more risks and cost less? No problem. Auto-Owners Farm-Pak Policy will cover all your acreage and its risks in one neat policy. Not only is it simpler, it’s less expensive. So you’ll feel better knowing your biggest investments are protected, and a little wiser for spending less money doing it. Ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent about the Farm-Pak Policy. You and your farm will both be better for it. ^futo-Owners insurance No Pro6fomfhopty, • Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville To cut down on traffic mishaps involving school buses, AAA Michigan advises motorists and student pedestrians to follow certain safeguards. Michigan law requires motorists in both directions to halt 10 feet on either side of a stopped school bus displaying flashing red lights. Students should always cross at least six feet in front of the bus in clear view of the bus driver and be alert for all traffic. Seven persons died in accidents involving school buses during the 1984-85 school year. AAA and the Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation are co-sponsoring a series of statewide traffic safety education programs on school bus safety. COA Menu and Upcoming Events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Extension Homemakers planning picnic Tuesday At 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27, the Eaton County Extension Homemakers will be picnicing at the Pot­ terville City Park on Pot­ terville. The park is located on the corner of High Street and M­ 100, behind the Los Robles restaurant. With a mem­ bership of over 200 strong from all over Eaton County, this picnic will provide time to reestablish friendships and make new ones. A short business meeting will include discussions on the Greek Extravaganza, lesson day assignments and committee appointments. The picnic is potluck and members are encouraged to bring a dish to pass, their own table service and table covering. Beverages will be furnished. For further in­ formation call June Covell at 543-0838. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (10-1) BLUEBERRIES: Good picking through Labor Day, 8 a.m. til noon, 5 p.m. til dark, Monday thru Satur­ day. Roy Hall, 945-2189. (8­ 27) Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. All sites are barrier free. August 21 Beef Stew, cheese sticks, coleslaw, corn muffin, fresh fruit-Hast., Sing along with Fern. August 22 Spaghetti, asparagus, tossed salad with dressing, oatmeal cookieHast. and Nashville, BingoDelton, Mary Palkowski, Nutrition Program Coor­ dinator. August 23 Pork chop, mashed potatoes and gravy, beets, cinnamon applesauce. August 26 - Chopped beef with green pepper, rice, oriental blend vegetables, fruit mix, baked apple-Hast. and Delton, Crafts-Hast., Mary Palkowski, Nutrition Program Coord. August 27 - Baked ham, sweet potatoes, zucchini, ambrosia-Hast., Sing along with Fern-All Sites, Bir­ thday parties. Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Bedford Auction FOOD SALE Saturday, Aug. 24 — 8:00 P.M. — Seafood, meats, vegetables, many other kinds of food. Bring coolers. Bedford Auction M-37, BEDFORD Sale every Friday night at 7 p.m. Phone — 968-5178 <1_PRECISION Student HAIR CUTS new you ... in school this fall with a smart new hair style. Come in today for a real fashion lift. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Z 157 S. Main, Vermontville Shop 726-0330 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985__Page 3 Unique, log home built in Vermontville recently Mike Watson is nearing completion of a log house he is building on Nashville Highway and Ionia Road. lord Audit DDSAU rday,Aug,J kOORM.neats, vegetables n: s of food. Bring cocfe ord Au* 137.BEDFORD I-96HW rfcWN'W'W Nearby residents of Vermontville and Nashville going about their daily hustle and bustle may have recently noticed an out-ofthe-ordinary sight emerging quietly on the corner of Nashville Highway and Ionia Road. Log Cabins are not as common as they used to be, but Mike Watson, owner of Mid Michigan Timber in Charlotte, doesn’t mind being different. That’s why he’s building a log structure for his future home. “This isn’t the way log cabins are ordinarily built,” he said, noting that much of the design is his own creation. Finding that commercial log house kits that include the design and materials for building such a home cost nearly $12,000, Watson decided to go about it his own way, spending only one tenth of what the kit would be. Using large pine logs to assemble the structure, Watson, himself, stripped, built and finished them to his own preference. Although the home will have somewhat of a rustic exterior, he says the inside will be everything but primitive. Charlotte businessman Mike Watson is building this log house for himself near Vermontville. You really have to be well infomred on how to prepare youir material... 99 “It will have carpet and wall paper,” he notes, but “I plan to put a hand water pump in the kitchen for looks.” Growing up in Charlotte, Watson has owned Mid Michigan Timber since 1978, where he cuts firewood to sell and promotes forestry. Watson, who owns 120 acres near Vermontville where he is constructing his new home, said that since he had the materials and the land, “it would have been foolish not to build it.” Watson notes that certain measures must be taken when building such a log home, such as selecting the right type of wood that can withstand all types of weather conditions, and preparing it properly to help it last for years. Barry-Eaton Health Dept, announces immunization clinic Immunization Action Month is in progress. Health departments all over the state are reminding residents to “protect, Im­ munize,” and to remember that “shots are for everyone.” “Everyone” means not only children entering school, blit college students, — WANTED — Pre-Schoolers to Babysit ...IN MY HOME Lots of love and care, Monday-Friday Mary Lehman 726-0427 — ANYTIME — parents and grandparents. Edwin R. Larkin, M.D. M.P.H., Health Officer­ Medical Director of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, urges citizens 60 and older, and those with chronic diseases, to call their doctors or the health department to arrange for flu shots, and for all college­ bound students to be sure they are up-to-date especially with measles and rubella immunizations. “Our little children en­ tering school are required by Michigan law to have protection from measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough and polio,” said Dr. Larkin. “Check with your doctor or the health department if you’re not sure about your child’s needed shots.” Continued on page 7 We are pleased to announce the opening of a ... Gastroenterology Clinic Dr. David Wiedemer M.D. BOARD CERTIFIED GASTROENTEROLOGIST Dr. Richard Martens, M.D. BOARD ELIGIBLE GASTROENTEROLOGIST Clinic Hours: Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to Noon Location: HGB Specialty Clinics • Medical Bldg. 210 N Oliver St, Charlotte ocated directly behind HGB Hospital Appointments: Call 543-1050 Ext. 404 or 402 eferral Not Necessary "Bringing a New Health Care Service to Eaton County" HAYES GREEN BEACH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL “You have to peel off the bark down to the core,” Watson noted. He also added that putting a couple of finishes on the wood will keep it from rotting in certain types of weather. “You really have to be well informed on how to prepare your material,” he said. When the rustic structure is completed and Watson has finished the interior decorating, he plans to move in and enjoy the fruits of his labor. Nashville VFW8260 * DANCE ★­ Saturday, August 24,1985 COUNTRY VARIETY MUSIC BY ... David Harrison & The Particulars 9:30 P.M. to 1:30 A.M. Members and Guests • Food in the Kitchen �The Mople Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas Visit to Barry County Fair sideshow recalled (Note: The following is the fourth of a five-part series of boyhood recollections written by former local resident Guy W. Howell of Tucson, Arizona. The story covers his growing-up years in Nashville during the 1920­ 30s, and is the fifth such offering by Howell. His earlier remininscences appeared in 1983 and 1984. The son of the late Florence and Ranson Howell, the author moved to Nashville in 1918 at age four and remained here more than 20 years. After a 40-year ab­ sence he made his first return trip to Nashville in 1983. We are indebted to him for the following account and for all of his earlier con­ tributions to this column.) Memories Of Nashville By Guy W. Howell Part IV One time when Lloyd Miller and I went to the Barry County Fair at Hastings, we saw a sideshow One of Guy’s young Nashville pais was Kenneth Cross, seen here with his aunt Mildred Purchis Mater in a 1920s photo. It was at the home of Kenneth's parents, Elmer and Fern Cross, that Guy listened to the Grand Ole Opry radio show with an ear to enhancing his guitar-playing. In the spring of the year, recalls Guy, Otto Lass was kept busy breaking up ice floes in the flooded Thornapple River to prevent damage to the dam or mill race. Otto, proprietor of the grist mill on North Main in Nashville, took over the operation after the death of his father, Louis, in 1924. This photo was taken the following year in the yard of the Lass home near Putnam Park. on the midway featuring a headless girl. There was a girl in a box and it looked like she had no head. I managed to get around behind the box and found that it was done by mirrors. The man that ran the show saw me and hollered for me to get out. He said there wasn’t anything to see back there. There was a- side show at a Harvest Festival in Nash­ ville that was interesting. It was a South Sea Islander who had been a pearl diver. His lungs had collapsed when he was on the bottom and he died. He had lain there for a long time, as there was a piece of coral that had started to grow on his chest. He had turned into stone. When I lived on Reed St. a rotary snow plow went by our place one winter. I had just gotten our walkway shoveled out when that thing went by. It threw snow dear up onto our roof and filled in the walks. They used to send a rotary plow along the railroad back of us. The snow would fly around so much you could hardly see the engine. I used to be friends with Kenneth Cross, who lived two blocks south of us. I would go up to his house Saturday nights and listen to the Grand Ole Opry from WSM in Nashville, Tennesee. I was learning the guitar in those days, and when they would play a piece of music that I wanted to learn, I would whistle it all the way home, and then play it over and over several times on my guitar. I learned “Under the Double Eagle March” and the “Beer Barrel Polka” that way, among others. In the spring of the year the Thornapple River, which ran through Nashville, would flood. Otto Lass, who ran the flour mill, would be really busy. He had to break up the ice floes before they could hit the dam and damage it, also floes that might damage the mill where the water came in to turn the mill Wheel; I went to an air show at the Battle Creek airport one summer. They had parachute jumping. The target was a circle, and the men had to see how close they could come to landing in it. They also had what they called a Pony Express Race. There wew four or five planes in the race. The pilots had to start their planes, take off and circle a wooded area, return to the starting point, land, kill their engines, get out and run to headquarters, leave a rolled up piece of paper, get another, go back to their plane, start it, take off and do the procedure over again. One of the pilots seemed to be hounded with bad luck. I think he was flying a Waco Guy Howell's memories of Nashville include his part-time work at Gibson s variety store, which his mother managed in the late 1920s. The 14-year-old lad soon llost his taste for sweets after a week of indulging himself at the candy case at the invitation of the store owner. This southward view of Main Street dates back nearly 50 years. aircraft. It was acting up all the time. He finally got it started and flew around the course, but the others were way ahead of him, so he decided to clown it. He overshot the spot to land, rolled to a stop, jumped out and started for headquar­ ters. He tripped, did a complete somersault, got up and started running. He got his roll of paper and started for his plane again, tripping twice on the way back. His mechanic whirled the propeller and had an awful time getting the engine started. It finally got going and he took off again, flying around the course. I think the race was 10-laps. He made four. Then came the balloon­ busting contest. One pilot would take off, and while he was doing that, they released two ballons. The pilot had to find them and break them with his propeller. There was a certain prescribed time in which to do it. One pilot went up who should have won. It happened like this: He saw one balloon, climbed and broke it. Then he continued in a loop. He had almost finished the loop when he broke the second balloon, but he didn’t see it. So he spent the rest of the prescribed time looking for it. When he landed and they told him he had broken the second balloon on the last leg of his loop he was disappointed that he hadn’t seen it. Lew Lentz had a pretty ample figure and he had quite a time getting into an ordinary auto. He was president of the Lenzt Table Factory. He didn’t drive’, so when he wanted to go somewhere from the factory he would usually get my brother, Frank, to take him in his car. Frank’s car was a two-door and the doors were wider, easier to get in and out of. Lew wanted to go somewhere one day when there had just been a deluge of rain. He and Frank went out to the car, and it wouldn’t start. It was wet, and had flooded out. “Sit still,’’ Frank said to Lew. “I’ll fix it.” He went into the factory and got a container of naphtha, which he doused over the engine. He got in and the car started fine. “What did you use on it?” Lew asked. “I got a can of naphtha and threw it over the engine,” Frank replied. Lew was horrified. “Heavens, man,” he cried, “What if there had been a short that caused a spark? We’d be in a fiery furnace now!” “Oh, there weren’t any shorts,” Frank said. But all the same it was a dangerous trick, and I don’t advise anyone to try it. We used to make pea shooters when I was young. We took a section of bamboo and cut the joint off one end. About two-inches from the end that still has the joint, we cut a hole about two inches long and just about the width of the bamboo, which should be about three-quarters of an inch in diameter. A little notch is cut in the bottom of the hole about three-fourths of an inch back of the front end of the hole. One of the metal stays from a woman’s corset is used to propel the pea, or other round object. The corset stay is slipped back into the cut hole back against the joint of the bamboo. The front end is drawn back so that the end slips into the notch in the bottom of the hole. A pea, or other round object, is placed against the metal stay and the back encl is pushed down with the thumb raising the stay out of the notch. The projectile is sent out with quite a bit of force. Another weapon is the paper blow gun. I say “weapon” but it really isn’t dangerous. We would take a piece of bamboo - one joint, as long as we could get it. Take both ends out smooth. Then take a piece pf wood and whittle a plunger that would fit the hole in the bamboo We would then chew up paper, getting it quite wet. Then take a wad of it, put it in the back end of the bamboo and, with the plunger, push it almost to the front end. We would then chew up another wad of paper and push it just into the back end of the bamboo, making sure it was tight. Then hit the back end of the plunger. The front wad would go out with a bang, leaving the back wad in place at the front. We had a lot of fun with them, and actually became quite ac­ curate in aiming them. We also had a lot of fun with home-made boats in the little streams in the spring of the year. We would take a flat piece of wood just a few inches long, and with a knife drill a hole in the middle, into which we would insert a match stem vertically. Then we’d slip a piece of paper over the match stick to form a sail, and then start them downstream. They would hang up on various things, and finally break loose, going on down to catch again. We were shouting and urging our boats on: The rule was that we couldn’t touch them with anything after they were in the water. It was fun. It’s almost as much fun now, just remembering it. There was an old mill somewhere near Nashville, I forgetjust where, but I think it was possibly northeast of town. There was a dam, with a lake behind it. A small stream furnished the water, and there was a flume which ran the water down to the mill wheel, which was horizontal wheel under the mill, like the one in the mill that Otto Lass had in Nash­ ville. Well, one time, in flood time in the spring, the dam went out. The mill hadn’t run for years, so it wasn’t much loss. We went out on a hike througn that territory, and when we approached a fence around the mill, we saw a turtle stuck in the fence, about two or three feet off the ground. All four legs were vainly moving in the air. He was possible a foot across, and he was really stuck. We took hold of him and finally got him out of the fence. We set him on the ground, and he put his motive power in high gear and left. He was a dry land turtle, but had gotten caught in the flood. When I was in the lower grades in school, around first or second, I remember they had two large urns at school with century plants in them. Each spring they would set one on each side of the sidewalk on the school lawn. They were pretty in their way. They never bloomed. The janitor, Henry Zuschnitt, told us they bloomed every hundred years, then fell over and died. I never saw them bloom. In the fall they took them in and put them in the boiler room at school. Since coming out west here, where the century plant grows wild, I have found that it is true that they bloom once and die, but it does not take a hun­ dred years. It does, though, take anywhere from ten to twenty-five years to bloom. After the parent plant dies, young agaves (which is their proper name) grow up around it. Lloyd Miller and I had a date with two girls in Hastings one night. I had my 1927 Whippet car, so we started for Hastings. We were a little late, and were trying to think of something to tell the girls as an excuse for the lateness. I said, “I have it. We can tell them we had a flat tire.” I had no more than said it when I heard a hissing sound. I pulled over and stopped. We got out and looked. Sure enough, we had our flat tire. We changed wheels and started again, really late by this time. 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TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken u en Highways gways �TH* Mople Valley New* Nashville, Tuetday August 20. 1995 — Pop* 6 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events - Saturday. Aug. Z« - Landscapping day at the Methodist parsonage. Help will be appreciated Sunday. Aug. 25-6 pm potluck at the Methodist Church and program at 7 p.m to hear Nancy Light­ foot. missionary to Liberia. Sunday. Sept. 1 Labor Day. Monday. Sept. 9 - 7 p.m First Woman's Club for this year with a potluck of salads or desserts Past presidents will be honored. Speaker will be Iva Inglis telling of life in Latvia. Thursday, Sept. 12 Vermontville Senior Citizen's noon potluck at the Griswold Room On Monday, Aug 12, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict accompanied by Mrs. Robert Brimmer and Candi of Charlotte picnicked with Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wion and family. Deanna Wion and two friends of the children from N. Manchester, Ind. and Dsa and Winfried (who were neighbors of the family Cherry Benedict Adams stayed with when she was an exchange student) of Oberdorfelden W. Germany. All enjoyed lunch and supper at Warren Dunes State Park. Mrs. Fred (Cherry) Adams and sons of Horton spent from Thursday until Monday with her parents the Harold Benedicts. Mrs. Adams attended the 20th reunion of her class on Charlton Park on Saturday with 30 in attendance. In the evening they were en­ tertained in the home of Ruth Ann and Dale Collier. Sorry to hear that Lois Davis was in the hospital last week but is now con­ valescing at Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fishers. Mrs. Iva Rogers had the misfortune to fall at home on Thursday and dislocated her left shoulder. Ten children enjoyed painting magnets at the Back-to-School Styles! ALL — S...f.i..O... O.... HAIRCUTS................. Include* shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET..... ......... S...C... O.O "The Mirrors image" hillolz iiuaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY Museum on Saturday with Mrs. Dorie Litchfield as teacher. One more class next week on candle wicking with Jill Booker in charge. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed, Mrs. Frances Olson, Mrs. Ava Kroger, and Mrs. Leta Nagle attended the 90th birthday party for Mrs. Iva Cramer at the Walker Bible Church in N. Lansing Saturday afternoon hosted by her daughter and husband Shirley Gleason and son Gary and Nine Reed. 87 relatives and friends at­ tended to greet Mrs. Cramer who lives in Vermontville pert of the time with her son. She remained in Lansing for awhile. Mrs. Leona Fox had knee surgery recently and is recuperating at home. Over 20 children enjoyed the one day Bible School even though the tents had to be put up in the rain, but that soon stopped. Mrs. Roy Lingholm and helpers were in charge. The storm early Sunday knocked power for over an hour or so in some parts of town. Also affected the water pressure. I understand the M.V. Class of ’75 had their 10 year reunion at the V.F.W. Hall in Nashville Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Zemke, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Sietz, Mrs. Kate Snider and Mrs. Hermina Southern attended the Zemke Reunion Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Boehm in Perry. The Kalamo Historical <Society will meet Tuesday, Aug. 27 for a 6:30 p.m. potluck at the town hall. Mrs. Greta Firster will show pictures of her Alaskan trip. Everyone invited. Leah Abbot of Lake Odessa and Isabelle Richard of Sunfield called on Mrs. Firster last week. How can you guarantee the replacement of your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for qualified homes. So now you can insure your home for 100% replacement cost coverage. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how guaranteed home replacement cost coverage can be no problem for you and your home. Mrs. Neillie Brushaber and Mrs. Beatrice Snider of Beaverton and Mrs. Myrtle Woodruff spent Saturday with -Greta Firster. They called on their aunt Mina Barnes in the afternoon. Mrs. Firster spent Tuesday in Owosso. Wed­ nesday she had lunch with Dorothy Kohlof, Greta Burns, and Carolyn Vance in Ionia, and spent the af­ ternoon with Sandy of “All Aboard” in Grand Rapids. Mary Lehman and Greta Firster had lunch with Mina Barnes at Barry Co. Medical Care Facility on her 105 birthday. Serina Goodenough baked Mina a beautiful birthday cake. From our readers To the Editor: This is to let all citizens of the Maple Valley School district know at the last Village Council meeting it was voted four to one granting permission to the Carpenter Den’s bar to hold teen dances at their facility. I agree with Don Lewis the bar is not a place to hold teen dances. If the owners of the bar want to sponsor a dance thats fine, but take it to the fire barn or the school or even the Legion Hall with chaperones. The M.V. paper stated approval must be granted from the Liquor Com- mission, as I understand the Commission did give ap­ proval in Mulliken, so I would expect them to give it here. The “Wet Tee Shirt” contest belongs in the bars, our teenagers do not!! Although you may not be a resident of Vermontville Village, this does concern the whole area, after all, teens do live outside of the Village limits. I encourage concerned citizens to call the Village office, mayor and council members to reverse this decision. Joe AnnNehmer Kellogg Dairy to be dedicated Aug. 28 The Kellogg Dairy Center, part of Michigan State University's chain of Agricul­ tural Experiment Stations, will be opened to the public for its formal dedication on August 28. Included at the center are exhibits explaining practices, in dairy farm­ ing, and an observation room where visitors may watch the cows being milked in the computerized milking parlor. On the farms of the past, a farmer and his family did all of the work with the possible aid of a hand or two. As farms got larger and more complex, more help was needed. As time goes on, however, it may be possible to manage all the chores of the farm without any more labor than was needed 50 years ago. With the new technology, more and more farms are becoming efficient and computerized, making them cheaper to run, and easier to operate. Dairy farming is no ex­ ception. Michigan’s third largest industry is farming, and dairy farming is the largest part of Michigan’s agriculture, making it a priority topic of research and education. And research and education are what the Kellogg Dairy Center at Hickory Corners is all about. The newest addition to the Kellogg Biological Station, the Dairy will be unveiled for an Open House and formal dedication on Aug. 28. Anyone who is interested in seeing the future of dairy farming is welcome to come investigate the Kellogg Dairy. Dairy specialists from MSU will be on hand to explain eactly how equip­ ment works, and answer any questions about the energy efficiency, labor con­ servation, resource con­ siderations, and any other aspects of the Dairy. Tours beginat 10 a.m. with a complimentary lunch being served at noon. The dedication ceremony will be at 1 p.m., and guests are invited to visit all of the Station’s facilities, including the Kellogg Forest, Bird Sanctuary, Manor House, and Kellogg Farm. For more information call the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service, 517-543-2310. ACTION-ADS GARAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, Aug. 23 & 24 at Cheri (Decker) Jones on 10853 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville. Two 8 track am-fm stereos, leather jackets, fiberglass long bow, .table, bedspreads, curtains, Reese head with 550 bars and sway bar tow cable, old set of encyclopedias, paint spray guns, Tupperware, lots of adult & teen clothing. John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life. Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET. NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 ThMofM&mfa/Ar BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES SATELLITE ANTENNAS & PAY PHONES: National Company needs dealers. Complete training provided. No inventory required. Complete units from $499.00. Phones open 24 hours. 303­ 636-0499. (8-27) FOR SALE: Sweet corn by dozen or bushel. Also Red Pontiac potatoes. John Auken, 10363 W. Lawrence Hwy., Vermontville, 852­ 1960. (8-27) teen dance Saturday, Aug. 31 • 7-12 PM ...in the Banquet Room FOR MORE INFORMATION PHONE... 177 S. Main, Vermontville 726-1043 When school starts, have the right style for you... ATTRACTIVE and EASY! Make your appointment at... THE VILLAGE HAIR PORT Phone 726-0257 470 E. Main, Vermontville Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon. thru PH. Some evenings by appointment. �Memories K ’’WK MSffita'if! «MKI, <■««** mi, nwt X-®( itaaiij rrua* spidteDv BOtaiit Ins^iisu tarn tai i tM|ta niraifr ff stdii ain tats®! 114 1 itlu^p Bifireas rflisti ite/iy SM'sfe' i4kiflt it 1*8 ® 1 j IAS gj gaalsts riff!®* 14 iff Wf The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985__Page 7 of the Past, continued from page 4 our hardluck story on them. They believed us, so we went on our date and had a good time for the rest of the evening. When I was 14 years old my mother was the manager of a variety store in Nash­ ville which was owned by Emmett Gibson. She sent to the Michigan State Board of Education and got a permit for me to work in the store as a clerk, afternoons after school and Saturday. When I started work Emmett showed me how he wanted things done, and was showing me around the store. When we came to the candy case, he said, “Now Guy, whenever you would like a piece of candy, just help yourself.”' This per­ mission produced the result he probably thought it would. For about a week I ate candy like it was going out of style. 1 got so sick of candy that I stopped eating it, and didn’t touch candy, or other sweets, for a long time. One Saturday night we were very busy, and just kept the cash register ringing almost constantly. Sometime during the evening one of us, I don’t know now which one, was ringing up a sale, when the register drawer just popped out onto the floor! I ran and locked the front door, as the store was just packed with cutomers. Then we started picking up money. Several customers helped us, and soon we had the register working again. When my mother was manager of Gibson’s store there once was quite a bunch of men’s socks on a table. The price on them was 50 cents a pair, and they just weren’t selling. Emmett said they would probably have to be given away. Mother said, “Let me think about it a little.” And she came up with an idea. She took the 50 cent sign off, re-arranged the socks, and put a sign on them SPECIAL! 98 cents per pair, while they'last! Those socks started going like hot cakes and it wasn’t long before they were all sold. When Mr. Gibson saw what had been done, he just stood there and scratched his head. “Well, I’ll be doggoned," he said. “I never heard of such a thing before. Making customers pay more for a special!” With that he had a good laugh. (There were no customers in the store at the time). Late one fall someone was having a house moved. That was a thing of interest to us kids. We watched them jacking up the house and putting rollers under it. When that was done they started north with it. They went across the river and started up the standpipe hill. They got a little way up and couldn’t pull hard enough with the truck they were using. So they got a cater­ pillar tractor and hooked it to the truck. They got a little farther up with that, and were stalled again. Then they got a long steel bar and drove it into the ground a few yards ahead of the tractor, ran the cable from its winch and hooked it to the bar. That way they winched everything along a few yards at a time, and finally made it to the top of the hill. I don’t remember where they took the house, but it was in­ teresting watching them. Usually they took heavy trucks and things on a road that went back of the hill. That was a much easier ascent. There was another house that was moved to a location about a block south of us. A cellar had been excavated, and the house was hauled to it and just left sitting there. Time passed and no more work was done on it. We used to go to the cellar and play. We played “Duck on a Rock” a lot. There were a lot of rocks in the cellar, and we would set up a large one and put a smaller one on top. Then we’d arm ourselves with smaller rocks and try to knock the “duck” of the rock. Another game we played was “0 King, I’m On Your Castle.” One boy would get onto a large rock, or boulder, and the rest of us would try to pull him off. (to be continued next week) CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank all my relatives, neighbors, friends Health, continued Immunization clinics are and fellow workers for all the offered by the health nice cards and gifts I department on Mondays, received for my retirement from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and party on August 3, and all from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. those that came to my party. Barry-Eaton Distric Also, a special thanks to Health Department is my children and wife for all located at 110 W. Center, their special help - thanks so Hastings, MI 49058, 616-945­ much. 9516. Lyle Varney Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 •New Construction«Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work the first water using cen­ opportunity to visit the skill. At 11:30 a.m. the opening trifugal, rotory and piston sixteen historic buildings, ceremonies will be held pumps. The First Response and museum featuring featuring the parade of is a test of team and vehicle exhibits of pioneer and In­ dian life and access to the antique fire engines around proficiency. The Bucket Brigade beach, picnic facilities, the village green. Organized competitions contest is a timed team event playgrounds and boat for fire departments will using buckets while Water launch. There will be a flea market begin following the parade. Ball has men and women’s The First Water contest is a teams focusing on team skill featuring regular items as well as a firematic flea timed test of the proficiency using hoses. Awards will be given to market. Food and beverages of the pumper and the operator in a race to draw winners of these events are available on the grounds. This event is sponsored by along with awards to the Best Appearing Original Charlton Park and the Antique, Best Appearing Greenfield Village InLocal 4-Hers place in Eaton Restored Antique and Best ternational Antique Fire Appearing Modern Ap­ Apparatus Association. County Fair Rodeo last month Charlton Park is located paratus at 4:30 p.m. Regular admission for the on the banks of Thornapple By Nancy D. Thelen, in Jr. Bull Riding; Matt general public is $3 for adult River and Lake just off M-79 Ext. 4-H Youth Agent Huver, Bellevue, seventh in (16 and over), children are between Hastings and Nash­ The second annual 4-H Jr. Bareback Riding and admitted free. This provides ville. For more information, Rodeo held on July 23 during tenth in Jr. Bull Riding; for entry to the show, an call (616) 945-3775. the Eaton County 4-H Fair, Mark Huver, Bellevue, posted 189 entries in eleven eighth in Jr. Bareback categories. Riding; Kevin Heisler, 4-H members from nine Nashville, took fourth in Jr. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION counties participated. Bull Riding; Chris Gardner, Several Eaton County Vermontville, third in Jr. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Girls Goat Tying and fifth in members earned op Jr. Girls Barrel Racing; awards, including the Shawn Eveland, Bellevue, August 20 - State 4-H Horse Show, Michigan State Univer­ following: Jamie Endsley, Bellevue, Junior All-Around second in Jr. Girls Barrel sity, East Lansing. Racing and tenth in Jr. Girls August 20 - Saginaw Valley Research Farm Field Day, B & Cowboy, second in Jr. Tying; Angela B Farm, Saginaw, 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. Bareback Brone Riding, and Goat in Jr. Bull Riding; Garett Eveland, Bellevue, sixth in August 20-21 - 4-H Poultry Expo, Michigan State University, Madry, Bellevue, second in Jr. Girls Barrel Racing; East Lansing., Sr. Saddle Brone Riding and Kelli Whitney, Bellevue, August 20-22 - 4-H Dairy Cattle Show, Michigan State tenth in Jr. Girls Barrel University, East Lansing. fourth in Sr. Bull Riding; Wade Madry, Bellevue, third Racing; and Erin Whitney, August 21-22 - 4-H Veterinary Science Fair, Michigan State Bellevue, eighth in Jr. Girls University, East Lansing. in Sr. Saddle Brone Riding; Barrel Racing. September 4 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 Thad Madry, Bellevue, Other local members who p.m., Extension Office. fourth in Sr. Bareback Brone Riding; Mike Huver, participated were Dan September 4 - Wheat-Barley Production meeting, 7; 30 p.m., Laverty, Vermontville; Lisa Community Building. Bellevue, first in Jr. Bareback Riding and ninth Endsley, Bellevue; Jason September 5 - Rally Day, Community Building, 10 a.m. Byington, Vermontville and September 11 - 4-H Horse Leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Byington, Ver­ Extension Office. 4-Hers compete in montville. Mike Marshall of September 18 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., state poultry expo Vermontville is also a rodeo Extension Office. club member. 4-H members from Eaton County will join other 4-H members from across the state to compete in the State 4-H Poultry Expo Aug. 20-21 at Michigan State Univer­ Fire engine enthusiasts from around the state will gather at the 4th Annual Antique Fire Fighting Show and Muster at Historic Charlton Park on Sunday, Aug. 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors to the event will view old time fire engines and equipment, along with organized competitions between fire departments featuring events of fun and — ENROLL NOW IN — sity. Representing Eaton County are Chad Burt and Matt Babcock of Charlotte, and Faith Wells from Ver­ montville. Contests at the event in­ clude a poultry show, fitting and showmanship contests, the state egg throwing contest, and chicken and turkey barbecue competitions. The poultry judging contest Aug. 21, includes live pullet judging for egg production, carcass judging and egg grading. 4-H’ers may also participate in a breed identification and poultry quiz and an egg preparation competition. Awards will be presented to the winners of each contest. Scholarships to attend Michigan State University will be awarded to the top two competitors overall. To be eligible for the scholarships - $300 and $200 - 4-H’ers must participate ipate in a minimum of six options. “The purpose ofthe annual event is to give youths an opportunity to gain knowledge of poultry-related topics and test their skills by competing against others with similar interests,” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. ACTI Halsey Plumbing az -AmDS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main Si., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all ofEaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens Antique Fire Muster at Charlton Park M Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads Maple Valley Adult Education High School Completion & Vocational Courses • FREE to adults without a high school diploma. • FREE to the high school graduate who is under 20 by Sept. 1, 1985. • All other adults will be charged a small fee. First Quarter Classes September 9 and Meet for 9 Weeks MORNING CLASSES • 9-12:30« MEAD-O-ACRES MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY U.S. History Math Science Accounting Government AFTERNOON CLASSES • 1-4 :30 • MEAD-O-ACRES MONDAY WEDNESDAY Independent Study G.E.D. Preparation English EVENING CLASSES • 6:15-9:45 • M.V. HIGH SCHOOL MONDAY WEDNESDAY Social Studies Office Procedures & Machine Operations Auto Mechanics G.E.D. Preparation English Career Communications Reading Improvement World Geography TUESDAY THURSDAY Science Consumers Education Math thru Algebra Wood Shop U.S. History Accounting Typing Intro, to Computer Science Sociology Conversational Spanish call - 852-9275 �Th* Mop1* Valley News, NoahviM*. Tuesdoy. August 20 1985 — Poge 8 3-day event begins Thursday night TNUBOir . HBD4te*unaMT MKUST 22. Z1 etf 24 • W F county courthouse square. A put together three days of couple of youth activities events and displays that are though are planned at designed to appeal to young, nearby Fish Hatchery Park old, and those in between. “The big change this and the civil war reenact­ ments occur at Tyden Park. year,” said Al Jarvis, the Organizers from the chairman of the organizing sponsoring Hastings committee, “is that we’ve Chamber of Commerce have expanded the length of the event to include Thursday night. Last year there was a concert at the Central Auditorium, and will' be again, but we'll also be having entertainment on both stages at the courthouse that night, and we’ll be holding the bed race.” SATELLITE SYSTEMS At the Central Auditorium, Corner Coals Grove & Barber beginning at 8 p.m., will be Haetmgs. Ml the Delton Sweet Adelines 948-8288 and the Great Lakes Chorus ED PHILLIPS performing barbershop Cal Day or Evenings harmonies. The bed race, meanwhile, starts at 7 p.m. on Court Street. Also at 7 I am currently working out of my home p.m. is ‘Just Visiting’ with original contemporary and am planning to move to a downtown music and Ed Englerth with Hastings storefront in spring of '06. acoustic music performing simultaneously on the two Prices at this time are the lowest you The Battle Creek Shriner's 'Mini-T Patrol’ will be on hand again this year. entertainment stages. Then will find anywhere because of my low from 9 to 11:30 p.m. ‘The Carol Johnson with folk nappie River Boys with overhead. End’ will play its rock music Thornapple River Boys with music; The Pacific Trio at bluegrass music; a fiddlers bluegrass music; Leo Hine selections. Continued on next page— the Elks Tent; the ThorI offer free 48 hour trailer set up for Arts and crafts booths will with country music; The Heavenly Nursing Home sincerely interested folks. I also give a be set up Friday on the courthouse lawn. “We have Band with old-time and 30 day money back satisfaction guarantee around 120 this year,” Jarvis -gospel music; Ronald Mc­ with all my systems. noted, “more than last Donald with magic and comedy; Predum, Fenton & year.” Also on the lawn, selling Predum with folk gospel 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE MANY SYSTEMS TO CHOOSE FROM various food, drink and other music; Los Unicos with Homer & Joan Winegar refreshments and snacks, gospel music; the Ringo 10’ Syste will be the various civic Swingo Square Dancers with Phone (517) 852-1915 [UT-JJ groups— including the Elks, dancing routines; The INSTALLED $1 OflAOO Evenings (517) 726-0223 the Kiwanis, the Rotary DeWitt Reflections with REALTOR* Starting at........... Club, the Chamber of vaudeville entertainment; and the Ray Gill Orchestra Commerce, the Lutheran • Mas/Pro Church, and the Catholic performing at the street • Prostar Church. Other con­ dance with its big band cessionaires will be located music. • Chaparrol Also on Friday is a civil on the adjoining street. • Hytec war encampment at Tyden Entertainment-wise, • Raydx there’s a full slate of in­ Park. Jarvis noted that the in­ • Panasonic dividual and group per­ PRICED TO SELL ■ $15,000! In IN troduction of the Ray Gill VERMONTVILLE, "many formers scheduled to per ­ Nashville 1 block from busi­ AUTHORIZED extras", nicely updated, 4 bed­ Orchestra is designed to form, beginning at 1 p.m. ness district, 2 story, 3 bed­ room home on extra large lot, MA/COM DEALER and continuing until 11:30 “better gear SummerFest to room home, nice shady lot, includes 4x28 above ground all age groups ” , explaining possible 2 unit. Immediate p.m. They include the pool w ith 6x22 plus 10x30 that evening street dances possession! (N-126) wolmanized decks, 24x40 pole have usually had either rock barn. Asking $44,900. (V-119) or country bands but now, this year, have added big band sound to that itinerary. The following day, Saturday, boasts a full agenda of activities and entertainments. LARGE YARD! 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Hatchery Park, the 10K (N-129) Challenge Run through the downtown, and the start of NICE HOME IN NASHVILLE: 2 children’s games, along with slory, 4 bedrooms, beautiful gospel performances by the ludi Sheppard Missett's oof- woodwork . open stairway (oak), 3 boy windows, fenced Harvest Church Worship Make this your best-looking summer Team and the Jodi Farman bockyard. Must see inside. ever Your carefully trained Jazzercise Family, fill the morning Asking $32,000. (N-109) instructor will make it a breeze for slots. you to stay fit all year round! An — NEW LISTINGS — The parade then kicks off hour ofJazzercise gives you a “HANDYMAN SPECIAL” ON 6- ACRES. Maple Valley Schools at noon, featuring 37 entries great 25 minute aerobic work­ ranch home (needs lots of work). Price: $8,000. Contract that range from the high terms with 10% down to qualified buyer. Good fishing lake out K) terrine t music! It's also nearby. (CH-135) school marching band to the a totally balanced exercise Battle Creek Shriners Model program with warm-ups, floor 20 ACRE “MINI-FARM” WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEW - $40,000! Price includes 60x75 barn, 40x60 tool shed, 30x20 shed, 14x60 silo, exercises for abdominals and T and Mini 500 Patrols to fire upper torso work, as well as 8 room, 2 story home with 4 or 5 bedrooms. Mature shade. engines to horses and bikes. More land available. Maple Valley Schools. (F-134) coo-own and cool-down an stretching. sr The Original, Eight groups have designed If you want to trim NEW NASHVILLE LISTING: Older 2-stary home, has had many floats for the event as well. down to look your new Improvements! I New vinyl siding & roof, most new The Greater Kalamazoo best, have fun and vinyl clod windows, alum, shutters, storm doors & eavesCall for class information Jazz and Dixieland Band, make some great and location. troughs, walkout basement. Patio door to wolmanized wrap who will be in the parade, new summer around deck overlooks recreational park. (Pond with fish on are also scheduled to per­ friends, start Maple Valley the property.)) (N-132) form after it is over on the Jazzercise L00KING FOR A BUILDING SITE? High School courthouse square. >IK today. We have several - from 5.2 acres, with natural gas and black They’ll be followed by The t road, OR 32 acres with 6 acres of nice woods, to 78 acres Mon & Wed 5:35 pm top Clark Family; a weighlifting of hunting & recreational land. Phone contest; the Hastings City Band; a kite making and HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker 882-8773 flying contest at Fish Hat­ Also Associate Broker for Century 21 chery Park; a civil war Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan squirmisb at Tyden Park; Fun, food, refreshments and loads of entertainment and activities await hornet-owners and visitors th weekend when the 1985 SummerrFrest takes place Hastings The bulk of SummerFest lakes place at or near the MAPLE VALLEYS Real Estate We’re Back It’s Hot! >4 Starts •tut. ptth Will tiftrf Ik« ta. f ita j quii nit n mdi Will Vital �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. August 20, 1985 — Page 9 Saturday's noon parade promises viewing pleasure Saturday’s noon parade through downtown Hastings again highlights SummerFest weekend. This year’s version currently has 37 entries that include floats, music groups, motorized uni.ts, horses, bikes, fire engines, antique vehicles, veteran groups, scouts, political figures, a visiting festival queen, baton twirlers, civil war soldiers, and clowns. “There are eight floats in the parade,” said Gwen Byington, a member of the SummerFest organizing committee. “Barry County Medical Facility, Barry County Right to Life, Hastings Moose Lodge, Hastings Church of the Nazarene, Baby Bliss of Middleville, the Bonnie Blue Belles of Grand Rapids, a local square dancing group, and the local girl scouts are all planning to enter one.” She noted that first, second, and third place prizes will be given out in that category. “This year’s theme is ‘Old Time Coun­ try’,” she noted. Grand marshalls for the parade are two county elected officials who SummerFest. continued jamboree;; and Herb Roberts, Hosea Humphery, Wayne and Laurie Shick, Khara, and Chris Bellisle, all taking turns with gospel selections. The evening’s street dance, performed by E.C.H.O. and Freddie & the Boomers playing contemporary and ’50s and ’60s music, concludes the community affair. “I think it’s going to a very good one,” said Jarvis of this year’s SummerFest.” Bta’idiqWii recently retired from their respective offices— Howard Ferris, the longtime drain commissioner, and Elsie Furrow, who was treasurer for a number of years. “The two were selected in recognition for their many years of service to the community,” said Byington. They’ll be driven by Mary Lou Roth, last year’s grand marshall. The Hastings High School Marching Band, with around 110 members, will perform musical selections during the parade. Also playing will be the six-piece Greater Kalamazoo Jazz and Dixieland Band. Th’e Bonnie Blue Belles, in addition to having a float in the parade, also feature routines by a 50-member baton twirling unit. While based in Grand Rapids, the organization has several local performers and is making its first appearance here. The Battle Creek Shriners are bringing back their Mini 500 Patrol and Model T Patrol to the event, with both patrols staging synchronized movements. The Grand Rapids and Battle Creek Antique Auto Clubs are also scheduled to be on hand with ap­ proximately 30 classic cars. Other antique vehicles in the parade are the Williamston Fire Association’s 1939 truck and Oven Fresh’s 1920 Model T truck. The American Legion will comprise the parade’s color guard and later on two civil war groups— the Civil War Unit Artillery of Middleville and the Civil War Reenacters of Hastings— will be marching the route. Other participants include the Charlotte Frontier Days rowtaectenir? Maple Valley Lawn & Garden Is proud to announce ... 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Vermontville • FREE PICK-UPand FREE DELIVERY • PHONE 726-0133 Queen, Susan Joostberns; the local Eastern Stars; the Sheriff Department Possee; the Hastings Fire Depart­ ment; Ronald McDonald; the Chick-n-Fin car and mascot; Hastings Mayor William Cook; the local Republicans and Democrats; Congressman Paul Henry; and various bicyclists and horse riders. The parade again starts from Railroad Street, goes down State Street to Church Street and then down that avenue to Center Street. Byington said that ad­ ditional entries will be ac­ cepted up to Saturday. “If anyone is interested in having a float or an entry please don’t hesitate to call,” she said. Her number is 948-9240. 4-Hers compete at MSU’s Dairy Days Aug. 20-22 Several Eaton County 4-H dairy members will join the other 4-H’ers from across the state for 4-H Dairy Days Aug. 20-22 at Michigan State University. Representing Eaton County are Christopher Langmaack, Doug Pen­ nington, Dennis Pennington, Amy Langmaack, Dan Pennington, Gary Gillean, Jolene Pennington, and Melissa Gillean, all from the Charlotte area; Jim Lilly and Jodi Lilly from Grand Ledge; John Shumaker of Bellevue; Casey McGuire and Krista McGuire from Olivet; and Becky Stiffler and David Stiffler from Lake Odessa. “Our 4-H’ers will have a chance to display and match their skills in various dairyrelated contests and ac­ tivities,” says Nancy Thelen; Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. Activities include breed and showmanship classes for dairy cattle, dairy quiz bowl and demonstration contests, and dairy science exhibits. The wide variety of activities allows youngsters who don’t own a dairy animal to also participate. “The only requirement is an interest in dairy topics or farming,” Thelen says. Dairy Days is free and open to the public. It’s just one of several livestock related activities during 4-H Animal Science Week, at MSU. For more information, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service Office, or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. FA CT ION-ADS 1973 MOBILE HOME: 14 x 60, on lot. Ph. 948-4129 or 945­ 3838. (8-27) FOUR 1981 CHEVY MALIBU’S: Your choice, $1400.00 to $1800.00. Two ’79 Chevy Impalas, your choice $1250.00. One ’81 Chevy Impala, $1500.00. One ’82 Dodge Diplomat, $1500.00, all cars are 4 doors with automatic, p.s., p.b., air, 40,000 to 90,000 miles. Ph. 685-8225 Plainwell. (8-27) WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-9657640 Battle Creek. (EOW) Crop comparisions to be shown during Tuesday tour Michigan Bean Commission has one ofhis many test plots in the tour. Over 15 varieties of dry beans are compared. —Fran Pierce, Allen Krizek and Roger Betz of MSU will discuss the do’s and dori’ts of ridge-till. A ridge-till planter will be available to look at. —Elmer Mehlberg of Golden Harvest has corn variety plots to view. A' free lunch will be provided for those who participate in the tour. Stanley L. Mead second lieutenant through The event will take place Capt. Stanley L. Mead, son the Air Force ROTC three miles north of of Viola Mead of 4840 Hicks program, arid earned a Charlotte on M-50. Parking Highway, Olivet, Mich., has bachelor’s degree from at the corner of Wheaton been decorated with the Michigan State University, Road and Vermontville second award of the Air East Lansing. Highway. Force Commendation Medal Herrington is scheduled to The event is sponsored by at Keflavik Naval Air attend the University of Karl Forell, John and Station, Iceland. Kansas School of Medicine, Charlie Harag and the Eaton The Air Force Com- Lawrence. County Cooperative Ex­ mendation Medal is awarded Continued on Page 11 tension Service. to those individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement or meritorious service in the performance of their duties on behalf of the Air Force. Mead a civil engineering officer, is a 1976 graduate of Michigan Technological University, Houghton. 309 N. Main St His wife, Lynn, is the daughter of Leonard W. and Nashville*:*: Bertina J. Joppie of 228 HOURS Monday-Friday 12-8; Saturday 10-8 Lentz St., Nashville. --John Diehl of Diehl Tuesday, Aug. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., is the day for Fields will show soybean Eaton and surrounding comparison of 10 different county farmers to view side varieties. -Ted Dietz of Funks Seeds by side comparisons of various varieties of corn, will compare and discuss soybeans, and dry beans as new and experimental well as view a ridge-till varieties of corn and soys. —Greg Varner of the planting system. Serving Our Country MOVED I to a NEW LOCATION COUPON ■■■■■■■ Sandra J. Herrington Sandra J. Herrington, daughter of Margaret M. Edwards and stepdaughter of Raymond W. Edwards of 8247 Hall Road, Bellevue, has been commissioned a j m Bring in this coupon and get., j 50* OfL.each tape rental. Video Showcase J. �Th* Maple Valley Now*. NashvHia. Tuatdoy. August 20, 1985 — Poga 10 Maple Valley Board of Education REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 12, 1985 Present; Baker, Coie, Hawkins, Ossenheimer, Sleeper, Tobias and Wolff Absent: Lehman 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by D. Haw­ kins, President. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the minutes of the board of education meeting (organizational) held July 8, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 3. Bills: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to approve the payment of bills from general fund in the amount of $28,422.92. Ay.es; All. Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve the transfer from General Fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: July 19 - $15,292.57; August 2 $12,856.06. 5. Communications; Letter was read from Dr. Donovan, State Department of Education, stating he would like to set a date to follow­ up on the community survey. R. Rosin, H. S. teacher, will be on sick leave and return to work approximately September 9, 1985. J. Banfield, Fuller custodian, will be on sick leave for one month. 6. Superintendent’s Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. 7. Funds Donated: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Tobias to engrave "In memory of Marjorie Slout. She Cared." on model No. 64 Commodore computer funds previously dona­ ted by Carolyn Newton in memory of Marjorie Slout, former Maple Valley Teacher. Ayes: All. Motion carried. A letter of appreciation will be sent. 8. Ticket Price: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to change the athletic poli­ cy to set the admission ticket price at $2.00 across the board. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. 9. Athletic Eligibility: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to accept the second reading on the eligibility policy with amend­ ment to include cheerleaders as athletes. Ayes: Baker, Hawkins, Ossenheimer and Cole. Nays: Sleeper and Tobias. Motion carried. 10. Fifth Grade Class Organization: There was fur­ ther discussion regarding fifth grade class organization at Kellogg Elem. Concensus was to have two classes at Kellogg unless enroll­ ment increases (current enrollment - 51), then consideration will be given to a split • NOTICE • Vermontville Residents The Vermontville Village Office will be closed Friday, August 30 at 12 noon until Tuesday, September 3, at 8 a.m. SHARON STEWART Village Clerk 5th/6th class. Truth-in-Taxation: The truth-in-taxation hear­ ing was held. Tenure Hearing: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to have a special, meeting August 20, 21 and 22 to begin at 7:00 p.m. at the administration building regarding tenure hearing for Charles Gillmore. This hearing will be in closed session. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 13. Loan Application: Motion made by Tobias, su pported by Baker to approve submitting a loan application to the Michigan Department of Education requesting approval to borrow a maximum of $525,000 for operational purposes. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 14. Resignation - Nancy Bradley: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to accept the resignation of Nancy Bradley, Maplewood elementary teacher. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 15. Resignation - Mary Erwin: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to accept the resignation of Mary Erwin, teacher aide at Maple­ wood. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 15. Child Care Leave - Anne Byrne: Motion made by Cole, supported by Baker to approve a one year child care leave for Anne Byrne, Fuller elementary teacher. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 17. Recall Elem. Teacher: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to recall elementary teacher, June Wallace, on a full-time basis in­ stead of half-time, salary $18,259.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Elem. Contract - Debra Cooley: Motion made 18. by Baker, supported by Cole to extend a contract to Debra Cooley, elementary teacher, on a full-tWe basis, salary $14,104.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 19. Federal Guidelines for Hot Lunch: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Sleeper to approve the federal guidelines as related to the hot lunch program. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 20. Milk Bids: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to accept the low bid from Roelof Dairy of white milk .138; chocolate milk .148; 2% white milk .128; and 2% chocolate .138. Ayes: All. Motion carried. A letter will be sent to Roelof from the board expressing concern of the crushed cartons received last school year. 21. Lunch Prices: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to approve the price increase for hot lunch for the 1985-86 school year in view of a financial loss in 1984-85. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Prices will be as follows: Elementary Students 85‘; Jr.-Sr. High School - 90'; Adults - $1.40; Milk Alone -15'; Milk Alone Adults 25'; Reduced Price Lunches - 40'. 22. Athletic Boosters Contribution: Mr. Jim Bryans representing the Athletic Boosters presented a check in the amount of $4,114.97 for spring sports to the President of the Board. 23. Board Workshop: There will be board work­ shop sessions scheduled for 1985-86 school year. The first workshop is scheduled for September 30, Monday night, at 7:00 p.m. in the Maplewood all-purpose room. There will be no board action taken. 24. Organization of Board Committees: There was concensus of the board to reorganize the committees for 1985-86 school year. The first reading was presented with six committees set instead of eight. । "■ ——i----------AMERICAS « 1 LOG HOME COMPANY SEEKS DISTRICT DEALERS Antique Fire­ Fighting Show and Muster IB 25. 11. Lincoln Log Homes, the leader in prefabricated hous­ ing. is offering a PROTECTED TERRITORY to approved' ap­ plicants nationwide. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. Resignation - Linda Hansen: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to accept the resignation of Linda Hansen, Maplewood Special Education Elementary Teacher. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Five Year Plan: It was moved by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias that the superin­ tendent of schools develop a five year plan/ forecast which will address the needs of the Maple Valley Schools and estimate cost to be presented to the Board no later than January, 1986. Ayes: Baker, Cole, Hawkins, Ossenheimer and Tobias. Nays: Sleeper. Motion carried. Blacktop-Fuller: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Tobias to approve the low bid of Reith Rieley of $1,322.38 for blacktop repair at Fuller- Elementary. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Roof-Fuller: Discussion regarding condition of the roof at Fuller Elementary. Bids will be re­ ceived and presented at the September regu­ lar board meeting. State Requirements - H.S. Curriculum: The first reading was established - The Maple Valley School District will make a good faith plan to comply with the state graduation requirements for 1988-89 in order to receive full state aid under the 1985-86 state aid act. Substitute Teacher Pay: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to increase the pay for substitute teachers. The pay will be $45.00 per day; then $50.00 per day for ten days or more in the same teaching assignment. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Community Survey: Mr. C. Wolff will coordi­ nate a time for Dr. Donovan to meet with the Maple Valley Board of Education to follow­ up on the results of the community survey. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, sup­ ported by Baker to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried. Time: 11:05 p.m. PAULA COLE, Secretary Maple Valley Board of Education These minutes are subject to approval at the September 9th board meeting. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR August 19-22 - State 4-H Livestock Expo., MSU. Tuesday, August 20 - State 4-H Horse Show, MSU. Tuesday, August 20 - Crops Outlook Meeting, 7:30-9 p.m., MSU, Union August 20-22 - State 4-H Dairy Cattle Days, MSU. August 20-21- State 4-H Poultry Expo., MSU. Wednesday, August 21 - 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament, Capitol Area Sportman’s Club, Lansing. August 21-22 - State 4-H Veterinary Science Fair, MSU. Wednesday, August 21 - SCD No-Till Tour and Luncheon. Tour begins at Don Tirrel’s farm, 676 W. Broadway, Charlotte. 1 p.m. Tuesday, August 27 - Karl Forell’s Show Plots and CES Ridge- Till Plots. Tour begins 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at the In­ tersection of Wheaton Rd. and Vermontville Hwy. Free lunch following tour. Wednesday, Aug. 28- Dairy Open House, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners, ML, starting at 10 a.m. Com­ plimentary noon luncheon. Tuesday, Sept. 3 - 8 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Sunday, Sept. 8 - Farm Bureau Farm Tour. Open to public. Monday, Sept. 9-7 p.m. 4-H Personal Appearance Leaders Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Conservation and Fertilizer Mgt. (Non­ Point Source Pollution) MSU. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Unlimited Income Potential Featuring: Sunday, Aug. 25,10-5 Parade Organized Competition for Fire Departments Swap Meet & Flea Market Beach • Picnic Area • Historic Village Historic A■ 1A/ now • Solid 8" uniform treated logs. • Log home packages that retail for $8 50 per square foot. • Optional factory assembly and erection on your lot. • FHA and VA accepted. • Models available “in the dry" on your foundation for $15.00 square foot. • Two-day expense paid fac­ tory training. a- JYj,Z INVESTMENT 100% SECURED BY MODEL HOME M Hasting i \jfeZS-2 - Ira Charlotte Village & Museum 2545 S. CHARLTON PARK ROAD HASTINGS, MICHIGAN 49058 ■BL. vlt>-o45-377—5— Individual selected must have ability to purchase or mortgage a $17,000 model home. Cell Mr. Wynn (704) 932-6151 COLLECT! Lincoln Log Homes 6000 Lumber Lane Kannapolis, NC 28081 CWt Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 gfl RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1’/4" pipe 5’ length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2 -5' Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville K �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985 — Page 11 Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING ll\ Ski — JULY 11, 1985 — The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council July 11, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. Present, D. Chaffee, J. Kent, C. Tobias and G. Frith. Absent, R. Furlong and R. Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the two public hearings were read and approved. Motion by Frith, supported by Tobias the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell....... 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POLICE DEPARTMENT .56.57 75.47 Consumers Power (Street Lights)......... 1,204.01 Arrow Overall Supply... 10.30 Maple Valley News 41.88 Doubleday Bros. & Co.. .55.77 Recognition, Inc... ..... 6.75 Jackson National .483.36 Blue Cross/Blue Shield .627.18 WATER and SEWER GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell...................... 26.87 Consumers Power............ 48.86 Nashville Hardware ....... 49.32 JAchS *><■ Sweepster........................... 448.46 Galesburg Lown Equipment........................ 81.91 Purity Cylinder Gases .. .4.70 Carl's Market...................... 2.80 Maple Valley Implement .5.50 STREET DEPARTMENT ^4js Michigan Bell...... ...43.92 Jackson National .263.60 Blue Cross/Blue Shield .313.17 Snow & Son Locksmith ... 5.96 Mace Pharmacy.................... 1.05 Communication Specialists...... 57.65 General Electric 13.20 Powers Shell...... 50.74 Hastings Press.. .21.00 Municipal Supply.............. 25.68 Snow & Son Locksmith . .37.80 Lakeland Asphalt Co. .. 145.00 Michigan Bell (Water) ... 13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer) . 102.60 Consumers Power (Water).......... 426.28 Consumers Power (Sewer) ......... 12.99 Nashville Hardware ....... 19.03 Hometown Lumber .......190.50 Municipal Supply............... 32.00 Hoch Chemical.................. 32.63 Northern Concrete Pipe 108.00 Wheelers Marine............... 51.40 Maple Valley Concrete. .43.00 Doubleday Bros. & Co. .650.72 Pleasant Telephone Ans 23.00 U.S. Postmaster................ 56.98 iistt* ?ss■t>t.»*> £?^ WWtyM OSKiffiSnK n-bftoiltyill|i, WUrMftoiK. to.rEjty.E toittoplte rzii'xS mfanntaH Leon Frith, Supt. of Department of Public Works, gave the D.P.W. report for the month of June, 1985. Sgt. Gene Koetje gave the Police report for the month of June, 1985. Tom Taylor, Nashville Zoning Administrator gave the Zoning report for the month of June, 1985. Harold Christiansen, Park Director submitted the Quarterly Park reports for the period of January 1 through June 30, 1985. Greg Dziewicki, and agent from Burnham & Flower Insurance Agency was present to discuss changes in Insurance. Motion by J. Kent, supported by G. Frith to cancel the Standard Municipal Pumping Contract dated 2/23/76 with Consumers Power. All ayes. Motion carried. President Hughes cancelled the next regular meeting of the Village Council on July 25, 1985. The next regular meeting will be held August 8, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville. Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. August 8, 1985 JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk This Week’s School Menus U-blWiSii*’1® jlj^iubm^ ga li aUW^ Maple Valley Schools (high school) lunch menu Tuesday, Aug. 27 Pizza, corn, applesauce. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Hamburger or cheeseburger, french fries, pears. Thursday, Aug. 29 Hot Dogs, potato salad, peaches. Friday, Aug. 30 Fishwich, tarter sauce, cabbage salad, cherry crisp. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Choice of 2 veg’s and fruit will be offered daily. Maple Valley Schools Fuller Street Schools lunch menu Monday, Aug. 26 No Lunch. Tuesday, Aug. 27 Pizza, peas, applesauce, welcome back staff and students, Lode’s Peggy and Gloria. Wednesday, Aug. 28 Sloppy Joe Joe’’s,s, fries, pickles, sliced cheese. Thursday, Aug. 29 Chicken and noodles, corn, mixed fruit, cookie, butter sandwich. Friday, Aug. 30 Macaroni and cheese, green beans, peas, peanut butter sandwich. ATTENTION Vermontville Boys! VERMONTVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE FOOTBALL ...will start practice AUGUST 12 at 5:30 for 4th thru 8th grades. Practrice will be Monday, Tuesday and Thurs­ day evenings. For more information call 726-1133. Septic system maintenance important to do When properly main­ tained, a septic system can be a simple, economical, effective and safe way to dispose of household wastes. But if routine maintenance prodedures aren’t followed, septic system owners can face not only costly repair bills, but also the possibility of contributing to the serious problem of non-point source pollution, says Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director. The Michigan Department of Public Health estimates that about 30 percent of Michigan’s homes use septic systems to dispose of wastes. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: Electric food dryer, used one season, cost $125.00, will sell for $65.00. Call 852-9767. Wallace Graham. CHROMECRAFT TABLE: With 4 chairs, $75.00. Ph. 852-9458 Nashville. T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call 9 to 5:30 Dally Each year, about five per­ cent of those systems fail and half of those failures can be directly related to im­ proper maintenance of the system. A septic system has two simple components, Krizek says. These are the septic tank and the soil absorption field. The tank collects household wastes. In the tank, solid wastes are partially decomposed by bacteria. The liquid effluent from the tank, which carries disease-causing components and other liquid waste products, is discharged into the soil absorption field. This field further purifies the water, and the water then moves into the groundwater system. This is the last line of defense that protects groundwater from becoming polluted with potentially hazardous wastes. If a. septic system fails, Krizek says, not only does the homeowner have a serious, expensive problem to face, but household wastes can contribute to ground­ water pollution. Groundwater polluted by household wastes can make its way into streams, rivers and lakes, where it raises the nitrate levels of these bodies of water and poses certain health hazards to people by contaminating drinking water supplies. In areas where a number of homes with septic systems are near lakes, the potential for poorly maintained septic systems to pollute the lake is high. To help Michigan homeowners properly maintain their septic systems, the Cooperative Extension Service offers a bulletin, ‘Maintaining Your Septic System,” that helps homeowners keep track of annual maintenance procedures. In the form of a file folder, the bulletin ex­ plains the operation of a septic system and outlines annual maintenance tasks to be performed by the homeowner. For a free copy of “Maintaining Your Septic System,” request bulletin E1521 from the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. Serving Our Country Paul R. Williams Paul R. Williams, son of Paul E. and Dorothy L. Williams of Rural Route 3, Nashville, has been promoted in the U.S. Army to the rank of specialist four. Williams is a cannon crewman in West Germany, with the 27th Field Artillery. His wife, Pamela, is the daughter of Doris Goodwin of 1748 Edgewood Blvd., Lansing. He is a 1973 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Nashville. Robert M. Swift Army Pvt. 1st Class Robert M. Swift, son of Robert S. Swift of 7820 Greg Crossing Road, Nashville, and Ina M. Swift of 2960 N. Mason Road, Vermontville, has arrived for duty at Fort Bragg, N.C. Swift, a vehicle driver with the 1st Corps Support Command, was previously assigned in West Germany. His wife, Jane, is the daughter of Jean A. Schippel of 5875 W. Gresham, Charlotte. He is a 1981 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. Cadet James Mikesell Cadet James N. Mikesell, son of retired Navy Cmdr. and Mrs. Willard L. Mikesell of 6675 W. Lawrence High­ way, Charlotte, MI has completed a U.S. Air Force ROTC field training en­ campment at Bergstrom Air Force Base, Texas. Field training, attended by cadets normally between their second and third year of college, gives an op­ portunity to evaluate each student’s potential as an officer, according to Air Force spokesman. The summer’s curriculum consists of orientations on jet a ircraft, c areer opportunities, human relations education and equal op­ portunity training. Physical fitness and survival training is also emphasized. The field training is four weeks, but cadets in the twoyear ROTC program receive an additional two weeks of instruction in the develop­ ment of air power and the contemporary Air Force. Mikesell is a student at Michigan State University, East Lansing. The Maple Valley Schools today announced its policy for free and reduced price meals for children unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch or Commodity School Programs. The following household size and income criteria will be used for determining eligibility: TOTAL FAMILY SIZE 1 <■ 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Each additional family member B. SCALE FOR REDUCED PRICE MEALS A SCALE FOR FREE MEALS YEAR MONTH WEEK YEAR MONTH 6,825 9,165 11,505 13,845 16,185 18,525 20,865 23,205 4-2,340 569 764 959 1,154 1,349 1,544 1,739 1.934 4-195 132 177 222 267 312 357 402 447 -1-45 9,713 13,043 16,373 19,703 23,033 26,363 29,693 33.023 4-3,330 810 1,087 1,365 1,642 1,920 2,197 2,475 2.752 4-278 WEEK 187 251 315 379 443 507 572 636 4-65 Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free or reducedprice meals. Application forms are available at the school offices. To apply for free or reduced-price meals, households should fill out the form and return it to the school. Additional copies of the application form are available at the principal's office in each school. Households should answer all questions on the form. An application which does not contain all of the following information cannot be processed by the school: (1) the total household income AND the amount and source of income received by each household member (such as wages, child support, etc.) OR the household's food stamp case number if the household is on food stamps; (2) names of all household members; (3) social security numbers of all household members 21 years of age or older, or the word "none" for any adult household member who does not have a social security number; and (4) the signature of an adult household member. The information provided by the household is confidential and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility and verifying data. Applications may be verified by the school or other officials at any time during the school year. If children are approved for free or reduced price meal benefits, the household must report to the school increases in household income over $50 per month ($600 per year) and decreases in household size. Households may apply for benefits at any time during the school year. If a household is not currently eligible but has decrease in household income, an increase in household size or if a household member becomes unemployed, the household should fill out an application at that time. In certain cases foster children are eligible for these benefits regardless of the household's income. If a household has foster children living with them and they wish to,apply for free or reduced-price meals for them, the household should contact the school for more information. Under the provisions of the policy Building Principal will review applications and determine eligibility. Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. The houshold also has the right to a fair hearing. This can be done by calling or writing the following official Carroll J. Wolff, Supt. 517-852-9699. Each school and the Administration Office have a copy of the complete policy, which may be reviewed by an in­ terested party. In the operation of the child feeding programs no child will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or handicap. If any member of a household believes they have been discriminated against, they should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985 — Page 12 Chaffee chosen to head CF effort The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has appointed Marilyn Chaffee to be the Chairman of the 1985 “Breath of Life” Campaign in Nashville. Cystic Fibrosis, an in­ curable genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system, is the number one genetic killer of children and young adults in the country. September has been designated by the National Health Council as the month for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation to promote their educational and fund raising campaign. National CF Week is September 15-21. Chaffee will organize the campaign to raise money for research, diagnosis, education and treatment Cystic Fibrosis. Gene Riley, State Cam­ paign Chairman, reports that “Cystic Fibrosis (CF) kills more children each year than diabetes and muscular dystrophy com- bined. Every day, an average of five American children are bom with cystic fibrosis and three die from it. We all need to lean more about CF to extend the length and quality of life for children with this disease." Cystic Fibrosis Week is an opportunity to become aware of the many symp­ toms of CF. CF causes the body to produce an abnormal amount of glue-like mucus that clogs the lungs and intestines, resulting in severe breathing and digestive problems. Research and treatment techniques have helped prolong the lives of people with CF, but there is still no test to identify the ap­ proximately 10 million Girl Scout uniforms sought As the scouting programs get underway in the Nashville arefa for the Fall, uniforms are being sought. Local student part of music, computer class Jacqueline Erwin of Nash­ ville recently participated in the “Diversity in Music and Computer Applications” Institute held at Saginaw Valley State College. The Institute was designed Americans who are carriers of the CF gene. “Solutions to the puzzle could be found tomorrow,” Gene Riley said, “but today thousands of children and young adults in this country literally are fighting for the breath of life.” To increase public awareness of CF, the Michigan chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will be conducting a door-todoor campaign to distribute information and solicit funds. For more information about Cystic Fibrosis, write the Cystic Fibrosis Foun­ dation of Greater Michigan, 104 N. Washington Avenue, Saginaw, Michigan 48607. for gifted students and combines ensemble and theory work with programming and musical applications of computers. Participating students were selected by intermediate school districts and nominated to the State Department of Education, which oversees the institute. Miss Erwin is a student at Maple Valley High School, and her activities include being a member of the school student council, marching band, concert band and the jazz band. She has been on the school honor roll for three years, has received the Blue Lake Scholarship and has participated in the first divisions in solo ensemble. She hopes to attend a four year college and major in business management and minor in music. Erwin is the daughter of Wes and Mary Ann Erwin. If you have had daughters in Girl Scouts and have outgrown uniforms, there will be a uniform equipment sale, Tuesday, August 20, from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. during scout night. Please put your name, address, phone and price on each article for sale and drop them off at Ann Taylor’s home during the day Tuesday or take to the Community Center at Putnam Park during scout night. Putnam Library Fund still growing The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week in memory of Elva M. Goodson from Darwin and Dorothy McClelland and Ruth Brown. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. HAYES GREEN BEACH HOSPITAL SPECIALTY CLINICS Nashville girl scouts will be serving homemade ice cream at their scout night at Putnam Park in Nashville tonight. Shown-are Dalaina McGhan, Jenny Mittelstaedt and Holly Taylor. Nashville Scout Night is tonight Mothers, scouts and levels of scouting - Daisys, prospective scouts are in­ Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes vited to be a part of tonight’s and Seniors - will be giving a Scout Night at Putnam Park short talk on programs and aims of scouting. A movie in Nashville. Four troops will be sup­ will be available for those plying home-made ice cream interested. Girls presently in scouting and toppings. Leaders from the various are encouraged to attend as are their mothers. Girls who wish to become scouts please try to come to learn about all scouting has to offer. Ice cream will be served from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by the discussion on scouting. Enrollment beginning for MV's Adult Education Maple Valley Adult Education classes will begin Monday, September 9, with enrollment already underway. The classes that are required for a high school diploma such as English, history, science, math, etc., will be held in the daytime at Mead-O-Acres Community Center Building on Thor­ napple Lake Road and in the evenings t the high school. Other classes will also be offered in the evenings at the high school Auto Mechanics will be taught by Pat Powers mr on Monday evenings. This class will be helpgul whether you want to work on your own car, or if you would like to choose Auto Mechanics as a vocation. Wood shop will be taught on Tuesday evenings by Bill Kipp. In this class, students will be given basic operational and safety' in­ struction of the equipment. The basics will be taught in measuring, cutting, sanding and finishing. Office procedures and machine opertions, typing, accounting, and buisness '« nmar x"f80sgK, tnr mM* tnr tbt communications will also be offered this fall. These classes are free to adults without their high school diploma and free to graduates under 20 years of age. Others may take this class for a small fee. For further information, or to enroll, call the com­ munity education office at 852-9275, or stop in at the office, located in the high school. inr ,-Kaas^ mr Ot^ aXMIXXX Bobbie’s Unique Nail Sendee ft NEW ADDRESS: 131 S. STXfrE ST., NASHVILLE One Block East of Cappon Shell p.* Phone 1-517-852-0940 — DIANA’S — licensed Manicurist Back-to-School Specials For Clinic Appointment Coll B43-10S0, ut. 404 or 402 Have you heard about our new reduced rates in the Emergency Room? You may be eligible for minimum fee of $25 for non-emergency medical conditions. 321 E. Harris St., Charlotte y ri PERMS Prices from ’17.50 and Up All NAIL /OO EXTENSIONS with Diana Back-to-School TANSOEOO DIANA KUEMPEL YOU BETI 10 VISITS............................ YOU WOMB ' J"*’ ’’mar’ •ua- ’‘•tsw* JBU moonor MMMW ‘ -Jtj CHERYL VALDIC!K I urn. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985 — Page 13 Cole-Graham repeat vows July 6 Wedding vows of Christina Lee Cole and Stewart Alan Graham, Jr. were solem­ nized ih the First United Methodist Church on July 6, in Ada, Ohio. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cole, Jr. of Ada and the groom’s parents are Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Graham, also of Ada. The candlelight double ring ceremony was per­ formed by Reverend Stephen Gill. Prior to the ceremony, a program of nuptial music was provided by Ronald McCarty, organist; Molly Coe, flautist; and Megan Shult, violinist. Escorted to the altar by her father, the bride wore a gown ofwhite organza with a fitted bodice enhanced with seed pearls and sequins, and a Queen Ann neckline. The bishop sleeves were trim- med with reembroidered Alecon lace medallions. The gown featured a chapel length train edged with a lace-trimmed ruffle. A matching bandeau, enc ha need with seed pearls, and a dance-length veil was born by the bride. The bridal bouquet consisted of a cascade of white stephanotis three white orchids and trimmed with lace ribboa Attending the bride as maid of honor was Kim Parsons, friend of the bride.Other attendants were Melanie Cole, sister of the bride, Elizabeth Graham, sister of the groom, Stacie Wake and Sandy Praise, friends of the bride. Heather Cole, cousin of the bride, was flower girl. The honor attendant wore a tea length gown of pale taffeta with pink a sweetheart neckline and offthe-shoulder puffed sleeves. The other attendants wore matching dresses of dusty rose. Performing the duties of best man was Douglas Fisher, friend of the groom. Guests were seated by Steve Strimphel, Dan Drake, Jamie Watkins, and Jeff Lawhome, all friends of the groom. Trent Graham, cousin of the groom, was ringbearer. Immediately following the a ceremony, dinner reception was held at the Milano Club, Lima. Following a wedding trip to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, the couple will reside at 22 Lakeshore Dr. Apt. 20, Cincinnati, OH. The bride is a 1985 graduate of Ohio Northern University in pharmacy and is employed by Rite Aid drug stores in Cincinnati. Her husband, also a 1985 graduate of Ohio Northern University in finance, will be attending graduate school at Xavier University in Cin­ cinnati. Footnote: The Stewart Graham family were residents of Nashville and Olivet before moving to Ada, Ohio eight years ago. The groom’s grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Graham of Nashville and Mr. and Mrs. Verne Gutchese of Dowling. Snowden-Krouse wed bouquet of red and white Jarrard of Nashville, Mrs. roses and baby’s breath. John Wixson of Florida, Mr. Sandra Dies, lister of the and Mrs. Arthur Esch of bride, was maid of honor Perrington, and Ann Krouse, with Jeanette James, Carol sister of the groom, and Lamie and Deb Corkins, Godparents of the bride, Mr. friends of the bride, as and Mrs. Ray Baker of bridesmaids. Flowergirl was Rising Sun, Ohio. Brandi Dies, niece of the Following the ceremony, a bride. reception was held at the Rick Fay, friend of the Maple Leaf Grange in Nash­ groom, was best man. ville with Mr. and Mrs. Groomsmen were Rick Gerald Edgecomb and Mr. Krouse, brother of the and Mrs. Ray Cousins, groom, Dan Snowden, friends of the couple, as brother of the bride, and hosts and hostesses. Helpers David Conia, friend of the and servers were Kelly couple. Dennis Randall and Cooper, Tammy James, Dennis Snowden, cousins of Judy Williams, Dorothy the couple, were ushers. Williams, Barbara James, Ringbearer was John and Albert Owen, friend of Jarrard, cousin of the bride. the couple. Music was Organist was Deb Cooley provided by Party Down. with Julius Maurer and Sue Rehearsal supper was held Bahs as soloists. Attending at the home of Mr. and Mrs. the Guestbook was Dawn Richard Krouse of Hastings. Mr. and Mrs. Dean Krouse Krouse, sister of the groom. Honored guests of the honeymooned in Upper couple were grandparents Michigan and presently live Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence in Minnesota. ntnfa^ tsstasBis i*B^i htHiihnhii K1M raiim. KISS tall JI 11'1)1 luuiljitta! (run 33 iiMi 35?! ? ftft tft ! ikd* *, i.,4 r*t LifrdW®48 48 Valdick-Kent united Denise L. Valdick and John A. Kent were united in marriage on Saturday, May 11, at the United Congretational Church of Charlotte. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Valdick of Vermontville. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Kent of Nash­ ville. The bride was escorted to the alter by her father. The Reverend William Trump officated the double ring cermony. The bride, wore a chapel length dress of white taffeta. The maid of honor was Cheryl Valdick, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids were Lorraine Mix, friend of the bride and Brenda Valdick, sister of the bride. The flowergirl was Tonya Swiger, cousin of the bride. The best man was Terry Pierce, friend of the groom. The groomsmen were Brad DeCamp, friend ofthe groom and Jeff Hynes, brother-in­ law of the groom. The ringbearer was Joey Shook, cousin of the groom. Serving as ushers were Mark Valdick, brother of the bride, and Scott Kent, cousin of the groom. Tending the guestbook were Kristine Hynes and Teresa Kent, sisters of the groom. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hummel and Mr. and Mrs. Louis Madry served as host and hostess. The reception, im­ mediately following the ceremony, was held at the Charlotte Armory. Special Guests were the brides grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Swiger and Mrs. Ammie Valdick, and the grooms grandmother Mrs. Joseph Smith. After a honeymoon trip to Florida, the couple now resides in Nashville. Denise Snowden and Dean flounced lace hem extended Krouse exchanged wedding into a chapel length train and vows on Saturday, June 29 at matching veil. She carried a St. Cyril Catholic Chruch in Nashville. The double ring ceremony was performed by Father Cletus Herman. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Snowden of Vermontville and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Krouse of Hastings. The bride, escorted by her father, wore a white satin A. 8' Picnic Table floor length gown featuring a stand up schiffli em­ B. Patio Table & 4 Chairs broidered neckline, juliets sleeves with lace and C. Glider Chair simulated pearls adorning the close fitting bodice. The D. Lawn Glider WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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Edith was a Chartei member of the Commission, organizing Archives, researching genealogy, a dedicated worker. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE All Prices Cash & Carry. Tax Not Included. LUMBER YARD DELIVERING-PLANNING-ESTIMATING-SAVING Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 20, 1985 — Page 14 Physician care being limited by lawsuit threat Michigan residents are finding it increasingly dif­ ficult to obtain services such as surgery, obstetrics and intensive care from their family physicians. The situation is deteriorating equally in rural and urban areas. Those are major findings of a summer survey for the Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) and Michigan Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP). The survey measured the impact upon medical care of skyrocketing professional liability lawsuits, set­ tlements and insurance premiums. It is the second such survey by Michigan State University Professor Martin Block, PhD. The first Obituary Robert J. Hunter Robert J. Hunter, 62 of 252 S. Charlton Pk. Rd. died Monday August 19, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Services are pending at Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes of Nashville. measured the effects of the professional liability situation upon services provided by Michigan ob­ stetricians - gynecologists. “We have found that our state’s family physicians are quitting these specialized services because of the threat of lawsuits,” said MAFP Immediate Past President C. Edward Cotton, MD, Marcellus. The number of professional liability claims filed against MAFP members 'has increased by more than 50 percent bet­ ween 1982 and 1984. Over half of the 865 active MAFP members practice in rural areas or small towns. “These are areas where there are not as many surgeons or obstetricians specializing in these ser­ vices,” reminds Doctor Cotton. “There will be people in those areas who can’t get services.” Fifty percent of all MAFP members report delivering babies as part of their practice in the last five years. Of these, two-thirds say the have already stopped -delivering babies, plan to Engagements daughter Diann Lynn to Michael Richards, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Richards of Vermontville. The couple are being married in Ed­ more, October 5, 1985. Drake-Devine Shepardson-Richards Mr. and Mrs. Donald Shepardson of Six Lakes are pleased to announce the engagement of their Arthur Drake of Nashville is pleased to announce the engagement of his daughter, Airman Debra Ann Drake, to Airman Daniel Edward Devine, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Devine of Enfield, Conn. Debra is a 1981 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Debra and Daniel are both serving in the U.S. Navy at NAS Point Mugu, California. An October 19, 1985 wedding date is being planned. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at • Carl’s Market • Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy stop soon or will at least reduce the number of deliveries. Yet most of the MAFP members who deliver babies say they would prefer to continue that service. “It’s the two years of agony that a lawsuit entails, not the size of settlements or premiums, that deter us,” said B.J. Woodley, MD, Trenton, current MAFP president. The survey also found that family physicians are reducing surgeries and in­ tensive care medicine due to the threat of lawsuits in these higher risk areas. Nearly all MAFP members say they practice more percent in their liability defensive medicine. The accelerating rate of insurance premiums in 1984 increase in family and 48 percent so far in 1985. physicians’ professional They pay an average $6,600 liability insu ra nee annual insurance premium. “When there is a decline of premiums is more evidence of the increasing severity of service as shown by these the problem, reports Doctor two recent surveys (more than half the state’s certified Block. Family physicians ex­ obstetricians report they are perienced increases of 31 ending the delivery of babies due to liability problems),” points out MSMS President Richard J. McMurray, MD, Flint, “the cost of service will go up. Eaton Rapids and Delta “That is why physicians Township from 6 a.m. to 6 are making every effort to p.m. Monday through find legislative relief to the Friday. state’s professional liability EATRAN’s “Inter-City problems. We want to ensure Scheduler” is available by that our patients can con­ contacting the EATRAN tinue to receive the best office. quality medial care.” EATRAN provides guide EATRAN, Eaton County’s public transportation ser­ vice, has recently introduced an “Inter-City Scheduler,” The "new “scheduler” outlines daily pre-scheduled trips between all Eaton County communities. “We’re very excited to have this information available for the public in an easily understood format” said Debra Williamson, EATRAN’s manager. “We’ve had many requests for a “schedule”, but since EATRAN is mainly a demand-response transit serivce it’s been difficult to provide a printed schedule up till now.” In the “Scheduler” trips made on a daily basis are listed along with approximate pick-up times, drop-off times. “Times may vary slightly due to the number of riders and weather or road conditions,” said Williamson. “Reser­ vations are required for all EATRAN pick-ups other than on the Delta Township Rt. No. 16 that travels on a timed basis from bus stop to bus stop along the West Saginaw business corridor. In addition to the pre­ scheduled trips listed in the “Inter-City Scheduler,” other trip times may be available dependent on daily service demand. EATRAN buses also provide a dial-a-ride service to Grand Ledge, Charlotte, ERNEST NASH State Representative Lunches increased, continued at25-centsand reduced price lunches for qualifying students will remain 40­ cents. The board also approved a bid from Roelof Dairy for milk to be sold at the schools. The bid for white milk was 13.8 cents; chocolate milk 14.8 cents; two-percent white milk 12.8 cents and twopercent chocolate is 13.8 cents. In other board business, the annual truth in taxation hearing was held, as required in order for the school district to collect the additional .0050 mills brought about by the in­ crease in property valuation. This increases the district’s levied operational mills to 25.01. Howard Yost, principal of Kellogg and Fidler Street Schools in Nashville recommended to the board that the fifth grade class be operated in two sections, rather than three, this coming school year, noting that enrollment is con­ siderably down from last year. Concensus by the board was to have the two classes at Kellogg Elementary unless enrollment increases. In that case, consideration will be given to a split 5th-6th grade class besides the twofifth grade sections. Fifth grade enrollment is estimated at 51 for the coming year. Board member Dale Ossenheimer presented a motion to the board that was approved 5-1, for the superintendent of schools to develop a five-year plan forecast which will address the needs of the Maple Valley Schools and estimate costs. The plan is to be presented to the board no later than January, 1986. During board discussion prior to voting, Ossenheimer said, “I really personally feel this (plan) is one way to get definite goals for the next five-years concerning transportation, curriculum...” Ossenheimer said that by studying historical data from the shool’s past years, a future projection or forecast can by made for the next five-years. The board has scheduled special meetings to be held August 20,21 and 22, to begin at 7 p.m. for the purpose of having a tenure hearing regarding charges made against Maple Valley Junior­ Senior High School teacher Charles Gillmore. The hearing will be conducted by an attorney, and will be held in closed session. Wolff stressed the im­ portance of board at­ tendance at the hearings, noting that they will serve as the jury in the case. Ossenheimer added that “This is probably the most critical thing we will ever be involved in as a board.” It was approved by the board to engrave a plate on a Commodore 64 computer donated by Carolyn Newton to Fuller Street School, in memory of deceased Maple Valley teacher Marjorie Slout. The plate will say, “In memory of Marjorie Slout. She Cared.” In other action, the board: —Approved a loan ap­ plication to be submitted to the Michigan Department of Educaiton, requesting ap­ proval to borrow a maximum of $525,000 for operational purposes. — Accepted the resignations of Nancy Bradley, Maplewood teacher and Maplewood teacher’s aide Mary Erwin and ap­ proved a child care leave for Anne Byrne for one-year. —Agreed to recall elementary teacher June Wallace on a full-time basis instead of half-time with a salary of $18,259, and ac­ cepted an elementary contract for Debra Cooley as a full time elementary teacher at Maplewood. Her salary will be $14,104. —Accepted the resigantion of Maplewood special education teacher Linda Hansen who will be teaching in Greenville. —Accepted a bid of $1,322.38 for blacktop repair at Fuller School from Reith Rieley. Next column over—• Worker’s Comp Reform Bill Challenged In Court The debate over the constitutionality of the recently ap­ proved workers’ compensation reform bill is moving into the courtroom. The measure, passed on July 30, is being challenged in a suit by the Michigan Civil Service Commission. Members claim a provision in the law removing administrative law judges from civil service is unconstitutional. They contend that removing 38 people from jobs as hearing officers violates a section of the Michigan Con­ stitution of 1963. The reform bill intends to convert the law judge positions to unclassified personnel. Proponents of the bill feel that the Legislature had the authority to make the approved changes and that the statute is constitutional. . Controversy has surrounded the bill since it was first introduced in the state Legislature. After two months of debate, and weeks of difficult negotiations, lawmakers approved the measure in a special legislative session on July 30. Should the measure be found unconstitutional, many of the reforms in the bill would be also become invalid. $10 Million “Clean Michigan” Program Announced Applications for $10 million in funds for the new “Clean Michigan” program, the state’s first comprehensive solid waste resource recovery program, will be accepted beginning October 1. The program, recently approved by the Legislative, will promote alternatives to landfills and help change Michigan’s approach to waste management. Local governments, waste management businesses and nonprofit organizations can apply to the Department of Natural Resources between October 1 and November 15. The applications will be screened by an advisory panel during December and funds will be awarded in January. The largest share of the funds, $2.4 million, has been set aside for closing of municipal landfills that fail to comply with state regulations. Another $2.1 million has been set aside for capital recycling grants and operating subsidies. School board meets —Approved increasing the pay for substitute teachers to $45 per day, then $50 per day for ten-days or more in the same teaching assignment. Previously, substitutes were paid $37.50 per day and $42.50 per day if teaching in the same teaching position for ten days or more. Jim Bryans of the athletic boosters presented a check to Board President David Hawkins for $4,114.97 for spring sports. Bryans annouced that the boosters plan to purchase a new scoreboard for the Fuller Street School football field. The board scheduled a workshop session for Sep­ tember 30 at 7 p.m. in the Maplewood all-purpose room. Hawkins called the meeting in order for the board to discuss matters without taking action. Maple Valley golf team starts practice today Practice for the Varsity and J.V. golf team will begin Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 1 p.m. at Mulberry Fore. You must have your physical card turned in before you can practice. Take care your booster donation before the first day ofschool Aug. 27. If you have any questions call coach Booker (726-1006). Seventh grade girls baketball coach needed The Maple Valley seventh grade girls basketball team is in need of a coach for the upcoming season. If in­ terested contact athletic director Larry Lenz at 852­ 9275 or 852-9553. �the Most Beautiful Day of ^our laife start with the finest WEDDING STATIONERY choose from our selection of • WEDDING INVITATIONS • WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS • THANK YOU CARDS • RECEPTION CARDS • NAPKINS • WEDDING MATCHES • ACCESSORIES Sample books may be taken out overnight for selection at your convenience raliiiler �PORK GO& GREAT CENTER CUT Pork Chops LB. Mixed Pork Chops Country-Style Ribs Smoked Picnics LB. 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AUGUST 24. 1985. At Your Shoppers Review Store LIMIT I WITH Sll).(M) PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER. WINE & TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EX­ PIRES SATURDAY. AUGUST 24. 1985. Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-09-03.pdf 820317168a87a2c93993686122cfae4d PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY .& . church street bulk rath Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 PAID U.S. POSTAGE} Hastings, Michigan 49058 “ERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 8 — Tuesday, September 3, 1985 Vermontville Council gets petitions against teen dance facility Vermotnville Mayor Sue Villaneuva states the facts at Wednesday's special council meeting, called to discuss the views of residents concerning a teen dance planned by the Carpenter’s Den for August 31. Plans for a teen dance at the Carpenter's Den in Vermontville drew major concern with local citizens, and attracted the attention of Lansing's Channel 10 News, who sent reporter Mike Merrill and a photographer to cover the story after learning of the petitions being circulated against the dance. Despite the 366 signatures on petitions presented to the Vermontville council, plans by the Carptenter’s Den to hold a teen dance Saturday apparently could not be stopped. At a special meeting of the village council Wednesday, the petitions were presented before the members con­ taining 366 signatures. of residents in the Maple Valley area, against the dance being held in the bar’s banquet facility. Bar owner Marquita Charnes, who first requested permission of the village council August 1 to hold the. activity, said she was “shocked” at the oppostion to her plans. Although it was later learned by the mayor that council permission was not required, Charnes said she went to council “as a matter of courtesy so the people of the town could know what is going on.” Nearly 75 to 80 people attended the council’s special meeting, called for the purpose ofdiscussing the dance and to let concerned citizens voice their opinions. Some indicated they supported the idea of the youth activity, but did not approve of the place it was being held. Others saw nothing wrong with Charnes’ plans to entertain the local teenagers and yet others argued the entire concept was out of line and should be abolished. Many in support of the dance'did, however, note that they did not feel comofortable with the fact that the activity would allow Lock and Key Show this weekend the younger 12-year-olds to attend along with the older teens. Although many attending the meeting reported that when they were first approached with petitions, they were only told the bar was planning a dance for the teenagers, and were not informed of the stipulations outlined by the Vermontville Township Police to be followed by the bar during the dance. Some, upon later learning of the rules set for the dance, then supported the idea. “I was as vehemently against it as anyone,” said Bea Gillaspie at Wednesday’s meeting. “Then I started reading the started reading stipulations and I thought it was great.” COUNCIL, conf, page 2 The second two-day lock and key show will be held in Nashville this Saturday and Sunday at the Maple Grove Township Building. Collectors from around the country are expected to attend. Shown here at a previous Nashville show is Robert Mason of Camden. 75 to 80 people attended the special meeting of the Vermontville council Wednesday, to express opinions concerning the teen dance. People not only packed the village hall, but stood outside the windows to see and hear the discussions. The second two-day Southern Michigan Lock and Key Show will take place this Saturday and Sunday at the Maple Grove Township Building in Nashville. Show organizer Homer Snow said about 12 lock and key collectors from around the Midwest are expected to attend the Nashville show, the only one ever held in Michigan. . The collectors, whose displays will be open to the public at 9 a.m. both days, will be able to sell unwanted locks and keys, as well as to trade and barter between themselves. Snow noted that lock and key collectors are somewhat of a rarity, and that Nash­ ville is the only town in the Midwest that has as many as three collectors living in the same town, with the ex­ clusion of Chicago. Having had only three previous shows in Nashville, Snow said the first two were just one day shows. Last year it expanded to two days and included 18 exhibitors and drew nearly 120 spec­ tators. Snow expects the same turnout for this year’s show. “It just keeps getting bigger,” he said. “Collectors come from all over the country attend. Last year, we had people from California, Oklahoma, Detroit, Ohio, Indianapolis and Chicago.” Snow noted the show gives the collectors a chance to see what each other has found, and to try and barter for a type of lock they are in­ terested in collecting. Snow noted the most sought after locks are ones called “story locks”. They are old, authentic locks that have a particular story behind them. For instance, Snow noted the “Skull and Cross Bone” dates way back, when people supposedly used them to hang on their smokehouse or storage sheds to keep away hungry tramps. The SHOW, continued page 2 �The Maple Volley Mewe. Naville. Tmidey, September 3, 1985 — Pape 2 Craft Nook opens in downtown Nashville store, including Hughes and Judy Joppie. Those wishing to take classes can choose to learn in the group form or on a one-to-one basis with the teacher. Since opening the store August 5, Lea says the store made by her husband, Denny, such as clocks, cabinets, and custom picture frames. The store is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. response from local people has been good. “A lot of people prefer the one-to-one learning method,” said Lea. Lea, who herself has long enjoyed oil painting on canvas and wood and old saw blades, also sells items in her CO.A. menu and coming events Th* Craft Nook recently opened for business In Nashville, located In the back of th* Mirror's Image. Darlene Hughes, left, and Susan Lea, both Maple Valley School bus drivers, operate the store, and along with others, teach craft and basket weaving classes. basket weaving supplies, as By Shelly Sulser If you've been wanting to well as classes to teach learn stenciling, basket­ people how to make crafts. It weaving, crocheting, oil is is located in the back of the painting, or knitting or you Mirror’s Image, at 111 Main just want to purchase a Street in Nashville. The idea for the store unique hand crafted gift, a new store in Nashville called came about when Mirror’s the Craft Nook will fill the Image owner Darlene Hughes, a Maple Valley bill. Owned by Susan Lea, the school bus driver, and Lea, store offers a variety of also a bus driver, were consigned craft items and having coffee one day. Hughes suggested Lea open the craft store, and all the bus drivers -could gather there to make baskets together. “It turned out more people than just bus drivers wanted to make baskets,” said Lea, which gave her the idea of holding classes. Now, some of the school bus drivers are scheduled to teach different crafts in the How can you qualify for disability income that starts when your regular income stops? No problem. Staying financially healthy after an illness or accident can sometimes be rougher than recuperating. That’s why AutoOwners has Disability Income Insurance which qualifies you for payments fast. Just ask your “no problem’’ AutoOwners agent about Disability Income protection. It’s a healthy way to pay the expenses that don’t stop when your regular income does. The, No ~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones Low-cost noon meals are affordable. Food stamps are available for those over 60 accepted. All sites are years of age, and spouse barrier free. even if under 60, at the Sept. 4 - Tuna & Macaroni Commission on Aging salad, tomato wedges, pea & Monday through Friday at cheese salad, bran muffun, 116 N. Michigan Ave., ice cream-Hast., Sing along Hastings and the Masonic with Fern. Temple in Nashville;. Sept. 5 - Sweet & sour pork Monday, Wednesday and with vegetables on rice, Thursday at the United applesauce, fresh fruit— Methodist Church in Delton; Hast, and Nash., BingoMonday, Wednesday and Hast., Hearing clinic. Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Sept. 6 - Country steak in Woodland. Suggested gravy, mashed potatoes, donation is 75 cents, but broccoli, roll, fresh fruitdonations are private and up Hast., Blood pressure clinic— to the individual as to what is Wood., Janice McAlpine from Legal Aid on “Wills . Sept. 9 - Chicken salad, tomato wedges, coleslaw with raisins, blueberry muffin, peach slices—All Sites-Bring your friends week-Nash., Blood Pressure clinic. Sept. 10 - Veal patty in broth, sweet potato mash, green beans, fresh fruit-Nash., film. Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Ann Nehmer replied that, “This community feels it doesn’t have to put its teenagers in a bar to en­ tertain them.” Much concern was also raised as to the activities, such as drinking, that might go on outside the building during the dance, by those attending. For this reason, the council agreed a police officer would check the dance at different times while on duty in the village. While most attending the Wednesday meeting were parents, some teens spoke out in response to the arguments they heard that night. Addressing the adults who had been speaking against the dance, 16-year-old student' Susan Lightner said that “Adults are the ones who do all the wrong in the bars. You made it bad. And you think that the teenagers are going to go and do bad things. I’m very offended by that,” she said. Local farmer Forrest Gardner felt that “if the council was representing the majority of the people and it seems to be that the majority of the people’ are against it, all I see to do is to cancel the dance.” Villaneuva noted that the council could not stop the bar from holding the dance. Following further discussion, at the suggestion of one citizen, the council voted 4-2 to approve the forming of a committee to seek out future places to hold teen activities. In favor were Linda Ramey, Lana Oster, Bill Bailey, Don Lewis and President Villaneuva. Voting against the forming of the committee were Jim and Joyce Peterson. Prior to voting, Charnes commented that “if nothing comes out of this whole thing, at least the kids will have something to do. They didn’t before I stepped forward, and look at the interest I have stirred up.” (Because of an early deadline due the Labor Day holiday, the Maple Valley News is not able to report the results of the teen dance at ther Carpenter’s Den.) ■ COUNCIL, from page 1 Charnes noted there would be six chaperones on hand, and that all liquor would be “under lock and key during the hours of the dance.” Some citizens thought it was in “poor taste” for the dance to be held in a bar, stating that the teens learn soon enough to drink. The main concern seemed to be that the teenagers in Vermontville have no place to go on summer evenings, which Charnes states as her reason for scheduling the dance. One person suggested that those opposed to the dance keep their teens home. Vermontville resident Joe SHOW, from page 1 superstitious hobos would avoid any place the skull and cross bones hung. Collectors wishing to set up a display will be expected to pay a $6.00 space rental fee and to bring their own table covering. Spectators can view the antique locks and keys for a one dollar admission price, which also includes the right to vote for the best display. The collectors will also vote, and first and secdnd place awards will be handed out at a banquet Saturday night in both categories. Lynn Collins and Vern Curtis, both of Nashville, also are avid lock and key collectors, and, along with Snow, often attend the larger shows held in Chicago and Indianapolis each year. • ATTENTION • Maple Valley Band Boosters There will be a meeting for all in­ terested Maple Valley Band Boost­ ers in the band room at’ Maple Valley High School at 7 p.m. Mon­ day, September 9. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. (% mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Au.Mnd.a SyeSrcvhicoeol... 1110 a S a..m.. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. AWANA ... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF DARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday: A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m Sunday School 10:30 a.m PASTOR MARY CURTIS CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................ 7 p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St;, Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. Sunday: 203 N. State, Nashvill P.M. . . Service ervce...... 7 p.m. p.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sat. Mass... 6:30 p.m.Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Sun. Mass . . 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Wednesday Evening: Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l at 6:30 p.m, REV. LEON POHL REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School ..10 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR UHITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UHITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 — Page 3 s 'i &j'S Five surplus foods to be given away Sept. 11 *V ‘m!j % 'A k? Open house set for Hamiltons’ 50th anniversary — Pta hm m u ii. . " * «^tafarefasii JJ ^iklabt, "• Itahtaey.ta W PisitetVitaeuiiff ** Wthetajii "■ ammittee were Jat kpPeta. fcnP™* to roting, Cta iuSMMtal that "i ®j ®k mt of Ife b E2Stag at last the bi1 tave somelhingtodi! |ita ain't before I ta ihl tad, and loot i ues tastlhansH bH tooseofm Kiy Mine doe tie I* tatty, die .fe|it:i rest fasiswtabletif (the nsullsof tbeteafei gte teCarpta’sfel In celebration of the golden anniversary of their parents, the family of Howard and Marion Hamilton of Bellevue are hosting an open house on September 15. The open house will be held from 2-5 p.m. at the Maple Leaf Grange, on M-66, four miles South of Nash­ ville. The couple request no gifts. Howard and the former Marion Callahan were married on September 18, 1935, by Reverend Hoyt, at the Methodist parsonage in Nashville. The Hamiltons have farmed and resided at 10375 Butler Road, Bellevue for the past 48 years. They are members of Pleasantview Family Church of Lacy. They have seven daughters: Laura Avery of Hastings, Phyllis Homan and Neva McMillon of Bellevue, Virginia Ryan and Maxine Pixley of Nashville, Charlene Preston of Mason, and Millie Greenawalt of Battle Creek. They also have 15 grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren. — POSITION OPEN — at... Maple Valley High School — for a —. PART-TIME TEACHERS AIDE 'ENTION* Applications are available at the high school and will be accepted through Friday, September 6, 1985. ,VolleyfcntiB®' nt*’1* ><■ PRECISION Student HAIR CUTS It's a brand new you in school slWh is fall with -a smart new hair style. Come in today for a A real fashion lift. 4 Surplus cheese, butter, honey, rice and flour will be distributed in this area on Sept. 11. Individuals presenting a valid blue Commodity Card at their chosen site, are eligible to receive this food. Individuals with Com­ modity Cards expiring July September 1985 must renew their cards for another year. Cards may be renewed Monday through Friday at the Community Action Agency (220 W. Court St., Hastings), or at the in­ dividual site on distribution day on September 11th. After the September distribution, card renewals, new applications or any changes in address or site may be made at the Com­ munity Action Agency office. To renew their card, person must bring: A. their current blue Commodity Card, and B. verification of their income level and household size. Examples of acceptable forms of income verification include: medicaid cards, social security or pension grant statements, check stubs, or bank direct deposit statements. The income criteria for the program are as follows (Household Size, Gross Montly I Income For Households - Under 60 Years, 60 Years And Older respectively): 1) $569, $700; 2) $764, $940 ; 3) $959, $1,180; 4) $1,154, $1,420; New books at Putman Public Library ready “The Resistance” by Russell Miller. Another Time-Life book about World War II. “The Physicians’ and Pharmacists’ Guide to Your Medicines.” Comprehensive advice for the patient on over 4,000 prescription and overthe-counter drugs. Published by the United States Pharmacopeia! Convention. “Prescription Drugs” by the Editors of Consumer Guide. Everything you need to know about prescriptions, the side effects, saving money, drug contents, how they work and what to ask your doctor. “Joy of Cooking” by Irma Rombauer and Marion Becker. An excellent all purpose cookbook. “Freezing and Canning Cookbook” by the Food Editors of Farm Journal. “Lake Erie” by Harlan Hatcher. Another book in the American Lake Series. ‘‘Attack at Michilimackinac - 1763.” Edited by David Armour. Alexander Henry’s travels and adventures in Canada and the Indian Territories between the years 1760-1764. “Secrets of the Gnomes” by Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen. A fantasy about the life and work of gnomes, based on first-hand ob­ servations by the author and artist who, themselves turned into gnomes, and visited the gnomes in Lapland and Siberia. “War Brides” by Lois Battle. A saga of women who followed their husbands to a new land. ACTION-ADS 157 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0330 COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE Custom programs and lessons. 852­ 1784 Nashville. (10-1) For each additional family member add...$195, $240. Food is available on a firstcome, first-served basis at each site. It is suggested that people bring bags or other containers in which to put the food they receive. To avoid waiting, people are encouraged not to arrive at their food sites until they have opened. This program is coor­ dinated by the Community Action ^Agency of South Central Michigan. The purpose is to see that government purchased food is given to people of lower income in need. This is the eighteenth such distribution since cheese first became available in January 1982. The success of this program depends upon the goodwill and continued donations of time by over 500 volunteers and 50 sites in the CAA’a four-county area. Barry County Distribution Sites And Time As Follows: American Legion Post No. 484, 3801 Hickory Rd., Hickory Corners, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Assyria Township Hall, 8094 Tasker Rd., (at M-66), 9 a.m. to 12 noon. After 60 Club of Mid­ dleville, Middleville Com­ munity Bldg., East Main St., Middleville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Department of Social Servies, 555 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Johnstown Township Fire Station, M-37, near Mill Lake, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Maple Valley Arms, 106 Lentz St., Nashville, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 Norris Road Prairieville,9:30a.m. to3:30 p.m. Sevemth Day Advnetist Community Service Center, 502 Green St., Hastings, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Ambrose Church, 11252 Floria Rd., Delton, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Rd., Woodland, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Francis Church, 11842 W. Nine Mile Rd., Orangeville, 12 noon to 5 p.m. GOOD LUCK LIONS! Beginning Basket Classes Wednesday, Sept. 25, Oct. 2 and 9 9:30-12:30 or 6:30-9:00 p.m. Angel Class Monday, Oct. 7 and 21,7-9 p.m. Cradle Class* Wed., Sept. 11-18; 9:30 am-12:30 pm Wed., Oct. 16-23,6:30-9:00 *To make cradle you must have weaving experience — 15% OFF ON BASKET SUPPLIES — Call for information and reservations ... (517) 852-1862 or (616) 945-3981 Thornapple General Store 201 Main Street, Nashville, Michigan HOURS: Wednesday • Saturday, 10*5 Where there’s more in store for you. �Th* Mapl* VoW*y N*w*. Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 — Poge 4 Looking back to the week's news from 1874 thru 1962 Nashville's new waterworks system was fully operational by Sept. 1892. and reports of gallonage pumped was grist for the local news mill. The 85,000 gallon standpipe tank is at left, atop a hill in what was then known as Waterworks Park.. (In 1911 it was renamed Putnam Park.) The brick pumping station with smoke stack is at right. Promise of a new village waterworks was an incentive for Lentz Table Company to rebuild in 1891 after fire destroyed an earlier plant. (Photo loaned, courtesy Dorothy Hummel Martich) Newlyweds, such a* this unidentified couple, were usually "belled" by male friends of the groom on an evening following the wedding ceremony. The shivaree called for a noisy serenade with cow bells and horns, such as occurred in Sept. 1885 in honor of William Bradley and his blushing bride. The custom of belling newlyweds was observed in Nashville for close to a century. This circa-1900 photo from the Len Feighner collection depicts a home wedding so popular in that era. (Note: Today’s column looks at this week in Nashville history. The following ex­ cerpts are gleaned from the Nashville Ancient History column published in The Nashville News from near the turn of the century into the 1930’s, from the Turning Back the Pages feature of the 1940-60s, and from various early issues of the News.) 1874.. .George A. Truman has moved into his fine new brick store building and now is on his way to New York for a mammoth stock of new goods. He has engaged Mr. R.E. White as head salesman. 1875.. .The wood train again is quartered at Nash­ ville and times are good for all who have the industry to cut and cord wood during the summer. 1876.. .At the school meeting Monday night it was voted to build a new frame building for the primary school department to cost not more than $500 and to be completed within 45 days. The job was let yesterday to Charles Furniss for $489. 1878.. .About 160 acres of the big huckleberry swamp in Maple Grove was burned over the past week. A.P. Cook, a land speculator of Jackson, owns a large tract of the marsh and is taking steps to drain and improve it and put it on the market. 1879.. .Diphteria still prevails in Vermontville, with three new cases this week and one more death. 1880.. .Powles & Knouse are suing the township of Maple Grove for $75 damages to their thresher when it crashed through the bridge east of Lew Emory's corners. 1881.. .Dr. C.W. Wickham, who was only 42 years old, was found dead in his office Saturday afternoon, by John Mix of Kalamazoo, who stepped in for some medicine and found the doctor lying on the floor. It is believed he died of a heart seizure. Dr. Wickham was graduated from the University at Ann Arbor in 1866 and started his practice in Nashville the following year. 1885.. . Thursday evening some thirty old and young men called on William Bradley with cow bells and horns and gave him some sweet music. William invited the company in a treated them to cake and cigars, and introduced his blushing bride. At a late hour the company left, wishing them a long and happy life. 1887.. .A new bridge is being built over the Thor­ napple River west of the village at the place known as Gregg’s Crossing. A primary school building constructed in 45 days in 11876 for the sum of $489 later became the longtime Nashville News office. Builtt on the grounds of today's Kellogg School, it was moved in 1885 to its present Maple Street location by News founder Orno Strong and placed on a 3-ft. foundation. The exterior was later coated with stucco by editor-publisher Len Feighner, at right in this circa-1900 staff photo. The young girl is believed to be Feighner's daughter, Vada. 1891.. .The Lentz Table Company purchased the power plant this week for their new factory, from the Lansing Engine & Iron Works. It will consist of a 100-horsepower boiler and an engine of the same capacity. 1892.. .Up to four o’clock yesterday afternoon the new Nashville water works had pumped 8,000,384 gallons of water. 1898.. .Dr. E.T. Morris has located in Nashville for the practice of medicine. His office is in the Powers building over Liebhauser’s drug store. 1901.. .Nashville is getting to be quite a citified place, with all the modern con­ veniences. C.L. Glasgow informs us that there now are nine homes in the village that have modern hot air furnaces. During the sum­ mer he has installed new furnaces for John Furniss, Chris Marshall and H.C. Glasner. 1903.. .W.E. Shields has commenced manufacturing building blocks of cement, in addition to concrete sidewalk slabs and curbings. 1904. ..School opened Monday with an enrollment of 264, which is the largest in the history of the town. 1905.. .Greene, the tailor, advertises steel gray, in checks, plaids and stripes, at only $17 a suit. 1907.. .Dr. Vance’s new house on Middle Street is well on its way to completion and Von Furniss1 handsome new residence on Queen Street is in the hands of the finishers. 1912.. .D.R. Bassett is advertising his 25horsepower Jackson roadster for sale, and will take a good horse or cole for same. 1923.. .R.H. Olin has opened a Willys-Knight and Overland sales agency in the McLaughlin building. 1925.. .Captain John F. Stowe’s production of his aunt’s famous drama, “Uncle Tom’s Cabin,” will play in Nashville Sept. 17. The company travels in 20 big motor cars and trucks and has a cast of more than 50 people. 1926.. .Herman A. Maurer, Nashville merchant, returned home last week from his European trip, bringing with him his bride, the former Miss Katharine Ehrmann, of Saarbrucken, Germany, to whom he was married July 15. They had a honeymoon trip on the Rhine and spent some time in France before starting home. 1928.. .A house and barn on the Will Hollister farm in Kalamazoo were destroyed by fire started by lightning Monday night. Barns belonging to Andrew Dalback, east of town, and Mrs. Minnie Brandt in Assyria also were struck by lighting and burned. 1929.. .51.ce the merger of the two banks, the Nashville State Bank building is for sale, and there are many who think the village and Castleton Township together should buy it and use the vault for official records and the rooms for official meetings. Only thing in the way is the matter of finance. 1930.. .Dr. E.T. Morris, local health officer, has given Nashville’s milk supply a clean bill of health. 1933.. .8.eaking into the Standard Oil station is getting to be most too regular a thing to suit the owner, Lynn Lor beck, when it comes twice in less than a week. On Friday night thieves broke in a secured about $7 in money and cigarettes and Monday night about $5 in cigarettes, and this second time they also entered Ralph Olin’s garage and took the license plates from Myrlen Strait’s car. Fingerprints were secured on the window of the Lorbeck station and the problem may be solved this time. 1935.. .Receipts at the Hirsch (pickle) station here are good every day and the quality fine, but Monday with the station closed on Sunday - is the banner day. Last Monday the receipts reached the seven-ton mark and as usual were trucked to Hastings for handling in the vats and barrels for dill pickles. 1939.. .The new parallel parking law will become effective in Nashville and other towns on state trunklines Sept. 29, 1940.. .Mr. and Mrs. Claire Greenhoe announce that effective next week the Flo theatre will operate on a basis of seven nights a week. “Mortal Strom,” booked for next weekend, is one of the big pictures of 1940. 1948.. .Len W. Feighner, grand old man of the Michigan newspaper fraternity and former publisher of The Nashville News for 40 years, died at his home here Friday evening at age 86. 1949.. .Nashville’s extensive curb and gutter construction program got underway last week on State Street between Sherman and Maple Streets. In line for completion this fall, weather permitting permng, are a all thee streets in the area bounded Continued next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3. 1985__Page 5 Memories, continued S5S> X Sa > J sas Mli i ’ Mlriie’ ■ *<a$ *<$ ^ k* ft k ft ^^UtimilliiDe ^tiaeia ^tistartiing ** ."7'ma, ."7'ma '®K "®K ®feKta J'S ’ Me» ptBi 11 ten, and Brandt it <.11, „ nt ’ S S tS f aHl y J* H| M •te Iwuu 11 temagerof Miistyj te .Hille Greenhoee aDBa;' aDBa; lf'aW ftiwuairtii taheiJm! taheiJ m! by Sherman Street on the south, Queen on the east, Reed on the north and Main Street on the west. 1950.. .The Hess Funeral Home, owned and operated by one family formore than a quarter century, has been sold by Ralph V. Hess to Joe Otto, a licensed funeral director who has been em­ ployed by Mr. Hess the last four years. The Hess family is moving to Charlevoix, where he has bought a retail furniture business. 1953.. .Nashville’s outboard motorboat enthusiasts, who have performed herculean tasks in the last two years cleaning out the Thornapple River for an excellent half­ mile course...have an­ nounced a program of races for Labor Day afternoon. There will be trophy races for both A and B class craft and a big free-for-all event. Spectators will find a good vantage point at the end of Middle Street, on the villiage property where the old cold storage plant used to stand. 1955.. .Head football coach Chuck Ross reports an all­ time record-breaking number of candidates out for varsity and reserve grid teams, this fall. Uniforms were issued Monday mor­ ning to 66. First varsity game will be with Richland, Friday night, Sept. 16, on the home field. 1962.. .Earl Blake of Nash­ ville was the winner of the feature event in Saturday's Micro Midget races at the local track. Heat winners included Dale Maurer of Nashville. Other local winners were Billy Maker, who won the dash, and Frenchie Bouchard, 'who won the semi-final. Vermontville Historical Society holds Craft Days for local youth The Vermontville Historical Society sponsored craft days for the local children each Saturday during the month of August, with instructors teaching a different craft each week. At the last craft day, held at the historical museum in Vermont­ , ville August 23, Jill Booher showed the kids how to do a craft called candlewick* ing, where knots are made io fabric to form a design. Here, the ten local children who attended practice their newly learned skill. At right, Booher helps a young lad learn candlewicking. It doesn't take long for you adults to finish high school, sign-up now! Many adults who did not finish high school when they were in their teens believe that it will take them years to complete high school as an adult. This is not true. If you are over 18 and do not have your high school diploma you may receive credit toward your diploma for what are called life credit electives. Some examples of these electives are as follows: certified training programs, the GED Equivalency Test,military ®1W aH;k “MdtilSia,’^ ;SBW Mirtai jiK kfitul bigpictirao(8t rftae. Horns, fa, has It's milk lof health. giilo the station is most loo It sal the iMJal if grand oW nil ( Michigan my fraternity al r publisher d He .W Mrtrnfc taetaFte oge It iiiiJiHI lensire tort nil Kkjheii testa a )f i^)t setuid ney aawl construction pfi undervaylasirar WMmSni Maple *111 tffliitiioM" idaviifM permitting, • »and srtmfcw* they also Maple Valley Adults If you are required to attend Adult Education classes, you may at­ tend classes at Maple Valley Adult Education. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ENROLL 852-9275 Call Back-to-School Styles! HAIRCUTS K... $goo g Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET.. SEOO O "The Mirrors image" .JL|I6 HILLOL2 IMiaae.. 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Resulting from the marriage was a new Kathy Randolph, making two Kathy Randolphs, who grew up together, living in St. Johns. Later, Kathleene Ran­ dolph met and fell in love with a young man named Bob Bumgardner from Sunfield, who, coincidently, had a sister named Cathy Bumgardner, also from Sunfield. Following a time of courtship, Bob and Kathleene were married. Behold, a new Kathy Bumgardner emerged, and moved to' Sunfield. “And so for a long time we lived in the same town and got each other’s mail,’’ said Cathy Bumgardner. “And we lived right down the road from each other.” If by now you haven’t become completely con­ fused, there’s more. Read on. “Then,” said Cathy, “I became Cathy Vessecchia and moved to Nashville.” Following Cathy’s marriage to Rick Vessec- chia, another Kathleen entered the picture, marrying Rick’s brother Randy, who lived in Nash­ ville. Now, the two KathyCathy Vessecchias live within one mile of each other in Nashville. “And the more confusing part is, her home address is on Phillips Street and my office address is Phillips Street,” noted Cathy. “We always get each other’s mail. “And then,” explains Cathy, “her husband is R. Vessecchia and my husband is R. Vessecchia, so its easy for anything that goes to R. Vessecchia to go to the wrong place. That’s why I open her mail.” Cathy Ann Vessecchia, chaplain for Barry Com­ munity Hospice and for Pennock Hospital in Hastings, says the only thing that distinguishes her from her sisters-in-law is the “C” at the beginning ofher name. “That’s my whole iden­ tity,” jokes Cathy, who has a sister named Elizabeth. Kathleen Ann Randolph, who still resides in St. Johns, works as an R.N. and named one of her three daughters Elizabeth Kathleen. Kathleen Elizabeth Vessecchia is a registered nurse at Lansing’s Sparrow Hospital, and has a daughter named Elizabeth. Kathleen Elain'e Bumgardner now lives in Grand Ledge and is a beautician. She also attends Nashville Baptist Church and works with Cathy Vessecchia on the ministry team there. “She is one of the right arms of my ministry,” said Chaplain Vessecchia. Although having the same name as someone else does tend to cause problems when outsiders don’t understand, the coincidences don’t bother them. “Thats the great part,” says Cathy. “When you’re so close in a small town, it gets confusing.” Kathy Bumgardner recalls one incident where someone had called her and asked her to sing at a church, thinking she was really Cathy Vessecchia. “I just cracked up. I just sat there and said, I beg your pardon, you don’t want me to sing...are you sure you want me to sing?,” she said. Cathy Vessecchia also remembers a rather baffling incident that occurred at the time of her recent graduation from Bible College, close to the time that Kathy Vessecchia earned her degree from nursing school. “I was getting notes from people because I was graduating,” she recalls, “and I got a note in the mail and I opened it up and it was a congratulations. “I read it and I didn’t know who these people were that sent it. It said congratulations on your graduation.” Cathy went on to say she kept the card until, “it finally dawned on me that it was her (Kathy’s) card.” As the four sat and shared experiences they’ve had through the liknesses of their lives, Kathy Randolph realized her family is sort of an oddity in itself: “It’s like — ENROLL NOW IN — Maple Valley Adult Education High School Completion & Vocational Courses These four sister-in-laws, Kathleen Vessecchia, sitting in front, Kathleene Bumgardner, left, Kathleen Randolph, center, and Cathy Vessecchia, right, have more coincidences in their lives than just their names. in our family, Dawn’s not a very common name, and two of our brothers married Dawns, and there are two • FREE to adults without a high school diploma. 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TUESDAY THURSDAY U.S. History Accounting Typing Intro, to Computer Science Sociology Conversational Spanish Dermatology Dr. Messenger M.D. Thurs. Science Consumers Education Math thru Algebra Wood Shop 852-9275 Wed. Pulmonary ~~“lDr. Gera M.D. MONDAY call — Thurs, Orthopedic |Dr. Fuksa M.D. Dr. Kashyap M.D. Tues. Pre-Natal For Clinic Appointment Call 543-1050, ext. 404 or 402 Have you heard about our new reduced rates in the Emergency Room? You may be eligible for minimum fee of $25 for non-emergency medical conditions. 321 E. Harris St., Charlotte �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 — Page 7 To The Editor: From our readers To the Editor: It seems like all you hear today is, “What’s this world coming to?” There is more than enough wars, murderers, thieves, rapists, and drug smugglers, just to name a few. It’s getting harder and harder for people who have some morals, and who try to do what's right, to have a say in the world let alone in their own town. Nobody’s perfect, mind you, but the world sure is full of people who can’t draw a line between what’s right and what’s wrong, or just don’t want to. And isn’t it amazing how all of this is slowly working it’s way into our small, little community? There have been more robberies, more drug dealing, more people that can’t seem to find a better place than a bar to hold teen dances, and village councils allowing mor immoral events such as the wet Tshirt contests. It seems like the people in the community don’t matter anymore or don’t have a right to their fair say. But people do have the right to send letters “To the Editor”. I’m referring to the Aug. 27 edition. Now there was an example of the fight between right and wrong wasn’t it? Vermontville even hit the Channel 10 News! I was really amazed to see the people who were suppose to be so concerned about all the teen-agers, and finding a place for them to have a dance, weren’t really con­ cerned about all of them. They only thought about the ones that would want to, or whose parents would let them go to a dance held in a bar. And it really made me sick to see concerned people being referred to as a group of “narrow-minded bigots”. The definition of “bigot” is: a person who is utterly in­ tolerant of any creed, belief, or race that is not his own. Well, I think the world “bigot” here can go both ways! It’s too bad that people today can’t respect one another’s views enough to come to an agreement that suits both sides, but that doesn’t usually happen much anymore, that’s why there is so much hate and so much civil wars in the world. Well, all I can say is that it seems like most people feel bad about what’s happening to the world, but what we all have to ask ourselves then is why, little by little, does wrong keep winning out over right? Gina Lehman Vermontville MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner 517-852-9650 Nashville... Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime Vermontville is proud of it’s village and feels that Vermontville was slighted in the Sunday, August 11, 1985 edition of Lansing Is— Newcomers Guide to the Lansing Area in the magazine section of the Lansing State Journal. The article was entitled “Eaton County Has the Best of Rural and City Flavor.” Vermontville has population of only 853 residents, yet it can qualify right along with the larger villages and cities in Eaton County for favorable mention in a number of areas: Vermontville has four authenticated historical sites within the village limits, namely the Museum­ Academy, Opera House, Congregational Church and Methodist Church. Of the three remaining opera houses in the state of Michigan, the one in Ver­ montville is the only one being used at this time. The Congregational Church was ordained in 1838 and is the oldest established Congreagtional Church in Michigan. It was recently endowed with a beautiful set of Carillons. Vermontville has a village square or park fully equipped with picnic tables and playground equipment which was donated by various local organizations. The grills were placed in the park by Vermontville’s Park and Recreation Committee some years ago. The village square is retained for government, religion, education and recreation as ascribed by the original Charter. Vermontville is the home of the original Maple Syrup Festival which was held in 1940 and has been an annual event since then. Ver­ montville is one of the leading producers of pure maple syrup products in Michigan and Michigan is third in the nation. Vermontville has a very Letters cont. on page 14 Register for Micro Business conference Home businesses of all kinds will be exhibited at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Flint, Nov. 1 and 2. The twoday Micro Business Con­ ference for Home Business Owners offers a choice of twenty-four classes and speakers to help home business owners improve their management skills. Conference participants will have the opportunity to exhibit their products for the general public to view both days of the conference. Keynote speakers will be Sam Baker, MSU Personnel and Employee Relations Director, speaking on “How to be the best boss you’ve ever had”. Wendy Lazar, co­ founder of the National Alliance “of Homebased Businesswomen, will speak on the status of home businesses around the United States. Registrations and Class descriptions can be picked up at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service Office. competent volunteer fire department and ambulance service and still maintains and local post office, library and elementary School, kindergarden through sixth grade. Vermontville also has several centennial homes. In the past there have been tours of these homes and a tour is tentatively being planned in 1986 as Ver­ montville will be having its sesquicentennial celebration at that time. Vermontville has a village president and village council and has the distinction of having more women on the council now than ever before in the history of Ver­ montville and the village participates in the state-wide Mayor Exchange Day Program held annually. Vermontville is unique in that with only 853 population it supports a chamber of commerce, historical society, Maple Syrup Association, American Legion Chapter, Lions Club, home Extension group, garden club, women’s club, along with various church affiliations. Vermontville has three active participating churches. Vermontville is also the home of one of the largest, most complete modern campgrounds in Eaton County. Respectfully submitted, Patricia A. 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Scents ■466 SLIM-FAST 16 ounce Slinw^tt Asst- Flavors Menthol Spray 15 ml ■495 019 I 15 ml LUBRIDERM Lotion 16 oz. Scented/Unscented ■’•J7T COCOA*** 479 Maple Valley Athletic Boosters MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA Maple Valley Adult Education at... 852-9275. for adults offered during the day and evening. Call: 207 MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone... 852-084S �Th* Mopl* Valley N*wi, Nashville. Tuesday. September 3. 1985 — Page 8 Glory days past for Maple Valley Lions football team? Lions! For the first three years in the life of the Southern Michigan Athletic Association, Maple Valley's football team was a force to be reckoned with. Lion teams won one cham- pionship and lost a second on a last-second desperation heave. This year, however, the cast of characters will be radically different and so, unfortunately, may be the end results. Guenther Mittelstaedt takes over the varsity job and brings with him an impressive 45-5-1 record after five years of coaching the Lions' junior varsity squad. He’ll assume a team which lost five of its seven linemen and its entire back- field and which compiled a As a result, Mittelstaedt isn’t particularly concerned disapointing 4-4-1 mark. Still, Mittelstaedt has with winning a league title in waited a long time for a 1985. crack at a varsity coaching “I don’t approach it«(the job and he doesn’t expect season) that way,” he says. SMAA teams to walk over “We’ll do our best and take whatever is dealt to us. I Maple Valley. “I’m excited about it,” don’t know where that will says Mittelstaedt of the get us and I don’t worry that season which begins this much about it.” Mittelstaedt says the Friday when the Lions en­ tertain Class D power strength of his team will lie Fowler. “The easy part of in two areas: the line and a coaching is getting ready for deep receiving corps. the season. The problems Seniors Scott Villanueva (5­ start when the games start.” 10, 230) and Mike Siple (6-3, One factor in his favor is 205) along with Marty Smith that Mittelstaedt has (6-1, 165) head the defensive coached literally all the line returnees while junior current varsity players — in newcomer Drew Pixley (5­ fact this group of players 10, 220) and senior returnee won a jayvee championship Mark Hess (5-10, 170) head the defensive line. two years ago. Still, Mittelstaedt realizes “They stay low and hit the transition from junior well,” says Mittelstaedt of varsity to varsity ball is his defensive line. “They great. And this year’s work at it.” assembled Maple Valley He also likes the a trio of talent doesn’t match what junior receivers in Brian Lions fans have seen on Ainsworth, Scott Carpenter, Friday nights the last three and Adam Brumm along seasons. with senior returnee Greg “No, it’s not what we’ve Tilley (5-10, 158). had the last two or three Other returning senior years,” admits Mittelstaedt. Lion letterwinners include “We’ve been much, much stronger in the past.” Continued next page IU11 M V R VII; Oct. 11 Oct. 18 Oct. 25 Nev. 2. Kai. Christian oGefem LIONS .. These area merchants support the LIONS year-round! LET'S SUPPORT THESE MERCHANTS... Sweet and How Good 650 S. Main Vermontville Ph. 726-0652 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Main St. Vermontville & Nashville Ph. 726-0181 & 726-0555 Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods, Inc. Big George's Party Store 105 N. Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-0713 637 S. Main Nashville Ph. 852-9833 Irene's Beauty shop Bob's Service Shop 204 N. 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Main St. Vermontville Ph. 726-1040 Country Kettle Cafe West Side of Main St. Nashville Ph. 852-1551 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 Page 9 The 1985 Maple Valley football team: (front row left to right) Scott Knoll, Guenther Mittlestaedt, Brian Ainsworth, Mike Smith, Tim Higdon, Matt McClelland, Glenn Ewing, Coach St. Onge, (second row) Scott Villenueva, Mike Siple, Matt Owen, Drew Pixley, Paul Bahs, Coach Spencer, Wendy Huemme (third row) Tim Imes, Mike Burton, Ken Meade, Warren Hale, George Steinbrecker, Jim Bryan, Coach Brandenburg (fourth row) Frank Purchis, Mike Long, Scott Carpenter, Sherman Reid, David Benit, Jim Fuller (fifth row) Matt Coleman, Scott Reid, Marty Smith, Adam Brumm, Mark Hess, Gregg Tilley Jim Bryan (6-2, 210 center), Jim Fuller (5-8, 150 noseguard), Tim Higdon (6­ 1, 170 back) and Ken Meade to repeat their SMAA title. Bronson will be very strong, he says, and Olivet is a darkhorse. How does Maple (5-5, 110 quarterbacklinebacker). Junior Glenn Ewing (5-8, 165 back) also returns. Mittelstaedt says defending champ St. Philip, with almost their entire team back, is the odds on favorite Valley fit into the picture. “I have no idea,” says Mittelstaedt. “I’d hate even to say.” Lion cage team faced with proverbial “rebuilding” year fen Ullli W* a w taj'ik*1 HkM* If* i* hli** * With only three seniors and nine underclassmen, new Maple Valley girls basketball coach Jerry Reese is faced with the proverbial “rebuilding” year. Reese, the Lions’ longtime boys cage coach, tries his hand with the girls team this fall. He has only three seniors on the team and only one, three-year lettermen Carol Lamie, has seen much action in the past. Lamie is a 5-10 post player. Joining Lamie as key returnees are junior swingman Beth Starring (5­ 5), a two-year lettermen, and Dawn Morawski, (5-5), a junior forward. Because of the lack of experience, Reese says three sophomores “will see plenty of action.” Sheri Forell (5-5) is the team’s key ballhandler while Kim Bahs and Kelly Hoefler (both 5-7) will share playing time at one forward position. “All three played well as freshmen on the varsity and should be even better this year,” notes Reese. Promising players up from thq jayvee team are Kim Smith (5-5 junir guard), Ronda Steinbrecher (5-8 sophomore forward-post), and Carmen Hamilton (5-8 junior post). Seniors Cassie Davidson (5-6 post) and Debbie Corkins (5-3 guard) along with Debbie Hull (5-2 junior guard) round out the team. Reese says winning and losing is far from the sole criteria that should be used in judging his teams. The opportunity simply to play is more important. “We will enjoy the op- portunity to compete this fall. It’s a privilege at Maple Valley to have athletics because our programs are totally funded by the hard working Maple Valley Athletic Boosters,” says Reese. “Their extra effort is never overlooked because they are investing time and energy making sure our youth enjoy their high school years.” As for the rest of the SMAA this season, St. Philip and Pennfield usually field strong teams while Bronson and Olivet may be darkhorses. The schedule doesn’t favor Maple Valley as the Lions play six of their first eight on the road. The 1985 Maple Valley girls basketball team: (front row left to right) Beth Starr­ ing, Debbie Hall, Kim Smith, Debbie Corkins, Sheri Forell, Dawn Morowski (back row) Ronda Steinbrecher, Kelly Hoefler, Carmen Hamilton, Carol Lamie, Kim Bahs, Cass Davidson, Jerry Reese �The Maple Volley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday. September 3, 1985 — Page 10 Local high school student studies West Michigan dunes Maple Valley With the fall sports season at hand, all of the practicing are teams at Maple p for Valley their first gearing up for their first games of the 1S8S-86 season The varsity football squad meets its first challenger at home Friday night, when the team faces Fowler at 7.30 n.m. on the Fuller Football Field. The next home game for the Lion gridiron team will take place Friday September 20, against Bellevue. „ . The JV team kicks off its when it goes to fall season September 5, Fowler September 5, followed by the squad s first home game September 12 agTahinestgiOrllsiv ecta.ge squad will try to outscore their first opponent for a victory at tgheitr f,irstf ogllaomwe di nbS y arbaonuacu gt, followed by bouu with Lakewood and Pot Pot-­ terville September 10 and 12, before coming home to play against Middleville on the The boys golf team takes on Lakewood High School tonight for their first match, starting at 4 p.m.at Lakewood. The team wiU go on to meet Pennfield Sept. 4, Bellevue Sept. 5 ad and Springfield Sept. 11, before they come home to try to beatt Bronson-Portland St. Pa Ttsheoon nM hhome aopmlee tturf. Vurafl.ley cross Pats country team will try to run past Olivet September 5 at Oagliavients, t bBeeflolerev ube eSinegp tepmittbeedr against Bellevue September 10 at home. Nashville hosting Muzzleloader Shoot and Encampment Sept. 20,21 The first annual Muz­ zleloader Shoot and En­ campment will be held in Nashville Friday and Saturday Sept. 20 and 21. Both the shoot and en­ campment will involve various muzzleloader clans, some containing several hundred members. The clans will set up camp diagonally behind Nashville Hardware at the Riverside Park, beginning at 5 p.m. Friday. The camp, which will depict how people lived in different eras of the past, will be open to the public to observe on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Also at the campsite, campers will demonstrate how they make certain goods, and will be available for trade to other campers at the campsite. Beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, open shooting matches will be held at the Nashville Gravel Pit until 5 p.m. that evening. There will also be instructors on hand to demonstrate and teach the public how to operate a muzzleloader. On Sunday, the campers will be set up until about 1 p.m. for the public to view. Shoot Organizer Hank Felder of Nashville noted the shooting match is for fun competition, and to a demonstrate the proper usage of the muzzloader. ARE YOU FEARFUL of returning to classes? You can do it! Call Kay at 852-9275. It's FREE. Maple Valley Adult Education LOOKING FOR WORK? Jobs Available Office Industrial Restaurant Help Maintenance Woodworker Bookkeeping Appliance Repair Auto Repair Factory Assembly Sales Child Care "Ruck Driver Seamstress Nurse Aide Custodial Construction Worker * No Cost to Applicant ★ On the Job Training ★ Equal Opportunity Employer APPLY IN PERSON AT ... 329 North Broadway, Hastings 9 A.M. to 11 A.M. & 2 RM. to 4 RM. MONDAY THRU FRIDAY ...to see if you are eligible for program and one of the listed jobs. APPLICATION DEADLINE • FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 — For Residents of Barry County — Mid Counties Employment and Training, Inc. students discussed the Ann Marie Hummel, of as its theme. The west ethical in defining land use; Michigan dunes, the largest Vermontville was one of 90 and limnology and shoreline high school students who natural dune formation in processes where they traced were nominated by their the world, provided the the history of the area'and school and selected by the classroom for the students. studied land use problems They choose to study state, to participate in the such as shoreline erosion and Michigan State Board of either science or art Science Education Summer Institute course electives included: the impact of sand mining for the Arts and Sciences at archaeology, where the and waste disposal. Students who pursued art Grand Valley State College students learned excavation studies chose from the techniques, surveying, from July 7-20. electives: The institute brings mapping, cataloging, and following talented students and analysis of field ar- photography, where they professionals together and chaelogical materials; worked in teams to learn provides a unique setting for geology, where students how the view camera can sharing intensive and ex­ explored the evolution of the record the beauty of the dunes as well as their dunes; landscape drawing, ploratory work. The two-week residential present fragile state; land where students drew the program featured “Dune” use management, where dunes; printmaking, where they developed prints about the dunes from their per­ sonal responses and sket­ ches; and video production, where the students produced video tapes and films of the dunes. Remember to register for parent. There were many special the gymnastic classes on Returning students and events throughout the twoWednesday, Sept. 4 at Fuller those on the waiting list week institute including a Street School from 5:30 to should be there early to speech by David Dempsey, 7:30 p.m. insure the class of choice. program specialist to The classes will begin Also you may register by Governor Blanchard, on Sept. 16 and run thru Nov. 20. mail when you child brings “Environmental Those who register in person home the registration form Policymaking”; an over­ will have preference. from school. For more in­ night campout at Manistee; The classes will be Mon­ formation call Angela Botz and a Lake Michigan science days and Wednesdays and at 616-962-3187 or Brinda cruise aboard GVSC’s your child may go either day Hawkins at 852-0749. “Angus”. or both. There are more classes this year and also a new class for pre-schoolers. This is called Movement Education and this is a class for two to three year olds with a parent and also four to five year' olds without a Gymnastics registration set for Wednesday EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Maple Valley athletic ticket prices announced Ticket prices for the 1985­ 86 athletic season will be as follows: Varsity Contests, adults and students $2; Contests below the Varsity level, adults and students $1. Pre-school children will be admitted free if with an adult. The fall Season “Lion” Pass is $14 each for adults and students. Sunday, Sept. 8 - Farm Bureau Farm Tour. CANCELLED. Monday, Sept. 9-7 p.m. 4-H Personal Appearance Leaders Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Conservation and Fertilizer Mgt. (Non­ Point Source Pollution) MSU. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volun­ teer Association Meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Thursday, Sept. 12-7:30 p.m. Horse Development. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Saturday, Sept. 14 - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Grand River Canoe Trip. Monday, Sept. 16 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton County Fairboard Mtg., Fair Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 17 - 7:30 p.m. Small Animal Association meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. ACTION-ADS TURKEY DINNER - Family style, pie included. Friday, Sept. 20,4:30 - 7:00, $5.00 and $3.00, under 5 free. Nashville United Methodist Church. (9-17) HAY FOR SALE: first and second cutting also beef cows, steers, and calves. (517)852-1784 Nashville. (10­ 1) Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood School Monday, Sept. 9 Fishwich, tarter sauce, potato sticks, pickles, ap­ plesauce. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Bar-B-Q, chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, peaches. Wednesday, Sept. 11 Hog Dogs, potato chips, corn, fruit pudding. Thursday, Sept. 12, Lasagna, carrot-celery sticks, peanut butter sand­ wich, fresh fruit. Friday, Sept. 13 Pizza, green beans, cookies, pears. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. Monday, Sept. 9 Hamburger or cheeseburger, french fries, peaches, cookies. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Fishwich, tarter sauce, FREE...Classes for adults without a diploma or graduate under 20. Call: Maple Valley Adult Education at... 852-9275 peas, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, Sept. 11 Tostizza, corn, peaches. Thursday, Sept. 12 Burritos, sauce and cheese, green beans, pears. Friday, Sept. 13 Hot Dogs, baked beans, applesauce, cookie. Fuller St. School Monday, Sept. 9 Hamburger gravy or chef salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, butter sandwich. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, sweet potatoe, pears, peanut butter sandwich. Wednesday, Sept. 11 Hot Dogs, or cheesedogs, fries, baked beans. Thursday, Sept. 12 Pizza, com, pickles. Friday, Sept. 13 Tomato soup, crackers, grilled cheese sandwich, celery and carrot sticks, mixed fruit. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 — Page 11 State resource recovery plans get *10 million boost— hist ft '»CS'CJ'cMv 'C'C'cv ».SNS? . *« 2* "hHkn^&k’ <<*«»►S *«»►S* htk - &J v Ji’S J* ML ML W on Sft vJ *S *SJS Ittjj tjj "tSZwSC’ ii tZSi Michigan is one step closer to reducing its dependence on landfills, thanks to a $10 million appropriation by the state legislature, establishing the “Clean Michigan Fund.” The program emphasizes resource recovery technologies as solid waste disposal alternatives to deal with the state’s annual ac­ cumulation of 9.5 million Local leisure classes offers everything from Upholstery to Karate, sign up now! Several enrichment or leisure time classes are being offered this fall through Maple Valley­ Lakewood Community Education. Upholstery will be taught on Monday evenings beginning Sept. 30. Paul Cooper will be teaching this class again. He has taught the class each fall for the past two years. Basic Cake Decorating will be taught by Serena Goodenough. Come learn how to decorate your cakes with beautiful flowers for that special occasion. Needlepunching is a relatively new craft and will be taught by Carol Dishong. Jr. karate will be offered again on Tuesday. evenings at Maplewood Elementary school in Vermontville. The class will run from 6-7 p.m. and cost $10 per person. Boys and girls, kindergarten through eighth grade may attend this class. The em­ phasis is on artform and self­ defense. It is a non­ competitive style of karate. Open karate will be offered on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and is for boys and girls, men and women. Cost for this class is $20 per person. If more than two members of the family join a class, you only pay the fee for two. The rest of the members of the immediate family may attend free of charge. For further information, or to enroll call Maple Valley Community Education at 852-9275. tons of solid waste. Most of the funding will be available as grants to both public and private non-profit groups interested in im­ plementing or expanding programs for recycling, composting and waste-toenergy projects. Funds will also be available for closure of some landfills and dumps, construction of transfer stations and development of household hazardous vtaste collection days. In addition, a portion of the funding will be directed towards education efforts, market development, and incentives for recycling industry. The Michigan State Cooperative Extension Service is co-sponsoring with the Department of Natural Resources a notification workshop to aid counties, municipalities, private and non-profit organizations to make application to a ten million dollar grant program which is being adminstered by the Resource Recovery Section, Community Assistance Division of MDNR. Waste stream assessments, feasibility studies, capital improvements, operating subsidies market develop­ ment, education, landfill closures and household hazardous waste control projects are types of ex­ penditures which will be supported. The meeting in this region will be held at the Calhoun County Intermediate School District office, 17111 G Drive North, Marshall on Sept. 17 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For furthr information or to make a reservation for the notification workshop, contact Allen Krizek at the Eaton County CES (543-2310 or 372-5594). BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 4 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office.September 4 - Wheat-Barley Production meeting, 7; 30 p.m., Community Building. September 5 - Rally Day, Community Building, 10 a.m. September 11 - 4-H Horse Leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. September 16 - 4-H Award forms due in Extension Office. September 18 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. SUBSCRIPTION SPECIAL jb Learn about Hunter Safety— ■taK ■Mtatadab it* U 'luinWfKta ocfewte! «* >15 ■*H«W .1^ •> •• jcncyp' £** grl&f 1 ■ ®-fur ® Now is the time to enroll in Hunter Safety classes! Classes will be offered at Maple Valley High School Monday, Sept. 23, Tuesday, Sept. 24, and Wednesday, Sept. 25. Classes will begin at 2:45. The fee is $3. Registration forms are available in the Maplewood and Kellogg School offices, as well as the Community Education office. Students must attend all three sessions. Parents are also invited to attend the sessions. For further information, call the Maple Valley Community Education of­ fice, at 852-9275. so (NEW SUBSCRIBERS IN BARRY CO. ONLY) 78 CHEVY MONZA: runs good, body good, 2 door spider, V-8 engine. 517-852­ 9832. _ ~W Ladies auxiliary Bingo donates to local organizations The Thornapple Valley Ladies Auxiliary Bingo donated $132.25 to the Nash­ ville Little League in July and $110.50 to the Ver­ montville Little League in August. The proceeds the group earns for its “last special of the day” at its Monday bingo is donated to a different organization each month, said Margaret Bailey, publicity chairman. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call J?. ISSUES ACTION-ADS CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank all those that sent cards and flowers and called while recovering from a broken arm. Serena Goodenough Notice Satellite T.V. Before you invest, discover how you can buy directly from Major Manufactures and Distributors throughout the U.S. Bypass all mid­ dlemen. Insider Report gives you the details. Guaranteed to show you how to save money on this major in­ vestment. 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Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Eaton County Retired Teachers meet at 12:30 p.m. at the Griswold Room for lun­ cheon. Call Martha Zemke for reservations. Program by Hildred Peabody on “Historic Vermontville”. Thursday, Senior Citizens meet for noon potluck and Bingo at the Griswold Room. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Mrs. Firster will show her slides on Alaska at the Senior Citizens noon luncheon in Nashville at the Masonic Temple. All area seniors are invited.. Call Mrs. William Harmon if you plan to attend the 75 cent lunch. Mrs. Ava Kroger en­ tertained a group of former Maplewood teachers on Wednesday evening, Aug. 21. Those attending were Mrs. Florence Smuts of Charlotte, MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Homer & Joan Winegar Phone (517) 852-1915 Evenings (517) 726-0223 REALTOR* NICE FAMILY HOMEIN NASH­ VILLE: 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, screened patio, fenced yard, 2 corr garage w/workshop. Listed at $26,900.. (N-138) COUNTRY HOME ON 10 ACRES: Built In 1978, 3 bedrooms, 1 ’/> baths, Andersen windows, aluminum siding, 2'/> car gar­ age built in 1984, plus 24x42 pole building with water & electric, Bellevue Schools. 20 ACRE “MINI-FARM” WITH Priced in thelow60's. (Ch-137) BEAUTIFUL VIEW - $40,000! Price includes 60x75 barn, 40x60 tool shed, 30x20 shed, 14x60 silo, 8 room, 2 story home with 4 or 5 bedrooms. Mature shade. More land U available. Maple Maple Valley * Schools. (F-134) — LAND PARCELS AVAILABLE — VACANT LAND PARCELS all natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view, contract terms offered with 25% down payment. Surveyed and perked I 5 Acres. .7.. $10,000 5 Acres'........................ $8,000 5 Acres $9,000 (VL-112-115) 32 ACRES - ROLLING scenic view, near high school, 6 acres nice maple woods. Natural gas available. $24,100. (F-107) 78 ACRES “HUNTERS PARADISE” and recreational land with creek, hills and woods - lots of wildlife! 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price: $30,000, contract terms. (F-l 18) CADILLAC AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be ideal tree farm), borders Manistee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain. Possible land contract. $20,000. (VL-128) 36 ACRES - RIVER PROPERTY - Woods, hills, 15 acres tillable, bounded by Thornapple River. Price: $25,000 with $5,000 down, 11 % interest & 5 yr. balloon. East of Vermontville. (VLF-125) SECLUDED 40 ACRES - 20 tillable, pond site & "wooded hills". Price: $25,000 with $5,000 down, 11% interest & 5 yr. balloon. East of Vermontville. (VLF2-125) — FARMS — COUNTRY HOME PLUS 18 ACRES, east of Vermontvillle, older remodeled home and bldgs., land is rolling, creek borders property, 15x30 above ground pool, $42,500, or would sell with 3 acres for $35,000. (CHF-124) EAST OF HASTINGS - 28 ACRE FARM: 10 acres wooded, road frontage on two roads, nice 2 story 4 bedroom home, sets high with beautiful view, many perennials and mature shade. Blacktop road, natural gas, Hastings schools, 30x60 barn. Listed ot $70,000. (F-116) ............ Land contract terms. 153 ACRES All fenced. 155 ACRES 100 tillable and 20A wooded. 130 ACRES ........................................................... Dairy farm. 205 ACRES Camping food safety needed By Mona J. Ellard, Ex­ tension Home Economist Camping can be great fun. But just as good food ads to the enjoyment of your camping trip, food poisoning and illness can ruin an otherwise fun time. All it takes to avoid food poisoning is good common sense and some planning. Preventing food poisoning starts when you purchase and store the food, the job isn’t really so hard if you keep in mind three simple rules: keep food dean, keep hot food hot and keep cold food cold. One of the biggest problems with outdoor cookery is food spoilage. Refrigeration may not be available and cooked foods can not be kept hot for long. Thus, many foods are susceptible to bacterial spoilage. If a food can not be properly preserved after cooking, discard it. If you have any doubts about any foods safety, throw it out. Germs can not multiple very fast if the food storage temperature is 40 degrees F or below. Use your ice chest and keep it well iced. Most germs that cause food poisoning are killed by heat when you boil, broil and roast foods. However, when foods stays warm for two hours or longer, some bacteria produce a toxin that is not destroyed by heating. So when cooking outdoors, it is advisable to keep food hot until it is served and then refrigerate the leftovers immediately. Bacteria grows rapidly in food when the temperature is between 40 degrees and 140 degrees F. These bacteria seldom change the taste, odor, or looks of food but will spoil your outdoor trip worse than bad weather. Nashville Girl Scout Troops ready for annual fall activities After an active summer .of camping, swimming and get togethers the fall troop meetings will be getting underway for Nashville area Girl Scout troops. AD girls at Fuller School must take a note to their classroom teacher stating that they will be staying after school for scouts. First grade Brownie troop leader, Kim Huey, will be meeting with her Brownies after school on Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. The first meeting is Tuesdays, Sept. 10, and parents are asked to pick their daughter up at 3:20 this first meeting, for a short meeting with Mrs. Heuy. Girls in the first grade troop are: Barbara Secord, Marin Smith, Sarah Hughes, Teresa Gordon, Michelle Smith, Lisa Crutcher, Carie Huey, Rachel Brown, Erica Reid and Tracy Woodworth. Rae Murphy, leader of the second grade troop 712, will also meet with- her second grade Brownieson Tuesdays after school until 3:30, starting Sept. 10.' Rae will continue with the Brownies she had last year in her troop. The new second grade Brownie Troop, under the leadership of Ann Taylor, will meet the second Obituaries Ward H. Cheeseman BIRMINGHAM - Mr. Ward H. Cheeseman, 89, of Birmingham, MI, formerly of Nashville died. Wed­ nesday, Aug. 28, 1985 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac. Mr. Ward was bom in Maple Grove Twp. oh Jan. 6, 1896, the son of George and Ida (Hill) Cheeseman. He married Lillie M. Brumm on Jan. 1,1918. She died in 1971. He lived and farmed all of his married life in the Nash­ ville area. He was a Justice of the Peace for six years and clerk of Maple Grove Twp. for 16 years. Mr. Cheeseman was a member of the South Maple Grove E.U.B. Church. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Frank (Enid) Holliday of Bir­ mingham; three grandsons, Douglas of Waterford, ML, Donald of New York and David of Houston, TX. Graveside services will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 at Union Cemetery with Rev. James Cook of­ ficiating. Visitation will be Tuesday evening, Sept. 3 from 6-9 p.m. at Vogt Chapel­ Wren Funeral Home,' Nash­ ville. Memorial contributions may be made to Voice of the Mentally Handicapped, 4060 Cambrook Lane, Waterford, MI 48095. Thursday of each month, starting Sept. 12. The meetings will be from after school until 3:30. If possible parents are asked to pick-up their scouts at 3:20 this first meeting. Included in this troop are: Kelly Mengyan, Jamie and Jessica Sottillie, Donna- Bumford, Samantha Ashley, Sarah Mapes, Justine Quick, Carla-Shook, .Erin Owen, Christina Robinson, Autumn Kellogg and Lisa Tobias. The third grade Brownie troop 746 will be meeting after school on Wednesdays until 3:45, starting Wed­ nesday, Sept. 11. New girls in .this troop are Deanna Roundtree, Karen Skedgell, Allison Smith, Brandi Secord, Melisa Bailiff, Shannon Hickey, B.J. Jar­ man. The fourth grade Junior Troop, under the leadership of Pam White will meet Thursdays after school starting Sept. 5. These scouts are making plans for their camping week-end in Sep­ tember. Ruth Hughes, leader of the fifth-sixth grade Junior Troop, will be contacting her scouts as to time and dates of meetings. Scouts in Marsha Ainslies troop will begin their meetings this Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. in the Community Center at Putnam Park. The Craft Nook has BASKET WEAVING SUPPLIES Round Reed ...... $6?2? Flat Reed $5s ? HA NK HANK Located inside Mirror’s Image 111 Main Street, Nashville HOURS 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday; 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday How do you get premium homeowner’s insurance at a discount? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowner Policy discounts do just that. There are a number of premium discounts you might qualify for, and they could reduce your costs by as much as 40 percent! Get broad homeowners coverage, from a reputable source— at the price you want. Just ask your “no problem” Auto­ Owners agent about homeowner’s discounts. It’s no problem with Auto-Owners. 4-H personal appearance leader’s meeting set — OTHER FARMS AVAILABLE — 38 ACRES Mrs. Iva Rogers of Ver­ montville Hwy., Mrs. Eava Kalnback and Mrs. Velma DeMond of Nashville, Mrs. Lucille Todd of Florida, and Mrs. Iva Reed of Ver­ montville. I understand Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed are still in the burn unit at Sparrow Hospital. Gary is ready to come home but is permitted to remain in the room until the bed is needed. Nina is still in lots of pain. Mr. Nathan Foltz, a for­ mer Vermontville resident and a member of the V.H.S. Class of ’51, passed away at a Lansing Hospital. He was the son of Milan and Blanche Foltz and now living in Mulliken. He is survived by his wife Saye, four children, his mother Blanche of Lake Odessa, a brother and a sister. His father and two brothers Stan and Ted proceded him in death. Services were held at Mulliken Friday at 2 p.m. Livestock farm all fenced. HOMER WINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc. Charlotte, Michigan 4 All 4-H Personal Ap­ pearance leaders are en­ couraged to attend a meeting on Monday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. at the Cooperative Extension Service, 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte. The meeting will cover planning a fall fashion workshop, and setting dates for the coming year. For more information on this or other 4-H program call 543­ 2310 Or 372-5594. Betty Pierc®, Mary Hecker (seated), John Warren, Bev Warren, and Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH AAAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 _g| (^uto-owncri &uunmce\ ----- ■—-1* **** ******** �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 — Page 13 Maple Valley Regular Board Meeting MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1985 • 7:00 P.M. It L ’Bj Qi ■x. sn? ^t. ’’■•■vile **w jkQ11 s«jkQ ‘ Stic® ^ilhu U £? ■Mil ■'Hi H* l*drti4 p 1. Action to approve a resolution relative to accepaccep­ tance of bids submitted for borrowing funds for school operation. It is the intent that funds be borrowed only as necessary to meet immedaite expenditures. The application to the State De­ partment to borrow was set at a maximum of $525,000. 2. Approval of the annual financial report for the school year ending June 30, 1985 as completed by the school auditors. 3. Approval of a request for a maternity leave for elementary teacher, Rose Dunham. 4. Presentation by members of the Junior Class and"advisors regarding the Junior-Senior Prom. 5. Action related to the recommendation of ath­ letic director, Larry Lenz, for Duska Morawski as seventh grade girls basketball coach. 6. Acceptance of cost quotations for roof repair work at Fuller Street Elementary School. 7. Acceptance of bids per the school bus fleet in­ surance and other vehicles. 8. General discussion and consideration of a re­ solution to be submitted to the State Department of Education enabling the school district to receive $28.00 supplement per student under Section 21 of the State Aid Act related to high school curriculum and graduation requirements for 1988-89 plus an $8.35 supplement per student under Section 21 related to the average class size in kindergarten and first grade being under 25 students. 9. Approval of truth in taxation resolution and certification of Form L-4029. Total operating millage including allocated and extra voted is 25.01 mills and debt service 1.35 mills. Action related to millage and tax levy for operational fund of $1,513,552.35 and debt service of $81,454.16. 10. Approval of new teacher aides at Fuller St.Kellogg and Jr.-Sr. High School. 11. Approval of an operational budget for the 1985­ 86 school year, and this information will be used to complete the budget which must be filed with the State Department of Education. 12. Discussion related to the long range plan along with planning for negotiations. BOARD MEMBERS AND TELEPHONE NUMBERS David Hawkins............................................ 852-0749 Dale Ossenheimer, Jr......................... 852-1674 Ronald Tobias.......... 852-9476 Irma Gene Baker........................................ 726-0050 Paula Cole................................................... 543-5669 LeRoy Sleeper............................................ 726-0297 Loren Lehman............................................ 726-0427 Local youths win at state 4-H shooting sports tournament 13635695 vita Several Eaton County 4-H members placed well in the annual Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament held Aug. 21 in Lansing. Jacob Williams of Ver­ montville placed third in the BB gun Division I event. Howard Troutner of Eaton Rapids placed third in the Archery Division VII event. Mark Swift of Sunfield took first in the Archery Division VIII event. The tournament included BB gun, trapshooting, ar­ chery, .22 caliber rifle, and air rifle divisions. More than 170 4-H youth from 19 counties participated. Fourteen of the participating counties fielded teams in one or more of the tournament divisions. •New Construction*Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville • all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens v? M EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumpsl^r^ GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 Get ready to plant spring flowering bulbs— By Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director If you’re planning to plant spring-flowering bulbs this year, there’s no time to waste - prepare the planting site as soon as possible. Horticulturists at Michigan State University say the most important considerations in site selection are good drainage and plenty of light. Bulbs in poorly drained soil are susceptible to root and bulb rots, and they flower poorly, if at all. Heavy, soggy or com­ pacted soil can be improved by adding sdnd and peat or some other organic material to it. The water-holding capacity of light, sandy soil can be improved by adding peat. Spread the material to be added on the top of the soil and then spade or till the site to a depth of 10 to 12 inches. An alternative is to build raised beds to improve drainage. Add fertilizer along with the sand and-or peat. Apply two to three pounds of S-10-5 fertilizer per 100 square feet or a small handful for a cluster ofa dozen or so bulbs. Mix it thoroughly with the soil. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers and manure- they promote bulb rots. Bulbs need plenty of light at least a half-day’s sun - so the foilage can manufacture food to build up the bulbs for the second year’s flowering. Early flowering bulbs can be planted under deciduous trees because the’ll have completed their growth before the trees leaf out to shade them. Bulbs planted in the dense shade of conifers will probably do poorly the second spring because of low light during their first growing season. If you in­ tend to leave bulbs in the ground year after year, plant them where they’ll get a full day’s sun. Plant bulbs after the weather has turned cool and is unlikely to warm again for an extended time. Bulbs need to establish root systems in the fall, but you don’t want them to sprout and begin to grow them. The correct planting depth and spacing vary with the type and size of the bulb and the nature of the soil. Generally, large bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, are planted with the base of the bulb about six inches below the soil surface. In sandy, soil, plant two to four inches deeper. Smaller bulbs, such as eranthis, crocus, anemone, galanthus, grape hyacinth and fritillaria, should be planted with their bases two to three inches below the soil surface. Recommended spacing for the larger bulbs is six to 12 Take home grown products to fall harvest contest Oct. 1 The fourth annual Fall Harvest Contest, sponsored by the Eaton County 4-H Council, will be held on Tuesday, Oct. r at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Anyone from two to 102 may enter home grown products. All entries must be registered between 6:30 and 7 p.m. on the day of the contest. Ribbons will be awarded, plus prizes donated by area merchants and cash awards from the 4­ H Council. Entries may be made in any of the following 22 classes: Most Colorful Ear of Indian Corn, Heaviest Squash, Heaviest Pumpkin, Smallest Pumpkin, Heaviest Watermelon,, Heaviest Muskmelon,, Longest Cucumber, Largest Diameter Sunflower, Smallest Diameter Sun­ flower, Plate of three Apples of same variety, Heaviest Head of Cabbage, Heaviest Head of Cauliflower, Most Original • Vegetable Cen­ terpiece, Most Original Fall Flower Centerpiece, Most Creative Carved or Painted Vegetable, Most Unusual Shaped Potato, Heaviest Potato, Heaviest Onion, Most Unusual Shaped Carrot, Longest Carrot, ACTION-ADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-965­ 7640 Battle Creek. (EOW) CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods. Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. ( ffnY SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Heaviest Beet, and there will also be a class for homemade scarecrows. For complete details contact the Eaton County 4-H Youth Program at 543-2310 or 372-5594. inches; for minor bulbs, two to six inches. Bulbs planted at the minimum spacing will tend to need to be dug up, divided and replanted every two to three years. Bulbs at the maximum spacing can be allowed to grow undisturbed until reduced flower size or vigor indicates they need dividing or replacing. Plant bulbs in dumps or beds of one color for the best striking display of flowers. Use a trowel or bulb planter to make individual holes for the bulbs. Firm the soil around them and water thoroughly after planting. When frost has penetrated the soil fa- one to two inches, apply a mulch of aged sawdust, compost, pine needles, shredded bark or wood chips. Avoid a mulch of large leaves, which will mat and perhaps smother new growth in the spring. The primary aim of mulching is to prevent alternate freezing and thawing of the soil. This can push bulbs right up out of the ground. Mulcing also helps control weeds and prevents mud splattering on the flowers in the spring. If fall rains are defident, water the bulb plants thoroughly once a week so bulbs can develop good roots. Bulbs planted in the root zones of trees and shrubs are especially likely to need watering. In the spring, remove most of the mulch before new growth starts. Leaving the mulch in place is likely to damage new shoots. PENNY SUPPER SPONSORED BY ... 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Slightly Higher %”x4’xT DRY WALL JOINT COMPOUND . $3" Pressure Treated LUMBER Deck Packages Available to Your �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 3, 1985 — Page 14 ACTION-ADS LEE'S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW FOR COLLEGE LOANS: Don’t let high interest rates keep your son or daughter from going to school this fall. We have funds for student loans, current interest rate is 7 percent and other interesting fringe benefits. Available to members of Michigan Farm Families or those engaged in activities closely related to agriculture. Write or call: Michigan Rural Rehabilitation Corporation, P.O. Box 188, Marshall, MI 49068, Phone (616) 781-4646. Nyle L. Katz, Executive Director. Nashville Baptist Bible School puts pie in Devil’s face Nashville 'Wheels for Life' bike ride planned Sept. 21 Bike-a-thon chairman Elsie E. Wolever and Merle Sears asked Nashville residents to join the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital “Wheels For Life” Bike-a-thon slated for Sept. 21 at Nashville’s Fuller St. track. Wolever said this ride honors Jaime, a leukemia patient at St. Jude. “With every turn of the wheel, riders become ‘spokes’-men for all the kids with cancer, like Jaime, who want to know they aren’t in this battle alone. “People willing to give time to create more time to 309 N. Main St., Nashville STOP IN AND PLAY MOON PATROL Monday and Tuesday TAPE RENTAL... $4000 KILLING FIELDS • RUNAWAY • FALCON & THE SNOWMAN SCHOOL HOURS Mon-Fri 2-8 p.m.; Sat. 10-8 p.m. children crying for help stimulates a better event and raises more money for the hospital Riders are really hospital. reall needed. They make or break a Bike-a-thon,” she said. Sponsors donating a sum for each mile completed are enlisted by riders. Those who raise $25 receive a St. Jude tshirt. When $75 is raised, the rider receives a barrel tote bag and a t-shirt. Pick up sponsor forms at 126 S. Main, Nashville. “The general plan is to have a good time while helping a wonderful group of children counting on our support,” Wolever said. Contact Elsie E. Wolever 126 S. Main Nashville (517) 852-1501 for details on riding or sponsoring a rider. YOU CAN...To find out how, coll: Maple Valley Adult Education at... 852-9275. Little Nashville, inc BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL Fall Reunion 6451 ASSYRIA RD, NASHVILLE, Ml Sept. 6-7-8, 1985 — ENTERTAINMENT — FRIDAY • Tug River Valley Boys • Open Stage • Ground Picken SATURDAY • WaterLoo Bluegrass • Tennessee Grass • Tug River Valley Boys • Midnight Flyers SUNDAY • Dry County Pickers • Tug River Valley Boys • WaterLoo Bluegrass • FREE PRIMITIVE CAMPING • NO HOOKUPS Booking bands for 1986 by audition — Come try out! ★ BEEF ROAST * Saturday 4:00 p.m. ADMISSION: Weekend Friday .. Saturday Sunday . •10.00 . ’2.00 .’6.00 .’3.00 Children Under 12 FREE No Refunds • Concessions • No Alcohol in Concert Area • No Drugs • Dogs on Leashes • Bring Lawn Chairs Children attending the Nashville Baptist Church Bible School recently had the chance to get back at the devil by throwing a pie in his face. Shown at left, is Pastor Lester DeGroot with "the devil" portrayed by Paul Cooper. At top are the Bible school students watching as Sarah Mater, right, gets him in the face. At lower right are the Bible School children with Degroot reenacting the fall of the walls of Jerico. Letters continued— To The Editor: I would like to share my thoughts with certain people of this community. At the Vermontville Village Council meeting, where the .teen dance issue was discussed, many people aired their thought on how this com­ munity had not offered to do anything for teenagers. Wake up and smell the roses people, this com­ munity raised over $50,000 to support the athletic department last year at Maple Valley High School. This was done through the effort of athletic booster who put on Thursday night Bingo, and many others who dug deep to support our teenagers. We had many volunteer coaches who also donated time and talent for these young people. Band Boosters also raised a great deal of money so we could have a music depart­ ment. These people also work hard for are teenagers. Without these great people athletics and band would not be possible at Maple Valley. Then I can’t help but notice the summer baseball, soft­ ball and football programs that are made possible by people who care about our youth. I would also like to draw attention to the churches in the community that have summer camp and special activities that have helped our young people. We also have a great 4-H program for these teenagers. You dear people, you are living in one of the greatest communities that you may ever have the opportunity to live in. Please don’t sell us short on the subject of of­ fering something for our teenagers. Loren E. Lehman T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard antenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW FOR COLLEGE LOANS We have funds for student loans. Current interest rate is 7%, and... Other Interesting Fringe Benefits! Available to Members of... Michigan Farm Families or those engaged in activities closely rela ted to Agriculture Write or Call: MICHIGAN RURAL REHABILITATION CORPORATION P.0. Box 188 — Marshall, Michigan 49068 Phone: (616) 781-4646 Nyle L. 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Your Shoppers Review Store LIMIT 1 WITH SIO.OO PURCHASE EXCLUDING BEER. WINE & TOBACCO ITEMS. COUPON EX­ PIRES SATURDAY, SEPT. 7.19SS. At Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-09-10.pdf f44babdde2921169305c64512753cb94 PDF Text Text in 1 CHURCH STRKT NnilfclW, Midiigoa 49058 Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI & & Hastings, Michigan 49058 ogRMlT NO- 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 9 — Tuesday, September 10, 1985 Vermontville teen dance called *a success* by owner by Shelly Sulser such an activity for the Despite* petitions against it, a teen dance at the Car­ penter’s Den in Vermontville went according to plans. Owner of the bar, Marquita Charnes commented that the dance “went great,” and “there were no problems whatsoever.” The danqe, held in the bar’s banquet facility August 31, was a controversial issue throughout the village of Vermontville. Petitions against the activity were circulated by some village residents after learning that the village council had ap­ proved Charnes’ request to hold the dance. Advisory petitions con­ taining the signatures of 366 area residents were presented at a special council meeting to protest the teen dance, which allowed teens from age 12 to 18 to attend. Despite the opposition, the dance was held. Charnes noted the turnout was exceptionally' good despite the Labor Day holiday, with 96 local teens showing up. “Because ofall the turmoil over it, I was really hoping it would go well, and it did,” Charnes said. “There were no problems whatsoever. I was really impressed with their, (the teens’) behavior.” In view of the success of the dance, Charnes said she plans to hold teen dances the last Saturday of each month, beginning September 28. “I give her a lot of credit,” commented Lana Oster, Vermontville village trustee. “It’s good that she sees the need in the village to provide teenagers and she is trying to meet it in the best way she can,” Oster said, adding, “anyone who puts her (Charnes) down for doing this does not see the full scope of what is going on in the village.” : Although Oster claims she is against having teen dances in the bar’s facility, she did, however, support the dance itself. As an alternative for teens not wishing to attend the dance, Oster and husband, Mike, hosted a yard party where the kids could go and enjoy food and music, paid for by concerned individuals. About 15 to 20 attended, she said. Concerning the petitions against the dance, Ver­ montville Mayor Sue Villaneuva questioned the the legality of the petitions, after hearing at the council’s special meeting how some of the names were obtained. Villaneuva said some were placed unattended in churches and in a local grocery store, and some names were obtained by petitioners making phone calls to ask people if they would like their name on the petition. However, according to Eaton County Clerk Linda Twitchel, there are no laws governing such petitions protesting an activity or decisionofa governing body. Twitchel said such petitions are known as strictly ad­ visory petitions, and simply mean the names on the petitions, which do not have to be names of registered voters, endorse the opinion of the petitioner. “It’s simply a request of a body to pay attention to an opinion,” she said. The governing body does not have to take heed of the petitions, unless they con­ cern the changing of laws or the removal of a person from public office. In which case, such peititions have certain requirements. Local man earns associate degree Gary Gleen Garlinger, son of Lillian Garlinger of 181 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Nash­ ville, and the late Glenn Garlinger, has received his Castleton-Maple Grove purchasing new firetruck Castleton and Maple Grove' Townships have approved a bid of $109,000 to purchase a new firetruck. Fireman Earl Wilson, representing the fire board made the recommendation to the townships, to accept the bid of Peirce Fire Equipment Company in Appleton, Wisconsin. The two township boards voted to approve the bid, after fin­ ding that it does meet state requirements. The new truck will have a 1,000 gallon water tank, and will not arrive until 10 months after the order date. associate degree in Elec­ tronics at graduation exercises held in the Foellinger Outdoor in the Foellinger outdoor theatre, Franke Park Fort Wayne Ind. Gary received his degree Aug. 30 from ITT Technology Institute. Attending the graduation from Nashville were his mother and grandmother June Yarger; his paternal grandparents Ceylon and Nadine Garlinger; his aunt and uncle, Lorna and Earl Wilson. His close friends Bobby Brurn; Dushamjind Ray Whittaker. Gary will be furthering his education in telecom­ munications at Northern Telecom in Plamo Texas, just north of Dallas funded by North American Van Lines. In Fort Wayne where he has been employed for the last two years, he is now Senior Technician in the large terminal Bldg, he will be leaving for Texas the latter part of October returning to Fort Wayne and North American at the conclusion of his studies. Gary is a 1983 graduate of Maple Valley High School and a member of the National Honor Society. Gary Garlinger recently earned an associate degree in electonics. Nashville Days to feature muzzle shoot, ball tourney The First Annual Nash­ ville Days will be held September 20, 21 and 22 in Nashville, when several special events will take place. An arts and crafts show will be held during the event in Nashville’s central park. Anyone wishing to par­ ticipate can contact Marsha Ainslie. Event Chairman Bob Harvey noted a women’s softball tournament is also being planned. The United Methodist Church is planning a Turkey Dinner for Friday night, September 20 at the church. The dinner will start at 4:30 p.m. and last until 7:00 p.m. The dinner will include turkey and dressing, potatoes, green beans, cabbage salad, cranberry salad and rolls, and choice of coffee, tea or milk, all for $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for children aged five through 12 and free for children under five. Also during Nashville Days, Nashville will host its first ever Muzzleloader Shoot and Encampment. Both the shoot and en­ campment will involve varous muzzleloader clans, some containing several hundred members. The clans will set up camp diagonally behind Nashville Hardware at the Riverside Park, beginning at 5 p.m. Friday. The camp, which will depict how people lived in different eras of the past, will be open to the public to observe on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Also at the campsite, campers will demonstrate how they make certain goods, and will be available for trade to other campers at the campsite. Beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, open shooting matches will be held at the Nashville Gravel Pit until 5 p.m. that evening. There will also be instructors on hand to demonstrate and teach the public how to operate a muzzleloader. On Sunday, the campers will be set up until about 1 p.m. for the public to view. Shoot organizer Hank Felder of Nashville noted the shooting match is for fun competition, and to demonstrate- the proper usage of the muzzloader. Harvey noted that since this is the first year for the Nashville Days, “I don’t look for it to be real big, but I do hope that as a result, people will become more interested in participating. Maybe some of the local organizations will want to get involved so they can earn some money for them­ selves.” Family finds 10-pound puff ball While others were out enjoying their Labor Day Weekend, the Sears fami­ ly from Nashville were busy carrying 10 puff-balls to their summer cottage in Irving Township, the largest weighing 10 pounds. Randy Sears, 15, was the first to find the treasures while riding his motorcycle along Engle Road. Returning home with one of the puff-balls on his motorcycle, mom Merle and sister April, went back to the scene to investigate. Above, father Don, cuts open one of the puff-balls, with the largest measuring in at 51-inches around. Randy and April look on. The Sears said they plan on cutting open and then frying up the rounded delicacies. �1 The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 —*Pope 2 Obituaries Madeline M. Everett Flossie Bell King NASHVILLE Mrs.Madeline M. Everett, 67, of 121 St. Street St., Nashville died Thursday, Sept. 5, 1985 at her residence. Mrs. Everett was born Dec. 25, 1917 in Maple Grove Twp., the daughter of Howard and Ethel (Miller) Allen. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended the Beigh School and Nash­ ville Schools. She married Orville (Mike) Everett on Dec. 7, 1936 and has lived at her present address for the past 36 years. Mrs. Everett was a member of the Nash­ ville V.F.W. Auxiliary. Surviving are her husband, Orville (Mike); four daughters, Mrs. Ray (Joyce) Aspinall, Mrs. Larry (Joan) Elliston, and Mrs. Janet Morgan all of Nash­ ville, and Mrs. Larry (Jean) Roscoe of Mesick, ML; 12 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; her mother, Mrs. Ethel Allen of Hastings; sister, Mrs. Lillian Warner of Hastings; three brothers, Howard Allen, Jr. of Nashville, Robert Allen and Nelson Allen, both of Hastings. She was preceded in death by two grand­ children, Kevin and Max Elliston and a brother, Kenneth Allen. Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 at Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes with Rev. Lynn Wagner officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Em­ physema Foundation. Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Pastor Lester DeGroot and Rev. Floyd Nagel officiated. Mabel D. Erwin NASHVILLE - Mrs. Mabel D. Erwin, 73, of 537 S. Main St., Nashville died Tuesday, Sept. 3, 1985 at her son’s residence. Graveside ser­ vices were held 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6 at Lakeview Cemetery with Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Put­ nam Library or Nashville Ambulance Service. Arrangements were made by Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes. Mrs. Erwin was born Jan. 18, 1912 in Dundee Twp., Monroe County, MI., the daughter of James and Jennie (O’Quinn) Coleman. She was raised in the AuSable and Marshall areas and attended schools there. She married Albert V. Erwin Flossie Bell King died Aug. 22, 1985. She was born the daughter of Frank and Bertha (Waggoner) Wood on Aug. 31, 1896, in Lee Township, Olivet. She had been a patient of the Eaton County Medical Care Facility in Charlotte for three years where she received much tender loving care. She was a member of the Nashville Baptist Church, American Legion Post No. 42 of Charlotte and was a gold star mother. She is survived by her daughter Mrs. Finn (Mildred) Carter of Ver­ montville and two sons Arlie Dimond of Lansing and James of Suncoast, Fla.; one sister, Doris Shelton of Battle Creek; one nephew; 33 grand children; 32 great grand children and two great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death To The Editor: by three husbands Don Whether or not you were in Milbourne, Walter Dimond favor ofthe dance held at the and Asa King, five sons Carpenter’s Den for teens, Franklin, Maxwell, Allison there are some things that Milbourne, Clyde and John everyone should “think” Dimond and four grand­ about. children. Should people who are on She also survives four the board of any community daughters-in-law, Edna resort to name calling in our Milbourne and Mary local newspaper the first Markinson of Charlotte, Inex time someone disagree’s Meyers ofEaton Rapids, and with their point of view? Nellie Milbourne of Lansing. Aren’t they there to Services were held represent the’ “whole” Monday, Aug. 26 from Pray community, not just the Funeral Home, Charlotte. people they agree with? Interment was held at the If a local bar cares about on Jan. 20, 1934 in Indiana. She was employed at Barry County Medical Care Facility for 10 years, retiring in 1976. Previously she and her husband farmed in Maple Grove Twp. for many years and owned and operated the Stop and Shop Grocery Store in Nashville from 1958-64. She was a member of U-Share-It Ex­ tension Group. Surviving are two sons, Jim Erwin of Davison, ML, Wes Erwin of Nashville; a daughter, Mrs. Jan Kalnbach of Nashville; eight grandchildren; one great grandchild, Micah Ann; two brothers, Clarence Coleman of Marengo, MI and Albert Coleman of Nashville; four sisters; Mrs. Lou MacGregor of Homestead, Fla.; Mrs. Eva Tedrow of Battle Creek, Myrtle Hinnerschitz of Ft. Myers, Fla., Evelyn Eckdahl of Marshall. She was preceded in death by a sister, Vina Coleman. Fishers to celebrate 50th The children and grandchildren of Gayion and Marie Fisher invite you to join with them in celebrating the 50th wedding anniversary of their parents at an open house on Sept. 21, 1985 from»2-5 p.m. at Cunningham’s Acre, two miles west of Lake Odessa on M-50. The former Marie Smith and Gayion were married on Sept. 22, 1935. The Fishers reside at 91 Saddlebag Lake Rd., Woodland. Your presence is gift enough. From our readers How can you guarantee the replacement of your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for qualified homes. So now you can insure your home for 100% replacement cost coverage. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how guaranteed home replacement cost coverage can be no problem for you and your home. ThlbNo Probtk/mfiophr Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville our teens having a dance, why were they “against” hosting it somewhere else in town? And if it was only our local teens under con­ sideration, why was the dance advertised in other area papers instead of only the Maple Valley News? How could there have been a 4-1 vote if Lana Oster abstained from voting and Linda Ramey didn’t vote? I’ve only heard of two people who voted yes, one member was absent, one other voted no. One thing I am sure of there are a lot of parents and citizens who do care, enough even to take the abuse they m»t from their opposers. Ann Olmstead Retired School Personnel meeting on Sept. 25 The September meeting of the Barry County Association of Retired School Personnel will be held Sept. 25 at the Woodland United Methodist Church at 12 noon. The program will be a book review by Mrs. Bette Fockler, “Three Peabody Sisters of Salem” by Louise Hall Sharp. Please call in yur reser­ vations by Sept. 21, to one of the following: Lucille Brown, 367-4821; Bernice Carter; 795-9023; Margaret Johnson, 945-2050; Birdena Lyttle, 623-2606; Riva Schanty, 852-9243; Helen Tucker, 945-4147. Grahams will celebrate 25th anniversary at Sat. open house Raymond and Janice Graham of Nashville will be celebrating their 25th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. at the Nashville VFW Post No. 8260. There will be live music. The party is hosted by their daughters — Brenda, Corrine, and Ann. The couple requests no gifts, please. • NOTICE • LIONS CLUB FLU SHOTS Tues., Sept. 10 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. — at— Maplewood All-Purpose Room — DONATION — Vermontville Lions AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES nimncosniCHUca 219 Washington St., Nashville united methooisj muck VERMONTVILLE BIBLE , North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday:: Sunday: Sunday: AAM P.MM. WW Worship orshhiip ..11 116 a.m. a m Youth Yhouthd Fellowship . 6 pm T p.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study ...........8 p.m. Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.! rev. j j. g g. boomer PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday: A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m rev. lynn wagner_ CHURCH OF THE HAZAREHE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: AP..MM.. WWoorrsshhiipp 117 a.mm. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.mWorship................... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville ..10 a.m. Sunday School FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Wednesday: Wednesday: P.M. Service........ 7 p.m. AWANA........ 7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (Nursery Care Available), Fellowship Time After Worship. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 803 Reed St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 Sunday School .. 10 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.. ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Rqscoe at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Sunday: a.m. AM Service. A.M. Service .. 11 a.m. am A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. September 10. 1985 — Page 3 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events: Tuesday, Sept. 10 - Eaton County Retired Teachers meet at 12:30 p.m. in the Griswold Room for lunchoen put on by the Congregational L.C.A. Program on “Historic Vermontville” by Mrs. Hilded Peabody. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Chamber of Commerce meet at the Sugar Hut at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 - free flu shots at Maplewood School, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12-7 p.m. open meeting for all con­ cerned parents of teens at Pat’s Sugar Hut. Sunday, Sept. 13 -“Puppet Prospectors” to perform at Vermontville United Methodist Church. Family potluck at 6 p.m. followed by program. Everyone invited. Reports from Gary and Nina Reed in the burn center at Sparrow Hospital are encouraging. Gary had skin grafting on his leg Tuesday and Nina still has an ankle bandage, and they may be released soon. Their daughter, Kay Vander, has been staying at the home here and visiting them each day at the hospital. The Kerbyson’s who have been at his daugther’s in St. Clair are expected home soon. Mrs. Greta Firster was an overnight visitor of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Lovell on Friday night at lake. Gordon is recovering from surgery similar to President ^b Flowers by Jan iJiiiilQtili IJoniceGrohomolIWi, rZthonnrverwryonSohriii heNashvilleVFWPMlNo.W ire music, Hie pofyMii ?ndo, Corrine, ond Am. Dei OTICE' lUBFlIlffi UH# Reagan’s and about the same time. Weekend visitors of Mrs. Ava Kroger were her cousins Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Rand of East Leroy on Saturday evening and her grandson Randy Rodriguez of Detroit and Miss Lupe Martinez of Lansing on Sunday af­ ternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Wells celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary last week Sunday when their children took them out to eat at a Lansing restaurant. When they returned home they found a group of friends and neighbors with Mary Trumble in charge who had planned a surprise party. Jess Bahs and Denise Wells were united in marriage in a lovely high mass ceremony Saturday at 2 p.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church in Hastings. The bridesmaids were Shirley Wells (sister-in-law of the bride), Diana Hammond (sister), Kim Bahs (grooms sister) and Pam Tobias as Matron of Honor. Jess’s attendants were Paul Bahs (brother) David Wells (brother of the bride) Mark Valdick and Craig Ostergren. The flower girl was Amanda Finkler and Ben Covert was the ringbearer. Dawn Dooling was in charge of the guestbook. The reception was at the Community Building at the Hastings Fairgrounds. Denise had the Handmade Silk Flowers for weddings and all occasions. Packages of flower cuts by... “Pretty Petals” are also available. Come in and look around I HOURS: Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 4:00 Closed weekends and Holidays except by appointment. 9749 Nashville Highway Vermontville, Michigan idAII-Pu^^ (517) 726*1151 misfortune cut her hand as they were bidding some friends goodbye, and caught her hand in the door of the van, which required four stitches at the emergency room at Pennock Hospital. They will live in college housing at MSU where Jess begins school next week and Denise has an office job. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Dooling from New Jersey have been visiting his mother Almira Mrs. Dooling. Dawn Dooling and baby accompanied them home. Mrs. Frances Olson of the Eaton County Historical Commission had a busy weekend beginning Friday evening when a new cor­ nerstone was dedicated to replace the old one of 100 years at the old courthouse in Charlotte. A memorial service was also held in the Archives Room in memory ofMrs. Edith Berg, a charter member of the commission. Mrs. Berg’s husband, daughters and sisters were in attendance. On Saturday and Sunday Mrs. Olson assisted in the sale of ice cream and cake in the basement of the courthouse as part of Frontier Days. The Kalamo Historical Society is having a rummage and bake sale Saturday, Sept 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dan VanNiste of Okemos spent Thursday with his former teacher, Greta Firster. David Linsea visited his Aunt Greta Thursday afternoon. Greta Firster, Alice cook and Ruth Janusek had dinner Saturday evening at the Brass Bell, Chessening. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Wells had dinner with Mrs. Firster Monday. Puppet Prospectors to appear at church in Vermontville Sunday Come see Howard, the seven-foot tall bear, and his pals from Nashville, Mi. They will be at Vermontville United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 15. You’ll meet the Puppet Prospectors, Grandpa Wisely, the Rhinestone Cowboy, and see an inspiring multi-image slide program, clowns, and other at­ tractions. These nationally famous muppets have traveled from Washington D.C. to Alaska teaching Christian character and Bible stories wherever they go. You are sure to enjoy their clever presen­ tations at this program using multi-media equipment. Invite your friends and plan to attend. Local youths wins awards at State 4-H Diary Show Several Eaton County 4-H members placed well at the Michigan 4-H Dairy Days held Aug. 20-22 at Michigan State University. John Shumaker of Bellevue was awarded Junior Champion and Reserve Grand Champion honors in the Brown Swiss division; Jim Lilly of Grand Ledge earned a second place award in the junior dairy judging contest and Chris Langmaack of Charlotte placed twelfth injunior daily judging and second in showmanship. Doug Pen­ nington of Charlotte also earned a second place in his dairy showmanship class. Eaton County’s junior judging team, composed of Lilly, Langmaack, Dennis Pennington, and Dan Pen­ nington, placed fourth in the state. The same members, plus Jolene Pennington and Jodi Lilly teamed together to place second in the junior dairy quiz bowl contest. The senior quiz bowl team placed fourth in the State. Team members were Doug Pen­ nington, Amy Langmaack, Gary Gillean, Melissa Gillean, all of Charlotte and Dave Stiffler and Becky Stiffler from Lake Odessa. Scott Gilding of Charlotte placed third in the senior 4-H dairy poster contest. “The purpose of the event was to give the 4-H’ers a chance to display and match their skills in various con- tests and activities, ” says Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent. “We’re very proud of how well our kids did at this year’s event.” Activities held during the four-day event included dairy science exhibits and demonstrations, and dairy cattle judging and showing contests. Jim Lee from Grand Ledge coached the judging teams, while Pam Lilly from Grand Ledge and Gloria Penning'ton from Charlotte coached the quiz bowl teams. ATTENTION ALL BOYS! Boy Scout and Cub Scout ROUND UP Members for Teen Rec Committee sought All interested persons are invited to join the Ver­ montville Teen Recreation Committee at a 7 p.m. meeting Thursday, Sept. 12 at the Sugar Hut Cafe. The committee was established by the village council. Thursday, Sept. 19 — 7:00 P.M. — Fuller St. School All Purpose Room All boys 7 years old and up accompanied by a parent are invited to join scouting. Nashville Womens Literary Club meeting ALL CURRENT SCOUTS & RUMJES PLEASE ATTEND Nashville Womens Literary Club meeting Wednesday, Sept. 18, at Delores Knolls, 8:20 a.m. carpool to Gerald Ford Museum. Reservation^ needed by Sept. 13. Call Marge Wolfe for reservation. 852-9053. 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VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 North Main • 6:45-8:30______ FOR ALL THOSE IN... ’ Third and Fourth Grade - Chums (girls) and Pals (boys) Fifth and Sixth Grade - Guards (girls) and Pioneers (boys) Seventh and Eighth Grade - Junior Varsity (co-ed) GAME TIME — HANDBOOK TIME — BIBLE COUNSEL TIME JlSLK and Loan Association fOM COOVtllflT L0C4T1MS TO SIAVt TMHK OFFICE - CIMLfTTE, R1CHU1 RNM 543-3110 1IMTIU1. ■ICUUA PMH 132 1130 (ATM AAP1IS NiCRIUI PNMI103-1551 MMT. NICRIMA FMM 749-2111 �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas Happy Summertimes of Yesteryear Recalled As the days of Summer 1985 dwindle down to a precious few, many folks reflect on joyous times of the current season as well as remembering happy sum­ mertimes of their childhood. Many traditional activities of summer seem not to have changed for generation after generation. Swimming, boating, biking, fishing, picnicking and family reunions are among the pastimes enjoyed today as much as they were in the golden summer days of yesteryear. Photos from the Len Feighner collection, donated last year to Putnum Public Library by Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Ayles, classically illustrate this season in that earlier era. Most of the circa-1900 photos we have selected are believed to' be local scenes, so our readers may be of help in identifying subjects and pinpointing locations. We believe that most of the water scenes are at Lake One, on the southeast edge of Nashville, or at Thornapple Lake, where the Feighners maintained a summer home. Feighner, who died in 1948 at age 86, was publisher of the Nashville News for 40 years,, and had been closely associated with the newpaper business since about age 14 when he landed his first job on the old Hastings Journal. Later he returned to Nashville and worked for Orno Strong, who had founded The News in 1873. The following spring he went back to Hastings to take a job on the Banner. Within the next two years he worked in shops all over the country, for a time holding a job as one of the most expert type-setters in a big Chicago commercial printing establishment. In 1883, when he was 21, Feighner came back to work for Orno Strong on The Nashville News, and in the fall of 1888 bought the paper from him. Meanwhile, in 1885 he had been married to Miss Stella Wilson of Nashville. For exactly 40 years Feighner owner and published The News, selling in 1928 to A.B. McClure. (The News is a continuously-published forerunner of the Maple Valley News.) Feighner also served Nashville as a three-term village president; chief of the local fire department; and postmaster for some 15 years. He-also was elected a member of the state legislature representing this district, and for 20 years operated a newpaper brokerage business with Nashville as his headquarters. It is believed that Feighner may have been photographer of most of the scenes presented in this “Memories of Summer’’ Under the lengthening shadows in a tree-shaded meadow this group of adults seems to be enjoying a late afternoon get-together on a summer day long ago. PPicnic lunches often were spread on blankets in cool, grassy farm fields. In thine days before paper plates and plastic forks, dishes often were rinsed clean water carried to the site. Rowboats and a large fishing net stand at the ready in this dockside scene from the Feighner collection. The lady in the foreground is thought to be Stella Feighner; the other two appear to be fishing with cane poles. Whether the circa-1900 photo was snapped at Lake One or Thornapple Lake is unclear. What better way to cool off quickly than with a refreshing wade into lake waters, fully clothed? This reflective scene is thought to be at Lake One, where Feighner relatives lived on a bordering farm. A cane pole, a wide-brimmed straw hat, and the placid waters of Lake One were the ingredients of a peaceful summer day for this unidentified turn-of-thecentury angler. Notable catches almost always made the News. ACTION-ADS ANTIQUE MARKET: (The Peoples Choice) Ionia Fairgrounds on M-66, Sun., Sept. 15, rain or shine, 3-5 p.m.; 200 inside, outside sellers. Entry $1; free parking! 517-485-4409. GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (10-1). Who can identify the young diver about to plunge from atop the "Jewel B” ,a craft that appears to be a raft-like houseboat? The location of this circa-1900 scene is thought to be Thornapple Lake, where the Len Feighner family main­ tained a summer home. The lake was a popular gathering spot for Nashville residents, many of whom rode the daily train there. TURKEY DINNER - Family style, pie included. Friday, Sept. 20, 4:30 - 7:00, $5.00 and $3.00, under 5 free. Nashville United Methodist Church. (9-17) ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW FOR COLLEGE LOANS We have funds for student loans. Current interest rate is 7%, and... Other Interesting Fringe Benefits! Available to Members of... Michigan Farm Families or those engaged in activities closely related to Agriculture Write or Call: . MICHIGAN RURAL REHABILITATION CORPORATION ®®x ~ Marshall, Michigan 49068 Phone. (616) 781-4646 Nyle L. Katz, Executive Director �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 5 DeCamp-Wilhelm exchange vows Julie L. DeCamp and Lawrence T. Wilhelm m were united in marriage on Saturday, June 15, at the Church of the Nazarene in Nashville, MI. The double ring ceremony was performed by the Rev. Thomas L. Voyles. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert DeCamp of Nashville. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilhelm of Ceresco. The maid of honor was Sally, cousin of the bride. The bridesmaids were Joyce Warner, friend of the bride, Leola Wilhelm, sister of the groom, and Leah Ver­ meulen, cousin of the bride. The best man was Gary Arnold, friend of the groom. The groomsmen were James Anthony, Layne Newsome, and Ricky Newsome, all friends of the groom. Serving as ushers were Scot Burmeister and Ron Rachaukas, friends of the groom. Attending the guestbook were Cassy Miller and Becky Hiese, cousins of the bride. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Community Building at the Hastings Fairgrounds. Hostesses were Loretta Rose and Janice Miller, aunts of the bride, and Mildred Sloan and Barb Lydy, aunt and cousins of the groom. Ser­ vers were Belinda Wilhelm, sister of the groom, and Candy Foote and Colleen Mick, cousins of the groom. Attending the gifts was Dawn Decamp, sister-in-law of the bride. After a honeymoon at Lundington State Park, the couple reside in Marshall. 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(Between Vermontville Hwy. & Gresham Hwy.) and valuable locks and keys were those of four local collectors: Lynn and Agnes Collins, Homer Snow and Vem Curtis. Snow commented that Nashville has the largest number of lock and key collectors than any other town in the Midwest region, and is the only town in Michigan to hold the show. Lynn Collins said he first got interested in locks at the age of five. “I was already interested in taking them apart to see how they worked,” Collins said. Ever since, Collins has collected them at flea markets, from other Homer Snow of Nashville, a lock and key collector himself, looks over some of the locks of another exhibitor. collectors and at other lock and key shows, always aiming to find one older. His collection currently contains nearly 1,000 locks. “Right now the oldest lock I have is an 1830 Barrows lock that came from England,” said Collins, a foreman at Curtis Machine and Tool in Nashville. As a result ofhis interest in lock collecting, Collins, who specializes in Yale locks, says he is one of two collectors in the country to possess a complete set of Yale padlocks that were made before the markings were changed in 1883. “It took me five years to find all seven sizes,” Collins said. He also noted that he also owns a copy of the catalogue that shows all the Yale locks made before that time, which is even more ACTION-ADS phone Variety Store 852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. . Downtown Nashville Notice Satellite T.V. Before you invest, discover how you can buy directly from Major Manufactures and Distributors throughout the U.S. Bypass all mid­ dlemen. Insider Report gives you the details. Guaranteed to show you how to save money on this major in­ vestment. Send $5.95 to Insider Report, Dept. 198-H. 3645 28th St. S.E. Grand Rapids, MI, 49508 (9-10). LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 7264)100. (tfn) Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. rare than the locks. Another unique lock Collins owns is one called a Chubbs Detector lock, that introduced a mechanism to detect when the wrong key was used to try and open the lock. Lynn’s wife, Agnes Collins, who formerly owned Agnes’ Corner Kitchen, got in­ terested in collecting jewelry locks three years ago. “She has really encouraged me in my hobby,” Lynn said of his wife. “And she has really worked hard at hers.” Agnes says she also strives to find the oldest locks, and the ones she collects are much smaller and harder to come by. “It’s exciting to find locks that are really old, expecially when they are marked with the date,” she said. The oldest lock she has is dated 1899. Her husband noted that in the short time that Agnes has been collecting the tiny jewelry locks and keys, she has done very well in ob­ taining the old and valuable ones. “My favorite is the baby bracelet lock,” said Agnes. Other little locks she has in her collection were once used on dog collars, and have very small keys to match. Full Family Service Latest Fall Styles n Call for an appointment... I 726-0330 J) । NANCY’S . Beauty Shops 157 S. Main Street Vermontville Phone 726-0330 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 7 Greek Extravaganza set Oct. 3 Have you ever been to a Greek celebration? The Eaton County Ex­ tension Homemakers are inviting you to their annual dinner extravaganza set for 6:30 p.m. Thursday evening, Oct. 3, at Kardel Hall, on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. This year’s extravaganza is promoting the dairy and lamb industries and these special foods have been incorporated in the evening’s menu. The meal is highlighted with special Greek dishes, Pastitsio, Baked Lamb with Rice, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Greek Garden Salad and topped with delicious Baklava. The public is encouraged to attend, the program is only open to adults. Advance registration is necessary by MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner .517*852"9650 ACTION-AD^ Agnes Collins of Nashville began collecting jewelry locks three years ago. Her favorite is the baby bracelet with a tiny lock on it shown left center. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Jr.-Sr. High and Kellogg Monday, Sept. 16 Hot ham and cheese, sweet potatoes, peaches. Tuesday, Sept. 17 Spaghetti, green beans, pears, rolls, and butter. Wednesday, Sept. 18 Pizza, peas, applesauce. Thursday, Sept. 19 Chicken, mashed potatoes and butter, green beans, cherry crisp, bread and butter. Friday, Sept. 20 Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, corn, plums. 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PLACE YOUR PORTRAIT SITTING WITH... SCHNEIDER’S PHOTOGRAPHY NOW! PHONE — 945*3565 We’re located at 210 E. GRAND ST. Between S. Mich. & Hanover St. [MasterCard] PRODUCTS BY Kodak �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 8 Physical fitness, courage help local man overcome trag^^| by Shelly Sulser Often the words bravery, strength and power are used to describe a comic book character known as “Superman.” But a Nash­ ville area man is living proof that supermen do exist, not only in make believe, but also in real life. Rod McMillon is the local man that fits that descrip­ tion. The only reasons Rod is walking and talking today are because of his courage, his health and his Lord. On July 14,1985, McMillon suddenly found himself preparing to die, after a tragic diving mishap nearly claimed his life. McMillon, along with his wife, Corrine, and eightmonth-old daughter Nicole, had gathered at the home of about 3:30 p.m., he had no Corrine’s brother, Gerald idea what would result. Cole, on that particular “I dove and was going Sunday afternoon, to try and through the center of inease their minds of the nertube,” said McMillon recent loss of their uncle, reliving the moment. “But I whose funeral had been held hit the backside of the inthe previous day, and the nertube, and I went limp. It recent death of Rod’s best seems like I hit my forehead friend. and the rest of my body was “We were getting together just pushed right into it,” he trying to relieve our minds of said. everything that had hap­ Instantly suffering a pened in the past couple of broken neck, Rod found days,” remembers Corrine. himself in a desperate Consequently, some at the situation. gathering were enjoying the “Thats a very terrible swimming pool. Rod and feeling,” recalls the 1980 others had been diving off of Maple Valley graduate. “It the high dive through the just doesn’t get any worse center of an innertube in the than that. pool most of the day . “I was concious the whole The next time Rod stepped time, but I was paralyzed as off the end of the board, at soon as I hit.” Rod McMillon has made a miraculous recovery since he sustained a broken neck following a diving accident two months ago. Expected by his doctors to be a quadriplegic, Rod is already walking on his own. He is shown at center, with (from left) his wife Corrine and 10-month-old daughter Nicole, mother Joan and father Lowell. McMillon said he then floated from the deep end of the pod to the shallow end, under water all the while. Upon arriving at the shallow end of the pool, the innertube then bumped into Corrine, who was at the time, holding on to their little daughter. “She started to walk away and I heard her say, ‘Look at daddy playing around,’ ” said Rod, 23. Corrine noted that Rod was always one to see how long he could remain under water, and to tease by grabbing her legs, “...so I just figured that’s what he Maple Valley Community Education * ENRICHMENT CLASSES★ To Enroll Call - B52-927 S& CLASS TIME MONDAY Upholstery Needlepunching* Basic Cake Dec. Stenciling* Impact of Color 7:00-9:00p.m. Sept. 30 $15.00 6 wks. MVHS Cooper 7:00-9:00p.m. Sept. 30 $7.50 3 wks. MVHS Dishong 6:30-9:30p.m.Sept. 30 $15.00 4 wks. Vermontville Goodenough 7:00-9:00p.m. Oct. 21 $5.00 2 wks. MVHS Dishong 7:00-9:00p.m. Nov. 4 $10.00 4 wks. MVHS Colwell TUESDAY Jr. Karate Open Karate Money Management Tax Planning Retirement Plans Candlewicking* Adv. 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September 10. 1965 — Page 9 Rod saw this sign made by Suzy Corkwell and family when he first home from the hospital August 23. was doing and when he didn’t do that, I kept thinking, something’s wrong,” Corrine said. By then, Rod, a member of Nashville Baptist Church, was preparing to die. “I was pretty well gone then,” said Rod, “I didn’t have anything left in me. I had been trying to yell but I was under the water. “Then, I started praying. I told God I was ready to come to Heaven.” Finally, Corrine realized Rod was in trouble. “I kept trying to pull him up and trying lossy, ‘Come on Rod, get out now, the joke’s over,” she said. “And nothing happened. He just kind of looked at me kind of funny and then I figured something was wrong so I gave Nicole to my sister so we could get him out.” Rod notes that the accident was “scary at first, but I must have been just so, so tired, that I just started praying, cause I knew then that it was over. It didn’t bother me after that.” Rod was rushed to HayesGreen-Beach Hospital in Charlotte, where he was then transported by helicopter to the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. As a result of his accident, Rod suffered a break in the second vertebra down from his head. The type of injury he sustained is known in the medical field as a C23. Rod’s parents, Lowell and Joan McMillon, received the phone call about their son at about 4 p.m. that day. “All that was said on the phone was Rod had an ac­ cident in the swimming pool,” explained Mr. Mc­ Millon. “You don’t really know what to think at that point.” “He was in such good physical shape that I never even dreamed it would be anything like this,” said Mrs. McMillon, adding, “and when they told me he had broken his neck, it was like a nightmare.” All movement in Rod’s body was immediately shut off when the accident oc­ curred, leading the doctors to believe, as is the result in most similiar cases, that Rod would be a quadriplegic, meaning he would never again have the use of his arms or legs. In addition, Rod, a member of the Marine Reserves, was ex­ pected to have to breathe through a ventilator the rest of his life. But it was during the seven hours he spent in the emergency room at U of M that Rod already began to show signs of recovery. “He kicked his left leg up quite high off the table and he was pointing and the doctors and nurses couldn’t believe it,” noted Corrine. “That’s when we found out that he wasn't paralyzed, and it was like 20-pounds of weight (came) off of my head right there.” Corrine and the family' continued to pray for their loved one and to remain near Rod during his ordeal, which sister Kim, also made frequent visits to Rod's hospital room. Following emergency work by the emergency room doctor to line up the vertebrae in Rod s neck, a metal "halo” was placed on his head, which he still wears, to keep his neck straight A painful process, the halo was installed by screwing four metal prongs into Rod’s skull, without the use of anesthetic. For the first 10-days of his hospital stay, Rod was in traction on what is known as a Stryker bed, used to keep the bones in line and immobile. Every two hours, members of the hospital staff would turn the bed over. “He would stare at the ceiling for a while and then they would flip him over and he would stare at the floor for a while, ” explained Rod’s father. “If you wanted to talk to him, you’d have to get down on the floor." Mr. McMillon also noted his son could not talk or breathe on his own before his July 24 surgery to repair the bone. In order to mend the break in his neck, the doctors took a small section of Rod’s rib from the left side of his back. The peice of bone was wired on top of the vertebra. In all. came became their ordeal as well. Upon learning that Rod had been transported to Ann Arbor, Lowell and Joan returned home, packed, and headed east in their motor home. Joan stayed in the motor home during Rod’s month long stay in the hospital there', while Lowell drove back and forth each day, a 192-mile round trip, to be with his son. Rod’s brother Todd, and his surgery. Rod began to make rapid progress in moving his arms and legs. “Every morning, we’d come in and he’d do something different. He improved every day we went in,” recalls Joan. Through the whole ordeal, Rod never felt like he wanted to die. Instead, Rod was determined make a com­ plete recovery. “He never really acted or seemed to be worried that he wasn’t going to get better,” commented Rod’s dad. “He always acted like he was the surgery lasted a total of eight hours. The family said they stayed close to God during the experience, and when others would hear of Rod’s plight they would also pray for Rod’s full recovery. Nine different churches joined together to pray for Rod McMillon, including one in Mississippi, one in Virginia and one in Ann Arbor. He also received nearly 200cards from friends and well­ wishers. “He had no choice but to get better,” said Corrine. During the days following Continued on next page— 309 N. Main St., Nashville STOP IN AND PLAY MOON PATROL Monday and Tuesday TAPE RENTAL ...... ^3 Wednesday thru Saturday | c kn tape rental........*3, —VCR Rental Available — MEAN SEASON • DUNE KILLING FIELDS • RUNAWAY SCHOOL HOURS Mon-Fri 2-8 p.m.; \ Sat. 10-8 p.m. ph. 852-1948 ^ Sale On Now thru Sept. 27 ’85 M Amliwiiwy First Prize Grand Prize Enter PORTABLE GAS GRILL Second Prize 11 Prizes Awarded *10 worth GAS TRI WHEELER At Any C-Store Location 3 H.P. Third Prize ONE CASE PEPSI 11 Prizes Awarded One Prize Awarded 6 Pack Cans 11 Prizes Awarded Contest Rules: To register, complete the entry Mank below and bring It to any of the 11 C-Store localtons. Ooadfina for entry is Friday. September 27. 1965. Drawing we ba held October 7. 1965. Al winners w> be notified. GRANO PRIZE: 3 H.P. TRI-WHEELER, one awarded. 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SAVE 40* STORE 5 f°r m* pure Orange Juice 68 ounces Regular *1.69 SAVE 70* 99* • MILK • GROCERIES • HOT COFFEE • ICE CREAM • SANDWICHES • SNACKS • POP • ICE • COLD BEER & WINE MICHIGAN INSTANT LOTTERY TICKETS OPEN 7 DAYS 416 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE SOLD HERE PH. 517-852-9561 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 Page 10 Local man, continued This is a picture of Rod the day he walked for the first time since the accident. Shown with him is his physical therapist. Tuesday, Sept. 10 Starting... dorothy mcmillen Will be taking appointments ... Tuesday thru Saturday Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 — going to get better.” Corrine added, “We always made sure we were chipper and never got him down. We knew if we got him feeling blue about it, that it would probably take him back 10-days instead of ahead 10-days.” Mrs. McMillon remembers Rod’s high spirits and determination. “Every time Corrine and I were in there, it seemed like every day he would whisper that he wanted us to do something .with his weak side, to massage it And every day, we’d do something with his weak side.” “He’s sort of been like that from the start,” states Lowell. “He has just ac­ cepted every day as it came along.” Rod agrees. “I really haven’t been bothered by it. I never got depressed.” Rod continued to progress and in doing so, baffled the doctors and nurses, who had informed the McMillons that with the type of injury Rod had sustained, he should have been brain damaged, permanently on the ven­ tilator for the rest of his life, and a quadriplegic. “He has none of that,” says Corrine. Rod was able to talk again for the first time since the accident on August 5, and 10­ days later, he walked 125 yards. “It was exciting when he walked at nine months but it was more exciting when he walked at 23,” recalls his mother. On August 23, Rod finally was allowed to go home for a weekend visit to his house on — Maple Valley Adult Education enroll now in High School Completion Monday thru Thursday & Vocational Courses • FREE o adults without a high school diploma. • FREE o the high school graduate who is under 20 by Sept. 1, 1985. First Quarter Classes begin September 9 and Meet for 9 Weeks MORNING CLASSES • 9-: MONDAY TUESDAY • MEAD-O-ACRES WEDNESDAY U.S. History Math Government Science Accounting AFTERNOON CLASSES • 1-4:30 • MEAD-O-ACRES MONDAY WEDNESDAY Independent Study G.E.D. Preparation English EVENING CLASSES • 6:15-9:45 • M.V. HIGH SCHOOL MONDAY WEDNESDAY Social Studies Office Procedures & Machine Operations Auto Mechanics Maple Grove Birthday Club meeting on Sept 17 Maple Grove Birthday Club will meet at Helen Shantz home on Guy Rd., Tuesday, Sept. 17. Karen Peterson will be co-hostess, Diane Williams will bring Birthday Cake. Potluck dinner at 12:30 p.m. ACTION-ADS • All other adults will be charged a small fee. i Lawrence Road. He was released from the hospital permanently August 26. He now continues physical therapy at Lansing’s Sparrow Hospital, where he goes three-days a week to work on building his muScles back to the normal state. “He has come through it with flying colors,"” smiles Corrine. Rod’s excellent physical condition, say his doctors, greatly contributed to his recovery. “They told me it helped out a lot being in good shape,” said Rod, who in high school was a member of the track and cross country teams. He also continued to keep in shape after high school by running three-miles a day, riding his bicycle and lifting weights. Rod hopes to again do these things one day. Presently, Rod still wears his “halo”, which was connected to a body vest the day following his surgery. A day Rod now looks forward to is October 24, when x-rays will be taken to determine if theJialo can be removed. The doctors say in other cases like Rod’s, people who have progressed to this point would have nearly a year of physical therapy left. However, considering the pace at which he progressed, he may be finished with physical therapy sooner. “The Lord has been with us the whole way,” says a thankful Corrine. “We could feel Him in the emergency room, we could feel Him in intensive care and we could feel Him in physical therapy.” In order to fully convey his experience and his feelings about what happened to him, Rod plans to write a book. The tentative title for the book is “The Miracle.” G.E.D. Preparation English Career Communications Reading Improvement World Geography TUESDAY THURSDAY Science Consumers Education Math thru Algebra Wood Shop U.S. History Accounting Typing Intro, to Computer Science Sociology Conversational Spanish CALL — 852-9275 Card Of Thanks We want to thank all the 3rd floor nurses, the respitory therapists and Dr’s Hogan, Shirmer, and Wildern for their tender care while in the hospital with a special thanks to Dr. Roth who helped make her home stay more comfortable also. Thanks so much to Chaplin Herb Roberts for his prayers and songs that helped brighten her day. Special thanks to the Nashville VFW and Ladies Auxilary for all they’ve done during her hospital stay and after. The family of Madeleine Everett Mike Ray and Joyce and family Larry and Joan and family Janet and family Larry and Jean and family ARTS AND CRAFTS IN THE PARK: in Nashville in conjunction with the muz­ zleloader events Saturday, Sept. 21,1985 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Central Park in Nashville sponsored by Girl Scout Troops 221 and 731. For further information contact Marsha Ainslie after 5 p.m. at 517-852-1931. Rod McMillon, of Lawrence Road near Nashville, is happy to be alive and to be home with his family, Corrine and Nicole. MAPLE VALLE w/j\'X .\J^( eal Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMERWINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan ANNOUNCING...our new sales associate - GEORGE WILLIAMS: George has been selling real estate in the Maple Valley area for 4 years. He is not a "newcomer" to the real estate profession. He specializies in "new construction". 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(CH-111) VERMONTVILLE TWO STORY: Three bedroom home on large lot, house newly painted & in­ sulated, barn 24x16, mature shade. Priced to sell at $25,900. (V-127)LARGE PRODUCTIVE FARM, 155 acres, 100 tillable acres and 20 acres wooded. This is a SHOW­ PLACE FARM, well kept, beautiful view, large 5 bed­ room home, 2 pole barns, 32x64 and 40x32 steel corn crib, granary and other build­ ings. Possible contract terms. NASHVILLE LARGE YARD! "Extra nice’’ 3 bedroom home on extra large corner lot, home features many closets & "built-ins”, china cabinet, breakfast nook, & roofed deck. This is one you must see to appreciate. Listed to sell at $32,900. Contract terms possible to qualified buyer(N-129) (F-117) NEW LISTING!! 700 FT.. OF THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE i part of this 7 acres with 2 story home built in 1984 which has 1 bedroom and bath, plus a 24x14 kitchen and living area, plus a floored loft. Garbge and small barn also included. $29,900. (CH-139) WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF FARMS AND VACANT LAND PARCELS! W Mt *.!si �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 11 Castleton Township Baord The regular meeting of the Castleton Township Board was held September 4, 1985 8:00 p.m. at the township hall. Present: J. Cooley, N. Rasey, G. Godbey, L. Pixley and S. Bishop. Also present: E. Wilson. Minutes of the August meeting were approved as read. Treasurer Report: General Fund $60,731.52; Fire Voted $43,032.11; Ambulance Voted $17,390.83; Township Improvement $45,954.96; Federal Revenue $14,092.68. BILLS: Eaton Fed. T.l. Int $190.67 Comerica Fed Rev ...... 3417.00 Barry Soil & Water 22.00 St. of Ml-guardrails 15.00 Rasey Construction 75.00 Reminder ............... ..89.60 Earl Groh 120.25 Barry Co. Clerk 36.00 A. Yaudes............... ..46.38 S. Stall 46.38 P. Rizor 46.38 M. Ainslie 51.38 J.W. Cooley 624.50 S. Bishop 387.00 L. Pixley 374.50 St. of Ml Social Security246.76 Consumers Rowe .22.49 Village - Water 15.68 Ml Bell 27.92 Doubleday 244.11 Nashville Elevato 135.59 C-MG-N Recycle -Board. 500.00 S. Bishop 10.00 D. Hamilton 5872.00 R. Tobias........................ 445.98 J.W. Cooley 78.51 MTA District Meeting... 112.00 Motion tp pay bills supported and passed. Motion to send 4 board members to district meeting of MTA supported and passed. Motion to provide $2,801.40 to Drain Commission for townships portion of cost of Price Road crossing of the State Road and Extension Drain report supported and passed. Motion to authorize D. Hamilton to proceed with grading, clearing, ditching on Morgan Rd. not to exceed $10,000 supported and passed. Motion to authorize Barry Co. Road Comm, to in­ stall a wedge and widen State Road to Hosmer and mat driveway entrance over culvert supported and passed. Motion to increase budget for cemetery to $11,000.00 decreasing general fund balance $2,500.00 supported and passed. Motion to authorize Fire Board to purchase Ford LS 9000 fire truck from Pierce Fire Apparatus Co. at a cost of $109,639.90 and authorize J. Cooley to sign any necessary papers on behalf of the Township, sup­ ported and passed. MTA County Meeting Sept. 17 at Johnston Twp. Hall. Discussion of cemetery plotting and additional im­ provements, no action. Motion to adjourn, supported . and passed. Meeting adjourned 10:23 p.m. J.W. Cooley, Supervisor S. Bishop, Clerk BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 11 - 4-H Horse Leaders meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. September 16 - 4-H Award forms due in Extension Office. September 18 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 28-29 - 4-H Fall Horse Galaxy Meeting, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents Hydrants will be flushed Thursday, Septem­ ber 19 beginning at approximately 10:00 ,p.m. This may cause temporary discolora­ tion of water. VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL NOTICE TO BID The Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on the following; • • • • Automotive Fleet Insurance General Liability Insurance Workmen's Compensation Insurance A one million dollar and a two million dollar umbrella • Errors and Omissions Insurance All bids to be received by the Village Clerk by 5 p.m. on September 20, 1985. Bid specifications are available at Nashville Village Hall. The Village reserves the right to reject or accept any and all bids. SUSAN M. CORKWELL Nashville Village Clerk Vermontville scouts seek members Vermontville Girl Scouts are now organizing for the 1985-86 year. Interested girls may sign up for troops on Thursday, Sept. 12 at Maplewood Elementary at 7 p.m. A $3 registration fee is required for national membership and insurance purposes. Each troop also sets dues to help cover troop expenses such as crafts, snacks and badges. Girls are encouraged to come and register on that night. Brownies: First, second, and third grade girls will have their first meeting at Maplewood on Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 2:45-4 p.m. Troop leaders Dawn Balcom and Joan Hasselback have for girls in grades seven, planned activities centering eight and nine. around the Brownie Bee Seniors: Girls in grades handbook with a campout ten, eleven, and twelve make and a trip to an apple farm up this troop level. These two scheduled in the first month. troops will be working on Weekly dues are 25 cents. different interest patches, Juniors: Junior Girl leadership pins, and career Scouts are girls in the fourth, explorations as well as fifth and sixth grades. They community service projects. will meet weekly at the Girls can work on their own United Methodist Church on time with occasional update Mondays from 2:30-4:30. meetings with leaders Kathy CO A Menu & Coming Events Dues will be $7 for the year. Othmer and Jeri Baker. Girls may work on different Dues will be $9 for the year Low-cost noon meals are “Osteoporosis’ ’-Del., badges with immediate with a first meeting available for those over 60 Carolyn Jackson, Health plans for a campout, song scheduled on Wednesday, years of age, and spouse Dept, on “Osteoporosis”. workshop workshop and and rollerskating. rollerskating. Sept. 18 from 3-5 p.m. at the even if under 60, at the Sept. 13 - Hotdog with cheese Troop leaders are Roz First Congregational Commission on Aging on a bun, baked beans, relish Lingholm, Connie Shutes and Church. Plans for the year Monday through Friday at tray, fruit crisp-Hast., Lois Hammond. include camping, 116 N. Michigan Ave., C a r ol y n Jackson, Cadets: This is the troop rolleskating, and traveling. Hastings and the Masonic “Osteoporosis”-Wood., Pat Temple in Nashville; Fox, Senior Center Coord. Monday, Wednesday and Sept. 16 - BBQ chicken, Thursday at the United oven-browned potatoes, wax Methodist Church in Delton; beans, roll, fruit mix-Hast., Monday, Wednesday and Social Security; after lunch, Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Jan McAlpine, Attorney on Woodland. Suggested “Wills”-Nash., Sing along donation is 75 cents, but with Ed Smith. donations are private and up Sept. 17 - Cold plate, 3 bean • Quality Workmanship • Transmission to the individual as to what is salad, potato salad, kaiser Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel affordable. Food stamps are roll, strawberry shortcakeAlignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & accepted. All sites are Nash., “Laurel & Hardy barrier free. Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes film-Hast., Julie Sheldon, Sept. 11 Meatballs in talk on “Rare Books” tomato sauce, baked potato, Please make note that the Most Alternators w/exchg >35” carrots and peas, dinner roll, C.O.A. has a new telephone Alternators pinapple tidbits-Hast., Sing number, which is 948-4856. along-Nash., J&M Andrews, The weeks of the 9th and the w/built in regulator w/exchg. *45” musical entertainment-Del. 16th are “Guest Weeks”, so, Most Starters . w/exchg >35” Blood pressure clinic. come to lunch and bring a Sept. 12 - Cod almbndine, friend! Starters mixed vegetables, tossed Margarine and milk are w/solnoid .............. w/exchg *42” salad with dressing, dinner included with each meal; roll, brownie—Hast, and coffee and tea are available. Water Pumps w/exchg *29” Nash., Bingo-Nash., Beth Menu is subject to change Stutz, Health Dept, on without notice. instock for most Auto Service CENTER American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Nashville exhibitors take home honors from state fair From Black Top Delane to Targhee and Corriedale to Rambouillet, sheep from an assortment of breeds competed at the recent Michigan State Fair. In the Black Top Delaine open show, Joe Mater, 14, of Nashville dominated, taking grand and reserve champion honors with both his rams and ewes. Mater’s yearling ram was named grand champion, while a junior ram (bom after Jan. 1, 1985) was named reserve champion. In the ewe show, he received honors with a junior ewe (bom after March 1) while his yearling ewe garnered reserve champion honors. Black Top Delaine is a breed of sheep that originated more than 1,200 years ago in Spain. They are a medium-sized sheep that have a dark body oil on the top of their wool, hence the name Black Top. Over 25 Black Tops were exhibited at the Michigan State Fair. Eighteen-year-old Allan Mater of Nashville dominated with his animals in the Rambouillet breed. Allan earned honors for having the champion ram, the reserve champion ram, the champion ewe and the reserve ewe. In the Columbia breed, Janice Mater, 12, of Nash­ ville had the champion ram. Cattle shows were one of the many agricultural events too, drawing competitors from all across Michigan and the Midwest. Six breeds of cattle were exhibited and shown during the fair. In the bull show, Timothy Tobias of Nashville claimed grand champion honors for a February yearling bull that .had been named Junior bull champion earlier. Established in 1849, the Michigan State Fair is the oldest state fair in the nation. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 FREE JAZZERCISE FOR TWO. OR TWO TRIPS JUST FORYOU. Just think. ¥xi, along with a friend ifyou’d like, dancing up a storm, shaping up and having a ball. All of which will have a wonderful effect on you, the rest of your day and all the people in it. Free Jazzercise for two. Or two trips just for you. Just bring in this complimentary coupon before December 31,1985. REGISTER NOW... Maple Valley High • Mon. & Wed., 5:35 p.m. Phone... 882-8773 New participants only. One coupon per person. �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville. Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 12 Midwest having problems replacing lost industrial jobs A recent congressional study shows that seven Midwest states lost nearly one million industrial jobs from 1979 through 1984, with Illinois, Ohio and Michigan faring the worst. The Northeast-Midwest Congressional Coalition study indicates the Midwest has lagged far behind the rest of the United States in replacing lost manufac­ turing jobs with service­ sector jobs. During this period, the seven Midwest states lost nearly one million industrial jobs and added about 484,000 service jobs. Other regions fared much better. The six-state New England region had a net gain of 250,000 jobs and the five-state Mid-Atlantic region had a net gain of 248,100 jobs. The study found that during the five year period: --Illinois lost 286,100 manufacturing jobs and gained 124,700 service jobs EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Thursday, Sept. 12- 7:30 p.m. Horse Development. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Saturday, Sept. 14 - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Grand River Canoe Trip. Monday, Sept. 16 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton County Fairboard Mtg., Fair Office, Charlotte. Tuesday, Sept. 17 - 7:30 p.m. Small Animal Association meeting, Extension office, Charlotte. Thursday, Sept. 19-7 p.m. Stock Dog Demonstration, Gordon and Marguerite Johnson’s 3500 Perkey Rd., Charlotte. Friday, Sept. 20 - Swine Days -109 Anthony Hall, Michigan State University, 12:30 Prok Barbecue. Afternoon displays at Research Center. Sept. 21-22 - State 4-H Rodeo, MSU Livestock Pavilion. Tuesday, Sept. 24 - 7:30 p.m. Post-Fair and Non-Livestock 4­ H project planning meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte fairgrounds. Saturday, Sept. 28 - 7:30 p.m. Jr. Livestock “Buyer’s Ap­ preciation Banquet”, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 1-7 p.m. Fall Harvest Contest, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. f Saturday, Oct. 5 - 10-12 Shooting Sports - Firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club. 1-3 Archery, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Oct. 7-12 - NATIONAL 4-H WEEK. Monday, Oct. 7 - 8:00 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 4-H Dairy Banquet, 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgronds. Tuesday, Oct. 8- 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Charlotte. for a net loss of 161,400 jobs. -Ohio lost 257,200 manufacturing jobs and gained 97,600 service jobs for a net loss of 159,600 jobs. —Indiana lost 112,100 manufacturing jobs and gained 55,600 service jobs for a net loss of 56,500 jobs. —Michigan lost 214,400 manufacturing jobs, mostly in the auto industry, and gained 69,800 service jobs, for a net loss of 144,600. Michigan also lost 17,770 jobs in wholesale and retail trade during the period-the most of any state, the study said. Looking at these statistics reminds us just how large a task we have ahead of us as we try to restore Michigan's business climate. Our state should continue to aggressively recruit more service and manufacturing jobs and bring down the cost ofdoing business by enacting further reforms in workers’ compensation and unem­ ployment compensation. New Plan Eases Medicaid Expenses State Officials estimate that a pioneering Medicaid plan for more than 70,000 poor people in Metro Detroit is saving taxpayers $1.18 million a year. Designed to reduce the staggering cost of providing health care to Michigan's poor, the Physician Primary Sponsor Plan (PPSP) assigns responsible for managing the person’s health care, the plan’s authors believe it could cut overuse of the system, while offering quality care. The pilot program pays physicians for each in­ dividual service they provide. Doctors also get $3 a month for each recipient they handle. . While the-program hasn’t saved as much as originally hoped, officials are pleased with its success. A recent study by Medicaid analysts said a comparison between patients enrolled in the special program and those paid in the traditional “fee for service” fashion, revealed a net savings to Medicaid of $1.44 a person, each month. And although Medicaid has failed to enroll as many clients in the PPSP program as it had hoped, it does have a decent record. The program must have some merit - 26 other states have copied the idea. I guess when you save money, good news travels fast. Eaton County Shriners support 'special riding' In keeping with its wellknown and deserved reputation for support of the handicapped, the Eaton County Shrine Club awarded a grant a $1,000 to the Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association for support of the Special Riding Program for the Handicapped. Immediately following the association’s 4th Annual Horse Raffle (won by Mark Williams of Charlotte) in the 4-H Horse Arena at the Fairgrounds on July 27. Jack Gyger, Eaton County Shrine Club president, presented the Shriner’s check of $1000 to Stef Wells, volunteer association president, before an appreciative audience. The Shriners, whose ac­ tivities in support of the handicapped are wellacclaimed, are to be com­ mended for their support of a locally-based organization’s efforts on behalf of the handicapped. President Wells noted that it seemed SEPT. 13-14 Fall Open House Specials • Receive s50-s100 Trade-in on Snapper Self-Propelled Mowers • Receive *100**200 Trade-in on 8 HP or Larger Snapper Riders Gilson 8 HP 38” Cut Lawn Tractor S^1fO4Q9E3OO fitting that one Eaton agency demonstrated its dedication through support of another Eaton County agency on behalf of the handicapped. As an independent, self­ sustaining, wholly-volunteer organization, the Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association offers a program of therapeutic-recreational horseback riding instruction to the handicapped through its award-winning Special Riding Program for the Handicapped, now in its ninth consecutive successful year. Indicating the importance of the Shriner grant, Wells indicated that the $1000 will be sufficient to cover the professional instructor’s fees for the 10-week fall riding session of the program which begins on Friday, Sept. 13 and continues each Friday therafter to the conclusion of the session. “On behalf of the student riders of the Special Riding Program for the Han­ dicapped, the Volunteer Association extends its sincerest expression of appreciation to the Eaton County Shrine Club for its generosity in support of the Special Riding Program. Thank you for helping make a difference,” said a spokesperson. RECEIVE ’100’200 TRADE-IN ............................. World hunger film to be shown at local church HUSQVARNA SAWS QUICK FINANCING — for all — Saws & Equip. SPECIAL PRICES ly^1202 Money Down 15% Interest MOST SAWS no ’0’500 >12.50r» MO ’500’1000 .‘26’’«. 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Expo held Aug. 19-22 at Kelly Bosworth of Charlotte Michigan State University. placed in the top- twenty Lorin Lewis of Charlotte sheep showman and was in sheep was selected as one of the top seventeenth twenty participants and will judging. Troy Thompson from receive a trip to the North American International Vermontville received ninth Livestock Exposition in place in the senior demon­ stration contest and placed Louisville, Kentucky. overall in Lorin also exhibited the sixteenth Reserve Champion Sim- demostration contest and mental thirteenth in the live places sixteenth overall in animal evalulation contest, the junior division of the ninth overall in livestock livestock judging contest, judging, twelfth in hog thirteenth in oral reasons, judging and fifth in sheep nineteenth in hog judging judging. Missy Bosworth, and tenth in beef judging. Charlotte, exhibited the Geoff Clarke from Eaton Champion Commercial Rapids placed fourteenth in Heifer, and placed fourth in beef cattle judging. Sheri beef showmanship, was third Day of Olivet was a member in sheep showmanship, and of the county’s senior placed fourth in the sheep livetsock judging team division of the livestock which placed fourth in oral reasons and seventh overall. judging contest. Kim Thompson from The purpose of the annual Vermontville earned first statewide event is to en­ place in the Junior courage 4-H members to Photography division, sixth broaden their skills and overall in photography, third expertise in livestock and in junior demonstrations and related fields. This year’s competition ninth overall in demon­ strations. Greta Stough of included livestock judging Charlotte took a ninth place and evaluation classes; in the Junior Photography livestock public speaking, contest, and placed sixteenth demonstrations and in sheep judging and third in photography contests; a livestock quiz bowl and an beef judging. ag-olympics; and the Tai Gearhart, Ver­ montville, exhibited the veterinary science fair. Reservations available for workshop Eaton County 4-H teen and tailoring, alterations, cross­ adult leaders are invited to stitch, monogramming, strip attend the 4-H Personal patchwork quilting and Appearance Workshop Oct. historical fashions. 11-12 at Kettenun Center, the The personal appearance state’s leadership training workshop is sponsored by a facility in Tustin. grant from Chemical Bank Workshop participants will Clare and Kysor Industrial have the opportunity to Corporation, through the update their skills and Michigan 4-H Foundation. knowledge in personal ap­ Reservations for the pearance areas. The .workshop are due Sept. 26. workshop will also include For information about this in-depth sessions for teens to workshop or other 4-H ac­ provide training in modeling tivities, contact the Eaton and grooming. County Cooperative Ex­ Other session topcis will tension Service office, or call cover clothes buying, 543-2310 or 372-5594. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 13 Fowler spoils coach's debut,18-0 Three critical turnovers were turned into Fowler touchdowns as the Eagles turned back Maple Valley 18­ 0 last Friday thus spoiling the varsity debut of Lion head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. S Fowler, always a highlyranked Class D power, kicked off the scoring in the opening quarter after recovering a blocked punt at the Maple Valley 18-yard line. Several plays later Ken Armbrustermasher took it in MV golfers win 3 matches last week x x.SS .SS *■■xx"’’s’’Mt J* t >U \S U*45Si t £ts & £<&■ J**5S J5S S?S*s S?Ss * i MlRts; u! j *Rk ^snstaj ,f* '~-iK3t: 'f^'sMp^nl wt san ,Jfe* ’kpslapta I SR nty(pn||>i pita tan’i ned Qnai&sltos rani Ii e ss ?• I fc ini rai mr (^itit. tats ftp tf im Rwnt® !r k ntynktyi fjsKMitas nfetyfiM* folia gniitl k R Mj tapiH pri atfiawift’1 ri jfrau® Iliff The Maple Valley Golf team started the year out properly by defeating all thru of their opponents last week. They defeated Lakewood 179-196, Bellevue 175-180 and Battle Creek Pennfield 183-183 (5th score decided the match). In the Lakewood match Brook DeGroot was Medalist with 40. Lloyd Cooper was next at 44, had 46 and a number of players tied at 49. The following night the Lions traveled to Marywood C.C. to play Pennfield. After the first four players had turned in their scores (DeGroot40, Lenz 46, Cooper 47 and McMillen 50) they were tied dead even with Pennfield. Not until Brian Stall defeated his oponent was the match decided. The following day M.V. played a much improved Bellevue golf team at Olivet C.C. the highlight of this match was the very fine score (41) of senior captain Bob Mc­ Millen. Other scores in the match were DeGrobt 44, Norton 44 and Cooper 46. The J.V. golf team’s record books the same as the Varsity record 3 wins and 0 looses. Their best match was when they shot 185 against Bellevue. The scores were Dan Murphy 46, Scot Phenix 46, Richie Varney 46, Scot Tobias 47 and Brian Stall 47. Other members of the team are Ken Bishop, Randy Bishop, Chris Todd, John Vincent, Jeff Sleeper, and Dan Hale. This week they travel to Springfield on Wednesday and host a double duel with Bronson and Portland St. Pats on Thursday. Maple Valley harriers have rebuilding year motivation.” The M.V. Harriers will One runner who has been have to rebuild this season after losing four of their top very surprising is freshmen Angie Smith. “She is the type five runners to graduation. of kid who coaches enjoy The biggest loss was Dean Hale, who was all­ working with. She has a conference and a state great attitude and isn’t afraid of working to improve qualifier. This year’s squad is ledby herself.” In their first league meet the only returning let­ terman, junior Rob last Thursday, the Lions lost Trowbridge. In addition to to Olivet by the score of 22­ Trowbridge the team 33. Placing for M.V. were: members are senior-Steve Rob Trowbridge-3rd, Cody Schilz, Juniors: Andy Mattson-6th, Darin McFinkler and Mark Bukoski. Donald-?^, Mark Goodrichsophomores: Scott Walcott 8th, Steve Schilz-9th. Angie and Eric Terpening and Smith took first place for te freshman: Cody Mattson, girls followed by Kris Darrin McDonald, Mark Brewer. The Lions will entertain Goodrich, Bryant Filter and Bellevue at 5 p.m. on their Tom Brock. In addition to the boys home course at Mulberry team, the prospect for a girls Fore on Tuesday. They will team is looking better each then travel to Saranac on day. Returning lettermen Thursday for a non-league junior Kris Brewer and meet. The top team in the Sophomore Joy Hamilton are joined this year by fresh- S.M.A.A. this year will again man Angie Smith and be Bronson led by State Champ Jesse McGuire. Michelle Reid. “This team is very young Close behind them should be and inexperienced but Olivet and Pennfield. All students intersted in loaded with potential” said coach Don Roscoe. “Our joining the team may still do freshmen will be tremendous so by contacting coach Don runners once they have a Roscoe, co-captains Rob couple of years behind them. Trowbridge or Steve Schile The key is their self- and Kris Brewer. CM Whf & Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 rf] JE -RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 % " pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks N, The Maple Valley­ Lakewood Adult Education classes began this week. However, there is still time to enroll. A large number of area residents have already enrolled in the clases. Several of them will be able to complete the requirements necessary for their diploma and will be graduating in May of this coming year. Several others already have their diplomas and are ,attending classes to brush up on their skills or learn new ones. Daytime classes are of­ fered at Mead-O-Acres on (Thornapple Lake Road. Evening classes are held at M aple Valley High School from 6:15-9:45. -Woodship is offered Tuesday evenings and will be taught by Bill Kipp. In this course students will be given basic operational and safety instruction on the (equipment. The basics will be given in measuring, cutting, sanding and finishing. Introduction to Computer Science will be taught by Robert Moore of Hastings. The following topics will be discussed: Computer History, Overview of Computers and Equipment, Data Processing Cycle and 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville ; Lion eagers beat Saranac by 43-40 score Maple Valley’s girls’ offensively and defensively basketball season began on made the difference in the Tuesday with a victory over game. a scrappy Saranac team. The Lions dominated the Though the Lions took the boards in the final minutes lead early, they had to fight with Dawn Morawski to hang on to the 43-40 win. grabbing a carrom from a Both teams were plaqued missed free throw to end by turnovers and frequent Saranac’s hope of victory. trips to the foul line in the Carol Lamie dominated season opener for both rebounding for Valley. She pulled down 12 and added 8 squads. Valley’s aggressive points. Beth Starring lead defense gave them the edge defensively with 6 steals. She early and they widened the also had 4 assist and 6 points. Dawn Morawski lead Lion lead to 9 points early in the scorers with 14 points. Ad­ second quarter. The Redskins began to ding 2 points each were Sheri close the gap at the charity Forell, Kelly Haefler and stipe and came within three Carmen Hamilton. The Lions are on the road points of their guests by the again next week playing two half. The Lions maintained non-league rivals. Tuesday’s their slim lead throughout game at Lakewood has a 5 the third quarter but fell p.m. J.V. start and Thur­ behind twice 38-37, and 40-39, sday’s game at Potterville will begin at 6 p.m. in the final period. Aggressive rebounding Computer Operation. Office procedures and machine operations, ac­ counting, typing, and auto mechanics are also offered as well as the classes required for a high school diploma. If you’ve always thought about getting your diploma, now is the time to enroll. You will be in classes with adults. Some of them may be your friends and neighbors. You will also meet new friends. There is no charge for those without their diploma. Graduates under 20 may also take the classes free of charge. If you have your diploma and want to brush up on your skills you may take these classes for a small fee. For further information or to enroll call 852-9275. Office hours are from 1-9 p.m Monday through Thursday in the high school. Lion JVs drop opener to Fowler, 26-12 The Maple Valley junior varsity football team dropped a hard fought game last Thursday night to a good Fowler team. The Lions saw themselves down 18-6 at halftime but fought back to make it 18-12 to start the 4th quarter. Fowler intercepted a pass on the 15 yard line with a minute and a half left, drove it in for a score and added the extra point for the final score of 26-12. The Lions were led in rushing by Chris Thomson with 91 yards in 15 carries and the defense was led by Thamson with 10 tackles and Flower, Siple, and Granger with six tackles respectively. The next game for the junior lions will be Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. with league for Olivet. Bany-lonia-Eaton Football League results 4th and 5th Grade Vermontville 14, Nashville 6; Hastings 22, Sunfield 0; Saranac 6, Woodland 0. 6th Grade Nashville 6, Vermontville 0; Hastings 44, Sunfield 6; Woodland 14, Saranac 6. 7th and 8th Grade "Nashville 28, Vermontville 0; Hastings 16, Sunfield 6; Saranac 16, Woodland 8. Sept. 14 Schedule Lake Odessa at Ver­ montville; Hastings at Woodland; Saranac at Sunfield. HAYES GREEN BEACH HOSPITAL SPECIALTY CLINICS ACTION-ADS T.V. ANTENNA SERVICE: Top quality, Winegard an­ tenna’s. Reasonable prices. Lee’s T.V., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) HAY FOR SALE: first and second cutting also beef cows, steers, and calves. (517)852-1784 Nashville. (10­ 1) W ' la Sports failed to connect on 6 passes. Tim Higdon had 57 yards on 13 carries while Mike Smith added 25 yards on 7 carries. Fowler, on the other hand, had 7 first downs, 128 rushing yards and 84 through the air. Defensively, Maple Valley was led by Scott Villanueva and George Steinbrecker each with 10 tackles. Greg Tilley had 2 fumble recoveries and Jim Fuller added 2 sacks. Mark Hess and Marty Smith also played well, said Mittelstaedt. “Defensively we played well, offensively we didn’t,” said the Lion coach. “In the second half the defense decided not to let them in the end zone. “I would like to think we matured a lot in this game, but we still have a long ways to go.” The Lions play at Olivet this Friday. The Eagles lost to powerful Union City 21-8 last Friday. 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Orthopedic IDr. Fuksa M.D. Urology Dr. Song M.D. Dr. Mashni M.D. Tues. & Wed. Wed. Pulmonary Dr. Gera M.D. Dr. Kashyap M.D. Nephrology Dr. Rosenbaum M.D. Fri. Tues. Pre-Natal Dermatology Thurs. Dr. Messenger M.D. Call945-9554 for ACTION For Clinic Appointment Call 643-1060, ext. 404 or 402 Want-Ads Have you heard about our new reduced rates in the Emergency Room ? You may be eligible for minimum fee of $25 for non-emergency medical conditions. 9 to 5:30 Daily 321 E. Harris St., Charlotte �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 10, 1985 — Page 14 Seminar offers woodlot techniques Michigan woodlots come in a variety of shapes and sizes. There are the “untouched” native hardwood forests complete with fallen trees, abundant underbrush and make-shift trails. There are other sites where well-meaning in­ dividuals have tried to control the environment and have ended up with sparse vegetation, no wildlife, but plenty of walking area. Then there are landowners who have learned to manage their woodlots effectively, combining pleasure with profit. As a public introduction into basic woodlot management techniques, Michigan State University’s Kellogg Biological Station is holding a “Woodlot Management” workshop on Thursday, Sept. 25 and Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 5 at 9 a.m. The workshop will be conducted by Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service and the Kellogg Forest Staff. Part of the 1985 Kellogg Forest Workshop Series, the workshop will take place in three meetings. In the first two sessions, Sept. 26 and Oct. 3, instruction will be given in the Kellogg Biological Station’s Education Center - McCrary Hall. During the Oct. 5 session, held at Kellogg Forest, first-hand field experience will be obtained by participants in site analysis, maintenance of existing trees, pruning, thinning and harvest crop selection. Bill Minter, MSU Ex­ tension Forester, explained that the workshop is a short course for beginners, designed as a series of classroom and practical instruction. “The workshop is geared toward individuals interested in knowing the reasons for basic woodlot management. It is for people interested in working in their forest to reach its ultimate potential.” Participants will get to “know their woodlots.” They will receive a general overview on Michigan Forest Types which range from predominately Hickory and Oak species to Sugar Maple and Beech varieties. Minter said these two separate types need different management strategies. Sugar Maple, for example, is shade tolerant and can exist in dense vegetation, where as Oak trees need large doses of sunshine and a more open space. Individuals will learn the management techniques necessary to reach their own personal objectives, whether that be wildlife, firewood, or lumber production. For registration information on the Woodlot Management Workshop, call the Kellogg Biological Station at 671-2412. There is a small fee for the workshop. Participants are expected to attend all three sessions. Serving Our Country In the picture: left to right John Clifford, Sharon Bishop, Terry Kellogg, Kenny Bishop, Josh Clifford, Kenny Meade, Randy Bishop and Scoutmaster Ken Meade. (Photo Supplied) Local scout troop visits Mackinaw Students received in­ Stanley L. Mead On Friday, Aug. 30, Scouts being sawed by water power. perfect and they were free to in military Air Force Capt. Stanley L. struction Following camp lunch the roam at a leisurely pace. Mead, son of Viola Mead of leadership and tactics, Ken Meade, Randy Bishop, Monday morning the group visited Fort Kenny Bishop, John Clifford, tactical and radio com ­ 4840 Hicks Highway, Olivet, Scouts, Scoutmaster Meade Michilimackinac on the Josh Clifford and Terry has arrived for duty in munications systems and communications center Kellogg, Scoutmaster Ken Straits and learned about the and Sharon walked the’ Iceland. Meade, Mrs. Meade and life of soldiers in the French, Mackinac Bride, along with Mead, a staff engineer operations. Sharon Bishop traveled to British and American ar­ about 50,000 other people! Her husband, Army Sepc. with Icelandic Defense Mackinaw Camp and set up mies each of which occupied The Scouts finished the five 6 Phillip H. Grimes, is the Force, was previously mile “walk” in one hour, son of Alfred N. Grimes of camp at Old Mill Creek the fort on the mainland. assigned in England. The Scouts spent Sunday they passed the governor Campground and began a His wife, Lynn, is the 3906Churchill Ave., Lansing. She is a 1974 graduate of weekend of sight-seeing and on Mackinac Island, the and finished about half an daughter of Mr. and Mrs. learning. secdnd National park hour before the adults. They Capital City Baptist High Leonard W. Joppie of 228 saw several local folks established by' the United The Troop visited Old Mill School, Holt. Lentz St., Nashville. Creek Sawmill, built about States in 1875 and entrusted among the walkers. James L. Friddle He received a master’s “Bridge walking is quite James L. Friddle, son of 1780 to supply building to the State of Michigan in degree in 1977 from the Air for Fort 1895. The group walked all an experience, there isn’t Force Institute of Pat Cook of 319 Main St., materials Technology at Wright- Nashville, and Merrill L. Michilimackinac when the over the island visiting the much control of the walkers, Patterson Air Force Base, Friddle of Sturgis, has been Fort was moved to Mackinac Fort, Governor’s Mansion, just an occasional National promoted in the U.S. Air Island. The scouts hiked the Arch and Sugar Loaf Rocks, Guard to keep people out of Ohio. Force to the rank of airman nature trail while at the The Grand Hotel, the docks the motor traffic and off the Jennifer D. Grimes sawmill and watched logs and shops, golf course and side railings. People walk at first class. Second Lt. Jennifert D. post office. The weather was their own pace and are free Friddle is a munitions Grimes, daughter of Philip to stop and take pictures,” systems specialist with the H. and Peggy Byington of 411 said Sharon. 388th Equipment Main ­ S. Main St., Vermontville, The group headed home Meeting for persons '50 & over' has completed a signal of­ tenance Squadron at Hill Air after a trip to the Upper Force Base, Utah. ficer basic course at the U.S. featuring slide presentation Peninsual to visit Castle He is a 1982 graduate of Army Signal School, Fort Rock and retrieve our Lakewood High School, Lake Maple Valley area 852-9275 by noon Monday, Gordon, Ga. second vehicle. The weekend Odessa. residens over 50 years of age Sept. 16. If you have had a was a great way for the are invited to have lunch and birthday during the summer Scouts to learn some of attend a program set up by or in September, indicate Michigan’s early history by the Maple Valley-Lakewood this when you make your visiting spots where history Community Education reservation. is being recreated. program. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. IQ — Tuesday, September 17, 1985 Contributions for sidewalk sought; citizen wants to close bars on Sunday by Shelly Sulser After seeking help from Vermontville area organizations, the village council has received $60 in donations to help pay for the reconstruction of the sidewalk in-the village park. Council Trustee Linda Ramey, in a report at Thursday’s council meeting, said she contacted most of the organizations in Ver­ montville and only the American Legion and the Harold Stewart family responded to requests by the council for help in funding a new sidewalk in the park. According to Village Street Administrator Tony Wawiernia, the walkway was damaged when trucks from Consumers Power Company drove onto the walk to repair lights in the park. Consumers has been requested by the village to also share in the cost. Consumers reportedly responded that they will consider paying the dif- ference in the cost to con­ struct a wider and stronger sidewalk, estimated at $1,633.62. The Vermontville Historical Society also responded to the plea but has asked for a written request by the council. Mayor Sue Villanueva will write and sign a letter requesting a contribution. It was reported that the Lions Club, the Vermontville Syrup Association and the local garden club had not responded to the request yet. In other business, Bea Gillaspie was present at the meetihg to submit to the council what she called a “factual report” on the August 31 teen dance held at the banquet room of the Carpenter’s Den bar in Vermontville. The report, signed by Pat O’Dell, Bea Gillaspie and Jim and Joyce Peterson, all who served as chaperones at the dance, states that “there were 102 young adults at the dance”, and “it was estimated that 70 to 75 percent of those in at­ tendance were from the Maple Valley area and 20 to 25 percent of these were from Vermontville.” The chaperones also noted that “these teenagers were very courteous and polite at all times,” and “there was never any cause for con­ cern.” Continuing, the letter states, “At no time during the evening did traffic or parking cause a problem. The patronage of the Maple Leaf Lounge was closely scrutenized during the evening and there was no evidence that more than the normal number of patrons frequented that establish­ ment. A few individuals did congregate on the comer in front of the Vermontville Fire Barns but they soon dispersed. “The president of the Vermontville Council, several interested parents and council members came to observe while the dance was in progress and they were very well satisfied. The banquet room and adjoining Carpenter’s Den were visited by our local police and fire marshall during the evening and everything met with their approval,” the report said. No action concerning the report was taken by the council. Also present at Thursday’s meeting was Jeff Frayer, who stated his concerns about the council granting permission to let the Car­ penter’s Den have wet Tshirt, wet shorts and mud wrestling contests in the village. Frayer wanted to The village of Vermontville is seeking donations know what can be done to from local organizations to help replace this sidewalk stop the council or in the village park. businesses from having such contests. Council Trustee Lana Oster responded by stating that those concerned should attend the council meetings and voice their opinions. Frayer also suggested the Hildred Peabody plans to village office be notified 30­ by Shelly Sulser days in advance of a request Ten residents of Ver­ explore the possibility of the so the agenda may be montville known as the Teen village getting a grant from printed in the local Recreation Committee met the state that would help newspaper prior to the Thursday at the village’s restore the old building. Using a pond in the village meetings so the public can be Sugar Hut Cafe to discuss aware of a pending vote. The possible ways to entertain for winter recreation for the teens was another idea coucil agreed to table the the local youth. matter until the October 3 Loren Lehman was ap­ discussed at the meeting. Both ideas will be studied regular council meeting. pointed head of the com­ Mary Lehman suggested mittee after the Ver­ and a report will be the council adopt an or­ montville Village Council presented at the committee’s dinance prohibiting local voted at a special August 28 next meeting scheduled for bars to be open for business meeting to approve the October 28. Others attending last on Sundays. She also formation of such a group to suggested a random check seek out agreeable forms of week’s session were Loren by made by the police to see recreation for local and Mary Lehman, Town­ ship Supervisor Ed Samp­ that no children are in the teenagers. bars without their parents. Committee member Pat son, Joe Ann Nehmer, the The village clerk will contact O’Dell said the group Rev. and Mrs. Glen Lit­ the county clerk’s office to discussed the possibility of chfield, Hildred Peabody, obtain proper procedure for using the Opera House for Mayor Sue Villanueva, putting a proposed ordinance future teen activities, but the Linda Ramey and police building would first need officer John Stidham. on the ballot. some repair. O’Dell said In other business, when the minutes of the August 1, 1985 minutes were read, Oster stated that there was an error in the part that read: “Marquita Charnes requested permission to have a dance for teens, ages 13 to 19 years old. Jim Peterson made a motion to The Nashville Area United Board members are Maurice approve the request with the Fund Drive will begin at 9 Purchis, Illa Steward, approval ofthe liquor control a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the Frieda Laurent, Genevieve commission and Chief United Methodist Com­ Hafner, Agnes Pufpaff, Fawcett; the dance to be munity House. Nelson Brumm, Sandy held in the banquet facilities Kits and information will Schaab and the Rev. Lynn of the Carpenter’s Den. be given by Chairperson Wagner. Support by Joyce Peterson. Disbursements were made Four ayes, one nay. Motion Mrs. Illa Steward at this the following carried.” Oster said the time. Mrs. Steward stressed to local residents organizations from the 1984 minutes should read three that ayes, one nay and one ab­ remember that they may Drive: State of Michigan, stention because she claims request their out of town $10; United Way of Mich, that she abstained from payroll contributions (supplies), $12.54; Salvation Army (local) $300; Nashville returned to Nashville. voting on the request. The annual meeting of the Christmas Baskets, $100; When Councilman Bill Bailey made a motion to Nashville United Fund Little League Baseball, $200; correct the minutes, the Board of Directors met at Little League Football, $200; motion failed due to lack of the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nashville Girl Scouts, $500; support. A second motion Nelson Brumm on Sept. 4. Family and Childrens was made by Jim Peterson Officers for the 1985-86 year Service (Barry. County) and was supported by Joyce are: Edgar Edgar Smith, $300; Barry County Health Peterson to accept the president; Wallace Graham, Service, $300; Barry County minutes as originally read. vice president; Geneva Commission on Aging, $400; Then Bailey, Jim Peterson, Brumm, treasurer; and Barry County Child Abuse, J Continued on page 2 Delores Knoll, secretary. Continued on page 2 Teenage recreation is subject of committee United Fund 'Kick Off' begins Tuesday locally Vermontville lady receives Oldest Grandma Award 105-year-old Mina Barnes, former Vermontville resident who now resides at the Barry County Medical Care Facily, received a special award for being the "Oldest Grandma" in attendance at the facility's recent Grandparents' Day celebration. (Maple Valley News photo by Elaine Gilbert) �The Maple Valley News, Nash*'He, Tuesday, September-17, 1985 — Page 2 Council, continued from page 1 Joyce Peterson, Ramey and Villanueva voted in favor of accepting the minutes as read, while Oster voted not to accept the minutes. Don Lewis was absent at Thur­ sday’s regular meeting. Police Officer John Stidham reported to the council that several residents of the village have observed cars exceeding the speed limit in the village. Stidham, noting that with one officer on duty at a time, it is hard for him to see everything that goes on. He suggested that if people observe the same cars speeding, they should describe to car to the police, and they will watch for that particular vehicle while patroling. The council voted to ap­ prove a request made by a rural Vermontville couple, Marion and Flossie Corey, to put their farm land in the PA116 program which would give the Coreys a break in taxes. The PA116 prohibits the couple from using the land for residential or commercial use for at least 10-years. The council will have to ammend its budget before it can pay Vermontville Township the remaining $256.43 of costs for repair to the Opera House. The total cost for the village share of the work is $1,256.43, but the village had only budgeted $1,000 for the Opera House. The remaining $256.43 will be paid after the budget can be am mended. A .letter from Jeanette Schultz concerning sewer work on her property was read at the meeting. Ac­ cording to Village Clerk Sharon Stewart, Schultz had previously requested repairs on her sewer line and had agreed to pay the cost. Now, said Stewart, after Schutlz received her bill for. the work, Schultz claims she will only pay one-third of the cost, and the village should pay the remaining twothirds, because she feels the line was partly on village property. The council voted to table the matter until the next council meeting. The council agreed to enforce its ordinance allowing water to be shut off to residents who are more than 30-days late in paying their water bills. The council agreed to to enforcing the ordinance after Deputy Village Clerk Jill Booher informed members that some residents of the village are delinquent in paying their water bills. She asked that the village ordinance, stating that the water can be shut off if the bills are not paid by 30-days after the due date, be enforced. President Villanueva reported the stone for the vandalized park bench will be repaired and engraved by Eaton Monument. In other action, the council: —Agreed to purchase a concrete pipe for $536. The pipe will be used to correct a problem of dirt washing away on South Spring and West First streets. —Agreed to let bids for village insurance. The current policies expire October 1. Farm Aid Concert set Sept. 22 The company that started as catalog merchant to rural America will lendsupport to today’s trouble^ farmers through television spon­ sorship of the Farm Aid concert Sept. 22 at the University of Illinois at Champaign. The live, 12-hour show features major country and popular music stars. Proceeds and pledges, ex­ pected to grow to $40 million, will go to help farmers in financial need across the nation. “We recognize the wor­ sening farm situation and its tool on individuals and families,” said Theodore Weldon, Sears national catalog manager. “Many of our catalog customers live inrural communities, and we are happy to support this event in their behalf.” As one of six major sponsors, Sears will ad- United Fund, continued vertise in approximately 15 30-second commercials during the televised event. The show is being made available to 90 percent of the country’s television viewers, Obituaries James D. Taylor NASHVILLE - Mr. James D. Taylor, 50, of 326 Middle St., Nashville, died early Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1985 at Pennock Hospital, following a lingering illness. Funeral­ services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Rev. Lynn Wagner officiated with burial in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermonville. Masonic service were held at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12 at the Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes under the auspices of the Nashville F & AM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Heart Association. Mr. Taylor was bom on Aug. 31, 1935 in Lansing, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Taylor. He was raised in Vermontville and Lansing attending schools there. He graduated from Lansing Eastern in 1954. He was married to the former Betty Draper on May 18, 1957. He served in the Army for two years and attended Lansing Business College. He was employed in banking in Lansing and Ovid and lived in Midland for 16 years where he was employed by Continental Can Company and also as an automobile mechanic before coming to Nashville in 1977. He was a member of the Nashville VFW, Nashville F & AM Lodge and the Woodland Eagles Club. Mr. Taylor is survived by his wife, Betty; one daughter, Mrs. Carl (Kerrie) Bolinger of Nashville; three sons, Sgt. Scott Taylor of Ft. Mead, MD; James and Travis Taylor at home; three grandchildren; his $400; Barry County Hospice Committee, $200; United Way of Michigan, $400. The Solicitation drive will conclude October 9. Local collectors and areas to be covered are as follows: Business District-Wallace Graham; North Main from Washington to Bridge and Water-Wallace Graham; The Wilton Yearbook 1986 ! Maple Valley Arms-Doris Cake Decorating are in! | Marshall; East of Lentz except Maple Valley ArmsMerle and Renee Sears'; Sherman from Main to CAKE, CANDY and ; Phillips and Maple-Pam CHOCOLATE Christensen; Sherman from MOLDING SUPPLIES ; Phillips to Lentz & Lentz St.Demonstrations by Appt. I Catherine Hess; Washington Monday thru Thursday 10-5 I to Lentz & Queen from Ph. 517-726-0652 : Washington to RR-Sheila 650 South Main St. | Grinnage; Cleveland St. and Vermontville^M9096 | Reed to Lentz St.-Sandy Schaab; South State from Francis to Casgrove-Nelson Brumm; Middle StreetEdgar Smith; State StreetVermontville Sesquicentennial Darlene Scramlin; Brumm Road and North of RiverMeeting planned for Sept. 17 Francis Smith; Phillips StEleanor Kinnie; Mason — has been — Territory-Betty Parr; Durkee to Bivins and FancisDelores Knoll; Fuller from Main to Chapel Drive and Fuller Heights-Genevieve until Hafner; South Main from Washington to Francis- Barry County Retired at in the... Nelson Brumm; and Church Street; Barryville Territory­ School Personnel to meet Alberta Gardner and Agnes The September meeting of Pufpaff; North Queen from the Barry County Assocition Washington to River and of Retired School Personnel SHARON STEWART Gregg to Lentz-Cecil will be held Sept. 25, and the Village Clerk Barrett; and Mead-o-Acres- Woodland United Methodist Mrs. Thompson and helpers. Church at 12 noon. The program will be a book review by Mrs. Bette Fockler, “Three Peabody How can you count on great Sisters’ of Salem” by Louise claims service? Hall Sharp. Please call in your No problem. reservations by Sept. 21, to Many may say they have great claims service. Only some can prove it. one of the following. Lucile Auto-Owners polled their customer^, and found almost all of them are sat­ Brown, 367-4821; Bernice isfied with Auto-Owners Claims Service. (Nobody's perfect, but we're trytry­ Carter 795-9023; Margaret ing.) Johnson 945-2050; Birdena So right now there is a great effort to please the few that aren't and con­ Lyttle 623-2606; Reva tinue the "common sense" approach to settlements that made Auto-Owners Schantz 852-9243; Helen so popular in the first place. Tucker 945-4147. See your Auto-Owners agent. Because although there are many that say POSTPONED ... September 23 7:00 p.m. — Village Hall— they have great claims service, Auto-Owners works harder every day to prove it. TkzNo Pro6&m People, • Stan Trumble Class reunion planned Reunion of Nashville Class of 1931 and friends. Sunday, Sept. 29 at Nasville Com­ munity Bldg. Potluck dinner at 1 p.m. coffee furnished. C/u/o-Oiwn Insurance Trumble Agency Right to Life offers help 517-726-0580 Maple Valley Right to Life for questions or counseling call at 852-0706 or write to P.O. Box 439, Nashville, MI. You’ll be glad you did! 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones and also will be simulcast on radio. Most concert proceeds would come from audience pledges. More than 30 musicians and musical groups, representing a wide range of parents, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Taylor of Hastings. He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Taylor in 1977 and his mother, Ger­ trude Taylor. popular styles, have made commitments to Farm Aid. They include country­ western greats Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard and Wayion Jen­ nings, and popular en­ tertainers Randy Newman, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Billy Joel and the Beach Boys. Sears, celebrating its 100th anniversary next year, began as a watch sales company in 1886. Nine years later, the company issued its first general merchandise catalog, then 532 pages thick. All but a tiny percentage of Sears customers lived in rural areas. From our readers To the Editor: The belief that every human life is of equal worth and is worthy of protection and loving care has come under increased attack... This “sanctity of life” ethic is in danger of being replaced by a cheap “quality of life” ethic. Advocates of their new ethic maintain that some persons should be “ter­ minated” either because they are unwanted, un­ planned, imperfect or, perhaps are not properly productive. The promotion and use of abortion clearly represents an implementation of their doctrine of using death to solve social problems. The Supreme Court decision to legalize their act of killing has opened a Pandora’s box and presents us with an onmious future... Wherever and whenever the respect for life is cheapened and disminished there is an educational effect upon that culture and society. This has happened in America. In just 10 years we have witnessed a ten-to-one in­ crease in the rate of abor- tion. In some major cities abortions now exceed live births. Last year 81 residents of Barry County underwent an abortion procedure... While not officially legal, the practices of infanticide (killing of new born-infants) and euthanasia (the ter­ minating or “mercy killing” of anyone whose life is considered not worth living) have increased at alarming rates. Legalized abortion is the first step taken in order to promote death as a solution to solve our society’s social problems.. The Maple Valley Right to Life organization urges anyone interested to help stop this foe that kills 4,000 babies each day to come to our Sept. 24 meeting at 7 p.m. at the Nashville Community Buiding. Now is the time to act, tomorrow, might be too late. Call 852­ 9188 or 852-0706 if you hve any questions or need counseling or write to: P.O. Box, 459, Nashville, MI 49073. Gladys Vogel, Nashville Maple Valley Right to Life The Craft Nook BASKET WEAVING SUPPLIES & CLASSES During... Nashville Days Friday & Saturday, September 20 & 21 Stop in for a... Mini Basket Class Lesson & Supplies *2°° Between 10 am & 2 pm Located inside Mirror's Image, 111 Main St., Nashville HOURS: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday ATTENTION ALL BOYS! Boy Scout and Cub Scout ROUND UP Thursday, Sept. 19 — 7:00 P.M. — Fuller St. School All Purpose Room N All boys 7 years old and up accompanied by a parent are invited to join scouting. ALL CURRENT SCOUTS & FAMILIES PLEASE ATTEND r BOY 'I SCOUTS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 3 x ‘5^ JvA &sw Vr* «*! <!S y* k ttL^bi tMML^bi L^bill.. k'(|^ ^5 'W ^'Wty* 8^7 8^ ?W| ft' •!* iW? SE< *?< U"I B HL - i i-s t ftise £ * Mttii^ * t, fas?toil 1 Rrty »tehn ^^WSO®;, ®si Mtas..!^ ?SE 8# 10 lit (!£ «iit laftb i^styifeii; es Id tete oj| Nashville library getting new roof by Shelly Sulser The Putnam Public Library will soon be getting its roof repaired after bids are received by the Nash­ ville Village Council from roofing companies. Buildings and grounds committee member Carl Tobias reported the library is in need of the new roof as well as flashing and eavesroughs. The repairs should be made before winter, he said. Bids to reroof the building are to be submitted to Department of Public Works Superintendent Leon Frith by 4:30 p.m. September 26. In another matter, Nash­ ville Businessman Doug Ayles was present to question the council’s May 23 vote to remove a parking space on the comer of Main and Washington Streets, in front of one of his businesses establishments. Ayles said he feels the loss of the parking space hurts business. The council originally eliminated the parking space for safety reasons. Although Ayles said the elimination of the parking space in front of his business and not others, was not fair to him. Ayles noted that a large number of cars still use the space when residents go to the post office across the street. Council Trustee George Frith suggested that “If we’re going to do this (have the space eliminated), let’s enforce it,” and the council agreed. t c« EJsst J® | LMMyBtij! cr® kfimelom iikt. 9>tg3t IM or Mi|t jRgjjgj UJ 0i)5f!i iIiI sa msiofiii mso JJ3; 3; Bu, fit Mi ikta ® i- wi,n e ._. w k t„o,.. RIBBON Ideas using Ribbons SAT., SEPT. 28 11:00-3:30 R M GRANDMA’S GREENERY Nashville 852-9797 ...NaslwiW Septet' Ain’t he cute? Ain’t he spiffy? ZsGARY SUNTKEN Really 50??? Happy Birthday - SEPT. 13TH From... Those who love you !! In other business, the council voted to issue a parade permit for the Maple Valley High School homecoming to be held October 4. The parade will line up at the park at 6 p.m., with the parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. and lasting until 7 p.m. For the duration of the parade, the M-66 to M-79 will be closed as will M-79 to School Street. DPW Superintendent Leon Frith reported the work on the Francis Street Bridge should be completed after one more week of work, and that a contractor is being sought to clean the outdoor restrooms at the Putnam Park. Nashville also will seek bids for a new garbage contract because the current contract with Hastings Sanitary Service expires November 1. The council’s DPW committee will handle bidding. The council voted to pay the transfer recycling station $500 for operation • costs. The Francis Street Bridge in Nashville is near completetion, and should be finished within aweek. Back-to-School Styles! New books available at library “Muzzleloaders’ Hand­ book” by Kenneth Ramage. Many articles of interest to those engaged in the sport of black powder shooting. “Basic Body work and Painting”. How-to in­ formation from the Hot Rod Technicians. “Mary Ellen’s 1,000 New Helpful Hints.” Solutions to many household problems. “House Plants”. A com­ plete book on plant care. Includes many beautiful photographs from the New York Botanical Gardens. iA n. ‘‘Yeager’’. autobiography by General Chuck Yeager and Leo Janos. “Ghost Towns and Historical Haunts in Arizona.” Stories and photos by Thelma Heatwole, prize­ winning journalist. Indians of “The Oklahoma” by Rennard Strickland. “Oklahoma Indian Cook­ book”. The best Indian recipes by Mae Abbott. HAIRCUTS............... “Indian Crafts and Lore” by W. Ben Hunt. All of the handicrafts shown in this book were designed from authentic Indian articles. “Ice” by Ed McBain. A major new novel about the 87th Precinct. A new children’s book is “Holly Hobbie’s Time Book”. Round-the-clock poems, illustrated by Holly Hobbie. $0OO Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO AND SET................. $CJOO "The Mirrors image" hjllolz luiaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY — WILL BE CLOSED SAT., SEPT. 21 — COA trip planned to Shipshewanna Reservations are now being taken for a trip to the Shipshewanna Flea Market on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The school bus will leave the Hastings site at 116 N. Michigan Ave. at 10 a.m. A box lunch will be served at noon and a stop at a restaurant is planned before departing Shipshewanna for Hastings in the evening. Please remember, there can be a lot walking involved in touring the Flea Market so those who might tire easily, or have problems walking, should not attempt to go. The cost of the trip will be $5 per person. Donations will be accepted for the box lunch. The cost of your meal at the restaurant is your own responsibility. Why not call the C.O.A. office right now at 948-4856 and sign up for Shipshewanna. Advance payments are necessary and should be brought in, or sent, to the Commission on Aging, 120 N. Michigan Avenue, Hastings, MI 49058. If you are unable to go on the trip at the last minute, your money will be refunded provided someone can be found to take your place. at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan We cannot promise you a pot of gold, but we can "dig up" a Savings Plan that sets a course to financial security. •91 Day Account «One Year Adtount »6 Month Account 18 Month Account *30 Month Account •3'A Year Account •5 Year Account ^Regular Passbook Account • IRA Variable Rate Account •N.O.W Account Christmas Club Account «MMDA Account Super N.O.W. Account IRA Fixed Rate Account and Loan FOUR CONYENIEMT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: NOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 543-3000 EATON RAPIOS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 003-1551 OFFICE NOURS: 1:00 to 4:30 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 302-1030 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE T40-2S11 Mm. thru Fri., 0:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 4 Strict ordinance once ruled pool and billard halls in village (Note: Portions of the following account first ap­ peared as a Memories of the Past published June 9, 1981.) Some 79 years ago, billiard and pool halls were enjoying peak popularity in Nashville, the village fathers enacted a law to control local games rooms. On April 23, 1906, the council adopted Ordinance No. 19 “regulating the keeping of billiard and pool rooms, bowling and ball alleys, and other resorts of a like character, within the corporate limits of the village...” The 1906 Ordinance called for a $25 annual license fee to be paid by keepers of places “wherein the public are permitted to play at billiards, pool, bowling, cards or any other games.” had to be convinced that the potential licensee was of “good moral character” before approval was granted. Stipulations of the law forbade any minor person under 21 years of age to be present in, or to “hang around” a gaming place. In addition, the ordinance mandated that no in­ toxicating liquors of any kind Furthermore, the council be sold in the gaming room. Doors that led directly to places where spirits were sold were to be kept “locked and securely fastened at all times.” No access from a gaming room to a saloon was permitted under the newlyenacted village law. Licensees were to keep and maintain their halls so that the public “shall be required to pass out of doors in order to enter any place wherein intoxicating liquors are sold or drank.” Hours ofthe gaming rooms also were regulated by Ordinance 19. No Sunday operation was permitted. On all other days the places had to close at 9 a.m. When closed, the keepers of the establishments were required to “raise or remove all curtains, screens and other obstructions” so that a clear view of the interior could be obtained from outside. Punishment for violating any provision of Ordinance 19 was “a fine of ten dollars or any less sum in the discretion of the court, together with all costs.” Failure to pay could bring imprisonment in the county Charles J. Scheldt, left, shown with his wife and son, Walter, sold lightning rods on the side after the 1908 jail for a period not ex­ ceeding 20 days. The Nash­ "local option" law reduced his saloon to a pool hall in ville council also retained a political move that closed 19 Barry County taverns in the right to revoke any one day. A prominent local citizen, Scheidt had owned license in case of violation. a successful livery stable operated in connection with Lewis Lentz, scion of the the Wolcott House hotel on South Main. In 1904, he family that found Lentz built what was called "one of the prettiest homes in Table Company and a Nashville" at 206 S. Main, adjacent to the inn. "What’s the matter of getting a big tent, putting it over the town, and calling it a tabernacle?" asked The News in an editorial stand against disenfranchisement of pool rooms and the local option law in 1908. This circa-1910 photo of NashNash­ ville's Main Street shows a southward view of the business district as it appeared when the temperance movement was still a controversial topic. When this place opened as Scheldt’s saloon in late 1904 it was described as "the most elegant establishment between Grand Rapids and Jackson.." The temperance movement via "local option ended its saloon status in 1908. In this 1914 photo it houses a restaurant, and later became the first location of Mary White's popular Main Cafe. The building was razed in 1959 for the Fargo Station. prominent figure in that of Nashville Auto & Farm were quite careful about admitting young folks. firm, was village president Supply.) “Even in high school I when Ordinance 19 was The Gribbin building adopted in 1906. L.E. Slout rising on the east of Main didn’t feel in place going signed the instrument as was commonly called the there,” said Douse, who with clerk. Nashville Club in recognition a fellow employee would stop The new law came at a of the large social meeting in for supper after closing time when Nashville’s rooms featured on its upper the drug store late on saloons were fast falling into floor. The main level was Saturday night. disfavor in a countywide “We could get a ham­ designed to house three temperance movement. individual stores. The first burger and a cup of coffee Nashville’s enterprising tenant of the north portion of for 15 cents,” remembered liveryman Charles J. Scheidt the new concrete block Douse. “It was the only place became one of the best- building was William Irland. in Nashville to get a lunch in remembered early 20th He established a pool hall the evening.” The ham­ century saloon-keepers in and short-order restaurant burgers were cooked in a the village. In late there about 1909. large iron skillet filled with November 1904 he moved Irland’s place was a man’s lard that was used over and into new quarters on the west domain, a popular gathering over. । side of South Main Street, an spot for players or billiards “It was almost as if they event noted by The Nashville and cards. Sandwiches were were french- fried,” laughed News: “C.J. Scheidt opened the mainstay of the menu, Douse, but he added that the his new saloon Tuesday. and Bill did the cooking. The hamburgers were very Those who attended say it is place may have lacked a tasty. quite the most elegant woman’s touch. “I He recalled the potbellied establishment between remember that there were stove in the center of the Grand Rapids and Jackson.” cockroaches so big they hall, the two or three pool Remodeled and could carry you off,” joked tables and the smoke-filled redecorated, Scheldt’s the late Vern Staup in a 1981 room. “The air was pretty former quarters became a interview. He recalled blue on Saturday night,” pool and billiard room and seeing the place as a young commented Douse. lunch counter operated until man. He said that when he used the fall of 1906 by W.E. Buel. Another one who recalled to go there Irland’s son, Ray, Scheidt later took it over. Irland’s place in the mid- was helping with the cooking In 1908, nearly a dozen 1920’s is Adolph Douse, Jr., and operation of the place. years before national of Nashville. He was in high In September 1926 the prohibition, the temperance school at the time, but News announced that ax fell on Nashville as part of worked as an apprentice at William Irland had sold his a countywide shutdown. Furniss Drug Store before lunch counter to Lee Prine, “Thursday night marked going on to become a “a farmer living near the closing of saloons in registered pharmacist and Bellevue.” William Irland Barry County,” noted The later owner of the store (now died in January 1929, and his News on May 28, 1908. “On Mace Pharmacy). “Irland’s son, Ray, now also deceased, that day nineteen of these pool hall was a very popular relocated in Lansing. Sam places went out of business place,” recalled Douse. “It Couch of Hastings soon in the county, three in Nash­ was the only place in town bought the hall. In later ville. George McWha will go where there was any years the place became a to Vermontville where he recreation.” saloon, but in Irland’s day no and his partner own a saloon. He noted that the crowd spirits were sold there, in Whiteman has not yet there was primarily older accordance with Ordinance decided what he will do. C.J. men, and the proprietors 19. Scheidt will continue the pool room and sell lightening rods on the side.” The saloons were closed by a unique politcal maneuver known as “local option.” Probably no other topic was more widely debated in the county that year. The News took an editorial stand on the issue: “Local option, disenfranchisment of the pool rooms, a curfew ordinance in comtemplation...Say, what’s the matter of getting a big tent, putting it over the town, and calling it a tabernacle?” Except for the saloons, Nashville’s business com­ munity was growing by leaps and bounds in 1908. In August Work was moving along rapidly on the new Gribbin block (now housing Nash­ ville Hardware & Sporting Goods) while Joseph C. 9anr>ing rooms" controlled by NashHurd, erstwhile ville s Ordinance 19 was Irland’s pool hall and lunch photographer, bicycle and room opened in the north portion of the Gribbin Block auto mechanic, was studying short y after it was constructed in late 1908. Proprietor plans for the Hurd building, Bill Irland, behind counter in white shirt and derby in which he was to commence tthis about-1916 photo, was chief cook for the mostly constructing in the fall on the sandwich menu. His son, Ray, also helped out. Note east side of Main Street. dog in center of photo. A spitoon and potbellied stove (The Hurd block is now home are located nearby. �Jim’s Electric [FaSUth Ul}]® Owned and Operated by Jim Jones LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR • Residential • Industrial • Farm • Commercial NASHVILLE Maple Valley LAWN & GARDEN V • SALES & SERVICE • ALL MAKES FIX ALL MAKES & MODELS — Right the first time phone ...726-0133 852-1783 Gilson Snapper Echo Comer of Nashville Hwv. & Arbor Rd., Vermontville Mace Pharmacy Cooper Upholstery 207 N. 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It is easy to identify these divine statutes as the origin of the system of laws by which we live to­ day. Therefore, we are blessed by the fact that our Constitution, which had its roots in religion, nonetheless allows us to choose our own brand of it. Attend your House of Worship regularly and thank God for this sacred right; as well as all the others which were the legacy of our founding fathers, who adapted them from the pages of the Scriptures. Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE 140 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Michigan FURNACE SALES & REPAIR A Iso... Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE -/'■ Earl Furlong 852-9728 If you would like to sponsor this page, please call... 945-9554 I invoke the genius of the Constitutions — William Pitt REALTOR- WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER RES. 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Sunday School School ..10 ..10 a.m. a.m. Sunday “I will put my laws into their hearts, and in their minds will I write them." — Hebrews 10:16 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles . south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. WEvening EveednninegsdService Saeyr:vice .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday Thursdays'' Wednesday: P.M. Service . . 7 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study......... 8 p.m.AWANA... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV./ G. BOOMER CHURCH OFTHEHAZAREHE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHASu.Mnd.a Sy eSrcvhiocoel.. .9.: 4115 aa..mm.. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service.. 7 p.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Sat. Mass... 6:30 p.m.Wed. Service. .Wed. Service. .. 77 p.m. p.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass . 9:30 a.m. . PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe Sunday School 10:30 a.m. PASTOR MARY CllRTIS Worship................. 7 p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES at 6:30 p^m. REV, LEON POHL 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 (517) 726-0637 Office (517) 852-1501 AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH Nashville, Mich. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship Worship .... 11 a.m. MO R N IN G W O RSH I P 1111 AM A.M. P.M. P.M. Worship Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP AM S U N DAY SC H O O L ! 1 A M (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Thursday Night: Bible Study . .. 7 p.m. Worship. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UHITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 6 1st Annual Nashville Days gets underway this weekend by Shelly Sulser The First Annual Nash­ ville Days will- take place this weekend in Nashville and the event is geared to offering people an op­ portunity to enjoy a variety of enjoyable activities. Event Chairman Bob Harvey said the fest is being held to give businesses and organizations a chance to earn money for themselves, since they otherwise would not have that opportunity with the cancellation of the Harvest Festival. The event will feature a muzzleloading shoot beginning at 2 p.m. Satur­ day, when open shooting matches will take place at the Nashville Gravel Pit until 5 p.m. that evening. There will also be in- structors on hand to demonstrate and teach the public how to operate a muzzleloader. Those participating will be members of various muz­ zleloader clans, who will also be camped out diagonally behind Nashville Hardware. They will set up camp Friday at Riverfront Park at 5 p.m. The camp will be be open to the public to observe on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, the campers will be set up until about 1 p.m. for public viewing. The United Methodist Church of Nashville is planning a turkey dinner for Friday night, beginning at 4:30 p.m. and lastings until 7 p.m. The dinner will include <MAPLE VALLEYS A Real Estate 7 \ I 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMERWINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan REAltOR’ JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR (Evenings) 7264)223 GEORGE WILLIAMS........ sales sales associate associat........................ 852-9833 NEW LISTING!! 700 FT. OF THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE is part of this 7 acres with 2 story home built in 1984 which has I bedroom and bath, plus a 24x14 kitchen and living area, plus a floored loft. Gar­ age and small barn also in­ cluded. $29,900. (CH-139) IN VERMONTVILLE, " many extras", nicely updated, 4 bed­ room home on extra large lot, includes 4x28 above ground pool with 8x22 plus 10x30 wolmanized decks, 24x40 pole barn. Asking $44,900. (V-II9) NICE HOME IN NASHVILLE: 2 story, 4 bedrooms, beautiful oak woodwork, open stairway (oak), 3 bay windows, fenced backyard. Must see inside. Asking $32,000. (N-109) 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM located west of Nashville. (130 acres tillable, most seeded to alfalfa), 15 acres wooded, 10 acres mature pines and 45 acres pasture. Farm is all fenced, nice 4 bedroom "coun­ try home", tool shed, newer pole building (machinery stor­ age) and several other barns. Listed at $150,000. Possible to split.,. (F-123) LIVESTOCK — FARM — (205 Acres) — INVESTMENT PROPERTIES — PRICED TO SELL - $15,000! In INVESTMENT PROPERTY Nashville I block from busi­ room family home NOW ness district, 2 story, 3 bed-$30,000. Could be 2 units, in room home, nice shady lot, good condition, in Vermont- possible 2 possession! unit. Immediate ville on extra large lot, quiet (N-126) neighborhood. (V-122) turkey and dressing, potatoes, green beans, cabbage salad, cranberry salad and rolls, and choice of coffee, tea, or milk. The meal will cost $5 for adults, $3 for children age five through 12, and will be free for children under five. An arts and craft show is planned for Saturday in Nashville’s Central Park and will be sponsored by the local Girl Scout Cadet troop 221 and Senior troop 730. Scout leader Marsha Ainslie noted those wishing to sell arts and crafts can particpate on a first-come, first-serve basis. Spots for booths are $10 for a 10 x 10 space. The Nashville Friends of the Library will sponsor a used book sale, beginning Friday inside the library during regular hours. On Saturday, books will also be available for sale outside in front of the library, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., when they will also have baked good for sale. Ruth Hughes and Junior Girl Scout Troop 224 will have hot, fresh donuts and apple cider for sale in front of Mace Pharmacy Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. Cost for donuts will be two for a quarter or one donut and a cup of cider for a quarter. A women’s softball tournament is also on the agenda for Saturday and Sunday and will take place at Riverfront Park. A muzzleloading shoot will be one of the features of the first annual Nashville Days to take place in Nash­ ville this weekend. Shown here are local muzzleload­ ing buffs. Hank and Cathy Felder of Nashville. Pressures on children-— How can we help? Youth was once billed as a time of innocence with days of care free hours and leisure activities. But this concept is perhaps far from today’s everyday reality. There are more and more pressures being placed on children today besides^ the normal growing up ones. Children are being raised in stressful environments; single parent households, step families and many times are being left alone for long periods of time unat­ tended. Working stock dog demonstration planned A good stock dog can be a most valuable asset when properly trained ^nd worked. To promote this possible 4-H project area, a demonstration for anyone interested will be held on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. at Gordon and Margue"ite Johnson’s, 3500 Perkey Road, Charlotte. For more information on this activity contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 Oi; 372-5594. — VACANT LAND AVAILABLE — VACANT LAND PARCELS: All natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view, contract terms offered with 25% down payment. Will be surveyed and perked. 5.2 acres.................... $10,000 5.2 acres..................... $8,000 5.2 acres.................... $9,000 (VLII2-I.I5) BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Electric and natural gas available. (F-107) 78 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARADISE” and recreational land with creek, hills and woods ■ lots of wildlife! 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $30,000. Contract terms. (F-l 18) CADILLAC AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be ideal tree farm), borders Manistee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain. Possible land contract. $20,000. WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF FARM LISTINGS!! (VI->28) from Charlotte Equal Ground, will give insight in dealing with conflict bet­ ween youth and their families’ situations. He will also describe the facilities and opportunities available through Equal Ground to families in Eaton County. Advance registration is required. Call the Eaton Extension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594, to make your reservation. Free babysitting is available when registering, mention if babysitting services will be needed. There is a 50 cent charge at the door. 309 North Main Street, Nashville STOP IN AND PLAY MOON PATROL Monday and Tuesday Tuesda TAPE RENTAL Wednesday thru Saturday 32 ACRES • ROLLING scenic view, near high school, 6 acres nice maple woods. $24,100. The Eaton Extension Homemakers invite the public to their October lesson on “The Pressures On Children How Can We Help,” to be held Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the First Baptist Church in Charlotte from 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Chris Nelson, MSU Ex­ tension Specialist will be one of the two morning speakers. She will be identifying the different pressures children experience and show the participants ways they can help youth deal with these realities in their lives. Tom Borsema, Counselor September 17 - No-till Crops'Tour, 1-3:30 p.m. Call Ex­ tension Office for details 948-4862. September 18 - 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. September 19 - Barry County Fairboard, 8 p.m. at the Fair Office on the fairgrounds Hastings. September 24 - Open meeting regarding 4-H Camp 7:30 p.m. Community Building, Hastings. Sept. 28-29 - 4-H Fall Horse Galaxy Meeting, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. October 6-12 - National 4-H Week. TAPE RENTAL (Ann 53°° S350 — VCR Rental Available — MEAN SEASON • DUNE KILLING FIELDS • RUNAWAY School Hours: Monday-Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-8 p.m. Phone 852-1948 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985__Page 7 Class of '89 to meet new grad requirements by Shelly Sulser The Maple Valley Board of Education has adopted a resolution containing requirements that will affect students who graduate in the year 1989. The board, last week, accepted the state guidelines for class requirements, in order to qualify for an in­ centive grant of $28 per student under section 21 of the State School Aid Act of 1985. Some of the stipulated requirements were already part of Maple Valley’s policy, while others will require that students take additional study in social science, science, and other areas plus computer education which has not been required previously. The board will require each pupil to have completed as a condition for graduation in 1988-89 all of the following: —Complete three years of English or communication skills, which is already the present requirement at Maple Valley. —Two years of mathematics, also a present requirement; —Two years of science. This will be a change from the current policy of only one year of science required; —Three years of social science. Also a new requirement at Maple Valley, which currently requires two years of social science; —One year of health or physical education, or both, a already current requirements —Two years of a foreign language, fine or performing arts, vocational education or practical arts, or any combination thereof. Phamplet outlines tips for preventing child abduction Attorney General Frank J. The program developed by Kelley and State School ' the Office of Attorney Superintendent Phillip E. General, in cooperation with Runkel announced the start the Michigan Department of today of a comprehensive Education, will enable “Protect Our Children” children in both public and program for parents and non-public schools to obtain children to learn about the brochure, take it home preventing child abduction. and discuss it with their “The Protect Our Children family. program was developed “The brochure is "very during the last few months to readable for parents and heighten awareness in the understandable for schools and homes of our children,” Runkel explained. state about how to prevent “The points made are of­ child abduction,” Kelley tentimes common sense, but said. “While the numbers this is one of the first of its may vary on just how many kind to put that much in­ children are abducted each formation in one package. I year, this program is believe it is a must for all designed as a preventative families in this state with measure encouraging school age children.” parents and children to sit “As the chief law en­ down and discuss the matter forcement officer of this together.” state, the Attorney General’s “This is an educational Office is often called in after program,” Runkel said, “it the fact. This program is is not intended to scare designed to do something anyone. It is intended to before tragedy strikes,” remind parents and children Kelley said. that child abduction is a The brochures and posters serious matter, on that are available to any in­ should be discussed. The terested individual or group more that both parents and by contacting the Attorney children learn about General General’s Office or prevention, the better off we their local school. all are.” Although this has not been required of students at Maple Valley in the past, most all students do meet the requirement; —One semester of com­ puter education. This will be a new requirement for the Maple Valley students. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Principal Burr Hartenburg noted that currently about 75 percent of students take or have taken computer science. Hartenburg said he is pleased with the computer education requirement. “If we let these kids graduate without some basic form of computer training, we would be doing them a great disservice,” he said, noting that computer use in today’s world is becoming more widespread. The board also voted to adopt a resolution qualifying the Maple Valley schools to receive an additional $8.35 per student in the kin­ dergarten and first grade classes from the State School Aid Act of 1985. The district can receive the funding for having an average class size in kindergarten and first grade of 25 students to one teacher. The Maple Valley Schools meet the criteria, having an average number of 24.2 students to one teacher in each kindergarten and first grade class. In other action, the board voted to approve a truth in taxation resolution authorizing a levy of 25.01 mills for 1985 which includes an additional rate of .0050 mills. The board also approved a resolution to borrow $515,000 from Michigan National Bank of Charlotte as needed for cash flow for school operation expenses until property taxes and state aid are received. The loan will be dated September 26, 1985 and will become due June 30, 1985 at the interest rate of 7.125-percent per year which is 75 percent of the current prime rate. Some parents and teachers were present at the regular board meeting last Monday, September 9, to express their concern that additional teacher aide time is needed at the elementary schools. Maplewood kindergarten teacher Linda Gaber, who has a morning class of 28 students and an afternoon class of 26 students, requested additional teacher aide time. Currently, she receives one hour of aide time in each class. Maplewood Principal Bill Christensen agreed to reassign aide time between the two teacher’s aides already employed for the kindergarten classes at Maplewood, to provide a total of over fours hours help for Gaber, two hours in each class. The board voted to hire aides at the rate of $3.75 per hour to supply 14 hours of aide time at Fuller and Kellogg and three and onehalfhours per day at the high school level and any addtional time as needed. In other business, the board: —Voted to accept the proposed general fund budget for the 1985-86 school year. The budget, showing total anticipated receipts of $3,844,889 and total an­ ticipated expenditures at $3,878,462, will be submitted to the State Department of Education. —Approved the Maple Valley School Board become a member of the Michigan Association of School Boards. Before voting, Maple Valley was the only district in the area, nott a member of the MASB. The cost for the membership is $1,382 per year. —Voted to become a member of the Michigan Negotiating Association, at a cost of $90. —Approved the recom­ mendation of Maple Valley Athletic Director Larry Lenz that Duska Morawski be hired as the seventh grade girls’ basketball coach. —Accepted a bid of $3,888 from Sherriff-Goslin Company of Battle Creek for roof repair work to be done at Fuller school. —Accepted a bid of $5,116.14 from Farm Bureau Insurance for school bus fleet insurance and other vehicles for one year. —Accepted the property transfer request of William and Patricia Ledbetter (of State Road), pending ap­ proval of a joint meeting of the Barry and Eaton in­ termediate school boards. The Ledbetter property is in the Hastings school district and the couple want to transfer to Maple Valley. Board committee assignments, made by Board President David Hawkins, were announced: Policies-Athletic Council Chairman — Loren Lehman; Dale Ossenheimer, Jr.; David Hawkins. Finance Chairman — Dale Ossenheimer; LeRoy Sleeper; Loren Lehman. Curriculum Chairman — Paula Cole; LeRoy Sleeper; Gene Baker. Transportation — Facilities — Equipment Chairman — Gene Baker; Paula Cole; Ronald Tobias. Labor Negotiations — Teachers Chairman — Ronald Tobias; Gene Baker; Loren Lehman. Non-Teaching — Negotiations Chairman — LeRoy Sleeper; David Hawkins; Paula Cole. Eaton County youth place well at state 4-H Poultry Expo Two Eaton County 4-H’ers earned honors at the 1985 Michigan 4-H Poultry Expo held Aug. 20-21 at Michigan State University. Chad Burt of Charlotte exhibited the Best Bantam, the Best Mediterranean, and the Best Duck. Chad also placed third in the in­ termediate division of fitting and showmanship, first in the chicken bar-be-que contest, fifth in the turkey bar-be-que, third in carcass judging, second in egg grading, second in the breed identification and quiz, and first in the egg preparation contest. Faith Wells from Ver­ montville won second place in the intermediate fitting and showmanship contest, fourth in pullet judging, second in carcass judging, and fifth in the egg grading contest. The purpose of the annual event is for youths to gain knowledge of poultry-related topics and test their skills by competing against others with similar interests. This year’s event included ac­ tivities ranging from fitting and showing contests to chicken and turkey barbeque and egg preparation com­ petitions. How can you protect rental dwellings like your own home? No problem. Auto-Owners unique Rental Property Program can provide you all-risk building coverage similar to your homeowners policy. And, provide it at very affordable rates. Ask your independent Auto-Owners agent how the many options can be custom-fit for your rental dwelling protection. You’ll find comprehensive Rental Dwelling Insurance is “no problem” with Auto-Owners. John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car v 225 NORTH AAAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 TMfMfaftoper �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 8 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events Tuesday, Sept. 17 Sesquicentennial meeting at Village Office 7 p.m. Would welcome ideas from all organizations to plan for 1986. Thursday, Sept. 19 - An­ nual chicken supper at Kalamo Methodist Church serving from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26 Vermontville Historical potluck at 7 p.m. followed by a program on “Food, Facts and Francies” Life in India by Mrs. Sarajini Sazena at First Congregational Church. Sunday, Sept. 29 - A choral group “The Last Chant” to perform at Gresham and Vermontville Methodist Churches morning services. I understand all area senior citizens over 60 years of age are eligible to partake of theC.O.A. (Commisson on Aging) meals at the Nash­ ville Masonic Temple in Nashville. Suggested donation is 75 cents. Food stamps are accepted, call Mrs. William Harmon 852­ 9353 for reservations the day before. Onalee Gabrick and Greta Firster attended the Potato Festival at Edmore Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cook and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lange of Ionia were Tuesday night visitors at the Firster home. Jeanette Seif of Byron Center was a visitor Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Firster attended the 25th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Graham and the wedding reception of their daughter Saturday evening at the VFW Hall in Nashville. Raymond was a former student of Mrs. Firster. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Reed returned last Tuesday from the Sparrow Hospital Burn Center where they have been since that tragic explosion and fire on Aug. 21. Their burns are healing but it will I ...in conjunction with the Muzzlel »ader Event I i Saturday, September 21 ’85 j — 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. — LOCATED: CENTRAL PARK IN NASHVILLE Sponsored by Girl Scout Troops 221 and 730 rFOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT..Alter 5 RM. | X Marsha Ainslie — 517/852-1931 ! i I X be a slow process. Their daughter, Mrs. Kay Vader is caring for them but she has had recent surgery so friends have been bringing in their evening meal. Mrs. Linda Shetenhelm 543-2755 has charge of that schedule. Mr. ancLMrs. Russ Kerbyson also victims of that accident have been staying at his daughters in St. Clair, but returned home Tuesday and are able to care for themselves. Russ says he is pretty well healed but Marie’s injuries still will take more time. _ I understand Miss Debbie Villanueva had the misfortune to fall and break her leg last week and is unable to attend school because of a cast. Mr. and Mrs. Elon Baker and family are happy over the birth of a baby girl Sept. 9 at Sparrow Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Brian (Tracey) Hummell of East Lansing. She weighed 7 lbs. 12 ozs. and was named Jenna Paige. By the way Elon is up north bear hunting. Mrs. Thelma Tublis of Plymouth was a Thursday overnight guest of Mrs. Ava Kroger and on Friday they attended the funeral of Jim Taylor in Nashville. Deepest sympathy is expressed to his family. Sympathy is also extended to the family of George Tennis who passed away over the weekend. Mrs. Muriel Das of Ann Arbor was a Wednesday visitor of the Harold Benedicts. Mrs. Kenneth Frith, his mother Anna Jean, Mrs. Frances Olson, Mrs. Ava Kroger, and Mr. and Mrs. Loren Lehman attended an evening of Gospel music at 1985 Maple Valley ADULT GRADUATION Pictured here is the Maple Valley Adult Graduating Class of 1985. (Front row, from left) Kay Hartzler, coordinator, Sheila Wyskowski Vicki House, TeresaBeden, Tammy Rugg, Brenda Bumford, JoAnne Reid, Daryl Hartzler, director. (Back row, from left) Michelle Trowbridge, Vernon Reid, Randy Perrier, James Wright, Lance Dockter and Chris Dockter. 1986 Maple Valley Adult Graduation If you don’t have your diploma, couldn’t you be here? MAPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY EDUCATION 852-9275 the Kellogg Auditorium in Battle Creek Saturday evening. The groups: Kings Boys, Heaven Bound and Kings Men put on the program. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd and Ruth Ann were in Plymouth a week ago Friday and later Helen visited her sister Mrs. Wilma Carney at the Ann Arbor Hospital where she had surgery. She still is in a very serious condition. A fire Saturday afternoon destroyed the back part of a small barn at the Richard Todd residence on West Main. Perhaps many who have passed by the building on West State Road with the large sign “Puppet Prospectors” have won­ dered what it means. Those who attended the program at the Methodist Church Sunday evening were delighted and entertained first by Howard the 7-foot bear talking of love to comic clowns, then how a mother hen gave her life for her chicks, leading up to how Jesus loves all his children. A puppet ministry for the entire family. Mrs. Leta Nagle spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Conard in Charlotte and all of Mrs. Conards sisters and their families to celebrate September bir­ thdays. The Kalamo Historical Society will serve a “hobo” supper at the home of Lavina Lee at 1740 Ionia Road in Kalamo on Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Please call in reser­ vations before Saturday, Sept. 21. Call 726-0200. CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank the Nashville Ambulance Crew, the Pennock Hospital Emergency Room, the nurses in Pediatric Ward, Dr. Baxter, our friends, neighbors and our family for prayers, gifts and cards for Mickey during and following his accident. God be with all of you. Mickey Floyd and Marge Shilton Card Of Thanks I wish to thank my relatives, friends and neigh­ bors for the many lovely cards, molasses cookies, flowers, beautiful glads, and roses. Pastor Glen Litchfield for his many calls most of all to Mary and Gene and grandchildren for their love and devotion for always being near. Bless all of you. Lois Davis ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: Green couch, good condition, 852-0784 Nashville. MAGGIE ASPINALLS MOVING SALE: nic-nac’s, odds and ends, much much more. Wed., and Thurs., 9044 W. Lawrence Hwy. Ver­ montville. FOR SALE: lovely, home in Nashville, 3 bedrooms (one on main floor) iy2 baths, lots of windows and 13x15 screen room. Priced to sell. Call 852­ 9510. (9-24). LOST DOG: German Short Hair Pointer, color- liver and white, family pet for 12 years. If you have seen this dog, please contact Dan or Audrey Watson, Nashville, 517-852-9275 or 517-852-1631 after 4 p.m. A reward is being offered for the dogs return. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS! EBI Auxiliary holding Fabulous Fall Fling The Sixth Annual E.B.I. Auxiliary’s ‘Fabulous Fall Fling Bazaar’, with the proceeds benefitting the handicapped at E.B.I. Breakthru, Inc., is going to be held on Friday, Sept. 27, at the Congregational Church, 767 Fourth Ave., Lake Odessa. The Bazaar, which begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m, will feature crafts, baked goods, produce,, white elephant items, books, and a raffle. The door prizes will be a “Debra Dog” and an electric curling iron, but you must attend to register and have a chance at these prizes. During the bazaar, coffee and doritus will be served from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and lunch from that point until 1:30 p.m. Carry outs are available. Lunch will consist of sandwiches, three kinds of soup, sloppy joes, salad bar, beverages and pie. Another highlight of the event will be a raffle of three excellent gifts. Tickets, which are 50 cents each or three for $1, will be available at the door on the day of the bazaar or may be purchased in advance from any of the four E.B.I. facilities. Drawing for the prizes will be held on Friday, Sept. 27, at 3:30 p.m. by an impartial business person. You need not be present to win. All proceeds from the sale will be used to ensure con­ tinued programming for the handicapped in this the three-county area and to support E.B.I. with the financing of various projects throughout the year. Maple Valley Right to Life meeting next Tuesday night Maple Valley Right to Life will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24 at the Nashville Community Building. The group urges anyone interested to attend the meeting and help stop abortion. Abortions number 4,000 per day and in some major cities abortions now exceed the number of live births, said a local spokesperson. In Barry County, last year, there were 81 abortion procedures, the spokesperson said. For additional information or if you need counseling, call 852-9188 or 852-0706; or write to Maple Valley Right to Life, P.O. Box 459, Nash­ ville, Mi. 49073. MESC Computer Audit - The State Auditor General reports that a new computer system for the Michigan Employment Securtiy Commission is five times more ex­ pensive than the MESC originally anticipated. The project is costing the state $81.5 million, rather than the original estimate of $17 million. Continued Growth Predicted* For Michigan - A study conducted by the National Planning Association indicates that Michigan’s population will increase by 549,000 between now and the turn of the century. It is the 17th largest in­ crease by predicted among the 50 states. However, only 111,000 new jobs will be created during the next 15 years, according to the study. State Per Capita Income - The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis shows that the per capita in Michigan in 1984 was $12,607, slightly lower than the national average of‘$12,789, placing Michigan 20th among'the fifty states. Alaska had the higest per capita income, $17,487, and Mississippi had the lowest, $8,777. In 1983, Michigan randed 23rd in per capita income. Compared to neighboring states, Michigan ranked 23rd in per capita income. Compared to neighboring states, Michigan ranked second only to Illinois, while Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana rank behind Michigan. Nongame Wildlife Fund - The Nongame Wildlife Fund, instituted in 1983, collected $450,000 from 100,000 Michigan taxpayers who used the income tax check-off on their 1984 tax returns. The funds will be used to pay for 29 nongame wildlife projects administered by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The Nongame Wildlife Fund check-off system will expire at the end of the year unless the Legislature renews it. The money collected from the 1984 returns is $270,000 more than was collected in 1983. Missing Children Study - Using February 19, 1985 as a sample day, the Michigan State Police and Michigan State University’s School of Criminal Justice undertook a study indicating that 428 children under the age of 14 were reported missing in Michigan. Of that total, 355 were listed as runaways, 63 were involved in custody disputes-parental kidnapping situations and two were missing as a result of stranger abduction.” The remaining eight were classified as unnown unknown because ecause oof insufficient nsu cen information. norma on. However, owever, extreme caution is still advised for parents in the wake of the abduction of Shawn Moore in Brighton on August 31. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 __Page 9 ACTION-AD Local scout takes teacher at word TURKEY DINNER - Family style, pie included. Friday. Sept. 20, 4:30 - 7:00, |5.00 and 13.00. under 5 free. Nashville United Methodist Church. (9-17)___________ GOVERNMENT HOMES: by Shelly Sulser iS i SisS Si?’h‘WJM sj«& /'*>AS' '$?*& $?& $$ * **Sp ’■"i^ ■i^ t"''!*H h!J *WH I*Z®Wii *ii ■" ** *SJ*»wit I«i5®2?>* h*^u *^Nb .7?* itbtaj.. ’•*•""w w® **<*! h® JlIdpijSE jit jijff? .tzsisjfis- Richard Perrier of Nash­ ville can certainly be con­ sidered a student who listens to his teachers. The story yg begins last y, year, when Perrier, son of Elaine Bennett of 724 Washington St., was a junior at Maple Valley High School. Having been a boy scout for the past six year, Richard was ready to be designated the highest honor a scout can achieve, that of an Eagle Scout. But, in order to attain the honor, Richard first had to complete a service project, requiring at least 50 to 60 hours ofwork. Richard chose to build bookshelves for Putnam Public Library in Nashville. Realizing that he did not have a place to build such a project at home, Richard asked his shop teacher, Mr. Kivela, if he could build the shelves in school On his own time. “He (Kivela) said, ‘only if you get permission from the President of the United States,’ ” said Richard of his teacher’s reply. Finding himself in a bit of a bind, Richard decided the only solution was to take his teacher at his word, and try for the o.k. from the Com­ mander in Chief himself. So, on July 17, Richard and his mother sat down and composed a letter to President Ronal Reagan explaining his plight. After waiting a little over a month for the reply, Richard finally received a letter August 30 from the White House. The letter, from Special Assistant to the President and Director of Correspondence Ann Higgins, thanked Richard for his letter, on behalf of the President. Although Reagan’s letter didn’t make any reference to the bookshelf construction project, at least Richard can say he went to the top! Now a senior at MVHS, Richard has begun to build his project at school that will not only help him to be dubbed an “Eagle Scout” but will also benefit the community. from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (10-1). FOUND: Male coon dog, Lawrence Highway and Curtis Rd. Phone 852-1541 after~5:30 p.m. Come and enroll NOW in Adult Education. You can enroll daytime and evenings at the Maple Valley Adult Education office in the High School. Nashville VFW 8260 Fish & Chicken Fry Friday, Sept. 20 • 5:30-7:30 VFW 8260 in Nashville — PUBLIC INVITED — Richard Perrier of Nashville recently received a let­ ter from the White House which helped him get per­ mission to build a scout project in school. MSU Swine Day is next week All people interested in the Swine Industry are invited to attend the 1985 Michigan irt* te ea ea ^■rw^ it*! Ml '*£*** ** SZr*8ffi 'is?. i? CIRCULAR Enclosed with... — THE PAPER — 852-0713 /H'[XMJl spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-965­ 7640 Battle Creek. (EOW) WATKINS FAMOUS “ C1 sp orTthkT/u HARDWARE C ASAHRVDIWLLAERE H 105 N. Main, Nashville State University Swine Day on Sept. 20. The morning program begins at 9:30 at 109 Anthony Hall on the MSU campus in East Lansing. Following is a list of topics that will be covered by various MSU specialists and Dr. Keith Kelly of the University of Illinois: --How will biotechnology affect the swine producer? -What is the future of antibotics for swine? -Are there genetic aspects of the selenium deficiency problem? . -What is the health status of Michigan swine herds? -How should Michigan swine producers be making use of computers? The afternoon program is at the Swine Research Center, south of campus on Forrest Road and will follow the Pork Barbeque dinner. Several topcis are scheduled as follows: drip cooling and hot weather management for sows; computer program for facility use and management; internal and external parasite control; gilt and boar selection criteria; swine reproductive efficiency record system; dust control and building management; and on-farm feed mixing and mill calibration. For more information about the event contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office at 372-5594 or 543-2310. lrs A UTUMNA GAIN! SELSUN BLUE CALCIUM EXTRA CONDITIONING SHAMPOO 7 OZ. 309 OS -CAL 250 500 TABLETS 100'S TABLETS 60S 439 519 GAVISCON ACTIFED CAPSULES 20 S OR TABLETS 24’S LIQUID 12 OZ. ^69 TABLETS 100S 479 FLEX­ CARE 12 02. OPTIZYME CLEANING TABLETS OPTI­ DOXIDAN CLEAN 20 ML. CAPSULES 30'S 3274“6 624S319 COLGATE CHLORASEPTIC LIQUID 6 OZ. AZfOiRU Chkxoseptic MENTHOL OR CHERRY LOZENGES PUMP REGULAR OR GEL 145 139 IBS 4.5 OZ. HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley Newt, Nathville. Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 10 Village of Nashville MINUTES OF PUBLIC HEARING HELD AUGUST 22, 1985 A Public Hearing of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil was called to order by President John Hughes at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville on August 22, 1985. Present: Hughes, Chaffee, Furlong, Kent, Harvey, Frith and Tobias. Purpose: to rezone the property at 131 S. State, Lot 31 of the A.W. Phillips addition from residential to Commercial at the request of the property own­ ers Dave and Rosie Murphy. Discussion. Public Hearing recessed at 7:07 p.m. — September 12, 1985 JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk Village of Nashville MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING — HELD AUGUST 22, 1985 — The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held August 22, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:08 p.m. by President John Hughes. All Present, Hughes, Chaffee, Furlong, Kent, Frith, and Tobias and Har­ vey. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The property owner at 515 Middle Street was present to discuss sidewalk in front of his home. The council assured property owner that they had no plans to run sidewalk in front of his property. Mr. Carl Maison, of Williams & Works to discuss the E.P.A. Audit on the sewer project. The Buildings and Grounds committee to meet and discuss needed repairs at the Library and re­ port back to council September 12, 1985. Motion by Frith, supported by Chaffee to rezone Lot 31 A.W.' Phillip Addition at 131 S. State Street from R-l to Commercial. All Ayes. Motion Carried. The Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on the following insurances: Automotive fleet insurance, General Liability insurance, Workmen’s Compensation insurance, $1 Million and $2 Million Umbrella and Errors and Omission Insurance. Bids to be received by the Village Clerk until 5:00 p.m. on September 20, 1985. Bid specifications available at Nashville Village Hall. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. The Village of Nashville extends sincere thanks to Monte and Harold O'Dell for the use of their wood splitter to split the wood from the January ice storm. Their generosity is very much appreciated. Motion by Harvey, supported by Frith to adjourn, meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk —September 12, 1985 Maple Valley Board of Education REGULAR MEETING • sept. 9,1985 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Present: Baker, Cole, Lehman, Ossenheimer, Sleep­ er and Wolff. Absent: Hawkins 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by L. Sleeper, Vice-President. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents Hydrants will be flushed Thursday, Septem­ ber 19 beginning at approximately 10:00 p.m. This may cause temporary discoloraMon of water. VILLAGE COUNCIL • NOTICE TO BID • The Village of Nashville...is accept­ ing sealed bids for new roof flash­ ing and eavestrough on Putnam Public Library, 327 N. Main St., Nashville. Must have proof of in­ surance. Sealed bids to be submit­ ted to Leon Frith, 202 S. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073, by 4:30 p.m. Sept. 26, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. 9. Cole to approve the minutes of the special meet­ ing of August 20, 1985 and minutes of the reg­ ular meeting held August 12, 1985 with Item #26 to read as follows: "It is moved by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias that the super­ intendent of schools be directed to develop a five year plan/forecast which will address the needs of the Maple Valley Schools. Said plan is to include, but not be limited to, decentraliza­ tion of authority, curriculum modifications or improvements K through 12 (including staffing), extra curricular activities, equipment needs and/or replacement, building (facility) main­ tenance and transportation. The plan will be organized in such a matter so as to identify items to be addressed annually, beginning with the fiscal year 1986. Each annual plan will in turn have items prioritized for implementation and all items cost estimated. The plan will be completed and submitted to the Board of Edu­ cation no later than the regular board meeting of January, 1986. Thereafter, the board or its respective committees will meet to review the plan for final approval and presentation to the public by the regular board meeting of March, 1986. During the development of such plan, the superintendent will advise the board of pro­ gress on a monthly basis at the board's regular meeting. The plan will take into consideration the results of community surveys, state recom­ mendations, and any other pertinent data. After final approval of the initial plan, the superin­ tendent will undertake an annual revision/updating, so as to maintain a five year projection. This revised plan will be submitted to the board during its regular January meeting, with subse­ quent approval by the board's regular March meeting of each year." Ayes: All. Motion carried. Bills: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve the payment of bills from general fund in the amount of $31,304.76. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Payrolls: Motion made by Cole, supported by Ossenheimer to approve the transfer from gen­ eral fund to the payroll account for the follow­ ing amounts: August 16, 1985................ ... $15,729.83 August 30, 1985 ............... .$112,461.98 Ayes: All. Motion carried. Communications: LeRoy Sleeper will be the Maple Valley representative of the Eaton County School Board Association for the 1985-86 school year. Letter read from S. Slag, elementary teacher, stating he does not wish to attend sixth grade camp this year. Transportation: Mr. G. Aldrich, Director of Driver Personnel - Maple Valley, and Mr. J. McKib­ ben from Eaton County Intermediate School District addressed the Board and public regard­ ing the success of the summer bus driver pro­ gram. Mr. McKibben thanked Maple Valley for their continued cooperation and support. Superintendent's Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. Incentive Grant - Second Reading: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole that the Board of Education of the Maple Valley Schools certifies that it will comply with the graduation requirements (1988-89) for the school year 1985-86 necessary to receive state funding through Section 21, State School Aid Act of 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Motion made by Lehman, supported by Baker that the Board of Education of the Maple Valley Schools certifies that it will comply with Section 21, State School Aid Act of 1985, of an average class size of not more than 25 pupils for kinder­ garten and first grades to enable Maple Valley to receive additional funding. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Truth-in-Taxation: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to approve the truth in taxation resolution of authorizing a levy of 25.01 mills for 1985 which included an addi­ tional rate of .0050 mills. Roll call vote: Ayes: Cole, Lehman, Baker, Tobias, Ossenheimer, Sleeper. Nays: None. Absent: Hawkins. Motion carried. Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Baker to approve certification of Form L-4029 covering compliance with Section 31 of Article 9 of the State Constitution of 1963 as required by Section 211 -34d of the Michigan Compiled Laws stating that requested tax rates have been re­ duced if necessary. Allocated operating... ........ 8.30 Extra voted operating 16.71 mills Approved debt service................................. 1.35 Roll call vote: Ayes: Cole, Lehman, Baker Tobias, Ossenheimer, Sleeper. Nays: None. Absent: Hawkins. Motion carried. Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to approve the millage levy and taxes for the 1985 levy be as follows: 8.3 Mills Allocated............... ..... $ 502,298.46 16.71 Mills Extra Voted...... .... 1,011,253.89 $L513'552.35 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 1 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. Debt Retirement Levy 1.35 Mills.. $ 81,454.16 Roll call vote: Ayes: Cole, Lehman, Baker, Tobias, Ossenheimer, Sleeper. Nays: None. Absent: Hawkins. Motion carried. Operating Loan: Motion made by Tobias, sup­ ported by Baker to accept the offer of Michigan National Bank, Charlotte, to borrow the sum of $515,000 to be dated September 26, 1985 and become due June 30, 1986 at the interest rate of 75% of prime rate per annum. Money is to be borrowed only as needed. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Financial Audit: Motion made by Cole, sup­ ported by Ossenheimer to approve the financial report as prepared by the school auditors. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Maternity Leave: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to approve a maternity leave for Rose Dunham, elementary teacher, to begin approximately March 7, 1986 and end May 19, 1986. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. carried Jr.-Sr. Prom/Senior Trip: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to approve the tentative plans for the Jr.-Sr. Prom to be held May 10, 1986; and the Senior trip to Williamsburg and Washington, D.C. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. 7th Grade Girls Basketball: Motion made by Cole, supported by Tobias to approve the athletic director's recommendation for Duska Morawski as seventh grade girls basketball coach. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Roof Repair - Fuller: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to accept the bid to repair the roof at Fuller as bid by Sherriff-Goslin Com­ pany for the sum of $3,888. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Bus & Vehicle Insurance: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to accept the bid from Farm Bureau Insurance for school bus fleet insurance and other vehicles, total bid $5,116.14 for one year. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Operational Budget 1985-86: Motion made by Cole, supported by Lehman to approve the pro­ posed operational budget to be submitted to the State Department of Education, total antici­ pated receipts - $3,844,889; total anticipated expenditures - $3,878,462. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. There will be further discussion at the Novem­ ber meeting regarding cash balance (10% of the total annual budget) at the end of the fiscal year and consideration given to a supplemental salary paid to the superintendent for nego­ tiations. Membership - Mich. Assoc, of School Boards: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to approve Maple Valley membership in Michi­ gan Association of School Boards in the amount of $1,382. Ayes: Cole, Lehman, Ossenheimer, Baker and Sleeper. Nays: Tobias. Absent: Haw­ kins. Motion carried. Membership - Mich. Negotiators Assoc.: Motion made by Lehman, supported by Cole to approve Maple Valley membership in the Michigan Negotiators Association in the amount of $90. Ayes: Cole, Lehman, Baker, Ossenheimer and Sleeper. Nays: Tobias. Absent: Hawkins. Motion carried. Maplewood Aides: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Cole to approve contract salary for Cindy Walker as full-time aide at Maplewood of $5,240.00 and Barbara Dickinson as play­ ground aide at Maplewood, salary $826.00. This action is due to'Mary Erwin's resignation. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Elementary & H.S. Aides: Motion made by Leh­ man to hire aides to supply two hours of aide time for each kindergarten class at Maplewood and Fuller and two hours each first grade class at Fuller. Motion died due to lack of support. Motion made by Lehman, supported by Tobias to hire aides at the rate of $3.75 per hour to supply 14 hours of aide time at Fuller and Kel­ logg ond three and one-half hours per day at the high school level and any additional time as needed. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Administration's recommendation for these aides were as follows: Gloria Norris - High School; Kathy Spitzer and Brenda Hawkins - Elementary. Comm. Reports: There were no committee re­ ports at this time. Negotiations: Long range plans for negotia­ tions was discussed briefly and will be dis­ cussed in greater detail at the November regular board meeting. Property Transfer: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Lehman to accept the property of William and Patricia Ledbetter (State Road) in the Maple Valley District if the property is trans­ ferred by a joint meeting of the Barry and Eaton Intermediate Boards of Education. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. Other Business: There was no other business at this time. Adjournment: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to adjourn the meeting. Time: 11:06 p.m. Ayes: AIL Motion carried. PAULA COLE, Secretary Board of Education �SWA. xKiSX xxKiS SsKixwiSs.XX ’v Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 11 s v Learn about finances at local classes ss xssk,, sssk w 's.>^ . A series of three classes on finances will be held on Tuesday evenings beginning Oct, 1. These classes are offered by Maple Valley Community Education and will be taught by Ronald Boldt of Waddell & Reed. The first session will be held Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 7-9 p.m. and the topics will be tax planning. Tax laws change. Your planning should change too. Topics to be covered include: How to identify and clarify your financial objection; specific strategies you can use to save on your tax bill; and how tax planning can fit into your overall financial plan. The second session will be held Oct. 8 and will be en­ titled Money Management. °ssSl!^>L ks sXXSi ^^s WSi sW ^U^'CS s&fe Sign-up for hunter safety class :^Ss fe±> Hunter Safety classes will be offered at Maple Valley High School Monday, Sept. 23; Tuesday, Sept. 24 and Wednesday, Sept. 25. Monday and Tuesday classes will meet from 2:45 to 5 p.m. and the Wednesday class will meet from 2:45 to 4 p.m. The fee is $3. Registration forms are available in the Maplewood and Kellogg School offices as well as the Community Nashville youth is wool winner at State Fair — Each year at the Michigan State Fair, the Michigan Sheep Breeders sponsor a contest for promoting wool. This group of young women are the winners for styling their wool outfits and the ability to handle and show their yearling ewe. Taking first place through fourth place were (from left) Janice Mater, Nashville; Lee Ann Hammons, Ottawa Lake; Hannah Good, Mason; and Traci Clements, Bancroft. **n*»i** n» W&*> P^wIiWtoIIIIj W-^SRWjJtlj W-^SRWjJt l> ^^0s8taB,^(| ■MtopMfJwW;iib s»MS<WtaWw Bl.Ap Cole, fa, Mrt idSbep.Ngfdgta.fa^ iofaianied. tyfasipfrtli|te । V(iej newbefslHp in to? .^tacrW’S Welehfefe^' !.|tyfas.tew,lt’ W'TJi 25 2*5 rA# U*# *£dj £d AC r»e., k hit Several Eaton County 4H’ers received awards at the 1985 Michigan 4-H Horse Show held August 20 at Michigan State University. Nikki Colizzi of Charlotte was awarded a silver medal in Western Fitting and Showing. Monique Colizzi of Charlotte earned a fifth place in the Horse Trail Class. Jennifer Campbell of Grand Ledge received a gold medal in Pony English Pleasure and a bronze medal in Pony English Equitation. Tracy Shilling from Parma took fifth place in Western Fitting and Showing. Nannette McGill of Pot­ terville earned gold medals in Stock Seat Equitation and in Western Pleasure, silver medals in Bareback Equitation and in Trail Class, Reserve Champion in Equitation, and Grand Champion in Western Pleasure. Madora Garn from Charlotte received bronze medals in Western Fitting and Showing and in Bareback Equitation. Inger Anderson of Grand Ledge was awarded a bronze medal in Hunter Seat Equitation. Karen Woodman from Eaton Rapids took gold medals in Western Fitting and Showing and in Western Pleasure, a bronze medal in Stock Seat Equitation, and a Grand Championship in Western Pleasure. Lisa Papranec of Charlotte received seventh place in Pony Stock Seat Equitation. Karol Joss from Grand Ledge earned a bronze medal in Fitting and Showmanship, a silver medal in Working Hunter Under Saddle, and Reserve Championship in the Pleasure class. Mary Hester of Charlotte received a gold medal and Reserve Thursday, Sept. 19-7 p.m. Stock Dog Demonstration, Gordon and Marguerite Johnson’s 3500 Perkey Rd., Charlotte. Friday, Sept. 20 - 9:30 a.m. Swine Days -109 Anthony Hall, Michigan State University, 12:30 Prok Barbecue. Afternoon displays at Research Center. Sept. 21-22 - State 4-H Rodeo, MSU Livestock Pavilion. Tuesday, Sept. 24 - 7:30 p.m. Post-Fair and Non-Livestock 4­ H project planning meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte fairgrounds. Saturday, Sept. 28 - 7:30 p.m. Jr. Livestock “Buyer’s Ap­ preciation Banquet’’, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 1 - 9:30 a.m. MAEH Council, Farm Bureau Office Basement. Tuesday, Oct. 1-7 p.m. Fall Harvest Contest, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. Thursday, Oct. 3 - 6:30 p.m. Greek Extravaganza, Kardel Hall, reservations required, $4 person. For further in­ formation call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Saturday, Oct. 5 - 10-12 Shooting Sports - Firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club. 1-3 Archery, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Oct. 7-12 - NATIONAL 4-H WEEK. Monday, Oct. 7 - 8:00 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Dairy Banquet, 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 9:30 a.m. MAEH Lesson Day “Pressures On Children, How Can We Help”, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Call 543-2310 or 372-5594 to sign up. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Charlotte. EWING WELL DRILLING WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... 5 *x > RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible l< w lllz£zf llz£z l £ f X wJ X X*' /fz . GftAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <S THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. Championship in Fitting and Showmanship. Wade Madry from Bellevue took a bronze medal in Pole Bending, a silver in Cloverleaf Barrels, and a gold medal and Grand Championship in Speed and Action. Jehni Briggs of EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties * * * */ **.»«**/ This session is geared to help individuals 1) Review today’s financial com­ plexities, 2) Examine the large confusing variety of options available 3) Determine which options are most practical and sensible to meet specific situations. Retirement plans will be the topic of the last class session to be held Oct. 15. IRA, TSA, Keogh and Simplified Pension Plan will be discussed. Evaluate your retirement plan. Options are available. Determine which option is the most practical and sensible to meet specific situations. For further information, or to enroll, call the Com­ munity Education Office at 852-9275. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE Custom programs and lessons. 852­ 1784 Nashville. (10-1) SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Charlotte earned silver medals in Pony Western & English Riding and in the Pony Trail class. Kendra Ankney, also of Charlotte, received a silver medalin Stock Seat Equitation and a gold medal in Western Fitting and Showing. According to Nancy Thelen, Eaton County 4-H Youth Agent, the purpose of the annual event is to give 4­ H horse project members an opportunity to evaluate their horsemanship skills by competing against other youths from across the state with similar interests. This year’s event included 483 members exhibiting in classes and English riding and dressage to costume, trail and gymkhana events. Education office. To enroll, send the registration form and $3 to the community education office in the high school. Students must attend all three sessions. Parents are also invited to attend the sessions. For further information, call the Maple Valley Community Education office at 852-9275. Would it surprise you? WE HAVE — • • • • • • • Artistry Cosmetics Perimeter Alarm System Water Treatment System Catalog Ordering Service Nutritious Foods and Beverages Personal Care Products Cleaning Products — EVERYONE WELCOME — Saturday, September 28 • 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP HALL Come see what is available thru ... AMWAY PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTORS John and Kathy Pennington Mabie Lake Mike and Stephanie Thom Elwood and Marlon Halsey Jim and Diane Heyboer Chuck and Frankie Reid Mark and Sue Fawley Bob and Pat Carmoney HAYES GREEN BEACH HOSPITAL SPECIALTY CLINICS Cardiac Clinic Dr. Melvin M.D. Dr. Helble D.O. Dr. Kleiber P.O. Mon. & Thurs. Thurs. Orthopedic |Dr. Fuksa M.D. Urology Dr. Song M.D. Dr. Mashni M.D. Tues. & Wed. Wed. Pulmonary Dr. Gera M.D. Dr. Kashyap M.D. Fri. Tues. Pre-Natal Nephrology Dr. Rosenbaum M.D. Dermatology Dr. Messenger M.D. | Thurs. For Clinic Appointment Call 543-1060, ext. 404 or 402 Have you heard about our new reduced rates in the Emergency Room? You may be eligible for minimum fee of $25 for non-emergency medical conditions. 321E. Harris St., Charlotte �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 12 Grand award goes to local Tobeys at state fair polled Hereford show Norton Ridge Farm, Goshen, Ind., and Tobeys Polled Herefords of Nash­ ville, snatched the purple banners at the Michigan State Fair on Aug. 30. Detroit was the site for the 41-head show, where Dr. Gary Minish of Virginia Polytechnical Institute, Blacksburg, evaluated the classes. Tobeys Polled Herefords ushered in a February ‘84 son of Stlbrk Gilead 67K, “The Stick,” for the junior and grand champion bull titles. MSU Gilead 67K 8406 pulled out the winnings. He was grand champ at Michigan’s Polled Hereford Show. On the female directory 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call 9 to 5:30 Daily Norton Ridge picked up the junior and grand champion honors with WP Miss 777 Lady ET 53S. WSF Nextstep 777P sired this May ‘84 heifer collecting the titles. The premier exhibitor of the show was NS Polled Herefords. The farm also took the first place ribbon in the best-six-head class and the Whipser Wind Farm took a quartet by “The Stick,” to the top of the calf get-of-sire entry with a foursome by 469L. Whipser Wind Farm took a quartet by “The Stick,” to the top of the calf get-of-sire competition. Eugene Worth of Hastings, MI was named premier breeder of the day. MSU Gilead 67K 8406 was named junior and grand champion Polled Hereford bull at the Michigan State Fair for Tobeys Polled Herefords of Nashville? Family is the subject of prison film at local church on Sunday Nashville Assembly of God will be showing a motion picture release on Sunday, Sept. 22 of International Prison Ministry of Dallas, Texas, entitled, “Honey, Your Mama’s in Prison.” The film is a unique look at the importance of the family and the tragedy of family break-up as seen through the eyes of mothers who have been imprisoned for murder, assault, trafficking in drugs, New Construction*Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-699 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens^ M forgery, and embezzlement. It was filmed inside one of the largest women’s correctional facilities in the United States-Florida Correctional Institution, Lowell, Florida. The entire prison population of 650 inmates were involved in the .making of the 45-minute documentary as were the officers and staff of the in­ stitution. Family members of some the inmates were also interviewed. International Prison Ministry, the producer of the film, is a nondenominational organization whose principal work is providing free Bibles and books to prisoners in over 6,000 prisons and jails in the United States and Canada. The film is free to the public and will be shown at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville, on Sunday Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIYERINC-PLANMING-ESTIMATING-SAVING Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks PANELING SALE Local youths to participate in state 4-H rodeo at MSU Seventeen Eaton County 4­ H Rodeo Club members have been invited to participate in the first 4-H rodeo finals Sept. 21-22 in the Livestock Pavilion at Michigan State University. “Rodeoing has become a very popular sport with young people,” says Robin Spaleny, rodeo co­ chairperson. “We teach young people safety and give them the opportunity to develop skills in particular events.” Contestants will be able to compete in two divisions, junior and senior. Events in both divisions include bareback riding, bull riding, goat tying and barrel! racing. The senior division also includes saddle bronc riding and breakaway roping. The members qualified to compete by gaining top 10 scores in certain events at 4­ H rodeos held throughout the summer. Barry Byington of Vermontville will compete in Jr. Bull Riding; Jason Byington will compete in Jr. Bareback Bronc Riding and is an alternate in Jr. Bull Riding; Jamie Endsley from Bellevue will be in Jr. Bull Riding and Jr. Bareback Bronc Riding; Shawn Eveland, Bellevue, will compete in Jr. Barrel Racing and Jr. Goat Tying. 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Special sales in each store. Spend the day Sept. 21, 9:30­ 5:30. LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) HAY FOR SALE: first and second cutting also beef cows, steers, and calves. (517)852-1784 Nashville. (10­ 1) entering Jr. Goat Tying; Kevin Heisler of Nashville will compete in Jr. Bareback Bronc Riding; Matt Huver from Bellevue will be in Jr. Bull Riding; Mike Huver will compete in Jr. Bareback Bronc Riding and Jr. Bull Riding; Doug Verpooten, Ceresco, will be in Sr. Bull Riding. Dan Laverty of Ver­ montville will compete in Sr. Saddle Bronc, Sr. Bareback Bronc and Sr. Bulls; Thad Madry will compete in Sr. Saddle Bronc Riding and Sr. Bareback Bronc Riding; Wade Madry will be in Sr. Saddle Bronc Riding and in Break-away Roping; Jason Maihofer of Olivet will compete in Jr. Bull Riding; Greg Sivyer of Mulliken will be in Sr. Bull Riding; and Lisa Wheeler from Charlotte will compete in Sr. Goat Tying. Eaton County members who are alternates include: Lisa Endsley, Bellevue, in Sr. Goat Tying and Sr. Barrell Racing, Keith VanDorsten, Marshall, in Sr. Bull Riding; and Mark Huver, Bellevue, in Jr. Bareback Bronc Riding. The rodeo is open to the public. There will be two performances: 8 p.m. on Saturday evening and 2 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. Ad­ mission will be $2.50 with children under five years of age admitted free. Meeting planned by Retired Personnel The September meeting of the Barry County Association of Retired School Personnel will be held Sept. 25 at the Woodland United Methodist Church at 12 noon. The program will be a book review by Mrs. Bette Fockler, “The Peabody Sisters’ of Salem” by Louise Hall Sharp. Please call in your reservations by Sept. 21, to one of the following: Lucille Brown, 367-4821; Bernice Carter, 795-9023; Margaret Johnson, 945-2050; Birdena Lyttle, 623-2606; Reva Schantz, 852-9243 and Helen Tucker, 945-4147. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner Nashville... 517-852-9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself y • 1 W pp pipe 5' length, g , Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2''-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday Lions open SMAA season with 19-0 win over Olivet An opportunistic Lion defense scored a pair of touchdowns and set up a third one as Maple Valley opened its SMAA season last Friday with a 19-0 whitewash of Olivet. Maple Valley’s Glenn Ewing picked off an Olivet pass and raced 32 yards at the 3:41 mark of the first quarter for the Lions’ first score. Then, with only 2:01 remaining in the period, Mark Hess smashed into Olivet’s quarterback causing him to fumble. Matt Coleman pounced on the ball in the Eagle end zone and the Lions led 12-0. Maple Valley’s third and final score came with 10:27 to go in the second quarter when Scott Villanueva recovered an Olivet fumble at the 30-yard line. Several plays later Ewing took it over from the 1 and Adam Brumm’s two-point con­ version made the final 19-0. SSJJS SSJJ.S ■I nil age nj c4 feitiliijj i d ■diikHI rikiii Id lie patafr frfrM Sports Lion coach Guenther continue. Mittelstaedt said the victory “I hope not,” he said. “The was a welcome one in the things was the defense face of being shut out by decided we’d stop them Fowler a week ago. (after the turnovers) and “The first one (win) is then we did.” always the hardest one to Jim Fuller led the defense get,” said Mittelstaedt. “We with a pair of sacks while made some progress but we Mike Siple, Marty Smith, have a ways to go. We have Matt Coleman and Mark to cut our turnovers and Hess also contributed sacks. work on our passing. But it “We got in their backfield definitely was a much better pretty well,” said Mitperformance than the week telstaedt. before.” Statistically, Maple Valley The Lions turned the ball finished with 213 yards on the over 5 times against Olivet ground including 50 yards by making it 12 turnovers in two Tim Higdon, 45 by Mike weeks. Maple Valley at­ Smith and 44 yards by Matt tempted only one pass and Owen. The Lions had 23 first were penalized seven .times downs. for 75 yards. Mittelstaedt Olivet was held to 12 firsaid the turnovers can’t stdowns and only 64 yards on the ground. The Eagles failed to complete a pass in 9 attempts. Maple Valley entertains Bellevue this week. Maple Valley JVs lose first three A young Maple Valley Jayveeteam (1 sophmore, 10 freshmen) suffered 3 tough losses in their season openers. They were soundly defeated by Saranac 31-12. Valley went to the locker room at half time down by 2 points (12-10) with hopes of coming back the second half and changing that around. However, the Redskins caught us off guard and put us away at the charity line. Scoring for Valley were Diona Morawski with 4 and 2 each by, Stephanie Whit­ more, Jennifer Fisher, Karris True and Kristen Kraai. The team’s next game was at Lakewood. Even' though we lost 23-34, much im­ provement could be seen in our defense and offense. Once again we were behind at halftime 19-5. .The second half we out scored Lakewood 18-5, fourteen of these points were in the fourth quarter. Diona Morawski led all scorers with 10 points followed by Karris True with 6, Lesley Dipert 4, Kristen Kraai 2 and Chris Gardner 1. Thursday nights game saw us at the home of the Pot­ terville Vikings and our third loss, 36-26. High scorer for the lioness was Kristen Kraai with 8, followed by Faith Schilz, Lesley Dipert and Diona Morawski with 4 each; Jennifer Fisher 3, Karris True 2 and Kristen Royston 1. These ladies were also assisted by Stephanie Whitmore, Deanna Hagon, Christine Gardner, and Tracy'DeGroot. The ladies are looking forward to being at home this next week. Monday they play Middleville and on Wednesday their first league game with rival Pennfield. Nashville clips Vermontville in Little League opener Sept. 7 September 7, was the opening of the Little League football season. The opening game was played on a hot and humid afternoon. Nashville prevailed against Vermontville with a 6-0 score. The score was set up by a long run by Shawn Redman. The touchdown was scored by Travis Norton. Another touchdown was scored by Matt Carpenter on a pass from Tim Ferrier, however it was nullified by a penalty. Fine defensive plays- were made by Tom Dunham, Chris Varney, Tony Eye, Tim Schilz, Scott Armour, Brian Brandt, Robert Erickson, Derick Morawski, and Shawn Redman. This was a fine team effort and a hard fought game, said Jim Ferrier. Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Only $ X*1 /V1 OO per year in Barry Coun ty MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY... Send my subscription to NAME ADDRESS CITY_______________STATE Enclosed is my payment for: n » ? lSro, I—I $ ij.ju Other Arcos ZIP Q $8 50 Swdents wents (p month§) mont $12 Surrou Surrounding cnding MC Counties ounties (.A..l.legan, C _alhoun. Ea.ton. I,onia. Kal.amazoo. Kent.) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 September 17, 1965 — Pag© 13 MV cross country team sweeps After a very disappointing loss in their season opener to Olivet, the M.V. Harriers rebounded to sweep Bell ewe and Saranac last week in separate meets. On Tuesday the Lions entertained Bellevue in a league meet at Mulberry Fore, site of their home meets this year. The Lions won by the score of 27 to 29. Placing for Maple Valley were: 2nd-Rob Trowbridge in a time of 17:51, 4th-Cody Mattson, 6th-Steve Schilz, 7th-Darren McDonald and 8th-Mark Goodrich. The meet was decided by a gutty sprint to the finish by Cody Mattson and the inspired running of the team’s sixth runner Bryant Filter. Placing for the girls were: 3rd-Angie Smith and 4th-Kris Brewer. The highlight of the race was the unbelievable per­ formance turned in by one of Bellevue’s girl runners. Freshman Jodie Shay placed first in the girl’s race and third in the boy’s in a girl’s course record of 17:59. Lion coach Don Roscoe said that Jodie is one of the top girls in the state and is a definate all­ state possibility this year. On Thursday Maple Valley traveled to Saranac for a non-league encounter. The Lions won by the score of 24 to 34. Leading the Lions again was Junior Rob Trowbridge, finishing second in the time of 18:12. Balanced scoring again led the Lions to victory as Cody Mattson took 4th, Darren Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood School Monday, Sept. 23 Hot dogs, fries, corn, pears. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Pizza, peas, carrot, celery sticks, fruit. Wednesday, Sept. 25 Spaghetti, green beans, rolls and butter, applesauce. Thursday, Sept. 26 Bar-B-Q on bun, corn, pudding bars, fruit. Friday, Sept. 27 Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, baked beans, jelly sandwich, peaches. Fuller St. Monday, Sept. 23 Hot dogs, or cheesedo'gs, baked beans, peaches. Tuesday, Sept, 24 Pizza buns, corn, fruit choice. Wednesday, Sept. 25 Chili and crackers, or chef salad, pears, pickles. Thursday, Sept. 26 Tacos, lettuce and cheese, peas, mixed fruit, butter sandwich. Friday, Sept. 27 Hot ham pattie on bun, green beans, applesauce. Maple Valley Schools Jr.-Sr. Monday, Sept. 23 Hot dogs, french fries, fruit cocktail. Tuesday, Sept. 24 Hamburger or cheeseburger, tri-taters, peas, peaches. Wednesday, Sept. 25 Fishwich, tarter sauce, green beans, pears. Thursday, Sept. 26 Sloppy Jo’s, baked beans, applesauce, cookie. Friday, Sept. 27 Pizza, corn peaches. Milk is served with all lunches, choice of 2 vegetables and fruits will be offered daily. McDonald captured 5th, Steve Schilz placed 6th and Bryant Filter took 7th. Leading the girl’s again was freshman Angie Smith in a time of 23:43. “The team is coming along and starting to show some of its potential,” said Coach Roscoe. “We don’t have the front runner like last year but we have much more depth than ever before. If we stay healthy we should be able to have a winning season and surprise a few people at the end of the year.’’ The Lions will travel to the Hastings Invitational on Tuesday for the only meet next week. Vermontville 4th and 5th grade team wins second one The Vermontville fourth and fifth grade football team hosted Lake Odessa at 1 p.m. Saturday, and rolled to a 22-0 victory. The young team is now 2-0 on the season. Offensively, the team showed some improvements in working together and overall blocking from the likes of Mike O’Dell, Justin Lake, Carl Mazurek, Don Kerby, John Hunt, Dan Martin, Matt Reid, and Chris Harman. Several members of the team recorded nice rushing marks and they are Travis Carter, Mark Trowbridge, Kevin Wadkins, Kyle Booher, Dan Rasey and scoring were Don Kerby, Bret Flower, Chris Cooley and Grant Smipson. Defense was equally impressive, recording 10 sacks for the day from Brent Stine with 2, Dan Rasey 2, Grant Simpson 2 and those with 1 are Scott English, Bret Flower, Kevin Wadkins and Bryan Carpenter. Also adding nice tackling performances were Travis Carter, Grant Simpson, Bret Flower, Pat Kerby, Kyle Booher, Brent Stine and Gerardo Conklin. Nice job fellows! Next Saturday, Sept. 21, Vermontville will travel to Saranac for the 1 p.m. game. Free throw line trips up Lady Lions last week in two games Dawn Morawski led the Maple Valley girls basketball team fell short in lions with 12 points. Beth two games played last losing Starring added 10, Sheri both away contests at the Forell 9, Carol Lomie 5, Kim Bahs 3, and Kelly Hoefler 3. charity stripe. Potterville made a Maple Valley played the tall Lakewood squad close on relatively close game a Tuesday. Tough Lion runaway on Thursday. The defense kept the Vikings off host Viking’s pulled away in balance all night but good the second quarter when free-throw shooting kept the they went to the free-throw line 24 times and jumped to a host a step ahead. The Lions fell behind by as 38-17 lead. Potterville went on to take many as 12 points in the third quarter before their defense the 65-35 win. Carol Lamie scored 8 caused Lakewood turnovers that let Valley back in the points for Valley, Sheri game, with 1:19 left to play. Forell and Kelly Haefler The Lions trailed by 4 each added 6; Beth Starring points, 42-46, but were unable 5; Kim Bahs, 4; Dawn to score again while the Morawski, 3. The Lions host Middleville Vikings added 6 more to their total. The final score on Monday and Pennfield in a Wednesday contest. read Valley 42 Lakewood 52. Roll-over protection on tractor a good health safety investment Installing a roll-over protective structure (ROPS) is a one-time accident in­ surance premium that is worth the investment. “A 20 to 30 horsepower tractor can be equipped with ROPS for as little as $300, protecting drivers from disabling injuries or death,” says Howard Doss, Michigan State University Extension agricultural safety specialist. “Considering the cost of hospital expenses, time lost and losses from untended crops safety saves money.” Most tractors built less than 12 years ago can be fitted with roll-over protection by local equip­ ment dealers. In fact, tractors built after 1976 are required to be equipped with roll-over protection if used by employees. Though this law does not apply to family members, the benefits of installing a ROPS for your family’s safety remain greater than the cost, Doss says. Since ROPS have become man­ datory on tractors used by employees, some states have seen a 50 percent decrease in fatalities due to tractor upsets over a 10-year period. Tractor cabs are a more expensive form of roll-over protection than a ROPS frame, but can provide protection from other potential health hazards, such as dust and chemical inhalation, as well as im­ proved operator conforms, such as heating, air con­ ditioning and a sound system. When purchasing a tractor cab, Doss recom­ mends checking for a decal stating the cab meets the safety standards set by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers. Manufacturers are getting involved with tractor safety this year by providing some tractors with ROPs as standard equipment, and many dealers are informing farmers that older tractors can be fitted with ROPS, Doss adds. When operators use ROPS and the safety belt, a tractor upset seldom results in death. Isn’t this one-time investment and protection worthwhile insurance for you and your family? Doss asks. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 — Page 14 Tips for high yield wheat production offered “Newer varieties and improved production techniques make wheat a profitable crop,” says Roger A. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent. “One hundred bushel per acre has been obtained by several farmers,” says Betz, The following production recommendations will help assure high yields on your farm. Crop Rotation: Follow a crop rotation with at least two full years between wheat crops to avoid difficulties with root and stem root disease of wheat. Do not plant wheat after wheat, rye, other fall-sown grains, quackgrass or brome grass sods or legume grass sods with lots of glass in them. Continuous cropping to wheat on the same field may result in a 10 to 15 percent or more reduction in yield for the second wheat crop and 50 to 80 percent reduction in the third crop because of a buildup of root and stem rot diseases. Select a high yield potential Held! Soil Test and Fertilization: Have your soil tested by a research-oriented laboratory and apply the recommended amounts for high yields for both lime and fertilizer. Wheat responds well to fertilizer. A 100 bushel crop and the straw will removed 75 pounds of INA* NTE IOWNSAPLA NEWSPAPER 1 Tweek Freedom ofthe Press Is Everybody's Freedom P2O5, 100 pounds of K20 and 125 pounds of Nitrogen per acre. Manganese may also be needed. Do not drill in direct contact with the seed more than a total of 100 pounds per acre of plant nutrients (N+P2O5+K2O) for sandy soils and 140 pounds for fine textured soils. For 100 bushel wheat, three applications of nitrogen should be made. The first is in the fall with 25 pounds at planting. Next application is in March or early April with 25 to 50 pounds of Nitrogen applied, depending on stand. (More than 18 plants per 7” row apply 25 pounds, less than 18 plants apply 50 pounds of N to stimulate tillering.) The last application should be at growth stage 6 (first node) with 50-75 pounds depending how much you applied in the spring. This helps provide Nitrogen at the time of head filling and not at straw development. If not in the three ap­ plication program, a total of 70-90 pounds of Nitrogen would be recommended in the fall and spring only. Selection of Varieties: Many newer varieties have high yielding potential. In the soft white wheats, Augusta, Frankenmuth and Yorkstar are the three highest yielding for a sixyear average in MSU research plots. Hillsdale, Auburn and Caldwell are newer soft red varieties that have yield potential. One new variety is Hillsdale. Hillsdale has even out­ performed some of the best white varieties. Important traits to look for in varieties are Hessian fly resistance, winter hardiness, lodging resistance, leaf rust resistance and powdery mildew resistance. Seed and Seed Treatment: High quality seed is im­ portant to a high-quality commercial crop. In highquality seed, look for: 1) 90 percent germination or higher; 2) varietal purity; 3) free from othe rcrop seed, like rye; and 4) free from weed seed, especially weeds like corn cockle, wild onion, chess. Certified seed con­ sistently meets all of these requirements. Regardless of the seed planted, its ger­ mination or viability should be determined ahead of time in the laboratory before planting. Seed should be treated to control bunt and loose smut, seed rots and seedling blights. Carboxin + Thiram (Vitavax 200) is recom­ mended at full label rate. Planting Date: Hessian fly-free dates, devised in the early 1900's have long specified when to start planting wheat. That date for Eaton County is Sept. 16. Research has proven that starting planting 10 days to two weeks later results in higher yields. The optimum planting based on weather history in Eaton County is Oct. 2-6. Soil Preparation: The soil should be worked only enough to ensure good seed soil moisture contact and to have weeds under control when planted. Excessive preparation will pack the soil, lead to poor root development and is ex­ pensive. It is important to ACTION-ADS Educated people can be a real bless­ ing. Enroll in Maple Valley Adult Educa­ tion. CALL: 852-9275. FABRIC AND CRAFT SALE at COUNTRY STITCHES thru Saturday Sept. 21 Special selection of calicoes $1, $2, $3; all books 20 per­ cent off; pillow forms 25 percent off; muslin one-third off; DMC Floss 25 percent off; 14” quilting hoop $2; stencil paint and sticks 25 percent off; quilting stencils 25 percent off; flat reed for basket weaving 25 percent off; batise for smocking 25 percent off; stretcher bars 50 percent off; large rotary cutter 25 percent off; lace 3 yds-$l and much more. COUNTRY STITCHES 145 S. Main Eaton Rapids 663-2117 Come meet new people. Find out by calling: Maple Valley Adult Educa­ tion at 852-9275. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. have the crop vigorously through the entire growing season, not just during germination. Planting: Research at Eaton Lansing indicates the best planting rate for wheat is around 2’4 bushels per acres of high-quality seed. Row spacing of three to seven inches is best. On fine-textured soils (loam, silt loam and clay loam) a planting depth of 1.5 inches is most desirable; on lighter soils a two-inch depth is prefered. A slightly greater depth would be advisable when the soil is dry. Weed Control: Summer fallowing is one of the best ways to control weeds in wheat, especially quackgrass. Round-up will also effectively control quack if applied at the proper time. 2, 4-D amine can be used in the spring to control' broadleaves when the wheat is six to eight inches tall. M.C.P.A. can be used when a legume is seeded with the wheat. Other Treatents for High Yields: 1% pints of Cerone at growth stage eight would be advisable if lodging is a potential problem. Also a systemic fungicide such as Bayleton at 4 oz. per acre, would be recommended if sufficient disease potential exists to warrant the cost of the product. Through the use of good management techniques, profitable wheat is a reality. For more information contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, 517-543-2310 or 372-5594. Personal appearance clinic for Barry County residents set Barry County 4-H teen and adult leaders are invited to attend the 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop on Oct. 11 and 12 at Kettunen Center, the state’s leader­ ship training facility in Tustin. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to update their skills and knowledge in personal ap­ pearance .areas. The workshop will also include in-depth sessions for teens to provide training in modeling and grooming. Other session topics will cover easy blazer tailoring, English smocking, alterations, strip patchwork quilting, historical fashions, punch embroidery, - clothes buying, computer, ap­ plications for personal ap­ pearance, creative update of active wear fashions, ex­ ploring today’s fabrics, Learn to earn. Call: Kay at 852-9275. incentives in 4-H, and new leaders with beginning sewers. Reservations for the workshop are due Sept. 27. For information about this workshop or other 4-H ac­ tivities, contact Kathy Walers, Extension 4-H Youth Agent, at the Barry County Cooperative Extension Service office or call 948­ 4862. 4-H project planning meeting set for Sept. 24 Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. is the date and time of the Project Planning Meeting for all non-livestock 4-H projects except Personal Appearance. The main purpose Of the meetings is to give leaders, parents, and members a chance to provide input into their project areas. Project requirements and activities will be discussed. Everyone interested is welcome. CF is a constant struggle for breath Struggling for breath is a never-ending fact of life for the 30,000 American children and young adults with cystic fibrosis (CF), a disease that attacks the lungs and digestive system. September 15-21 has been designated as National Cystic Fibrosis Week to draw attention to this country’s number one inherited killer of youth. “Increased public awareness of cystic fibrosis will hopefully lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment before permanent lung damage occurs,” states Rev. James Falsey, President of the Cystic Fibrosis Foun­ dation of Greater Michigan. Cystic fibrosis produces a thick, glue-like mucus that clogs the lungs and digestive system. Each day a person with cystic fibrosis goes through arduous therapy to dislodge the mucus from the air passages. Pills are constant factors in the lives of CF patients. Up to 40 capsules are taken each day to assist in digesting food and absorbing nutrients. “All the therapy and medical attention required by a person with CF makes this a very expensive disease,” Rev. Falsey said. “The average person with CF spends $6,000 a year, with increased costs of food and frequent travel to doctors and hospitals. “The Foundation has not achieved its goal of finding a cure or control for this tragic disease,” Rev. Falsey said, “but imporvements in treatment have greatly extended the lives of people with cystic fibrosis. Just 25 years ago, children with CF rarely lived long enough to enter grade school. Today, nearly halfof those born with cystic fibrosis make it out of their teens and some live into their late 20’s.” Everyday an average of five children are bom with cystic fibrosis and three die from it. In addition, an estimated 10 million Americans - one out of every 20 are unknowing and symptonless carriers of the gene that causes CF. Each child born to two carriers of this disease has a 25 percent chance of being bom with cystic fibrosis, a 50 percent chance ofbeing a carrier and a 25 percent chance of being bom without the disease or the gene. To learn more about cystic fibrosis, contact the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Greater Michigan, 104 N. Washington Avenue, Saginaw, Michigan 48607; or call 1-800-292-7169. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 17, 1985 SLSss w w sass Does the lack of a high school diploma give you an empty feeling? rdt ■sSjfe <SJJa << S4«JJa‘,i1 libitt , SS,'** > £**•? psal» We Care ■_ feiHtHib W5. Mitia 1^ Enroll in Classes Now Si Si* ;-aJ Maple Valley Lakewood Community Education 852-9275 top �FAV ITE BUDDING Thin Sliced Meats HERRUD BULK 2/89* Ring Bologna 2.5 OZ. FARMER PEET’S Festival Sausage 6 LB. AV. ROLLS Frozen Only c‘c" r - i Smores Cereal A 4 OZ. PREGO Reg., Meat, Mushroom Spaghetti Sauce $ JI49 30 OZ. 89 .. FROM CHUCK $1> 29 Ground Beef LB. CARNATION Coffee Mate 11 OZ. PREMIUM KRAFT SPIRAL Saltines Mac & Cheese 5.5 OZ. LIQUID (35* OFF LABEL) Palmolive Dish Detergent $>5o 22 FL OZ. COUNTY LINE Half Moon 10 OZ. 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COUPON EX­ PIRES SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21.1985. Your Shoppers Review Store | � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-09-24.pdf 82c0a8646654f6f9552aeef5212a047f PDF Text Text W^fiNGS P « 1 a12f1m 3^1 Chu Moafm Ml<*» sn®T »gt»» 49Q5g BUU A1£ PAID U.S. POSTAGE Hastings Public J4bary 121 s. Church st. Hastings, Michigan 49058 Hastings, MII PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 11 — Tuesday, September 24, 1985 Mace Pharmacy building new building on Main Street by Shelly Sulser By February, Mace Pharmacy of 207 N. Main Street in Nashville will be housed in a new, larger building, currently being constructed in Nashville’s downtown business district. The new building site is located on the vacant lot between Quality Pawn and C’s Place. David Mace, owner of the pharmacy for the past six years, said the new building will be twice the size of his current establishment. “I’ve always felt I needed a wider building,” said Mace who has been planning to move for two years. “It’s hard to merchandise a long store like this one.” Mace said his plans don’t include adding more mer­ chandise to the store, but to upgrade the selection of he currently offers. “We want to do a better job than we’re doing now. We would like to expand our health aids, and to offer a more complete line of Hallmark cards,” he said. Plenty of off-the-street parking will be made available next to the new building. And Mace said he is looking forward to enlarging the pharmacy area, which he says right now is short on space. Construction on the new building began last week and numerous local professionals are employed in the project. Mace said he hopes to be in the new building, at 219 N. Main, “by Janurary or February.” Nashville Days was success despite rain By Shelly Sulser The First Annual Nash­ ville Days held in Nashville last weekend was successful despite poor weather con­ ditions, said Organizer Bob Harvey. “Being the first Nashville Days, I would say we had a pretty good crowd,” he said. Ten teams competed for first place in the co-ed soft­ ball tournament held at Riverfront Park and nearly 25 people participated in the muzzleloading shoot. The youngest competitor in the shoot was 14-year-old Nick Priddy who resides near Nashville. Nick won the first round of shooting, while his dad, Dennis, was the best shot in the second round. (The names of other winners were not available at press time.) Shoot Organizer Hank Felder, Jr., said he was pleased with the turnout, and is looking forward to next year’s second annual event. Felder noted that some local people contributed to the success of Nashville’s first muzzleloading shoot and encampment, including the Country Kettle Cafe who donated money; the Chamber of Commerce, who provided the portable Mace Pharmacy is construction a new building on Main Street in downtown Nashville which will be twice the size of the current facility. One injured in Friday accident A muzzleloader's encampment was part of Nashville Days Saturday. Shown here (from left) is Henry Felder, Sr. of Nashville, Rose May Mason of Gladwin and Pat Maloy. restrooms; Carl’s Super­ market and Bob Harvey for food, and Mayor John Hughes, who authorized the shoot to be held diagonally behind Nashville Hardware when complications arose at the gravel pit. Assistants at the shoot were Elmer Cheeseman, Jim Miller, Henry Felder, Sr. and Neil Johnson. The area Girl Scouts also hosted an arts and crafts show, face painting, and a homemade donut sale. Looking ahead to next year’s event, Harvey said he would like to see more organizations get involved, like local 4-H clubs, or the Boy Scouts, so they can make money. “I hope next year, more people and organizations get involved,” he said. He said that despite the rain, he was pleased with the turnout. These two cart collided on Main Street in Nashville Friday. By Shelly Sulser One person was slightly injured Friday when two cars collided on Main Street in Nashville. Della Gordenski, 62, of 7310 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nash­ ville sustained minor in­ juries when a car driven by Barbara Ann Bouwens, 32, of 10051 Bayne Rd., Nashville, hit the rear of her vehicle as she was preparing to turn left onto Brumm Rd., facing North on M-66. Bouwens reportedly said she did not see the brake lights or left blinker of the Gordenski car. Bouwens was also reported as saying she More photos found on page 10— was traveling at about 25 to 30 miles per hour, and thatt she tried to stop, but could not before impact. Mrs. Gordenski was taken to Pennock Hospital by the Nashville Ambulance where she was treated and released. A passenger, John Gordenski, was not hurt. Ruth Hughes and her junior girl scout troop sold out of their supply of fresh donuts at Saturday's event. �Th. Mopk. V«Mey New* N—licM*. Tmm4ot 1 X. ”•* — r°R* 2 Catholic priest who served locally passes away A priest »ho served ' h* CetteAr Church id Barry Coesty during the 19S0* and early tMtodad last *«** t> Grand Rapid* Reverend Monsignor Julian A Moteriri. 81. pe*ssd away Tuaaday. Sept 17, at *. Mary » HosptUd He was the par at) priest fur St Rnae sf lama Cethotoc Church ID Hasting* and St Cyril CMMbc Chwdi as NaabviHe far 11 years, serving from My at NM ta Jeer sf 1M1 Upon Ml arrival here ta IMS. toe established the mission churctoe* of St Ambrose id Deltas and 81. Augustine id Middleville Both churche* are now parwhe* In 1WU hr officiated at the Vermontville news by Ara Kreger CeaMag Event* • Tk»r»4ij, hept It Histories! potluck at 7 pm •t the Griswold Room Program later 'Food Fact* aad Fancie*" an life tot India by Mr* Saropni Saima Needsy. Bept. 3 - Mask toy The Last Chant" a choral group at both MettoodM Grekiam and Vermontville Chur die* Correction The Seaquicrntennial meeting that was ta meet last Tuesday at the Village Office wa» postponed aad totad this Monday Sept O, at 7 pm Mrs Amec* Cuney of Lanai ng. daughter of Mr and Mrs James Hadden of Gun Lake and grand­ daughter of Mr*. Irene Hadden and Mr* Hermina Southern passed away laat week after a lingering illnaas She had worked for the co op them eight year* a* an executive secretary for the Farm Bureau Service* ware held Thursday in Lansiag with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville followed by lunch in the Gnswoid Room for over SO relabve* and fnend* She is mrvtved by her husband Don. Kelly (41, bar parents and grand­ parent* anda host of friend* Mr*. Phyllis Nagle Rindiart. 5*. stepdaughter of Mr* Lata Nagle. passed away in a Lansiag hospital Service* were held a the Field* Funeral Home in Dimondale. Monday at 11 a.m with burial in Dimondale Survivors in­ clude her husband Lyle, daughter Dawn and sons Wayne Rinehart and Jerry Nagle and three grand­ children also Lets Nagle Fnend* of Rutsell Booher * will be happy to hear he was discharged from Pennock Hospital on Friday grounAireakini' ceremorue* fw the naw mission church of Oar Lady of Grant Oak in Lacey, part of the Delton par nib It wan during Msgr Moleaki** tenure, in 1952, that the Hasting*’ pariah purchased iU rectory from the Burton estate He also oversaw the planning mid ■tart of construction for the new St Rose of Lima School That facility, whidi was started in 1989 and finished shortly after his departure, contains three classrooms, a music room and principal'* office During hi* 11 year stay locally he celebrated both the Sth and »th anm versarie* of hi* ordination into priesthood, that event having taken place on Fab. *, IPS. From Barry County he was transferred to St. Francis DeSale* par oh in Holland. There be was named dean of the Hofland Deanery After that he served in other, smaller parishes before retiring nine year* ago. At that time he went to St. local Amway distributors unite to raise funds for athletic boosters Several Amway distributor* in the area have devised a plan to raise money for the Maple Valley Athletic Booster* The project is geared to helping support the athletic boosters by asking people to How can a multiple car family minimize insurance costs? No problem. Auto- Owner* give* families with two or more can a reduced insurance rate. That makes their exceptional auto coverage and claims service even more attractive. So if you're a multiple car family trying to minimize insurance costs—call your "no problem” Auto-Owners agent and find out how this discount can be "no problem” for you. Th& No Pro6&m AtftA' Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 171S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Paul the Apostle Church in Grand Rapids where he spent his ret irement years as an associate pastor He was a native of Grand Rapids, born Feb M. 1904. the son of Andrew and Anastasia Molesta He was the first of seven children Survivors indude three sister*, Phyllis and Louise Moleski, both of Grand Rapids, and Mrs Anne Bloom of Chicago, a brother. Joseph Moleski M.D.. a suter in-law. Claire Moleaki. and many niece*, nephews, grand-niece* and grand­ new phew* He wa* preceded in death by his brothers, Stanley L. Moleaki, M.D., and Leo T. Moleaki, M D Rosary was said Thir*d*y. Sept. 19. at St Paul the Apostle Church The funeral mas* wa* concelebrated Friday, with Bishop Joseph Bm ten beck as the principal celebrant Approximately 75 pnest* were in attendance at the funeral services, along with family, fnend* and other associate* Burial wa* in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Grand Rapids Teresa Jones purchase products that they already use everyday, said a spokesperson The distributors will sell their line of products and donate the difference bet­ ween the wholesale price and wtheeenretaeilw proiceesatoe pthreceloacnal athletic booster*. The public is invited to place orders for the Amway product* on the first and third Mondays of each month by calling one of the following three distributors: Pat Carmoney, 852-9806; Frankie Reid, 852-9238; and Diane Aeyboer, 852-1702. Products will be delivered on the following Friday. To allow the public to see all the products that are available, the Amway distributor* will have a display set up in the Maple Grove Township Hall from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. The will also have cost comparisons of name brand products available. A door prize will be awarded. "We have cosmetics, jewelry, vitamins, health foods, shampoos, deodorants,, cleaning products, laundry care products and much more,” said a distributor. For additional in­ formation, call Pat, Frankie or Diane. Rev. Msgr. Julion A. Moleski, the priest of the Catholic Church in Barry County during the 1950s and early 1960s, passed away last week. Class ass set o 31 remriM remr set of Reunion of Nashville Class of 1931 and friends, Sunday, Sept. 29 at Nashville Com­ munity Bldg. Potluck dinner at 1 p.m. Coffee furnished. 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday:: A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting.. 7 Him METHODIST COUKHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State. Nashville CHURCH A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N Main, Vermontville a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School.. 10 a.m. Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. a.m. a.m. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. pm Evening Service .. 7 p.m. p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: Bible Study .......... 8 p.m. AW ANA...... 7:00 p.m. p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. J Z Z 4 REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE HUAREHE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE Him METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.mWednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.mWorship................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillip* St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. P.M. Service.......7 p.m. SSat. MMass 9:3 6 300 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT 203 N. State, Nashville Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL Assistant... Don Roscoe Z ♦ Z 4 Z * Suzy did It, the sneaky little mouse. Along with Cathy, who gave her a hand, with some help from my wife, sweet Karen » 4 4 4 Annel 4 I thank them all for their sympahty, but It's two more years’til I'm flftyl Suzy thinks that she got even with me, but I’m way ahead and always will be I » J J » » 4 » I love you all there Is no doubt; just watch your step, ♦ Z 4 4 J 4 | 4 ★★★★★★★★★★★★*★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★* 110 S. Main, Vermontville MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM PASTOR MARVIN POTTER •: My friends were nice to think of me, to have me over for a birthday party. We got together at Corkwell’s house, 8593 Cloverdale Road P.M. Service.......7 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. I may be cute, and I may be aplf fy. I am a year older, but I’m still not fifty I FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School.. 10 a.m. Au.Mn.a Sy erc vicoeo... 11 THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. 50? 50! MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ('/• mile East of M-46, 5 mllo* south of NashvlH*} BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA For those of you who are under forty-two, that think I look much younger than youl AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRIHITY GOSPEL CHURCH Maple Valley Athletic Boaster* SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV.WM. S. TRUMP. JR. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School.. 10 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Thursday Night: Bible Study .... 7 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHUNITED METHODIST CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR South Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service... 9 a.m. REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 3 Maple Valley School Report National Bus Safety Week Open house set for Lauries' 25th anniversary — The friends and relatives of Marvin and Judy Laurie are invited to share in celebrating the 25th wedding anniversary of the couple. An open house will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29, from 2-5 p.m. at the Maple Grove Community Building located at 721 Durkee St., Nashville (next to Wheeler's Marine). The event will be hosted by their children and grandchildren. The couple requests no gifts. Lions District Governor installs local officers The Nashville Lions Club had their monthly dinner meeting Sept. 16 and the guests of honor were District Governor Wendell BeuSchel and his wife Dorothy. Governor Beuschel spoke on the meaning of Lionism and the service to the community. By joining together as a club, Lions can do more for its own com­ munity. Lions clubs have always been active in sight and hearing disabilities, but now have added drug and alcohol awareness programs Phone 945-9554 for Action-Ads and diabetes. Drug and alcohol awareness kits will be, available. In the field of diabetes Lions are active in education and research. Beuschel inducted new member Herbert Frith into the club. He also installed the new officers of the club: President John Long; First Vice President Blair Hawblitz; Second Vice President Orvin Moore; Secretary Nelson Brumm; Treasurer James Jones; Tailtwister Jud Cooley; Lion Tamer Harold Christiansen; and directors Jack Schreiner, Lynn Wagner, Karl Pufpaff, and Maurice Purchis. STOP! Look! keep are Kids Alive! organizations. A special meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education will be held at Maplewood Elementary School, Monday, Sept. 30th beginning at 7 p.m. This is a general workshop type of meeting to discuss various areas of school operation, and the meeting is not set up for board action on the various areas which might be discussed at the meeting. The annual sixth grade camping porgram will be held at the Yankee Springs Recreation Area Oct. 1 thru 4th. This camping program provides a valuable ex­ perience for the sixth grade students taking part. The general science areas in­ clude biology, geology, and conservation as well as an appreciation of the out of doors. The program provides an opportunity for the student to practice responsible group living habits, democratic citizenship, planning, and accepting camp respon­ sibilities. The camp in­ structional program also includes arts and crafts, special program, and recreation. Are you a teen-age parent not wanting to return to day school? 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Main Street Vermontville Phone 726-0330 stop when the bus is stopped to load or unload students, and the flasher lights on the bus are flashing. This also applies within the village limits. This past school year the Maple Valley vehicles transporting students traveled a total of 254,000 miles as reported to the State Department of Education. This included 161,887 regular route miles, 56,072 special education route miles, 26,890 vocational route miles, and 9,151 extra trip miles. Special education routes included trips to Eaton Rapids, Charlotte, and Lansing, the vocational mileage included twice a day trips to Lansing transporting students to cosmetology and vocational classes through Eaton Intermediate in Charlotte plus vocational classes at Lansing Com­ munity College which are provided also through Eaton Intermediate School District. The extra trip miles included athletic trips, band trips, and field trips which were funded by various •91 Day Account *6 Month Account *One Year Account •18 Month Account *30 Month Account •3,/i Year Account •5 Year Account ^Regular Passbook Account • IRA Variable Rate Account *IRA Fixed Rate Account •N.O.W. Account *Super N.O.W. Account •Christmas Club Account *MMDA Account Full Family Service g Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff National School Bus Safety Week is September 22-28, 1985. Philip O'Leary, Director of School Management Services Department of Education, has stated that an estimated 975,000 children are taken to school and home daily in Michigan by approximately 13,500 school buses traveling annually more than 130 million miles. Michigan citizens can take pride in the monumental task performed daily by drivers of school busses, but it is evident that only through the total efforts of the driving public and our pupil transportation management teams can traffic hazards be reduced and the safety of children be assured. In general the Maple Valley school bus drivers have experienced good cooperation in respect to vehicles stopping when the bus is loading or unloading students. It is a state law that vehicles meeting or following a school bus must Jzl �Th* Maple Volley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 4 Memories °F the pas Reliving 'Golden Rule Days' “I have had playmates, I have had companions, In the days of childhood, in my joyful schooldays All, all are gone, the old familiar faces.” So wrote English author Charles Lamb in 1798. The reopening of school each new season brings back to most many adults happy memories of earlier autumns, thoughts of youth­ ful chums, the Golden Rule and days of ‘‘reading, ‘riting and ‘rithmetic.” In the Nashville com­ munity of that earlier era, rural one- or-two-room schools played an important role in the educational system. Commencing circa1850, when the earliest private schools were established in area homes, until a century later when most rural public school consolidation was complete, country schools fulfilled a vital service providing rural youngsters with eight years of primary education before sending them into town to compete high school. For many farm children the years of country schooling comprised, their total education prior to the days of compulsory attendnce to age 16. In the mid-1930s in Nash­ ville and other communities throughout the region, consolidation was a hot topic. “People residing in nearby school districts seem to be much interested in the proposed consolidation of the village and rural school districts,” observed The Nashville News in May 1936. “Petitions have been signed by a majority of the voters in six of the eleven districts.” Things were not always so harmonious as the item indicates. Friends and neighbors often did not see eye-to-eye on the subject. Consolidation was a controversial issue for a number of years, but eventually all districts voted to relinquish their independent status and send their students into the village for elementary as well as high school education. „ In 1938 the Nashville-W. K. Kellogg School (so named after the 1936 Kellogg ad- dition greatly expanded the old 1902 schoolhouse) had a total enrollment of 360. Of that number, 137 were enrolled in high school and 223 in the grades. For this week’s Memories we have selected two photos from that schoolyear, one showing the combined second and third grades in the “town school” and the other, the entire student body at Barryville country school, located about four miles west ofNashville on M­ 79. (The old schoolhouse is now a private residence). In these instances, most of the “old familiar faces” seen in the photos are not “all, all gone,” as author Lamb The Golden Rule Days of 'reading, 'riting, and ’rithmetic". lamented. Several are still local residents, seen daily about town, and known to many of our readers. See how many you can identify. School consolidation was a controversial topic in the 1930s in many communities, and Nashville was no exception. One of the eleven rural districts in the surrounding countryside was the Barryville school, located four miles west of town. Seen here are its students in 1938-39. First row, from left: Gertrude Tobias, Harley Eaton, Gerald Tobias, Stuart Day, Wen­ dell Day, Sally Eaton. Middle row, from left: Lois Fassett, Myron Higdon, Keith Eaton, DeVon Wilson, Eva Eaton, Vernard McClelland. Back row, from left: Julia Eaton, Earl Eaton, teacher Miss Myrtle Wilson, Jean Irland, Eloise Day and Doris Higdon. 5’ fares will help celebrate EATRANS anniversary Eaton County’s public transit program, EATRAN, celebrates its fifth an­ niversary on Sept. 27 with special five cent fares for all rides. The service, which opened it’s bus routes in September of 1980, serves all of Eaton County on a demand­ response basis in addition to offering line-haul service in the metropolitan area of the County. In EATRAN’s five years of operation, 6,000 riders have been provided. The program operates dial-a-ride transit service within Delta Township, Charlotte, Grand Ledge and Eaton Rapids. It provides inter-city transit service, a rural demandresponsive service, medical trips into Lansing for elderly and handicapped riders, commuter service in Lan­ sing and connects with the Lansing area (CATA) system to provide a regional transportation network. Twenty percent of EATRAN’s ridership is over the age of sixty years and another twenty percent is handicapped. Over the five years of operation the number of EATRAN’s student age (5-18 years) riders have increased. Eaton County Transportation Authority was formed in 1980 by an Inter­ local Agreement between the County of Eaton, Delta Township and the Cities of Charlotte, Olivet, Eaton Rapids, and Grand Ledge. Each governmental unit appoints representatives to the authority’s board of directors. Current directors include, Jim Stephens, chairperson, Lynda Trinklein, vice-chair, Howard Penrod, treasurer and Marietta White, Eleanor Balaam, Jeralyn Lowe, Dorothy Carpenter and Dick Mann. A local advisory council chaired by Patricia Lavolette, reviews service routes and ridership need on a monthly basis. The Council advises the board and ad- ministration on local tran­ sportation need. Four EATRAN employees have been with the service since September 1980. They include: Administrative Assistant Marguerite Johnson and drivers Ray Lowe, Lee Wendel and Frank Wapiennik. In the five years that EATRAN has provided local transportation service several independent tran­ sportation program have been coordinated into the county-wide system. Last chance to enroll in the fall Adult Education term This is the last week to enroll in the Maple Valley­ Lakewood Adult Education classes. The fall term began Sept. 9 and will run until Nov. 7. If you are interested in working toward your high school diploma or brushing up on your skills now is the time to begin again, You may enroll by calling the Community Education Office in the high school at 852-9275. Office hours are from 1 to 9:45 p.m. Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER When school opened in Nashville for the 1938-39 school year, there were 223 grade school students and 137 enrolled in high school. Among the elementary classes were those combined 2nd and 3rd grades taught by Miss Evelyn Rensberry. From left, front row are: Richard Paulson, Norval Fisher, Alisha Loh/ Joyce Frisbie, Melva Garvey, Marguerite Burchett, Doreen Guy, Wilma Edwards, Pasquel Rodriguez, and unidentified lad. Middle row, from left: Kenneth Belson, Richard Dalhouser, Philipe Rodriguez, Robert Jones, Earl Furlong, John Decker, Alton Knoll, James Bennett. Back row, from left: Jack DeFoe, Clifton Pufpaff, Eugene Summers, James Larson, Kendal Wilcox, teacher Miss Rensberry, Carl Howell, Lyle Belson^ Kenneth Roe and Stanley Wise. Available in Nashville at. Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 5 Educational programs strengths and weaknesses studied at M.V.School “ “ J®** ?r'le M ui Wflksfc wcetoenrollinilie ^kotionlem ■ id > stWtyoitto Ih^e Vikj- |«jnihi I EUl alitasz y®®83lj^i Mzia! littnnijis t!lir.tl OfeiiiWB Md a Sffitfcb t ImlbHji w . .Note: The following report was compiled on April 10, 1985, by a team of educators from neighboring districts, the Eaton Intermediate School District and the Michigan Department of Education who visited the Maple Valley School District to conduct a review of the current educational program. . .Hie team consisted of Chris McGregor, Eaton Intermediate School District Information Specialist; Rick Kent, Curriculum Director for the Charlotte Schools; Marcia Boznango, Elementary Principal in the Okemos School District; Nancy Mincemoyer, Gifted and Talented Specialist Michigan Department of Education and Lee Gerard, Team Chairperson, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Personnel for the Okemos Schools. . .The findings and recommendations which appear in this report by the visiting team have been based on interviews with school district ad­ ministrators, teachers, support staff and parents as well as brief classroom observations. ..The findings and recommendations represent the opinion of the visiting team as a whole. The Maple Valley School District Educational Program Review begins by reporting general observations made by the visiting team. According to the report, the visitation team was “continually impressed with staff member dedication to teaching their students.” This was evidenced, said the report, by the large number of extracurricular activities sponsored by staff members teaching six periods per day. “This is highly unusual and commendable,” states the team’s report. The compiled review also states that between class periods, staff members were frequently found to be in discussion with individual students. Administrators, superintendent and prin­ cipals alike were quick to Kilin 5# INNEI i#« 'ill*1 give credit to staff members support for resources needed physics and chemistry. The review by the team dination, and elementary for their dedication to by teachers. Buildings “This makes it difficult for specialists are nonexistent. also reports that principals students and to the school (administrators) do not students to schedule. This “The elementary library is currently call and arrange district, the report said. know bow much money thay may be an unavoidable not open every day and the for substitute teachers, Continuing, the review have to spend on a yearly situation but an additional number of books is resulting in duplicate calls to observed that a number of basis for supplies and counselor to serve the junior­ inadequate,” the team said, the same substitutes, which Maple Valley students are materials. senior high school would be and, “the high school library takes time and energy away successful due to their own — “High school graduates able to work with students in has a study hall that meets from their building duties. efforts combined with the have not been surveyed to planning their yearly for an hour and a half each It also says the secondary dedication of their parents determine how they view program which could reduce day which makes the high school handles schedules for and teachers. Listing some their program regarding the difficulty in scheduling school librarian unavailable all students, which is a recent examples of success, preparation for their life for students.” to students and staff “time-consuming and the report noted the Youth after school high In other observances, the members during this time. inefficient process.” Talent Winners, a Maple graduation.” team noticed a lack of Valley student who was Concerning staffing, the support personnel in the accepted to the Air Force team noted that many district. Special education District officials visit Nashville Ladies Auxiliary Academy and that three of teachers are teaching out of coordination is done by a Eighth District President president. From the the six Eaton County their major or minor areas, person who does not have a Gayle Scott and Eighth auxiliary Virginia Fox students accepted to a and have a significant background in that area and District Sr. Vice Betty presented her with a summer Institute for gifted number of preparations. “In counseling services are Smedden visited Nashville decorated straw hat to hang and talented were from some cases, persons acting minimal at the junior-senior Auxiliary 8260 for the pur­ on her wall. President Maple Valley Schools. There in a specialist position have high and nonexistent at the pose of inspection. Victoria Banks presented was also a Maple Valley no training for this position.” elementary levels. Gayle gave the auxiliary a both district officers with student accepted to the In addition, some adThe team’s report states very good report. corsages and a couple small United States Military vanced classes at the high that there is no person A luncheon was held after gifts to the district president. Academy. school have to be offered assigned the responsibility There were 19 members at “Opportunities for success every other year such as for k-12 curriculum coor- the meeting and gifts were presented to the district the meeting. need to be expanded to more students in the district,” stated the report. It also related the ob­ servation that ad­ ministrators exhibited a great concern regarding the need to improve the educational program throughout the district; and that the secondary school building is a "very at­ tractive, well-maintained, functional facility,” con­ cluded the general ob­ servations of the visiting team. The report then goes on to list areas where the Maple Valley Schools need to im­ prove: It states that school district and building philosophy-goal statements, both long and short range, have not been developed; that the district does not have an approved district­ wide curriculum with goals and objectives, and there is no planned use of testing results to improve curriculum or to look at the needs of individual students. It says that the use of the Stanford Achievement Test is inconsistent among the elementary buildings. In addition, the report says there is no plan in existence for the replacement of textbooks. The best thing about being a landlord is collecting rent on time. “Many books are old and The worst thing about being a landlord is collecting your renters' very out of date and in many problems. So its nice to know that when a problem does arise, you have classes each student does not have a book,” observed the Auto-Owners Rental Dwelling Insurance. And that’s no problem. team. All textbook adoptions Because Auto-Owners writes its own rental policies, they can offer you in a given subject area are broader coverage than most. In fact, you can receive nearly the same not necessarily the same, it protection that you have on your own home. You can even buy says. replacement cost coverage if you qualify. Other areas also were targeted for improvement in So see your “no problem*’ Auto-Owners agent and find out how he can the report which included the protect your rental dwelling property;..so all you have to think about is following observations: the rent. — “There are no options available for junior high school students other than band and developmental reading. Each junior high student has one period of study hall which is of questionable value at that age. Junior high students would profit more by having some elective classes to choose from in such areas as industrial arts, home economics, computers, etc. — “There is minimal The last thing a landlord needs now is a problem with his insurance. Back-to-School Styles! ALL $££OO HAIRCUTS................. Includes shampoo and blow dry. SHAMPOO John Warren, Thelma Christopher (seated), Bev Warren, Betty Pierce and Mary Hecker. « COO The Hecker Agency "The Mirrors image" M!M>ob2 iiuaae.. Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car Hair-Stylist for Men, Women & Children 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE 111N. Main, Nashville 852*9192 OPEN: MONDAY THRU SATURDAY — WILL BE CLOSED SAT., SEPT. 21 — Phone (517) 852 9680 ®____ ~TkM ProWt/mPgjopfer �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 24, 1985 — Page 6 Fuller School to get new playground equipment By next week, new playground equipment is expected to be arriving at Fidler Street Elementary School, thanks to the Nash­ ville Parent-Teacher Organization. The local PTO has held numerous fund raisers, including soap sales, sales of Christmas decorations and carnivals to pay for the $5,200 playground set. “We’ve worked hard the past couple of years to get it,” said PTO Vice-President Laurie Kipp. The new wood playground structure will replace some old playground equipment that had been removed because it became old and unsafe. The rest of the equipment will remain. Kipp noted the new equipment will be shipped from Washington this week, and will begin to be installed next week. Kipp said the equipment will be professionally installed at a cost of $1,600 by a company, known as IBC International from Detroit. “This type of equipment seemed to have a lot of play value,” said Kipp. “It promotes the use of motor skills, enhances coordination which carries over into handwriting and other things, and a lot of kids will Oiono / UEnSHKMOKSRSwMrc be able to use it.” One last fundraiser for the Fall Funshine Day for Girl Scouts planned Girl Scout troops in Nash­ ville are off to a busy start this fall. Junior troop 744 spent the weekend of Sept. 14 at Girl Scout camp. The girls and adults had a busy weekend hiking, cooking and meeting some badge requirements. As October draws near several special events will be available for the scouts. On Saturdy, Oct. 12, the girls will be able' to go to the Girl Scout camp for a “Fall Funshine Day” - hiking, arts and crafts, games and songs. The scouts need to take a white handkerchief and a sack lunch. The bus will leave from the Baptist Church parking lot at 8:30 a.m. and return around 3 p.m. A permission slip and $1 are to be given to the trooop leader the week before as the Saturday event will take the place of the weekly meeting. The following week, Oct. 15, the Brownies will hold a group Investiture. This is a scout ceremony welcoming the girls into scouting. The Investiture will be at the United Methodist Church from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The ceremony will take the place of weekly Brownie meetings for the Brownie troops that week. Family roller skating is planned at the Thornapple Rink for Brownies, Oct. 21; Juniors, Oct. 22 from 6:30­ 8:30 p.m. A skating party for the Cadette and Seniors will be announced by the leaders. A combined Halloween party for the Brownies will rond out the busy month. The first, second, third grade Brownie troops will meet the Tuesday before Halloween, Oct. 29, after school. Games, songs and treats will keep the scouts active! “beauty go to your “head ”, you Let your deserve it... at the ... VILLAGE HAIR PORT We know how beautiful you are... 470 E. Main Vermontville Phone 726-0257 or 726-0623 Call for your appointment today! Sign up to learn a new skill or hobby The Maple ValleyLakew ood Community Education enrichment classes will begin Monday, Sept. 30. The upholstery class will be held on Monday evenings at the high school and will be taught by Paul Cooper of Nashville. If you would like to make your old furniture look like new come join this class. There is still room in the class for a few more people. Needlepunching will be taught on Monday evenings by Carol Dishong. The Karate classes will be held on Tuesdays at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville. The Jr. Karate class is open to boys and girls, Kindergarten through eighth grade. It will be held from 6-7 p.m. The Nashville VFW attends District Rally in Holland A group from the Nashville VFW Post 8260 recently attended the 8th District Rally, held in Holland, Mi. Those attending included Post Commander William Nichols and wife Betty, auxiliary chaplin; Auxiliary President Victoria Banks; Sr. Vice President Alberta Lewis; Historian Alice King; Color Bearer Joanne Rice and husband Ernest Rice; and Post Quartermaster Al Coleman. Post 8260 of Nashville was saluted for its 39th birthday on Sept. 10. TEEN DANCE 1 nt ...ant... ■ J£ CARPENTER’S DEN 177 South Main, Vermontville, Michigan Teens and Chaperones Only (Ages 12 thru ts> Saturday, Sept. 28*7-11:30 PM Bar Will be Closed During Those Hours DJ ★ Admission *2.00 CONCESSION • VIDEO GAMES FREE POOL • GOOD TIMES For more information call... installation of the new structure, which includes a 726-1043 i Open Karate class will follow from 7-9 p.m. This class is open to anyone seven years or older. A series of classes on finances will ~ also be held Tuesday evenings beginning Oct. 1. If you would like further information or to enroll, call 852-7275. This Is the current playground at Fuller School in Nashville, where new equipment will be installed next week. Gymnasium., Some of the projects the PTO financed last year in­ cluded the Binder Park Zoo­ Mobile visit, playground equipment for Kellogg and Fuller; a donation of $2 per student to each classroom teacher to buy arts and craft materials and-or weekly readers, science and social study kits for Kellogg and $25 for the entry fee for a spell down for fifth graders. This year’s fund raiser plans include the October 7. sale, duo portraits, and a carnival. slide, a tunnel, ladder and monkey bars, will take place October 7 when Christmas ornaments will be sold. In other PTO news, President Donna Garvey announced the date for the fall open house to “Meet the Teachers’’ at Fuller and Kellogg schools. The event will take place on September 26 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Parents will be able to meet their children’s teachers and see their classrooms at this time. Following the open house, there will be a short PTO meeting in the Fuller Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller Street Monday, Sept. 30 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Celery and Carrots, Pears, Peanut Butter, Sandwich. Tuesday, Oct. 1 Mini Subs, Lettuce and Cheese, Green Beans, Peaches, Cookie. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Pizza, Peas, Applesauce. Thursday, Oct. 3 Reg. Hotdogs or Taco Dogs, Potato Chips, Baked Beans, Cherry Sauce. Friday, Oct. 4 Fish, Tarter Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit Choice, Butter Sandwich, Monthly October Birthday Cake. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. Monday, Sept. 30 Tostizza, Peas, Applesauce. Tuesday, Oct. 1 Fishwich, Tarter Sauce, Cole Slaw, Peaches. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Sloppy Jo’s, Grean Beans, Pears, Cookie. Thursday, Oct. 3 Hot Ham and Cheese, Sweet Potatoes, Mixed Fruit. Friday, Oct. 4 Pizza, Peas, Apple. Note: Mile is served with all lunches. Choice of 2 veg.’s and 2 fruits will be offered daily. Maplewood School Monday, Sept. 30 Raviolios, Bread and Butter, Green Beans, Peaches. Tuesday, Oct. 1 Pizza, Com, Cookie, Fresh Fruit. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Tomato Soup, Crackers, Toasted Cheese Sandwich, Celery-Carrots, Apple Cobbler. Thursday, Oct. 3 Taco’s, Lettuce-Cheese, Fruit Jello, Peas, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Friday, Oct. 4 Fish on Boat, Potato Sticks, Peas, Pickles, Pears. dMAPLE VALLEY .. Z A . \ Real Estate , I 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMERWINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan IOAN & HOMER WIHEGAR GEORGE WILLIAMS......... Mies Mies associate associate REALTOR' (Evenings) 726-0223 852-9833 NEW LISTING!! SUPER VALUE. INSTANT EQUITY • PRICE RE DUCED TO SELL NOW!! Large, 3 bedroom ranch with 2'/i car garage, fireplace in basement, overlooking valley, one acre with more property possible. 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Call George for New Build informoti * �The Mopl« Valloy N«w«, Nathvilk, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 7 Video Showcase opens store in downtown Nashville recently By Shelly Sulser “Terms of Endearment”, been good, and he expects to Video Showcase, a new “Falcon and the Snowman”, do still more business when store recently opened in “Gandi”, “The Lady in Red” the cold weather starts to set Nashville, has a selection of and “Raiders of the Lost in. over 170 VHS movies to Ark”. “I think people watch TV choose from, as well as VCR The store, formerly more in the winter,” noted rental and blank tapes. located at Mater Rapid Oil Peterson, who also added Owned by Kirt Peterson of and Tire, is open from 2 to 8 that he gets many of the Nashville, Video Showcase is p.m. Monday through Friday newly released movies in located at 309 N. Main Street and from 10 ajn. to 8 p.m. on stock each week. Video games are also in Nashville, and features Saturdays. exercise tapes, music videos Peterson, originally from located inside the video and comedians like Eddie Hastings, said business has store. Murphy and Richard Pryor, as well as the wide variety of old movie favorites and new releases. Fall Harvest Contest is Oct. 1 Some of the movie favorites include “Mad There will be something Harvest Contest sponsored Max”, “Police Academy”, for everyone from age two to by the Eaton County 4-H “Splash”, “Teachers”, *102 at the fourth annual Fall Council. The contest is open to everyone and' will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at the 4-H 4-Her's plan annual Buyers Building on the Fairgrounds in Charlotte. All entries must Appreciation Banquet Sept. 28 be registered between 6:30 The 1985 Eaton County 4-H ported the 4-H and FFA and 7 p.m., with judging Junior Livestock Association members by purchasing live beginning at 7 p.m. Ribbons, “Buyers” Appreciation and carcass animals at the cash awards and prizes Banquet” will be held on Eaton County 4-H Fair. donated by Eaton County Kirt Peterson, owner of Video Showcase in Nashville, has over Saturday, Sept. 28 at the 4-H Livestock award donators businesses will be presented. 170 movies available for rental. Building on the Charlotte will also be recognized in the There are twenty-two program. fairgrounds. classes, ranging from the For more information on heaviest pumpkin to the A reception begins at 7 p.m., followed by dinner at the banquet or the 4-H most creative carved or Faction-ads For ACTION-ADS Call 945-9554 livestock program, contact painted vegetable, to a FOR SALE: sofa sleeper, 7:30 p.m. The annual buyer’s Nancy D. Thelen, Eaton scarecrow class. good condition, tan and banquet is designed to honor County 4-H Youth Agent at In addition to all the en­ brown stripe. Wallace and thank all the businesses 543-2310 or 372-5594. tries on display, participants Graham. 517-852-9767. and individuals who supand the public can ask questions about 4-H pick up CLEANING: tired of it or BASKET WEAVING SUPPLIES & CLASSES For reasonable, the latest in horticulture unable? information from the experienced help, phone 726­ □ Beg. Crochet Class. p»rc/M«$400 Cooperative Extension 1039 Vermontville after 6 EATON COUNTY p.m. Monday through Service. Oct. 8,15,22,7-9 P.M. Learn Granny SquarA complete list of classes Friday. (10-15). FARM AND HOME CALENDAR er and how to read a pattern. Lesson by FOR SALE: lovely, home in and general rules is Parlene Hughes. available from the Eaton Nashville, 3 bedrooms (one Located Inside Mirror’s Image, 111 Main St., Nashville County Cooperative Ex- on main floor) 1% baths, lots Tuesday, Sept. 24-7:30 p.m. Post-Fair and Non-Livestock 4­ of windows and 13x15 screen HOURS 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday tension Service, 126 N. H project planning meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday Bostwick Street, Charlotte, room. Priced to sell. Call 852­ fairgrounds. 9510. (9-24). Saturday, Sept. 28 - 7:30 p.m. Jr. Livestock “Buyer’s Ap­ phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. preciation Banquet”, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 1 - 9:30 a.m. MAEH Council, Farm Bureau Apple drying Office Basement. demonstration at Tuesday, Oct. 1-7 p.m. Fall Harvest Contest, 4-H Building, Charlotte fairgrounds. Country Mill Thursday, Oct. 3 - 6:30 p.m. Greek Extravaganza, Kardel Two apple drying Hall, reservations required, $4 person.' For further in­ demonstrations conducted formation call 543-2310 or 372-5594. by Mona Ellard, Extension Saturday, Oct. 5 -10-12 Shooting Sports - Firearms, Bellevue home economist, will be held Conservation Club. 1-3 Archery, Charlotte Fairgrounds. on Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Oct. 7-12 - NATIONAL 4-H WEEK. Country Mill, 4648 Otto Road, Monday, Oct. 7 - 8:00 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, North of Charlotte, at 1 p.m. Charlotte Fairgrounds. and 3 p.m. Free taste testing Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Dairy Banquet, 4-H Building, and recipes will be given Charlotte Fairgrounds. •away. Tuesday, Oct. 8-9:30 a.m. MAEH Lesson Day “Pressures The apple drying On Children, How Can We Help”, First Baptist Church, demonstrations will coincide Charlotte. Call 543-2310 or 372-5594 to sign up. -with the . Apple Dessert Tuesday, Oct. 8-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Bakeoff, scheduled for Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Charlotte. earlier in the day. Stop by Thursday, Oct. 10 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, the Country Mill and enjoy Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Michigan’s fall apple crop. Thursday, Oct. 10-7:30 p.m. Eaton Teen Club, 4-H Building Auditorium Fairgrounds. Saturday, Oct. 12 - Apple Drying Demonstrations, Country Mill 1 & 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 - 6:30-9:30p.m. 4-HFamily Roller Skating Night, Adams Skating Center, Charlotte. Wednesday, Oct. 23 - 7-9 p.m. Holiday Crafts & Trim Program. Advance registration required. Monday, Oct. 28 - 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. MAEH Fall Tour to To EnrollCallI QCO QQT<F OCM Office Hours 1 to 9 p.m. onday through Thursday Grand Rapids. Meet at Eaton County Fairgrounds. Advance registration required. INSTRUCTOR COST LENGTH LOCATION DATE TIME CLASS The Craft Nook J Hw'i ■feMkldfr fMkldf J !?*. *^® ■* ■*« ®W8|| |... H| MBll^ SI-IKtJ'’’ URl^V Maple Valley Community Education ★ ENRICHMENT CLASSES ★ 1 q 309 North Main Street, Nashville STOP IN AND PLAY MOON PATROL Monday and Tuesday TAPE RENTAL. . ?30° Wednesday thru Saturday TAPE RENTAL j conn 9c3nScOn — VCR Rental Available — MEAN SEASON • DUNE KILLING FIELDS • RUNAWAY - VIDEO ACCESSORIES - Over 170 Titles to Choose From ! School Hours: Monday-Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-8 p.m. Phone 852-1948 ■ > i ' i I MONDAY Upholstery Needlepunching* Basic Cake Dec. Stenciling* Impact of Color 7:00-9:00p.m.Sept. 30$15.006 $7.503 7:00-9:00p.m.Sept. 30 6:30-9:30p.m.Sept. 30 $15.00 4 $5.002 7:00-9:00p.m.Oct. 21 $10.004 7:00-9:00p.m. Nov. 4 TUESDAY Jr. Karate Open Karate Money Management Tax Planning Retirement Plans Candlewicklng* Floral Arranging* Adv. First Aid & CPR 6:00-7:00p.m.Oct. 1 7:00-9:00p.m.Oct. 1 7:00-9:00p.m.Oct. 8 7:00-9:00p.m.Oct. 8 7:00-9:00p.m.Oct. 15 7:00-9:00p.m.Oct. 15 7:00-9:00p.m.Nov-12 6:30-9:30p.m.Oct. 1 $10.00 8 $20.00 8 $2.501 $2.501 $2.501 $7.503 $12.505 N/C 8 Cooper wks.MVHS Dishong wks.MVHS wks.Vermontville Goodenough Dishong wks.MVHS Colwell wks.MVHS wks. Maplewood wks. Maplewood MVHS wk. MVHS wk. MVHS wk. wks.MVHS wks.MVHS wks.MVHS OSKA OSKA Waddell & Reed Waddell & Reed Waddell & Reed Gorman DePriest Oster •Materials are extra. STOP SMOKING CLINIC Thursday, Nov. 7, 6:00 p.m., MVHS WEIGHT CONTROL CLINIC Thursday, November 7, 8:30 p.m., $30.00 MVH $30.00 �Th* Mapl* Valley New», Nashville. Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 8 Lions squeak past Bellevue 6-0; remain unbeaten in SMAA league Maple Valley might not possess the most proficient of offenses, but with the way the tenacious Lion defense has been playing nobody seems to notice. For the second straight week the stingy Lion defense came up with a shutout as Maple Valley dismissed Bellevue in the battle for the Little Brown Jug last Friday, 6-0. The win comes on the heels of last week’s 19­ 0 blanking of Olivet. The win leaves Maple Valley and St. Philip tied atop SMAA standings with 2- sports 0 marks. The Tigers ran past previously unbeaten Pain­ field 22-0 on Saturday. Brimson is the league’s other unbeaten at 1-0. Bellevue drops to 0-3 with the loss. Mike Smith raced 24 yards for a touchdown with 6:21 left in the first quarter and the Lion defense, which limited Bellevue to 65 total Tim Higdon, Maple Valley running back, lets a pass slide off his hands. yards and only 5 first downs, made the score stand up for the win. Smith’s run, set up by a fine block by Mike Siple, climaxed a 60-yard, 9-play drive. Matt McClelland added a key 22-yard run during the drive. Lion coach Guenther Middelstaedt said he isn’t particular how his team manages wins. “The thing that makes me happy is that we’re 2-0 in the league,” said the first-year Lion coach. “We have a lot of things to work on and we realize we’ll need a good game against Springfield (this Friday).” The sizzling Lion defense sacked Bellevue quar­ terbacks seven times and tackled Bronco ballcarriers behind the lines on another three occasions. All of Bellevue’s 65 total yards came on the ground. “To tell you the truth I think was only our second best (defensive) game of the season,” admitted Middelstaedt. “We were better against Olivet, but we still had a good day. We were strong.” Jim Fuller and Scott Villanueva each had 2 sacks to lead Maple Valley. The pair were also the leading tacklers with 18 and 13 each. Mike Siple, Marty Smith, and Matt Coleman finished with 7 tackles each. Only once did Bellevue venture into Lion territory when the Broncos drove to the hosts 10-yard line with five minutes to go. But the Lion defense stiffened and Bellevue eventually lost the ball on downs. Offensively, the Lions, as they have in each of their trio of games, haven’texactiy set the field ablaze. The Lions had 11 first downs, 234 rushing yards and 35 passing The Lions' Matt Coleman (59) Is pushed out of the way before he can block a Bellevue punt. Maple Valley's George Steinbrecher (28) is pulled down from behind in the Lions' 6-0 win over Bellevue. yards. McClelland finished with 66 yards on 11 carries while Matt Owen finished with 42 yards on 9 carries. Mittelataedt said the of­ fense must show a bit of improvement if the team is to seriously threaten for the SMAA title. “Actually we stopped ourselves more than anything,” said Mittelstaedt. “We’d have a key penalty or we’d miss an open receiver.” B.I.E. Standings and results 4th-5th Vermontville................... 3-0 Hastings........................... 2-0 Saranac........................... 2-1 Nashville.......................... 1-1 Sunfield ........................... 1-2 Lake Odessa.................... 0-2 Woodland......................... 0-3 Results - Vermontville 8, Saranac 6; Nashville 12, Woodland6; Sunfield?, Lake Odessa 6. 6th Nashville......................... 2-0 Lake Odessa.................... 2-0 Hastings........................... 2-0 Woodland.......................... 1-2 Saranac ........................... 1-2 Vermontville ................... 1-2 Sunfield ........................... 0-3 Results - Vermontville 36, Saranac 0; Nashville 8, Woodland 0; Lake Odessa 52, Sunfield 0. 7th-8th Saranac...... ................. 3-0 Hastings...... ................. 2-0 Nashville.... ............... 2-0 Lake Odessa ................ 2-0 Vermontvill ................. 0-3 Sunfield ...... ................. 0-3 Woodland.... ................ o-3 Results Saranac 20, Vermontville 6; Nashville 32, Woodland 0; Lake Odessa 42, Sunfield 20. Schedule Vermontville at Hastings; Woodland at Lake Odessa; Nashville at Sun­ field. Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods, Inc. — IS HAVING A — Gigantic WALLPAPER • All Style-Tex Books • All Lennon Books • All Studio 128 Books ■>1V1OFF — SALE ENDS NOVEMBER 2, 1985 — ASHVILLE a SPORTING ) HARDWARE 55a ci°cDS ? 105 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE, Ml 852-0713 �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 9 Maple Valley Lions Golf team loses to St. Philip The Maple Valley golf team had a very exciting week on the links this past week. The first match ended up in defeat 178-179 to first place Battle Creek St. Philip. The score of 179 was the poorest score Maple Valley has shot at Mulberry Fore in three years and the first SMAA home loss ever. The scores for M.V. were Brock DeGroot 43; Scot Lenz 43; Lloyd Cooper 44; and Rob Norton 49. In the next match the Lion J.V. cage team beat Pennfield, Middleville It was a very exciting game Wednesday night when the Maple Valley J.V. ladies beat Pennfield 43-40. Not only was it the team’s first win, it was the first league contest and the Panthers arrived at lion country with a 4-0 record. “We knew we were going to have to play a tough game,” said Coach Kraai. “We had worked hard and the ladies were ready for the win.” Although Pennfield jumped off to a strong first quarter start (12-5), we didn’t let them get us down.The second quarter, we out scored them 13-4 taking a 2 point lead to the locker room at half time. The third quarter we each scored 12 points, leaving Maple Valley with still a 2 point edge. The Panthers didn’t give up as they scored a couple of buckets early in the fourth quarter to take the lead once again. However, the Valley ladies fought back and maintained a 3 point lead the last 2 minutes of the game. The ladies played good team ball, with everyone taking part in the win. Diona Morawski led the Lioness’ with 12 points followed by Kristen Kraai with 11. Also scoring were Jennifer Fisher 5; 4 each by Faith Schilz and Stephanie Whitmore; Deanna Hagon, Lesley Dipert and Karris True each added 2 and Tracy DeGroot 1. In a contest on Monday, Valley lost to Middleville 47­ 34. We just weren’t able to close in on their offense as Missy Moretti and Jenny Frey each scored 10 points for the Trojans. We scored well in the fourth quarter (15 points) but time ran out on us. Leading the Valley ladies in scoring was Jennifer Fisher with 13 points followed by Karris True with 6. Also scoring were Kristin Royston 4; Stephanie Whitmore 3; 2 each by Faith Schilz, Lesley Dipert, Tracy DeGroot and Kristen Kraai. The Lioness travel to Bellevue for a league contest on Wednesday. Game time is 6 p.m. Nashville VFW8260 * DANCE★ Saturday, September 28 COUNTRY VARIETY MUSIC BY ... David Harrison & The Particulars 9:30 P.M. to 1:30 A.M. Members and Guests • Food in the Kitchen BIG GEORGE’S PARTY STORE 637 South Main Street, Nashville, Ml. 852-9833 or 852-9670 Sunkist Bread W^/f$ 1A0 02 0 OZ. LOAVES TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY PIZZA SPECIAL 16” pizza with items Big George’s PIZZA and Party Store 852-9833 or 852-9670 Licensed Packaged Liquor Store Lions defeated Battle Creek Pennfield by one stroke 165­ 166. The score of 165 was the low score of the year for M.V. The match featured a very exciting contest bet­ ween two of the top un­ derclassmen in the league, Billy Davis of Pennfield and Brock DeGroot M.V. Both contestants scored identical 2 over par 38’s. The match was finally decided by two seniors James Cole of Pennfield and Bob McMillen Vermontville 4th-5th grade football team wins tough one Vermontville fourth and fifth grader football team ventured to Saranac Saturday to play an un­ defeated and more ex­ perienced team and came away with a close win 8-6. A tough defensive battle all the way, Vermontville held off one final attempt from Saranac in the closing seconds. Leading a fine defensive performance was Brent Stine with 10 tackles, Travis Carter 8, Mark Trowbridge 8, Grant Simp­ son 6 tackles and a sack, Pat Kerby 5, and Carl Mazurek 5. Also doing a fine job were Chris Cooley with 4, Kyle Booher 4 and Scott English 4 and a sack. On offense, both teams found the going tough. Vermontville did get on the board in the second quarter after being down 6-0. The score was a nice TD run by Mark Trowbridge and the extra points were by Travis Carter with a toss from signal caller Bryan Car­ penter. Next Saturdays game will be away at Hastings at 1 p.m. of M.V. McMillen defeated Cole by one stroke which was the difference in the match. Other scores for the Lions were Scot Lenz 42; Lloyd Cooper 43 and Brian Stall 44. The team is in second place behind St. Philip with a league record of 5 wins and 1 loss. The overall record is 6 wins and 2 losses, both losses were by one stroke. The J.V. golf team picked up two more wins this week to up their season record to 7 wins and 1 loss. The match with St. Philip ended in a tie 188-188. The contest was decided by the 5th man and Brian Stall defeated David Sprague to give Valley the win. Low scores for the J.V. team were Scot Tobias 45; Richie Varney 46; Scott Phenix 47; and Dan Murphy 50. In Thursday’s contest with Pennfield the final score was M.V. 189 Pennfield 199. The Lions were led by Richie Varney 45; Dan Murphy 46; Scot Tobias 47; Rob Norton and Scott Phenix tied with 51’s. The Lions host league foes Bellevue and Springfield Monday and Thursday but the big test of the Week is when the Lions travel to the number three class B team in the state, Hastings, on Wednesday. Would it surprise you? WE HAVE — • • • • • • • Artistry Cosmetics Perimeter Alarm System Water Treatment System Catalog Ordering Service Nutritious Foods and Beverages Personal Care Products Cleaning Products — EVERYONE WELCOME — Saturday, September 28 • 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Vermontville 6th grade team beats Saranac 36-0 After season opening losses to Nashville 6-0, and Lake Odessa 8-6, Ver­ montville’s sixth grade football team showed tremendous improvement in blocking as it steam rolled over Saranac 36 to 0. Fullbacks Darrel Stine with 55 yards and Shawn Scott with 45 yards powered their way through the lines as effectively as backs Jeremy Reynolds with 33 yards and Aaron Patrick with 29 yards ran to the outside. The defense again showed its toughness led by the in­ side rush of Jason Byington and the play of ends Matt Gates and Darrel Stine. Linebackers Aaron Patrick and Brian Dennis showed fine pursuit of ball carriers as did Kirk Warner who also chipped in a pass in­ terception and fumble recovery. MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP HALL Come see what is available thru ... AMWAY PRODUCTS DISTRIBUTORS Jim and Diane Heyboer Chuck and Frankie Reid Mark and Sue Fawley Bob and Pat Carmoney John and Kathy Pennington Mabie Lake Mice and Stephanie Thom Elwood and Marion Halsey Maple Valley J.V/s defeat Bellevue 33-8, Thursday The Maple Valley J.V. football team defeated Bellevue last Thursday night 33-8. Leading the offense for Maple Valley was Chris Thomson with 157 yards in 9 carries. Leading the tough Maple Valley defensse was middle linebacker Greg Flower with 10 tackles. The Lions recovered 6 fumbles and had one pass in­ terception. The J.V. Lions record is now 2-1 overall and 2-0 in the league. Due to the fact that Battle Creek Springfield cannot field a J.V. football team, the Lions next game will not be until Oct. 3 at Battle Creek St. Philip. M.V. mens softball league standings for 1985 season First, Vermontville Hardware; second, Car­ penters Den; third Beglin and Cardinal; fourth, S.A. Industries; fifth, General Aluminum Carefree. A Free Diploma! How? Call: Maple Valley Adult Education at 852-9275. 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 10 NASHVILLE DAYS — Continued from page one Trails of smoke indicate the shots just fired from the old flint and copper cap guns. •. Nearly 25 marksmen particpated in Nashville's muzzleloading shoot Saturday. Here, they try to hit their targets. Several curious visitors to the muzzleloaders' encampment peer inside one of the camper's tee-pees or "lodges". ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Call a family member or a friend and tell them you are enroll­ ing in Adult Educa­ tion. Call: 852-9275 LOG HOME SALES INCREASING 53% PER YEAR Lincoln Log Homes combine the natural beauty, low cost and energy efficiency of logs with solar and fireplace TO TAL home heating. Bob Mason of Gladwin, formerly of Nashville, and Pat Maloy load their guns before competing in the muzzleloading shoot. • NOTICE TO BID • The Village of Nashville...is accept­ ing sealed bids for new roof flash­ ing and eavestrough on Putnam Public Library, 327 N. Main St., Nashville. Must have proof of in­ surance. Sealed bids to be submit­ ted to Leon Frith, 202 S. Main St., Nashville, Ml 49073, by 4:30 p.m. Sept. 26, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Manufacturer of Lincoln Log Homes is seeking district dealers to establish retail sales within a protected ter­ ritory. Unlimited Income Potential FEATURING: • Quality Log Home pack­ ages that retail for 88.50 per sq. ft. • USSI “Maxi-Mini** solar and fireplace total home heating system that can cut utilities up to 60%; installed for under $6,000. • Exclusive "Weather Lok** log corners. • Solid, 8" uniform, treated logs. • L.LH. trains each dealer to insure success. INVESTMENT 100% SECURED BY MODEL HOME Individual selected must have ability to purchase or mort­ gage a $17,000 model home. Call Mr. Johnson (704) 932­ 6151 COLLECT! Lincoln Log Homes, 6000 Lumber Lane Kannapolis, N. C. 28061, Dennis Priddy, left, was a participant in the muzzleloading shoot held in Nashville Saturday. His son, Nick, right, tries his hand at shooting the old gun in his first competitive shoot. Nick won the first round of shooting, beating his dad, who later won the second round. Nick, 14, was the youngest competitor. despite the poor weather the event was considered a success �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 11 MOPEDS MUST BE LICENSED - the Office of the Secretary of State is reminding all moped owners of state laws requiring the licensing of any machine with a motor and two or three wheels, including mopeds. According to a 1983 law, businesses selling mopeds must make applications for moped registration available to their customers. Helmets must also be worn by any moped operator under the age of 19 years. Serving Our Country FALL LEGISLATIVE SESSION BEGINS - The Michigan House of Representatives returned to the State Capitol last week to begin the final 14 weeks of the 1895 legislative session. Topics of concern include liability insurance, the income tax rollback, Southeastern Michigan Transportation Authority (SEMTA) reorganization, and a proposal requiring the U.S. Congress to maintain a balanced federal budget are but a few of the issues to be debated. BUDGET NOTE FOR 1985-86 FISCAL YEAR - The 1985-86 fiscal year begins Oct. 1, and according to the House Fiscal Agency, it will cost the state $64.9 million to run the Michigan Legislature and its affiliated agencies. That is .46 percent (less than half of one percent) of the entire $13.9 billion state budget. STATE PREPARES NEW CHILD SAFETY PAMPHLET - Each one of Michigan’s 530 school districts will soon be receiving pamphlet from the State of Michigan for distribution to parents and students providing tips on how to protect child abductions and steps to take if a tragedy oc­ curs. The pamphlet contains 20 unique ways to protect children “child finder kits,” which should include a recent photograph, fingerprints, a recording of the child’s voice and a lock of the child’s hair. MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner Todd C. Benton Army National Guard Private Todd C. Benton, son of Larry P. and Marge A. Benton of 6945 Assyria Road, Nashville, has completed basic training at Fort Sill, Okla. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. He is a 1985 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. Scott A. Visger Army National Guard Pvt. Scott A. Visger, a 1985 graduate of Maple Valley Junior and Senior High School, Vermontville, has completed basic training at Fort Sill, Okla. During the training students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. {''Nashville. ..517-852'9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime Robert M. Swift Robert M. Swift, son of Ina M. Swift of 2960 W. Mason Road, Vermontville, and Robert M. Swift of 7136 Greggs Crossing, Nashville, has been promoted in the U.S. Army to the rank of specialist four. Swift is a vehicle driver at Fort Bragg, N.C., with the 1st Corps Support Command. His wife, Jane, is the daughter of Jean A. Schippel of 5875 W. Gresham High­ way, Charlotte. He is a 1981 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Nashville. FIVE-MINUTE TRAIN RULE UPHELD - A state law prohibiting trains from blocking streets for more than five minutes has been upheld by the Michigan Court of Appeals in a unanimous decision. The state law was challenged as a violation of interstate commerce laws, the Court cited the public safety and similar laws in other states that have also been upheld by the courts. ACTION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne. Offering painting classes on wooden objects. Geese, barns, bears, hearts, baskets, etc. Also sweatshirt painting, stenciling, quilting, candlewicking, artdough, basketweaving. Classes start Oct. 1, 9 a.m. to noon. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 9 to noon, 1:30 to 3:30 and from 6 to 9 p.m.. $4 per class plus supplies. Call 945-2387 or 852­ 9112. (10-15) FOR SALE: Brownie and Jr. Girl Scout uniforms; girls school clothes; boy clothing infant thru size 5. Call 852­ 9424 (Nash.) after 3 p.m. (10­ 1)_____________________ New Flea Market Coopers Flea Market, Bivens Rd., Nashville. 300 dealer lots, $5.50 each. Free parking. Bring your garage sale things to the crowd. Phone 517-852-1512. Opening October 4, 1985. For Actions Ads call- 945-9554 • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Char­ lotte on Wednesday, Septem­ ber 18, 1985. Douglas M. Edinger Army National Guard Pvt. Douglas M. Edinger, son of Dawn M. and Jane R. Edinger of Rural Route 3, Nashville, has completed basic training at Fort Sill, Okla. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tactics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. He is a 1985 graduate of Maple Valley Junior and Senior High School, Ver­ montville. Minutes of the meeting area available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. L.i.n.da u M. -Tw.it.c.h» ell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIVERING-PUNNING-ESTIMATING-SAVING Call and Compare...852-O882 in Nashville -1 block East on the tracks PANELING SALE enclosures or other large open­ ings. Rated to cut cold airinfil­ tration 400% better than aver­ age storm windows. >30” Genuine ULTRA CORE II VINYL SIDING wood core storm door Insulating core of solid wood with a maintenancefree, wood-grained alu­ minum exterior. Adds comfort and value to your home; a premium storm door through and through I Choice of styles and colors. Double 34x4x8 Tahiti REG. SALE ’5.25 Crossbuck Style Shown 34x4x8 Globe 3 in 1 SEALDOWNS Fuji Walnut 14x4x8 Vista Country Oak *7.69 '4x4x8 Vista New Cut Cedar*7.69 $4993 5/32x4x8 Cape Coral White *10.56 /V7n Almond Shermond *11.89 *107 5/32x4x8 5/32x4x8 5E/3n2xg4lxe8wood Birch *8.99 ,809 $265° Color is available. Doub­ le 4" and 8" also avail­ able on special order. '4x4x8 *13" Plymouth Oak *4x4x8* •14.79 ’1329 Beige Carrara C4xo4rxa8line Rossette•24.95*22“ *15.75 All prices cash and carry only • Prices limited to quantities in stock • Prices good thru September 28, 1985. High Performance XL SERIES storm windows The smart investment in an energy efficient future Designed to fight cold air Infiltration with premium features like wind locks, wind brace and deluxe weatherstripping. Industry-certified to be 400% mon efficient than regular storm windows! Two-track or three-track; choice of finishes. 10% Off all Carefree Products ORDERED SEPT. 24-30 �Th* Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 12 Local couple gets special 50th anniversary cake asked by Marie Fisher’s sister, Sharon Helliwell, who also lives in Portland, to make the cake. “This is the farthest I’ve gone to make a cake,” noted White. The special cake consisted of three tiers, with four miniature staircases leading off onto four smaller layers. “I always try to in­ dividualize the cakes I make so it’s made especially for the person,” said Kathy, adding, “I sometimes say the cake talks to me. It tells me what I should do while I’m working on it, so I don’t always know exactly what it is going to look like until I finish.” Marie Fisher’s sister, Sharon Helliwell, formerly of Vermontville, and her husband Gordon did return for the anniversary celebration. Mrs. Fisher’s nephew and neice, Lisa and Allen Davidson, residents of Oregon, could not make it back to Michigan, but contributed by funding the ingredients and materials for the cake. Mr. and Mrs. Fisher’s daughter, Lois, came from Colorado to help her parents celebrate their golden an­ niversary. by Shelly Sulser For Gayion and Marie Fisher ofVermontville, their 50th wedding anniversary last Saturday was not only special because of the number of years they have been married, but also because of the cake made for the celebration. For a year, the an­ niversary celebration had been planned by the children and relatives of the Fishers, and included a special cake to be made by a woman from Portland, Oregon, who had never before been to Michigan. Kathy White, who works as a receptionist at a doctor’s office in Portland, saved up a week’s vacation time just to travel to Michigan to con­ struct a cake for the Fisher’s anniversary. White often makes elaborate cakes for friends and relatives, for their weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc. and was ACTION-ADS GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (10-1). Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service 131 SOUTH STATE ST., NASHVILLE One block East of Cappon Shell Phone 1-517-852-0940 SUNTAN BED SPECIAL lie on tod Manicurist IF YOU SIGN-UP BEFORE OCTOBER 4 A special unlimited visits... up to 90 min. a week, for an amazing $4 ft ft 00 offer of ... XW •50 Down - *25 Per Month OFFER GOOD FROM OCT. 1 THRU DEC. 31 DIANE OFFERING: <^nn Manicures. . Special With new European Secret Nail System. INTRODUCTORY OFFERUWI Roll-On Waxing System .4 Gayion and Marie Fisher. Fall is a good time to have your soil tested The time of the fall garden cleanup is an excellent time to collect a soil sample for testing. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, points out that a soil test can take the guesswork out of fertilizing lawns and gardens by telling you which plant nutrients are needed and how much of each to apply. A soil test will also tell you what the pH of your soil is whether it’s acid, alkaline or neutral - and whether soil treatments are required to change it. Most garden plants do best in a soil that’s neutral to slightly acid. As pH goes up or down from there, various nutrients become less available to plants and deficiencies may occur. Following soil test recommendations should enable you to provide the nutrients your plants need for best growth and may enable you to save a little money by applying fertilizer only as needed. You may find, for instance, that a high-phosphorus starter solution and a boost of nitrogen in July are all that your vegetable garden needs next year. Applying a complete fertilizer before you turn the soil in the spring would be a waste of time, money and effort. If you’ve soil tested before and plan to do it again, consider doing it in the fall instead of in the spring. Fall is generally a slow time for soil test labs. You’re likely to get your results back quicker than if you wait and join the spring rush. And then you’ll have them in hand next spring when you want them. Soil testing is available through the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service. The fee is $4.50 per sample. For additional in­ formation, contact Allen Krizek at543-2310 or 372-5594. Clean and easy professional. Bedford Auction FOOD SALE Saturday, Sept. 28 — 4:00 RM. — Seafood, meats, vegetables, cheese, canned and frozen food. BEDFORD AUCTION * Sale Every Friday Night at 7 PM ★ PHONE — 968-5178 cobb Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 rite RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 % " pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2”-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Michigan farm prices dropped last month The Index of Prices Received by Michigan farmers for all farm products was 111 percent of its 1977 base for the month ending Aug. 15. This represents a 16 percent decrease in farm prices from a year ago. Prices for all crops showed a 23 percent decline from the previous year while livestock and livestock products showed an eight percent decrease, according to the FederalState Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. The Index of Farm prices was down three percent from last year. The Index of Prices Paid by Farmers nationwide, for commodities and services, interest, taxes and farm wage rates for August was 163 percent of its 1977 average. The index was unchanged from last month but down almost one percent from a year earlier. Com, wheat, oats, dry bean, soybean and potato prices are all down substanially from a year ago. Only hay was unchanged. Prices for all crops also declined from a month ago. Michigan livestock commodities showing price declines from a year ago were steers and heifers, slaughter cows, hogs and milk. The calf price was the only increase observed, while egg prices remained unchanged from last year. Michigan livestock commodities showing price declines from last month were calves and hogs. Increases were ob­ served in steers and heifers, slaughter cows and eggs, while "milk remained un­ changed from last month. Nationally, the August All Farm Products Index of Prices Received by Farmers decreased three percent from July to 122 percent of its 1977 average. Compared to a year earlier the index was down 15 percent. OBITUARY Lawrence G. Annis BELDING - Lawrence G. Annis, 76, of Belding, for­ merly of Nashville, died Monday, Sept. 23, 1985 at the Belding Christian Nursing Home. Arrangements are pending at the Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes. Kathy White of Portland, Oregon traveled to Vermontville to make a cake for Mr. and Mrs. Gayion Fisher's 50th wedding anniversary. CARD OF THANKS We want to thank everyone for your prayers and kind­ ness, for cards letters and well wishes after our ac­ cident. A big thank you to Lions Club for the beautiful plant, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Reed for the nice plant, the Chamber of Commerce for the beautiful fruit basket and to the Groh’s for the tomatoes and all their work in canning the juice and tomatoes for us. All is greatly appreciated. Russ & Marie Kerbyson Parents without partners Chapter 85 is sponsoring an adult Coffee and Discussion on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. at 83 Althea Ave. in Urbandale. PWP is an organiztion for all single adults who are parents. Call the PWP phone 963-4837 for more information. PWP is also sponsoring a dance featuring the “Dick Day Trio” on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 9 p.m. to be held at the American Legion post No. 298 on 20th St. Donation $5, everyonewelcome. 90th birthday celebration “card shower” planned Rex Hampton of 221 Maple St., Nashville will be celebrating his 90th birthday on Sept. 27. Hampton would enjoy hearing from old friends and neighbors so showering him with birthday cards would make his day. Battle Creek Home Ec. Association to meet On Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7:00 in the Lakeview Square Community Room. JoAnne Garner, Management and Professional Development Consultant, Lansing will present a program entitled, “Empathy Training and Values Clarification”. The meeting is open to all members, prospective members and their guests. For further information call 965-0555. ACTION-ADS SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg >35” w/built in regulator .. w/exchg. $4595 Most Starters.... Starters . w/exchg $3595 w/solnoid......................... Water Pumps...... g ’4295 w/exchg $2995 instock for most American Cars 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call 9 to 5:30 Daily New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24. 1985 — Page 13 Sheep production clinic set at Kellogg Biological Station Sheep are a popular species of livestock for beginning and small scale producers, but without proper nutrition, health, and management practices, the resulting operation could end up less than profitable. To help those just getting started in sheep production, as well as those who are already involved in raising, breeding, and selling their stock, the Kellogg Biological Station is hosting a Sheep Producers Workshop throughout the month of October. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS September 24 - Open meeting regarding 4-H Camp 7:30 p.m. Community Building, Hastings. September 26 - 4-H Ambassadors Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. September 28-29 - 4-H Fall Horse Galaxy Meeting, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. October 2 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office. October 6-12 - National 4-H Week. October 7 - MAEH Council, 1:30 p.m., Extension Office. October 8 - New 4-H Fishing Club, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. October 9 - 4-H Horse Leaders Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m, Extension Office. October 9 - “Getting Acquainted with Tofu”, 10 a.m.; “The Latest Trends in Clothing g Care”, 1 p.m., p.., Community y Bldg. g., Hastings. These programs are open to all and are no charge. October 10-13 - Michigan Horse Show Association Youth Show, Detroit. October 11-12 - 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. October 16 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. IflJ Scheduled for Oct. 3,10,17, 24 and 31, each session will take place from 7-9:30 p.m. in the Station’s Education Center Auditorium and will feature a different aspect of sheep production. On Oct. 3, a discussion on diseases and management will begin with emphasis on five problem areas (pneumonia, mastitis, urinary calculi, foot rot, and parasites), featuring Dr. Joe Rook of the Michigan State University Large Animal Clinic. It will be concluded the following week (Oct. 10) with a talk by Dr. Fred management. Livestock Specialist. register at a cost of $25 for Shiery, a veterinarian from The series will conclude on in the the entire series. Enrollment Participants Camden, Michigan. Oct. 31 with a session on may choose to is limited, so please register The Oct. 17 session will nutrition and management workshop register for a single session early. For more information, focus on marketing, and will hosted by Dale Brown, or all of them. The cost for the Kellogg include a panel of local Branch County Extension each is $5 per person of $15 contact Biological Station at (616) producers who are involved for the series. Couples may.671-2412. in marketing wool, meat and freezer lambs. They will ACTION-ADS present the methods they W • 99 FOR SALE: Good CHAIN SAW chains expertly utilize, and answer starter home, needs some sharpened and repaired, all Call: Kay at 852-9275 questions. tender loving care, in­ sizes. Also, new chains, all for more information Nutrition and sulated, 3 bedrooms with sizes. 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YOU CANT DO BETTER THAN Open Daily 9-9 Sundays 12-5 1658 Lansing Rd., Charlotte - Ph. 543-0733 Automotive Service Center, Phone 543-1197 MasterCard �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 24, 1985 — Page 14 Milk production up 9 percent during August Dairy herds in Michigan produced 491 million pounds of milk during August, up nine percent from one year earlier, according to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Milk production per cow averaged 1,240 pounds, unchanged from last month, but up 90 pounds (eight percent) from a year ago. Milk cow numbers continue to increase. The August cow inventory averaged 396,000 head, an increase of 4,000 cows from the August 1984 inventory. Cow numbers reached their highest level in Michigan since April 1984. The value of milk sold in Michigan averaged $12.10 per hundredweight (cwt.) during August, down $1 from a year ago. Slaughter cow prices averaged $37.00 per cwt., down dour percent from a year ago. The depressed cattle market has kept slaughter cow prices below previous year levels for most of 1985. Nationally, milk production totaled 12.3 billion pounds, a record production level for the month of August. Production was up 10 percent from one year ago and topped the previous August record set in 1983 by five percent. Production per cow averaged 1,107 pounds during August, 70 pounds above a year ago. Milk cow numbers averaged 11.1 million head, up three percent from the previous year. Milk production in Wisconsin, the leading dairy state, rose 13 percent from a year ago. Dairy manufacturing plants in Michigan produced 3.6 million pounds of butter during July 1985, up 72 percent from the unusually low July 1984 butter output. American cheese produc­ tion, 1.4 million pounds, was down six percent from a year earlier. Ice cream production totaled 4.1 million gallons, a gain of 15 percent from the July 1984 output. Michigan placed seventh nationally in ice cream production. Newlyweds are being honored at open house Mr. and Mrs. Gary Lydy wish to invite their family, friends, and neighbors to share in celebration, the recent marriage of their daughter Sally, to Dick Oelke of Petoskey, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Hastings, Saturday, Oct. 5, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Because of limited time, no other invitations were mailed. The newlyweds will only be in Michigan a short time before returning home to Alaska. Participating in the Bike-a-thon Saturday were: (from left) Adam Thayer, Matt Thayer, Venus Smith, April Sears, Barbara Claypool, Keith Metz and Tim Bracy. Local bicyclists pedal for St. Judes Children's Hospital By Shelly Sulser Nine local bicyclists spent most of Saturday pedaling to raise money for the St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital. Although the amount raised during Nashville’s Wheels for Life Bike-a-thon Saturday was not known at press time, the goal was to earn at least $1,000 which would benefit kids with cancer. Seven children rode their bikes around the track behind Fuller elementary school to earn money for each lap they completed. They included Tim Bracy, Keith Metz, Barbara Claypool, April Sears, Venus Smith, Matt Thayer and Adam Thayer. Two others, Merle Sears, co-chairman of the bike-athon, and son Randy biked to Ionia. Serving refreshments for the riders were Nancy Brown, Judy Terpening, Mrs. Thayer and Eloise Wheeler. Muzzle Loading Shoot Muzzle Loading Shoot, Bellevue Conservation Club, Sept. 28, 29. Primitive and line matches also womens and childrens. Primitive and modern camping. Wood and water supplied. Food is available. Pancake beakfast Sunday morning. For in­ formation call 758-3410 Lacey or 968-9060 Battle Creek. Bike-a-thon rider Adam Thayer gets his card punch­ ed after completing a lap in the Wheels For Life Bikea-thon for St. Jude Childrens' Research Hosiptal Saturday. 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At Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-10-01.pdf f3915a19cecb5ee8e5c7958f2ece9179 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBftARY _ in & CHURCH STREET MwHbjb, Michigan 49058 PAID U.S. POSTAGE Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Hayings. MdxgM 49058 ®ERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Vol. 114 - No. 12 — Tuesday, October 1. 1985 Board to consider forming citizen’s committee to examine operation By Shelly Sulser Members of Maple Valley School District’s Community Survey Team urged the board of education last week to form a citizens committee to help the schools with long range planning. Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Per­ sonnel for the Okemos Schools Lee Gerard stressed to the board the need to in­ volve the community in Maple Valley’s school operation. In view of a five year plan recently approved by the board of education, Gerard suggested the board involve some local residents in the plan. “Get a group of citizens and staffwho can look at the changes the school district has seen over the years,” he said. “They then can see what is happening in the school district. They can take a look and see what recommendations they would have for the next few years here.at Maple Valley.” He also noted the citizen group should examine the school budget. “This is very important to get a broad base of understanding in the community,” Gerard con­ tinued. “That way, they can get a better understanding of where the money goes.” As a result, Gerard said what the group learns could help the board decide where they should be focusing their funds, having a plan in mind. “Then you will be able to channel your funds more specifically,” he said. ‘‘The plan is like a road map that can be very helpful,” Gerard added. Aside from the citizens committee that would make recommendations to the board, Gerard also suggested forming an in­ ternal group that would consist of administrators and staff. “They could discuss how to improve communications in the district,” said Gerard. “The more emphasis that is put on communications, the better communication within the district would be.” Gerard also told the board that groups such as Parent Teacher Associations or Organizations can provide “hundreds of hours of free service.” Gerard also told the board the citizens group could look at how resources can be allocated, that staff meetings should be held on a regular basis which is “good for inservice and com­ munications” and that budget allocations should be determined for the next year. Concerning teacher evaluations, Gerard noted they are time consuming for the building administrators and they should be cut back to twice a year rather than the current quarterly evaluation. Also present at the board’s special meeting last week was Rick Kent, curriculum director for the Charlotte Schools. Kent noted that “the more people from the community that get involved in the district, the easier it is to make improvements.” Beginning with the next school year at Maple Valley, teachers will return to teaching five period days and having preparation periods rather than teaching six classes a day as they presently do. Kent added that the recommendation to form the citizen committee is not inconsistent with helping the district to reinstate the school programs. The group, he said, could address such questions as “how much money do we need?” and “what programs do we desire?” “They are the advisory to you,” Kent said. “It’s not just the school board’s problem or the ad­ ministration’s problem how to improve the schools but it's a community problem as well.” The team informed the board that the goal of for­ ming the committee is to do a cultural analysis of the school district and its Agreement reached between Erwin and Maple Valley School System James Erwin An out-of-court settlement agreement was reached September 5 between the Maple Valley Schools and part-time Nashville resident James Erwin. Erwin began his age discrimination claim against the schools in 1976, after being denied a history teaching job at the Maple Valley Schools. He noted he was also denied other teaching jobs prior to 1976. Erwin said in a March in­ terview that his lawsuit against the schools was “for upwards of $70,000.” Erwin, not knowing why he had been denied the 1976 teaching position as well as other jobs he applied for at the schools, filed an age discrimination suit against the schools with The Michigan Civil Rights Department. He said he later discovered that reasons given for his denial of em­ ployment at Maple Valley included a negative referral from his administrator at Davison, (where he now teaches); he had discipline trouble with students and he had not taught history since 1968. Erwin said the reasons given for his denial were false, and that the newly reached agreement states that the schools must write letters to the Federal and State Civil Rights Commissions retracting the statements. The settlement was reached last month between Maple Valley School Attorney Michael Farrell from the firm of Thrun, Maatsch and Nordberg, and Erwin’s lawyer. Superintendent of the Maple Valley Schools Carroll Wolff said the agreement, signed by Erwin, School Board President Dave Hawkins and Secretary Paula Cole, states that the school district acknowledges that it had not received a poor referral from the plaintiff’s supervisor, and that the plaintiff (Erwin) has taught social studies sub­ sequent to 1968. The school also agreed to pay Erwin $1,500 within 45 days after execution of the agreement by all parties. Now that the agreement has been reached, Erwin said in a telephone interview last week that he and his wife, Alberta, a partner in the lawsuit, will “withdraw our claim against them.” He also noted that he feels the agreement is a victory for him. Wolff also said he was pleased the suit had been settled. Although he was not able to state exactly how much money the suit cost the schools in attorney fees, Wolff said he is hopeful that the school’s insurance policy will cover some of the costs. Dr. David Donovan speaks to the Maple Valley Board of Education at a special meeting by the board last week held to discuss the community survey conducted in the school district in last Spring. programs and to make recommendations of how to improve the allocation of school resources. The committee would then make their recommendations to the superintendent who would report them to the board of education mem­ bers. Chris MacGregor, arts coordinator for the Charlotte “We want you not to be School district would help overwhelmed by these the board form the com­ recommendations but to mittee and the board would make movement oh the top appoint a chairman for the priorities,” Dr. David committee. Donovan of the State The board held a work Department of Education session last night to discuss said to the board. “We the forming of a citizens suggest that you not delay on committee and other mat­ the things that need to be ters. improved.” Nashville accepts insurance bid by Shelly Sulser The Nashville council voted Thursday to accept a village insurance bid from J. W. Ryan Underwriting Inc. of Kalamazoo in the amount of $15,640. The company was one of only two agencies to submit sealed bids for council considerata tion for village insurance policies. The current Nashville insurance, held by Burnham and Flower Agency of Kalamazoo, cost the village $13,593 last year and expires October 1. Burnham and Flower, which did riot have a representative at Thur­ sday’s meeting, again bid on village insurance but at a cost of $20,877. According to interpretation of the policy by the council, the Burnham and Flower bid did not in­ clude workman’s compensation. The new policy by J.W. Ryan does include work­ man’s compensation, as well as insurance for the automotive fleet, general liability, errors and omissions, boiler machinery, a $2 million umbrella, and coverage for various other village concerns. Agent John Ryan presented his proposed policy to the council. The village will pay a 50­ percent down payment and the remaining premium balance within 30 days. By a vote of 6-1, with Dick Chaffee voting against the bid, the council accepted the J.W. Ryan proposal with the policy term beginning Oc­ tober 1, 1985 and ending October 1, 1986. The council also accepted a bid for library roof repairs. The council will pay $3,970 from the village general miscellaneous fund to Sherriff-Goslin of Battle Creekt to re-shingle the Putnam Public Library roof. When the village sought bids for the job, it did not state when the work was to be completed. The council then agreed Thursday the work should be done by November 1 when the motion was made to accept' the Sherriff-Goslin bid. No other bids were received. Mayor John Hughes reported that plans to install a new police phone system have been delayed, due to a complication with the telephone company. The police department planned to install a system that would automatically transfer calls to the Barry County Sheriff COUNCIL, continued on page 14 Nashville man pleads quilty to assault and battery charge he had gone to a friend’s by Susan Owens A 19-year-old Nashville home to talk to her about it. “She said she didn’t want man pleaded guilty to one count of assault and battery to talk, so I grabbed her and one count of malicious arms,” he said. “And pulled destruction of property her closer to me.” He said that during the under $100 Friday morning he had in the Barry County Circuit disagreement, pushed her head to the side, Court. Dana R. Symonds, for­ “but didn’t hit her.” Afterwards, he followed merly of 124% S. Main St., told Circuit Court Judge her into her car and at­ Richard M. Shuster that he tempted to talk to her. “When she wouldn’t talk, I had assaulted Lisa Elliston on Aug. 8 during a discussion lost my temper and hit the windshield with my fist,” he at a friend’s home. “The windshield He explained that after said. four years, Elliston had cracked.” One count of malicious broken off their girlfriend­ Assault, continued on page 3 boyfriend relationship and �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 2 New White House Flag flies over Maplewood Elementary;School by Susan Owens A new flag waves above the elementary school since first-grade teacher Liz King had an opportunity to purchase a flag that waved above the White House this summer. The entire school took part in the dedicating program, with several children making speeches and pointing out significant facts about the "stars and stripes." -“Oh say can yoifcee...” the new WashingtonTO.C. .C. flag flying over Maplewood Elementary School, That’s right, a new extra­ special flag waves proudly over the elementary school thanks to first-grade teacher Liz King who acquired the flag during a summer trip to Washington D.C. “While I was in Washington, I had the op­ portunity to get a flag that was flown over the White House,” she explained. “And I thought it would be nice to bring it back here.” The flag, however, wasn’t just flown over the White House. It was flown over the White House especially for Maplewood Elementary, King said, and she’s got the paper to prove it. The framed certificate actually says that on July 25, 1985, the flag was flown over the White House specifically for Vermontville’s Maplewood Elementary School. Once she received the flag, King thought it would be nice if it could somehow be in­ corporated into the children’s lessons rather than simply being ex­ changed for the old flag. In discussing it with fourth­ grade teacher Kris Green, who was planning on studying the history of the United States, King turned the flag over to Green’s class. From there, the fourth­ graders began preparing for a program in which the flag How can low cost insurance guarantee all your valuables are covered. No problem Auto-Owners Personal Articles Protection assures you that your valuable belong­ ings are covered against financial loss. And, it’s offered at a low cost, too, So ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can protect your valuable ar­ ticles such as artwork and jewelry the same, safe way you protect your home. iluto-Ounm Insurance 7kzNo Probfom ffeopSg, • Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville would be raised during a special school assembly. They wrote essays con­ cerning the history of the “stars and stripes” and prepared speeches outlining the importance of the flag. At the same time, they learned all they could about the nation as a whole. On Friday, the class presented their program to the rest of the 406 students at the school. Each class gathered around the flag pole to the tune of “I’m Proud to be an American.” Then, seven students presented their thoughts and their findings on the significance of our country’s flag. During brief intermissions, fourth-grade teacher Kay Jones led the school in the patriotic favorites of “America, the Beautiful,” “My Country ’tis of Thee” and “The Star Spangled Banner.” Afterwards, Angie Morris and Gerard Conklin helped raise the flag for all to see. “They did everything themselves,” Green said. “They wrote everything and put the whole program together. They did a good job.” .. Fourth-grade teacher Kris Green assisted students Angie Morris and Gerard Conklin, of Mapte Wood Elementary School, in raising the new Washington D.C. flag over their school Friday afternoon during a special school assembly. Holiday crafts and trimmings program set Program on Wednesday evening, Oct. 23, from 7-9 p.m. at the Eaton In­ termediate School cafetorium, 1790 E. Packard Hwy. Anita Covert from Country Stitches will demonstrate a variety of gift items and trims. Participants will receive patterns for twenty Get a jump on your holiday decorating and learn the skills needed to add special accents and glow to your homemade holiday gifts. The Eaton Cooperative Extension-Home Economics program and the Eaton Rapids Country Stitches store are cosponsoring a Holiday Crafts and Trim Local VFW represented at 57th Annual State Pow Pow Local VFW members who attended the 57th Annual Pow Wow at Boyne Mt. were: Nashville Post Commander William Nichols and wife Betty along with auxiliary President Victoria Banks, Julia Wolf, Alice King, Alberta Lewis, Ernie and JoAnne Rice, Chuck and JoSephine Lindsey, Ross and Pamela Nichols. President Victoria Banks took articles amounting to $121 for the cancer booth made by auxiliary mem­ bers: Edith Wait, Linda Dunkelbeger, Pearl Ruthledge, Bernice Schwab, Alice King, Bonnie Hayner Maxine Anderson, Betty Nichols, Alice Eaton, and Victoria Banks. Members attended the joint memorial on Friday. The next year’s pow wow is to be held at Mackinac Island. • ATTENTION • Maple Valley Band Boosters There will be a meeting for all in­ terested Maple Valley Band Boost­ ers in the band room at Maple Valley High School at 7 p.m. Monday, October 7. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville 219 Washington St., Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: Sunday: CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/i mile East of M-66, 5 miles 110 S. Main, Vermontville south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School . 10 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 6 p.m. Thursday: Wednesday: P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study.......... 8 p.m. AWANA...........7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) AP..MM.. WWoorrsshhiipp 117 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.Md. W Sorhshilp.190:1350 a.m. Wednesday Evening S Sunday School 10:30 a.m. /pastor MARY CURTIS Worship................. 7 p.m. REV. THOAAAS VOYLES PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH at 6:30 p.m. 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. LEON POHL REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. 203 203 N. N. State, State, Nashville Nashville A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service....... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service.. ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe different items. You will also get a chance to taste samples from the holiday foods table provided by Mona Ellard, Extension home economist. Free recipe sheets will be handed out. The cost of the program is $4 per person. Advance registration is required, and register early because, the class is limited. Send your check payable to Eaton Cooperative —Extension Service and mail to Cooperative Extension -'Service, 126 N. Bostick, Charlotte, MI 48813. After the program is over, there will be additional materials and supplies available for purchase. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School ..10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Comer of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Poge 3 Obituaries Lawrence G. Annis Oldsmobile iin Lansing BELDING - Lawrence G. before moving to Nashville Annis, 76, of Belding, for­ in 1946. He retired from merly of Nashville died Kellogg Co., Battle Creek in Monday, Sept. 23, 1985 at 1972 after working there for Belding Christian Nursing 25 years. Home. Funeral services Mr. Annis was a former were held 1 p.m. Thursday, Nashville Village coun­ Sept. 26 at Vogt Chapel-Wren cilman, serving two terms. Funeral Homes, Nashville, He lived at Big Pine Island with Rev. Jospeh D. Huston Lake, Belding for the past officiating. Burial was at six years. He was a life Hillsdale Cemetery, member of the Nashville F & Plainwell under the auspices Am No. 255 and Eastern of the Nashville F & AM No. Star, Kellogg 25 Year Club, 255. Memorial contributions past master Dimondale F & may be made to the Nash­ AM, past chancellor com­ ville Ambulance Service or mander K of P Lodge, for­ American Cancer Society. mer member of Nashville Mr. Annis was born in Volunteer Fire Dept., Nash­ Sumner, MI on May 23,1909, ville Maple Syrup the son of Frank and Alice Association and a longtime (Redfern) Annis. He was Cub Scout leader. raised in the Dimondale area Surviving are his wife, and attended school there. Louise; a son and daughter­ He graduated from Lansing in-law, David and Janice Central High School and then Annis of Silver Springs, Fla.; attended Coine Electric three grandchildren; one great grandchild; several School, Chicago. He married the former nieces and nephews. Two Louise Hutchinson on Dec. brothers Harold and Lyle 30, 1934. Mr. Annis was Annis preceded him in death. employed fro 17 years at ---- 0 Richard D. Green founder of the Explorer NASHVILLE Mr. Scout program in Nashville. Richard D. Green, 71, of 617 Funeral services will be Washington St., Nashville 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3 at died Monday, Sept. 30, 1985 Nashville United Methodist at Leila Hospital, Battle Church with Rev. Lynn Creek. Wagner officiating. Burial He was born in Hastings on will be in Lakeview July 17,1914, the son of Philo Cemetery, Nashville. and Frances (Perry) Otis. Masonic graveside services He has lived most of his life will be conducted by Nash­ in the Hastings-Nashville ville F & AM Lodge No. 255. area and attended Hastings Surviving are his wife, schools. He graduated from Ferne; two sons, Richard Nashville High School in Green of Traverse City, 1932. Sidney Green of Nashville; He married the former, nine grandchildren; four Ferne Schulze on June 1,1935 great grandchildren; four and they owned and operated brothers, Moris Green of the former Green Stamping Saranac, Donald Otis of Co. in Nashville from 1944 to Florida, Roger Otis of 1954 which later became R & Lansing, Paul Otis of F Industries. He retired in Hastings; two sisters, Mrs. 1976. Mr. Green was a Dorothy Brumm of Nashmember of First United ville, Mrs. Joyce Haywood of Methodist Church and Florida. He was preceded in Builders Class of the death by a son, Micheal Church; life member of Green in 1966, Jack Green Nashville F & AM Lodge No. and Philo Otis, Jr. Visitation will be 2 to 4 255 ; 32nd Degree Mason and member of Saladin Shrine; p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wed­ Nashville Senior Citizens; nesday at Vogt Chapel-Wren Regional Director for the Funeral Homes in Nashville. Memorial contributions Commission on Aging in Kalamazoo and Barry may be made to Nashville County Chapter; long-time First United Methodist Boy Scout leader and Church. 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Shuster granted the request, stating however that if Symonds violates any law prior to his sentencing, his bond will be revoked and he will be remanded to the custody of the Barry County Jail. Symonds faces a maximum of 90 days in jail and-or a $100 fine for each of the offenses. He will be sentenced on Oct. 25 at 8:30 a.m. In other circuit court proceedings, Robert Walter Shellington, 17, of 404% S. Main St., Nashville, stood mute to one count of breaking and entering of a building with the intent to commit a larceny and one count of attempted breaking and entering of a building with the intent to commit a larceny. By standing mute, Judge Shuster entered a plea of not guilty and set a pre-trial date for Nov. 1 at 9 a.m. Shellington is accused of breaking into the Maple Valley Standard, located at 240 S. Main St., on July 13 CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank Dr. Baxter, Dr. Myers, Dr. Delnay, all nurses on 2nd floor who helped in any way during my stay at Pennock Hospital. 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At age 45, Mead enjoys watching sporting events and can be seen at almost every Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High sporting activity of both boys and girls. His favorite sports are football and basketball. Bom in 1940 to Russell and Donna Mead of Oscoda, Michigan, Mead moved with his family to Nashville in 1942. He is currently em­ ployed selling Blair products and Mason Shoes out of his home. His hobbies include Special * * * BINGO Time..........3:00 p.m. Date...... Oct. 13th Sponsored by... The Auxiliary to Post #8260 Nashville, Ml. for... District #8 Auxiliary PUBLIC INVITED EATON RANDS, MICNIOAN - PRONE 103-1601 NASHVILLE, MICNIOAN - PRONE 162-1030 OLIVET, MICNIOAN - PRONE 740-2011 OFFICE NOORS: IWli 4:30 Hen. tbra FrL, 1:00 to 12:00 asaa Satariay �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 4 A look at the Country 71 years ago letter Feighner said it was “doubtful” that that the Mississippi River could ever be bridged at New Orleans. In 1914 it was not bridged at any point south of Memphis. The train carrying the Feighner s was ferried across the river. In his final installment, Fike reflects on his odyssey and various paradise spots he visited, such as Galveston, Texas, where “one who has enough money so he can live without work”could be happy. “There are thousands of men all through the west looking for work,” noted Fike. “Nearly every city is loaded up with idle men and the problem is a vexing one as to what to do for them.” If Michigan were boosted and advertised like the west coast country, decided Feighner, “We would have to take clubs to drive the people away.” The Feighners boarded a train at the Nashville station — seen here circa-1910 — with two four-foot strips of tickets which cost them "a heap more than we could afford" for a nearly 3-month odyssey through the Southland, to the West Coast and Northwst, then home via Canada, ten's observations during the 1914 journey today point up varying degrees of change over the past 71 years.. in the world - joy because we had paid up most of our small bills around town before we left. We were in possession of two four-foot strips, (of tickets) from the legislature was in session which we paid Elmer we didn’t dare to stop off. Greenfield a heap sight more Most of the country all than we could afford, but along the line is of a desolate which we hope will bring us character, poor soil, much of home safe and sound before it either swampy or clay and the open season on black sand hills, awful highways, bass. no fences, the landscape We just caught our train at occasionally dotted with Jackson by dodging a negro cabins, very few of gateman, landed in Chicago them with any windows - a at 3:30 p.m., and left the dreary country indeed, with same evening over the few towns showing any Illinois Central for New appearance of life. Prac­ Orleans. We had crossed the tically the only crops raised river into Tennessee before are com and cotton, and we crawled out in the very little of the land will morning, for the only raise either. We arrived in New Orleans monotonous day since leaving home. You know it - pronounced as one word, was fine sleighing when we with the accent on the second left home, but before syllable and the “r” left out reaching Michigan City we about ten o’clock Tuesday missed the snow and have night and hurried into bed to seen no more since except on keep from freezing. The mountain tops, but the cold town had a very hard frost Los Angeles, weather stuck right with us that night, which is “very Jan, 14,1914 all the way. unusual”, and we didn’tdare Dear Readers: At Memphis groups of tell them we brought it down Well, gee whiz! Here we are negroes were gathered about to them from Michigan. in California, enjoying the little bonifides in the railroad Wednesday morning we balmy breezes from the yards holding their hands walked about the business Pacific, the sweet odors of over the grateful warmth part oftown, visited the river myriads offlower sand much and shuffling to keep their front and watched the crude oil, the lights and feet warm. We had our first shipping traffic, wearing sights of one of the most view here of the majestic overcoat and wraps, for the beautiful and brilliantly- Mississippi, the Father of white frost that night, which illuminated cities in the Waters, a dirty, muddy is “very unusual”, and we world, and at the same time stream, but interesting for didn’t dare tell them we being separated from our all of that. brought it down to them from. coin at an awful rate with Michigan. Memphis is said to be just neatness and much sang awakening from a lethargy Wednesday morning we froid. (Get that?) of many years and to be walked about the business We left Nashville - the real rapidly forging to the front part of town, visited the river boss and myself - Monday as a manufacturing and front and watched the morning, January 5, amide commercial center. The next shipping traffic, wearing paeans of joy from the town of importance was overcoat and wraps, for the citizens of the best little town Jackson, Mississippi, but as white frost stayed on until nearly noon. Then old sol got in his work and thawed Len W. Feighner, editor-publisher of The Nashville things out a bit, so in the News from 1888 to 1928, was a big booster of Nashville. afternoon we hired an auto At various times he served as village president, fire and were driven about the chief, postmaster, and at one time was state represenquaint old city, visiting tative from this district. At the conclusion of his 1914 many interesting points, cross-country trip he called Nashville "the best town on among them the parks, the the map." His wife, the former Stella Wilson, accom­ French market, the old slave panied him on the journey. market, the Creole section, the French quarter, and the old and new residence and business sections. New Orleans is one of the oldest and newest cities of the United States, reminding one ip many ways of Philadelphia, yet more extreme. Magnificent business blocks are set down among tumbling ruins of the quaint old buildings of ante bellum days. The cemeteries are unqiue, in that no bodies are buried there. They are placed above the surface, in marble tombs, for the reason that the water is so close to the surface as to make burial impractical. Many of the tombs are elaborate structures, and the cemeteries are very This 1914 postcard scene of the Greater Galveston Causeway shows a part of beautiful... the route covered by the Feighners on their visit to the Texas town which so greatThe city has never had ly impressed the Nashville News editor. "I'm strong for this Galveston thing," wrote suitable sanitary Len. "It looks to have the jump on any other city in Texas." arrangements and until very recently its open sewers and by Susan Hinckley Early in 1914, Nashville News editor-publisher Len W. Feighner, accompanied by his wife Stella, boarded a train at the local station for a trip that would take them through the Southland via Memphis and New Orleans, west through the Northwest into Canada, as they made a giant circle back to Nash­ ville. The journey lasted nearly three months, and “Fike,” as he was foundly called by his many local friends, shared the experiences with his readers by writing a series of letters for publication in The News. The first was dated January 14, 1914 (sent from Los Angeles) and the final installment was written on March 28th at Nashville (“the best town on the map,” according to Feighner). Over the next few weeks we will reprint excerpts of Fike’s 1914 reports. It is interesting to note that certain of his observations hold true today - some 71 years later - while others point out how much ad­ vancement has been made in the 20th century. For example, in his first other unsanitary conditions have made its death rate the highest of any American city. The public spirit has now awakened, and the water supply is now of the finest, a thorough sewerage system has been worked out by competent engineers, and on every hand great public improvements are under way. Those who want to see “old” New Orleans will have to see it soon, for conditions are rapidly changing. Leaving the Crescent city, we took the Sunset Limited of the Southern Pacific, one of its many splendid trains, run to a point about ten miles above the city, where the train is conveyed across the Mississippi on a mammoth ferry, pulled by tugs, to Avondale, where we again hit the rails. The river is not bridged at New Orleans, nor for the matter at any point south of Memphis. It is doubtful if it ever will be bridged at New Orleans, on account of the inability to find foundations solid enough to hold the piers. Leaving Avondale, we crossed Louisiana in the night, and when we awoke in the morning found ourselves in Texas, Beaumont being the first city of importance. This is a boom city, having been a thriving lumbering city before the discovery of oil in 1901, when it at once sprang into prominence and many substantial fortunes have been made here. It has a wonderful future if the oil keeps coming. We pulled into Houston at noon. Houston is a great city. It is a typical, wide-awake, hustling northern city set down in the wrong place on the map. It is the com­ mercial king and the railroad center of Texas. Not satisfied with that they are spending millions to tran­ sform a bayou filled with stagnant waters into a ship canal to the Gulf of Mexico at Galveston in order to make Houston a port for ocean­ going vessels. It looks to have the jump on any other city in Texas and to be increasing its lead in rapid strides. Real estate is very high, but looks to be a good buy at that, for it appears to have a certain and substantial future. Galveston, which calls itself “The Treasure Island of America”, is a wonder. I’m strong for this Galveston thing. Swept off the map in 1900 by a tidal wave, which practically destroyed the city, ithas with help from the government, built a sea wall, which is one of the engineering wonders of the world. It is five miles long, 16 feet wide at the base, five feet on top, built of rein­ forced concrete. It is backed by a fill which runs back into the island for several blocks, and which only a world catastrophe can ever affect. A magnificent boulevard lines the top of the sea wall, costly hotels and other beautiful buildings have been and are being con­ structed, and the whole magnificent city is booming. The island is connected with the main land by a great causeway which cost $2,000,000, and under the commission form of government, which had its birth here after the flood, many splendid public buildings have been built. There is surf bathing here all the year ’round, and it is claimed the gulf breezes make the island cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so that the climate is equable the year ’round. I sure wish all you folks could see Houston and “There are thousands of men all througn the west looking for work" Nearly every city is loaded up with idle men and the problem is a vexing one as to what to do for them." Galveston. They look good to me from every point of view. They got a slight touch of the Tuesday night frost, but it was not strong enough to wilt the flowers, which are everywhere in profusion. When I get to writing to all you dear folks, it’s hard for me to stop. I wish “you all,” as they say down here, might be here with me, for I miss you, while I am seeing all these beautiful things, but if I don’t get too lazy I’ll write again before long, and tell you about the trip from Texas here, which would be mighty interesting if I only could tell itto you as I saw it. Fike (Tobe continued next week) Setting it Straight Due to incorrect in­ formation furnished us, a young girl pictured in the Barryville School photo in last week’s Memories was incorrectly identified as Sally Eaton. It actually was her older sister, Alice. As Sally points out, she had not even been bom by the time the 1938-39 school photo was taken. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 5 M.V. Schools lacks planning, says educational program review members Note: The following report was compiled on April 10, 1985 by a team of educators from neighboring districts, the Eaton Intermediate School District and the Michigan Department of Education who visited the Maple Valley School District to conduct a review of the current educational program. The team consisted of Chris McGregor, Eaton Intermediate School District Information Specialist; Rick Kent, curriculum director for the Charlotte Schools; Marcia Boznango, elementary principal in the Okemos School District; Nancy Mincemoyer, Gifted and Talented Specialist Michigan Department of Education and Lee Gerard, team chairperson and assistant superintendent for curriculum and personnel for the Okemos Schools. ..The findings and recommendations which appear in this report by the visiting team have been based on interviews with school district ad­ ministrators, teachers, support staff and parents as well as brief classroom observations. ..The findings and recommendations represent the opinion of the visiting team as a whole. among the administrative team or between the prinicpal and the individual teachers in the building; and there is no known budget development process by administrators. “Thus When dealing with the building administrators do area of inservice and staff not know allocations of development, the visiting money district-wide or for team’s report notes that their building,” the report by there is no plan in place to the visitation team says. Also, staff meetings are address the areas of im­ proving the instruction that held infrequently, if at all, individual teachers give to and staff members extheir students. No inservice pressed a lack of knowledge plan exists, no en­ regarding the district’s couragement exists to im­ finances and resource prove instruction and staff allocation, it said. morale is low. After reporting the general In addition, it states that observations and listing teacher, administrator or areas for improvement, the board inservice op­ review makes the following portunities are not readily recommendations for the available; and the district 1985-86 school year, which is does not take advantage of currently in session: “In order to address the the inservice opportunities available through the In­ concern expressed by staff termediate School District members and citizens and the Regional regarding the lack of Educational Media Center. credibility within the school In the area of com­ district concerning actual munication, the program availability of funds, a review states that there are number of measures should no building handbooks for be undertaken during the teachers regarding policies 1985-86 school year,” the and procedures; no decision recommendation begins. First, it states that a Board making process exists C.O.A. menu and coming events MMB --- । ।i "feeorete !i«®: of menollfoj ®ei5 wsflookrjbi pm ly.imj WedupA Mji t(at Bovex.ngw.i’ osad utafoih fltK stlto >ited ==* »■* fthgaM# imhifl* pto?p jHto«?K-Itejjii# Itejjii#* jHCtT«Kfrs^1 CtT II*- UfSifl* i * *!*£ nd * i?r*9S*ii y it »«* Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. All sites are barrier free. Oct. 1 Baked meatloaf, whipped potatoes with gravy, peas, roll, blushing pear halves. Oct. 2 - Roast pork loin, buttered parslied potatoes, asparagus, rye roll, tropical fruit cup-Hast. and Nash­ ville., Sing along. Oct. 3 Macaroni and Cheese, pepper ring salad, sliced beets, chocolate fudge brownie—Hastings and Putnam Library building fund growth continues Putnam Public Library’s building fund continues to grow. The latest contributions to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility came recently in memory of Mabie Erwin from the U-Share-It Extension Club; the 11-7 Crew, Cutting Dept, at Post Cereals; the Battle Creek area chapter of National Organization For Women; Paul and Arlie Goforth, Eava Kalnbach, Lester and Lorraine Altoft, Margaret Wagner, Phyllis Rizor, Nelson and Geneva Brumm, Marvin and Judy Laurie, George and Janet Kellogg, Nathan and LaDuska Sheldon, Ruth Brown, Harold and Bessie Stewart, Tom and Ann Taylor, Charles and Clara Liebhauser, Lucy French, Ray Vaughn, the Battle Creek School Credit Union Staff Social Fund; and the Washington School staff in Battle Creek. Other donations came in memory of Ward Cheeseman from Phyllis. Rizor; in memory of Elizabeth Askins from Mr. and Mrs. Tom Taylor; in memory of Kenneth Hoffman from Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Sheldon and Mr. and Mrs. George Kellogg. Contributions to the fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Nashville., Bingo-Hastings, Hearing clinic. Oct. 4 - Baked fillet of sole, baked potato, mixed vegetables, roll, fresh grapes—Hastings, Blood pressure clinic. Oct. 7 Southern fried chicken, twice baked potato, winter squash, corn bread, citrus section cup-Hastings, Social Security-Nashville, Blood pressure clinic. Oct. 8- Baked ham, whipped potatoes, tossed salad, roll, chilled pineapple. Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Please make note that the C.O.A. telephone number has been changed to 948-4856. Space available for C.O.A. trip The Commission on Aging still has space available for the upcoming trip to Shipshewanna on Oct. 9. If you are interested in going, or if you would like further in­ formation, please call 948­ 4856. Appointed Citizen’s Com­ mittee should be formed to examine every aspect of the school district operation and budget. This committee should include parents who have children in the schools, community members who do not have children attending the schools and teacher and administrative represen­ tation. Continuing, a Board Ap­ pointed Citizen’s Committee should be formed to review the entire school program and to make recommendations regarding program improvements to the board of education. This committee would also consist of the same representation as the previously mentioned committee. An internal staff group should be formed, it says, representing the ad­ ministration (one principal, superintendent), representatives from the teacher’s union and a representative-facilitator from an outside agency such as the Intermediate School District. The charge to this group would be to meet on a regular basis to improve communications and discuss concerns that both parties might have and to try to bring resolutions to these concerns as quickly as possible. Training should be provided to this group to help them work in an effective manner. In addition, the report recommends strong em­ phasis be placed on com­ munity outreach through the development of strong PTAs or PTOs at each school. Emphasis should be placed on the use of volunteers, regular times for parents to come in and talk with principals at the building level as well as a time for parents to come in and talk with the superintendent regarding concerns, questions and ideas they have. Also, iit nt sa sas oyfs re resource psroeusrecnet allocation available resources should be carefully examined. For example, currently staff members supervise the study halls and lunch room which is very expensive. Aides could be hired which could enable more classes to be offered or reduce the size of study halls and possibly cost the same total amount of money. Currently, all students are bussed to and from school at the same time. Staggered starting and ending times for elementary and secondary students have the potential of reducing the number of busses and and’’ drivers necessary thereby reducing some of the costs. Another recommendation by the team was that staff meetings should be held on a regular basis at each building to resolve any problems that might exist and to provide some in­ service training opportunities for teachers. Each building administrator should develop a building handbook for staff members regarding policies and procedures within that building, it states. Individual buildings, it says, should be informed of their building budget allocation for a given school year for instructional sup- plies and materials so that they can plan and budget wisely. It also states that the teacher evaluation process should be streamlined to enable principals to provide more meaningful evaluations and to reduce the stress on principals by reducing the number of evaluations each year. Plans should also be developed to evaluate principals on a regular basis based on present board goals. And, the district should begin to take advantage of intermediate school district and REMC inservice op­ portunities, suggests the visiting team. In conclusion of the recommendations for this school year, it notes that a committee of secondary school staff members should be impaneled to review scheduling alternatives in light of going from a six period teacher instructional day to a five period teacher instructional day. 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Without a G.E.D. certificate? Call: Maple Valley Adult Education at 852-9275. r rfll *18* 18* JJ*5 s* ^ {5 0^ / ;jiliW*/ / ,sl s*l t* * V t'fdlfrJ dlfrJ1 .i**p Betty Pierce, Mary Hecker (seated), John Warren, Bev Warren, and Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*9680 ThzNoPrt)6&mfkoflfe,' �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 6 Maple Valley blanks Springfield to set up showdown this Friday It seems like Maple Valley’s football team is always butting heads with a Battle Creek school for the rights to the SMAA football title. For the first two years of the SMAA, the Lions jousted with/Pennfield to determine a league champ. Now, after Maple Valley Valley’’ss 37-0 whitewash of Springfield last Friday, the Lions’ title hopes will be laid on the line this week against unbeaten and defending league champ St. Philip. The bulldozing of Springfield was the third straight shutout for the streaking Lions (3-1 overall, 3-0 league) this fall. St. Philip (4-0, 2-0) kept pace with Maple Valley with an easy 24-6 win over Bath on Saturday. Bronson (4-0, 2-0) is the SMAA’s third un­ beaten. Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt has mixed feelings over the looming St. Philip game. “We just try to take one week at a time,’’ he said. “We’re improving right now and after three weeks we’re still in first place. Sports “Ifwe play like we have on some Fridays this fall, I’ll feel good. If we play like some other nights, we’ll be in trouble.” Maple Valley found itself in very little trouble against the undermanned Rams, winless in four starts. The Lions’ Scott Carpenter opened the scoring with less than 30 seconds to go in the opening quarter taking a 7yard scoring pass from Glenn Ewing. Adam Brumm kicked the extra point for the TD, which was a 70-yard, 10; play drive. Matt Owen scored a pair of third quarter touchdowns on runs of 1 and 2 yards. The second was set up after Jim Fuller blocked a Springfield punt. Tim Higdon also scored in the second quarter on a 4yard run. Greg Tilley’s in­ terception set up that touch­ down. M.V.'s Matt Owen (46) races down the sidelines barely in front of a Spring­ field defender in the Lions' 37-0 win. Maple Valley made it 25-0 with 3:34 remaining in the third quarter when a tackle by Higdon resulted in a Ram fumble which Marty Smith picked up and ran in for a touchdown. Greg Flower’s 15-yard run closed out the Lion scoring. Mittelstaedt credits the pugnacious Lion defense with keying the win. “Defensively we played well again; we’re im­ proving,” he' said. “Our offense played better against Springfield, but the defense set up the scores and kept us in good field position. “But I can’t say I’m unhappy with the offense. We are passing better.” Maple Valley limited Springfield to only 5 first downs, 44 yards on the ground, and 24 through the air. Mittelstaedt said Scott Villanueva, Matt Coleman, _ Higdon, and George SteinMorawski poured in 11 points brecher with heading the and had 4 steals. Sheri Forell defense. The Lion offense, mean­ recorded 7 steals and 10 while, produced a seasonpoints Carol Lamie netted 4 high 17 first downs, 286 points and tallied 10 rushing, and 94 passing rebounds. yards. Lion quarterbacks hit Also scoring for Valley 8-of-13 passes in their best were Carmen Hamilton, 6 points; Beth Starring and performance of the season. Smith led the ground Rhonda Seinbrecher 4 each; gainers with 74 yards on only Kim Smith 5; and Debbie 9 carries. David Benit Corkins 2. finished with 65 yards on 6 Cassie Davidson and attempts. Debbie Hull also saw action Mittelstaedt also praised for the Lions. Kelly Hoefler offensive linemen Sherman was sidelined with a Reid and Jim Bryant. sprained ankle. The Lions will try to stay on top in the league by defeating Olivet on Wed­ nesday. The J.V. contest will begin at 6 at the Olivet Middle School. Maple Valley holds SMAA league lead The Maple Valley girls basketball team the SMAA league lead last week by defeating Bellevue 64-38 and remaining undefeated in league play. The Lions traveled to Bellevue on Wednesday taking the lead early with a 17-12 first quarter ad­ vantage. Aggressive Lion defense held the hosts to a four point second period. The visitors had doubled the Bronco’s score by halftime. In the second half, Valley continued to increase the winning margin to the final 64-38 victory. Sophomore Kim Bahs paced the Lions with a 20 point effort. She also grabbed 10 rebounds. Daun Get the News! SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Banner $ 1 flOO XV per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY... Send my subscription to: A CITY I STATE Enclosed is my payment for: me$1n0 aBarry C-ounaty U ,/ $13.50 Other Areas / ZIP r-$8.50 Students (9 months) » $12 Surround..ing Counties (Allegan, Calhoun. Eaton. Ionia. Kalamazoo. Ke Kent) Or Caff 948-8051 For More Information! P.O. Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 The fast-improving Lions showed their stuff as they roared from behind last Tuesday to defeat state randed Battle Creek St. Philip in a league meet at home. Going into the meet the Lions knew that they would have to run their best race of the year to win as St. Phil had four returning lettermen in their top five runners, led by Battle Creek city champion Greg O’Daniel. Every Lion runner but two responded by turning in their best time of the year. Junior co-captain Rob Trowbridge led the Lions as usual with a 2nd place finsih in a season’s best time of 17­ 41. Following in close order behind were 5th, Darren McDonald, 6th, Steve Schilz, 7th, Cody Mattson and 8th Mark Goodrich. The meet was deceided when Maple J.V. Lionesses’ nip Bellevue 27-25 — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Only Maple Valley Lions Cross Country team defeats 8th ranked Tigers! I , | The Maple Valley ladies came from behind a 20-13 Bronco third quarter lead to nip Bellevue 27-25. Bellevue led in scoring all three quarters taking a 15-9 lead at half-time. “The Lion defense tightened up the second half, allowing the Brone’s only 10 points. On the offensive side, we started hitting from both inside and outside, scoring 18 points (14 in the fourth .quarter). Sophmore Diona Morawski led the scoring with 6 points. Lesley Dipert added 4 points and pulled down 15 rebounds. Also scoring were Karris True and Kristen Kraai 4 each; Faith Schilz 3; Chris Gard­ ner, Jennifer Fisher and Kristen Royston 2 each. Stephanie Whitmore led in assists with 5 and Kraai had four steals. Maple Valley is on the road again Wednesday, Oct. 2 at Olivet and Monday, Oct. 7 at Springfield, returning to our home court on Wednesday, Oct. 9 against Bronson. Game time for all three contests is 6. Valleys 6th runner, Bryant Filter, finished ahead of St. Phil’s to earn a 1 point victory, 28 to 29. Other Lion Runners showing good improvement were Eric Terpening, and Tom Brock, while two others Andy Finkler and Scott Wolcott continues to rebound from leg injuries. Freshmen Angie Smith won the girls race in a school record of 22.31 and was followed by Michelle Reid, 3rd and Kris Brewer 4th. “This is the kind of team finish that I’ve waited three years for.” said coach Roscoe. “We aren’t going to run away from many schools up front but we just keep pounding the door down with our depth.” In other action the Harriers finished 3rd in the Barry County Invitational on Sept. 17th at Charlton Park. Rob Trowbridge and Angie Smith led the Lions with 6th place finishes in their respective races. This week the Lion runners will travel to Bronson and Springfield for a pair of league meets. M. V. Golf team defeats Bellevue, Springfield The Maple Valley Golf team defeated Bellevue and Springfield in League competition last week. In the one Non-League contest they lost to Hastings 165-179. Brock DeGroot led the varsity team with fine scores of 39, 41, and 42. The next best scores were Lloyd Cooper 48, 43, 44. The varsity team has a 8 win 3 loss over all record and a second place 7 win 1 loss record in the league. Battle Creek St. Philip is still in first place with a 8-0 record. The J.V. Golf team picked up two more wins and 1 loss last week. They defeated Bellevue and Springfield and also lost to Hastings 184-194. In the process of their two wins they broke the old J.V. record twice. They shot 174 against Springfield and came back with another school record of 172 against Bellevue on Friday. The people that shot the new school record were Richie Varney 41, Scot Phenix 41, Scot Tobias 43 and Brian Stall 47. The J.V. team has an overall record of 9 wins and 2 losses. They are in 1st place in the league with a 8 win 0 loss record. “beauty go to your “head , you Let your deserve it... at the ... VILLAGE HAIR PORT We know how beautiful you are... 470 E. Main Vermontville Phone 726-O2S7 Call for your appointment today! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 7 Maple Valley Lion eagers defeat Middleville 37-35 The Lion girls almost let a victory slip away Monday but a tough defense and clutch free-throw shooting gave Valley what they needed to defeat a tough Middleville squad, 37-35. Valley’s 11-4 first quarter spurt was built to a 19-10 lead before the visiting Trojans began a comeback. They continued to outpoint their hosts they grabbed the lead 27-25. with three seconds left to play in the half. Dawn Morawski tied the score for the Lions at 38 midway through the third quarter but the host Lions trailed the Trojan 37-34 by the end of the period. Carol Lamie made 7 of her 8 points in the final 17 point Valley effort. She also recorded 7 steals for the night. The Lions held Mid­ dleville to just 6 points giving Valley the 57-43 victory. Sophmore Sheri Forell led Valley scorers with 16 points. Junior Beth Starring added 13; sophomore Kim Bahs and junior Dawn Morawski each netted 4; sophomore Kelly Hoefler, junior Kim Smith and senior Debra Vermontville 6th grade football team loses Early mistakes and penalties led to a quick 14-0 lead and set the tone for the game as Hastings went on to defeat Vermontville 30-0. After the initial scores Vermontvilles defense stiffened and stopped Hastings for over two quarters before tiring in the second half. The difference was led by Matt Gates with nine tackles. Kirk Warner, Jason Byington and Ryan - *i| r a Sac totaling BMtaj SqtGU^ b silwintea;.' lit i^2fflitbE^ EntH i® feteij ! k q Murat UH fcwtHu mA liMlila HtK infill W!W l*“k Stubbleful with eight tackes each. The offense moved the ball deep three times but just couldn’t cross the goal line. Leading ball carriers were Shawn Scott with 57 yards, Jeremy Reynolds with 30 yards, Aaron Patrick with 24 yards and Darrel Stine 21 yards. Quarterback Brian Dennis and flanker Kirk Warner hooked up on a nice 22 yard pass completion. Panthers scoreless for the first three minutes. Dawn Morawski gave Valley the lead 22-21 three minutes into the third period. The Lions held their greatest advantage at the B.I.E. Standings 4th-5th Hastings.................... Vermontville ............ Saranac .................... Nashville................... Lake Odessa ............. Sunfield.................... Woodland................... .34) 3-1 .2-1 2-1 .1-2 1-3 0-4 beginning of the final quarter 29-23. Valley’s of­ fense began to slow down and Pennfield tied the game at 29 with 5:19 to play. The score knotted at 33 with 2:41 remaining to be played and Beth Starring fired in the go ahead bucket for Valley with 1:04 to play. Carol Lamie iced the game by tossing in two free throws with 24 seconds showing on the clock. Lamie had 10 rebounds to 4th-5th Results Full Family 6th Nashville............... Lake Odessa.......... Hastings................. Saranac................. Woodland................ Vermontville......... Sunfield ................. 3-0 3-0 .3-0 1-2 1-3 1-3 0-4 Service 6th Results Latest Fall Styles ft 7th-8th Eaton County 4-H Teen Club meets AllEaton 4-H teens areTeen invited to the County Club weather permitting. Archery will meet 1-3 p.m. at the 4-H Building, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte, weather permitting. For more information contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. meeting on Thursday, Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. They will be discussing future teen club activities and working on the organization of Colorado 4-H teens visiting here next summer. go with her two points. Sheri Forell and Dawn Morawski combined for 9 steals. Beth Starring and Sheri Forell each netted 12 points for the Lions. Kim Bahs scored 5 points and pulled down 7 rebounds. Dawn Morawski chipped in 4 points and Rhonda Steinbrecher added 2. The Lions are 3-23 overall and 1-0 in SMAA play. Valley hosts Bellevue on Wednesday. Lake Odessa 18, Woodland 6; Hastings 18, Vermontville 8; Nashville 18, Sunfield 0. Lake Odessa 8, Woodland 6; Hastings 30, Vermontville 0; Nashville 28, Sunfield 0. pors oong The first monthly county­ wide 4-H Shooting Sports meet for this enrollment year will be held Saturday, Oct. 5. Firearms will meet from 10 a.m.-noon at the Bellevue Conservation Club, 8484 Butterfield Hwy., Bellevue, Corkins to points each. Senior center Carol Lamie and Kim Bahs grabbed 8 rebounds apiece. The Lions took advantage of the free-throw line on Wednesday and used the edge to record a 37-35 win. The Panthers scored first and held Valley to 4 points in the beginning quarter while tallying 11 for themselves. When they built the lead to 15-4 early in the -second quarter, it looked as though Pennfield would run away with the game but tough Valley defense finally did the job for the Lions. Panther turnovers caused by the Valley defense gave the hosts a chance to recover in the second quarter. Sheri Forell hit 4 of 4 at the charity stripe and added a bucket to pace the Lions in their 10 point second period effort. The Lions trailed 19-14 at the half. Valley hit the floor playing aggressive defense in the second half holding the Saranac .... Hastings.... 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High Performance XL SERIES storm windows The smart investment in an energy efficient future Designed to fight cold air infiltration with premium features like wind locks, wind brace and deluxe weatherstripping. Industry-certified to be 400% more efficient' than regular storm windows! Two-track or three-track; choice of finishes. 10% Off all Carefree Products ORDERED OCTOBER 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 8 Maple Valley names "Homecoming Candidates for 1985 Looking to be crowned as Maple Valley's Homecoming Royalty are candidates for queen: (front row) Ann Hummel, Kelly Bachelder and Debbie Corkins. King candidates are (back from left) Mike Smith, Marty Smith and Mark Hess. Six seniors are in the spotlight this week as they await to learn which will be voted by their fellow students to reign over Maple Valley’s Homecoming APLE VALLEY' 7/\ Real Estate 7'7A.\l. AX.\jl. Xj Phone (517) 852-1915 227 N. MAIN ST.. NASHVILLE HOMERWINEGAR (GRI), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR............................(Evenings) 726-0223 GEORGE WILLIAMS sales associat associate................ 852-9833 HOME IN CHARLOTTE with "original charm" - 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1 '/t baths, some hardwood floors, fenced back­ yard, screened front porch, first floor laundry. This is a nice, "well built" home and close to business district. (Char-133) LAKE ODESSA VILLAGE NEAR SCHOOLS and park, 2 story, 7 room (4 bedrooms) home on corner lot, mature shade. Listed at $32,000. (LO-120) **> w. INVESTMENT PROPERTY!! Live in one unit, rent the other. Close to school, in Nashville. One 3 bedroom unit & one 2 bedroom unit. Listed at $34,900. (N-103) — FARMS FOR SALE — COUNTRY HOME PLUS 18 If* ACRES, east of Vermontville, r older remodeled home and bldgs., land is rolling, creek borders property, 15x30 above ground pool, $42,500, or would sell with 3 acres for $35,000. (CHF-124) x----- ¥ 20 ACRE "MINI-FARM1*WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEW • $40,000! Price includes 60x75 barn, 40x60 tool shed, 30x20 shed, 14x60 silo, 8 room, 2 story home with 4 or 5 bedrooms. Mature shade. More land available. Maple Valley Schools. (F-134) 153 ACRE FARM south of Nashville. Completely fenced for cattle, pond, 40x80 and 60x80 pole barns, suitable for dairy, beef or hogs. (123A tillable and 22A wooded). Land contract terms offered. Price $105,000, includes silo w/unloader & auger feeder. Milkhouse w/4 stall '/« herringbone. Cement feed lot 90x190, new 5” well. No house on property.. (F-102) — NEW LISTINGS — “HANDYMAN SPECIAL” ON 12+ ACRES - 10 room house, small barn, corn crib, and 2 car garage. Located south of Nashville. Land contract terms to qualified buyers. $27,500. (CH-142) UKE MECHANICS OR WOODWORKING? Then you will love this 32x36 pole building (has 220 electric, cement floor, water hookup, 2 drains, and chimney for woodburner). Plus a cute 2 bedroom one-story home, all on a large lot in Vermont­ ville. Close to stores. Listed at $27,500.. (V-141) / THINKING OF BUILDING? We have several parcels of vacant land. Some all perked and surveyed. Call W "George" for New Build information. festivities. Hoping to be named the 1985 Maple Valley Homecoming queen are: Ann Hummel, daughter of Don and Joyce Hummel of Vermontville; Kelly Bachelder, daughter of Forrest and Marilyn Butcher of Vermontville; and Debbie Corkins of Nashville, daughter of Fred and Dorothy Corkins. Those in contention for the title of Homecoming King are: Mike Smith, son of Stanley and Marlene Smith of Vermontville; Marty Smith, son of Harold and Nancy Smith of Ver­ montville; and Mark Hess, of Nashville, son of Marilyn Otto and Jim Hess. Unrclassmen also have the opportunity to be crowned as homecoming royalty, when they compete for the titles of Homecoming Prince and Princess. Princess candidates are: Junior Kim Smith; Sophomore Amy Walker and Freshman Kristin Royston. Vying to be crowned Homecoming Prince are Junior Scott Carpenter, Sophomore Chris Thomson and Freshman Shannon Redmond. All the candidates will participate in the Homecoming parade this Friday, which begins at Putnam Park in Nashville at 6:30 p.m. prior to the football game. The winners will be an­ nounced during halftime of the Maple Valley Homecoming game against St. Philip, Friday night at the Fuller Football Field. Victory Kids" will appear at Nashville Assembly of God On Sunday, Oct. 6, at 11 a.m., “The Victory Kids” will be appearing at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed Street, Nashville. Les Gandy (Clarence) is a giant talent in humor. His antics will thrill your heart while his preaching will thrill your soul. Judy Sarver is a exciting singer in gospel music, with a dynamite voice. Their main goal in ministry is to glorify God and to lift Jesus higher. Rev. Robert Taylor, cordially invites the public to attend this service! Maple Valley's underclassmen princess candidates are Kim Smith, junior; Amy Walker, sophomore; and Kristin Royston, freshman. In back are prince can­ didates Scott Carpenter, junior; Chris Thomson, sophomore and Shannon Red­ mond, freshman. Nashville Boy Scouts chosen for Order of The Arrow" honors Alvin Morgan and Lee Ossenheimer were chosen by Nashville Boy Scout Troop 176 to become members of the “Order of the Arrow”. The two Scouts were elected by their troop earlier this year. Alvin, a patrol leader, and Lee, assistant senior patrol leader, were “tapped out” while attending the West Michigan Shores Council Camp Gerber in July during a special ceremony. Then during the week-end of Sept. 13-15 Lee returned to Camp Gerber and went through the “Ordeal” which made him a member of the Order of the Arrow. Unfortunately, Alvin , broke his foot in his physical education class in school the day before the “Ordeal” so he was unable to attend. He will attend the spring “Ordeal” in order to become a member. The Order ofthe Arrow is a service organization within Boy Scouts. It emphasizes cheerful service in the camping part of the scout program. The scouts in the Order elect their own of­ ficers, plan their own program and carry out service projects under their ACTION-ADS W - 99 FOR SALE: Good starter home, needs some tender loving care, in­ sulated, 3 bedrooms with large living room and beautiful stone fireplace. Large lot near school and downtown. Alice Wiser 616­ 374-7456 or Yager State Wide 616-374-8400. (10-8) CLEANING: tired of it or unable? For reasonable, experienced help, phone 726­ 1039 Vermontville after 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. (10-15). FOR SALE: Brownie and Jr. Girl Scout uniforms; girls school clothes; boy clothing infant thru size 5. Call 852­ 9424 (Nash.) after 3 p.m. (10­ 1) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) own leaderships. Adults act as advisors, but do not run the Order ofthe Arrow lodge. A scout is choosen by the boys in his troop to become a member. The majority of those who vote are not members of the lodge. Membership is controlled by the boys themselves. To become eligible for the lodge a scout must have scout­ master approval certifying to the scout’s spirit, his adherence to the scout oath and law and participation in troop activities. A scout must have 15-days and nights of camping within two-years prior to election. Lee joined Boy Scouts in August of 1983. He has at­ tained the rank of Star Scout. Alvin joined Boy Scouts in February of 1984. He has attained First Class rank. ■IN Jl'iKH W* hb.M to set1 Itat-1 kt a<| to*. (I Mi’Sa ttimi •ti® Alvin Morgan (left) and Lee Ossenheimer have been named to the "Order of the Arrow." (photo supplied) * | ------------------------------------------ ■ ■ Margaret’s Beauty Shop Owner Operator Chris Norton 218 Reed, Nashville Wed.-Sat. Evening Hours Available NEW TELEPHONE NUMBER 8S2-0833 Cuts $400 S h ampoo & Set....... 500 Zotos Perms Includes _ ___ __ *20 - *25 - *30 ■ -------- w ’Hai �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 9 Vermontville gets new postmaster Vic Haas, a Delton native, has assumed the position of postmaster in Vermontville. Haas, 29, worked as a clerk at the Delton Post Office for 10 years, and in Kalamazoo prior to his Delton em­ ployment. A Delton resident for 25 years, Haas plans to move to Vermohtville. In Delton where he graduated from Needs of low income families will be topic at public meeting Vermontville has a new postmaster, who began the job September 16. Vic Haas worked as a clerk in Delton's post office 10 years prior to being hired in Vermontville. Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Autumn Fires it?? Er- ** G?!*^ '“With 2*» ** ’» ’•W *•* •WiR iK'itrdiSiS tojrtsijso Fdfflji[|jmi ffluiftifci by Robert Lewis Stevenson “In the other gardens And all up the vale, From the autumn bonifires See the smoke trail! Pleasant summer over And all the summer flowers; The red fire blazes The gray smoke towers. Sing a song of seasons! Something bright in all! Flowers in the summer, Fires in the fall!” Coming Events: Wednesday, Oct. 2, - UMW luncheon and business meeting at 12:30 p.m.; LCA meet at 11 a.m. for a business meeting followed by a luncheon. Sunday, Oct. 6 World Communion. Monday, Oct. 7 - Woman’s Club meet at 7 p.m. at the Library Program by William Newhouse on “Drug Abuse and Delinquency.” Thursday, Oct. 10 • Ver­ montville Senior Citizens meet at noon in the Griswold Room for potluck and bingo. Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Area senior citizens are invited to have lunch at 1 p.m. in Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School followed by a program on Self Protection. Monday, Oct. 21 - Garden Club meets in Griswold Room at 1:30 p.m. The Northrup family held a reunion last Monday Sept. 23 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Aldrich with 23 in attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Vanderhoef on Nashville Highway have a big sign in front of their home an­ nouncing the birth of a baby girl, Kristen Marie on Sept. 19 at Pennock Hospital. Michael Medcoff Jr. arrived Friday night by plane from Kenai, Alaska to stay with his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Huffman and attend Maple Valley High School. He is the son of Mike and Kathy Huffman Medcoff. Joy Ruth Gibbs Niday from Houston, Texas and her sister Charlotte Gibbs Barsh from Katy, Texas spent from Thursday to Monday visiting their cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Austin and other relatives. They toured the museum Saturday morning and found pictures of their The Vermontville United Methodist Church is considering the development of a pro­ gram for preschool children, aged 3 and 4. They would like to hear from parents of preschool children to gauge the interest and need for such a program. If you are the parents of a child in that age group and would like to express your interest or need, please fill in the coupon below and mail it to the: Vermontville United Methodist Church P.O. Box 186 Vermontville, Ml 49096 ...or call 726-0526 and leave message on machine if we are not available. I am a parent of a preschool age child and I would like to see a program for preschoolers developed. (Check all that apply) ______ I would send my child to a program one or two mornings a week. ______ I would be willing to s'hare my ideas about how a program like this could help me and — my child the most. ______I would be willing to help.develop and staff the program should it be developed Signed Phone grandparents George and Charlotte Andrews and Grandma Austin. Their mother was Beatrice Perkins. Mrs. Ava Kroger called on Mr. and Mrs. Scott Taylor on Thomapple Lake Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Taylor had just been released from the hospital following surgery for an anorism in the aorta. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frith and Fred Frith were at Midland Hospital on Tuesday to visit Mrs. Wilma Carney. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd and Ruth Ann visited her on Thursday as she has been seriously ill and had surgery recently in Ann Arbor. They received word on Friday that she had passed away. Services were held Monday at 12:30 p.m. in Midland. Survivors include her three daughters: Charlotte (a teacher in Midland), Mary Brown (a representative in Kalamazoo) and Loretta and a son James of Denver, Colorado. Also a sister Mrs. Helen Todd and a brother Fred Frith, besides several nieces and nephews. Dr. and Mrs. Fred Lightner of East Lansing were Sunday visitors of the Rev. and Mrs. Glenn Lit­ chfield and family, and also to attend the services at the Methodist Church and hear the musical worship services of “The Last Chant” by a ladies quartet in which Dorie’s sister Chris Lightner is a member. This was the Bible story of creation with musical interludes based on James Weldon Johnson’s book about creation called “Gods Trombones” Dorie Litchfield was the narrator. Friends of Lois Davis are pleased to know she is able to be out again following her recent hospital stay. Martha and Margreta Zemke attended the funeral of Mr. Francis Springer at the Presbytertain Church in Hastings, Saturday af­ ternoon. Mrs. Springer had been in the same room with Margreta in Pennock Hospital several times and they had become good friends. Sunday evening callers of Mrs. Ava Kroger were Mrs. Velma Whitmore, her daughter and husband, Mr.' and Mrs. Bob Moyer and her grandson Ed. Blackman and -hi&jchildren Bridget and Ed Jr. all from Eagle. There'was a large at­ tendance at the Historical meeting Thursday evening including a group from Continued on page 13- Now is the time for you the low-income families of Eaton County to speak out and state your opinion on what programs are most needed in your county (Eaton) You can do this by at­ tending a public hearing on Oct. 22, at the First Baptist Church, 1111 S. Sheldon Charlotte, MI (The parking lot is across from the Eaton County Fair Grounds) This hearing is being held by the Eaton County Action Center, a branch of the Capital Area Community Serives. The CACS budget for 1985-86 also will be I miss my friends who graduated from Maple Valley Adult Education program. Enroll and learn new friends with me. Kay. Call 852-9275. —o— A diploma is possi­ ble. Call: Maple Valley Adult Educa­ tion at 852-9275. reviewed. If there are any questions, please call 543-5465. high school, he spent eight years as a Delton-Kellogg football coach. “Vermontville is a very nice little community,” said Haas, who first began the postmaster duties there September 16. Haas, who is not married, enjoys hunting and fishing in his spare time. During the summer, he is a member of a softball team in Delton, playing in the Delton Men’s Softball League. Maple Valley Teenagers Night - AGES 13 to 18 ONLY - We will be open from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. after each Home Football Game !! Music • Hot Dogs • Hamburgers • Malts • Shakes • Pop • Hot Chocolate • Fries •Sundaes • Banana Sp its MUSIC FURNISHED BY R.J. RECORDS - Jack and Judy invite you to stop in after the game for ■_ your favorite z'*snack 'Jack & Judy's 113 N. Main Nashville, Ml 49073 852-1551 HOURS 6. a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 Days a Week �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday. October 1, 1985 — P09* 10 General Purpose Financial Statements June 30,1985 EXPENDITURES: 60,000$ Redemption of Bonds 21,075 Interest on Bonds 130 Other Expenses Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions TOTAL EXPENDITURES, OUT­ GOING TRANSFERS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS ■ $ 81,320$ Excess of Revenues, Incom­ ing Transfers, and Other Transactions Over Expenditures, Outgoing Transfers and Other Transaction $_(91591}$ Boord of Education Maple Valley School* Waos h N havvilele e-Vxearmmionendtvitlhlee, gMeincehriagla pnurpose financial statements of Maple Valley School* as of and for the year ended June 30, 1985, os listed l in the table of contents. Our examination was mode in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards and, accordingly, in­ cluded such tost* as wo considered necessary in the circumstances. In harmony with th* requirement* of the State of Michigan, the School District has capitaliz­ ed and amortized school bus cost*. This practice, in our opinion, is not in accordance with generally accepted fund accounting principles. In our opinion, except for the treatment of the bus cost* referred to in the preceding apph, the, generpal purpose financial paragraph, the general purpose financial statement* referred to above present fairly the financial position of Maple Valley School* at June 30, 1985, and the result* of it* operations for the year then ended, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principle* applied FUND EQUITY, JULY 1, 1984 Additions (Deductions) $ Prior Year Adjustment...... Excess of Revenues, Incom­ ing Transfers and Other Transactions Over Expend­ itures, Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions . $ Other Addition* (Deductions) Net Additions (Deductions) FUND EQUITY, JUNE 30, 1985.. Respectfully submitted, FOOTE, ILES & LLOYD CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS 1984 .$ 1985 174,606$ 219,951 4,005 4,115 34 1,307 64 106 11,184 17,850 218,327 255,356 $ 414,930$ 491,977 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE: Account* Payable $ $ Contract* Payable Salaries and Withholding* Payable Accrued Expenses .......... Due to Other Fund* 39 Deferred Revenue Other Liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES 9 REVENUES & FUND BALANCE $ 414,930$ 491,938 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE $ 414,930$ 491,977 GENERAL FUND COMPARATIVE REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30 REVENUES: 1984 1985 Local $1,489,294$! ,544,179 Intermediate 0 0 State .............. 1,648,819 1,840,227 Federal . 67,208 68,239 Incoming Transfers and Other Transactions .. 75,452 112,377 TOTAL REVENUES, INCOMING TRANSFERS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS $3,280,773$3,565,022 EXPENDITURES: Instruction $1,812,253 $1,915,529 Instruction - Employee Benefits 284,466 315,024 Support Services: Pupil 67,336 72,804 Instructional Staff 46,676 47,954 General Administration ... 78,807 86,655 School Administration ...... 168,811 177,663 Business 661,198 696,568 Central 19,964 0 Other 4,760 5,082 Support Services - Employee Benefits Community Services ............ Community Services Employee Benefits 103,853 123,742 Capital Outlay 29,891 45,537 Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions 1.610 1,456 TOTAL EXPENDITURES, OUTGOING TRANSFERS & OTHER TRANSACTIONS$3,279,625$3,488,014 Excess of Revenues, Incom­ ing Transfers and Other Transactions Over Expend­ itures Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions . $ 1,148$ 77,008 STATE OF FUND BALANCE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1985 Fund Balance, July 1, 1984 ...... Additions (Deductions) Prior Year Adjustments ... $ Excess of Revenue, Incoming Transfers and Other Transactions $ Over Expenditures Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions ... Other Additions (Deductions) $ $414,930 FUND BALANCE, JUNE 30, 1985 77,008 $ 491,938 DEBT RETIREMENT FUND COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30 ASSETS: Cash Accounts Receivable Taxes Receivable Due From Other Funds Other Assets 1984 1985 $ 29,416$ 791 116 0 32,044 1,840 177 0 $ 30,323$ 34,061 LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE: Tax Anticipation Notes and Loans Payable $ Accounts Payable Due to Other Funds Other Liabilities $ TOTAL ASSETS TOTAL LIABILITIES FUND BALANCE TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE 106 64 $ $ 106$ 30,217$ ____64 33,997 $ 30,323$ 34,061 DEBT RETIREMENT FUND COMPARATIVE REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30 REVENUES: Local $ Other Revenues Incoming Transfers and Other Transactions TOTAL REVENUES, INCOMING TRANSFERS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS $ $ 3,780 30,217 3,780 $ 33,997 ASSETS: Cash $ Accounts Receivable Taxes Receivable Due From Other Funds Other Assets TOTAL ASSETS $ LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE: Tax Anticipation Notes and Loans Payable................. $ Accounts Payable Due to Other Funds Other Liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES.............. FUND BALANCE $ TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE ........... $ 1984 1985 23,697$ 2,067 24,206 3,192 25,764 $ 27,398 25,764 $ 0 27,398 25,764 $ 27,398 BUILDING AND SITE FUND COMPARATIVE REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30 77,008 77,008 31780 BUILDING AND SITE FUND COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30 Donald L. Lloyd ASSETS: Cash................................ Accounts Receivable... Taxes Receivable........ Due From Other Funds Due From Other Governmental Units Other Assets ............... TOTAL ASSETS 69,232 DEBT RETIREMENT FUND STATEMENT OF FUND EQUITY YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1985 on a basis consistent with that of the preceding year. Our examination was mode for th* purpose of forming on opinion on the general purpose financial statement* taken as a whole. The supplemental financial information is presented for purpose* of additional analysis and I* not a required part of th* general purpose finan­ cial statement*. Such information ha* been subjected to the auditing procedure* applied in the examination of the general purpose financial statements, including tests of the recorded expenditure* relative to federal program* transmitted by the State set forth on page* 50 through 59 which were designed to satisfy ourselves that the recorded expenditures were mode in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Education relating to allowable expenditure* ex lpetindittureth* under the thel act, and fiin ni our iop opinion, l intiotn, it is ist*fa fairly tirkly stated in halll m material respect* in relation to the general purpose financial statement* taken as a whole. GENERAL FUND COMPARATIVE BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30 50,000 19,050 182 1984 1985 71,729$ 0 73,012 0 71,729$ 0 0 73,012 REVENUES: Local $ Other Revenues Incoming Transfers and Other Transactions ... TOTAL REVENUES, INCOM­ ING TRANSFERS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS .$ EXPENDITURES: Land ............................ $ Buildings and Additions Furniture and Equipment...... Other Expenses Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions .................... TOTAL EXPENDITURES, OUT­ GOING TRANSFERS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS . Excess of Revenues, Incom­ ing Transfers, and Other Transactions Over Expens­ es and Outgoing Transfers! 1984 1985 1.776$ 0 0 1,634 0 0 1,776$ 1,634 $ 1,776$^^^^1J634 BUILDING AND SITE FUND STATEMENT OF FUND EQUITY. YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1985 FUND BALANCE, JULY 1, 1984 Additions (Deductions):........ $$ Prior Year Adjustments Excess of Revenues, Incom­ ing Transfers and Other Transactions Over Expend­ itures, Outgoing Transfers and Other Transactions . Other Additions (Deductions) Net Additions (Deductions) FUND EQUITY, JUNE 30, 1985.. $ 25,764 1,634 1,634 1,634 $=27,398 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 11 LONG-TERM DEBT GROUP OF ACCOUNTS JUNE 30 1985 1984 RESOURCES TO LIQUIDATE LONG-TERM DEBT: Amounts Available in the Debt Retirement Fund $ 30,217$ 33,997 Amounts to be Provided for the Payment of Bonds . Amounts to be Provided for the Payment of Loans TOTAL RESOURCES TO LIQUIDATE LONG-TERM DEBT ......... $ LONG-TERM DEBT PAYABLE: Term Bonds Payable $ Serial Bonds Payable School Bond Loans Payable.. Other Loans TOTAL LONG-TERM DEBT PAYABLE $ 30,217$ 33,997 555,000$ 505,000 0 0 555,000$ 505,000 SCHEDULE OF DELINQUENT TAXES RECEIVABLE JUNE 30, 1985 Delinquent 6-30-84 GENERAL OPERATING FUND 1979- 80 1980- 81 1981- 82 1982- 83 1983- 84 1984- 85 TOTAL DEBT RETIREMENT FUND (NEW) 1979-80 1980- 81 1981- 82 1982- 83 1983- 84 1984- 85 TOTAL 1984 Tex Roll Collection* 1984-1985 Writeoff off Delinquent Taxes -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ 1,496,200.33 1,496,200.33 -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ 1,494,927.34 1,494,927.34 -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0-o- -0­ -0­ -0­ 33.54 -0­ 1,272.99 1,306.53 -0­ 114.44 -0­ 1.61 -0­ -0­ 116.05 -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ 71,428.47 71,428.47 -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ 71,367.37 71,367.37 -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0­ -0- -0­ 114.44 -0­ 1.61 -0­ 61.10 177.15 $57,731,089 $59,658,863 SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND VALUATION The following information is in relationship to the 1984-85 school year. Each spring the Board of Education receives an up-to-date appraisal report from E.C. Deyo & Associates covering all school buildings and equipment. School Building* No. off Classrooms Replacement Insurance Value Portable Equipment and Materials Maple Valley Jr-Sr High School (including relocatable classrooms) 35 $4,728,360 $1,056,449 Maplewood Elementary (including relocatable classrooms) 18 1,567,377 364,974 Fuller Street Elementary (including relocatable classrooms) 15 1,367,985 340,705 7 1,065,471 143,114 69,379 74,750 Kellogg Elementary Administration Building The total replacement insurance value of all school buildings and equipment, athletic field equipment, books, materials, school bus garage, storage buildings, and land was set at $11,390,032 for insurance purposes. STUDENT ENROLLMENT The full-time student enrollment during the 1984-85 school year was 1,641 students in grades K-12 compared with 1,610 students during the 1983-84 school year. The enrollment during the 1963-64 school year was 1,512 students. There weren't any non-resident students enrolled during the 1984-85 school year. Bachelor's Degree Minimum Maximum $13,432 $23,706 1984-85 Teacher Salary Schedule Bachelor's plus Master's Master's plus 20 semester hr*. Degree 20 semester hr*. $14,607 $25,779 $14,032 $24,765 $15,182 $26,794 Specialist Degree $15,757 $27,809 Total teachers salaries amounted to $1,908,806 this past school year. The number of full time equated classroom teachers was 76 during the 1984-85 school year. The ratio of pupils to certified employees holding valid Michigan teacher certificates was 20.3 to 1 during the 1984-85 school year. Certified employees includes school administrators. There were thirty-three separate accounts held in the trust and agency fund at the close of the school year amounting to $22,751.83. General receipts during the school year amounted to $108,451.78 compared with ex­ penditures of $102,412.65. The school district ended the school year June 30,1985 with a cash balance of $219,951 compared with $174,608 as of June 30, 1984. Accounts receivable amounted to $11,184 as of June 30, 1985 compared with accounts receivable in the amount of $17,850 as of June 30, 1984. During the school year the amount of taxes receivable increased from $34 to $1,307. The financial information is taken from the school annual financial report and audit report filed with the State Department of Education. Copies of the annual report and school audit are available at the school administra­ tion building if anyone wishes to see one. ACTION-ADS — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents The Village of Vermontville is now strictly enforcing Water Ordinance No. 9. Water will be turned off if bills are more than 30 days past due. There will be a $5.00 fee for shut off and an additional $5.00 fee for turning it back on. All arrears and additional fees must be paid before water will be turned on. Vermontville Village Council SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) HAY FOR SALE: first and second cutting also beef cows, steers, and calves. (517)852-1784 Nashville. (10­ 1) BABYSITTER NEEDED FOR TUESDAY: evenings starting Oct. 8, 1985. Extra pay for own transportation. Non-smoker only. 852-1714 (Nashville). WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-965­ 7640 Battle Creek. (EOW) OPENING OCT. 4, 1985 Cooper’s Flea Market, Bivens Rd., Nashville. 300 dealer lots $5.50 each. Free parking, garage sale people bring your things to the crowd. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday thru October. Phone 517-852-1512. (10-15) For ACTION-ADS Call 945-9554 1985 18,814 8,156 5,197 0 32,167 0 0 32,167 COMPARATIVE SCHOOL SERVICE FUND REVENUE AND EXPENSE STATEMENT Delinquent 6-30-85 -0­ -0­ -0­ 33.54 -0­ -0­ 33.54 State Equalized Valuation 1983-84 State Equalized Valuation 1984-85 COMPARATIVE SCHOOL SERVICE FUND BALANCE SHEET JUNE 30 ASSETS: 1984 Cash................................ .$ 26,592$ Accounts Receivable... 7,944 Inventory....................... 3,603 Due From Other Funds 0 $ 38,139$ LIABILITIES: Accounts Payable.... 0 Due to Other Funds. 0 SCHOOL SERVICE FUND BALANCE................. $ 38,139$ REVENUE: Total Revenue From Local Sources...... $ Total Revenue From State Sources ...................... Total Revenue From Federal Sources................................ Incoming Transfer From General Fund ...................... Incoming Transfer From Trust and Agency Funds.......... TOTAL REVENUES & INCOM­ ING TRANSFERS.............. EXPENDITURES: Food Services.......................... Book Store Activities............ Athletic Activities.................. TOTAL................................... Employee Benefits.................. Capital Outlay........................ TOTAL .................................. Outgoing Transfers................ TOTAL EXPENDITURES, TRANSFERS AND OTHER TRANSACTIONS.......... TOTAL SERVICE FUND REVENUES, TRANSFERS & OTHER TRANSACTIONS Excess Revenue....................... $ Excess Expenditures.............. 1984 1988 114,445$ 122,237 0 0 55,811 51,533 0 0 712 0 170,968 173,770 115,585 1,262 35,298 152,145 7,327 736 160,208 0 122,343 960 40,153 163,456 9,799 6,487 179,742 0 160,208 179,742 170,968 10,760 173,770 $ 5,972 Maple Valley Board of Education SPECIAL MEETING • SEPTEMBER 23, 1985 Present: Hawkins, Baker, Lehman, Sleeper, Tobias, Cole and Wolff Absent: Ossenheimer 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by D. Hawkins, President. 2. Communications: Letter read by the superinten­ dent from Grand Valley State College acknow­ ledging Maple Valley's outstanding performance in the ninth annual band day which was held at Grand Valley September 14, 1985. Maple Valley placed fourth in the event. 3. Settle Agreement: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Sleeper to have the president and secretary of the board sign the settlement agreement between James L. Erwin and Alberta Erwin, plaintiffs, and the Maple Valley District Board of Education, and Tom Mateer. Ayes: All. Absent: Ossenheimer. Motion carried. 4. Chain Link Fence: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Lehman to replace the fence at Maple­ wood (east side). The 19 foot chain link fence will enclose the gate which is currently open, approximate cost $190.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 5. Community Survey: Present at the meeting were: Mr. David Donovan, State Department of Education; Mr. Lee Gerard, Assistant Superin­ tendent for Curriculum and Personnel for the Okemos Schools; Mr. Rick Kent, Curriculum Director for Charlotte Schools; Ms. Chris Mac­ Gregor, Arts Coordinator - Eaton Intermediate School District. This was a general review of the community survey with an open question and answer period following. The committee stressed the importance of community involvement advising their main concern was the need to establish a citizen's advisory committee to review the edu­ cational needs at Maple Valley. There was concensus of the board to begin immediate action to set up the advisory committee. 6. 7. Other Business: Comments were given by Irma Baker regarding her visits to the various school cafeterias. Adjournment: Time: 9:30 p.m. Motion made by Cole, supported by Tobias to adjourn the meet­ ing. Ayes: All. Motion carried. PAULA COLE, Secretary Board of Education �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 12 Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 12, 1985 The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held September 12, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Presi­ dent John Hughes. All present, G. Frith, R. Furlong, G. Kent. R. Harvey, C. Tobias and D. Chaffee. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the Public Hearing were read and approved. Motion by Frith, supported by Harvey that the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell....... 48.39 Consumers Power 67.10 (office)............... Consumers Power (street lights)... .1,180.40 Maple Valley News .. .125.29 Foote, Iles & Lloyd . .2,525.00 Blue Cross/Blue Shield .............. 626.34 Jackson Nationa 483.36 Hastings Office Supply 100.37 Arrow Overall................ 27.00 GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell....... ...28.51 Consumers Powe ..........0 Maple Valley Imp 312.97 Baker Lawn & Gorden .. 13.89 Electric Motor Service .135.32 Nashville Co-Op Elevator......................... 42.50 Kent Oil Co..................... 975.12 Powers Shell................... 12.00 Nashville Auto & Farm W1.T1 Nashville Hardware ...... 31.84 Carl's Market................... 87.69 Purity Cylinder.............. 31.02 Arrow Overall................ 20.60 Municipal Supply............ 33.00 CEMETERY Foote, Iles & Lloyd ...... 115.00 STREET DEPARTMENT Municipal Supply............ 60.75 Lakeland Asphalt Co. .116.00 Consumers Concrete Corp 176.95 HSV Redi-Mix Inc 438.76 Hometown Lumber Yard .6.12 Maple Valley Concrete .. 6.50 Scott Civil Engineering 459.65 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell................... 28.25 Blue Cross/Blue Shield .......... 313.17 Jackson National 263.60 Hastings Office Supply 227.40 Kent Oil Co................... 412.73 Powers Shell............... ...60.00 Mace Pharmacy........... ... 9.19 General Electric......... ..13.20 WATER and SEWER Michigan Bell (water) . .13.13 Michigan Bell (sewer) .110.23 Consumers Power (water)......... 251.58 Consumers Power (sewer).......... 189.48 Foote, Iles & Lloyd .. 1,725.00 Mace Pharmacy.. .... 6.61 Arrow Overall... ...15.00 Municipal Supply .393.97 R & F Industries.. ...16.35 The Penn Central Corp . 16.00 Chempace Corp..... ...60.29 Haviland................. 237.00 Jayda Construction Co........................... 12,557.02 Pleasant Telephone Ans 26.00 U.S. Postmaster............ 57.82 LIBRARY Foote, Iles & Lloyd ...... 115.00 The Department of Public Works report for the month of August, 1985 was submitted by Supt. Leon Frith. Carmon Tobias, on behalf of the Maple Valley Stu­ dent Council, was present to request a parade per­ mit for the Homecoming Parade. Motion by Kent, supported by Tobias to apply to the State Highway Department for a parade permit for M-66 from Philadelphia St. south to M-79, Fuller St. west to School St. (Fuller Street) on October 4, 1985 at 6:30 p.m. with controlled traffic on the trunkline. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by R. Furlong to let bids to put a new roof on the Putnam Public Library. Bids for roof, flashing and eve troughs must be sub­ mitted to Leon Frith by 4:30 p.m. on September 26, 1985. Must have proof of insurance. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by C. Tobias, supported by G. Frith to pay the Nashvile, Castleton, Maple Grove Transfer Sta­ tion $500.00. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by B. Harvey, supported by D. Chaffee to let the girl scouts use Central Park for an arts and crafts show on September 21 and 22. All ayes. Mo­ tion carried. Motion by Harvey, supported by Chaffee to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk September 26, 1985 FOR YOUR Insurance Needs ...on LIFE • HEALTH • IRA HOME and • AUTO — CALL — The Denny Smith Agency PHONE —852-1801 EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumos) GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <S THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST I 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 Local youths win awards in 4-H Rodeo By Nancy D. Thelen, Ex­ tension 4-H Agent Several Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club members earned awards in the first State 4-H Finals Rodeo held Sept. 21-22 at Michigan State Univer­ sity. Greg Flower of Charlotte was named All Around Cowboy in the senior division, and Mike Huver of Bellevue earned the Jr. All Around Cowboy title. Jamie Endsley of Bellevue was runner-up to the top award in the junior division. In the various senior division events, Greg Flower was second in Bareback Riding, third in Saddlebronc Riding and tied for third in Bull Riding. Garrett Madry from Bellevue earned second place in Saddlebronc Riding, sixth in Bareback Riding, and tied for fifth in Bull Riding. Thad Madry was fourth in Bareback Riding and fifth in Saddlebronc Eaton County residents can attend crafts workshops Eaton County adult and teen leaders are invited to attend a 4-H visual arts and crafts workshop Oct. 25-27 at Kettunen Center, the state’s leadership training facility in Tustin. The purpose of the workshop is to provide an opportunity for leaders to refine their skills and learn new arts and craft techniques to teach to other 4-H leaders and members. Visual arts sessions will include art and architecture, as well as basic elements of art. Participants in the workshop can choose to attend several sessions on such crafts as candlewicking.clay sculpturing, glass etching, drawing, and matting and framing pic­ tures. highlight of the A workshop will be the annual craft auction, which will be held Oct. 26. Art and craft pieces, supplies and other craft-related materials donated by participants, clubs, leaders and counties will be sold at the auction. Proceeds from the sale will be used to send the Michigan 4-H craft project winner to National 4-H Congress in Chicago. The workshop is sponsored by a grant from Citizens Commercial Savings Bank, Flint and The Cummings Fund, Fremont. Reservations are due Oct. 11. For more information about the workshop or any other 4-H activity, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service office, or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Celebrate Halloween with new ideas! There’s a way to encourage young Halloween trick-or-treaters to return home on time. Many communities have organized a contest, often called the “Trick or Treat Phone Squad”, which can be sponsored by churches, the P.T.A., clubs or the police. Children enter by submitting their names and telephone numbers. Names are drawn and the children telephoned. Those who answer the phone at a predetermined time such as 8 p.m. - win prizes for being home on time. This and other useful in­ formation about Halloween is from a booklet, “13 Great Ways to Celebrate Halloween”. Send 50 cents to cover first class postage and handling. Make check or money order payable to Halloween Booklet and send with your complete name and address to: Halloween Booklet, P.O. Box 746, Madison Square Station, New York, New York 10159. Please do no send stamps. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly NEW FLEA MARKET: sharpened and repaired, all Coopers Fleat Market, sizes. Also, new chains, all Bivens Rd., Nashville, MI. sizes. Complete line of Stihl 300 dealer lots. $5.50 each. chain saws, accessories and Free parking. Bring your service. Nashville Hardware garage sale things to the and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 crowd. Phone 517-852-1512. N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. Opening Oct. 4. Open Friday, (tfn) Saturday, Sunday. VERMONTVILLE NEWS 9— Charlotte. Lots of food covered three tables for the 7 p.m. potluck. Mrs. Sarojini Saxena and her husband are from Charlotte but were natives of India. They provided an interesting program on life in India. Their marriage _was arranged by their parents when they were infants. This arrangement cannot be changed. They were married in India in February and he came to Portland where his father had a business. She didn’t come until May but spoke eloquent English. She wore a beautiful red sari, and brought others to show the beautiful materials. The president Dorothy Carpenter served as a model to demonstrate how the six yards is draped for a sari. continued from page CROP LAND WANTED TO RENT: We need a total of 400 acres within a reasonable distance of our farm located at 7273 Dowling Rd. near M­ 66, Nashville. Call us and we will look at what you have to offer. Ed Zagman, Inc. Farm, 4301-19 Kalamazoo, S.E., Grand Rapids, Mi 49508. (616) 455-2220 or Marvin Mitchell, Farm Manager, 7273 Dowling Rd., Nashville, MI 49073. (616) 758-3454. (10-22)_ GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1 (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (10-1). HANDYMAN WORK WANTED: carpenter repairs, plumbing, repairs, yard work, roofing. 852-9537 (10-15). Riding. Wade Madry placed first in Breakaway Roping, and sixth in Saddlebronc Riding. Dan Laverty of Vermontiville took tenth place in Bareback Riding. Doug Verpooten from Ceresco tied for third place in Bull Riding. In the Senior Goat Tying event, Lisa Endsley of Bellevue took fifth place and Lisa Wheeler of Charlotte won sixth place. Endsley also recieved tenth place in Barrel Racing. The results in the junior events showed Mike Huver taking first in Bull Riding and in Barebacking Riding. Matt Huver earned sixth place in Bull Riding. Jamie Endsley, Bellevue, took seventh place in Bull Riding and third in Bareback Riding. Jason Maihofer, of Olivet, earned eighth place in Bull Riding. Barry Byington from Vermontville received ninth place in Bull Riding. Jason Byington took fourth place in the Junior Bareback Riding event. Kevin Heisler of Nashville was awarded sixth place in Bareback Riding. In the Junior Barrel Racing event, Shawn Eveland, from Bellevue, recieved fifth place. Shawn also earned an eighth place in Jr. Goat Tying, while Chris Gardner from Vermontville won fifth place in Goat Tying. The Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club had more con­ testants invited to par­ ticipate in the Finals Rodeo than any other 4-H Rodeo Club in Michigan. Congratulations to all the members who so well represented the county. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS October 2 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office. October 6-12 - National 4-H Week. October 7 - MAEH Council, 1:30 p.m., Extension Office. October 8 - New 4-H Fishing Club, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. October 9 - 4-H Horse Leaders Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m, Extension Office. October 9 - “Getting Acquainted with Tofu”, 10 a.m.; “The Latest Trends in Clothing Care”, 1 p.m., Community Bldg., Hastings. These programs are open to all and are no charge. October 10-13 - Michigan Horse Show Association Youth Show, Detroit. October 11-12 - 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. Oct. 15 - Fair Improvement Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office. October 16 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Oct. 19 - 4-H Dairy Hayride, 7:30 p.m., Steve Stampler residence, Dowling. Oct. 21 - County 4-H Rabbit Meeting, 7 p.m., small room of Community Building. Oct. 21 - Barry County Agricultural Society Annual Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Thursday, Oct. 3 - 6:30 p.m. Greek Extravaganza, Kardel Hall, reservations required, $4 person. For further in­ formation call 543-2310 or 372-5594. Saturday, Oct. 5 -10-12 Shooting Sports - Firearms, Bellevue Conservation Club. 1-3 Archery, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Oct. 7-12 - NATIONAL 4-H WEEK. Monday, Oct. 7 - 8:00 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 8- 7:30 p.m. 4-H Dairy Banquet, 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 9:30 a.m. “Pressures On Children, How Can We Help”, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Call 543-2310 or 372-5594 to sign up. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Charlotte. Thursday, Oct. 10 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Thursday, Oct. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Teen Club, 4-H Building Auditorium Fairgrounds. Saturday, Oct. 12 - Apple Drying Demonstrations, Country Mill 1 & 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. 4-H Family Roller Skating Night, Adams Skating Center, Charlotte. Wednesday, Oct. 23 - 7-9 p.m. Holiday Crafts & Trim Program. Advance registration required. Monday, Oct. 28 - 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. MAEH Fall Tour to Grand Rapids. Meet at Eaton County Fairgrounds. Advance registration required. •New Construction •Service* Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all ofEaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens^ ** �Th* Mopl* Valley News, Nashvlll*, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 13 From our readers To the Editor: I am one of the tax payers along Reed Street in Nash­ ville. The village is putting new walks on the south side of our street. The old walks might have been better left in as they were smoother. There are so many toe catchers and gobs of cement left on them that the new ones are no where as smooth as the old ones. I will admit there were some that needed replacing but not all. In most of these, smooth squares have been dug up to make rough ones in their place. Nashville does need smooth walks and nearly every street has bad walks where they are either broken or raised by tree roots. I have a witness whom the village worker told that some of mine weren’t bad but he didn’t want to work around them. Do you think this is a very good attitude? The village worker by passed the side walk east of the dentist office that is very rough. I mean it has big holes like it was eaten up by salt in winter to melt ice or by too much clay in the gravel when it was poured. On some the worker has partially chiseled the toe catchers off to make the old match the ones he just put in. Thank You Ola Osterman 418 Queen St. ----- 0------ To The Editor: The Maple Valley Com­ munity Education program is well underway this fall and it is difficult to find the words to thank all of you who help us in so many ways. I want to thank the staff of the Maple Valley News who are so gracious about printing our news releases, and helping us with our advertising. It is a pleasure to work with them! I also want to thank all of the business people in this area who are so willing to ’<irc2ik;hita post our signs and pass out our information. The staff of the Maple Valley schools also has been very willing to help us, not only in the fall, but year around. I cannot begin to list all of the staff who have been partofthis program. The list wold grow to long! My thanks go to all of you! I thoroughly enjoy working with the people of Maple Valley. Kay Hartzler, Coor. Maple Valley Community Education To the Editor: Have you petitioned “our” Ms. Vogel admits in her local school board to allow recent letter that infanticide Real sex education to be and euthanasia have in­ taught - not the “acceptable” creased along with legal Home and Family Living? abortions. Does she really Have you talked with an believe if Wade vs. Roe were unbiased legislator (no, I overturned that more babies don’t mean Robert Bender) would be “saved”? about the cost, to society, of Naive? You Bet!! not only abortion but the Ms. Vogel should continue unwanted, uncared for her research and find out children. Someone has to first how many women have pick up the tab. Have you died from having backstreet, came forward voluntarily butcher shop, coat hanger and said, ‘Oh yes, I’d be abortions. happy to pay more taxes to Her use of the term cover the increase in “killing” is placing the welfare?” blame on women instead of Or have you spent your the society. time and money harassing The fact that Right to Life men and women at clinics is still making noises proves who’ve already lived that they’ve done nothing through making a tough But make noise. decision. Have you, Right to Lifers, And one last thing, always compiled information remember - If abortion can packets to pre-teens and be prohibited, it can be teens about the “Respon­ mandated.! sibility of Having Sex”? Jan Kalnbach of Nashville and Battle Creek Area Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Organization For Women BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 !4" pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2''-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Never allow extra riders on a tractor by Allen P. Krizek, County Extension Director Though children love to ride on tractors with an adult, it should never be allowed - the risk is too high. “The majority of children who fall off tractors are killed, so why take the chance?” says Howard Doss, Michigan State University Extension agricultural safety specialist. Tractors are not equipped with extra seats or footholds, so there is nothing for an extra rider to use for sup­ port. Tractors have no suspension, so the ride is, at best, bumpy. These combine to increase the likelihood that an extra rider will fall off and be crushed under the tractor’s rear wheel. Doss warns that there is little chance of surviving being run over by a tractor. They are heavy - weighing from 2,500 to 15,000 pounds — and the tires are designed to be aggressive when contacting the soil. Riding on an adult’s lap or standing on the platform not only endangers the child who is riding along, but it also distracts the tractor operator and blocks his-her vision. Parents should stress to children and others wanting Booster's prize winners named Local Amway distributors wish to thank those who have already started to support the Maple Valley Athletic’s Boosters by purchasing Amway products. ' ACTION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne. Offering painting classes on wooden objects. Geese, barns, bears, hearts, baskets, etc. Also sweatshirt painting, stenciling, quilting, candlewicking, artdough, basket weaving. Classes start Oct. 1, 9 a.m. to noon. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 9 to noon, 1:30 to 3:30 and from 6 to 9 p.m.. $4 per class plus supplies. Call 945-2387 or 852­ 9112. (10-15)_______________ COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE Custom programs and lessons. 852­ 1784 Nashville. (10-1) Winners of the door prizes from the Produce Fair held Sept. 28 were Mrs. Rex Royston, Mr. Russell Smith and Mr. Gary Reid. By buying products from the following distributors the difference between wholesale and retail will be given to the boosters. Con­ tact Pat Carmoney, 852-9806; Frankie Reid, 852-9238; or Diane Heyboer, 852-1702. a ride that driving a tractor is not a recreational activity, but rather an important, and potentially hazardous, part of working on a farm. Tractor safety courses are offered by local 4-H organizations and by school systems with vocational agriculture programs. If parents wish to instruct their children on how to drive the family tractor, time should be set aside during non-peak or non-working hours, Doss advises. Doss would like to see every parent skip giving rides to one generation — their children. This may break a tradition, but it will save lives and terminate the excuse, “I did it, so my children can, too.” Application deadline approaching for students seeking Academy nominations High School juniors and seniors interested in at­ tending one of the nation’s service academies following their high school graduation have only one month left to submit their applications for nomination to Congressman Howard Wolpe.. Students interested in admission to the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine, or Coast Guard academies in 1986 should write directly to Congressman Wolpe’s Battle Creek office (1860 West Columbia, Battle Creek, MI 49014) by Oct. 31, to express their interest. An explanation of application procedures will then be mailed to individuals ex­ pressing an interest in the various officer training programs. All applicants will be in­ terviewed by members of the Third Congressional District Academy Nominating Committee - a 21 member, bipartisan panel established by Wolpe to review all applications for nomination. The Board is review all applications for nomination. The Board is comprised of local government officials, retired military personnel, and a cross-section of Third District residents. YOUR PRINTING ... is our Business! Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood School Monday, Oct. 7 Bar-B-Q on Bun, Corn, Pudding Pops, Fruit. Tuesday, Oct. 8 Hot Dogs, Fries, Fruit Jello, Raisins. Wednesday, Oct. 9 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Rolls and Butter, Peach Cobbler. Thursday, Oct. 10 Chicken Noodle Soup, Crackers, Juice Bars, Chicken Salad Sdw. Friday, Oct. 11 Pizza, Peas or Sweet Potato, Peaches. From business cards and forms to mag­ azines and newspapers, the printing that you need can be completed from start to finish at J-Ad Graphics. We have a full-line composition department with the latest technology in I typesetting equipment, backed by a printing ■ department that handes all sizes of printing ork. Call today for a profes­ sional consultation on our printing work. Maple Valley Schools Jr.-Sr. Monday, Oct. 7 Hot Dogs, French Fries, Peas, Pears, Cookie. Tuesday, Oct. 8 Wet Burritos or Regular, Green Beans, Plums. Wednesday, Oct. 9 Taco’s Lettuce and Cheese, Corn, Apple. Thursday, Oct. 10 Pizza, Mixed Veg., Ap­ plesauce. Friday, Oct. 11 Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Butter, Peaches, Soft Pretzels. Fuller Street Monday, Oct. 7 Hamburger, French Fries, Applesauce. Tuesday, Oct. 8 Lasagna or Chef Salad, Com, Fruit Choice, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Wednesday, Oct. 9 Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Peaches-, Butter Sandwich. Thursday, Oct. 10 Sloppy Joes or Macaroni Salad, Pickles, Fruit Jello. Friday, Oct. 11 Pizza, Corn, Applesauce. — PHONE — 945-9554 Graphics 1952 North Broadway Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, October 1, 1985 — Page 14 Nashville bridge completed The new bridge over Quaker Brook on Francis Street has now been completed in Nashville, which bears a plaque (left) listing the names of the Nashville council members who approved the project. The new bridge was part of the Federal Critical Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program. The Michigan Critical Bridge Program will pay 80 percent of the total cost, while state and local agencies pay 10 percent each. Nashville's share of the project amounts to nearly $16,000. COUNCIL, continued from apge one Department in Hastings if no local officer answered the Nashville police phone before three rings had completed. According to Sgt. Gene Koetje and council member Carl Tobias, the telephone system could not handle such a transfer of calls due to Nashville being in the “517” area code and Hastings in the “616” area code. Koetje will explore the possibility of the Nashville police obtaining a Hastings telephone number, which would be included in the “616” area code. Hughes announced to the council that he will appear at a pre-trial courthearing with part-time Nashville resident James Erwin on October 9. Erwin is suing the village regarding a state order Mandating sewer hook up by all Nashville residents living in the village and residents within 200 feet of the village limits. Erwin apparently claims the sewer stub does not extend to his property, and he has not hooked up to the system. The suit has been in the process for about two years. In other business, the council: —Voted to seek bids for village refuse removal. Bids are due October 23 at 5 p.m. —Approved the payment of $1,000 to the cemetery board. —Approved a quarterly payment of $2,500 be made to the fire board, and $100 to the ambulance board. —Agreed to reinvest a water bond CD and a library bond at the best possible interest rates. The $26,474 plus interest water bond is at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan and the library fund is $9,661.22 plus interest. —Approved a request by the Nashville Christian Academy to sell Christmas trees in Nashville’s Central Park, beginning November 29 until December 24. The school will sell the trees from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; and until 9 p.m. on Saturdays and Fridays. Nash introduces bill offering help for law enforcement officers Legislation introduced recently in the Michigan House of Representatives by State Representatives Er­ nest Nash (R-Dimondale) would require police officers who kill lawbreakers in the line of duty to be relieved of their services for a minimum of six months and receive psychiatric coun­ seling and worker’s com­ pensation benefits. Nash’s two-bill package would also prevent law enforcement authorities from denying the officer a promotion based on the slaying instance by removing it from the of- ficer’s service record. “Whenever a policeman or policewoman kills anyone in the line of duty, there is a profound psychological impact on that individual that requires professional counseling,” Nash, a former Michigan State Trooper, explained. “Police offiers really need to be taken out of action for a period of time to recover from the reality of taking another person’s life. “This legislation would also allow the police officer to receive psychological or psychiatric counseling while collecting worker’s com­ pensation. It is an emotionally disabling ex­ perience, and it is the state’s responsibility to see to it that they receive the propre care,” Nash added. “Whether they believe they need it or not is beside the point. Police officers are strong-willed people and might shy away from ad­ mitting that they need counseling. That is why a mandatory leave of absence for at least six months is well advised.” Nash also explained that a police officer should not be denied a promotion based on the fact that he or she killed someone while in the line of duty. “This legislation would also protect the service record of a law enforcement official by prohibiting the use of a previous slaying against the officer in determing a promotion,” Nash said. “Police work is tough, and every police officer can be faced with a life-threatening situation. We need to protect our police forces a much as they protect us, and that is precisely what this legislation is designed to do.” Legislative Weekly Report— The All-American Apple Pie came from England with the early settlers. Because every colonial housewife knew how to make it, early American cookbooks seldom included a recipe for a basic apple pie. The one given here, thickened with corn starch, might well be labeled today’s All-American Apple Pie. APPLE PIE 3/4 cups sugar pastry 1 tablespoon Argo corn 2 pounds apples, cored, starch peeled, sliced (about 6 1 teaspoon ground cups) cinnamon 1 tablespoon lemon 1 tablespoon margarine juice 1 recipe double crust Roll out one-half of pastry on lightly floured surface to 11inch circle. Line 9-inch pie plate with pastry allowing 1-inch overhang. In large g. bowl,gtoss with , apple pp slices and lemon juice. e. IIn small bowl, stir together sugar, corn starch and cinnamon. Spoon apple mixture into pastry-lined plate. Dot with margarine. Roll remaining pastry to 12-inch circle. Cover pie with py; pastry; seal and flute g . edge. If desired, , reroll excess p y; pastry; cut out apple shape. Place in center of top crust. If desired, brush crust lightly with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Make several slits in top crust to permit steam to escape. Bake in 425°F over 50 minutes or until crust is golden and apples tender. Makes 1 (9-inch) pie. ORGAN DONATIONS WOULD EASE SHORTAGE Legislation, H.B. 4965, that would require hospital personnel to ask families of patients who die to authorize the use of the patients’ organs for transplants has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. Many hospitals have already adopted such procedures in an effort to ease the shortage of available organs for transplants. NEW DRIVER’S LICENSES FOR MINORS - Beginning this week, all driver’s licenses and personal indentification cards issued by the Office of the Secretary of State to minors will carry the words “Under 21” above the photo. All first­ time licenses issued to minors will expire when the licensee reaches the age of 21, rather than the existing four-year period. LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WOULD RECEIVE COUNSELING, BENEFITS Police officers who kill lawbreakers in the line of duty would be required to leave their jobs for a minimum of six months to receive psychiatric counseling and evaluation, as well as worker’s compensation benefits under a two-bill package introduced last week in the Michigan House of Representatives. House Bills 5001 and 5002 would also prevent law enforcement authorities from denying the officer a promotion based on the leave of absence. SULFITE ALERTS WILL BE POSTED - The Michigan Department of Agriculture will soon begin implementing emergency rules requiring the posting of notices relating to sulfite use in foods. Sulfites are widely used in restaurants and grocery stores to enhance the appearance of raw foods, but can cause allergic reactions to some sensitive in­ dividuals, particularly asthmatics. EMERGENCY YOUTH CORPS SQUAD - Recent severe flooding in the Flint area has prompted the governor to extend a special emergency Michigan Youth Corps squad past the Sept. 30 expiration date of the summer work program. Youth Corps workers are aiding in the clean-up of the disaster area by cleaning open drains that are clogged with trees, brush and debris. The members of the special squad, who are paid an hourly wage, were unable to work earlier this month because of the flood damage, and the extension will not cost the state any additional funds. FEDERAL CRIME PREVENTION GRANTS The Federal Justice Assistance Act of 1984 is helping to fund 41 various crime prevention projects across the state. The grants, totaling $1,865,000 will help fund county and com­ munity projects aimed at curbing crime. NOTICE TO BID The Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on a 5 year Refuse Contract. Specifications as follows: 1. Must have valid landfill license. 2. Must have D.N.R. and Michigan State Health Department Licnese 3. Must have liability insurance. 4. Hauler is responsible for billing and collection. 5. Bids for both bag system and can pick up. 6. Hauler must provide services for spring clean up. 7. Hauler must comply with Village Ordinance No. 1-22-81. Sealed bids to be submitted to the Village Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. SUSAN M. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 13 — Tuesday, October 8, 1985 Opera House millage proposal being studied By Shelly Sulser Vermontville Township voters could be faced with a tax increase decision next year as township officials study the possibility of requesting a special one-mill tax for Opera House repairs. The request for the special one-mill tax increase was made by Vermontville Chamber of Commerce President Pat O’Dell, in hopes of generating enough funds to restore the historic landmafk. O’Dell and other members of Vermontville’s and Sesquicentennial Committee and the Teen Recreation Was. Committee hope to restore the building for use as a community building where such activities as dances and other events could be held. The one-mill increase would generate about $16,604 each of the four-years it is levied. -Van’s one one Although O’Dell made the request to the Vermontville hfir tn??4 ,a« Township board September r r„ mances in tn 26, no action was taken by w jis oper « a ib f r l o ea w % j ,n i the board other than general a Pubn< consensus to study the procedure for putting the proposal on the November, 1986 ballot. When she made the request for the ballot proposal, O’Dell asked the board for one-half mill for six-years or one-mill for The Vermontville Opera House is 87 years old, and four-years. is considered a historic site by the State of Michigan. Township Clerk Janice gS. XpStipSti- sa Baker said the board agreed to investigate the one-mill, four-year proposal. In order to get the proposal on the ballot, the board would first have to pass a resolution to request the mill. Then the board would have to take the newly adopted resolution to an attorney who would insure that the wording was legally correct. The attorney would then have to approve the resolution which would also have to be publicized before actually being voted on by the township’s registered voters. Before deciding that a special millage should be requested, the recreation committee discussed the possibility of constructing a new community building, but rejected the idea after examining the cost involved. While the board studies the possibility of a tax increase for the Opera House, an alternative plan is being explored by long-time village resident Hildred Peabody. Peabody is currently gathering in- formation in preparation for submitting an application to the State of Michigan for a special Michigan Equity Grant. “We have to establish cost figures as far as what needs tto be done (to the Opera House),” Peabody said. For example, “If we want the electricity done then we’ll have to give a cost figure for that.” The grant application must be filed by November 1, she said. Peabody said she is not sure what chance Ver­ montville has of getting the grant, noting that there is only a certain dollar amount available and other cities are competing for the funds. O’Dell said the first priorities when upgrading the building for public use include bringing the elec­ trical wiring up to code, roof repairs, the installation of a ramp for the handicapped and plumbing repairs. But, “the main thing is to get the electric up to code before (the syrup) festival,” O’Dell said. “Then later we can go from there.” Although both the village and township budget a certain amount for the Opera House each year, O’Dell claims “it’s not enough”. Looking ahead, O’Dell said once the proposal is passed, she would like the Opera House project to be a community project. “We hope to get volunteers from the community,” she said, “the more volunteers we get, the less it (the repairs) will cost." A landmark to the com­ munity of Vermontville as well as to the state, the village’s Opera House is located on South Main Street, and houses the Vermontville Township Public Library in its basement. Built in 1898, the historic structure was for­ merly used as a place to hold graduation ceremonies, church services, boy scout meetings, school dances, plays, and other school activities, as well as movies and melodramas. Robert Christensen, National Register CoorContinued on Page 3 Car travels 515 feet out of control, driver uninjured A Grand Ledge man was uninjured late Thursday after he lost control of his vehicle on M-66 near Bayne Road. The vehicle traveled out of control for a total of 515 feet, said a spokesperson Monday at the Barry County Sheriff’s Department. Frank Zela of Grand Ledge told deputies that he was northbound on M-66 when he swerved to avoid hitting something and left the pavement. Zela then traveled 300 feet off the road before coming back onto the pavement, driving out of control for another 90 feet until he left the east shoulder, 24 feet to the ditch and 39 feet to where he became airborne. Zela’s vehicle reportedly traveled 42 feet while airborne. The car then went 72 feet out of control across Bayne Road, and continued 24 feet until the car came to rest in an east side ditch. Zela sustained no visible injuries. He was ticketed for allegedly driving 86-miles per hour in a 55 mph zone. Vermontville Lions plan free dinner for senior citizens next Monday The driver of this car miraculously escaped injury after he traveled 515 feet out of control and was airborne at one point of the mishap. The Vermontville Lions Club will be sponsoring a free dinner for senior citizens at 7 p.m. next Monday (Oct. 14) at the Congregational Church. The complete family-style meal will feature ham and turkey. After the dinner, there will be an excellent program by Pat Dollin, a professional singer. If you are a senior citizen who would like to attend the dinner, please make reservations by calling 726­ 0670. “Everything is free and we hope to see all our senior citizens,’’ said a spokesman from the club. The Vermontville Opera House could be undergoing extensive refurbishment next year, should Vermontville Township voters approve a special millage for the old structure. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October"®, 1985 — Page 2 Winners named in Sixty-nine Maple Valley junior and senior high students have passed a battery of six physical fit­ ness tests to earn certificates and patches, while two were able to break school fitness test records.. Deanna Hagon, a fresh­ man, set a new school record for the freshman class, after she completed the shuttle run exercise in a time of 8.9 seconds. Not only did she break that record, but also set a new record for the 600 yard run, when she com­ pleted it in 1 minute, 50 seconds. Eighth grader Arnie Stall broke her class record in the shuttle run with a time of 9.6 ■fl fitness tests seconds. The AAHPEft rY*outh Fitness Test co sts of six test items design^ to give a measure of physBakfjitness for both boys amT^B fri grades 5-12. The tests were selected to evaluate specific aspects of physical status which, taken together, give an over-all picture of the Junior physical fitness test award winners are: (front row) Robert Allen; (se­ cond row) Tammy Ashley, Lisa Long, Kristin Reid, Darci Elliston, Kerri Lamie, Arnie Stall, Lynette Thompson and Mickey Shilton; (third row) Cherri Trowbridge, Steve Bowen, Jason Mishler, Mike Dennis, Brandon Roscoe, Emily Butler and Ron Stambaugh; (fourth row) Sheryl Finkler, Michelle Ledbetter, Dawn Othmer, Mike Marshall, Shawn Carpenter, Tracy Thomas, Seth Sprinkle and Carrol Stacey. (Maple Valley News photos by Shelly Sulser) Senior high students winnings award for physical fitness are: (front from left) Cody Matson, Michael Cheeseman, Deanna Hagon and Bob Hill; (second row) Aaron Walker, Michelle Reid, Darcy McGhan, Tammy Morrison, Pam Birman, Tracy Degroot, Sean Bitgood, Greg Flower, and Bill Gillig; (third row) Jennifer Robotham, Melissa Harris, Joe Sprague, Jeremy Brace, Tom Brock, John Clifford, Manuel Moreno, Jody Garrett and Lesley Dipert; (fourth row) Brian Schriver, Greg Shoup, Jeff Wetzel, Bob Wood, Tom Wood, Stephanie Whitmore, Karris True, Matt Forell, and Mark Goodrich, (fifth row) Greg Olmstead, Shannon Red­ mond, Kris Fraley, Brenda Sixberry, Angela Smith, Maria Trowbridge, Pam Williams, and Brenda Ward. How can you insure replacement of your mobile home without depreciation? No problem. Auto-Owners Mobile Home Policy offers replacement cost coverage without depreciation to qualified mobile homes. 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Junior high level students who earned physical fitness awards are: Sheryl Finkler, Michelle Ledbetter, Dawn Othmer, Mike Marshall, Shawn Carpenter, Tracy Thomas, Seth Sprinkle, Carrol Stacey, Cheri Trowbridge, Steve Bowen, Jason Mishler, Mike Dennis, Brandon Roscoe, Emily Butler, Ron Stambaugh, Michael Schantz, Tammy Ashley, Lisa Long, Kristin Reid, Darci Elliston, Kerri Lamie, Arnie Stall, Lynette Thompson, Mickey Shilton, Kevin Cheeseman and Robert Allen. Senior high fitness award Special * * * BINGO Tim Date Teresa Jones 3:00 p.m. Oct. 13th Sponsored by... The Auxiliary to Putt *8260 Nushvillt, Ml. for... 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Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday: Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 a.m. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. P.M. Worship 6 p.m. Thursday: Wed. Bible Study & Bible Study.......... 8 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE CHURCH OF THE HAZAREHE 250 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a Jn’.* Worship.................. 7 p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIOHAL CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road 110 S. Main, Vermontville ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Morning Worship 11 a.m.Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m.S Au. Mnda. S y eSr cvhiocoel . ervce.. . 11 a.m. Wednesday: P.M. Service....... 7 p.m. AWANA.......... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. 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ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED CHURCH 108 N. Main; Vermontville Church Service ..11 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �Pat’s Sugar Hut. Craft items and help are needed. Vermontville news by Ava Kroger How The Leaves Came Down By Susan Coolidge “I’ll tell you how the leaves came down. The Great Tree to his children said; “You’re getting sleepy, Yellow and Brown, It is quite time to go to bed.” “Ah,” begging each silly, pouting leaf, “Let us a little longer stay “Dear Father Tree, behold our grief, “Tis such a very pleasant day “We do not want to go away.” The great bare tree looked down and smiled, “Good night, dear little leaves,” he said. And from below each sleepy child Replied “Goodnight” murmur red, “It is so nice to go to bed.” and Coming Events Thursday, Oct. 10 - Senior Citizens noon potluck and Bingo at Griswold Room. Saturday, Oct. 12 - UMYF is planning a bike-a-thon to raise funds. Sunday, Oct. 13 - Hymn sing at Mulliken for area at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14 - Lion’s club free dinner for Senior Citizens. See notice elsewhere in MV News. Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Area Senior Citizens 1 p.m. lunch at Maple Valley H.S. Program to follow on Self­ Protection. Monday, Oct. 24 - Garden Club at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 1-2 Methodist Bazaar and Bake Sale at Former businessman joins newspaper staff 7777 Former Nashville businessman Jerry Johnson has joined the advertising sales staff of J-Ad Graphics, Inc. in Hastings. He will be handling retail advertising sales for the Hastings Reminder, Hastings Banner and the Maple Valley News. His primary sales area will include Nashville, Vermontville, Lake Odessa and Hastings. Johnson, 45, operated Johnson’s Furniture in Nashville for 20 years, closing the business in 1981. He is a graduate of Nashville High School and received a marketing and retailing degree from Ferris State College. Following college, he worked for F.W. Woolworth in Grand Rapids. Prior to joining J-Ad Graphics, he worked for Klingman’s Furniture in Grand Rapids. Johnson and his wife, Jan, have two children; Scott, 20, a student at Lake Superior State College, and Lisa, 14, a freshman at Maple Valley High School. Jan is head teller for Comerica Bank in Nashville. Glow-in-the-Dark HALLOWEEN COSTUMES /Vso...Many Halloween Patterns and Fabrics 218 E. State Street East of Michigan Ave. In Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN Mon-Sat 9-5:30, Fri till 7 am The Vermontville and Sunfield communities were shocked Friday to hear that Vernon McDonald, 73, had passed away while on Firster’s New England trip. They had left Vermontville on Monday and were at a motel at Portland, Maine on Thursday. Some of the group were in the swimming pool where he passed away from a heart attack and all efforts to revive him were in vain. His body was flown hack to the Mapes-Fisher Funeral Home in Sunfield. Services were held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Vermontville First Congregational Church. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family. Leslie Boldrey ofNashville was also on that trip and I understand he fell and hurt his hip. They expect to be home on Saturday. Martha Zemke, Iva Reed, Iva Rogers and Ava Kroger are attending the Eaton County Retired Teachers luncheon and program today, Oct. 8 at Eaton Rapids Methodist Church. On Sept. 27, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict, ac­ companied by Mary Jo Brimmer, called on Cherry Adams at Foote Hospital, Jackson where she was recuperating from gall bladder surgery. They then proceeded to N. Manchester, Ind. and they and Karen Rishel and Eric of Delphi, Ind. accompanied Iris Wion to New Orleans, Louisiana, where they attended the Sunday evening wedding of Kalpana Das to Don Newmiller. Kalpana is the daughter of Sunil and Merial Das of Ann Arbor. They had time to do some sightseeing in this beautiful city also and returned home Sept. 30. On Tuesday, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict enjoyed dinner with the Kiwanis Manor residents and showed some of their pictures from an ’84 trip to Europe. Wednesday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Carrol Benedict, honoring Carrol’s birthday were Mr. and Mrs. Evert Steward of rural Charlotte and Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Benedict were Friday night and Saturday guests of the Leroy Wion family in N. Manchester, Ind. They at­ tended a N. Manchester Invitational cross country track meet. Tim and Tam Wion were both runners. We are happy to see Gary Reed able to be out again and look forward to the time when Nina will be able to come too. Opera House, Continued dinator for the Bureau of History for the Department of State, said according to his records, the present building occupies the site where the original structure stood before it was destroyed by fire. Christensen said this information was provided by an unidentified long-time Vermontville resident. Christensen said the present building is one of several dozen of its kind in the state ofMichigan. Today, some of those remaining historic buildings have various uses, such as one in Grand Ledge that houses a furniture store. One interesting feature of the Vermontville Opera House, said Christensen, is the old Oleo Curtin that used to be used there. “There are very few of these around,” said the historian. Christensen said the curtain may have had old ads for local businesses around the edge and a painted scene in the middle. “It would make an in­ teresting feature if it were still there.” Having seen the Ver­ montville building himself, Christensen was impressed with its appearance. “It’s an unusually hand­ some building of its kind,” he Some needed repairs for the old building include electrical, roof and plumbing repairs. A wheelchair ramp for the handicapped is also a goal. said. He noted that with the Maple Grove Birthday stone staircase, and the multi-paned windows in tact Club meeting Tuesday on the outside, the building is Maple Grove Birtday Club “definitely handsome” meeting Tuesday, Oct. 15 at compared to some of the Diane Williams home on more modest structures of Coats Grove Rd. Ila Gray co­ that time that had wooden hostess, Arlene Cheesman framed building fronts. bringing birthday cak. Potluck dinner 12:30 p.m. YOUR PRINTING ... is our Business! 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If you have had a birthday during the month of October, indicate this when you make your reservation. — phone — 945-9554 1952 North Broadway Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1985 — Page 4 Former editor tells of 1914 journey We spent a day of won­ derful sameness of scenery between San Antonia and El Paso, a barren, flat country, on which in some miraculous way cattle seem to thrive. We had expected to spend a day at El Paso, but we heard such bad reports on the train of civic conditions, including hold-ups, drunkeness, rioting, etc., that we decided to pass it up, so we stayed on the train. Here’s something I want to break to you gently, for I know it will be hard for some of my friends to believe. I was up early enough the next Santa Cruz, Calif. morning to see a beautiful Jan. 23,1914 Arizona sunrise. I had crawled out of my berth and Dear Readers: Let me see. I’ve nearly into my clothes when the forgotten where I last left train stopped at a station. I you, but I think I told you all went outside and found the I know about Galveston and station to be Tucson, and as I Houston, the two live wires walked up and down the of Texas, so I will start in station platform the sun was there and review the route just peeing over the hills. All puffed up with pride at from there westward. Shortly after leaving my early rising, I looked at Houston we passed through my watch and it recorded 20 the rice lands of Texas, low minutes to eight, so I prairie country, but said to dropped my strut and be wonderfully fertile. We sneaked into breakfast. The saw it at a bad time, for sun is apparently as lazy in following the unusually this Arizona and Western heavy rainfall of December Texas country as the funny the country was partially little burros they ride and covered with water, yet we drive. From Tucson westward we saw several outfits threshing rice, west of the Brazos rode all day long through a River. Stations are small painted country of hills and and far apart in this country, desert plains. I visited on the and the country flat and train with a French Catholic uninteresting. priest who lived at Marfa, in San Antonia is one of the Western Texas, who told me thriving cities of Texas, with that his section of the a population of over 100,000, country had gone through is the center of a rich region one period of four years producing cotton, cattle, without any rain, although mules and other livestock. It for the past two years they is one of the oldest Spanish had received an occasional cities of the Southwest, and shower. Truly a desolate is noted for its missions. The country, parched and Southern Pacific has a barren. Yet I can understand beautiful station here in the how one could come to love mission architecture, and the majestic hills, rocky and the famous Alamo, where barren as they are. Davy Crockett died, stands Along in the afternoon the in a well-kept plaza in the train stopped for a few heart of the town. minutes at Yuma, in a (The following is the second installment of a series of “letters home” written by the late Len W. Feighner, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1888­ 1928, during a 1914 cross­ country train trip. Ac­ companied by his wife Stella, Feighner toured the South, Southwest and the West Coast before heading to the Northwest, and home via Canada. In this episode the Feighners are joined in California by daughter Vada and Dr. and Mrs. C.L. McKinnis.) section of the country which is coming to life since the establishment of the Laguma irrigation project. Several fat old squaws, squatted on blankets spread on the sand, did a thriving business while the train stopped here, selling bead work and other trinkets to the passengers, who piled off the train en masse to stretch their legs after a long and tiresome ride. An en­ terprising newsboy was cleaned out of his stock of Saturday Evening Posts and the Cosmopolitan magazines and skipped out whistling and jingling his coins. Back on the train again we dropped quickly down from the hills into Imperial Valley, a new wonderland which has been developed by irrigation and which is now the mecca of thousands of pilgrims from all over the country. The soil is won­ derfully rich and produces crops in unbelievably short time. Cities are building as by magic, and speculators are accumulating fortunes almost over night. All of this Imperial Valley is from 200 to 300 feet below sea level. The finest can­ taloupes in the world are grown here, and they ripen in May. Grapes grow in clusters from cuttings in 18 months and ripen in June. In early evening we passed by Salton Sea, an imense body covering over 200 square miles, which was formed by the Colorado River breaking through its banks several years ago and flowing for two years into this great basin before the river could again be confined to its original channel. For the first time in three days we saw green fields, and the passengers clapped their hands in delight at the welcome picture seen from the windows. After the long journey through desert lands, this entry through the SteIla and Len Feighner (4th and 5th from left in this photo) were joined at Los Angeles during their 1914 trip by their daughter, Vada, standing 6th from left. The party of friends who greeted the Feighners at L.A. came down from Seattle Matkn n ?.ip rou9.h enou9h so they are quite content to return by rail," noted the Nashville News editor in a letter to his readers. Long Beach was among the "many interesting places" visited by the Len Feighners during their 1914 California stay. Perhaps they, too, enjoyed a moon­ light stroll along the auditorium pier, as seen in this scenic post card of that era. Leaving Los Angeles, the Feighners stopped at Santa Cruz, where, according to Len, "every piece of real estate" in the country with the "worst roads in the world" was for sale at "fancy prices". produce, while the raising of mountains into the green and golden wonders of Southern California is like coming through the gate of the palace of dreams into Ar­ cadia. It is like rediscovering the garden of Eden. It makes me have a feeling akin to home sickness - not that I want to leave it but that I wish with all my heart that you might be here with me, to enjoy with me the rare beauty of mid-winter among great palms and palmettos, magnolias, roses, lilies, violets and all the profusion of other flowers and tropical foliage, the blue of the summer sky and the green of the restless water as the tide ebbs and flows and the creamy surf break on the white sands of the beach. Los Angeles and its surroundings are wonderful one grand fairy land. We got in late in the evening and met our dear ones from the North, who had come down frdna Seattle by boat, and had a trip rough enough so they are\quite content to return by ra Dr. and Mrs. C. L. McK nis and Vada Feighner we in their party, and after a g od visit which lasted well ino the nightt, we hied to bed, anxious to be up early in the morning to see the sights of this wonderful country. No pen save that of a poet and dreamer can ever paint a worthy word picture of this winter paradise. It is a hustling city with all the energy of our own Detroit, set down in the most beautiful of environment. It is really planted among the mountains and foothills, in a tropical country which sweeps down to the sea, some twenty miles away. Our stay in Los Angeles was brief and we were unable to hunt up many friends we wanted to call upon, our time being fully taken up with side trips to the many thriving suburbs and ocean resorts. Among the many in­ teresting [daces visited were San Gabriel Mission, one of the oldest and most in­ teresting of the many along “El Camino Real,’’ the Old King’s Highway leading up along the Pacific coast from old Mexico to San Francico, Alhambra, Pasadena, Glendora, Monrovia, the great Cawston ostrich farm, Hollywood, the National Soldiers’ Home, Santa Monica, Playa del Rey, Redondo Beach, Ocean Park, Venice, Moonstone Beach, Long Beach and others. We missed the Mount Lowe trip, but visited Elysian park, whose magnificent heights are easily made by auto, though the driver must needs be careful not to spill his party over several hundred feet of landscape. We also visited the famous Busch gardens, private grounds of the estate of the late Adolphus Busch, the St. Louis brewer, which are open to the public. I helped pay for these gar­ dens, so felt as though I was entitled to see them. We passed through miles and miles of orange groves, golden with the ripening fruit, saw acres of flowers in bloom, bought violets at three big bunches for ten cents and carnations at three dozen for “two bits”. Fresh vegetables and fruits of all kinds are on every hand, in bounteous profusion. The ancient name for the town was “Puebla de la Reina de Los Angeles,” meaing the village of the Queen of the Angels. I don’t think she lives here now, though I saw many worthy of the name. But one Michigan girl would putthem all on the shelf, and that’s just the way I feel about it. Leaving Los Angeles with regret, for I would gladly have spent a few more days here, we pulled out for Santa Cruz, a summer resort town on Monterey Bay, said to have the most equable and delightful all-the-year-round climate of any place on the coast. They all said we struck it at a bad time, which proved true, for it rained nearly every day during our week’s stay. “Doctor Mac” had the bee in his bonnet that he wanted to buy a ranch in Santa Cruz country, and he no sooner let it be known than the real estate men were down on us like wolves on the fold. Santa Cruz consists of real estate men, with a few “hot tamale” dealers and other caterers to the wants of men thrown in for good measure. Every piece of real estate in Santa Cruz country is for sale, and the unwary “tenderfoot” needs to have all his wits about him unless he wants to pay fancy prices. We say most of the country with the real estate men, over what we guarantee to be the worst roads in the world. The country is all hills, valleys and gulches, the latter predominating, yet these steep hillsides and pretty valleys contain wonderfully productive soil. Among the principal crops grown are grapes, apples, olives, peaches, cherries, all sorts of berries and garden lemons, English walnuts, and other crops is rapidly becoming an important industry. On Saturday we went out to Ocean Cliffs and saw the old Paciffic in one of her angry moods, piling gigantic breakers up against the rocks and throwing spray into the air so that all spectators got a thorough (kenching. It was a glorious and majestic spectacle and well worth taking a good ducking to witness. One other afternoon, after I had tired of pounding over the rocky road with Doc, I put in down on the wharf, watching the fishing boats come in. Fishing is an im­ portant industry here, the principle catch being rock cod, which range from one to twenty pounds in weight. They are a splendid food fish and are caught in the bay and just outside in large numbers. During our stay in Santa Cruz, however, two large firms from San Francisco have sent fishing tugs and large crews of men down here and they are doing a big business seining sole and sand dabs outside the three mile limit. These fish are flat as a platter, and of much the same shape. The sole run from a half-pound to three and four pounds, and are fine eating, while the sand dabs are about the size of our Thornapple Lake calico bass, and a very similar flavor. The tugs go out about seven in the morning and get in about three of four in the afternoon, and they bring in about all the fish they dare load into the tugs. Santa Cruz is a really beautiful residence city, with a normal population of about 10,000, which is increased in the summer to about 15,000 by summer residents, who fill the cottages and summer hotels. For one who dislikes the hustle and hub-bub of a big city like Los Angeles, Santa Cruz should certainly prove a most enticing place to spend the summer. There are several other pretty resort towns along the shores of Monterey Bay, among them being Seabright, Twin Lakes, Capitloa, Monterey and Pacific Grove. A description of a most delightful trip over the Coast line and through the mountains from Santa Cruz to San Francisco, and of our visit to the earthquake city, I will leave for a later letter, if I can get up enough ambition in this lazy country to write one. (to be continued next week) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1985 — Page 5 389 Area volunteers help "To make the Best Better 4-H is vigorous , and suc­ cessful because of the volunteers who make the program work. Last work 305 4-H volun­ teer adult leaders and 84 teen leaders assisted 4-H youth on 4-H efforts, that’s an average value of $1,605 for each of our adult volunteers. They give four times the amount of support to the program than it receives from public ap­ propriations. It is this spirit of volunteerism that has contributed so much to our nation’s progress. There is also substantial involvement and assistance to 4-H programs by resource people, business, industry, agricultural and civic groups. 4-H, America's largest outof-school program for boys and girls, nine to 19, is the youth program of the Cooperative Extension Service. 4-H volunteers come from all backgrounds, educational levels and ex­ periences. 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Also the people Education and School of Vermontville as my System isn’t afraid to put the children have traveled annual financial report and audit report in the Maple thorugh the grades, and I Valley News. They want the really want to see my children bused, educated, people to know where our tax and grow through the rest of dollars are going. I have friends in other the grades at Maple Valley. school systems and I guess I No matter what, there will just realized how lucky we be the negatives and the are. doubts, but I feel positive I have a friend that is a about our school system. We school system where the sure could be a lot worse off buses aren’t running and without the support of its anymore for their children. people, we could end up like You should be able to relate “The Other Guy.” to the concern for their I graduated from Maple children’s education, Valley, and I want my because this may not be the children to. end of it. It breaks my heart I am a concerned and to see what is happening scared parent for my there because of mis- children’s future! management of school Pat Dennis Vermontville funds. When I see and hear what is going on, I feel proud To The Editor: to tell them and show them We would like to take a how it works at Maple moment to thank all those Valley. who made the Carpenter’s In this day and age, it is Den Teen Dances possible. hard for businesses to keep Thanks to the members of going, especially the Little the council, the local police, Guy, and no matter how we and the community, all try to ignore inflation, it concerned citizens, who affects everyone; busien- helped to make these dances sses, individuals, and a success. Schools, etc... our sincere appreciation No one wants to pay more goes out to the chaperones taxes. No one ever wants to who have volunteered their believe that more taxes will time gladly in the interest of make that much of a dif­ our young people. They are: ference, but I feel it will. Pat O’Dell, Bea Gillespie, I’m really concerned! Our Jim and Joyce Peterson, schools can only do just so Doug Durkee, Pat Dooling, much but, if something isn’t Lana Oster, Kay Draper, done, it could end up that and Clair and Helen they have done all that they Wellman. can and I, personally, get Most ofall we would like to worried just thinking about thank all the teens who, it. without their excellent I guess there is a lot of us, behavior and support, these if we only would admit it, dances would not be that should have thought possible. Thank You Again. more about this at millage John and Marquita Charnes club grow and develop, while acquiring leadership abilities themselves. The 4-H volunteers invest part of their time, energy, emotions and lives for the benefit of others. They are people who receive personal satisfaction from giving rather than from receiving. Leaders build on experience and help young people grow. Some leaders possess a particular skill or expertise and others volunteer because they like to work with and help youth. They see a 4-H club as a means to teach young people responsibility and expand the members’ interests and abilities. Volunteering provides many opportunities for adults and teens to share skills and help kids. All 4-H’ers salute the 4-H volunteers - without them the 4-H program would not be possible. Listed below are the 1985 volunteer leaders from the local area: 4-H Clubs in the Vermontville Area Feed Fetchers Kathy Thompson (administrative leader), Gary Thompson, Carol Marshall, Sharon White, Bob Schumacher. Maple Valley Beefers Dale Wetzel (administrative leader). Maple Valley Riders William and Kay Flower (administrative leaders), John and Bev Lind. Proud Tradition - Art and Sandy Haas (administrative leaders), Stan and Sally Jeffery Vermontville Jr.- Farmers - Phyllis Wells (ad­ ministrative leader), Russell Laverty, Bonnie Laverty, Margaret Foote, Deborah Williams, Serena Goodenough, Gloria Gor­ man, Elizabeth King, Kathleen Myall, Kathy Warner, Sally Martin, Cindy Walker, William Reynolds, Louise Todd. Sarah Pierce. Bob Hyvarien, Trisha 4-H Clubs in the Boucher, Don Kenyon, Joan Sunfield Area Sunfield 4-H - Nancy Lancaster, Rose Steward, Harms (administrative Ella Campbell, Jean Edgel, leader), Bob Harms, Judie Marv Hengesback, Judy Woodcock (administrative Knapp, Kathy Lee, Collette leader), Jan Wilford, Pete Pudvay, Carol Ray, Elois Wilford, Karen Van Houten, Wheaton. STOP . . . LOOK . . . GO to the... Sweet and How Good Shop For a ... 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Through 4-H, members age 9 to 19 can acquire knowledge and develop life skills that enable ■them to become self­ directing, productive and contributing members of our society. They develop respect for themselves and others, explore career and leisure time opportunities, share responsibility for preserving the environment, learn how to use technology, and develop leadership and citizenship skills through participation in 4-H. 4-H is not only for youth, it is also for adults, who as volunteer leaders can share their skills and expertise with young people. It’s for families, who can par­ ticipate in the fun and learning together. It’s for the community which benefits from the community service carried out by youth. And, it’s .for America, which benefits as a new cadre of leaders takes its place in our society. It is through this network of volunteer leaders, state land-grant universities, state and local governments, and the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, that 4-H has been able to stimulate youth to develop life skills. In Eaton County some 305 adult volunteer leaders work with 1,098 boys and girls from 9 to 19 years ofage in 56 4-H clubs through the Cooperative Extension Service of Michigan State University. There are 4-H’ers in every township, village and city in the county. More than 3500 other young people are reached through short term, special interest programs. 4-H clubs promote yeararound learning, socializing and communicating among families, friends and com­ munities. One out of every five people in this country have been involved in 4-H in some way. In studies done around the country, 4-H members and volunteer leaders have been asked to identify the benefits of being involved in 4-H. The majority of respondents identify leadership — lear­ ning to plan and work with others, cooperation, decision-making, respon- sibility and personal and social skills — com­ munication, self-confidence, patience and the ability to meet and interact with all kinds of people; as the benefits they reap from being 4-H members or leaders. 4-H members, volunteers and families have a long list of activities from which to choose throughout the year. Local 4-H clubs offer many projects for young people to participate in, ranging from foods and nutrition, to crafts, to animals, to computers. In addition to more than 100 4-H projects that are available through the local clubs, county-wide activities in­ clude: workshops and clinics for various project areas, training sessions, outdoor activities, roller skating, clown classes, rodeo club, style shows, trips, 4-H fair, camp, quiz bowl, teen ac­ tivities, Getting To Know You-th Day, school programs, and numerous committees, associations and community service activities. There are also many state sponsored ac­ tivities to participate in. Many of the 4-H clubs are presently reorganizing and planning for the 1986 4-H year. You can join 4-H or become a volunteer leader by contacting a local leader or the Cooperative Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Several interested youth,, along with an adult or two, may also start a new club. Adults wouldn’t you like to volunteer your time and skill to ourx greatest national treasure? Share the Fun 4-H Dairy Banquet scheduled tonight The sixth annual Eaton County 4-H Dairy Banquet will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 8, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The potluck banquet is for all 4-H dairy members and leaders, their families and award donators. The program includes the recognition of award donors and 4-H members and members will also report on several 4-H dairy activities. For more information contact Nancy D. Thelen, 4­ H Youth Agent at the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service, phone 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. 4-H Fall Fashion Workshop planned 4-H members and leaders are invited to attend a fall fashion workshop, 9 a.m.11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Eaton Intermediate School District Building, 1790 Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Presentations scheduled are Sharleen Gay, M.S.U., graduate student who will be speaking on fabric and Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml McGHAN pattern selections and Sue Momber, Fashion Specialist doing a presentation on wardrobe planning. This workshop will give 4^H members and leaders the opportunity to learn many new ideas to improve their 4­ H personal appearance project. 4-H family roller skating outing Oct 17 Q?. For a fun-filled evening Thursday, Oct. 17 from 6:30­ 9:30 p.m., come to Adam’s Skating Center, 1069 Lansing Road, Charlotte for 4-H Family Roller Skating night. The entire family is invited More natural looking nails, a longer lasting and stronger nail. You can also lengthen Spec.ia!l »P■rice ..SO COO HAIRCUT’S00 PERMS’2500 • All Hair Service & Braids • Facial • Manicure • Eye Brow Arches Daniell Burg of Nashville is one of three Barry Coun­ ty 4-H’ers currently training a pup to become a leader dog for the blind. 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Autumn Fest runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Commenting on the auction portion of the event, Szewczyk said that last year the fundraiser brought $1,413.20. “This year’s goal is from Geuke’s Meat Market; to double last year’s effort Charlton Park T-shirts from and raise $3,000 for Charlton Progressive Graphics; free Park,” she said. canoe rentals from U-RentAmong the donations for Em Canoes; and a free this year are: a ‘Free Spirit camping weekend at Barry’s Weekend for Two’ at Resort. Stouffer’s in Battle Creek; a Gift certificates have been weekend ski rental from given for haircuts, car Timber Trails; two tuneups, dry cleaning, collector’s plates from personalized stationary, Hodges Jewelry; two hams floral arrangements, free rounds of golf, and meals at restaurants. The historic dinner at Bristol Inn for six-to-12 peopl a favorite auction item— is available again. Menus of that dinner will be available the day of the Seitz. auction. The group disbanded late The director noted that in the afternoon after a very any donated items, gift delicious potluck dinner and certificates, or services are renewing friendships. "deductable to the extent Thanks go out to Jackie and provided by law” because Pam (Pauline’s daughters) the facility has been judged and Maggie Mix for helping tax exempt as an with the coffee and serving. educational institution. The class especially enjoyed Persons, businesses, the Community Building organizations, or any other with its beautiful murals and groups wishing to make a plan to meet there again in donation can contact 1986 with hopes for nearly 100 Charlton Park at 616-945­ percent attendance. 3775. Nashville Classes of '31 and '32 enjoy get-together The Annual Reunion of the Nashville High School Classes of 1931 and 1932 and their friends and former classmates was held Sunday, Sept. 29 at the Nashville Community Bldg. Most of the faithful members from away were in attendance. Illnesses, bir­ thdays and anniversaries kep some from being with the class. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Ernest (Georgia Bassett) Carter, St. Johns; Louise (Wotring) Riley, Mason; Mr. and Mrs. John Mater, Marcellus; Mrs. Edna (Brumm) Smith, Nashville; Mr. and Mrs. Milton Mix and daughter-in­ law, Marshall; Mr. and Mrs. Richard (Mildred Dillenberk) Brodbeck, Woodland; Farrel Babcock, E. Grand Rapids; Ivan and Phylis Babcock, Hastings; Mrs. Pauline (Bouman) Work and daughters, Jackie and Pam, Farmington Hills; Mr. and Mrs. Leon Honsler, Forest Potter and Mr. and Mrs. Clayton (Marion Snow) Johnson from Charlotte. In the afternoon several other former classmates and friends dropped in for visiting and reminiscing Mrs. Sena (Gribbon) French, Mrs. Gertrude (Powers) Montgomery; Mrs. Elizabeth (Gibson) Lynch, Joel and Gladys (Eddy) Hummel, Mrs. Dorothy (Hecker) Ames and Mrs. Isabelle (Brumm) Maple Valley FFA receives award at regional meeting Three judges per contest Maple Valley FFA officers attended the Regional Up­ -are needed to judge teams from Charlotte, Bellevue, date Meeting, Monday, Sept. Olivet and Maple Valley. 30 in Ionia. Those in attendance were Each requires a time keeper as well. Please call the Elizabeth Ryan, president; school at 852-9275 if you are Doug Todd, vice president; interested or would like Scott Pixley, secretary; more information. Troy Thompson, treasurer; Lance Root, reporter; George Steinbrecker, sentinal; and Mrs. R. Szydzik, FFA Advisor. The purpose of this YOUR FULL SERVICE meeting was to update this LUMBER YARD year’s chapter officers with OtLIURIIIG-rUHIIIIG-tSTIMHIIIG-SnilG new information from the Stat and National FFA Call and Contpare...852*O882 organization. In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks The Maple Valley FFA received a “Superior Chapter” award. This award Moen Kitchen Faucet recognizes local FFA chapters throughout the 2 Handle 9 state for their FFA No. 7900 enrollments, leadership and envolvment. District FFA leadership contest will be held at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School this year in February. FFA members will be organizing this activity and will be seeking people to lend their help and expertise as judges for each ofthe seven contests which include: Ag. Forum, Parlimentary Procedure, Job Interview, Public Speaking, Greenhand Public Speaking, Extemporaneous Speaking and Demon­ stration. HOMETOWN WORKING? Then you will love this 32x36 pole building (has 220 electric, cement floor, water hookup, 2 drains, and chimney for woodburner). Plus a cute 2 bedroom onestory home, all on a large lot in Vermontville. Close to stores. Listed at $27,500; (V-141) 700 FT. OF THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE is part of this 7 acres with 2 story home built in 1984 which has 1 bed­ room and bath, plus a 24x14 kitchen and living area, plus a floored loft. Garage and small barn also included. $29,900. (CH-139) ——* NEW LISTING!! Nice family home in Nashville has many recent improvements - 435 sq. ft. wolmanized deck, large corner lot with privacy fence, home has 6 rooms, 3 bed­ rooms, 1 '/a baths & large en­ closed porch. All for $29,500. (N-143) — VACANT LAND AVAILABLE — VACANT LAND PARCELS: All natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view, contract terms offered with 25% down payment. Will be surveyed and perked. 5.2 acres...................... $10,000 5.2 acres...............................$8,000 5.2 acres...................... $9,000 (VL112-115) 32 ACRES • ROLLING scenic view, near high school, 6 acres nice maple woods. Electric and natural gas available. $24,100. (F-107) 78 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARADISE” and recreational land with creek, hills and woods - lots of wildlife! 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $30,000. Contract terms. (F-l 18) CADILLAC AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be ideal tree farm), borders Manistee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain. Possible land contract. $20,000. WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF FARMS (VL'128> k craft demonstrations of stenciling, spinning, weaving, quilting, wood­ work, silver jewelry, hand­ cut glass, and dried floral arrangements; cooking and baking; blacksmithing; a spelling bee; making apple cider, apple butter and carmel apples; a corn roast; a ’still on the hili’; an arts and crafts fair; and a flea market.” AND VACANT LAND PARCELS! $M9Q 9S ACTION-ADS COUNTRY WOODWORKS by Joanne. Offering painting classes on wooden objects. Geese, barns, bears, hearts, baskets, etc. Also sweatshirt painting, stenciling, quilting, candlewicking, artdough, basketweaving. Classes start Oct. 1, 9 a.m. to noon. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 9 to noon, 1:30 to 3:30 and from 6 to 9 p.m.. $4 per class plus supplies. Call 945-2387 or 852­ 9112. (10-15) 17x20 w/Top-less Faucet White $4295 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1985 — Page 8 Local man is co-partner in advertising, design firm has more than 17 years of Monte M. Allen of Nash­ ville and Terry E. Lake of Marshall have opened LakeAllen Advertising-Design at 182 North 20th Street in Battle Creek. In opening their marketing support services frim, the two indicated they would target the automotive, boating, sporting goods, recreational and serviceoriented industries for their client list. Both have extensive ex­ perience in such skills as conceptualizing, design, layout, finished art production, illustration, photography, copywriting, package and product design, collateral materials, print media advertising, and audio-visual programs. Lake’s efforts have been in every area of professional graphics including trade show and package design. In addition he has worked as a free-lance graphic designer and as a fashion designer. Among his many clients have been such Fortune 500 firms as Miles Laboratories, Clark Equipment Co., Kelvinator, DeVilbiss, Eaton, Kellogg and Amway. Lake is an honors graduate at Ferris State College’s Graphic Design School and also serves as a member of that school’s Graphic Design Advisory Council. Allen, a native of Colorado, experience in both Monte Allen program planning as well as being expert in graphic design, illustration, film animation, trade show exhibits, photography, slide show presentations, packaging design and all aspects of production. Owning an impressive number of awards for graphic excellence, Allen’s clients have included Kellogg, L’Perrigo, Clark, Oldsmobile, Upjohn, ReadiBake, Cadillac, and the U.S. Air Force. A decorated Vietnam veteran, Allen also has served as Township Supervisor for Maple Grove Township. Both men have most recently been art directors at KMH Inc. in Ceresco. New books available at Putnam Library “Mackinac Island Its History in Pictures” by Eugene T. Petersen, Superintendent, Mackinac Island State Park Com­ mission. Presented to the library by Nashville Scout Troop 177, Scoutmaster Ken Meade II. “The Second Front” by Douglas Botting. Another World War II Book by Time Life. “A Pictorial History fo the World War II Years” by PERSONALIZED HAIR CARE FOR YOU Professional hairstyling with your kind of life­ style in mind! Edward Jablonski. “Michillaneous II” by Gary Barfknecht. In­ formative and entertaining facts about Michigan. “The Clearings” by Susanna Moodie. Early days in Southern Ontario, Canada. “The Chinese” by John Fraser. A portrait of a people, its politics and government, by a journalist who lived two years in the People’s Republic of China. “Texas”. A novel by James Michener, spanning four and a half centuries. A new copy of the old favorite, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” by Walt Disney has been added to thd children’s room. Maple Valley Band Boosters meet Oct. 14 "The Mirrors image" .jLpe HfBxoLz iiuaae.. Hairstylist for Men, Women and Children 111 management and graphics N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 — CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT — Your Maple Valley Band Boosters, correction, the meeting for all interested Maple Valley Band Boosters will be held in the band room at Maple Valley High School at 7 p.m., MONDAY, OCT. 14. Kodak Connection House damaged by electrical fire This house at 844 Sherman Street in Nashville was damaged by fire Friday afternoon. Assistant Castleton-Maple Grove Township Fire Chief Earl Wilson said the fire began in the electrical system. Resident Teresa Bedin was uninjured and no damage estimate was made. Here, members of the fire department survey the damage. Sunfield Girl Scouts plan various activities by Jeri Baker Sunfield Brownie Girl Scout troop No. 627 has planned a father-daughter dance to be held from 7-9 p.m. on Oct. 25 at the school gymnasium. All Sunfield girls and a dad, uncle, brother, or grandfather are invited to attend. Admission is 25 cents per person Refreshments will be served after the dance. Please RSVP to Debbie at 566-8517 or Colette. This third grade troop has started the year off with a trip to the Country Mill near Charlotte where the scouts toured the mill, picked ap­ ples, enjoyed cider and donuts and selected pum­ pkins to bring home. They have a tour of Red Lobster restaurant scheduled for Oct. 17 in south Lansing. The girls will be shown around the restaurant and will enjoy a lunch of popcorn shrimp, pop and ice cream. The Brownies plan on ACTl ON f-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) HANDYMAN WORK WANTED: carpenter repairs, plumbing, repairs, yard work, roofing. 852-9537 (10-15)._______________ FOR SALE: several cords of wood. $35 cord. 852-0710. SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) attending a Silly Song workshop hosted by Ver­ montville Junior troop No. 313 on Oct. 26. The firstand second grade Brownie troop has been busy also. These Scouts spent their first meeting learning about how to be Brownie Girl Scouts, the Girl Scout handshake, the sign and the Girl Scout promise. They also learned the song "MakeNew Friends” as they work towards earning their Bee A Brownie patch. Halloween plans are now being con­ sidered. There are around 12 girls in grades four, five and six who are interested in being Junior Girl Scouts but regrettably have no troop leader. If you are interested in filling that position, please call Joyce at 726-0524. Leaders can plan meetings on a weekday or weekend evening, or afternoon to best fit their schedule. The Vermontville United Methodist Church is considering the development of a pro­ gram for preschool children, aged 3 and 4. They would like to hear from parents of preschool children to gauge the interest and need for such a program. If you are the parents of a child in that age group and would like to express your interestt or need, please fill in the coupon below and mail it to the: , Vermontville United Methodist Church P.O. Box 186 Vermontville, Ml 49096 ...or call 726-0526 and leave message on machine if we are not available. I am a parent of a preschool age child and I would like to see a program for preschoolers developed. 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Approval of bus garage two way radio system (Flexor Repeater Station with Duplexer) par­ tially financed by Eaton Intermediate School District plus state aid transportation reimburse­ment. Lease cost the first year approximately $1,795.00 and then two years at $1,500 per year. Action to approve formation of board of education appointed citizen's committee to examine school district operation including curriculum, financial operation, and facilities. Also, action to approve a committee chairman and co-chair­man along with consideration for committee Page T1O0WNSHIP IMP. INT.: CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD The regular meeting of the Castleton Township Board was held October 2, 1985 at 8:00 p.m. at the township hall. Present: G. Godbey, N. Rasey, L. Pixley, J. Cooley, & S. Bishop. Also present Pamela Godbey. Minutes of the September meeting were read, report from - Treasurer's report: General Fund $65,015.32; Ambulance Voted $17,607.49; Township Improve­ ment $46,424.21; Fire Voted $43,348.57; Federal Revenue Sharing $14,162.94. ERNEST NASH Ecaotornre Fcetdeedraal.n...d... a..p...p...r.o18v3e.3d4. BILLS: Eaton Federal $190.56 Hometown Lumber .. 1,042.88 C.F.C. Data 91.57 SOCIAL SECURITY: Comerica-Fed Taxes... 441.00 State of Mich 280.86 ' STATE TAXES: Castleton Restricted . 2,500.00 FIRE FUND: members. Action related to a request from high school principal Burr Hartenburg to attend the National Association of Secondary School Principals Con­ vention in Orlando, Florida February 14-18. He would participate in a program "Eligibility For Co-Curricular Participation In Smaller Secondary Schools". Committee Reports Consideration for negotiations with teaching and non-teaching personnel considering that the present contracts expire June 30, 1986. BOARD MEMBERS & TELEPHONE NUMBERS 852-9749 : 852-1674 ......................... 852-9476 726-0050 543-5669 726-0297 726-0427 David Hawkins Dale Ossenheimer, Jr Ronald Tobias Irma Gene Baker Paula Cole LeRoy Sleeper Loren Lehman .......... TWE dm Appearing at the... Carpenter’s Den Fri. & Sat., Oct. 11 & 12 Live Music by ... GASS CO. — 50-60-70's Country — 1177 S. Main, Vermontville 726-1043 Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg 93595 Ml Bell Village of Nashville S. Bishop John Wolenberg Ron Tobias Gary Spidel MTA. ................. 26.48 15.67 7.00 120.00 950.42 56.00 .60.00 Motion to pay bills made, supported and passed. Motion made, supported and passed to send clerk and treasurer to Micro computer seminar on October 24 and pay their registration fee. Motion made to amend the cemetery by adding $1,500, reducing the General Fund balance by the same amount. Motion was supported and passed. Motion made, supported and passed to send a letter to the Barry County Road Commission advising them of a motion made at the September meeting authorizing Duane Hamilton to grade, clear and ditch Morgan Road further ordering culverts for same. Motion made and supported to have Supervisor pick up additional seedlings as available and necessary. Motion carried. Motion to reserve 2 lots at Hosmer Cemetery to be designated Babyland, lots free upon need to residents as defined in cemetery regulations, $25.00 to non-residents. Supported and passed. Stoney Point Cemetery records have been turned over to Supervisor. Motion by Rasey to accept resignation, with regret, of Clerk Bishop. Supported. Ayes: 3; Nays: 1; Abstain: 1. Motion carried. Deputy Clerk Pam Godbey will handle duties until a clerk is appointed. No further business. Meeting adjourned 10:22 p.m. J.W. COOLEY, Supervisor PAMELA GODBEY, Deputy Clerk w/exchg. $45’5 Most Starters.... Starters . w/exchg ’3595 w/exchg $4295 w/exchg *2995 w/solnoid . instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S'. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 State Representative VETO OVERRIDE ON “ESSENTIAL INSURANCE” FAILS - I supported the Michigan House of Representatives last week when it failed to override Governor James Blanchard’s veto of H.B. 4715, legislation that the insurance industry said would keep out-of-state auto insurance rates from increasing when insurance companies increase premiums for Detroit motorists. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS WEEK - October 6-13 has been declared National Domestic Violence Awareness Week. The Domestic Violence Prevention and Treatment Board of the Michigan Department of Social Services maintains 36 shelter across the state to aid victims of domestic violence. U.S. CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT INTRODUCED IN HOUSE - A federal constitutional amendment originally drafted in 1789 but discarded when the Bill of Rights was ratified, has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. The proposed amendment, which has already been ratified by 13 states, would require U.S. Senators and Representatives to seek reelection before any pay raises approved by the Congress could take effect. The amendment needs the approval of 38 states before it would become part of the U.S. Constitution. SALES TO MINORS COULD RESULT IN LICENSE REVOCATION - Local units of government could request that the Michigan Liquor Control Commission revoke a convenience store’s license for selling alcohol to minors under the provisions of H.B. 5021, legislation recently in­ troduced in the Michigan House of Represntatives. Similar legislation already exists fro “on-premise” establishments, such as bars and taverns, but not for “off-premise” businesses such as convenience and liquor stores. WORK BEGINS ON NEW LIBRARY-MUSEUMARCHIVES BUILDING - An early 1988 completion date has been set for the State of Michigan Library-MuseumArchives complex. The groundbreaking for the new facility was held on October 3, and when completed, the complex will be the only state library in the nation patterned after the Library of Congress as a branch of the Legislature. TAX AMNESTY PLAN APPROVED BY COMMITTEE The Senate Finance Committee has approved a plan that would grant a 30-day amnesty period to businesses and individuals who have not paid state taxes in the past four years. Those delinquent taxpayers could then pay the back taxes, with interest, without a penalty. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD Vermontville Township Board will meet on these following dates each month in 1985-86 in the fire station office at the following times: Tues., Oct. 29, 1985 7:00 p.m. Tues., Nov. 26, 1985 7:00 p.m. Mon., Dec. 30, 1985 3:30 p.m. Thurs., Jan. 30, 1986 3:30 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 27, 1986 3:30 p.m. Thurs., Mar. 27, 1986 3:30 p.m. Thurs., April 24, 1986 7:00 p.m. Thurs., May 29, 1986 7:00 p.m. Thurs., June26, 1986 7:00 p.m. Thurs., July 31, 1986 7:00 p.m. Thurs., Aug. 28, 1986 7:00 p.m. Thurs., Sept. 25, 1986 7:00 p.m. The afternoon meetings are an attempt to avoid winter weather postponements. JANICE L. BAKER Vermontville Twp. Clerk It's easy...turn those unwanted items into cash ... with an w/built in regulator .. Water Pumps Nashville Hardware ..... 58.50 Maple Valley News 13.75 Foote, Isle & Lloyd ... 1,400.00 State of Mich 162.50 Action Ad — 945-9554 — NASHVILLE — WATER CUSTOMERS The Nashville Water Department will be flushing fire hydrants on Wednes­ day, Thursday, and Friday, October 9, 10, and 11. You may experience some cloudy water. NASHVILLE WATER DEPARTMENT — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents The Village of Vermontville is now strictly enforcing Water Ordinance No. 9. Water will be turned off if bills are more than 30 days past due. There will be a $5.00 fee for shut off and an additional $5.00 fee for turning it back on. All arrears and additional fees must be paid before water will be turned on. Vermontville Village Council NOTICE TO BID The Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on a 5 year Refuse Contract. Specifications as follows: 1. Must have valid landfill license. 2. Must have D.N.R. and Michigan State Health Department Licnese 3. Must have liability insurance. 4. Hauler is responsible for billing and collection. 5. Bids for both bag system and can pick up. 6. Hauler must provide services for spring clean up. 7. Hauler must comply with Village Ordinance No. 1-22-81. Sealed bids to be submitted to the Village Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Cleric �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1985 — Page 11 Maple Valley sixth graders enjoy camping last week sss§ ss§ Maple Valley students at the Yankee Springs sixth grade camp last week watch as the Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub gives a dog obedience demonstration. Shown with her dog, Sevie, is Sara Thompson, followed by Emily Allyn with her Cocker Spaniel. Maplewood P.T.O., who donated $5 for each student to attend. Total cost for each student was originally $51. Many Kellogg sixth graders were able to attend as a result of money made for the purpose. Proceeds from last year’s quilt raffle and a candy sale helped to fund the camp for the sixth by Shelly Sulser Nearly 109 sixth grade students from Kellogg and Maplewood schools attended camp last week at the Yankee Springs recreation area. The camp fee for the nearly 54 Maplewood students who went to camp was partially paid for by the Uni**** 2.**W^* .**W^* ■2**^3 ^^irmimii. ’4 WpiibiBifcpth RWritepjttU l*ipb Free local law seminar starts Oct. 21 at community ed Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education is offering a series of seminars on the law. The seminars will be presented < by .Legal Aid of Central Michigan. The first ‘seminar will be held on Monday, Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Ann Miller, a legal aid attorney, will be the speaker. This seminar will deal with public benefits law and will cover state and federal public benefits program. These include: A.D.C., G.A., Food Stamps, Emergency Needs, Workfare, Social Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Security, S.S.I., Unemployment Insurance, and Disability Insurance. Miller will also discuss rights to a hearing, monthly reporting, and the many recent and upcoming changes in state and federal regulations regarding public benefits. People who are receiving public assistance will find this seminar helpful in understanding better the public benefits law. On Monday, Oct. 28, a second seminar will be held and family law will be discussed. Housing and consumer law will be the topic of the third meeting, to be held Nov. 4. Anyone is welcome to attend. There is no charge for the seminars. For further information, call the Community Education office at 852-9275 between 4-9:45 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. Stop by and see Dorothy... for a new fall air style. ALK-INS WELCOME Irene’s Beauty Shop 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 graders. Miss Polanski and Mrs. Hunt were in charge of the camp fundraisers. Some of the camp ac­ tivities included a canoe races, arts and crafts. Also, the Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub demonstrated dog obedience, and a member of the Barry County Diving Team explained the haz­ zards of canoeing and told about his job. Teachers attending from Maplewood school were Mr. Byrne and Mrs. Vliek, along with Miss Polanski, from Kellogg school and Mr. Jim Egan. Principal Howard Yost also accompanied the students. Thirteen teen counselors were an important part of the student recreational, as well as education camping experience. Vermontville plans to observe Fire Prevention Week Oct. 6 through Oct. 12 is Fire Prevention Week. The week honors hundreds of fire personnel and their daily effort to provide fire service, v , and yu your responp sibility as parents and homeowners to ensure fire safety where you live. Locally, Fire Prevention Week will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 8 with the Vermontville Fire Department visiting Maplewood Elementary for demonstrations and lecture. The children will be taught basic fire rescue at home. On Wednesday, Oct. 9, the Vermontville Fire Dept, and Ambulance Service will be open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. for the purposes of handing out reflective emergency rescue stickers, Fire Prevention Week materials and explaining how you can make your home “fire safe”, and the ambulance crew will again be available for free blood­ pressure check-ups. At 8 p.m., Wednesday evening, the fire siren will be sounded signaling the beginning of Operation EDITH (Exit Drills In The Home) - your alarm to lead your family through your fire rescue plan. The elementary children will be bringing home more in­ formation on this. If you would like a fire safety inspection for your home, please call the Ver­ montville Fire Dept. office at 726-1269 on Wednesday during Fire Prevention Nearly 109 sixth grade students attended camp at Yankee Springs October 1-4, where they participated in several outdoor activties and craft making projects. Here, Dawn Root and Cindy Morris get aquainted with "Luke" an Irish Wolfhound owned by JoBeth Bridleman, leader of the Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub. The Klub demonstrated dog obedience for the campers at Yankee Springs Tues­ day night. Vermontville scouts keep busy with various activities Week or stop by the Fire Barn. Please join us and take part. 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Brownies* The first and schooling required for second grade troop has employment in this field. begun work on their first Each scout received a free patch, “Bee a Brownie”. The travel brochure of a place of girls are learning about interest. The troop will host a Silly being Girl Scouts and how to use their new knowledge at Song workshop on Oct. 26 for home, in the out-of-doors and other troops in the area. Cadets and Seniors: These in the arts. On Oct. 3, these scouts and scouts have also begun the third grade troop visited badge work and scheduling the Nashville Girl Scout trips and training. Several of third grade Brownie troop the scouts are working on the for Games Day. A good time Dabbler Patch, Get Ready was had be all as the For the World of Today and Brownies learned some new Tomorrow. Girls are also working games and songs. Juniors: the Junior troop from the career exploration breaks down into patrol book, From Dreams to groups for badge work. The Reality. Most of the troop fourth grade patrol is will be attending a Cadet­ working on the Exploring Senior training course in Food badge. They have Lansing on Oct. 19 to learn planned a foreign cookie how to get the.most out of tasting party. The fifth grade their workbooks and patch patrol is working on the Sign books. A costume party cookout of the Rainbow and the On My Way badge. These scouts and hayride are planned for made and designed post­ Oct. 17. There is a uniform excards and visited The Travel Store in Hastings. While change being conducted by there, the scouts learned Roz at 726-0264. She may be from Gwen Byington about able to help you purchase a how a travel, agency books used uniform or sell or trade trips, plans itineraries, and your old uniform. �Th* Maple Valley Mewt. NotbviHa. Tuatday. October 8 1985 — Pag* 12 Maple Valley crowns Homecoming royalty Selected from a court which consisted of 12 boys and girls, (from left to right) Debbie Corkins and Mark Hess were crowned King and Queen while Chris Thompson and Amy Walker were named Prince and Princess. Maple Valley * Homecoming royalty are: (front row) Kim Smith and Scott Carpenter, Kristin Royston and Shannon Redmond and Princess and Prince Amy Walker and Chris Thomson. Bock row are Ann Hum­ mel and Mike Smith, Kelly Bochelder and Marty Smith and Queen and King Deb Corkins and Mark Hoss. Despite Maple Valley's 18­ 0 loss to St. Philip in Friday’s soggy Homecoming game, Mark Hess and Debbie Corkins were happy to have been crowned Maple The Maple Valley High School band braved a pouring down rain to entertain during the school's homecoming parade. 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In his spare time, Hess enjoys hunting, fishing and riding his motorcyle. His future plans include getting a job and going to college later. Homecoming queen Debbie Corkins is 17, and lives with her parents, Fred and Dorothy Corkins in Nashville. An athlete, Debbie has played basket­ ball at school for four years; volleyball for two years; and softball for four years. She also serves as secretary of the senior class and has been a member of student council for four years. Her hobbies include soft­ ball and bicycle riding. Debbie’s future plans are to attend college to study dentistry. Underclassmen reigning over homecoming Friday were sophomore Amy Walker, voted by fellow classmates as the princess for the evening, and sophomore Chris Thomson who was crowned prince. In class float competition, the juniors captured first place, while the sophomores took second, the freshmen third and the seniors fourth. The freshmen class float followed the homecoming theme of "Glory Days". Maple Valley's junior class float was judged for top honors followed by the sophomore, freshmen, and senior floats. Lion golfers finish with 8-2 league mark last week The Maple Valley golf team finished SMAA League play this week with two dual matches and Saturday’s league meet. Their 8-2 league record combined with the third place finish in the league meet, earned them a second place finish. In the league duals, M.V. defeated Bronson 180-210 but lost to St. Philip 172-163. Brock DeGroot was medalist for the Lions in both matches with 43,41. Lloyd Cooper was next with 45, 42. Scot Lenz had a consistent week with a pair of 45’s. The league meet at Bed­ ford Valley Country Club saw Maple Valley finish in third place behind Battle Creek St. Philip and Battle Creek Pennfield. Both teams shot 349 while MV shot 363. Lion golfers who scored well were Brock DeGroot (39-46) and Lloyd Cooper (46-42). Their overall season record also earned All-Conference honors for DeGrott Ord place) and Cooper (8th place). The golf team will host Middleville on Monday and travel to Kalamazoo Christian on Tuesday. The regional will be played in Kalamazoo on Friday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 8, 1985 — Page 13 St. Philip damages Lions' league title hopes, 10-0 Maple Valley s Matt Owen (46) is sandwiched between three St. Philip defenders. Maple Valley defenders chase St. Philip's Derek Sherrod (30) in the Tigers' 18-0 whitewash of the Lions last Friday. by Steve Vedder With three games remaining it may not have been a death blow, but after Friday night’s crushing 18-0 loss to unbeaten St. Philip, Maple Valley’s football team is definitely on the critical list. The Tigers (5-0 overall, 3-0 league) used a bit of oldfashioned razzle-dazzle to stake themselves to a 6-0 halftime lead, and then scored a pair of late touch­ downs to polish off the Lions (3-2, 3-1) in a crucial SMAA showdown. The game was played in intermitten rain on a field which had been soaked by heavy showers an hour before the contest. Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said the con­ ditions probably did play a part in the game,, but ad­ mitted it effected both teams. “It hurt us,” admitted Mittelstaedt. “But it’s something you don’t have any control over. Maybe on a dry night we wouldn’t have fumbled (5 times, 4 lost, 2 interceptions) as much. But then on a dry night maybe St. Philip would have passed better. “I don’t really know. You never know.” What is known is that St. Philip took full advantage of a muffed punt by Maple Valley’s Greg Tilley at the Lion 37 with four minutes left in the half. Ten plays later it looked like the Lions would hold, but St. Philip executed a fake field goal which enabled Tim Hayes to speed around right end for a 10yard touchdown and a 6-0 halftime lead. Mittelstaedt later down­ played the effects of the lightning touchdown on his team. “I don’t think it really hurt us,” he said. “We felt at the half we’d score and come back to lead. We still felt we could win the game.” Maple Valley had its chances to pull into the lead in the second half. The Lions drove to the 5-yard line early in the second half only to fumble the ball away. Then, with seven minutes left, the Lions drove to the St. Philip 10 before losing the ball on downs. The Tigers proceeded to salt the bailgame away with a pair of late touchdowns by Derick Sherod on a 27-yard run with 2:43 left and a 28- Sports JV ladies lose league game Maple Valley football coach Guenther Mittelstaedt objects to a call during his team's 18-0 loss to St. Philip Friday night. Lion eagers drop 40-38 game to Olivet on Wednesday The Lions let victory slip through their fingers last Wednesday and lost a close game to Olivet 40-38. The Lady Lions blew the Eagles away with good defense allowing their hosts a single point in the first quarter while netting 13 for themselves. Foul trouble became a problem for Valley early in the second quarter. Kim Bahs, Dawn Morawski and Carol Lamie peaked up quick fouls early in the quarter. Olivet reversed the scoring of the first period and scored 13 points while Sheri Forell provided two free-throws for Valley’s only score. The Eagles made good use of the free-throw line in the second half. 10 of their charity stripe. Olivet hit 14 of 26 for the night while Valley, connected on 10 of 18 at­ tempts. The Lions scored 23 points in the final half. Beth Staring led Lion scarers with 14 points. Dawn Morawski and Sheri Forell each added seven. Carol Lamie chipped in 6 and Kim Bahs 2. Four SMAA teams are tied for the league lead following the loss. The Lions travel to Springfield on Monday and host co-leader Bronson on Wednesday. J.V. game time is 6 p.m. The Olivet Eagles took advantage of an almost scoreless Lion third quarter (2 points) to pull ahead and defeat the J.V. ladies 34-23 last Wednesday at Olivet. After falling behind 9-4 at the end of the first quarter, we turned our game around and took a 14-13 lead at halftime. We played good defense, but turnovers proved to be a costly factor in this loss. You just can’t have 25 turnovers and expect to win ball games. Scoring for Valley were Karris True and Jennifer Fisher with 6 points each. Karris also pulled down 15 rebounds and added 2 steals for the evening. Also scoring were Diona Morawski 4; Lesley Dipert 3 and 2 each from Faith Schilz and Tracy DeGroot. yard scamper by Mike Reece with under two minutes to go. The loss leaves Maple Valley on the outside of the SMAA title race looking in. “It puts us in a bad spot,” admits Mittelstaedt. “We have to go out and win and whatever St. Philip does, they do. We’ve lost control of our own destiny.” Mittelstaedt wouldn’t blame his offense for the lack of points. The Lions amassed 12 first downs and 218 yards on the ground. Maple Valley didn’t hit a pass in 3 attempts. “St. Philip is very quick, but you have to remember our line played pretty good,” said Mittelstaedt. “Our line blew holes in their line. “We moved the ball. We rushed for 218 yards, but we were stopped a couple times by key penalties or tur­ novers.” Defensively, Maple Valley was coming off three straight shutouts and again performed admirably against the Tigers. Individually, Scott Villanueva had 11 tackles, George Steinbrecher 10 and Tim Hidgon 9. St. Philip had only 7 first downs, 189 rushing yards and 30 through the air. Hayes, one of the finer SMAA quarterbacks, hit 3-of-9 passes. Vermontville 7th, 8th graders both get wins Vermontville’s 7th and 8th grade football squad broke into the win column Satur­ day with a 24-0 victory over Woodland. The winners offered a balanced running and passing attack coupled with a shutout defensive effort that included a first half ending goal line stand. Vermontville’s air game was paced by left handed seventh grade quarterback Jaso Hoefler, who tossed to a trio of receivers for two TD’s, completing seven of a dozen tries totalling just short of 100 yards. Leading the receiving corps was end Scott Casteele who gathered in three passes good for 65 yards and a touchdown. Also on the receiving end of a touchdown pass was Dan Franks, who picked up 14 yards on three catches. Flanke Jeff Moore caught a single pass for eight yards. On the running end of things it was the hard charging tandem of Mike Dennis and Craig Henry that controlled things for the winners. Dennis carried a dozen times for 86 yards, Henry rolled up 41 yards in 11 carries. Dennis scored a touchdown and an extra point. Quarterback Hoefler accounted for the additional ground yardage, 39 yards in 13 carries, and rounded out the Vermontville scoring with a pair of extra points. A key defensive play was turned in by Mike Dennis as he intercepted a Woodland pass and raced 30 yards for a touchdown. Fumble recoveries were numerous for Vermontville with Mike Dennis, Marc Nehmer, Matt Heinze, Craig Henry Andy Goodrich and JaSon Hoefler each recording one. Vermontville’s 7th and 8th grade is coached by Orv Moore, Terry Rugg, Bob Franks and Dennis Casteele. The team wraps up its 1985 campaign Saturday with a home contest against Sun­ field. Large AUCTION Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 204 S. Main, Downtown Nashville. Vermontville 6th grade squad goes down 2-0 in grid action In a hard faught defensive struggle Woodland escaped the home field advantage of Vermontville 6th grade gridders with a 2 to 0 victory. Vermontville’s undoing came in the second quarter just after stopping Woodland inside the 10 yard line. On the second play the football squirted loose on a pitch back resulting in a safety and the only score of the game. Leading tacklers for Vermontville were Jason Byington with 15, Matt Gates 13, Kirk Warner 11, Shawn Scott 9, and Jeremy Reynolds 8. Also helping out with defensive fumble recoveries were Gates, Chris Musser and Ryan Stub­ blefield with Kirk Warner chipping in a pass in­ terception. Continued on page 14 945-9554 tor ACTION Want-Ads Cal 9 to 5:30 Daily TUESDAY, OCT. 22 • 11:00 AM Two homes (111 Cosgrove and 621 Sherman Streets) both 3 bedroom, 2 story, would make good starter homes or income property. Call for more informa­ tion and appointment to see. 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October 8, 1985 — Page 14 Maple Valley freshmen star in cross country action On Tuesday the Lions traveled to Bronson where they lost to the defending league champs by a score of 17 to 46 The host Vikings took eight erf the top nine spots with Lion co-captain Rob Trowbridge finishing in fourth place. “Bronson has too much experience for us,'' said coach Roscoe. “Six out of their top eight runners are teni'rs while we have five freshmen in our top eight Next year should be a different story though as we will only lose one senior to graduation.” The Lion girls were led by freshmen Angie Smith and Michelle Reid. Both girls broke the school Sixth grade team vias hard fought contest, 6-0 On Saturday, Sept. 21 at Woodland the Nashville sixth grade football team won a hard fought defensive struggle. 6-0 Both teams had difficulty hanging on to the ball as most of the game was played in the rain The only score came in the first half as Matt Carpenter crossed the goal line for Nashville The touchdown was set up by some good running by Shawn Hedman and Travis Norton Saturday, Sept., 28, Sunfield was the opponent and Nashville prevailed 28-0 This garni* saw touchdowns scored by Matt Carpenter, Shawb Redman and two by Travis Norton. Extra points were by Tony Eye and Tim Ferrier. Both games features good line play by the offense and defense This past Saturday Nash­ ville lost to Lake Odessa 12-0. record set by Angie last Nearly every Lion runner week Angie established a ran their best time of the new record time of 22:14. year. Rob Trowbridge The Lion runners ventured placed second in 17:14, to Springfield on Thursday freshmen Darren McDonald where they were upset by the third in 17:32 which was a score of 28 to 29. “We knew freshmen class record for that i t was going to be a dose Maple Valley, Cody Mattson meet, but we figured to win fourth in 17:38, Mark as our runners had better Goodrich eighth in 17:54 and times man for man,” said Bryant Filter 11th in 18:33. coach Roscoe. Also running their season’s This race started with Lion best times for the boys were runner Rob Trowbridge Eric Terpening 20:23, Tom running stride for stride with Brock 21:02 and Scott the Ram’s top runner. Both Wolcott 23:59. teams ran bunched together Freshmen Angie Smith for the first two miles where again led the Lion girls, the Rams suddenly made a shattering the school record surge to take the top spots. for the third time in 10 days. “That’s the advantage of She blazed the course in running at home. You know 21:02 which knocked nearly the course and how to take 30 seconds off her best time advantage of it. By the time Two other girl members of our number four, five and six the team ran personal bests, runners responded we had Michelle Reid 22:21 and Kris run out of course to catch Brewer 23:58. them,” said coach Roscoe. The Lions will run in three The meet ended in a tie at meets next week. They will 28 to 28 and the Lions lost by be at home Tuesday against a tie breaker, the place that Pennfield (5 p.m.), home each team’s sixth man Wednesday against finishes. “The difference in Lakewood (4 p.m.) and the meet was less than two travel to Lansing Waverly on seconds” said coach Roscoe. Saturday for an invitational. Football 4th and 5th graders ' beat Woodland, 18-0, Saturday Rebounding after its only loss of the season against Hastings last week, the 4th and 5th graders beat Woodland 18-0. Played at home on a cold rainy day, the game was a scoreless tie until halftime. Moving the ball better in second half were fine run­ ning performances from Mark Trowbridge with 102 yds. and a score, Bret Flower 27 yds., Pat Kerby 45, Nashville woman arrested for 'uttering and publishing' Sonia Beachnau, 18, originally of Nashville now living in Charlotte was arrested by Nashville police Thursday after they discovered she had forged a check. Nashville Police Sergeant Gene Koetje said Beachnau had stolen a check from a resident on Reed Street in Nashville while she was a guest in the home. Beachnau reportedly made out the check in her name for $112 and cashed it at Comerica Bank on or about August 15, 1985. “This is a relatively serious felony punishable by at least 14 years in prison,” Koetje said. Koetje said through good witnesses, “we were able to establish who had cashed the check.” During interrogation by Koetje, Beachnau reportedly confessed to the crime. Beachnau was arrainged October 4, and bond was set at $2,500, with 10 percent needed to post bail. A preliminary examination has been set for Wednesday, October 15 at 10 a.m. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS October 6-12 - National 4-H Week. October 8 - New 4-H Fishing Club, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. October 9 - 4-H Horse Leaders Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m, Extension Office. October 9 - “Getting Acquainted with Tofu”, 10 a.m.; “The Latest Trends in Clothing Care”, 1 p.m., Community Bldg., Hastings. These programs are open to all and are no charge’ October 10-13 - Michigan Horse Show Association Youth Show, Detroit. October 11-12 - 4-H Personal Appearance Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. Oct. 15 - Fair Improvement Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office. October 16 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Oct. 19 - 4-H Dairy Hayride, 7:30 p.m., Steve Stampler residence, Dowling. Oct. 21 - County 4-H Rabbit Meeting, 7 p.m., small room of Community Building. Oct. 21 - Barry County Agricultural Society Annual Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office. Dan Rasey 7 yds. and a score, Carl Mazurek 10, Gerardo Conklin 7, Kyle Booker 5 and Scott English 13 yds plus a pass reception from Bryan Carpenter of 40 yds. and a touchdown at the end of the game. On the defensive side of the ball the boys had another fine game. Leading the charge that included 3 sacks and 3 fumble recoveries were Bret Flower and Kyle Booker each 6 tackles, Brent Stine, Carl Mazurek, Kevin Wadkins, Scott English each 4, Travis Carter and Mark Trowbridge each 3, Chris Harmon and Justin Lake each 2. Also showing promise was Chris Cooley and newcomers Matt Reid, Dan Martin, Don Kerby, John Hunt and Mike O’Dell. Keep up the good work fellows! Hosting the game next Saturday against Sunfield game time will be 1 p.m. Lion J Vs defeat Battle Creek St. Philip in football, 24-6 The junior varsity Lions upped their team record to 3 wins and 1 loss last Thursday night with a 24-6 win over St. Philip. Scoring touchdowns for Maple Valley were Mickey Tilley, Greg Flower and Rob Cook. Leading the defense was Greg Flower with 11 tackles and Matt Erviiig with 9. The Lions are now 3-0 in the league and will go after win number 4, Thursday, Oct. 10 at home against a good Bronson club. Who would you moke happy by earning your high school diploma? Who will you disap­ point if you don't? Call: Maple Valley Adult Education at 852-9275. School urged to develop newsletter for next year Another recommendation Note: <This is- last in a visiting team have been series) The following report based on interviews with concerning millage focused district ad- on educating the community was compiled on April 10, school teachers, specifically as to where their 1985 by a team of educators ministrators, from neighboring districts, support staff and parents as millage money will be spent the Eaton Intermediate well as brief classroom when there are millage needs present, rather than School District and the observations. findings and broad generalizations. Michigan Department of ..The The report also points out Education who visited the recommendations represent Maple Valley School District the opinion of the visiting that building maintenance at the elementary level should to conduct a review of the team as a whole. be carefully reviewed. “The current educational On the last page of the facilities are in need of program. The team consisted of seven page analysis of the maintenance,” the report Chris McGregor, Eaton Maple Valley Schools, states. Another recommendation Intermediate School District recommendations are made Information Specialist; Rick by the visiting team for the was made in regards to “Department Kent, curriculum director 1986-87 school year. The first curriculum: for the Charlotte Schools; is that the schools are en­ chairperson should be at the Marcia Boznango, couraged to circulate a reestablished elementary principal in the regular newsletter from secondary school with Okemos School District; each building to parents, as specific job descriptions Nancy Mincemoyer, Gifted well as a district-wide focusing on the improvement and Talented Specialist newsletter that is put out on of curriculum coordination,” observed the team. Michigan Department of a regular basis. Also, provisions should be The team says the letter Education and Lee Gerard, team chairperson and should be written in clear, made within the budget to assistant superintendent for understandable language allow teachers and ad­ curriculum and personnel emphasizing the educational ministrators to attend program of the school conferences and to have in­ for the Okemos Schools. district inservees. ..The findings and district. The board should strive to In addition, it is suggested recommendations which a school com­ reestablish elementary art, appear in this report by the that and physical munications committee be music established, chaired by a education programs. The last recommendation citizen, composed of staff Maple Valley Schools members, administrators, for the 1986-87 school year parents and community said the board should strive LUNCH MENU members. The purpose of to add a second junior-senior this committee would be to high school counselor and an Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High analyze and make recom­ elementary school counselor and Kellogg School Lunch mendations to the district to more adequately meet regarding its com­ student scheduling and Monday, Oct. 14 social-emotional needs. munications with the public. Taco Chalupa, lettuce and cheese, peas, orange. Tax planning class scheduled for tonight Tuesday, Oct. 15 Sloppy Jo’s, green beans, The third class will be on The second of a series of applesauce, cookie. classes on finances will be retirement plans. Discussion Wendesday, Oct. 16 held Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 7 during this session will be: Pizza, corn, peaches. p.m. at Maple Valley High IRA, TSA, Keogh, and Thursday, Oct. 17 Simplified Pension Plan. School. Parent-Teacher ConRonald Boldt of Waddell Evaluate your retirement ferences. School a.m. only. and Reed is presenting the plan. Options are available. No lunch served. class. The topic will be tax Determine which option is Friday, Oct. 18 planning. Tax laws change, the most practical and Parent-Teacher Con- your planning should sensible to meet specific ferences. No School. change, too. Topics to be situations. Note: milk is served with Anyone is welcome to covered include: How to all lunches. Choice of 2 veg.’s identify and clarify your attend. Cost for each session and 2 fruit will be offered financial objection, specific is $2.50. For further in­ daily. strategies you can use to formation, call the Maple Maplewood School Lunch save on your tax bill, and Valley Community Monday, Oct. 14 how tax planning can fit into Education office at 852-9275. Chicken Nuggets with dip, your overall financial plan. Office hours are 4-9:45 p.m. mashed potatoes, carrot sticks, bread and butter, fruit. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Lasagna, mixed fruit, pickles, green beans, peanut butter sandwich. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Hamburger, potato sticks, birthday cake, peas, ap­ Oct. 7-12 - NATIONAL 4-H WEEK. Monday, Oct. 7 - 8:00 p.m. 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, plesauce. Charlotte Fairgrounds. Thursday, Oct. 17 Parent-Teacher Con­ Tuesday, Oct. 8- 7:30p.m. 4-H Dairy Banquet, 4-H Building, Charlotte Fairgrounds. ferences, School a.m. only. Tuesday, Oct. 8 - 9:30 a.m. “Pressures On Children, How No lunch. Can We Help”, First Baptist Church, Charlotte. Call 543-2310 Friday, Oct. 18 or 372-5594 to sign up. Parent-Teacher ConTuesday, Oct. 8-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer ferences. No School. Association meeting, Eaton Intermediate School, Charlotte. Fuller St. Lunch Menu Thursday, Oct. 10 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Monday, Oct. 14 Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Hotdogs or Cheesedogs, Thursday, Oct. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Teen Club, 4-H Building potato sticks, pickles, pears. Auditorium Fairgrounds. Tuesday, Oct. 15 Saturday, Oct. 12 - Apple Drying Demonstrations, Country Tacos, lettuce and cheese, Mill 1 & 3 p.m. corn, fruit mix, honey Tuesday, Oct. 15-7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club, sandwich. Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Thursday, Oct. 17 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. 4-H Family Roller Skating Pizza, green beans, fruit Night, Adams Skating Center, Charlotte. choice. Saturday, Oct. 19-9 a.m.-ll :30 a.m. 4-H Fashion Workshop, Thursday, Oct. 17 EISD 1790 E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Parent-Teacher ConMonday, Oct. 21-8 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Agricultural ferences. School in a.m. Society Meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. only. No Lunch. Wednesday, Oct. 23-7-9 p.m. Holiday Crafts and Triin Friday, Oct. 18 Program. Advance registration required. Eaton InParent-teacher Contermediate School. ferences. No School. Saturday, Oct. 26-7 p.m. 4-H Leader Banquet, 4-H Building, Fairgrounds. ACTION-ADS Monday, Oct. 28 - 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. MAEH Fall Tour to Grand Rapids. Meet at Eaton County Fairgrounds. Advance CLEANING: tired of it or registration required. unable? For reasonable, Monday, Oct. 28 - 1:3O-3:3O p.m. or 7:30-9:30 p.m. New 4-H experienced help, phone 726­ Leader Orientation, Eaton County Cooperative Extension 1039 Vermontville after 6 Service Office, Charlotte. p.m. Monday through Friday. (10-15). EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. October 8, 1985 — Page IS County's first tattoo clinic a success By Shelly Sulser Forty-three Barry County area pets will have a better chance of being returned to their owners if they become lost or stolen, thanks to tatooed social security numbers they now bear. The first ever Barry County tattoo clinic was held at the Barry County Com­ munity Building Saturday, where 43 dogs were tatooed with their owner’s social security numbers. The numbers are permantly tattooed on the inside of the right hind leg of the dogs. “There have been many very nice dogs in Barry County that have come up '6 missing, never to be seen again,” said Co-Chairperson JoBeth Bridleman of the Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub which sponsored the clinic. “If they had been tattooed, they may have been returned.” Susan Hunter of Holly, Michigan, was the tattooer for the 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. clinic, and noted that she had never tattooed as many dogs in one day as she did in Hastings Saturday. The wise pet owners have taken two steps that will help the newly tattoed dogs be returned should they become lost:: The owners have registered their social security numbers with the there is one little thing we National Dog Registry and can do to help return missing have had their dogs in­ dogs some day, then we’ll do scribed with the numbers. If it.” a dog is found bearing the Working with Bridleman tattooed numbers, the to hold the Hastings clinic National Dog Registry is was Co-Chairperson informed, and the owner is Florence Worstell of quickly notified of the Kalamazoo, a member of the whereabouts of the dogs. Western Michigan Shetland Many success stories prove Sheepdog Club. that tattoos work. Anyone wishing to have his “We’ve all lost a dog at one or her pet tattooed can ask a time or another and we will local veterinarian or write to always wonder what hap­ the National Dog Registry at pened to that dog: ‘Was it 227 Stebbins Road, Carmel, stolen? Is it dead? Is it lost?’ New York, 10512 to find out And when you’re close to the names of local qualified that dog, it kind of hurts,” tattooers. said Bridleman. “And if =Retired School Personnel meet Oct. 23 Obituaries S'? J1' ’ft f 1 ^ ^*3 3 a rats lo be Ma tills It M jn iHMIudHi til spi: is M fift i itaisli taiitdiltb la Valier IM rzoi plan OfotautMp meow J,**1* >** *** tl -W 2 2’5 mxmv Wilma M. (Frith) Carney MIDLAND Wilma M. (Frith) Carney, 74, of Midland, formerly of Ver­ montville died Friday, Sept. 27, 1985 at Midland Hospital Center. Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 30 at the First United Methodist Church with Dr. Carl E. Price officiating. Burial was in the Midland Cemetery. Mrs. Carney was bom Feb. 15, 1911 in Ver­ montville, the daughter of Joseph and Etta Frith. She graduated from the Nash­ ville High School in 1927. She then graduated at the age of 19 with a bachelor of arts degree in education from Western Michigan University. She married Sheldon G. Carney in 1934 in Angola, Ind. He died in 1973. Mrs. Carney had been a Midland resident since 1930 and taught in Midland Public Schools until her retirement from Carpenter School in Jack H.Spencer IONIA - Jack H. Spencer, 63, of 528 Brooks St., Ionia died Thursday, Oct. 3,1985 at Ionia County Memorial Hospital. Mr. Spencer was bom May 6,192 at Atigo, Wise., the son of John and Ann (Montour) Spencer. He was raised in Lake Odessa and graduated from Lake Odessa High School in 1940. He married the former Ardeth Geiger in 1940. He was employed at General Tire and Rubber Co. for 10 years until retiring in March, 1984. Mr. Spencer was a member of the Lions Club and attended Central Methodist Church, Lake Odessa. Mrs. W. Hazel Bunte CHARLOTTE Mrs. W. Hazel (Frost) Bunte, 77, of 2049 Packard Hwy., Charlotte died Thursday, Sept. 26, 1985 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, Charlotte after a short illness. Mrs. rs. Bunte une was born orn inn Richland County, Wisconsin and had been a resident of Charlotte for eight years coming from Grand Rapids where she had been em­ ployed by the Grand Rapids Public Library. She had also ! resided in the Algonquin Lake area near Hastings. She was a member of the Layton United Brethren Church near Caledonia and Barde’s Poetry Society. Surviving are: one step daughter, Mrs. Adele Keuhs of Grand Rapids; one step son, Paul Bunte of Bemidji, Minn.; eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; six step great grand­ children; daughter-in-law, The October meeting of the Retired School Personnel Association will be held Oct. - 23 at the First United Methodist Church in 1967. She was a member of Hastings at noon. the M.E.A. L’Etude Club, Miss Diane Szewiczyk, Alpha Beta Epsilon Alumni Sorority, Midland County Association of Retired VFW Auxiliary donates School Personnel, Dow to local Band Boosters Retirees, Kings Daughters, The Nashville VFW Chippewa Nature Center and was a charter member of the Auxiliary 8260 has donated $172 from its bingo proceeds Midland Center for the Arts. She was an active member of for the month of September the First United Methodist to the Maple Valley Band Boosters. Church for over 54 years. Surviving are one son, James A. Carney of Garland, Texas; three daughters, Wanted People! Mrs. Don (State Rep. ) Mary Graduates under C. Brown of Kalamazoo, 20, adults without a Mrs. Harry (Charlotte) diploma, those Pierce of Midland and Mrs. Don (Loretta) Konecki of needing skills Denver, Color.; one brother, refreshed or to Fred F. Frith of Ver­ learn new skills. montville; one sister, Helen M. Todd of Nashville; five Call: Maple Valley grandchildren and three Adult Education at great-granchildren. She was 852-9275. preceded in death by a brother, E. Dean Frith and William H. Schantz two sisters Nancy L. Frith and Bertha Frith Sheldon. NASHVILLE Mr. William H. Schantz, 77, of Surviving are his wife, 8304 Maple Grove Rd., Nash­ Ardeth; one son, Larry ville died Thursday, Oct. 3, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Spencer of Grand Ledge; two daughters, Mrs. Roger Funeral services were held 2 (Karen) Rairigh of Lake p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at Funeral Home, Odessa and Mrs. Tony (Ruth Wren Ann) Wawiemia of Ver­ Hastings with Rev. Willard montville; eight grand­ Curtis officiating. Burial was Wilcox Cemetery. children; one brother, in James Spencer of Puerto Memorial contributions may Rico. He was preceded in be made to Nashville’s death by a brother, Eugene Putnam Library Building in 1980 and one grand­ Fund. daughter. Mr. Schantz was born on Funeral services were April 13, 1908 at Hastings held Sunday, Oct. 6 at Koops Twp., Barry County the son Funeral Home, Lake Odessa of William and Letitia with Rev. Daryl Kauffman (Blocher) Schantz. He was officiating. Burial was in raised in the Hastings area Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions and attended schools there may be made to Ionia County graduating from Hastings High School in 1926. Hospice. He married the former Reva M. Cogswell on June Mrs. Wilma Frost (with whom she lived) of 10, 1931. He was engaged in Charlotte; four sisters, Mrs. farming all his working life Mary Dybevik, Mrs. Bessie in Eaton and Barry Counties. White, Mrs. Elnora Phillips He farmed in Maple Grove and Mrs. Dorothy Elliott all Twp. since 1940. He was a of Wisconsin and two long-time supervisor and brothers, Carl Underhill or clerk in Maple Grove Twp. Oregon and Mildord Un­ and served on the county derhill of Wisconsin. Board of Commissioners Mrs. Bunte was preceded representing Maple Grove in death by first husband, and Castleton Twp. Asa W. Frost, second Mr. Shantz was a member husband, Emil Bunte, three of Maple Leaf Grange for 43 sons, Wilbur, William, and years, board member of Wendell Frost and grandson, Nashville Co-Op Elevator for Gary Frost. several years. Funeral services were Surviving are his wife, held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Reva; one son, Homer Oct. 1, 1985 at the Gant Funeral Home in Reedsburg, Schantz of Nashville; eight Wisconsin with interment in grandchildren; seven great­ the Lime Ridge Cemetery, grandchildren; one sister, Lime* Ridge, Wisconsin. Mrs. Alma Larsen of Memorials are suggested to Hastings; one brother, Schantz of the Eaton County Medical Kenneth Hastings. He was preceded Care Facility, Charlotte. Local arrangements were in death by a son, Howard by the Burkhead-Green Schantz in 1967, two Funeral Home in Charlotte. brothers, Marshall Schantz and Wilbur Schantz. director of Charlton Park, will be giving a talk about Charlton Park as she finds it today. Please call in your reservations by Saturday, Oct. 19, to one of the following: Charlotte Heath 945-5248; Bernice Carter 795-9023; Margaret Johnson 945-2050; Birdena Lyttle 623-2606 or 623-2455; Reva Schantz - 852-9243; or Helen Tucker - 945-4147. Card OfThanks ' The family of James D. Taylor thank you for your expressions of love and kidness before, during, and after his death. Thank you Rev. Nelson for your visit to the hospital, the prayer group for their prayers. Thank You Nashville Ambulance crew and emergency staff at Pennock, I.C.U. Dept., nurses, and Dr. Wildren for his care. Special thanks to our relatives, neighbors, and firends for their prayers, cards, flowers, contributions, and the food brought in. Thanks to the Masons for their service, Rev. Lynn Wagner for this service, and Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Home. VFW for lunch after the funeral. Thanks to Carl’s Market, Clay’s Dinner Bell friends contributions, C’S Place, Oties, and Woodland Eagles. Betty Taylor Mr. and Mrs Carl Bolinger and children Sgts. Scott Taylor James Taylor Jr. Travis Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Scott Taylor Ernie Swan and Ann Hope of Nashville register to have their two Pomeranians tattooed in Hastings Saturday. ACTION-A DS BABYSITTING WANTED IN MY HOME: will give T.L.C. 852-0710. APARTMENT FOR RENT: Vermontville, both very nice remodeled. 2 bedroom, stove and refrigerator, upstairs $225 plus utilities and deposit. Downstairs $275 plus utilities and deposit. 1-543­ 1500. (10-15). FREE KITTENS: and 2 free cats. 102 Middle St. Nash­ ville. 852-9775. FOR SALE: Farm Fresh Eggs, 6617 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville. 726-0143. Nashville Ambulance Service Benefit Dance Oct. 12 at 9 p.m. at the VFW. Music by Party Down. Open to the public. Donation: $5 per couple Did you know that 21 people earned their high school diploma through Maple Valley Adult Education. CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank all the merchants who donated gifts to the Nashville Senior Citizens Site for our prizes for 2 weeks “bring a friend day”. We would also like to thank the Commission on Aging for the trophy. CROP LAND WANTED TO RENT: We need a total of400 acres within a reasonable distance of our farm located at 7273 Dowling Rd. near M­ 66, Nashville. Call us and we will look at what you have to offer. Ed Zaagman, Inc. Farm, 4301-19 Kalamazoo, S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49508. (616) 455-2220 or Marvin Mitchell, Farm Manager, 7273 Dowling Rd., Nashville, MI 49073. (616) 758-3454. (10-22) CHAIN SAW: Husquarva, no money down, only $12 per month, 13 percent interest, most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9906 Nashville High­ way, Vermontville. Phone 726-0133. Flyin’ High Some people from the Nashville Assembly of God were flying high on Satur­ day, September 14. Airplane rides were the prizes won as a result of a Sunday School enlargement contest held during July and August. The rides started at the Hastings Airport and from there each person was flown over their own home. Airplane rides were compliments of Randy Crosby of Olivet. Contest winners were: Dale and Jennifer Stairs; Matthew and Adam Miles, Tammy Thayer, Holly Wollaston, Dale Thompson, Andy Teunessen, Grant Gillean, and Todd Guernsey. (Photo supplied) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. October 8, 1985 — Page 16 Spartan Spectacu Spectacula ar Smoked Picnics FRESH HERRUD BULK Chicken Leg Quarters Ring Bologna Hot 1 LB. PKG. LB. LB BOSTON BUTT ,, 99 Pork Roast SPARTAN Sweet Peas SAVORY 16 OZ. SPARTAN 0 SPARTAN Vegetable Oil $139 Soup 3/q Decorated Towels L / 1 SPARTAN Cream of Chicken, Chicken Noodle, Mushroom, Chicken 1016 OZ. WT. ..79 Sliced Bacon / $ *1 SPARTAN Singles °° 32 OZ. SPARTAN Pcs. & Stems SPARTAN Split Top White Bread 24 OZ. 69c VF V Mushrooms SPARTAN Poly Bag 20 Ox. FRESH MICHIGAN Corn. 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COUPON EX­ PIRES SATURDAY. OCTOBER 12. l'W5. At Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-10-15.pdf c7763056cb044670b3d58a687de32703 PDF Text Text PUBUC ABY !*cm st C M ichigan I BULK RATH ‘ PAID U.S. POSTAGE ww wwh'*“c8tuw’ Hastings, Michigan S. Church b€* 1121 H 2a1stings, mmt Mt l 49058 th 49058 °ERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 14 — Tuesday, October 15. 1985 15-year-old robs woman at gunpoint by Shelly Sulser and Susan Owens A 15-year-old Nashville foster child turned himself in Thursday afternoon after he apparently entered a Nash­ ville home, wielding a .22 caliber rifle and robbed the resident of approximately $10 and her car. The boy, formerly a resident of Oakland County, reportedly turned himself into the Eaton County Police near Potterville after eluding authorities for nearly four hours. Trooper Paul Uerling, of the Hastings Team of the Michigan State Police, said the juvenile had also ap­ parently broken into another Barry County home early Thursday morning and stole a rifle and some am­ munition. The youth reportedly used the same Vermontville to cash CDs to cover insurance premiums by Shelly Sulser Transferred investment CDs will cover insurance bills owed by the village of Vermontville this month, the council agreed Thursday. A 100-percent increase in the insurance rate is blamed by the village officials for causing them to seek another way besides the village budget to pay the costs. Because the village decided not to bid insurance this year, the Burnham and Flower Agency of Kalamazoo will continue to carry Vermontville’s in­ surance coverage at a cost of about $12,510 until October 1, 1986. The village also has some village property in­ surance through the Trumble Agency of Ver­ montville for about $1,200. Insurance Committee Chairman Lana Oster said the substantial rate increase is due to several insurance underwriters discontinuing Michigan municipality policies and forcing agents such as Burnham and Flower to seek other com­ panies to handle insurance for cities and townships. The council originally planned to ammend the budget for the second time in order to pay the costs, but village treasurer Kay Marsh recommended transferring the investments from the certificates of deposit to the operating funds where they are needed to meet debt requirements. The council approved her recom­ mendation. In other business, the council voted to adopt a resolution stating “there shall be no operation of any unathorized motorized vehicles on any property owned by or maintained by the village of Vermontville.” Council members approved the resolution because there have been complaints of damaged property due to unauthorized use of recreational vehicles by juveniles near the village water tower. A large grassy area near the water tower has been damaged by the vehicles. The adoption of the resolution was requested by Vermontville Police Chief Jim Fawcett. Mary Lehman who had requested information on how to get a proposed or­ dinance on the ballot, was told by Village Cleric Sharon Stewart Thursday that it is not possible for an individual to get a proposed issue on an election ballot Lehman had last month suggested the council adopt an ordinance prohibiting local bars from being open for business on Sundays. Since the council indicated they did not wish to seek such an ordinance, Leh­ man wondered if an in­ dividual could propose the ordinance. Stewart said after talking to Eaton County Clerk Linda Twitchell, she learned proper procedure for putting an issue on the ballot in­ volved first having a written proposal by the village council. An attorney would have to read the proposal to insure legal wording, and the county clerk would then read the proposal before it ac­ tually is put before the registered voters. “If a person comes to the council with such a request, and the council says ‘no,’ all the individual can do is to vote someone else into of­ fice,” said Stewart. In another matter, a proposal by Joe Ann Nehmer to have the new business of upcoming council meetings publicly posted 15 to 30 days prior to the meeting date was voted down 3-2. Nehmer made the recommendation so that the public can be aware of a pending vote by the council. “We would like nofiemergency special permit requests to be posted 15 to 30 days in advance,” Nehmer said. Nehmer said she made the proposal in view of a vote taken in August by the council to allow a teen dance to be held a the Carpenter’s Den Bar. “Ifwe had known you were going to represent us in that matter, then we would have been down here,” she said to the village board. When the roll call vote was taken on posting advance notices, Lana Oster, Jim Peterson and Linda Ramey Continued on page 2 rifle to rob the Nashville resident. Ironically, the robbery victim’s husband had reportedly observed the juvenile earlier Thursday morning as he walked up the driveway of the unoccupied home from which he stole the rifle. In describing the armed robbery, the victim, who wishes to remain uniden­ tified, said she was home alone around noon on Thursday, expecting her husband to come home for lunch. She then heard someone enter the house through the back door. “I heard the door open softly and then I heard a click,” she explained. “I thought that seemed funny because when my husband comes home he usually calls out. So, when I turned to see who it was, I saw him (the boy) standing in the entry way.” The victim said she had recognized the boy, having seen him earlier that mor­ ning when he rang her front doorbell. When she an­ swered, she said he had told her he was looking for his dog. “I told him I hadn’t seen any dog and talked to him for a few minutes and he left.” Later, when the youth entered her home, the victim said he was holding a rifle and asked when somebody would be coming home. “It went through my mind, when I saw the gun, that whatever he tells me to do, I’m going to do it,” she ex­ plained. “So, I said that my husband had gone to Battle Creek and I didn’t know when he would be coming home.” She said the boy replied, “Well, if your husband comes home, I’ll shoot him.” She continued, “He asked me where my purse was, so I told him and he went and took the money out of it.” The victim said she tried to get to the phone to call the police, but wasn’t given an opportunity. “He told me to unplug the phone, but I was so shaken that I couldn’t, so I told him I couldn’t do it.” She said he then grabbed the telephone receiver and “yanked it” until the cord became detached from the phone. After learning that there was an extension phone in the basement of the home, the youth took the victim to the basement and proceeded to pull out the receiver cord to the second phone as well. Later, the victim said the boy ordered her to sit on the couch while he held the gun on her. “He kept looking out the window like he was afraid someone was going to come,” she noted. “I remember saying at one point, ‘I hope that gun isn’t loaded,’ and he said ‘Well it is. Do you want me to put a hole through this window or driveway of Kenneth Duane through you lady?”’ Priddy, of 6310 S. M-66 at The victim said the youth approximately 8:30 a.m. He then indicated that they were said he thought it was going to go somewhere and peculiar since he knew the told her to get into her car in Priddys did not have any the garage. children living at home. “I asked him if he could Deputy Misak reported drive because I didn’t think that it is believed that the he looked old enough to youth entered the Priddy drive. He said he could. home through two unlocked “I asked him if I could get garage doors shortly my shoes and purse before I thereafter. went anywhere and then I Priddy later reported to suggested that he just take Deputy Misak that upon the car,” she continued. returning to his residence at ‘“The keys are in it,’ I said, approximately 11 a.m. ‘Just take it.’ So he went and Thursday, after leaving his gotin it and tried to start it.” home at approximately 7:50 The victim said he tried to a.m., he observed that start the vehicle a couple of someone had entered that times and it wouldn’t turn home and had taken a .22 over. caliber rifle and a box and a “I sat on the sofa praying half of ammunition from a it would start so he would closet near the back door. leave and get out of here,” He told Deputy Misak that recalls the victim. “Then it nothing else appeared to be did start and he left.” missing although several The husband of the rob­ other things were evidently bery victim told a deputy disturbed with at least one from the Barry County room ransacked. Sheriff’s Department that he After the subject stole the had observed the youth rifle from the Priddy earlier that morning as the residence, it is believed that youth walked up the the juvenile then proceeded driveway of the Nashville to the robbery victim’s residence where he repor­ home. tedly stole the rifle and While on his way back to ammunition. Nashville, the victim’s The husband told Deputy husband told the deputy that Frank Misak that while on he had observed his wife’s his way to Battle Creek that vehicle traveling on morning, he observed a Lawrence Road and thought suspicious young man she was driving “somewhat wearing a bright red wind­ fast,” but did not realize breaker. The youth was Continued on page 2 reportedly walking up the Bishop named Nashville postmaster by Shelly Sulser Although there is a new postmaster in Nashville, the face is familiar. Sharon Bishop, a lifelong Nashville resident and five year post office employee, was sworn in Friday as the village’s new postmaster. Noting that she is pleased with her new appointment, Bishop says she now has the responsibility of insuring that the mail is delivered “in an orderly and timely fashion,” she said. Having worked in the local post office for five years, Bishop first began as a rural carrier, before becoming a clerk in 1981. Now, she takes the place of Elmer Jarvie, who resigned the position last April. Dowling Post­ master Julie Bennett served as officer in charge while a new Nashville postmaster was being sought. Not only is Bishop in charge of seeing that the mail is delivered properly, but she is also in charge of seven employees and all financial functions. To apply for the job, says Bishop, “seemed like the only logical thing to do.” In her spare time, Bishop enjoys playing golf, racquet ball, knitting, reading and jogging, and serves on the Nashville Fire and Am­ bulance Board. She also has served as the Castleton Township Clerk for nearly five years. She and husband Herb have five children: Pam Godbey of Nashville, Tom, serving with the Army in Germany, Marcia Culhane of Texas and Kenny and Randy at home. Bishop is also a committee member of Nashville Boy Scout Troop 177 and is currently taking a computer programming course at Kellogg Community College. Sharon Bishop Is the new postmaster in Nashville and says she is pleased with her new position. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 2 Charlton Park observing Autumn Fest this weekend Director. “The restored turn-of-thecentury village will also be busy with the everyday activities of cooking, baking, spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, and quilting,” she said. When those who get hungry, there will be fresh apple butter and carmel apples, and for the thirsty there is apple cider made on a 100-year-old press. Hay rides steam engines, a still on the hill, a grist mill and a spelling bee are other oldfashioned highlights that are planned An arts and crafts area will feature wooden toys, chimes, cross stitch, and This weekend brings not only spectacular fall colors, but an enchanting at­ mosphere to enjoy them in that atmosphere can be found this weekend at Historic Charlton Parks 3rd Annual Autumn Fest. The two day celebration of home, farm, and cultural arts is being held Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Craftsmen will be demonstrating glass cutting by hand, natural floral design, painting, leather craft, bead work, rug making and hooking, air brushing, handmade silver jewelry and stencilling,” said Diane Szewczyk, Park handmade dolls* The flea market area offA weather vanes, books, na ble giftware and T-shirS. On Saturday, 2 p.m., the Blue Ribbon Benefit Auction will start, highlighted by the sale of a historic dinner for 6 at the Bristol Inn, a Allis Chalmers tractor, at Free Spirit Weekend at Battle Creek Stouffer Hotel, plus ski, canoe, and camping rentals, video rentals, gift certificates, collector plates, free dinners and much, much more. On Sunday, at 2 p.m., a quilt will be raffled. Musical entertainment is being provided by the Thomapple Valley Dulcimer Society and the Hastings High School Band. The Charlton Park Gift Home, farm, and cultural arts, plus more, will be on display at this Saturday and Sunday's Charlton Park Autumn Fest. New scout leaders welcomed The adult Girl Scout leaders from Hastings, Nashville and Woodland met for their monthly meeting this past week and welcomed their new leaders. New leaders from Hastings include: Judy Golnek and her assistant Milly Hallifax who are starting the first Daisy troop in Hastings; Sue Haskins and her co-leader. Jan Metsker are busy with 2nd grade Brownies. x In Nashville, Dawn Woodworth and her assistant Loretta Beers, are working with Nashville’s first Daisy G.S. program. First grade leader, Kim Huey and 2nd grade leader Lynn Mengyan are off to a good start with their Brownie troops. Experienced leaders, Patti Elliott, Char Swank, Dawn Rider and Mickey Fisk from Hastings, Marsha Ainslie, Pam White, Rae Murphy, Ruth Hughes and Ann Taylor, have returned with their troop for another year of leadership. Co-leaders or assistant leaders welcomed include Donna Garvey, Sheila McDiarmid, and Gayle Greenman. The meeting started with a most helpful craft session on corn husk articles presented by Dema Wright of Grand­ mas Greenery in Nashville. She gave the leaders some very valuable ideas. Coming events include service projects such as Thanksgiving baskets, caroling and Christmas stockings. The next neigh­ borhood meeting will be Nov. 12. The Craft Nook ROUND REED... . . Per Hank L HttU..... ..Per Hank $K(x150 Come in and make or buy a special gift for Christmas. Located Inside Mirror's Image 111 Main Street, Nashville OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday $600 Nashville church to hear about Love, Inc., plus singer On Sunday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God in Nashville, Steve Reed, the executive director of Love Inc., of Barry County will be speaking about the Love program. Love Inc. of Barry Co. is a program which provides services for low income, handicapped, and senior citizens. At this time Rev. Reed will be taking up talent tithe offerings. Talent tithe is a program to get local churches in­ volved in responding to idividual and family needs which arise, or currently exist, in the area surroun­ ding them. Monty Bishop will be concert, Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Assembly of God in Nashville at 6 p.m. Monty has been a solo artist since 1981. Since that time the Lord has blessed his ministry immensely. Over 40 Girl Scouts at camp Over 40 Girls Scouts from Nashville attended Satur­ day’s day of hiking, games, songs and arts and crafts at Camp Meri Woode. It was a busy day for the Scouts and the parents that went along. This Tuesday (Oct. 15) 20 Brownies will be invested into Girl Scouting. The 35 Brownies that have previously been in scouting will re-dedicate themselves. Parents are invited to attend the short ceremony. Thanks to three Cadette volunteers child care will be provided during there Investiture. After the service refresh- Nashville Business People ments will be served. The ceremony will be at the United Methodist Church from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 21-23 will be roller skating nights for Brownies (Mon.), and Juniors and their families and Wednesday the older girls will be skating. The cost is $1 admission and 50 cents for skates. The Maple Valley Athletic Boosters will hold their annual election of officers on Monday, Oct. 21 in the conference room of the High School at 7 p.m. Your support and energy are needed to continue funding our sports program, said a spokesperson. The Chamber of Commerce Will be giving ... $25°° To the Business with the BEST HALLOWEEN COSTUMES! If you ore not located on Main St. and want to be judged ... Call ... DAVE MACE 852-0845 — or — JUDY QUANTRELL 852-1551 CLEANING: tired of it or unable? For reasonable, experienced help, phone 726­ 1039 Vermontville after 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. (10-15). CHAIN SAW: Husquorna, No money down $12 per month. Fastest, lightest, best built saw on the market. Free 1 gallon bar oil or grease gun for trying one out. No purchase neccesary. This week only. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden 726­ 0133. FOR SALE: Brown wood cook stove $150. Quality Pawn Nashville. 852-9473. APARTMENT FOR RENT: Vermontville, both very nice remodeled. 2 bedroom, stove and refrigerator, upstairs $225 plus utilities and deposit. Downstairs $275 plus utilities and deposit. 1-543­ 1500. (10-15). Sunday. “Visitors can ex­ perience the past and enjoy the colors,” said Szewczyk. The park is located bet­ ween Hastings and Nashville just off M-79. For more in­ formation, call (616) 945­ 3775. CDs cashed , voted “no,” while Don Lewis and Bill Bailey supported the proposal. Mayor Sue Villanueva abstained from voting. Concerning another matter, Jeanette Schultz will be asked by the council to pay half the cost of sewer repairs done on her property last May, as a result of voting by the council. Schultz had sent a letter to the council stating that since her sewer was not hooked up properly by the village when it was first installed and that some of the sewer lines are on village property, she planned only to pay one-third of the $544.46 total cost. She also stated in the letter that the village should pay the remaining two-thirds of the cost. The council agreed to pay one-half the cost, with Council Trustee Don Lewis stating that any time the Robbery, Athletic Boosters electing officers ACTION-ADS The Judges, Rev. Taylor, Pastor DeGroot, Rev. Voyles & Rev. Wagner will be visiting your place of business HALLOWEEN DAY, Thurs., Oct. 31st Shop will also be displaying its new line of Christmas items, while the Barry County Book Committee will be taking orders for the 1985 Barry County History Book. Admission is free on Saturday and $3 for adults on continued local DPW Superintendent digs up a problem sewer system and finds that it was not satisfactorily hooked up, then the village could possibly be responsible for one-half of the repairs. In other business, public hearings were called by the mayor for the purpose of abandoning a section of Elm Street between First and Second streets, Washington Street west of North Main and Jefferson Street between block three and four of East Main Street. The public hearings will begin at 7 p.m. November 7 at village hall. Linda Ramey reported the Lions Club has donated $50 for the park sidewalk repair and that Consumers Power will pay $175. The council agreed that trick or treating in Ver­ montville will take place October 31, from 6-8 p.m. continued from page 1 what had actually happened until arriving back home. Returning to his home, his wife told him what had oc­ curred and described the robbery suspect. He told the deputy that it was at that time he realized that he had possibly observed the same boy earlier that morning at the Priddy residence. Deputy Misak said that the man also identified the boy’s residence, adding that during the incident, the youth had told the victim where he lived. Misak said the youth later abandoned the vehicle, gun and ammunition, with the rifle and ammunition later discovered by tracking dogs. He added that the gun will be returned to it’s owner. The boy reportedly turned himself in after a person fitting his description had attempted an armed robbery in Potterville. He apparently walked into a Potterville store and gave himself up, with the store owner telephoning the state police. Trooper Uerling said a state police helicopter and six tracking dogs were also used in the search. He reported that the boy was a foster child at a residence near the robbery victim’s home, however, the charges will be waived to the suspect’s home county of Oakland. He added that no proceedings against the juvenile will take place in Barry County unless Oakland County officials decide to have him face charges here. Darlene, Lucy & Marsha Welcome... SYLVIA FISHER Starting... Wednesday, Oct. 16 "The Mirrors image" ..AM® H!iAoi>e miaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 3 Rev. DeGroot honored for 25 years of local service Pastor Lester DeGroot has spent the last 25 years of his life as pastor of Nashville Baptist Church, and he was honored at a special surprise reception last week. Nearly 225 friends, relatives and church members gathered at Maple Valley High School to honor DeGroot, who has pastured the church since 1960 after graduating from Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music. In appreciation for his years of dedication to the church, a plaque was presented to Rev. DeGroot at the October 5 reception. For Sunday morning, October 6, arrangements were made for a special visitor, Danny Gaither of the popular Bill Gaither Trio, to appear at the church. During the service, Pastor and Mrs. DeGroot were presented with a trip to Hawaii and a check. During the Saturday evening reception, a slide show was presented by Ron Tutt of Nashville, featuring pictures from from Pastor DeGroot’s past. Music was provided by Cathy Vessecchia of Nashville, Joe Maurer of Hastings, and the VanEngen Family of Hastings. > “Fashions by DeGroot” were modeled by Don Conner, Calvin Oles, Herb Roberts, Rick Vessecchia, Paul Cooper, and Brock DeGroot. The program ended with “Roast the Preacher”, with the pastor being roasted by Dick VanEngen of Hastings, The fourth annual Fall Vermontville; Heaviest Hardware, A & P, Roseacre McDonald’s, Harvest Contest, sponsored Potato Justin Sivyer, Greenhouse, by the Eaton County 4-H Mulliken; Most Unusual and Elias Brothers Council, was held Oct. 1 at Shaped Carrot Vanessa Restaurant, all of Charlotte; the 4-H Building on the Simpson, Charlotte; Longest Carl’s Supermarket of fairgrounds in Charlotte. Carrot - Katie Droscha, Olivet; the Feed Fetchers 4­ There were 62 entries in 20 Charlotte; Heaviest Beet - H Club of Vermontville; the different classes, with the Margaret Skinner, Grand W. Atlee Burpee Company of championship awards going Ledge; and Best Scarecrow - Pennsylvania; and the to the following participants: Shannon Finnie, Charlotte. Eaton County 4-H Council. Most Colorful Ear of In­ Awards for the winning The support of these dian Corn - Greg Sivyer, entries were donated by businesses and groups Mulliken; Heaviest Squash - Baker Lawn and Garden, helped make the event a Jeremy Dorscha, Charlotte; Kmart, The Homesteader, success. Smallest Pumpkin - Katie TGY, Coast to Coast Total Droscha, Charlotte; Heaviest Pumpkin Thomas 15 and Phillip Kent, Charlotte; Heaviest Watermelon - Ian AU members of the Eaton members wiU help plan the Simpson, Charlotte; County 4-H Rodeo Club are State 4-H Rodeo Banquet to Heaviest Muskmelon encouraged to attend a be held in Charlotte, on Nov. Robert Roush, Olivet; 23. Longest Cucumber - Greg meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m., at Kardel Hall, Sivyer, Mulliken; Largest Meeting cancelled Diameter Sunflower - Nyle located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Maple Syrup Festival Wells, Vermontville; Activities of the past year Association meeting for Oct. Smallest Diameter Sun­ will be received and 15 has been cancelled. flower - Margaret Skinner, Grand Ledge; Plate of 3 Apples - Rolland Snider, Mason; Stop by and see Heaviest Head of Dorothy & Irene Cauliflower, Justin Sivyer, Mulliken; Most Original fora New Fall Vegetable Centerpiece Hairstyle Lachelle Haigh, Bellevue; Most Original Fall Flower WALK-INS WELCOME Centerpiece - Bev Menzie, Charlotte; Most Creative Carved or Painted Vegetable Vanessa Simpson, 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 Charlotte; Most Unusual Shaped Potato - Faith Wells, 4-H Rodeo Club meets Oct. Lester DeGroot, pastor of the Nashville Baptist Church was honored by over 500 friends, relatives and church members last week for his 25 years at the church. He was presented with a plaque and a trip to Hawaii for he and his wife, Janet. Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia, Rev. Bill Dondit of Olivet Evangelical Free Church of Muskegon, Steve Knight of Hastings, Jan Cooper of Nashville, and Rev. Clyde Mills of East Algansee Baptist Church in Quincy. They were also honored again Sunday evening at another reception at Maple Valley High School where they were greeted by over 500 friends, relatives and church members. The DeGroots have three children: Lisa Levering of Potterville, Lynn and Brock. 4-H Leader Banquet set Oct. 26 The annual Eaton County 4-H Leader Recognition Banquet will be held on October 26, beginning with a punch reception at 7 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner at 7:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The potluck banquet is for all 4-H leaders and their families, plus all teen leaders and families. This year’s theme is “65 Years of Leadership”. On Dec. 1,1920, Mr. R.W. Tenny was employed as the first 4­ H club agent in charge of boys’ and girls’ work in Eaton County. Since June 9, 1947 Eaton County has had a full time 4-H Youth Agent. By 1939 4-H club work had grown to a membership of 794, including a great variety Fall Harvest winners listed of projects. Hans Kardel served as Eaton County Agricultural Agent for 23 years. Major accomplishments in addition to agricultural education and demon­ stration programs, including organizing the Eaton County 4-H Fair in 1930. In 1938 a new grandstand was built and in 1951 and 1952 the 4-H Building was constructed and part of the building appropriately dedicated to and named Karel Hall. 65344323 volunteer leaders work with 1,098 boys and girls in 56 4-H clubs. More than 3500 other young people are reached through short term, special interest programs. Call or mail in reservations for the Leader Banquet by Oct. 18 to the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service, phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. Harvest Festival and Bazaar planned at Charlotte church Harvest Festival and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 10 Bazaar will be held at First a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch both Lutheran Church 550 E. days 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cookie Shepherd Str., Charlotte, Walk, Crafts and Harvest Oct. 18 and 19. Friday from Corner are features. How can you be rewarded for good driving after 55? Irene’s Beauty Shop Got Hunting Instincts? Stop hunting and follow your instincts to Eaton Federal Savings and Loan. Home in on the professional advice you need to help you plan for a secure future. Locally owned and operated, Eaton Federal has a trained staff of professionals who can help you take aim at financial security. We can hunt up a savings plan just right for your needs. And with our high interests rates, you'll have success in the bag! Call our24-hour number for rates on all our savings accounts: 543-2410 No problem. Auto-Owners gives you a Good Driver Discount if you’re age 55 or over. So instead of reducing coverage or raising auto insurance premiums when you mature—Auto-Owners . rewards you with a discount! Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how a good driver discount can be no problem for you! and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE TOU: ROME OFFICE • CHARLOTTE) MICHIGAN - PHONE 543-3880 EATON RAPIDS. MICHIGAN - PHONE 863-1551 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852-1830 OLIVET, MICHIGAN-PHONE T49-2811 • OFFICE HOURS: Mon. thro Fri. 9:00 to 4:30, Sal. 9:00 Io 12:00 noon Ike, No Pro6&m People, ~ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville �The Maple Valley New», Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 4 1340. Memories of the past by Susan Hinckley Earthquake scare, scenic Portland part of trip (The following is the third installment of a series of "letters home" written by the late Len W. Feighner, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1888­ 1928, during a 1914 cross­ country train trip. Ac­ companied by his wife Stella, Feighner toured the South, Southwest and the West Coast before heading to the Northwest and home via Canada. At Los Angeles the Feighners were joined by their daughter, Vada, and Dr. and Mrs. C.L. McKinnis, who came down from Seattle by boat. In this episode the wanderers bump into an earthquake at San Fran­ cisco, then enjoy a scenic ride north to Portland, Oregon, finally reaching Tacoma, Wash.) Tacoma, Wash. Feb. 3, 1914 Hello, you Michigan Folks: I wonder if you are getting tired of my stories of this western country? Well, if you are, you have my permission to skip them and read something of more interest. But I know if I could make you see these things as I see them you would be greatly interested. We left Santa Cruz Friday morning, taking the Shore Line, which follows the coast as nearly as possible for a distance, but another (railroad) line is now under construction which will keep strictly to the coast all the way. The present line goes by way of “Big Trees” and Felton, and is very pic­ turesque. Leaving Santa Cruz, it passes through a tunnel about fifty feet below the Catholic church, which is located on the site of the old Santa Cruz mission, destroyed many yeas ago. We had visited the big trees the day before, so did not stop over here. These trees are certainly giants. They range from one to twelve feet in diameter ten feet from the ground, while many of them measure forty to fifty feet around the spread of the roots at their base. Several have hollows at the base large enough for a dozen people to crowd into. These are genuine redwoods, towering three hundred feet into the air, and they make a forest so dense that no sunlight ever reaches the ground where they stand. Lots of cosy, dusky corners, very fine for spooning, ex­ cept that it is pretty damp. Possibly it might be worth visiting for lovers in the golden summer time, when there are no rains. We passed through on this line the great Saugus tunnel, nearly 8,000 feet in length. We fortunately go through without trouble, but the next day they commenced having genuine trouble. The tunnel began closing up, the roadbed rising and the sides crowding in. The first that was noticed of the trouble was when the side lights were swept off a train passing through. An in­ vestigation revealed that the roadbed for some distance had risen about four inches. A gang of men at once went to work lowering it, but when they had finished they found it four inches higher than it had been when they started. They also found that the Nashville News editor-publisher Len W. Feighner (right center in vest) was so caught up in writing about his 1914 cross-country trip that he "almost forgot that the bunch has to set this stuff all up and find a place for it in the paper.” At Tacoma, Washington, Beautiful Scene on Upper Willamette River. near Portland. Oregon. internal forces were gradually forcing in the walls, so trains over this division had to be relayed around the valley route until the internal distrubances cease and the tunnel can again be made safe for traffic. Outside of the tunnels the scenery along the line was highly picturesque, enough so that few of the passangers indulged in reading or any other form of passing the time except to rubber out of the windows. Passing through many beautiful mountain and valley towns, we arrived at San Francisco at six o’clock in the evening, in the plen­ teous shower. It rains. in California in the winter. It rains just the same, whether there are clouds or not. The clouds break away, the sun comes out, the sky is blue, and it fools a fellow into starting out on a trip without umbrella or raincoat. Then out of the blue sky a fine little rain, which one doesn’t mind at all, commences to fall, and in two minutes you commence to mind it, and you hurry for shelter to escape a most wholesome downpour. Perhaps in ten minutes the sun is shining again, but you can’t bank on it... Well, we got up to the hotel and got located in good rooms on the sixth floor and went down to supper, which by the way is “dinner” all through this western country. Immediately after dinner, while we were lounging about the lobby of the hotel listening to the music of 'hn excellent or­ chestra, we were welcomed This 1912 scene from a railroad line along the Upper Willamette River near Portland, Oregon, shows the region as it probably appeared to the Michigan travelers on their route north. The Feighners enjoyed a picturesque train trip after leaving San Francisco, where an earthquake shock lasting 10 to 15 seconds was "plenty long enough to satisfy a fat man from the Wolverine state." The Nashville News editor concluded that he would not accept the California city as a "gift on a silver platter'' if he had to live there. to San Francisco by a very decided earthquake shock. About half of the occupants of the lobby started pell mell for the exits, while the others merely remained as un­ concerned as we would in Michigan over a bit of thunder, and laughed at those who had bolted for the doors. The shock only lasted perhaps ten or fifteen seconds, but it was plenty long enough to satisfy a fat man from the Wolverine state. And, it isn’t really any of your business, anyway, whether I was among those who make a break for the street or not. At least, I don’t remember of laughing at anybody else who was scared. After that I asked a good many questions about earthquakes, but it was hard to get a satisfactory answer. You understand, they intend having a big ex­ position here next year, and they don’t care about having this earthquake business advertised as one of their principal attractions... I wouldn’t care much for this San Francisco town. It is very pretty and highly in­ teresting, and all that, but a fellow doesn’t enjoy all that very much when he has goose-pimples all over his back all the time and the rumble of a passing truck kills his appetite for eats. I wouldn’t take this San Francisco town as a gift on a silver platter and have to the Feighners were houseguests of Mr. and Mrs. John Mills, both early employees of The News. In this circa1895 photo, Feighner and staff are seen turning out a weekly edition of the paper, which he owned from 1888-1928. live here. Of course, I’m not a bit afraid, but life in Michigan is so much more pleasant and agreeable. One never hears the disaster of 1906 spoken of here as an earthquake. It is always “the big fire”. The town has made a wonderful recovery from the terrible catastrophe, but in many places the ruins are still visible. Many of the new buildings are of one to three stories, which seems to me to be sensible, but there are many sky-scrapers which another severe quake could hardly fail to shatter and bring down... We spent several days in this beautiful city, whose attractions are so well known to most of you that we will not attempt to describe them. Sunday Doc (McKinnis) and I went ovef to Oakland and Berkley, visited the magnificent campus of the University of California, and in the af­ ternoon saw Beachey, the famous aviator, do all of his famous stunts in the air... Monday we visited Golden Gate park, Sutro heights and the famous Cliff House and seal rocks, where we saw many seals sunning them­ selves. Here we met Mr. and Mrs. Fred Brown of Bellevue, who are making a winter tour of the western states, and who are going along up the line to Portland, Tacoma and Seattle before they return home. We visited the United States Mint and saw them making twenty-dollar gold pieces much faster than we ever have been able to do, and in fact faster than one able bodied man could spend them. The mint was the only building in the business section of town which was not destroyed in 1906 ... Monday night we left the earthquake city for Por­ tland. This trip, which consumed two nights and a day, was one of the most interesting of the entire circuit, up to the present. We came by the Shasta route, which winds its way through the Cascadee range of mountains, climbing to magnificent heights and dropping down into pretty and fertile valleys, y, with something of interest to pass every waking hour. When we climbed out of our berths in the morning we found ourselves climbing the range, with three big oilburning engines doing the pull act. The first really pretty bit of mountain scenery was in the vicinity of Castle Crag, where we found scattering bits of snow. Up through Dunsmuir, Upper Soda Springs and Shasta Retreat, all pretty mountain summer resorts, we clim­ bed, stopping at Shasta Springs to get a drink of the famous spring water, which is highly carbonated and is said to be very conducive to health. We must have had a fairly healthy passenger list, for we did not notice any of them asking for a second glass. Did you ever get a whiff of an over-ripe egg? That’s it. The next stop in the big climb was at Sisson, where the-snow was about three feet deep on the level, and where we found regular Michigan winter weather... We saw men shoveling snow off the roofs of buildings to save them from the fate which had already befallen some of them, crushed under the weight...Workmen (wore) heavy clothing, with their ears tied up, yet very often we were in sight of a deep valley lying down in the hills, where green fields invited us to come down and enjoy summer weather. During a goodly portion of the afternoon we were in sight of old Shasta, yet failed to get a glimpse of the top, which was continually shrouded in mist... We arrived at Portland at 7:20 in the morning, and after getting nicely located at the hotel went out and had a look at the town. We found it a brisk, thriving com­ mercial and manufacturing center, located at the junc­ tion of the Willamette and Columbia rivers, which give it two navigable streams and plenty of water power. We took a car and went up Council Crest, which overlooks the whole city and which gives one a maginificent panorama of the town. On reaching the summit, however, we found ourselves among the clouds, so we had to walk part of the way back in order to get the benefit of the view. In the afternoon Doc and I went out and looked up Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Hicks, for­ merly of Nashville. They gave us a hearty welcome and we had a fine visit with them. Mr. Hicks conducts a thriving blacksmith shop, has a fine home and is doing well. He sends his regard to his many old friends in Nashville and vicinity, and when we left presented us with roses which he cut from bushes in the door-yard. Continued on next page— �Th. Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 5 Langham-Crips united in marriage The Williamston United Methodist Church was the scene of a double ring ceremony, Sept. 7, uniting Janine Gial Langham and Rodney Dean Crips in holy matrimony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Don Langham of Kellogg Street, Nashville, and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. R.D. Crips of Williamston, Michigan. The couple was joined in marriage by the Rev. Ilona Sabo-Shuler. Escorted down the aisle by her father, the bride was accompanied at the altar by maid of honor, Karman Renee Langham; and bride’s attendants Annie Nye, Patti Nowak, Diane Ferris nad Carmen Sledge. Vermontville news The groom, wearing a silver tuxedo, was accompanied by best man Harry James Armitage and groomsmen Keith Reese, Duane Daugherty, Don Bazzet and Chuck Kidd. Ring bearers and flower girls were Colleen Nye and Kelly Ferris, while Scott McClure and Donald Bur­ nham served as ushers. Attending the guest register was Charlene Heikkila and Don and Sue Strait served as host and hostess for the evening. Organist for the 7 p.m. ceremony was Kristin Barden while Mick Torian delighted the audience in song. The couple now resides in Holt. by Ava Kroger Memories, continued ^ <3 8^ Sw wJ' ’lhk *»»T^ !^ *< » J® ®-­ Lilith Li 1 ****5S ’•*** s r* Ui i4 "* w 2®^i k®a> «t$Uj rt rtmitl, •• Drtftesi/i smiah ■ lite* iaar fe !j«ac tiite) Portland is one of the largest lumber manufac­ turing cities in the world, the Willamette and Columbia slough being filled for miles with logs awaiting slaughter at the huge mills which line the banks of the streams. It is also a great wheat ship­ ping port and has many other large industries. It is growing very rapidly and is sure to continue a rapid growth for many years to come, for it has the agriculture and timber back of it to make it grow. Well, say, when a fellow gets to talking to this old friends at home, he runs on like an old woman at a sewing circle, doesn’t he? I almost forgot that the bunch has to set this stuff all up and find place for it in the paper, so guess I’d better “ring off”. Anyway, we have now reached Tacoma, the prettiest city we have yet seen, a city of homes and contented people. We are staying at the home of John Mills, one of the old Nashville boys and a former employee of The News, now one of the publishers of the West Coast Trade, a com­ mercial paper founded by the late Orno Strong. Mrs. Mills was a former resident of Nashville, and an em­ ployee at one time at The News office. They have taken the wanderers in and refuse to let us continue our journey for a time, and as the board is better and a lot cheaper than we have been accustomed to for the past month, we have decided to stay a while. In the meantime, I hope you are having as good a time as we are, and are thinking of us as often as we think of you. Not really getting a least bit homesick, but there are several of you folks we would just kind o’ like to see for a little while. Next time I will tell you some things about Tacoma, which is worth a whole letter by itself. In the meantime, keep things going along just the way they should. I don’t reckon I’ll be postmaster when I get home, but some other good fellow will, so we won’t worry any dog-goned little bit about that, either, so long as the folks get their mail all right. Good-night. Give my love to the girls. Fike (to be continued next week) she in® rife fer it* fe tel*iRik’1' Appearing at the... jS jgS*1^ j irfe*f eil* ^ 0 f 0* »* r» Carpenter’s Den 19^ ^ ■R* • FRI. & SAT., OCT. 18 & 19 & *4 4* F* . rt«« U * 5 aa fe5 fe5 < .11 fe * - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 - J if ft | ’ IR. . !» !»3 «*10 ”, « 0? GASS CO Halloween Costume Party, Hay Ride and Live Music TEEN DANCE HALLOWEEN PARTY j S S 4 r SSat ★ at., Oct. Oct 26 • 7 pm <11:30 pm pm ★ X ★ PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUME ★ j £S 1177 S. Main, Vermontville jj £ S 726-1043 With several recent memorial contributions helping to swell the tally, Putnam Public Library’s building fund now stands at $29,845. Donations are being sought to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility. The most recent gifts came from Lillian M. Curtis in memory of Mabie Erwin, Nellie Moon, Margaret Engel, Eliza Emery and Elizabeth Askins. Also contributing in the memory of Mrs. Askins were Dan and Audrey Watson and children. Also giving in memory of Mabie Erwin were Max and Lynn Kelley, the Nashville Fire Dept., and the Dan Watson family. The Nash­ ville Fire Dept, also gave a donation in memory of Madeleine Everett. Donations received in memory of William Schantz came from the Maple Grove Birthday Club, the Maple Grove Township Board, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dahm, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Dahm, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Wyant, Sharon Brady, and Nate and La Duska Sheldon. Contributions in memory of Richard D. Green came from Donald and Elaine Leonard, Donna, Vance and Bruce Higdon, and Mr. and Mrs. Nate Sheldon. Contributions to the fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested names will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. How can you be rewarded for good driving after 55? No problem. Auto-Owners gives you a Good Driver Discount if you’re age 55 or over. So instead of reducing coverage or raising auto insurance premiums when you mature—Auto-Owners rewards you with a discount! Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how a good driver discount can be no problem for you! It’s a Girl! Live Music by ... f »f* I Putnam Library building fund ‘is on the grow’ at $29,845 Coming Events Goodenough attended the Saturday, Oct. 19 - Annual wedding of Robert Walker Harvest Festival Dinner att and Jayce Kiplinger at the Congregational ‘ Church, Charlotte Lawrence Avenue turkey and all the trimmings Methodist Church. Mrs. to begin serving at 5 p.m. Goodenough made their Monday, Oct. 21 - Garden wedding cake. Club. Liz King Hermina Friday and Saturday Nov. Southern and Helen Corbin, 1 and 2 - Methodist Bazaar Phyllis Phyllis Rizor Rizor and and Mary Mary and Bake Sale at Pat’s Sugar Castelein from Nashville Hut. attended Grand Chapter Saturday, Nov. 2 OES at Wing Stadium in Gresham turkey dinner and Kalamazoo on Wednesday bazaar.. evening. Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Snider Mrs. Serena from Little Rock, Arkansas Goodenough received word spent last week with his from Wilbur Walsh of mother Katherine Snider Kalamazoo, that his wife helping with some work on Mabel is very ill in a hospital her mobile home. there since last Monday. She Mr. Mike Cooper and his has been in poor health for tracking dog Zeb from Eaton sometime. They had the County Animal Control Drug Store in Vermontville furnished a very interesting here at one time. That program at the Woman’s building is being torn down Club on Oct. 7. It takes 14 at the present time. weeks of intensive training Mr. and Mrs. Charles for these dogs, usually Austin and Kay and Max German Shepherds. Zeb is a Miller of Six Lakes spent the pet in Mr. Cooper’s home last week in northern and gentle and loving with Michigan. his children, but when he Mr. and Mrs: Bob Starring took some handcuffs out, Zeb spent from Monday until began barking furiously and Wednesday in Chicago. very agitated. Zeb is ten Mrs. Iva Reed, Jim and years old and putting on Joyce Peterson and Don and weight which means he can’t Natalie Galdert of Higgins jump fences and leap into Lake attended the 50th cars easily, therefore may wedding anniversary open not be used for many more house and dinner for Mr. and years. Mrs. Keith Bullings at the Lake Odessa Community Womens Literary Club Center Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Bullings is Mrs. Reed’s meeting on Oct 16 sister. Mrs. Serena Nashville Women’s Nashville Goodenough and Mr. and Literary Club meeting, Oct. Mrs. William Swiger of 16, 7:30 p.m. at Alice Mc­ Nashville also attended. Millens. Guest speaker is On Saturday, Mrs. Serena Lucinda Martin. 5 Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Gutchess (Susan Latta) of Calabasas, California are proud parents of a baby girl born Thursday at Humana Hospital in Canoga Park, She weighed 6 lbs. and 5 pz., and has been named Lauren Rae. She will be welcomed by her sisters Jennifer 14 and Ashley 10. Paternal grand­ parents are Ray and Grace Gutchess of Vermontville. Maternal grandparent is Petie Latta of Nashville and great grandmother is Ona Hinckley of Nashville. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: Large assort­ ment of wood stoves. Quality Pawn Nashville. 852-9473. John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car Qfuto-Ownen buunutce 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 Thu'No PrM*nFbop&,~ �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 6 From our readers To the Editor: Can human worth be determined on the wanted or unwanted basis, or on the economics of demographic practicability? Does reverence for life include only a few, either because they are planned or perfectly developed? Are we truly free when we allow millions of children to be destroyed because we either don’t have the time or in­ clination to care for them? The family structure in America is rapidly deteriorating: abortion, infanticide, euthenasia, single parenthood, the gay rights movement, the radical women’s liberation etc. are all anti-family ... Unless we wake up and do something we are doomed to go the way of the other civilizations who lost their respect for the sanctity of life rejecting that life, is indeed a sacred thing, given to us by God. In the days before the 1973 Supreme Court decision, we were told that illegal abortion would decrease, after Wade vs. Roe passed. Medical reports are showing that abortions have in­ creased ... I’d like to share two of such statements: It is certain that more women are now dying of abortion in New York City than before the enactment of abortion on demand, and that the majority of the deaths have been from legal abortion, not illegal... states T. Hilgers in that next week you might not have enough food to feed your children... Would you kill them? I should think not. A way will be sought to help them get their needs met. That is why at Maple Valley Right To Life we are trying to help educate the people in our community. Our MVRTL monthly meetings are just for that purpose. We also offer professional counseling and guidance ... Also a Pregnancy Crisis Center will be opened shortly in Charlotte... So how about it Maple Valley residents, won’t you come up and be counted? The time to speak is now. Tomorrow will be too late. Choose life. Respectfully yours Mrs. Gladys Vogel Nashville his book “Induced Abortion, A Documented Report,” 2nd edition, Jan. 1973, Chapter 7. “It appears that in­ creasing numbers of women are turning to back street abortionists,” according to H. Graham, Pregnancy Advisory Service, London Evening News, April 18, 1974. Illiteracy on the true facts of abortion have led many women to believe that abortion is a “simple procedure with no reper­ cussions to be aware of.” The fact is that the words hemorrage, perforation, infections, premature, miscarriage, sterility, menstrual disturbances, tubal pregnancy, adherent Dear Citizens: The people of Nashville placenta, neonatal death, increased deformities, promised a better future for hepitatis, psychological those struggling with cystic scars etc. are not mentioned fibrosis by raising $260,50 to a prespective aborting during the September CF “Breath of Life” Campaign. patient. The money contributed Many people who are in favor of abortions are honest will help extend the lives of and well intentioned. Un­ present CF children and fortunately, a great many of young adults and support the those favoring abortion research to find a cure for simply do not know the facts CF. We are grateful for the or coose choose too ignore gnore them, em, generous support from this brushing them over in their community. A special thanks to the eagerness to convince society that destroying marchers who gave of their defenseless human lives time to make this effort a would solve many of our success.- Through their ef­ forts the vital health problems. There are many alter­ message explaining cystic natives to abortion and they fibrosis was distributed to have been made known the homes throughout Nash­ throughout the land by many ville. A disease like CF would pro-life organizations. Question: If you thought deserve our concern and support if it struck only one family. But cystic fibrosis kills three Americans each day. We have a long way to go to conquer CF, but we thank the people of Nashville for bringing us one step closer. Marilyn Chaffee Campaign Coordinator Public invited to lunch and program today Maple Valley area residents are invited to Maple Valley High School for lunch and a program Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 12:45. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. and costs $1.40. The program will be given by Ken Adams and he will discuss and demonstrate methods of self-defense. If you haven’t made a reservation, feel free to attend anyway. OCTOBER 19th & 20th 1985 Country Peddler—rShow. ZTj Z OCTOBER 19 - 10 am-7 pm OCTOBER 20—12 nooii'5 pm of Ponkiiwl. Mkhlgun' 4th ANNUAL Michigan’s Original Folk Art Show & Sale PORTLAND, MICHIGAN PORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL & OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY Country Peddler Expands to Two Buildings. Located on Same Grounds Portland, Michigan, exit Kent Street off 1-96 75 Artists from 11 States "Collection of New Country Looks with Old Country Charm" ADMISSION: Adults $3.00 • Children $1.50 SHOW MANAGER: Carla Anderson (517) 224-6461 • 3637 8. Francis Road. St Johns. MI 48879 Maple Valley SCHOOL REPORT By Superintendent: Carroll J. Wolff Parent-teacher con­ ferences are scheduled to be held in the Maple Valley Schools Thursday afternoon and evening - Oct. 17 and STOP Stop! - When you see a school bus With red lights flashing. That’s the law. According to Secretary of State Richard Austin, chairman of the Michigan State Safety Commission, most deaths and injuries involving school buses, occur after the student leaves the bus and is struck by a passing vehicle. Michigan law requires motorists to stop within 10feet of all school buses with red lights flashing no matter which side of the road the bus is on. The only time a motorist does not have to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights is when the bus is on the other side of an im­ passable median of a divided highway. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday, Oct. 21 Chicken Patty on Bun, Lettuce, Green Beans, Peaches. Tuesday, Oct. 22 Chili, Crackers, Carrot and Celery Sticks, Ap­ plesauce, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Pizza, Corn, Pears. Thursday, Oct. 24 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Peas, Plums. Friday, Oct. 25 Hot Dogs, French Fries, Baked Beans, Apple. Note: Milk is served with all lunches, choice of 2 veg.’s and 2 fruits will be offered daily. Fuller St. School Monday, Oct. 21 Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Pears. Tuesday, Oct. 22 Hot Pork Sandwich, Corn, Pudding with Fruit. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Burritos, Carrots, Ap­ plesauce, Cookie. Thursday, Oct. 24 Mini Subs, Sweet Potatoes, Fruit Choice. Friday, Oct. 25 Salmon- Loaf, Green Beans, Apple Crisp, Butter Sandwich. Maplewood School Monday, Oct. 21 Hot Dogs, Cheese Sticks, Fries, Pudding and Pineapple. Tuesday, Oct. 22 Tacos, Lettuce-Cheese, Baked Beans, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Peaches. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Sliced Turkey, Mashed Potatofes, Green Beans, Bread and Butter, Fruit Jello. Thursday, Oct. 24 Chop Suey With Rice Cheese Squares, Bread and Butter, Fruit. Friday, Oct. 25 Pizza, Corn, Picklfcs, Juice Bars. during the day on Friday, Oct. 18. Conferences will be held for students at all grade levels. School will dismiss on Thursday at the Jr.-Sr. High School at 11:07 a.m. and at the elementary buildings at 11:20 a.m. Conferences will be held Thursday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. and Thursday evening 6-9 p.m. On Friday the conferences are scheduled from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. At the elementary level the conferences are scheduled with the parents. At the Jr.Sr. High School parents are encouraged to come and meet with the teachers in the gymnasium, and there isn’t any appointmeht schedule at the Jr.-Sr. High School. This is an opportunity for the parent to become better acquainted with the child’s teacher. The intent of the parent-teacher conference is for you and the teacher to discuss your child’s progress in schools, discuss general classroom operation, and the curriculum or subject content at that level. Such discussions may include comments related to areas where your child does very well along with concern for areas where improvement is necessary. The parent­ teacher conference provides an opportunity to develop closer parent-teacher communication, and the ultimate goal is to provide a better educational program for your child. Parents encouraged to attend conferences The first marking period at Maple Valley School draws to an end Friday, Oct. 11. The following week, teachers will correct papers, computer grades and mark report cards. The office will record attendance on report cards and have them ready for conferences. On Thursday, Oct. 17, students will be dismissed at the end of third hour, (11:07 a.m.) at the junior-senior high school and conferences will be held .from 1-4 p.m. and again from 6-9 p.m. Students do not attend school on Friday, Oct. 18. Teachers will be available for conferences from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. on that day. At the junior-senior high school it is not necessary to have an advanced time scheduled to meet with the teacher. All teachers will be at stations in the gym. Parents may talk with any teacher who is free. Report cards will be available for parents when they enter the gym. Report cards not picked up at conferences will be available Monday, Oct. 21. Mr. Vanderhoef, band director, will be available at the junior-senior high school on Thursday evening, Oct. 17 from 6-9 p.m. Mr. Maxson, speech therapist, will be at the junior-senior high school on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 1-4 p.m. Students experience the greatest success in school when there is strong, positive communication between teachers, parents and students. Burr Hartenburg, principal encourages as many parents as possible to attend their child’s conference. If for any reason parents cannot attend but would like to contact the school, feel free* to call. The phone number is 852-9275. Elementary class visits local flower shop Oct. 2 Wednesday, Oct. 2, Mrs. Hansen’s room visited Grandma’s Greenery. We learned where many plants come from. Mrs. Wright showed us how to make a plant with cuttings. Then she let us look at the many different flowers in the cooler. It was very cold in the cooler. She let us look around the flower shop. 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LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 8 Elected state WCTU president Tragedy prompted local woman by Shelly Sulser husband, Russell, in their A drunk driver killed Mary home of 40 years. They have six grown children: Doug of Smith’s friend and neighbor. That tragedy happened in Hastings, John Harris of 1946, and that’s when Ver- Vermontville, Carolyn montville resident Mary Trumble of Vermontville, Smith decided it was time to Don of Elkhart, Indiana, David of North Carolina and do something. In 1946, Mrs. Smith, joined Duane who lives in Warren, the Woman’s Christian Ohio. The WCTU believes in Temperance Union (WCTU) whose primary goal is to total abstinence of alcohol, combat alcohol and drug which is “one area where we abuse by means of education differ from MADD (Mothers Against Driving Drunk),” and legislation. Now, after almost 40 years said the grandmother of as a member, Mrs. Smith of twelve. “We have films' for Vermontville Highway, is beginning her second term churches, schools, clubs and as the elected president of organizations to show, that are very scientifically the Michigan WCTU . “The cause of alcoholism oriented,” she said. “They is alcohol,” she said. “But don’t try to scare people out they blame it (alcoholism) of drinking, but they (the on everything else — they films) just scientifically say it’s a disease but that’s state the facts.” The WCTU has been in wrong because you can buy it over the counter. They operation in the United don’t sell diptheria over the States and in 70 countries counter or smallpox over the around the world for 111 years. Although she says counter.” Having lived in the Ver­ there are not many active montville area all of her life, members in the Maple Mrs. Smith resides with her Valley area, most of Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN M I More natural looking nails, a longer lasting and stronger nail. You can also lengthen them- $2500 Special Price HAIR CUT *5°° PERMS *25°° • All Hair Service & Braids • Facial • Manicure • Eye Brow Arches Hours: Closed Mon.; Tues. 11-7; Wed.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 Call for appointment... 852*0767 Michigan’s 1,500 members are scattered throughout the state. She noted that there are 65 Union Districts in Michigan, which meet monthly “to map strategy. We hold poster and essay contests in the schools and provide films for the schools,” said Mrs. Smith, a member of Vermontville Bible Church. “We also work on local issues. For instance if a new bar is to open, our job is to campaign against it,” she noted. Although she and her husband were out of state at the time of the Carpenter’s Den Teen Dance controversy in Vermontville last August, Mrs. Smith says she is against children being in bars. “Even though they closed the bar, I’m opposed to it. I don’t like the idea of kids walking into a bar, kids don’t need to be taught that it is okay to do that.” Mrs. Smith, who worked part time for the Barry County Medical Care Facility for 22 years, is active in other ways, besides her WCTU involvement. She and her husband often help run a youth camp during the winter in Arizona. Youth Haven Ranch is a camp where disadvantaged children go and find comfort, and hear about salvation through Jesus Christ The couple is also often involved in a camp in Picacho, Arizona, a little town between Pheonix and Tucson. Mr. Smith, a retired Fuller Street School custodian, is a member of the Eaton County Retired School Employees, while Mrs. Smith is a past PTA member. As Michigan WCTU president, Smith writes a front page column for the Michigan WCTU newsletter that is issued six times per year. Mrs. Smith also recently spoke at the IHth annual convention, held last month in Muskegon, pointing out 1 Bewitching Bargains TAMPAX TAMPONS ROBITUSSIN REGULAR, SUPER. SUPER PLUS OR SLENDER-REGULAR . SYRUP PA) 4 0Z. TYLENOL CHILDREN'S REGULAR STRENGTH c«Hwaaii tsetns CHEWABLESTABLETS 100’S — REGULAR OR GENTLE TCEfigL VICKS 019 OIL OF OLAY FORMULA 440 4 OZ. 219 449 SIVAPORUB J39 269 SUAVE 16 oz- NORMAL AND EXTRA BODY 1.5 OZ. 101685 HOURS: 9 o.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 MainSt, Nashville The third session of the classes on finances offered by Maple Valley-Lakewood Community Education has been postponed for one week. The session on the topic of retirement plans will be offered on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. Ronald Boldt of Waddell and Reed is presenting the session. Topics to be discussed are: IRA, TSA, Keogh, Simplified Pension Plan. Evaluate your retirement plan. Options are available. Determine which option is the most practical and sensible to meet specific situations. Anyone is welcome to attend. There is a small fee for the class. For further information call the com­ munity education office at 852-9275. ANTIQUE MARKET (The Peoples Choice) Ionia Fairgrounds on M-66, 7 miles north of 1-96; Sun., Oct. 20, 8-5 p.m.; 200 inside spaces. Entry only $1; free parking! 517-485-4409. 4.5 oz. SHAMPOO OR CONDITIONER Retirement plans topic of class ACTION-ADS CLEANSER 4 0Z. that “Alcohol never con­ tributes to the graces of life but rather to the evils of life. “When the president of the Red Owl Distilling Company arrives at the hospital for needed surgery, he.doesn’t want his surgeon to be a user of his products...when the head of the ClearCool Wine compnay gets on a plane to fly to Bermuda for a vacation, he doesn’t want the pilot and flight crew to be using his product. “But why does our in­ telligent society not catch on that if you don’t drink it, the alcohol can’t hurt you?” Smith recalls an incident three years ago when some tainted extra-strength Tylenol was found to have been the cause of death for seven victims in Chicago. “All over the country, Tylenol was taken off of the shelves,” she said. “Yet 70 people can die in one day from alcohol and it is still sitting on the shelves.” Smith noted that teens can also get involved in fighting alcoholism and drug abuse, in an organization known as the Youth Temperance Council. The youth hold a camp each year in Brown City, Michigan, and a local boy, Brice Tobias of Nash­ ville, has been treasurer of the state group for three years. One current activity being conducted by the WCTU is a nation-wide opinion poll to try and abolish television and radio advertising of alcoholic products. Smith reports 15,000 Michigan signatures have been ac­ cumulated in opposition to the advertising, and in support of equal time for announcements telling the affects of alcohol. PH. 852-0845 OPENING OCT. 4, 1985 Cooper’s Flea Market, Bivens Rd., Nashville. 300 dealer lots $5.50 each. Free parking, garage sale people bring your things to the crowd. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday thru October. Phone 517-852-1512. (10-15) Mary Smith of Vermontville joined the Woman's Christian Temperance Union after a friend and neighbor had been killed by a drunk driver. Retired School group meeting in Hastings The October meeting of the Retired School Personnel Association will be held Oct 23, at the First United Methodist Church in Hastings, at 12 o’clock noon. Miss Diane Szewczyk, director of Charlton Park, will'be giving a talk about Charlton Park as she finds it today. Please call in your reservations by Saturday, Oct. 19, to one of the following: Charlotte Heath, 945-5248; Lucille Brown 367­ 4821; Bernice Carter 795­ 9023; Margaret Johnson 945­ 2050; Birdena Lyttle 623-2606 or 623-2455; Reva Schantz 852-9243; Helen Tucker 945­ 4147. This organization represents exclusively all retired school personnel teachers, administrators, xlerks, secretaries, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, maintenance workers, teacher aides, truant of­ ficers, etc. - it is working for those concerned by the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System. We extend an in­ vitations to have your joins us at the October meeting. Card Of Thanks We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone for their concern, support and many ways of assistance during our recent bereavement. Our hearts may be heavy but they are also filled with love and gratitude for the many, many acts of kindness from the very many friends and neighbors. Your deeds and actions have definitely made things easier. Enough thanks can never be given. The Family of Vernon L. MacDonald Frances-Scott Larry and Kate and family Boyce and Amanda and families Store ... EVERYDAY! MONEY SAVERS! $4 00 Aunt Lydia's Rug Yarn ...... 2 for X Dishcloths Pkg.’S00 Package of 12 6 Volt Lantern $499 With Batteries ................................................ ll”xl4” Pictures - Dark Frames$J99 Regular $7.99 Value................................. 75 Only 2 for X • Foil Kitchenware (Reg. $1.49) ........ • Cookbooks - Big Assortment $ «fl 00 • Love Stories $4X 00 3 Complete Novels Look for these Savings in our Bargain Basement I REMEMBER IF IT’S IN OUR BASEMENT, IT'S A BARGAIN! Variety Store phone 852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. Downtown Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 9 She's the top nail sculptor in state by Shelly Sulser Bobbie Weller of Nashville is now considered the top nail sculptor in the state of Michigan after winning first place in state competition last weekend. At the Michigan Cosmetic Association 1985 State Conference and Fashion Forecast competition held at the Hyatt Regency in Flint October 6 and 7, Weller said. earned the trophy for the Weller, owner of Bobbie’s best nail sculpture and Unique Nail Service in Nash­ theme. ville, noted the competition Not only did she take the allowed each contestant 90­ top sculpting prize, but also minutes to. complete the earned second place for her work. artistic nail painting and “This is the kind of work second place for her ap­ you get on a regular basis plication of tips over acrylic. and that is what you’re ■“We did put Nashville on judged for,” Weller says, the map this weekend,” she also noting that competition was tough. “There was only about one point separating each of the places,” she said. Using local stylist Diane Kuempel as a model, Weller chose a business woman theme. Diane dressed in a fashionable business Thursday, Oct. 17 - 6:30-9:30 p.m.4-H Family Roller Skating woman’s suit, with a bow. Night, Adams Skating Center, Charlotte. Weller sculpted and painted Saturday, Oct. 19-9 a.m.-ll:30 a.m. 4-H Fashion Workshop, Diane’s nails to match her EISD 1790 E. Packard Hwy., Charlotte. outfit, which won the first Monday, Oct. 21-8 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Agricultural place award for her. Society Meeting, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. In another contest, last Wednesday, Oct. 23-7-9 p.m. Holiday Crafts and Trim March, Weller tied for third Program. Advance registration required. Eaton In­ place in a nail sculpting termediate School. competition at the Midwest Saturday, Oct. 26-7 p.m. 4-H Leader Banquet, 4-H Building, Beauty Show in Chicago. There, she took top honors of Fairgrounds. all the Michigan parMonday, Oct. 28 - 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. MAEH Fall Tour to ticipants, competing with Grand Rapids. Meet at Eaton County Fairgrounds. Advance nearly 60 contestants. registration required. A licensed manicurest and Monday, Oct. 28 - 1:30-3:30 p.m. or 7:30-9:30 p.m. New 4-H nail technician, Bobbie has Leader Orientation, Eaton County Cooperative Extension owned and operated Bob­ Service Office, Charlotte. bie’s Unique Nail Service for Saturday, Nov. 2 - 4-H Shooting Sports Meet - Firearms 10 more than five years. a.m. noon, Archery 1-3 p.m., 4-H Building Auditorium, Weller received her Fairgrounds. training in the field from a Saturday, Nov. 2-9 a.m. - noon and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Regional practicing Lansing area Barnyard Basics Workshop on dogs, rabbits, horses, sheep technician and through The and poultry, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Comers. Flying Emery Boards, a Monday, Nov. 4-7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardel school for nail technicians. Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. “When I first got into it, I Saturday, Nov. 9-9 a.m. to noon and 1 pm.-4 p.m. Regional told my husband I would do it Barnyard Basics Workshop on beef, dairy, goats, felines, for five years and that would cavies and swine, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory be the end. But it’s just Corners. really moving,” said Weller. Monday, Nov. 11-7 p.m. Eaton Co. 4-H Small Animal “I can see me doing this Association Annual Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. forever.” EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR !*&M* !*M ' &* & iii s^ Ci^ Ci^ *ki| • Mill oJ ii !0Qr *i*hi • Sa* **»i tome tf (£ ,a*K1®l« '.wltafik W* Wk ahort •bfc.«&.i,j Wr t&flewMj rt&wj rtw4 fcwn nfis actasbmfe .,. faM&r. Whatever The Job, A STIHL Can Cut It erndy all ripemei- ukimsinta, retaries, bus Sena rates, te workers, 8, tat i ijsratsfi Once-A-Year re...EVKYW! ^J ES ........I ft Jllteffl SAW MODEL Bar Size ■Ml Reg. 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Geese, barns, bears, hearts, baskets, etc. Also sweatshirt painting, stenciling, quilting, candlewicking, artdough, basketweaving. Classes start Oct. 1, 9 a.m. to noon. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 9 to noon, 1:30 to 3:30 and from 6 to 9 p.m.. $4 per class plus supplies. Call 945-2387 or 852­ 9112. (10-15) HANDYMAN WORK WANTED: carpenter repairs, plumbing, repairs, yard work, roofing. 852-9537 (10-15}. NEVER BUY FIREWOOD AGAIN, STINE IT! §!$£ l Now, her business also includes a hair styling salon, run by stylist Diane Kuempel, who is also a nail technician and cosmetologist. A tanning bed is also available at the shop, as is a color analysis service. Weller feels “there is no reason that we cant’t have these nice things in a small town,” noting the huge successes of tanning beds and nail art in the larger cities. “Nail art is really on the move and there is getting to be more and more, demand for good technicians,” Bobbie said. Weller says she gets much support from her family which consists of husband Phillip and son Cliffy. The nail service is located at 131S. State Street in Nash­ ville. Sale Price *169" *184" >309" >329" >389" >439" >479" >S59" • OTHER BAR LENGTHS AVAILABLE AT ADDITIONAL CHARGE • STIHL $950 Bar & Chain Oil 3 Gai. $19" STIHL CHAIN SALE Case of 6 Buy 1 at regular price and Get additional chain .>. W■WW Same size for ASHVILLE HARDWARE SPORTING GOODS INC. 105 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml • 852-0713 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 Page 10 6. The hauler must provide services for spring clean Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 26, 1985 The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Council held September 26, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Presi­dent John Hughes. Present, D. Chaffee, G. Frith, G. Kent, R. Furlong, C. Tobias. Absent R. Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read by the Clerk. Motion by D. Chaffee, supported by G. Frith to grant permission to the Nashville Christian Academy to sell Christmas trees in Central Park starting November 29, through December 24, 1985. Hours to be 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to t 9:00 p.m. on Friday. No Sunday sales. The Nashville Christian Academy to be responsible for trees and clean up after the sale. All ayes. Motion carried. Second Quarterly Budget Report was submitted by the clerk. Motion by G. Frith, supported by D. Chaffee to pay the Lakeview Cemetery Board $1,000 per budget. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by J. Kent, supported by G. Frith to pay the Nashville Castleton, Maple Grove Fire Board $2,500 and the Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Am­ bulance Board $100.00. All ayes. Motion carried. Enter Harvey 7:25 p.m. Motion by Kent, supported by Frith the Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on a five-year refuse contract. Specifications are as follows: 1. Must have valid landfill license. 2. Must have a D.N.R. and M.S. Health Dept. License 3. Must have liability insurance. 4. The hauler is responsible for billing and collection. 5. Submit bids for both bag system and can pick up. up. 7. The hauler must comply with Village Ordinance No. 1-22-81. Sealed bids to be submitted to the Village Clerk by 5:00 p.m. October 24, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. All ayes. Motion carried. Two sealed bids were received and opened for Village Insurance, including Automotive Fleet, General Liability, Workmen's Compensation, a $1 Million and a $2 Million Umbrella Policy and Errors and Ommission. The bids were as follows: Burnham & Flower $20,977.00 excluding Workmen's Compen­ sation; J.W. Ryan Underwriting, Inc. with $2 million umbrella, $15,640.00. Motion by Frith, supported by Harvey to accept the bid from J.W. Ryan Under­ writing, Inc. for Automotive Fleet, General Liability, Workmen's Compensation, $2 Million Umbrella Policy and Errors and Ommission Insurance for a total of $15,640.00 for October 1, 1985 through October 1, 1986. No Chaffee. Yes, Harvey, Frith, Kent, Furlong, Hughes and Tobias. Motion carried. One sealed bid was received and opened for a new roof, flashing and evestrough on the Putnam Public Library. Motion by Kent, supported by Furlong to accept the bid from Sherriff-Goslin Co. for a new roof and flashing without evestrough on the Putnam Public Library. Roof to be completed by November. Total cost $3,970.00. All ayes. Motion carried. Village treasurer to reinvest the Certificates of Deposit for the Putnam Public Library Building Fund and the Water Systems account in the institution pay­ ing the greatest interest. Motion by Furlong, supported by Harvey to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Clerk NOTICE TO BID The Village of Nashville will be accepting sealed bids on a 5 year Refuse Contract. Specifications as follows: 1. Must have access to licensed landfill. 2. Must comply with DNR and Michigan State Health Department regulations. 3. Must have liability insurance. 4. Hauler is responsible for billing and collection. 5. Bids for both bag system and can pick up. 6. Hauler must provide services for spring clean up. 7. Hauler must comply with Village Ordinance No. 1-22-81. Sealed bids to be submitted to the Village Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on October 24, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Cleric — NOTICE — Vermontville Residents The Village of Vermontville is now strictly enforcing Water Ordinance No. 9. Water will be turned off if bills are more than 30 days past due. There will be a $5.00 fee for shut off and an additional $5.00 fee for turning it back on. All arrears and additional fees must be paid before water will be turned on. Vermontville Village Council COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1'/«" pipe 5' length. Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2 -5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Bishop resigns as township clerk by Shelly Sulser Sharon Bishop, Castleton Township’s clerk for almost five years, submitted a letter of resignation at a board meeting held October 2. Township Supervisor Justin Cooley said Bishop resigned because “she was appointed postmaster which creates a conflict according to federal regulations.” Bishop was sworn in as Postmaster in the Nashville Post Office Friday. Cooley said the township board will make an ap­ pointment to the job at the next board meeting to be held November 6 at 8 p.m. in the Castleton Township Hall. So far, Cooley says two applications for the clerk position have been sub­ mitted, including one from Bishop’s daughter, Pam Godbey, who is currently temporarily maintaining the State Representative CRIME VICTIMS’ RIGHTS LAW IN EFFECT Michigan’s landmark Crime Victims’ Rights Law went into effect last week. Therefore, all victims of crime are now entitled to a number of services and legal rights including restitution, notification of all court proceedings, and par­ ticipation in the parole process. HOUSE COMMITTEE APPROVES “LEMON” LAW Legislation requiring auto manufacturers to replace or refund the purchase price of defective vehicles has been unanimously approved by the House Consumers Committee. One of the stipulations under HB 4854 states that the vehicle must have been kept out of service for more than 30 days during the first year of purchase to be covered by the “lemon” law proposal. The bill now goes to the full House. “DRAMSHOP ACT” CHANGES OKAYED BY LIQUOR COMMITTEE - The House Liquor Control Committee, after spending much of the summer conducting hearings and taking testimony, has approved changes in the state’s dramshop act, laws regulating “on premise” liquor con­ sumption. One of the changes proposed is a $300,000 ceiling on damages awarded to people injured and a statute of limitations for bringing suits against licensed beverage businesses. OCTOBER DEADLINE FOR “SUPER COMMITTEE” STUDYING MEDICAL MALPRACTICE - Legislative attention has been focused on the state’s medical malpractice insurance regulations in an effort to reduce health care costs in Michigan. A special “super committee” has been formed to investigate claims made by the medical community, the insurance industry and the legal community. The com­ mittee will make its recommendations to the Legislature at the end of the month. PUBLIC SCHOOL ENROLLMENT CONTINUES DECLINE - A preliminary head count conducted by the State Board of Education for public school students in kindergarten through the twelfth grade indicates another decline in students for the 1985-86 school year. This is the fifteeneth year in a row that the Board has reported a decline, but this year’s decline is the smallest to date. State school officials predict that enrollment will begin increasing beginning with the 1986-87 school year as the children of the post-war “baby boom” become school aged. ACID RAIN CONFERENCE - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Michigan Public Service Com­ mission, the University of Michigan and other organizations will conduct the “1985 Conference of United States, Canadian and Michigan Acidic Deposit Research” on Oct. 15, beginning at 8 a.m. in the Law Building of the Capitol Complex. clerk ’s duties. Godbey is presently deputy clerk in the township. Cooley said he was not surprised when Bishop resigned because “I knew she was in contention for the postmaster job and I knew if she got it, that there would be a conflict.” Bishop declined comment. ACTION-ADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-9657640 Battle Creek. (EOW) GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1. (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (12-3). LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH Sharon Bishop Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. MAPLE VALLEY’S /, A Lx\AM Real Estate 27 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMERWINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan REAUOR- JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR (Evenings) 726-0223 GEORGE WILLIAMS........ sales sales associate associate.....................852-9833 MAKE AN OFFER!! THESE SELLERS ARE ANXIOUS!! VERMONTVILLE TWO STORY: Three bedroom home on large lot, house newly painted & in­ sulated, barn 24x16, mature VERMONTVILLE FAMILY HOME: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, first floor laundry, many new improvements. Neat and acres, near Nashville, 7 room brick, 1'/, baths, energy efficient furnace, nice kitchen & dining area with beamed ceiling. Contract terms. Trade considered for down pay- COUNTRY HOME ON 10 PLUS ACRES: Located south of Vermontville on blacktop road, natural gas, beautiful scenic view. House needs work. Re­ model to your own tastes. Lots of possibilities. Contract terms with 25% down. (CHI 11) SMALL FARM!! NOW 15 ACRES & BLDGS. $45,000! On State Rd. More land available (total 36 acres with 21A tillable & 13A wooded with lake & stream). 3 bd rm., 2 story house, 30x40 barn, fenced yard, large shade trees. Price includes tractor plow and disk. (F-108) PRETTY AS A PICTURE! PRODUCTIVE TOO! 155 ACRE FARM, 100A tillable and 20 acres wooded. This is a SHOWPLACE FARM, well kept, beautiful view, large 5 bed -room home, 2 pole barns, 32x64 and 40x32 steel corn crib, granary and other build­ ings. Possible contract terms. (F-117)------------ * WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF FARMS AND VACANT LAND PARCELS! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 11 Winterizing equipment, tools advised 45 From trowels to tillers, gardening equipment will last longer and do a better job for you if you spend some time on preventive main­ tenance each fall. Getting tools in tiptop condition now also means they’ll be ready to use when the gardening bug bites next spring. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, says the owner’s manual on your garden tractor, lawn mower, tiller or other powered equipment is s »• Th HH'.’ H tU H l?*h >111 ’tn ht»| Sift" i WlBft ’hi. Rtf 7418 luwjiii HlBlUS OiiMn nHslntairill ■ WM L *Bffl... ||ffl UIM mow ; W'-ssirbri ■ t1 wim’lpYI■ Bi.rt: tri’1'1, W nW 1" t R nwi*’ xreiiW^ ■' xreii t^j" crX M"'i l '1{ (Mil. Stockholders approve merger of 2 Production Credit Assoc. The stockholders of the Production Credit Associations of Alma and Lansing have approved a merger effective January 1, 1986. The name of the merged association will be the Production Credit Association of MidMichigan. The existing board of directors of the two associations will make up the board of directors of the new association until the annual meeting in March, 1986. The central office of the merged association will be located in Lansing. The merger is a part of the plan towards Farm Credit Services of Mid-Michigan, “one-stop” lending service. Farm Credit Services of Mid-Michigan is the operating group that will provide both Production Credit Association and Federal Land Bank »d )ltoi ltd* Uf ^rLs**1 rLs1 >*?> . «**£>* . 2^i*^ Gm* f* JX If you are a new adult or teen 4-H leader and have not yet met with the 4-H staff, there will be a new leader orientation workshop on Monday, Oct. 28, at 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. or 7:30 or 9:30 p.m., whichever time is most convenient for the adult and teen leader. The workshops will be held at the Cooperative Extension Service Office, 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte. (Located next to the Sheriff’s Department.) The 4-H staff expects every first year 4-H volun­ teer to attend one session sometime during the year. The workshop will discuss 4­ H philosophy, organization, roles of leaders, hints for being a successful leader, WANTED: babysitter for 4 nights every two weeks. Non­ smoker. Prefer in town or own transportation. Call (517) 726-1131. Vermontville. (10-22). ANTIFREEZE $056 °n’y O K Lake Odessa Auto Parts f f* ■. Association services to the customer. A single loan officer will make and service short, intermediate, and long term loans. The merged association and the Federal Land Bank of St. Johns will share facilities, equipment and people. “This should lead to increased operating ef­ ficiencies of both organizations and less duplication,” said James E. Bremer, C.E.O., Farm Credit Services of Mid­ Michigan. Federal Land Bank Association and Production Credit Associations, together with the Bank for Cooperatives, are part of Farm Credit Services, providing credit and financial services to far­ mers, ranchers, and their cooperatives in Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. New 4-H leaders orientation meeting scheduled Oct. 28 ACTIOIM-ADS IMS usually your best guide to winterizing it. Generally, however, the main steps include draining the fuel tank and the engine of fuel, draining and changing the oil, cleaning and sharpening, adjusting and lubricating various parts as needed, and cleaning, replacing, or cleaning and oiling the air filter. Also remove the sparkplug and place a teaspoon of clean oil in the cylinder. Then turn the engine over with the duties of members, parental roles and involvement and resources available to leaders. Leader packets and pins will also be distributed to those who have not received one. We want to take heart defects out of the nursery. starter so the oil lubricates the cylinder walls and valves. This protects against rust. Repair the old spark plug or buy a new one and put it in. Clean the tops of the batteries and store them where they won’t freeze. Chainsaws and other engine-driven equipment that will be used during the winter should be drained and refueled with winter-grade gasoline in the late fall when refiners begin to supply dealers with winter-grade fuels. Order parts that you’ll need in the spring and tape or tie them to the equipment so they don’t get lost. If you store them elsewhere, write a note to yourself and tape or tie it to the equipment to remind yourself of what needs to be done and where the parts are. Hand tools used to work the soil need to be cleaned before you store them. Remove the soil from metal parts and wipe them with an oily rag. Wood handles and wood ladders can be treated with a wood preservative made from one part linseed oil and two parts paint thinner applied with a brush. Store tools where they won’t be exposed to dampness. Drain garden hoses before storing. Store them coiled up and lying flat rather than hanging them on a nail they tend to crack where they bend around the nail. Hedge trimmers and pruning tools may be sticky with pitch and sap. A rag dipped in paint thinner will clean them. After cleaning, sharpen and oil them. Garden sprayers, dusters and fertilizer spreaders also need thorough cleaning so that chemicals don’t clob moving parts or nozzles. Dry fertilizer left in a spreader will absorb water, which will contribute to rust and general deterioration. After emptying and cleaning equipment, lubricate moving parts and rub rust-prone metal with an oily rag before storing. Each year 25,000 infants are born with heart defects which can disable them for life. The American Heart Association is fighting to reduce this form of early death and disability with research, pro­ fessional and public education, and community service programs. But more needs to be done. You can help us save young lives by supporting your local Heart Association, listed in your telephone directory. 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WH IE COLORS ■•del 042 $4530 All Prices Cash & Carry Only Prices Good thru October 26, 1985 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 12 Maple Valley stays in hunt for SMAA title with 7-0 win Maple Valley may not be in the driver’s seat, but the Lions are at least still in the front seat in their drive for a second SMAA football title in three years. The Lions remained in the hunt with a narrow 7-0 win over Bronson, which was previously unbeaten in three league contests. Maple Valley (4-2 overall) ups its record to 4-1, a game behind unbeaten St. Philip which battered Olivet 37-0 Saturday night. Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, while pleased with the upset win, still wasn’t predicting any co­ championships for his team. “All we’re worried about is playing well against Pennfield (this Friday) and whatever happens next, we have no control over. All we can do is hope,” he said. Maple Valley closes out its SMAA season against the Panthers and then ends its schedule with non-league games against Potterville and Kalamazoo Christian. Bronson has league games left against Springfield and Bronson. Maple Valley’s Matt McClelland scored the only points of the game on a 3yard run with two minutes remaining in the half. The score was set up after George Steinbrecher tackled the Bronson punter forcing a fumble which Matt Coleman Sports recovered at the Viking 12. After that score, Maple Valley’s smothering defense did the rest in racking up its fourth shutout of the year. “The defense was super,” said Mittelstaedt. “It’s improved, particularly in the pass defense and that’s a help. Also, 11 of our bestt athletes are on defense and unfortunately 8 of those are seniors.” The stingy Lion defense held Bronson to 4 first downs and a meager 5 rushing yards. Bronson did complete 5-of-17 passes for 85 yards — most of thos^ coming on the drive that moved the ball to the Lion 15. Maple Valley had 54 yards in sacks. Steinbrecher finished with 16 tackles, Mark Hess added 14 and Mike Siple chipped in 8 including 3 for losses. The Lions had an interception and 2 fumble recoveries. The Lions, meanwhile, weren’t exactly setting any offensive marks as they were slowed by 4 turnovers Maple Valley golfers win over Middleville, Constantine NOTICE Vermontville Residents On October 10,1985 the Vermontville Village Council passed a resolution stating: THAT THERE SHALL BE NO OPERATION OF ANY UNATHORIZED MOTORIZED VEHICLES ON ANY PROPERTY OWNED BY OR MAINTAINED BY THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE. THAT THE VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT WILL ENFORCE THIS RESOLUTION UPON RECEIPT OF A COMPLAINT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE OF MICHIGAN MOTOR VEHI­ CLE CODE. Large AUCTION Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 204 S. Main, Downtown Nashville. TUESDAY,,. OCT. 22 • H-.00 . am Two homes (111 Cosgrove and 621 Sherman Streets) both 3 bedroom, 2 story, would make good starter homes or income property. Call for more informa­ tion and appointment to see. Also 12x60 mobile home; Kawasaki motorcycle; other automotive items; Harley Davidson golf cart; antique advertising signs oak S curve roll top desk; other furniture; cash register; large very good MacNeale safe; tools; build­ ing supplies; Kubota 5 ft. 3 pt. snowblower; car haul­ ing trailer; some porcelain; license plates and other plates; collectables of all types. Sale begins at 11:00 a.m. sharp. REAL ESTATE and MOBILE HOME OFFERED at 2:00 P.M. Call for full list and more information. Watch the Hastings Reminder the week of October 15th for full listing. LONNV L. kienutske, owner Stanton’s Auctioneers & Realtors 144 S. Main, Vermontville, Michigan Phone — 517-726-0181 or 726-0555 EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumas) GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. and 90 yards in penalties. Maple Valley finished with 11 first downs, 229 rushing and 49 passing yards as quarterback Glenn Ewing hit 3-of-5 passes. McClellend finished with 95 yards in 15 carries; Steinbrecher 64 yards in 12 attempts; and Matt Owen 12 carries and 40 yards. Maple Valley could have made the score 14-0 but had a 3-yard touchdown run called back because of a holding penalty. In addition, it ap­ peared on two other oc­ casions that Maple Valley recovered fumbles at the Bronson 8 and 11-yard lines only to have officials rule the ball in Bronson’s possession each time. Bronson’s deepest penetration came when the Vikings reached the Maple Valley 15 with 40 seconds to go. But Marty Smith recovered a fumble at the Lion 20 to stop the treat and give the Lions the win. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 In last week’s dual meets, Maple Valley defeated Middleville 167-198 and Constantine 174-223. They were defeated by Kalamazoo Christian 170-174. Their final dual meet record was 11 wins and 5 losses. The 11 wins ties the 1982 golf team for third place in most wins in one season. Their final stroke average was 175.6 which was good for third place in golf records. The top four varsity players that contributed to the above records were Brock DeGroot average 41.1, Lloyd Cooper average 44.4, Scot Linz average 46.2 and senior captain Bob McMillen 46.9. Other members of the team that earned varsity Letters were Brian Stall (47.5), Richie Varney (47.5), Dan Murphy (47.8) and Rob Norton 48.1. Friday the golf team traveled to Milham Park in Kalamazoo to defend their regional crowns from 1983 and 1984. They missed qualifying for the state tournament by one place. The following three teams defeated Maple Valley, Lake Michigan Cathlotic, Kalamazoo Hackett and Kalamazoo Christian. The young Lions were led by Brock DeGroot (83). The 83 was good for 5th place out of the 85 players in the tour­ nament. The next three scores were Lloyd Cooper 89, Rob Norton 91 and Scot Lenz 92. Their final team score ofd 355 was good for 4th place out of the 17 teams that par­ ticipated. The future looks bright for the Maple Valley golf program. Out of the ten top golfers on the team nine of them are under-classmen. If they improve at the same rate as they did this year they will be one of the better class C golf teams in the state in 1986. ACTION-A DS FREE KITTENS: cute, lively, purring, active, litter trained. One gray tiger, one red tiger, two black. 726-0297 Vermontville. Lion runners suffer 2 losses The Maple Valley Cross Country Team took it on the chin last week. On Tuesday they lost a close league meet to Pennfield by the score of 27 to 30. ' “Our boys ran a great race against Pennfield, we just lack the speed that other schools have in their top runners” said coach Roscoe. The Lions were led by Rob Trowbride who placed 4th, Cody Mattson 5th, Darren McDonald 6 th, Mark -Goodrich 7th, Steve Schilz 8th and Bryant Filter 9th. Pacing the girls again was Angie Smith taking 1st place. Junior Kris Brewer ran her best race of the year turning in a time of 23:45. On Wednesday the Lions entertained Lakewood at. home. “We knew that this was going to be a rough meet,” said coach Roacoe. “They have some very good runners and its very hard on the boys running two meets back to back.” The Lions lost 21 to 36 but saw several runners turn in their season’s fastest times so far Junior Rob Trobridge placed 2nd overall in a season’s best of 17:17 winch was also his best time ever on his home course. Season best times JV football team ups record with 30-8 win over Bronson The Maple Valley J.V. football team chalked up their foirth straight league win last Thursday night with a 30-8 defeat of Bronson. The leading ball carriers for M.V. were Greg Flower with 146 yards in 15 carries and Chris Thomson with 98 yards in 16 carries. The entire defensive unit had an Jr. Livestock members say ’thanks' The Eaton County Jr. Livestock Association hosted their annual “Buyers’ Ap­ preciation” Banquet on Saturday, Sept. 28. The banquet was held to thank everyone who pur­ chased animals at the 1985 4­ H Fair livestock sale and those who assisted the association. Presented plaques in honor of their outstanding service to the Jr. Livestock Association were Byron Waddell of Olivet and Michigan National Bank of Charlotte. The election of 1985-86 Junior Livestock Association board members was also held during the banquet. New officers are: President, Eric Day, Walton Wonders 4­ H Club; Vice-President, Rhonda Mott, Walton Wonders; . Secretary, Sheri Day, Walton Wonders; and Treasurer, Debbie Exelby, Vermontville Jr. Farmers. Beef Representatives are Laura Davis from the Golddiggers 4-H Club and Troy Garnant from Walton Wonders. Representing the sheep members will be Mike Siple off the h Vermontville V ill Jr. J. Farmers and Connie Hice from the Maurer 4-H Club. Swine Representatives are .Scott Reid from Spaulding 4­ H Club and Aaron Day from Walton Wonders. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: One only Wards microwave oven $125. Quality Pawn Nashville. 852­ 9473. CROP LAND WANTED TO RENT: We need a total of 400 acres within a reasonable distance of our farm located at 7273 Dowling Rd. near M­ 66, Nashville. Call us and we will look at what you have to offer. Ed Zaagman, Inc. Farm, 4301-19 Kalamazoo, S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49508. (616) 455-2220 or Marvin Mitchell, Farm Manager, 7273 Dowling Rd., Nashville, MI 49073. (616) 758-3454. (10-22)__________ SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) outstanding game by not allowing Bronson inside the 30 yard line until the last minute of the game. The Lions will travel to Battle Creek Pennfield Thursday, Oct. 17th seeking their 3rd straight league championship. Game time is 7 p.m. were also turned in by Senior co-captain Steve Schilz in 18:31, Mark Bukoski 21:11, Andy Finkler 21:22 and Jeff Hudson 25:07. Saturday saw the Lions travel to Lansing Waverly to take part in an invitational run. There they were greeted by a torrential rain that turned the already wet course into a swamp. “In all of my years of running”, said coach Roscoe, “Those were the worst conditions that I have ever seen a race take place in.” The Waverly race was run in a unique style, two runners ran as a team with four teams competing for each school. Leading the Lions with a 10th place finish were Rob Trowbridge and Cody Matison in a combined time of 37:04. The girls were led by the medal taking 5th place finish of Angie Smith and Michelle Reid in a time of 46:04. The Lions have no meets scheduled this week and will resume their season on Tuesday, Oct. 22nd at theLeague meet in Bronson. Maple Valley eagers hang onto first place with two wins The Lion Cagers held on to their first place position in the SMAA girls’ basketball race by defeating two league foes last weeks. Springfield fell victim to the visiting Lions on Monday by the score of 62-33. The Lions were never in trouble building a 39-12 first quarter advantage. Beth Starring paced Valley with 20 points, Sheri Forell added 12; Dawn Morawski, 8; Carol Lamie, 7; Kelly Hoefler, Carmen Hamilton and Debbie Dbb Corkins, 4 each; Cassie Davidson, 2; Kim Bahs, 1. Kelly Hoefler and Carmen Hamilton combined to bring down 13 rebounds. Bronson came to Valley for a showdown of league leaders. Both teams sported a 3-1 SMAA record. The battle for the top spot was fast and furious with the Lions emerging with a 64-60 victory. The quick Lions used their defense to spurt to a 17-10 first quarter advantage. They widened the gap to a 10 point lead early in the second period before Bronson’s Cindy Wotta took over scoring 14 of her game high 32 points in the second quarter and bringing the Vikings to within striking distance of the Lions, 31-28, by the end of the first half. Bronson’s accurate freethrow shooting kept them breathing down the Lions’ necks. The Vikings finally knotted the scored at 32 with 4:37 to play in the third quarter. The Wotta’s basket at the buzzer gave her Viking team the lead for the first time. The final 8 minutes saw the score tied 7 times. The final tie at 58 came with 1:22 remaining. Lion Carol Lamie deflected a Viking pass that turned into a freethrow opportunity for sophomore Kim Bahs. Bahs hit one giving Valley the lead and eventually the win 64-60. Sheri Forell led Valley scorers with 23 points, 7 steals and 5 assists. Carol Lamie added 14 and pulled down 9 rebounds. Netting 8 points each Kim Bahs and Dawn Morawski. Also scoring for the Lions were Beth Starring with 6, Kelly Haefler, 4 and Kim Smith, 2. The Lions remain in a tie with Pennfield at the top spot. The Lions play nonconference for Lakewood on Monday and travel to St. Philip on Wednesday. Both contests start with the J.V. games at 6. Vermontville Residents The Vermontville Village Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, Novem­ ber 7, 1985, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of abandoning the following streets: Elm St. between W. First and W. Second, Wash­ ington west of N. Main and Jefferson bet­ ween block three and block eight east of N. Main. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 13 New agriculture agent named for Barry County it ^5 ’uX Jl? J®5SS l®?5 5So oS l?o J 2 {WK 2* * ktajS sp! s ^*** £?' ^{ £?'?\ S 1 5Wi2 •^iS fit • “ “JJlkii **> IfcL. ftl^ I 1 1J ^•taj ‘ ”-&i!teiiis ‘ *l»ki!ni*iite “ « ta I, azz hkHu^^ ®^n kHiMli > nH UM? JnFriIfU, irf apt aniillpti Esre tsadimsM Ifta rcia® Nti SttyjWIi iiW taudDmim Atosari(fei!l« ies uM WyBatflff, tikt’ qty jiil ■Ml riPafa!^' Stephen G. Nies of East­ man, Wisconsin is the new Barry County agriculture agent for the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service. Nies holds two degrees from the University of Wisconsin: a bachelor’s degree received in 1982 and a bachelor’s degree in agriculture education awarded this year. From 1982-84, he was a field representative for the Wisconsin Dairies Cooperative. In his new capacity, Nies will be responsible for the continuation and im­ provement of extension education programs related to dairy and livestock production and marketing. He will also work with with extension clientele and other interested groups to assess and develop educational programs to serve the dairy and livestock operations of the county. Nies will be headquartered at the cooperative extension office in Hastings, located at 301 S. Michigan. His appointment to the local position was approved Tuesday by the Barry County Board of Comssioners. CARD OF THANKS Thanks to all who helped make ,my birthday quite a surprise serenade and one I will not forget! William Hosey Phone 945-9554 for ACTION ADS Stephen G. Nies has begun his duties as a Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service agriculture agent for Barry County. (Reminder photo) Extravaganza proceeds support training One hundred and sixty people from across Eaton County participated in the Extension Homemakers’ Greek Extravaganza on Thursday evening, Oct. 3, 1985. This year’s Ex­ travaganza focused on Greek dishes that featured lamb and dairy products. Guests included four County Commissioners and their spouses; Bill and Helen Baird from Grand Ledge, John and Irene Bagby from Lansing and from Charlotte, Ken and Marge Baur and Bill and Gertrude Powers. Any and Nola Nicholaou were honored for their technical assistance in planning the Greek menu and providing “family” recipes for the tasty dishes. As a special treat, two for­ mer Eaton County Extension Home Economists attended the evening’s program, Arvella Curtis and Ann Ross. This was the sixth Ex­ travaganza planned by the Extension Homemakers. Each year a countyproduced food commodity is Card Of Thanks The family of William H. Schantz wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to our relatives, neighbors, and friends for your many acts of kindness during his illness and loss of our loved one. A special thanks to nurses in the ICU at Pennock Hospital, Drs. Shirmer, Wildern, and Myers. Rev. Willard H. Curtis and pallbearers for their ser­ vices. Thank You to the Ladies of the Birthday Club and Grange for the delicious luncheon you served at the Grange Hall. Your many acts of kindness, cards, and personal condolences are deeply appreciated. Reva Schantz Homer and Ann Schantz Michael, Levi, Miriam Scott Schantz Shawn (Schantz) Holtom Shane Schantz Shanna (Schantz) Tietz Stacey Schantz promoted via an educational program explaining some aspect dealing with the commodity and through a meal planned around the commodity. This year two commodities were chosen — lamb and dairy. Nick Bellows from the American Dairy Association and Pat Tirrell, a local sheep producer were the evening’s guest speakers. Educational exhibits and door prizes provided by local businesses, rounded out the evenings activities. To plan and implement an event like the annual Ex­ travaganza takes a tremendous amount of effort in the form of donations and money. All food items used in the meal were purchased and donated by individuals or individual Extension Study Groups. Yearly, the proceeds from the Ex­ travaganza ticket sales are used to provide scholarships for leadership development activities such as College Week, State Learn and Lead or Building Strengths seminars. Last year 26 persons were able to benefit. Serving Our Country Robert D. Boyd Sgt. 1st Class Robert D. Boyd, nephew of Clayton A. and Lois M. Wagoner of 7440 Cox Road, Bellevue, has been decorated with the U.S. Army Commendation Medal at Fort Knox, Ky. The Army Commendation Medal is awarded to those individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement or meritorious service in the performance of their duties on behalf of the Army. Boyd is a tank systems mechanic with the School Brigade. He is a 1970 graduate of Climax-Scots High School, Climax. Scott E. Alexander Scott E. Alexander, son of Charles D. Alexander of 2300 Jarman Road, Hastings, and Betty J. Bennett of 223 Kellogg St., Nashville, has been appointed in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of airman first class. Alexander is a construction equipment operator in Avon Park, Fla., with the 56th Tactical Training Wing. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAWS: Husquarva, no money down, only $12 per month, 13 percent interest, most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden 9905 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville. Phone 726­ 0133. FOR SALE: Mums plants, 3 colors. 313 Center Ct. Nash­ ville. 852-0818. Harvest Festival Dinner Family Style At Vermontville Congregational Church, Saturday, Oct. 19, starts 5 p.m. Roast turkey, dressing and all the trimmings, homemade rolls and pies. Adults $4.75, Children under 12, $2.50, pre-school free. Focus on living program to meet tonight The “Focus on Living” program will meet tonight (Tuesday, Oct. 15) from 7-9 p.m. in the educational classroom at Pennock Hospital. The program will include a variety of topics. BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Oct. 15 - Fair Improvement Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office. October 16 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Oct. 19 - 4-H Dairy Hayride, 7:30 p.m., Steve Stampler residence, Dowling. Oct. 21 - County 4-H Rabbit Meeting, 7 p.m., small room of Community Building. Oct. 21 - Barry County Agricultural Society Annual Meeting, 8 p.m., Fair Office. Oct. 23 - 4-H Personal Appearance Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Oct. 25-27 - 4-H Arts & Crafts Workshop, Kettunen Center. Oct. 26 - 4-H Ambassador’s Hayride, 7:30 p.m. Dave Hagon residence. Oct. 29 - 4-H Gallaxy Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 12 - 4-H Awards Program, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 14 Try-at-home versions of new pizzas At its simplest, it takes zj/ only a piece of yeast dough and a sprinkling of herbs and oil to make a pizza, ac­ cording to Italian traditions. But ever-moreadvernturesome American tastes now prefer pizza laden with inventive ingredients. Imaginative restauranteurs first introduced many of these unusual pizza ideas, fans have but pizza pizza fans have discovered how easy they are to create at home. Even for novice yeast bakers, a pizza crust is simple to prepare, using shortcuts like hot roll mix with quick­ acting yeast. For best success in home ovens, these recipes call for partially baking the unfilled crust, then adding the toppings and returning the pizza to the oven. This technique insures that generouslytopped pizzas like these bake completely. Italian Pizza Wreath offers a simply way to create a dressed-up pizza crust. The yeast dough is flavored with Italian seasoning - either the purchased mix or your own blend of oregano, basil and thyme. The “braided” edge that forms the crust is made by shaping part of the dough in to two ropes, twisting them together and pressing them around the edge of the pan. Toppings for this hearty, deep-dish pizza include many of the favorites Italian sausage, mushrooms, onion and green peppers. Note that this recipe calls for cutting the green pepper into rings, instead of chopping, to add a colorful topping to the generous filling. Not all of today’s pizzas require tomatoes or tomato sauce, as demonstrated by savory Spinach Florentine Pizza. The filling for this deep-dish recipe is an in­ triguing combination of spinach and cheeses,with crunch water chestnuts. The meatless pizza packs a powerhouse of nutrition in one slice. Italian Pizza Wreath Crust 1 pkg. Pillsbury Hot Roll Mix 1 t. Italian seasoning l’/4 cups hot water (110 to 120 F.) 2 T. oil. Topping 10*4-oz. can pizza sauce *4 lb. Italian bulk sausage, cooked, well drained 1 c. sliced fresh mushrooms */4 c. chopped onion 1 small green pepper, cut into rings 8 oz. (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese Place oven rack at lowest position. Heat oven to 425 F. Generously grease 12-inch pizza pan. In large bown, combine flour mixture, yeast from foil packet and Italian seasoning; mix well. Stir in hot water and oil until dry ingredients are moistened. Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface. With greased or floured hands, shaped dough into a ball. Knead dough for 2 to 3 minutes until no longer sticky. Divide dough in half. With greased hands, pat half of dough into bottom of prepared pan. Generously prick dough with fork. Divide remaining dough into 2 equal parts; shape into two 36-inch long ropes. Twist ropes together; place around outside edge of pan stret­ ching to fit and pressing against rim of pan to secure. Bake at 425 F for 8 to 10 minutes until crust is light golden brown. Reduce oven to 400 F. Spread pizza sauce evenly over crust. Top with sausage, mushrooms, onion, green pepper and cheese. Bake at 400 F for 18 to 28 minutes until cheese is melted and light golden brown. (If crust becomes too brown, cover with foil during last 5 minutes of baking.) 8 servings. ) Spinach Florentine Pizza Place oven rack at lowest position. Heat oven to 400 F. Generously grease 12-inch pizza pan. In large bowl, combine flour mixture with yeast from foil packet; mix well. Stir in hot water, 2 tablespoons oil and egg until dry ingredients are moistened. Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface. With greased or floured hands, shape dough into a ball. Knead dough for 2 to 3 minutes until no longer sticky. On lightly floured surface, shape dough into a 13-inch circle using floured rolling pin or hands. Place in prepared pan, pressing to fit. Fold overlapping edge of dough under; press well to seal and form a stand-up rim. Flute edge, if desired. Generously prick dough with fork. Cover dough with plastic wrap or towel. On countertop, let rise 10 minutes. Uncover dough; bake at 400 F on lowest oven rack for 10 minutes until light golden brown. Meanwhile, in large skillet cook onions in 2 tablespoons oil until tender. Remove from heat. In large bowl, combine sour cream, nut­ meg, cloves, cayenne pepper and egg; blend well. Stir in onions, water chestnuts, spinach, pimiento, 114 cups Swiss cheese (reserve remaining for top) and mozzarella cheese; mix well. Spread evenly over crust. Top with reserved Swiss cheese and Parmesan cheese. Bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and light golden brown. (If crust becomes too brown, cover with foil during last 5 minutes of baking.) 8 servings. Crust 1 pkg. Pillsbury Hot Roll Mix 1 cup hot water •• (110 to 120 F). 2 T. oil 1 egg Card Of Thanks Topping A very sincere thanks to 2 T. oil Rev. David Nelson for being 1 med. onion, thinly with my family during my sliced surgery and visits af1 c. dairy sour cream terward. ■Zt t. nutmeg Thanks to the Prayer Vs t. cloves chain, and all of the prayers, % t. cayenne pepper the beautiful cards, flowers, 1 egg plants, fruit, telephone calls, and gifts given me. Special ‘4 c. sliced water chest­ thanks to Donald and nuts, drained Jeanette Joseph for taking 2 (10-oz.) pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed, me to the hospital and bringing me home, and squeezed to drain 2-oz. jar (*/4 cup) pimiento, Jeanette being with my family day of surgery. drained, chopped Our fine neighbors, 8 oz. (2 cups) shredded friends, and relatives who mozzarella cheese have done so much. ¥< c. grated Parmesan Thelma Taylor cheese Co-op Extension helps people The Cooperative Ex- enough to accommodate tension Service is a unique national objectives. More achievement in American than 3,000 Cooperative education. It is an agency for Extension offices throughout change, a catalyst for in­ the country form an in­ dividual and group action formation network that is with a history of nearly 70 nationally conceived, yet years of public service. locally available. ExCooperative Extension is a tension’s mission is better vast partnership made up of agriculture, better families, local residents, the state better communities - in the land-grant universities, the aggregate, a better world. U.S. Department of In Eaton County, the Agriculture, and county Agriculture and Marketing governments throughout the program area is staffed by nation. All these groups County Extension Director share in planning financing, Allen Krizek, and Extension and operating Extension Agriculture Agent Roger programs. Betz. Their job is to help Extension’s job is growers produce efficiently, education. The Service to assure consumers an transmits practical in- adequate supply of highformation produced by quality agricultural research centers and products, to maintain universities to the public. profitable farm operations Extension’s aim is to help and to keep the county’s 44 people identify and solve million-dollar-plus problems, many times agricultural industry through the use of new competitive in . state and technology. national markets. Extension programs are In an informal setting led designed to help fulfill local by volunteers and 4-H Youth and state needs. Yet these Agent Nancy Thelen, and 4-H programs are flexible GR tour scheduled Oct. 28 Each year the Eaton Extension Homemakers provide a fall education tour. This year the Fall Tour will visit the Grand Rapids area on Monday, Oct. 28. The first stop will be at the Zondervan Corporation, an industry that prints religious books. You can view the graphic arts departments, print shop and binding areas. Reservations have been made at Granny’s Kitchen restaurant for lunch on your own. You will enjoy your meal as you relax in the nostalgic atmosphere. After lunch the tour bus will stop at the Gerald Ford Museum and Bergsma Furniture. You can look over the presidential memorabilia at the museum and later watch pianos being made at Bergsma Furniture. The tour will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Eaton County Fairgrounds where you will board a bus to start the ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: large assort­ ment of chain saws name brands. Quality Pawn Nash­ ville. 852-9473. FOR SALE: Nice heavy Craftman table saw. $150. Quality Pawn Nashville 852­ 9473._____________ CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) FOR SALE: Sears 30” Elec. Range, like new $200. Quality Pawn Nashville 852-9473. For the Best Prices... on Quality Offset Printing... Contact: J-Ad Graphics Publishers of The Hastings Banner /The Hastings Reminder Maple Valley News (and other area publications) Give us a call at... (616)945-9554 in Hastings journey. The bus will arrive back in Charlotte at ap­ proximately 4:15 p.m. The cost of the tour is $10.50 per MAEH member and $11.50 for non-members. There are 47 seats available, first come, first served. Reservations must be made in advance by sending your check payable to Eaton Extension Homemakers to Anna Mae Conley, 1649 E. Clinton Trail, Charlotte, Mi 48813. Deadline is Oct. 18, 1985. Program Assistant Beverly Barrett, the 4-H youth program offers a learning and recreational climate for young people. It com­ plements the home and classroom and reaches youth on farms, in suburbia and cities with “learn by doing” experiences. 4-H helps young people become self­ directing, productive and contributing members of society. The Home Economics Education program area, guided by Extension Home Economist Mona Ellard, offers education for im­ proving the quality of life in homes and communities. Priority target audiences include both young and limited resource families. Natural Resources and Public Policy programs emphasize wise use and conservation of land, forests, water and wildlife. Public affairs education and community development are also a part of this program area. The entire staff assists with educational programs in this area. Extension programs are conducted in an informal educational setting of meetings, study groups, demonstrations and con­ sultations. They are all geared to the concerns and need of Eaton County in­ dividuals, groups and communities. The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service is located at 126 N. Bostwick, in Charlotte. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the telephone numbers are 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Record apple crop reported Fruit growing conditions throughout Michigan have generally been favorable this season. Fall fruit har­ vest has progressed nor­ mally with good to excellent quality reported. The 1985 Michigan apple crop is forecast at a record 1.1 billion pounds, up 10 percent from the Aug. 1 forecast, and 43 percent above a year ago. This year’s apple crop will be the largest since record keeping was initiated in 1889, ac­ cording to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. Excellent weather con­ ditions prevailed throughout the year. Perfect pollinating weather was followed by timely rains that helped fruit sizing. Cool nights and sunny days. benefitted fruit color. Apple production and quality are excellent except for spotty hail storms which damaged some fruit. Nationally, apple production is down two percent from a year ago. Grape production is forecast at 50,000 tons, down nine percent from the September forecast, but two percent above last year. Grape harvest started early and was about 75 percent complete by Oct. 1. Rain prior to and during harvest some caused disease problems but Brix content is very high. Nationally, grape production is up almost five percent from 1984. Prune-Plum production is forecast at 11,000 tons, an 8 percent decrease from last month and last year. Michigan harvest was vir­ tually complete by Oct. 1. Size and quality were ex­ cellent. Nationally, prune­ plum production in all states except California is up two percent from a year ago. Gunda Pennock to celebrate 90 years An open house celebrating the 90th birthday of Gunda Pennock is being hosted by her three daughters and sons-in-law; Alice and Tim Boucher, Nancy and Randy Knowles, Ardyce and David Youell,. plus her grand­ children. The gathering will take place at the home of Tim and Alice, 4703 South Clark, Nashville on Sunday, Oct. 29 from 3 to 8 p.m. Relatives and friends of Gunda are invited to join in the celebration. She has asked that there be no gifts please. �tlje Most Beautiful Day of ^our Isife start with thefinest WEDDING STATIONERY choose from our selection of • WEDDING INVITATIONS • WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS • THANK YOU CARDS • RECEPTION CARDS • NAPKINS • WEDDING MATCHES • ACCESSORIES Sample books may be taken out overnight for selection at your convenience render �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 15, 1985 — Page 16 Dawn Meade Appointed Branch Manager of Eaton Federal Savings and Loan Office The Board of Directors of Eaton Federal Savings and Loan Assoc­ iation with home office in Charlotte, are pleased to announce the promotion of Dawn Meade to Manager of their Barry Branch Of­ fice located in Nashville. Dawn has been with Eaton Federal for over ten years, having started in Charlotte as a teller and later serv­ ing as Assistant Branch Manager for the past several years. Dawn graduated from Maple Valley High School and she and her son Michael currently reside in Nashville. jTjT Please stop in and get acquainted with our new Manager and the rest of the friendly staff in Nashville. EQUAL HOUSING LENDER and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: NOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 543-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHOHE 852-1830 EATON RAPIOS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 883-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 748-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 8:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-10-22.pdf 1092b5a59a169cffdccb2ec6f23d6f50 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBKARY 121 s. church strbet Hwtings, Michigan 49058 OC 23 Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A-, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 15 — Tuesday, October 22, 1985 School Board appoints DeGroot, Butler to chair citizen's committee by Shelly Sulser Pastor Lester DeGroot of Nashville has been ap­ pointed by the Maple Valley Board of Education to serve as chairman of a board appointed Citizen Advisory Committee. DeGroot, along with Susan Butler, who the board ap­ pointed as vice chaiman, will be in charge of a com­ mittee of 12 to three dozen people not yet chosen, that will examine the entire school program including curriculum, facilities, finance, enrollment, staf­ fing, transportation, extra curricular activities, school lunch program and discipline. The committee will report their findings and make immediate as well as secondary and long term recommendations to the board. The Maple Valley board of education agreed to form the committee at the urging of the Eaton Intermediate School District and the Michigan Department of Education for the purpose of involving and educating the community in school operations. Although the committee has not yet been appointed, it will consist of parents who have children in the schools, community members who do not have have children at­ tending the schools and teacher and administrative representation. “This is not a millage committee,” noted David Hawkins, president of the Maple Valley Board of Education. “We want to get people on the committee from all different parts of the community — “anyone and everyone that would be in­ terested,” he said. Hawkins also informed the newly appointed chairrsons Monday that everyone working in the district is to help the committee with information as resource people. The board also noted the committee will provide a written report and recom­ mendation to the Maple Valley Beard of Education on February 24, 1986. Areas of study by the committee concerning the educational programs will include: courses of study, allocation of instructional time, textbooks and teaching materials; staffing, testing and use of tests, enrollments, discipline, extra curricular and professional develop­ ment opportunities for staff. When looking at services and facilities, the committee will consider adequacy of facilities and equipment, transportation services and food service programs. In the area of finances, allocations of available resources and adequacy of resources will also be targeted. The board held a special meeting last night to appoint the other committee members whose names were not known at press time. In other business, the board agreed to approve the purchase of agriculture equipment for the vocational agriculture class at Maple Valley High School through funds available from Eaton Intermediate School District. The new equipment will cost the school $1 per year to lease plus main­ tenance costs. Some of the new supplies for the two vo- Nursery School to offer face painting as alternative to Halloween masks The Maple Valley Co-op Nursery will offer a face painting service on Halloween (October 31) from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Nursery School next to the Methodist Church on Washington Street in Nashville and at the same time at Stanton’s Real Estate in Vermontville at 144 S. Main. Nursery school personnel feel face painting is safer than masks, and will charge 50-cents per face. Proceeds will go to the Maple Valley Co-op Nursery. Janet Adams paints the face of her <son, Andy, at the Maple Valley Co-Op Nursery to prepare him for Halloween fun I Pastor Lester DeGroot and Susan Butler have been chosen by the Maple Valley Board of Education to serve as the Chairman and Vice Chairman respectively of the new board appointed Citizen Advisory Committee. ag classes include a tractor, plow, disk and planter. The board discussed the possibility of adding responsibility of building and grounds maintenance supervision to transportation supervisor Gerald Aldrich’s current transporation responsibilities. Previously, custodial supervision was handled by a working custodian who no longer maintains those duties. One board member noted that any new position established and open should be posted and open for ap­ plications. Maple Valley High School principal Burr Hartenburg agreed a supervisor is needed. “You need someone who is a single supervisor over all of the custodians. I think that would be a step in the right direction,” he said. “I could work with the supervisor and say, ‘These things are what I would like to see improved’. I would like them to have a supervisor.” Aldrich, who was present at the meeting, did not comment as to whether he would be willing to take on the additional custodial responsibility, and it was pointed out by board member Dale Ossenheimer that Aldrich, a non-union member, has worked in the district without a contract since June 30, 1985 when it expired. “We’re lucky we haven’t been sued by Gerald for an unfair labor practice,” Ossenheimer told the Board. He also noted that for the board to “sit on our dead duffs” is taking a chance. “He has has aa legitimate legitimate greivance and if he wants to file the suit, I’ll coach him on how to do it.” Board President Dave Hawkins responded that “In all fairness, we should sit and discuss his contract and how it stands now.” Continued on next page— M.V.School Board concerned about letter by Shelly Sulser A contoversary surrounding a letter to the Maple Valley school board has been building this week and has led to discussions between the Michigan Education Association and school officials. The letter was written by the parents of a former Fuller Elementary School student, and concerns questions regarding the teaching procedure of kin­ dergarten teacher Pam Hunt. Since the letter contains comments concerning a member of the Maple Valley teaching staff, it should have been handled in a closed session of the board, ac­ cording-to MEA Representative Sue Schwab, but was instead read aloud at the board’s public meeting October 14 by board president Dave Hawkins. Hawkins commented later that he had not seen the letter prior to the board meeting, when it was handed to him by board member Dale Ossenheimer and that he was later told he should not have read the letter since it concerned a personnel matter. Hunt, Fuller School teacher for the past 14 years, was advised by MEA representative Schwab not to commment concerning the events mentioned by the letter’s author, Chester Sugierski, Jr. In his letter addressed to the Maple Valley school board and Superintendent Carroll Wolff, Sugierski explains circumstances leading to his removal of his son, Ian from Hunt’s kindergarten class. Sugierski stated in the letter that he felt his son was receiving negative input, which was the major con­ cern of he and his wife. Superintendent Carroll Wolff noted that although teachers are given certain materials to teach their students, “some freedom is left to the teacher” when it comes to instructional procedures. Sugierski said in a telephone interview Monday that his intention when writing the letter was merely to “express my feelings about the problems at the school,” he said. “My concern is the welfare of my child and it is costing me extra money to send my child to a private school.” Schwab noted that since the letter concerned a member of the Maple Valley staff, it “should have been handled in closed session.” She noted that the contract between the teacher and the school board states that all alleged breeches of discipline are to be properly reported to the employee; that when there is any correspondence directed toward a teacher which results in direct action, the employee is to be first notified and that when any complaint is made by a parent, the employee has the right to have that written complaint in hand and be given an opportunity to respond. All of these contract statements, according to Schwab, were violated when the letter was read at the public meeting without the knowledge of the teacher. Superintendent Wolff said the matter is being in­ vestigated by the district administrators and the Maple Valley Teacher’ Association. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 — Poge 2 observes “Water Quality Awareness Week 5406 October 20*26 is Water Quality Awareness Week in Michigan and Nashville Dept, of Public Works Superintendent Leon Frith is shown here in the laboratory of Nashville's water treatment plant where people can tour during the week. Nashville VFW8260 * DANCE * Saturday, October 26 COUNTRY VARIETY MUSIC BY ... David Harrison & The Particulars 9:30 P.M. to 1:30 A.M. Members and Guests • Food in the Kitchen October 20-26 has been proclaimed by Michigan Governor James Blanchard as the second annual Water Quality Awareness week, and Nashville DPW Superintendent Leon Frith is gearing up for the special visits to be made to the local water treatment plant. Frith noted that the Nash­ ville fourth and fifth grade classes plan to tour the plant today to see how the water is recycled and pumped to each individual home in the Nash­ ville area. The purpose of this ob­ servance is to promote the public’s interest and education in water pollution control. Since the passage of the Clean Water Act in 1972, Michigan has been a leader in the design and con­ struction of wastewater treatment plants to control water pollution. Over $3.2 billion of federal, state and local funds have been spent on wastewater treatment improvements over the last 10-years in Michigan alone. The number of Michigan residents benefiting from these improvements has grown from 900,000 to over CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank my family, friends and neighbors for their prayers, cards, plants, gifts, fruit, phone calls and food brought in after I came home, also the Rev. Lynn Wagner for his visits and prayers, the wonderful care I received while at the Pennock and Blodgett Hospitals. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. Geraldine Johnson 6.5 million people. Water Quality Awareness Week is sponsored by the Michigan Water Pollution Control Association (MWPCA), an organization working for the preservation and enhancement of Michigan’s water resources. It is comprised of more than municipal and industrial 1,250 individuals from in­ wastewaters in Michigan. In recognition of this week, dustries, municipalities, consulting engineers, the village of Nashville has equipment and chemical invited the public to tour suppliers and other their local wastewater organizations, all of whom treatment facilities. For tour are involved in the proper information, contact Leon R. treatment and disposal of Frith, 852-9571. School Board, from page 1 The board’s negotiating committee will report their recommendations con­ cerning the custodial job at the November board meeting. A letter, addressed to the board and Superintendent Carroll Wolff, was read to the board by President Hawkins from Chester A. Sugierski Jr. The letter stated that the Sugierskis have recently transferred their son, Ian, to a private school because of classroom events and the teaching practices of Mrs. Pam Hunt, a kindergarten teacher at Fuller School in Nashville. This matter is under in­ vestigation and will be discussed scusse further urteratte at the November board meeting, said Wolff. He also noted Mrs. Hunt will be given an opportunity to respond at that time. (See related story). ws reported eoe by Wolff o It was that the request of Mr. and Mrs. William Ledbetter to have the property where they live transferred from the Hastings Area School District to the Maple Valley School District has been denied by the Barry In­ termediate School District, considering they do not own the property. The property is owned by Robert Varney. It was agreed by the board last Monday that Maple Valley work with area universities to obtain an “intern” to work as acting assistant principal and athletic director when Larry Lenz takes a leave of ab­ sence. The board approved a 45-day leave, extending from December 3 to February 17, 1986, for Lenz who will be undergoing surgery. His accumulated sick days will be used during that time. A leave of absence was also approved for Gerald Banfield,, Fuller Street School custodian, for a period of three months beginning October 14 and a leave of absence for surgery for Mrs. Becky Stark, Fuller Elementary teacher. Her leave will begin November 6 through December 9. Eight sick days will be used, through November 6 November 15. A leave of absence was also approved by the board for Fuller and Kellogg Principal Howard Yost, for 30 days, beginning October 10, 1985. He will be using accumulated sick days.. Wolff Wlff and d Bill Christensen Ch will fill in for Yost. In other business, the board: —Agreed to the leasing of a two-way radio system (Flexar Repeater Station with Duplexor) to be used in the special education buses and the bus garage at a cost of $1,795 for the first year; and two years thereafter at $1,000 per year. Partial financing by Eaton In­ termediate, along with state aid reimbursement will fund the new radios. —Agreed to approve the purchase of one Western seven foot, six inch snow plow from Truck and Trailer Equipment Company at a cost of $1,710. —Approved the purchase of two Canon AP100 typewriters from Lansing Office Equipment to replace typewriters at Maplewood and in the High School office. —Approved to seek bids for the purchase by the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High school of two score boards, two controls and wire in the school gymnasium. The school expects the new equipment to cost nearly $3,000. —Agreed to ammend the target dates in the five year plan to say the plan will be completed and submitted to the board of education no later than the regular board meeting of April, 1986, instead of the original plan with a reporting date of January, 1986. It also now CONTINUED on page 7— ACTION-ADS How can you get help fast when your car is smashed? No problem. 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LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 — Page 3 'aCK Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Jw sss sssj S, Siv Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2-U.M.W. bazaar and bake sale at Pat’s Sugar Hut. Saturday, Nov. 2 Gresham bazaar and turkey dinner at Gresham United Methodist Church to begin at 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 - Woman’s Club to meet at the home of Fern Gearhart with a program on antiques. L’k Lk v SK ^Sw ^*k S7w^’’1 *k 7^’1 ^8 tH^U »s*<Sj »s*<S •*25 5*1 Many ofus decided being a Senior Citizen isn’t at all bad, like the beautiful free dinner and program at the Griswold Room last Monday evening for us. The program by Pat Doolin of pre­ recorded music and background voices of old songs was outstanding and very enjoyed. Many thanks to the Vermontville Lions Club. Then on Tuesday several Senior Citizens ate lunch and M.V. High School and learned some pointers in self-protection. Mrs. Ava Kroger called on Mrs. (John) Ethel Mason in Nashville Tuesday P.M. and learned that her brother Charles Rodgers 76, had been killed in a trucking accident on Friday at Perry, Georgia. He was the owner and operator of Rodgers Wrecking Service, there at one time he operated a garage in Kalamao. Services were held at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte on Friday, with burial in Kalamo Cemetery. Sur-- vivors include sisters, Flora Satterlee, Ethel Mason, Mae Rose of Charlotte and Mary Cain of Kingsport, Ten­ nessee. The Rodgers children were pupils in the old Bowen School where I started my teaching career 65 years ago 1920-21. Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Hale, Holly and Robin left Saturday in their motor home to meet some friends in Cadillac who also have a motor home and they expect to travel together on a color tour Saturday and Sunday. Miss Debra Drake and Mr. Daniel DeVine, both in the Navy in California were married in a 4 p.m. Saturday her brother Marion Corey and wife and other relatives. They spent one day in visiting in Lake City. Sunday visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Marian Corey were. Mrs. Brook and her son Lynn and family of Auburn, In­ diana. Week-end visitors of Mrs. Leta Nagle were Mr. and ceremony in the Ver­ montville Methodist Church before a large group of relatives and friends. Debra is the daughter of Arthur Drake of Nashville and the late Mabel Frith Drake. The reception was held at the Nashville Masonic Temple. Mr. and Mrs. Karl Weiss of Ft. Collins, Colorado flew here to spend a week with Don't forget the ... CHOCOLATE NEWS, continued page 6 Sweet & How Good SALE 650 S. Main, Vermontville (517) 726-0652 CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES Eaton Federal Building Making Progress tt '^e? , a't*t ?»W t 3* i ? ^ ^ase ^aisej *^5 *k*hb *k *hb^ to. t"■o?.• J’w.niii. ’ fofri COHTWUffijij A year ago, Eaton Federal Savings and Loan announced with much excitement the plans for the new Eaton Federal Building, to be com­ pleted in the spring of 1986. As the photo above shows, these plans are becoming a reality as the building begins to take shape. The landscaping, parking lot and drives are also well under construction. We are proud of the progress that is being made, and invite you to drive by and see our growing facility in the 200 block of South Cochran in Charlotte. The new structure is a two-story building with a full basement. Each floor will consist of approximately 7,000 square feet. The second story will be unfinished for the present, available for future expansion. The basement will be used for the equipment room, storage vault, and employee lounge, including ample storage area. The main floor will be of modern design, and will include eight teller stations, lobby, loan department, accounting department, a new accounts- department, general office areas, a safe deposit box vault and a book vault. Also included in the main floor will be a teller station for two drive-in windows. A separate vault for safe deposit boxes will greatly increase the number of boxes available. The book vault will allow the safekeeping of valuable papers and loan files. The new facility will give the institution space for growth in the lending department which has been desperately needed. Personnel space for consumer and automobile loans will enhance the offering of these services to the public. A separate new accounts area will streamline operations and reduce customer waiting time. The building is of brick and block construc­ tion, designed to blend into the downtown location, and still maintain its own distinctive appearance. The parking lot will accommo­ date approximately 35 vehicles, with the entrance from Bostwick Street. The drive-up window will be designed to allow the entrance of traffic from Seminary Street exiting on to South Cochran. Eaton Federal is a local financial institution, directed, managed and staffed by local people with additional offices in the surrounding communities of Eaton Rapids, Nashville and Olivet. The institution has been rated in the top 10 percent nationally for many years. The construction of the new home office is expected to be completed in the spring of 1986. The Board of Directors is very pleased to be a part of this new development of downtown Charlotte. Eaton Federal Savings and Loan Board ofDirectors HerbertBlac Dr. B.P. Brown Donald Hummel FloydJewell John Smith Lynwood Webb JeffWildem FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Eaton Federal HOME OFFICE CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 543-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852-1830 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 749-2811 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER and Loan Association OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Monday-Friday 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 — Page 4 Travel takes former editor to Tacoma (The following is the fourth installment of a series of “letter home” written by the late Len W. Feighner, editor­ publisher of The Nashville News from 1888-1928, during a 1914 cross-country train trip. Accompanied by his wife Stella, Feighner toured the South, Southwest and the West Coast before heading to the Northwest and home via Canada. At Los Angeles the Feighners were joined by their daughter, Vada. In this episode the News editor writes of the many former local residents he found living at Tacoma, Washington and tells of “the city of beautiful homes” and its picturesque surroun­ dings.) where we visited, and about whom we told you in our last letter. These dear folks just dropped business and everything else while we were in Tacoma and devoted their whole time to showing us the beautiful city and its picturesque surroundings. Clem Yates, who is city salesman for the Wiegle Candy Co., has “made good,” has a fine position, a neat home, a summer home on Steilacoom Lake, and a charming wife and little daughter. Bert Jones, who at one time conducted a bakery in Nashville, and who married a Nashville girl, Miss Nellie Weber, is proprietor of a thriving bakery on 6th Avenue and is doing splendidly. We enjoyed the hospitality of their home at dinner Wednesday and passed a most enjoyable evening. They have a beautiful daughter just budding into womanhood. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Weber live on a ranch near Gig Harbor, several miles down the Sound, and are doing well. Mr. Weber has just passed through a serious illness, but is now convalescent. Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Young, who will be remembered by the older citizens of Nash­ To illustrate the height of Mt. Tacoma (or Mt. Rainier on the Seattle side) for ville, are old residents of the folks back home, Len Feighner asked his readers "to measure in your mind mind" Tacoma. Mr. Young came the distance from the village (seen here circa-1907) to the Hosmer schoolhouse here to take a position as north of town and "stand that bit of landscape straight up in the air. At Tacoma, principal in one of the city the Feighners ran into so many former Nashville residents that it was almost like schools which he held for a homecoming. One was Della Gossage, whose first husband, Orno Strong, many years. He improved founded The Nashville News in 1873 and 15 years later sold it to employee his spare time in the study of Feighner. law and is now enjoying a lucrative practice. His office year, and enough of it is capable of country and the process of language is in the Fidelity building, “velvet” so that they are reducing them to the finished describing it. one of the largest and finest very well satisfied. ..But the crowning glory of product. All of the heavy office buildings in the city. work is done by machinery Tacoma is its mountain, Mrs. Della Gossage, who Miss Elsie LaPrad, a niece at the time of her residence and the workmen have a known on this side as Mount of J.W. Roberts, and who in Nashville was Mrs. Orno “snap” compared to that of Tacoma, and on the Seattle made her home with them Strong, lives at Spanaway, a men in the same position side as Mount Rainier. On while Mr. Roberts was beautiful suburb of Tacoma, this side of the mountain it is twenty years ago. superintendent of schools at on the shores of a splendid ...And with all its rank treason to call it Nashville and later at lake, and has a pretty and manufacturing and com­ Rainier. The original Indian Hastings, is one of the eighth comfortable home where she merce, Tacoma is an ideal name for it is “Tahoma.” grade teachers at Tacoma, and her husband are en­ home city, the one city which But whatever its name, it is has held her position for joying life. Her brother, E. most favorably impressed one of the grandest sights in many years, and is W. Peckham, who was also me of all the coast cities as the whole west, where so recognized as one of the very at one time a resident of having a contented and much of the scenery is Feb. 14,1914 best teachers in the city, and Nashville and an employee satisfied citizenship. It is a beautiful. They tell me that it My, but these have been is also very popular socially. of The News, is at present city of beautiful homes, is rarely one can see the busy times for the fat editor Dr. J.F. Austin, a dentist making his home with them. splendidly paves streets, mountain during the winter, from Michigan. I wanted to who did his first practice at He has been for many years attractive parks ... Point on account of the clouds and write “you all” a letter last Nashville about a dozen a steward on a line of Definace Park, one of the mists hiding it, but we were week, but there didn’t seem years ago, is one of the streamers, but is looking for most beautiful places we very fortunate in having to be a spare minute to fuss proprietors of the Electro an investment ashore, being have seen in all our journey, beautiful views of it on three with pencil and pad. Dental Parlors, a splendid ready to settle down and get is a high, deeply-wooded different days during our When we struck Tacoma institution which occupies married. Mrs. Gossage’s elevation overlooking the stay, and on no two occasions we found ourselves among so one whole floor of the daughter Nellie is now Mrs. Sound. It is owned by the did it look alike. many former Nashville Tacoma Theatre building The summit of । the government, which reserves Kistler, and lives about two people that it was almost like and employs a force of miles beyond Spanaway, itfor naval defense in case of mountain is about sixty a home-coming. Among the fourteen dentists and where they are establishing war, but is loaned to the city, miles from Tacoma, yet is Nashvillites here are Mr. assistants. They are doing a a chicken ranch. She has one which makes and maintains sometimes seems so near and Mrs. John L. Mills, business of about $50,000 a the improvements. There that one might easily walk to son, a boy of about four are many attractive summer it in a few hours. It is nearly years. Tacoma is also the home of resorts in every direction 14,000 feet high, making it Henry B. Dewey, formerly of from Tacoma, some on the nearly three miles higher Sound, others on pretty fresh than sea level at Tacoma’s Hastings, a son of George M. water lakes, of which there waterfront. Just measure in Dewey, atone time publisher are a number within a few your mind the distance from of the Hastings Banner. Mr. miles. Nashville to the Hosmer Dewey was for some years One of the most schoolhouse and stand that superintendent of public instruction for the state of noteworthy features of bit of landscape straight up Tacoma is its magnificent in the air, put a snow night­ Washington, but is now high school and the Stadium. cap on it, and perhaps you representing one of the big They are an eminence can form some sort of an school book firms. Mr. Dewey and the writer were overlooking the Sound, and idea of the appearance of schoolmates at Hastings command a beautiful view. this grand old hill. many years ago, and I was The Stadium was orginally a ... Of course, climbing the very glad to meet him again. wooded gulch, in which has mountain is practically Among such an array of been constructed one of the impossible in the winter, and old friends you can easily most magnificent am- old boy Fike is pretty con­ imagine that our stay in phitheatres in the world. It siderable around the belt for Tacoma was a particularly will seat 35,000 people, but mountain climbing, anyway, pleasant one, and that every temporary seats may be but I did get up pretty well minute of our time was fully easily arranged for as many into the foothills, and a occupied. more. Here are held not only memorable trip it was. Ex­ Tacoma is a beautiful city, the high school baseball congressman Stanton and a very substantial one. It games and other athletic Warburton, a prince of good is one of the few con­ events, but many great fellows and well known to servative cities on the coast, public events. many Michigan people, and and while it has not made so Mr. Mills and I visited old who is a prominent attorney rapid a growth as some of Fort Steilacoom, a few miles and real estate owner here, them, its progress has been from the heartof the city and placed himself and his car at substantial and its future is the oldest white settlement our services, took us for a assured, and property values in the state. The insane splendid ride about the city, will never be any lower here asylum is located here and and on Monday took a party than they are at present. The several hundred of the more consisting of the Feighner docile of the “nuts” were family, Mrs. Mills, and Mrs. harbor is a magnificent one, where the largest of the being taken out for an airing, Warburton’s son Stanton ocean-going vessels and any watchful guards “riding junior, for a ride up the Mt. herd” on them. For fear of Tacoma road. This is a number of them can find safe being herded with them we splendid anchorage. The railroad and highway cut passed on and walked through the forests and up docking facilities are ample, several miles through a the mountain by the county, the city has large lumber and flouring mills, and its wooded road to the village of at a cost of $200,000, and Steilacoom, where we found which is being paved at the export trade is in all probability the largest of any a beautiful view of the rate of about nine miles a city on the Pacific coast. Sound, with McNeil’s island, year. It runs up into the In the company of Mr. the site of the federal prison, mountain as far as it is Climbing Mt. Tacoma is "practically impossible in the winter," noted the Nashville News editor, " and old boy Fike is pretty considerable around the belt for Mills and Mr. Young, I and Fox Island in the center possible to construct a high­ visited the saw and planing of the picture and the way. Mr. Warburton took us mountain climbing, anyway." Len Feighner owned The News for 40 years, and at mills of the St. Paul and Olympic mountains, white up this beautiful drive for various times also served as Nashville postmaster, fire chief, village president, Tacoma Lumber Co. and with snow and screened by a about 35 miles, until we school board president, and local opera house manager. He also represented this district as state legislator, was a Michigan Press Association officer, and in later saw the modern methods of hazy blue mist in the found so much snow as to handling the monster logs background, a view which I make further progress years operated a newspaper brokerage business from his home. He died in 1948 at age 86. which come down from the wish you might have seen Continued on next page— hills of this remarkable with me, for I have no �From our readers To the Editor: Well, about a year has gone by since we lead the battle to defeat the four mill school millage last year. Let’s look and see if it was needed - or if we were lied to. Remember these statements that were sent through the community to scare us into voting Yes? 1. Kellogg School would have to be shut down. 2. Three Vermontville kindergarten classes would be combined into two. 3. Teachers would be laid off. 4. We wouldn’t be able to buy two buses as usual. 5. We pay Carrol Wolf $44,381 per year to ac­ curately present to the board and the public what is needed by die school. He said in the meeting before the millage election, that even if the millage did go through, that we would barely get by and would probably have to ask for at least one more mill for fall of 85. 6. In January or February the school would be shut down from lack of money and our kids would be shipped to Hastings and Charlotte. The four mills that the school and the ACE com­ mittee claimed we had to have, didn’t go through. Let’s take a quick look at Orb ft uis, osftclit tSDJ MSK Hi ■ !ta xusar khv iiitabEin ! tai aiiaui ■ ii tateii i jk tarn OS 4 kiasaa ■its :SS.^’ iJta c$d«l* sjB ata**1 tiik*1 _4«w 1P* tab jUJE n * * M * * lWli |g4 E®1^'3 what did happen: 1. No schools were shut down. 2. No classes were cut or combined into bigger classes. In fact they made one class into two, because the teacher couldn’t make 31 kids mind. 3. N o teachers were laid off and they even hired more along with teachers aids. 4. We bought two buses as usual. 5. The school didn’t shut down the firstofthe year and our kids shipped elsewhere. As was pointed out in the one page ad to vote “No,” the school receives more each year without a millage increase because we pay more taxes each year. Anytime a new house goes up or property divided, more tax revenues are paid which go to the school. Last year this amounted to $300,000 which on a 3.4 million dollar budget, should cover any increase in operating cost. Because of that, it covered the four percent wage in­ crease for the school em­ ployees that cost us $160,000 more. We bought at least $5,000 in computers for our classes. We bought a new mill for shop class (that wasn’t needed) for several thousand dollars. At the end ofthe school year we still had a larger cash carry over than in previous years ($174,000). Do you suppose that if we handed them the $400,000 generated by the four- mills, they would have given it back to us? Not a chance, but they did operate just fine without it. The messes you see at Bellevue and other schools, are because the school board didn’t live within *their means. That’s why it’s important to put and keep people on the board who will say no to unnecessary spending. Any fooll can bankrupt anything, but it takes someone with back­ bone and ability to handle money to run things right. Maybe a member of the local high school can explain how raising taxes unnecessarily is for the betterment of the community. Jeff Frayer To the Editor: I would like to compliment you on the fine coverage given to Girls Basketball this year. After two years ab­ sence it does look nice in my daughters scrapbook. But, to register a com­ plaint, it would be ap­ preciated to see the same photo coverage afforded to basketball as is afforded to football. It is a pleasant change this year to see our Girls Basketball Team smiling for the first time in two years. Not to mention leading the league at the present time. It’s too bad there isn’t a way to keep the present school administrators out of the gym during the girls game which would make it all the more enjoyable for some of us parents. It would be nice if more of our community supported girls activities as they do in other towns. I personally invite everyone to come and watch our girls teams compete. Remember one thing, girls don’t have to be boys to be cheered onto victory at athletic contests. Dennis Lamie The Maple Vplley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 __Page 5 recent article on the presentation of a new flag at Maplewood Elementary School. First, the flag did not fly over the White House as the article stated. It flew over our nation’s Capitol in Washington. The second inaccuracy was that I presented the flag to the entire school and not just the fourth grade as the article implied. The fourth grade put together the program. Mrs. Green gave this task to Rudy Othmer, Lisa Wood, Stacy Hawblitz, Missy Melvin and Nikki Jones. We at Maplewood School have appreciated the sup­ port you have shown us in the past but we did want this clarified. Elizabeth A. King. To the Editor: Mrs. Dennis: Your support of the MV Schools is commendable; unfortunately, you are taking the same “blinders” approach that past board members and their sup­ porters have followed over the past two decades. Many of us see these reports by outside observers as a scathing indictment of the school administration. What’s more, we are probably being made aware of only the tip of the iceberg. It appears that our ad­ ministration has used poor judgement in all areas (hiring, evaluation, assignments, public relations, etc.) and was always supported by a rubber-stamp board and their fellow travelers. Fortunately a change seems to be in order in that we may finally have a majority on the board that is questioning and refusing to be intimidated or put off. Some of us are hoping that they do the proper thing and ask for some resignations. Then begin a search for administrators that seek a quality education for students as a top priority. So with all due respect Mrs. Dennis; please re-read those reports again carefully!! Jim Erwin, Nashville Frank Wapiennik selected as EATRAN ‘Driver of the Year’ Frank Wapiennik of Potterville was recently selected “Driver of the Year” by Eaton County’s public transportation system, EATRAN. Wapiennik has driven EATRAN’s rural demand­ response route no. 8 since September 1980 when the local service first began. Wapiennik was chosen for the award based on accuracy in record keeping and farebox collection, customer relations, safe driving practices and dedication and attitude. He received a trophy and savings bond courtesy of the Transporation Authority. Prior to his employment with EATRAN, the award winner drove a bus for STARTING OCT. 28 New Winter Hours will be Monday thru Friday 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Powers Service 133% SOUTH MAIN, NASHVILLE MEMORIES, continuedfrom page 4— unsafe. This brought us to departure from Tacoma, the canyon, where we had a where we had been so grand view hundreds of feet delightfully entertained by down into the gorge to where many friends, headed for ■ the Misqually River goes Seattle and Spokane, which tumbling in its green glory we shall have to tell you from the glacier down to the about in a later letter. sea. It has been robbed of I wish some of you folks part of its green water, “back home,” to whom I am however, in the hills above writing these letters, would this canyon to create power come across with a letter and light for the city, which from back yonder, so I could has been established a know how you are getting municipal power plant down along. I’m getting a bit the canyon ... All of this trip homesick to hear from you. was beautiful. Fike Part of the way the road (to be continued has been cut through virgin next week) To The Editor: forest of stately firs which I wish to correct some stand so thickly on the errors and omissions in your ground that a deer would break his antlers off trying to get through ... Occasionally a small ciearning contains the dwelling and other buildings of an incipient ranch. 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TNEPCIBUC 1 61 $345° S3< ft Community Mental Health in Lansing and worked at Diamond Reo. He lives in Potterville with his wife Carolyn and daughter Frankie. With 20 percent of EATRAN’s riders handicapped and 20 percent age 60 or above, drivers receive special sensitivity training and are required to assist their special passengers. Wapiennik especially enjoys transporting the han­ dicappers on his route. For three years he has driven the EATRAN shuttle bus during Grand Ledge’s Island Art Festival and has also driven the shuttle bus for the Vermontville Syrup Festival. $10695 $18998 $19677 $7I 1JL95 Model 100 *399« Model 842 $4530 All Prices Cash & Carry Only Prices Good thru October 26, 1985 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. October 22. 1985 — Page 6 Regional barnyard basics workshop planned Are you interested in raising farm animals at home? If your answer is yes and you are inexperienced in this area, you’ll want to attend a 4-H sponsored program for beginners both inside and outside the 4-H program. The focus of the “Barnyard Basics’’ workshop is on raising animals. The program is designed for adults and youth, giving instruction on skills, time, costs, feeding, equipment, and facilities required to raise animals. The workshop will be conducted on Saturday, Nov. 2 and Saturday Nov. 9, at the Kellogg Biological Station, located near Hickory Cor­ ners, MI. Species to be covered on Nov. 2 are dogs, rabbits, horses, dairy and goats. The sessions on Nov. 9 will include beef, sheep, poultry, guinea pigs, and swine. Each session will be conducted twice; from 9:30 a.m. to noon and again from 1:30-4 p.m., making it possible for a person to at­ tend four different sessions over the two days. Registration cost is $3 per adult, $1 per youth, or $5 per family. Lunch is optional at the cost of $2.50. Reser­ vations and the appropriate fee to due Oct. 25 at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service Office 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, MI 48813. A map to the Kellogg Biological Station will be sent to all registrants. For more information or to register, contact the Ex­ tension Office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. EATRAN holds annual Safety Banquet Fifteen EATRAN drivers Mulliken, Carla Sivyer of were awarded Safe Driving Eaton Rapids and Frank awards at the local Transit Wapiennik of Potterville. Authority’s recent “Safety Each award recipient and Banquet” held at Josie’s in spouse was treated to a meal and received a Safe Driving Charlotte. The drivers, who each had Patch for his or her uniform. completed a full year of safe Additional awards were driving without a chargeable presented to Ray Lowe and accident are: Dianna Linda Tokar for their recent DeFrates, John Barko, work in the area of First Aid Linda Tokar, Jean Arbour, and CPR training. Lowe and Ron Carmoney, Bev Bogner, Tokar, who are certified Chuck Jones, Al Thomas, instructors, provide a Bill Moist, Randy Hankins training program for and Linda Leist all of EATRAN staff members. Charlotte, Stan Smith of Another special award Vermontville, Ray Lowe of winner was Al Thomas, who was presented a “suggestion award” for his idea in changing the format of EATRAN’s reduced fare ride passes. John Barko was presented a certificate of appreciation for representing EATRAN at the recent state-wide Small Bus Rodeo. Wednesday, Oct. 16 EATRAN has an on-going driver training program covering such topics as: defensive driving, public iiig relations, working with the elderly and handicapped and Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children health and safety. Darlene, Lucy & Marsha Welcome... SYLVIA FISHER Starting... "The Mirrors image" „ wiMiOte luiaae.. 111 N. 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To register con­ national experts discuss state police officer who tact the office of Edith drug use trends and works with youth; and Otto prevention programs for Moulton, Boston (Mass.) Wright, 46 Kellogg Center, businessman who heads a MSU, East Lansing, MI teens. Sponsored by the Bir­ national organization for 48824-1022; phone (517) 355­ mingham (Mich.) - based information exchange on 0170. Michigan Communites in Action for Drug-Free Youth, the second annual con­ ference at MSU’s Kellogg Center encourages organizations to exchange information and foster new group formation, according to MCA network director Ann Hansen. “The increased awareness of parents about their in­ fluence on alcohol and other drug prevention has been very heartening,” says State Representative Hansen. “Parent knowledge is much more sophisticated, thanks in great part to in­ HOUSE APPROVES FINANCIAL AID FOR PART-TIME creased media coverage STUDENTS - The Michigan House of Representatives has over the past year.” approved two bills aimed at assisting part-time students and In her first appearance in students participating in college work-study programs. Michigan, Joyce Nalepka, House Bill 4452 would create a matching funds program to president of the 8,000 supplement existing collegiate work-study programs. House member group National bill 4471 would provide financial aid to qualified part-time Federation of Parents for students. Drug-Free Youth, will speak CHILD SAFETY TIP OF THE WEEK - Choose a secret at 9:15 a.m. on “Confronting code word to use in case of emergency. Your child should the Issues.” A founder of never go with anyone who does not know the code word. NFP, she has served as a (This message has been provided by the National Child consultant for the National Safety Council.) Institute on Drug Abuse. USE OF CHECK MARK ON BALLOTS APPROVED BY Dr. C. W. Dempsey, HOUSE - Continue to use a cross (X) on your ballots for now, director of Tulane Univer­ but legislation has been approved by the Michigan House of sity’s neurology laboratory, Representatives that would make it legal to use a check will discuss his research on .mark on a ballot when voting. But until the measure is ap­ the effects of marijuana on proved by the Michigan Senate and the Governor, you must behavior and brain structure use a cross (X) on your vote will be valid. at a 10:15 a.m. general SEX OFFENDERS WOULD BE BARRED FROM session. PRISON FARMS - Legislation, House Bill 5073, has been Following a series of introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives that workshops will be a luncheon would prevent the Michigan Department of Corrections address by Fran Anderson, from placing anyone convicted of criminal sexual conduct in Michigan Parent-Teacher a prison farm work environment. Such offenders are Association president. currently prohibited from being placed, in minimum Workshops will be security facilities, but wardens are allowed to place them on repeated in the afternoon, minimum security prison farms. concluding with a 2:45 p.m. TAX AMNESTY BILLS NEAR APPROVAL The Michigan House and Senate are putting the final touches on a proposed tax amnesty plan for Michigan taxpayers and Vermontville News continued from page 3— businesses. Under the plan, delinquent tax payers would have a 30 to 60 day period of time to declare their Mrs. Les Harrison and delinquency and pay their back taxes, with interest, but Charles Hanson of Elkgrove, without penalty. After the amnesty period, penalties for tax Illinois, also Mr. and Mrs. evasion, fraud, misrepresentation, negligent non-payment Merle Haines of Hastings. Sunday dinner guests of and other tax crimes would increase dramatically for all future tax violations. Both the tax amnesty plan and the Mrs. Hermina Southern were Mrs. Charles Wilson of increased penalties for violations are expected to generate additional revenue for the state. Birmingham, Mrs. Kim Sneak and two children from Columbus, Ohio, Kip Wilson of Lansing, Ardis Briggs and Elizabeth Stowe, Mrs. Karen Stop by and see... Stone and daughter Casey of Ionia and Mr. and Mrs. Dorothy & Irene James Hadden of Gun Lake. Misses Margaret and Martha Zemke, Leta Nagle, Mary Bake, Helen Hamme WALK-INS WELCOME and Ava Kroger attended the lovely open house Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Boucher 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 honoring the 90th birthday of Alice’s mother, Mrs. Gunda Pennock. The Kalamo Historical Society will meet Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. for a potluck and entertainment. A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH Irene’s Beauty Shop ACTION-ADS CROP LAND WANTED TO RENT: We need a total of 400 acres within a reasonable distance of our farm located at 7273 Dowling Rd. near M­ 66, Nashville. Call us and we will look at what you have to offer. Ed Zaagman, Inc. Farm, 4301-19 Kalamazoo, S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49508. (616) 455-2220 or Marvin Mitchell, Farm Manager, 7273 Dowling Rd., Nashville, MI 49073. (616) 758-3454. (10-22) Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday 'til 7 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 — Page 7 SCHOOL BOARD, continuedfrom page 3— Bike-A-Thon earns $608 for St. Jude Hospital The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Wheels For Life Bikeathon held in Nashville raised a grand total of $608. “We are extremely proud of the 11-riders (who pedaled a total of 225Vfe-mUes), the hard working volunteers whose efforts made this a success, and the citizens of Nashville, said Elsie E. Wolever, campaign chair­ man. Local man is on Olivet College football team Julius Maurer, a 1985 graduate of Maple Valley High School, plays the position of offensive lineman on Olivet College’s football team. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Mauer of 6915 Assyria Rd., Nashville, Julius is a freshman at Olivet, majoring in business studies. Because the diseases that St. Jude Children’s Research Hopital is battling can strike any child anywhere, this money will be helping to save children’s lives all Over the world, she said. “It is a wonderful feeling CORRECTION Jim Erwin says he is not suing the village of Nashville which was stated in a recent article. Erwin said, “it is they (the village) who took us to court for not hooking up to the sewer line three years ago. On Oct. 9 Judge Shuster ordered us to hook on by Dec. 1 or pay the $600 fee and to pay sewer use charge from Nov. I, 1982 to Nov. 1, 1985. He, however, refused to allow the village to assess us late fees, to charge us in­ terest, nor to collect the attorney fees the village has spent on this issue over the past three years because in his opinion, the village was dMAPLE VALLEYS „ . x , \ "»*5!y* "'*y11 X **»■»■ *8jj||,||^, ii1 (' Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMERWINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan Iff HUB •*fcs«3£ii icniijffliifflH ■aatnnair xiassakltaaS lifer ini in IB gjyferlriiEfiE feirfeasBpiiMi (■fBSfetdP^ ^nllfeMt^ ®M3® realtor- JOAN A HOMER WINEGAR................. (Evenings) 7264)223 GEORGE WILLIAMS sales associate ............... 852-9833 NICE HOME IN NASHVILLE: 2 story, 4 bedrooms, beautiful oak woodwork, open stairway (oak), 3 bay windows, fenced backyard. Must see inside. Asking $32,000. (N-109) 55S** quilty of poor public relations, and he felt with a little diplomacy on the part of the council and their representatives, the issue could have been settled three years ago thereby avoiding the delay,” said Erwin. “Further, he directed that the village must place a tap along the stub where I feel it is most convenient for me.” chairman Merle Sears and other helpers, Ruby Ball, Mrs. Thayer, Sharon Smith, Nancy Brown and last but not least the Reminder for their support in notifying the community by the articles before and after,” she said. Special 8th District BINGO Florida February 14 to 18. He would have participated in a program called “Eligibility for Co-Curricular Participation in Smaller Secondary Schools.” Wolff noted that “if we approve this, we would have to approve it for all of the administrators. It was decided a few years back that we would not participate in national conventions.” Wolff stated that two hours of temporary aide time has been added at Fuller School. On Sunday, Oct. 13, a special bingo was held at the V.F.W. Hall in Nashville by the ladies of the auxiliary to BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION Post 8260. The bingo was well at­ CALENDAR OF EVENTS tended by department and district officers, consisting of 8th district president, Gayle Scott; sr. vice, Betty Oct. 23 - 4-H Personal Appearance Meeting, 7:30 p.m., department Extension Office, Hastings. Snedden; ACTION-ADS Oct. 25-27 - 4-H Arts & Crafts Workshop, Kettunen Center. chaplin, Audrey Gillin; NO ONE (NO EX­ department conductress, Oct. 26 - 4-H Ambassador’s Hayride, 7:30 p.m. Dave Hagon CEPTIONS): is permitted to Evyline Woodcock, residence. hunt, trap, or trespass on our department treasurer, Oct. 29 - 4-H Gallaxy Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community farm property located in Diana Cosper, Battle Creek Building, Hastings. Vermontville Township, in VA Hospital Representative Nov. 2 - 4-H Barnyard Basics, (raising and housing dogs, Eaton County. Acreage Jackie Knapp, 5th district rabbits, horses, diary, goats) Kellogg Biological Station, described as E% of S. W¥< president Eileen Rush, Augusta, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost $3 per adult, $1 per youth, lying South of Thornapple auxiliary members and five $5 per family. Lunch is optional for $2.50. River and W.% of SEy4 lying members of Potterville Nov. 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. S ofriver, and N. of R.R. Bed Auxiliary to Post No. 6034. Sec. S.E.y< of S.E.14 lying N The sum of $176.50 was Nov. 9 - 4-H Barnyard Basics (raising and housing of beef, of R.R. Bed Sec. 30, T3N, made to present to Gayle at sheep, poultry, cavies, swine) Kellogg Biological Station, R6W, Vermontville 1\vp. in the next district rally to be Augusta, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost $3 per adult, $1 per youth, Eaton County. All vandalism held Dec. 7 at Otsego Post $5 per family. Lunch is optional for $2.50. Nov. 12 - 4-H Awards Program, 7:30 p.m., Community and all kinds of Harassment No. 3030. Building, Hastings. (phone or other) and Nov. 13 - 4-H Horse Movies, 6:30 p.m. Community Building, II Sharit Extension trespassing (for any reason) Hastings, followed by Horse Leaders Meeting at 7:30 p.m. must cease at once. Club hold meeting Nov. 15-17 - 4-H Adult Horse Leaders Conference, Kettunen Violators will be prosecuted. Center. Tustin. The U Sharit Club held Mr. and Mrs. Bill Dean their monthly meeting ATTENTION CRAFTERS: Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Nashville Christian home of Elizabeth Wilcox in Academy is now taking Nashville. The lesson was applications for spaces in about Tofu, the new (to us) their annual Christmas high-protein food. Novem­ ROUND REED... .Per .Per Hank Hank Bazaar which will be held bers lesson is about FLAT $E50 Saturday, Nov. 16. For in­ “Clothing Care”. formation. Please call Linda REED Per Hank On Nov. 20 the group will Friddle. 852-1716.__________ meet at Bessie Myers, 6054 WINTER CLASSES are NOW Marshall Rd., at 9:30 togo to WANTED: babysitter for 4 FORMING ... For Monday & Wednesday Evenings. nights every two weeks. Non­ the Delton Greenhouse. We will have lunch at “Sam’s smoker. Prefer in town or Located inside Mirror’s Image Joint” formerly “Avalon” own transportation. Call 111 Main Street, Nashville just off Gun Lake Rd. at (517) 726-1131. Vermontville. 12:30. Guests are always OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday (10-22). welcome. Call 852-9133. MACHINIST NEEDED, must have experience on engine lathes and small mills. 517-852-9398 Nashville. TUTORING FOR YOUR elementary child. Reading, math, writing, etc. 726-0644 Vermontville. GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1. (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call o 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (12-3). SANTAS’ WORKSHOP .*• at Nashville United I® Methodist Church Nov. 9 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Genasyme™■Mylicon 80 Wooden items, knitted items, 1 TABLETS Cabbage Patch clothes, old $384 1 s876 Mintox™ I Maalox™ fashioned ornaments, lots of stocking stuffers and more. $-|99 । $2^3 Muc-EvaciMetamucil Lunch will be served. (11-5) The Craft Nook $600 PRICED TO SELL - $15,000! I n Nashville 1 block from business district, 2 story, 3 bed­ room home, nice shady lot, possible 2 unit. Immediate possession! (N-126) -* INVESTMENT PROPERTY or 10 room family home NOW $30,000. Could be 2 units, in good condition, in Vermont­ ville on extra large lot, quiet neighborhood. (V-122) FARMS!! (Several Others Available) 38 ACRE FARM NORTH OF BELLEVUE includes 2 story, 3 bedroom home and 72x45 pole barn (Morton) plus other buildings, 35 tillable acres, blacktop road and natural gas. Bellevue Schools. $70,000 with contract terms. (HJ-85-KM) :1 153 ACRE FARM south of Nashville. Completely fenced for cattle, pond, 40x80 and 60x80 pole barns, suitable for dairy, beef or hogs. (123A tillable and 22A wooded.) Land contract terms offered. Price $105,000, includes silo w/unloader & auger feeder. 205 ACRE LIVESTOCK FARM Milkhouse w/4 stall '/» herlocated west of Nashville. (130 ringbone. Cement feed lot acres tillable, most seeded to 90x190, new 5" well. No house alfalfa), 15 acres wooded, 10 on property. (F-102) acres mature pines and 45 acres pasture. Farm is all fenced, nice 4 bedroom “coun­ try home”, tool shed, newer pole building (machinery stor­ age) and several other barns. Listed at $150,000. Possible to split. (F-123) >------- ■* — VACANT LAND AVAILABLE — VACANT LAND PARCELS: All natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view. Contract terms offered with 25% down payment. Will be surveyed and perked. 5.2 acres $10,000 5.2 acres $8,000 5.2acres $9,000 (VLU2-115) 32 ACRES - ROLLING scenic view, near high school, 6 acres nice maple woods. $24,100. to know that the people of our community are concerned and caring individuals and, on behalf of the children of St. Jude’s, I want to thank each and every one who helped,” said Wolever. “Special thanks to co- states that “Thereafter, the board or its repsect ive committees will meet to review the plan for final approval and presentation to the public by the regualr board meeting of May, 1986” rather than in March as originally planned. —Denied permission for Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Principal Burr Hartenburg to attend the National Association of Secondary School Principals Convention in Orlando, Electric and natural gas available. (F-107) 78 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARADISE” and recreational land with creek, hills and woods - lots of wildlife! 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $30,000. Contract terms.. (F-i 18) CADILLAC AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be ideal tree farm), borders Manistee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain.'Possible land contract. $20,000. WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF FARMS (VL 1 28) AND VACANT LAND PARCELS! Compare and SAVE Generic Savings Compared to... LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years" experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn)____________________ SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health: Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) 14 OUNCE Chlorate™ Chlor­ Trimeton Allergy Tablets $j99 jI S307 MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. | 14 OUNCE $629 Therapeutic M■ Theragram M NO. 130 NO. 130 ' $539 | $902 GOLDLINE Mylagen™ $209 Mylanta™ S2&9 Mylagen II™ Mylanta II $285 $384 at... Pain & Fever1 Tylenol Ex. St. NQ 100 CAPS $399 207M»kiSt,H»»hvnte___________PH.8S2-0S45 THESE ARE EVERYDAY LOW PRICES $798 Rid 4 OUNCE 4 OUNCE $349 $g98 Aprodine Actifed TABLETS 24'S Genprin HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:90 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Na 100 CAPS Lice-A-Cid $2®® Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO 1 $429 24’S । $357 ।Bayer Asprin Na 100 Na 100 $j29 $2®2 �The Mopie Volley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 22, 1985 - Page 8 MAPLE VALLEY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING — OCTOBER 14, 1985 Present: Baker, Cole, Hawkins, Lehman, Ossenheimer, Sleeper, Tobias and Wolf Absent: None 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by D. Hawkins, President. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting of September 9, 1985 with Item #10 - #17 stating D. Hawkins was absent. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Special Meeting: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the minutes of the special board meeting of September 23, 1985 with the following correction: Item #6 "Comments were given by Irma Baker regard­ ing her visits to the various school cafeterias, buildings, and bus garage." Ayes: All. Motion carried. Workshop Session: Motion made by Baker, su pported by Cole to approve the minutes of the workshop session held September 30, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 3. Bills: Motion made by Lehman, supported by Tobias to approve the payment of bills from general fund in the amount of $84,044.40. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Baker to approve the transfer from general fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: September 13................... $114,757.38 $117,100.58 September 27................... Ayes: All. Motion carried. 5. Interest Payment: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve payment to Comerica Bank for interest payment on debt retirement, Total $8,737.50 due November 1, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 6. Communications: There will be a reception for summer institute participants at Eaton Inter­ mediate School District at 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, October 17, 1985. Four of the six participants were Maple Valley students. 7. Superintendent's Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. 8. Sixth Grade Camp: Miss Polanski, sixth grade elementary teacher at Kellogg, gave an in­ formative report regarding the events and success of sixth grade camp. There were 103 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Vermontville Residents The Vermontville Village Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, November 7, 1985, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of abandoning the following streets: Elm St. between W. First and W. Second, Wash­ ington west of N. Main and Jefferson bet­ ween block three and block eight east of N. Main. Long Distance TRUCKING northAmerican Van Lines needs owner/ 16. 17. 18. operators—independent business people who own their own trucks, set their own hours and run their own lives. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. If you need training, we will train you. YOU WILL OPERATE YOUR OWN TRACTOR. If you don't have one, northAmerican offers a tractor purchase program that can put 19. 20. student participants at camp this year. She also noted Maple Valley will need to get their reser­ vation in for the 86-87 school year. Additional Communication: A letter was read from Chester A. Sugierski, Jr. addressed to the Board and C. Wolff. Mr. Sugierski stated they have recently transferred their son to a private school because of classroom events and teach­ ing practice of Mrs. Pam Hunt, kindergarten teacher at Fuller. This matter is under investi­ gation and will be discussed further at the November Board Meeting. Vo-Ag Program: Mrs. Rona Szydzik, Vo-Ag Teacher, gave a detailed report regarding the results of the vo-ag advisory committee. Mrs. Szydzik stated the equipment needed and the goals of the future vo-ag program. A motion was made by Lehman, supported by Tobias to support the vo-ag program and agree to the leasing of the recommended equipment from Eaton Intermediate for the sum of $1.00 and to furnish maintenance necessary to maintain the equipment. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Leave of Absence G. Bandfield: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to approve the leave of absence for Gerald Bandfield, Fuller custodian, for a period of three months begin­ ning October 14, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Leave of Absence L. Lenz: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the leave of absence for surgery for Larry Lenz, Assistant Jr.-Sr. High Principal and Athletic Director, extending from December 3, 1985 through February 17, 1986. Accumulated sick days will be used during this time. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Leave of Absence B. Stark: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve the leave of absence for surgery for Mrs. Becky Stark, Fuller Elementary Teacher; leave will be granted beginning November 6 through December 9, 1985. Eight days of sick days will be used November 6 through November 15, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Leave of Absence H. Yost: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to approve a leave of absence for Mr. Howard Yost, Principal of Fuller and Kellogg Elementary, for 30 days beginning October 10, 1985. He will be using accumulated sick days. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Citizen's Advisory Committee: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to approve for­ mation of the citizen's committee and to appoint Pastor Lester DeGroot committee chairman and Mrs. Susie Butler committee Vice-chairman. Ayes: All. Motion carried. The formation of members for the committee will be discussed at a special board of education meeting to be held October 21, 1985 at Fuller Elementary library at 7:00 p.m. Two-way Radio: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the leasing of a two-way radio system (Flexar Repeater Station with Duplexer) for Maple Valley bus garage for a cost of $1,795 for the first year; and two years thereafter $1,500 per year. Partial financing by Eaton Intermediate, along with state aid reimbursement. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Snowplow; Motion made by Cole, supported by Lehman to approve the purchase of one Western seven foot, six inch snowplow from Truck & Trailer Equipment Company, cost $1,710.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Convention: Discussion regarding Burr Hartenburg's (principal) request to attend the National Association of Secondary School Principals Convention in Orlando, Florida February 14-18, 1986. This issue was tabled until later in the meeting. Typewriters: Motion made by Baker, supported by Cole to purchase two Canon AP100 type­ writers from Lansing Office Equipment to re­ place typewriters at Maplewood and in the high school office. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Committee Reports: It was noted the Board felt the workshop session held at Maplewood, September 30, 1985 went well and was pro- 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. ductive. The negotiations committee reported they had met regarding a contract for Gerald Aldrich, Transportation Supervisor. Irma Baker left the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Consideration is being given to add responsi­ bility of building and grounds maintenance supervision to Mr. Aldrich s current transpor­ tation responsibilities. The committee will re re-­ port their recommendations at the November Board meeting. Teaching/Non-Teaching Contracts: Preliminary discussions' regarding teaching and non-teach­ing personnel contracts will be discussed at the November board meeting. Score Boards: Motion made by Cole, supported by Sleeper to purchase two score boards, two controls and wire to replace existing score boards in the Jr.-Sr. High Gym, approximate cost $3,000. An amendment to this motion to accept bids on two score boards, controls and wire was made by Lehman, supported by Sleeper. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. Bids are to be presented at the special board meeting Monday, October 21. Five-Year Plan: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to amend the target dates in the five year plan (motion made at the August board meeting). The amendment will read as follows: "The plan will be completed and submitted to the Board of Education no later than the regular board meeting of April, 1986. Thereafter, the board or its respective committees will meet to review the plan for final approval and presentation to the public by the regular board meeting of May, 1986." The amendment was made as a result of the formation of the citizen's advisory committee. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. Acting Assistant Principal-Jr.-Sr.: There was consensus of the board that Maple Valley work with area universities to obtain an "intern" to work as acting Assistant Principal and Ath­ letic Director in the absence of Mr. Larry Lenz (approximately 45 working days). Acting Principal - Elementary: There was also consensus of the board to have C. Wolff and W. Christensen fill in as acting principal at Fuller and Kellogg Elementary in the absence of Mr. Howard Yost. Mrs. Hildred Peabody will assist with special education for approxi­ mately two and one-half days per week at the long term substitute rate. Convention: After reviewing several factors, permission was denied for Burr Hartenburg to attend the National Association of Secondary School Principals Convention in Orlando, Florida. Other Business: D. Ossenheimer requested clarification regarding Jr.-High students attending extra-curricular activities at the High School. Jr. high students remain unable to attend. Mr. Wolff stated two hours of temporary aide time has been added at Fuller. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, sup­ ported by Ossenheimer to adjourn the meeting. Time: 11:37 p.m. Ayes: All. Absent: Baker. Motion carried. Minutes are subject to approval at the regular November board meeting. PAULA COLE, Secretary Board of Education MAPLE VALLEY CARPET CARE — FREE ESTIMATES — Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, Car Interiors, Water Extraction, Fabric Protection. TOM FRITH, Owner ^Nashville... 517-852-9650 Mon. thru Thurs. after 5 p.m. Fri. thru Sun. anytime you in a new tractor for $2500 down. 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October 22. 1985 — Page 9 Rainy weather dampens 'Autumn Fest' at Charlton Park, but fun still had by all 'v u by Steve Horton A rainy morning on Saturday, followed by some cool temperatures on Sun­ day, dampened an otherwise enjoyable and successful Autumn Fest at Historic Charlton Park and Village. “The weather wasn’t kind to us,” said Park Director Diane Szewczyk, “but it could have been worse.” The park had some good news-bad news for the event. Probably due to the rain earlier in the day, the Blue Ribbon Auction on Saturday afternoon saw $1,232 raised from the 104 items and services donated by area businesses, individuals, and organizations, down slightly from last year’s figure of $1,413. The big money item auctioned off was an Allis Chalmers tractor from the 1940s, donated by Steve Leary of Hastings. It went for $250. Phil Howard, a Ver­ montville auctioneer, once again donated his services. In addition, because of the poor weather, only 21 of the 36 registered demonstrators,, flea marketeers, and artsand-crafts exhibitors showed up for the weekend event. On the plus side, gate attendance for Sunday was up, with 150 paid adult adalong missions with numerous children who were admitte free. That was well above last year’s figure. Saturday’s gate was free, but several dozen spectators were on hand for the auction, mi Several dozen bidders were on hand for the Blue Ribbon Auction. Here, Park Director Diane Szewczyk (second from left) shows off some baked bread, while auctioneer Phil Howard looks for a buyer. Also helping out were Terri Trupiano, from the park, and Wes and Georgia Robinson (on right). Charlton Park Director Diane Szewczyk and Phil Howard, an auctioneer from Vermontville, are shown here with some of the merchandise that was sold off at the park’s Blue Ribbon Auction on Saturday afternoon. as well as the concert by the Hastings High School Band. On Sunday the winning ticket for the quilt raffle was drawn, with Doris Jacobs of Hastings possessing it. Szewczyk thanked those who donated items to the auction, the volunteers for helping run the festival, and the public for its support “Overall,” she said, “with program attendance and financially, I believe this will be our best Autumn Fest in spite of the weather.” Clinics to stop smoking and control weight offered at Maple Valley next month A stop-smoking and a weight control clinic will be held again Thursday, Nov. 7 at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Thousands have been amazed at how easy it is to stop smoking with this seminar. The hypnotic suggestion make it possible for you to quit with no painful nicotine withdrawal symp­ toms and no irritability. Four out of five who have tried this program have succeeded. 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Jeff Hobson of Self-Psych, Inc. will conduct the clinics. For further information or to register for the clinics. Call Maple Valley Com­ munity Education at 852­ 9275. Kelley Lantrip of Vermontville, an employee at the park, is shown here pulling out some freshly-baked bran muffins from the oven in Bristol Inn's kitchen Sample and lime soils now for 1986 crops It’s not too early to soil By sampling now a decision sample for fertilizer can be made on lime and recommendations for next plowdown potassium ap­ spring, says Roger A. Betz, plications. Fall sampling Extension Agricultural helps in planning for inputs Agent. into next year’s crop. A soil test continues to be a There may not be suf­ sound investment. Many ficient time in the spring Michigan fields have high between the time the fields enough phosphorus levels, are dry enough to sample that phosphorus applications and the time to fertilize to could be cut back. By the get the results of the soil test. same token many of these It is easier to remember same fields need additional problem areas at harvest potassium for optimum time versus in the spring or economic yields. Zinc and under snow as long as the manganese may be needed ground is not frozen and in the starter fertilizer. A soil samples can be taken. test helps the farmer decide MSU provides the most how to make the best use of reliable soil test information. his fertilizer dollar. The charge for this service in Samples for next year’s Eaton County is $4.50 per row crops can be taken sample for the regular test anytime until planting in the and $8 for the additional zinc spring. Soil test values from and manganese test. a fall sampling may differ Samples may be dropped off slightly from a spring and more information may sampling, but the difference be obtained at the is generally not great enough Cooperative Extension to cause a difference in Service office at 126 N. fertilizer recommendations. Bostwick in Charlotte. FOOD SALE Saturday, oct. 26 — 4:00 P.M. — Seafoods, meats, vegetables, cheese canned and frozen foods, Halloween candy. Bedford Auction Sale Every Friday Night at 7 p.m. PHONE ‘ । — 968-5178 309 North Main Street, Nashville STOP IN AND PLAY MOON PATROL । Monday and Tuesday TAPE RENTAL Wednesday thru Saturday ! «« TAPE RENTAL ennn 53 0 0 5350 c n c n — VCR Rental Available — Mean Season • Dune • Missing in Action 2 • Killing Fields • Runaway • The River • Police Academy 2 • Amadeus - VIDEO ACCESSORIES Over 170 Titles to Choose From ! -School Hours: Monday-Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-8 p.m. Phone 852-1948 1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley notches fifth shutout, 7-0 over Pennfield last Friday It’s been all or nothing for Maple Valley’s football team this fall. The Lions chalked up their fifth shutout of the season last Friday, an impressive 7­ 0 whitewash of Pennfield. The win comes on the heels of a 7-0 verdict over Bronson the week before and is added to previous shutouts over Olivet,. and Bellevue, Springfield. Maple Valley’s two losses, both identical 18-0 shutouts, have come at the hands of Fowler and St. Philip. The win leaves the Lions 4­ 1 (5-2) and in second place in theSMAA. Maple Valley still has a shot at a share of the league crown, but has to have Bronson (4-1, 8-1) upset league-leader St. Philip (5-0, 7-0) this Saturday. Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said in football there always exists the possibility of an upset. “Anything can happen,” he said. “On any given night anybody can pull an upset.” Mittelstaedt said he “wasn’t surprised” Pennfield, despite only 2-3 league and 4-3 overall marks, provided more than enough competition. “They play good defense,” noted Mittelstaedt. “And Sports they always have close games with us. Each of the last four years it has been decided by a touchdown or less. There hasn’t been much difference.” The game’s only touch­ down came at the 1:51 mark of the first quarter on a 4yard run by George Steinbrecher. The score followed a fumble recovery by Greg Tilley at the Pennfield 40 and came on a fourth-and-four situation. Todd Brumm kicked the extra point. The Lions held a wide statistical margin in the game. They had 9 first downs as compared to 3 for Pennfield and outrushed the Panthers 161-83. Matt Owen led the Lion ballcarriers with 16 attempts and 53 yards. Steinbrecher added 52 yards in 14 carries. Maple Valley might have held even more of a statistical advantage but were slowed by 85 yards in penalties. Pennfield completed only 3-of-15 passes for 1 yard while Maple Valley didn’t attempt a pass. Matt McClelland and Glenn Ewing each in­ tercepted passes for the Lions while Scott Villaneuva and Tilley had 7 and 6 tackles to lead the defense. The Lions did have two other golden opportunities to blow the game open but a 65yard TD run by Steinbrecher was called back and the Lions stalled another drive at the Pennfield 7. The Panthers’ closest penetration was the Maple Valley 20, but penalties killed that drive. M.V. Girls Gagers race past B.C. Springfield 32-23 The Maple Valley girls basketball team traveled to Springfield last Mondqy where they defeated the Rams 32-23. The Lions able to take advantage of some costly Springfield turnovers to take the lead early in the game. Maple Valley J.V. football Even though the Rams outscored Maple Valley the team wins 5th straight game fourth quarter 12-8, the Lions end of the quarter and substantial 3rd quarter lead The Maple Valley J.V. coverting the 2 point extra was enough to bring the win football team defeated home. Battle Creek Pennfield point for the win. Lesley Dipert played her Thursday night 22-21 to finish The Lion offense was lead league play with a mark of 5­ by Greg Flower with 164 finest game of the season yards in 19 carries and also chipping in 12 points, pulling 0. Pennfield scored the first Mickey Tilley and Chris down 7 rebounds and added 3 touchdown of the night and Thomson who made some steals for the evening. Also kicked the extra point to go key yardage in the final scoring were Jennifer Fisher up 7-0. touchdown drive. with 6; Karris True, Tracy The Lions then roared Congratulations shoulds also DeGroot and Chris Gardner back with two touchdown be given to quarterback Jeff 4 each and 2 by Diona and a 2 point extra point to go Fisher for some super ball Morawski. Chris Gardner up 14-7 at halftime. The handling and the offensive also led all rebounders with 8 and Tracy DeGroot led in Panthers then came back line for opening the holes. with two touchdowns and a 2 A special compliment to steals with 4. In a home contest on point extra point in the third the defense which kept the quarter to move ahead 21-14. Panthers out of the end zone Wednesday, the Lioness’ the Bronson The Lions weren’t to be for the entire 4th quarter to defeated Vikings 34-29. denied, however, moving the preserve the win. “Offensively this season, ball 85 yards to score at the we’ve had trouble getting started the first quarter,” said Lion coach Jerry Reese, “That was not the case however in this contest. We went right to the board and scored 4 points in less than 1 minute into the game, enabling us to take a 10-7 first quarter lead. Appearing at “We managed to keep control the entire game to the... put another notch in the win column.” Karris True led all scores with 9 points and 8 rebounds. Chris Gardner and Diona Morawski added 6, while Kristen Kraai and Tracy Live Music by... DeGroot each chipped in 4. Lesley Dipert added 3 and Stephanie Whitmore 2. Deanna Hagon did a fine job defensively and had 4 steals Halloween Costume Party, for the evening. Carpenter's Den FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 GASS CO Hay Ride and Live Music ■FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 - TEEN DANCE HALLOWEEN PARTY Sat., Oct. 26 • 7 pm * 11:30 pm BAR WILL BE CLOSED During these Hours. ★ PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUME ★ 1177 S. Main, Vermontville 726-1043 65 take hunter safety classes Recently Hunter Safety clases were held for Maple Valley students at Maple Valley High School. Sixty-five boys and girls completed the classes and successfully passed the test. They were awarded cer­ tificates and Hunter Safety patches. The instructor was Paul Letts of Eaton Rapids. He is certified by the Department of Natural Resources to teach the class. Kori Armour (far right) practices with the Nashville fourth and fifth grade team in the B.I.E. Football League. Maple Valley girl football players have no problems in B.I.E. league by Steve Vedder They don’t waste their Saturday afternoons wat­ ching American Bandstand or playing with cabbage patch dolls. And while the two may not be the first females ever to don NFL uniforms, April Cornelius and Kori Armour still spend their Saturdays in a rather unusual fashion. Like playing defensive end and offensive guard positions. April and Kori are members of the Woodland and Nashville fourth and fifth grade teams in the Barry-Ionia-Eaton Football League. April is a 4-foot-2, 68-pound defensive end and backup quarterback while the 4-foot-10, 120-pound Kori starts both ways on Nash­ ville’s team as an offensive and defensive guard. Both began playing football at early ages with either neighborhood boys or older brothers. And both say they have no fear of being matched up against often much larger boys. The girls’ parents contend they have no qualms with their daughters playing what traditionally is considered an all-male sport. If the girls themselves don’t mind the inevitable injuries, say the parents, there is no reason not for them to pull on their shoulder pads. “I don’t even think about it,” contends Norine Ar­ mour. “She still plays on the littlest team and I don’t think football players hit as hard on that team as they do in the higher grades like seventh or eighth. Boys start catching up to the girls then. “When you come right down to it, she’s almost the size of most of the boys out there. That had a lot to do with our decision to let her play” April’s mother, Linda Cornelius, echoes those sentiments. “I think it’s great,” she says. “If she can take the bumps and bruises, fine.” In truth, it’s not like the played football before. girls take a physical beating Henney describes April’s from playing each week. The abilities as on the “high side worst injuries to either have of average” and that the been sprained wrists and in other players on the team both cases didn’t cause the hardly even think of her as a girls to miss any playing girl anymore. “She has smarts and is a time. April has been an ac­ quick thinker,” says Hencomplished wrestler since ney. “She’s aggressive and she was five years old. She not afraid to hit. was a district and regional “She’s the equal of placer a year ago winning 38 anybody and I’ve never of 42 matches and also plays heard anything bad said of shortstop on a summer her. She goes out, does her baseball team. job, and doesn’t complain.” She admits she has heard Kdri began playing foot­ some taunts from opposing ball with her neighbors and players, but shrugs most of then last fall mentioned to them off. her parents she’d like to play “You try to ignore them,” in the B.I.E league. Since the says April, a soft-spoken, league had already started, unassuming girl, “but her parents told her wait somtimes when I hear stuff I until this year. At first her turn around and say to them, parents were leary of letting ‘Yeah, you bet.’” her play, but Mrs. Armour As for her teammates, said that feeling soon faded. April says the boys, at first “She has dressed for were hesitant to accept her, practice every night and has but as the season wore on been ready to go,” she says. and the boys saw she was “We’re real happy with determined to play football, here.” they finally gave their ap­ Kori’s coach, Kim Hansen, proval. says she more than holds her “They treated me good,” own against the boys. says April. “Toward the end “She takes her shots and of the year they treated me practices as hard as the better because I was a better boys,” says Hansen. player.” Like April, Kori believes April’s coach, Larry she has been accepted by her Henney, says April is one of teammates. the few experienced players “It’s okay,” she says. “I’m on his team. Henney had 14 treated like one of the fourth graders on the team, boys...I like playing and I’m but only a couple that have not gonna quit.” STOP SMOKING CLINIC THURSDAY, NOV. 7,1985 • 6 P.M. Maple Valley High School — FEE $30.00 — WEIGHT CONTROL CLINIC THURSDAY, NOV. 7,1985 • 8:30 P.M. Maple Valley High School — FEE $30.00 — To enroll call... Maple Valley Community Education 852-9275 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 22, 1985 — Page 11 Maple Valley lady Lions hold league b-ball lead Maple Valley maintained their share of the league lead by defeating St. Philip on Wednesday. But they dropped a non-league contest to Lakewood on Monday in girls basketball. Valley never really threatened the tall Viking squad after trailing 7-17 at the end of the first quarter. The gap widened to 32-20 at the half and ended with a SO44 loss. Senior Carol Lamie led Lion scorers with 14 points. Junior Varsity eagers have split week Last Monday the Maple Valley JV basketball team hosted Lakewood in a tough game, losing 48-38. Scoring for Valley were Diona Morawski 10; Jennifer Fisher 8; 4 each for Kristen Kraai, Karris True and Lesley Dipert; Faith Schilz and Dianna Hagon chipped in 3 each and Stephanie Whitmore added 2. Faith Schilz led all rebounders with 5 and Lesley Dipert charted 4 steals to a fine team effort. On Wednesday, the St. Phillip Tigers, hosted the Valley ladies. We left Battle Creek with another notch in the win column, defeating Vermontville sixth graders go out with a win 22-0! ers 2! ■ *kt *kut ■ ■Bit, Bit* ■ «» H^'ssfe » ae Osgsiti ■llittii I SI] ia» Bivtaiisi IM rif.HSJlK! . ji^ista^c ibbi .xEi.jai !•■ diifcqtai piai zaijSe; EseEifS-t rB ifclUw*1 Bml • I E j-c si the St. Phil team 41-28. Everyone on the team scored in this game as follows: Jennifer Fisher 12, Kristen Kraai 7, 4 each from Karris True and Kristin Royston, Diona Morawski and Chirs Gardner 3 each and 2 each from Faith Schilz, Stephanie Witmore, Deanna Hagon, Lesley Dipert. Eight rebounds each were pulled down by Kristin Royston, Faith Schilz and Karris True. Tracy DeGroot was missing from action due to illness. The Liones’ travel to Pennfield on Wednesday, Oct. 23 for a 6:00 game. - Using a tenacious defense and a rebuilt offensive line, Vermontville’s 6th grade chalked up another win by the score of 22 to 0 over Sunfield. Leading tackles on defense were linebaker Jason Byington with 11, Darrel Stine with 8, Aaron Patrick and Kirk Warner with 4 including a spec­ tacular 40 yard touchdown run with an interception. Safety Jeremy Reynolds chipped in 6 tackles and Jeff Knoll recovered a Sunfield fumble to end their only scoring threat. Behind a fine blocking of the offensive line, tailback Reynolds ran for 62 yards on 10 carries and a 2 point conversion. Quarterback Brian Dennis also scored on a conversion to go with his 11 yard scamper around left end for a touchdown. Aaron Patrick hauled in 2 passes for 62 yards including a 35 yard touchdown catch and run with excellent down field blocking. We’d like to thank the parents and friends for all their fine support they gave the boys and hope to see everyone back next year. It's easy...turn those unwanted items into cash ... with an Action Ad — 945-9554 crestc !• -e ’g itrt itrtf fllW*. * •w ’| l *t?iM£’T*#jj?i ’ tiMTjji r* Jf ,jr< ill* ill Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternator Alternators w/exchg ’3595 w/built in regulator... w/exchg. Most Starters... Starters w/exchg 94595 ’3595 w/solnoid.................... w/exchg WaterPumps.... ’42" w/exchg ’29" instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service ’’ii** 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 Eaton county residents are invited to attend the Michigan 4-H Youth Careers Unlimited workshop Nov. 22­ 24 at Kettunen Center, the state’s 4-H leadership training facility in 'Ristin. The purposes of the workshop are to introduce a wide range of career education programing to volunteers and state members, to train a volunteer team to conduct Sheri Farell added 11 and Kim Bahs 7. Annette Roth of Lakewood netted 33 points. The Lions traveled to St. Phil on Wednesday to keep in the hunt for a league title. They breezed their way to a 55-47 victory to remain in a tie with Pennfield. The Lady Lions used balanced scoring and aggressive defense to keep the Tigers off balance. Sheri Farell netted 8 of her game total 18 points in the first quarter to pace the Lions to a 17-9 advantage. Seven Eaton County Valley continued to build their lead to 29-18 at the half Extension Homemakers win and 39-28 at the end of three be attending the State Learn quarters: The final score and Lead ’85, on Nov. 6 and 7, read 55-47 in favor of the at the Kellogg Center at Michigan State University. Lady Lions. Those attending are Dawn Morawski pulled down 12 rebounds and scored Claudia Brown and Catie 9 points for Valley. She also Epling from Eaton Rapids, Covell, Barbara had 5 steals. Beth Starring June Skinner and Anna Mae added 10 points; Carol Conley from Charlotte, Joan Lamie, 8; Carmen Hamilton, Brownell from Bellevue and 6; and Kim Bahs, 4. Joan Miller from Delta The Lions face Pennfield Township. on Wednesday to decide who The Learn and Lead ’85 will lead the league. Both program is designed to teams have 6-1 records with develop participants’ Panthers only league loss leadership skills, provide coming at the hands of the new program ideas and Lions early in the season. increase competence and The game will be played at confidence in balancing Pennfield. J.V. game time is lifestyles to meet the needs of the individual and leader 6 p.m. in the future. The keynote address “Life in the Fast Lane: Balancing Maple Valley Schools Family, Friends and Volunteer Commitments” by LUNCH MENU Dr. Anne Soderman is certain to be an informative Maplewood School Lunch and well-attended session. Menu career education programing, and to provide trained individuals an opop­ portunity to increase their skills in this area. Participants in workshop A will learn how to use the Michigan Occupational Information System, a computer-aided career search program. They’ll also learn more aboutt employability skills, stress management, interviewing skills and mentorships. Local women to attend state learn and lead Monday, Oct. 28 Hot dogs, fries, green beans or baked beans, fruit. _ Tuesday, Oct. 29 Spaghetti, corn, rolls and butter, cherry delight. Wednesday, Oct. 30 Veg. soup, crackers, cheese and squares, bread and butter, jelly sandwich, apple. Thursday, Oct. 31 Pizza, mix. veg., pickles, peaches. Friday, Nov. 1 Hamburger, fries, peas, pears. Fuller St. Lunch Menu k#|.KfoW Eaton County residents invited to attend career workshop Nov. 22-24 Monday, Oct. 28 Sloppy Joes or chef salad, baked beans, fruit mix. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Hamburger, fries, pickles, peaches. Wednesday, Oct. 30 Pizza, celery and carrot sticks, fruit choice. Thursday, Oct. 31 Spaghetti, tossed salad, pears, bread sticks, cheese. Friday, Nov. 1 Chili, crackers, peaches, carrot sticks, honey sand­ wich. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High and Kellogg Schools Lunch Menu Monday, Oct. 28 Hot ham and cheese, peas, pears. Tuesday, Oct. 29 Spaghetti, mixed veg., peaches, rolls and butter. Wednesday, Oct. 30 Fishwich, sweet potatoes, applesauce, pudding pop. Thursday, Oct. 31 Chicken, mashed potatoes with butter, green beans, apple, soft pretzel. Friday, Nov. 1 Wet burritos or regular, corn, fruit mix. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Choice of 2 veg.’s and 2 fruits will be offered daily. The Learn and Lead ’85 is sponsored by the Michigan Association of Extension Homemakers and the Cooperative Extension Service. Workshop B is designed to provide experienced Careers Unlimited teams with more concentrated training in programming specific skills areas of the Careers Unlimited program. This is a great opportunity for volunteers to learn job­ seeking skills, with the added bonus of later teaching what they learned to others. The workshop is being made possible by grants from Michigan Bell and the Donald Hawkins Memorial Fund, through the Michigan 4-H Foundation. Reservations for the workshop are due Nov. 8. 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YYoouur rS Shh oopppp eresrsR Reveiveiwew S Stotorere| | At Your Shoppers Review Store ■ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-10-29.pdf 306d2fe1a4d4a886239dc9f91c5d8c64 PDF Text Text PUBU LIBRARY CHURCH STREET n 49058 Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 bulkraih PAID U.S. POSTAGE Hastin °E n . 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 16 — Tuesday, October 29, 1985 Council agrees on 1 -mill tax increase; accepts Sanitary Service bid with slight rate increase over last bid The Nashville Village Council voted to enter a new five-year contract with Hastings Sanitary Service, after sealed bids for the job were opened at the regular meeting of the council Thursday. Hastings Sanitary Service has been responsible for removing trash from the village for the past 10 years, and will continue to do so for the next five years, with only a slight increase in rates beginning November 1. The following can and bag bid was accepted by the council: —For two garbage cans or up to four bags picked up each week, the cost will be $5 per month to the resident. —For three garbage cans or up to six bags removed per week, the monthly charge will be $7 and for four cans or up to eight bags, the cost is $9 per month. HSS will bill each customer quarterly. In other business, the council agreed that when it comes time to adopt the 1986 budget, an additional onehalf mill for the cemetery and one-half mill for the village parks will be collected as part of the 1986 tax roll. Starting July 1, this tax increasewould raise the total mills levied from 16 to 17. Village Trustee George Frith who made the request for the extra millage, said the additional mill would generate about $4,000 for the parks and nearly $4,000 for the cemeteries. Village President John Hughes consulted the village charter to justify such a request and found that it states the council can in­ crease the millage without a public vote, provided it is no more than one-tenth of the village’s total State Equalized Valuation (SEV). Trustee Richard Chaffee noted the village’s SEV amounts to more than $7.5 million. Village resident Arthur Drake was present at the meeting Thursday to con­ front the village officials concerning raw sewage that has been entering his basement at 120 Sherman St. Drake said he feels there is a broken tile in the sewer line and that tree roots have grown into it. He said he was informed that it was his responsibility.to pay for the repairs on his property and as far as the break extends on other private and village property. “They say I have to pay to dig up the sidewalk and pavement and I can’t see where it’s my expense to do that,” Drake said. Hughes informed Drake that if the break is in the sewer lateral, it is not the responsibility of the village to pay for the repairs because the property owners own the laterals, and the M.V. Band Boosters selling athletic cushions for uniforms Maple Valley Band Boosters are selling athletic cushions to raise money to pur­ chase new band uniforms. Shown with the cushions are Publicity Chairman Suzy Corkwell, (left), Secretary Judy Terpening (center) and President Jerry Terpening. by Shelly Sulser The Maple Valley Band Boosters are currently in full swing of a fund raising project, selling athletic cushions to earn money for new band uniforms. The cushions, which contain advertisments of local businesses on one side and the Maple Valley Lion mascot on the other, sell for $3.50. The boosters note that a total of $25,000 is needed in order to purchase the band uniforms. Band Boosters President Jerry Terpening notes the cushions will be on sale through the basketball season, and hopes to have the new uniforms within the next five years. Out of 575 cushions to be sold, nearly 100 have been purchased so far. The Maple Valley Band Boosters often provide many useful services for the band students in the Maple Valley Schools, including funding extra curricular activities, buying instruments and paying three-fourths of the money for summer band camp. Other fund raisers include candy sales and concessions, along with the pancakes sold at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The athletic cushions can be purchased at the follwing locations: Grandma’s Greenery, Kelley’s Variety Store, Mace Pharmacy, Nashville Village Hall, The Mirror’s Image, Maple Leaf Florist, C’s Place, Sugar Hut Cafe, Maple Valley Inn and the Carpenter’s Den. village owns the mains. After much discussion, the council voted to have the DPW dig where Drake believes the problem is with cost for time, equipment rental and material to be paid by Drake. Drake ap­ peared to be agreeable to the settlement. Hughes reported that the Oakwood Development Corporation of Grand Ledge has had a loan of $690,000 approved for the construction of a senior citizen housing project next to Fuller School in Nashville. The village council gave its approval for the project last December when a representative of the company, Mike Davis, proposed the project to council members. The South-Central Michigan Planning Com­ mission is reviewing the company’s application to build. Hughes and council members Richard Chaffee, Jerry Kent and Carl Tobias will be visiting Lake Odessa Wednesday evening to ob­ serve computer techniques used there. Nashville Lions hear about 'Vosh* Dr. Brian Dolphin, an optometrist and member of the Belding Lions Club, told Nashville Lions at their recent meeting about his work with Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity.” Dr. Dolphin has made six trips to Costa Rica with the VOSH group. VOSH consists of doctors and students of optometry who annually work in special clinics and spend eight to 10 volunteer hours a day examining people and distributing used eye glasses to those who need them. The used eye glasses are ones that have been collected by Lions Clubs and then calibrated and packaged by magnification. VOSH takes the glasses on their yearly trip. The Lions Clubs of Costa Rica host the volunteers and set up clinics for the group. Also at the Oct. 21 monthly meeting, Nashville , Lions and their wives enjoyed a dinner served by the ladies of the Nashville United Methodist Church. Dr. Brian Dolphin tells local Lions about "VOSH". Board narrowing list of potential citizen committee members by Shelly Sulser More than 100 names of local citizens were brought before the Maple Valley Board of Education last week as persons who might be interested in serving on a board-appointed citizen advisory committee. Under the guidance of Eaton Intermediate School District Information Specialist Chris McGregor, the board listed 101 names representing most every community group or organization at a special meeting of the board last Monday, and nearly 50 of them will be contacted concerning their possible participation in the com­ mittee’s study of the school district. McGregor stressed that persons chosen by the board to examine the school system should represent local groups such as: athletic boosters, band boosters, senior citizens, Lions Club, VFW, American Legion, village govern­ ments, Vermontville and Nashville women’s literary groups, chamber of com­ merce, agribusiness com­ munity, youth organizations, the fire and ambulance boards and the Masons. Committee Chairman Lester DeGrbot and Vice­ Chairman Susan Butler will be in charge of contacting the recommended individuals. In other business, the board accepted a bid for the purchase of two scoreboards and controls from Scoreboard Sales and Ser­ vice of Niles, Michigan for $3,841 plus $125 shipping. The money will be taken out of the Old Building Site Fund with possible partial reimbursement from the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters at a later time. Athletic Director Larry Lenz reported that, the existing two scoreboards in the gymnasium are 20 and 15 years old and do not properly keep time. “It has just come to the point where we either buy the scoreboards or cancel basketball season,” Lenz said. Board President David Hawkins agreed, saying, “It’s just that bad.” Lenz also reported to the board that through the last six weeks’ grading period at the school, 12 athletes failed to maintain a 2.0 (C) grade point average or better and will not be eligible to par­ ticipate in sporting events the first three weeks of the following marking period. “I talked to all 12 of the individuals and the comment from each of them was that they’re going to hit the books,” Lenz said. “There was not one of them that said they could not reach a 2.0 or better.” School Superintendent Carroll Wolff reported to the board concerning the matter discussed at the regular board meeting of October 14 regarding the opening of the custodial supervisor position in the schools. Wolff said the local Uniserve Director and the non-teaching personnel informed him that such a position would have to be posted for applications. Wolff noted the board’s negotiating team would meet with him concerning a contract for Transportation Supervisor Gerald Aldrich. Raymond Dull named Nashville “Mason of the Year'1 Raymond C. Dull has been chosen “Mason of the Year” by the Brothers of Nashville Lodge No. 255 F. & A.M. Dull will be honored at a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 9 at the Masonic Temple in Nash­ ville. All family and friends are cordially invited to at­ tend. Coffee, meat and rolls will be furnished by the lodge. Brother Raymond served as master of the lodge in 1972 and is currently serving as chaplain, He also has con­ ducted the funeral services for the lodge for quite some time. �The Maple Valley Newt. Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 2 Maple Valley student council with activities; new leadership by Shelly Suiter The Maple Valley High School student council is again busy with school projects this school year, uniter the leadership of four student officers. Senior Jeff Sleeper was elected by classmates at the end of last school year to serve as the student council president this year, while sophomore Kevin Engle is the vice-president. Student council secretary is senior Julie Welcher and the treasurer is Kerry Nickel, Susan Lightner, a senior, was chosen by the officers to serve as sergeant at arms at the monthly student council meetings. Advisor Larry Lenz noted that members of the council, comprised of 123-students, are chosen to represent their first hour classes. Seniors wishing to serve on the student council board can become members-at-large, by submitting petitions containing 5O-signatures of classmates. Those wishing to become BAZAAR & BAKE SALE Friday & Saturday NOVEMBER 1 & 2 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pat’s Sugar Hut — VERMONTVILLE — Sponsored by... Vermontville U.M.W. council officers mist fill out petitions with the names of 100-c smates of students in grades 8-11, the year previous to the time they would serve on the council. Then, the names are put on the ballot and a vote is taken at an election assembly. At that time, each of the officer candidates gives a “cam­ paign speech” and students vote as they leave the assembly, Lenz noted that in order sy for students to ain on student jeouncil, must maintain a 2.0' grade point average. Lenz said this new policy was implemented as a result of the new athletic policy recently approved by the board of education. Currently, some projects of the council’s committees include the restoration and maintenance of the school sign and the installation of new soap dispensors in the restrooms. Obituaries Esther B. Zimmerman HASTINGS - Mrs. Esther B. Zimmerman, 72, 919 N. Boltwood, Hastings, died Monday, Oct. 21, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Funeral services were held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Oct, 23, at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. David D. Garrett officiated with burial in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mrs. Zimmerman was bom Oct. 28,1912 in Rutland Township, the daughter of Oscar and Helen (Denny) Harter. She moved with her parents to Central Lake, MI in 1919 where she attended schools She graduated from Central Lake High School in 1931. She was married to Zemira Zimmerman on July 19,1936. They returned to the Hastings are in 1941. She was employed by Eaton’s in Battle Creek during World War II and later by the former Orchard Industries in Hastings for several years. She was a member and past senior regent of the Women of the Moose. Mrs. Zimmerman is survived by her husband, Zemira; two daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Margaret) Shaver, Middleville and Mrs. Donald (Marilyn) MacKenzie of Vermontville; six grand­ children; four greatgrandchildren; three brothers, James Harter of Manton and Arthur and Harvey Harter both of Central Lake. How do you guarantee a home for your family, even if you’re not there? No problem. Auto-Owners Mortgage Life Insurance goes beyond your homeowners insurance to make sure your family will have a home if something should ever happen to you. And, it’s a very affordable protection to have. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Mortgage Life Insurance can be no problem for your home and family. No PrO^B/mHopSl,' Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Teresa Jones Students serving as the officers of the Maple Valley student council ore: (sitting) President Jeff Sleeper and Vice-President Kevin Engle. In back are Treasurer Kerry Nickel and Secretary Julie Welcher. Helen B. Brimmer VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Helen B. Brimmer, 73, of 497 E. Main St., Vermontville, died Friday, Oct. 25, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Funeral services will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. Rev. Glenn Litchfield will officiate with burial in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Mrs. Brimmer was born May 27, 1912, in Posen, MI, the daughter of Adam and Frances (Morszewski) Senkowski. She was raised in the Posen area and attended schools there. She was married to Chester Brimmer on Nov. 21, 1936 in Rogers City. They came to Ver­ montville in 1957 from Carson City. She and her husband purchased the former Kipp’s Grocery and Gas Station in Vermontville. They operated it as Chet’s Trading Post until Mr. Brimmer died Aug. 27, 1964.s. She then operated p it ass Helen’s Grocery until April, 1981. Mrs. Brimmer is survived by five sons, Raymond Senkowski of Detroit, Lloyd Senkowski of Grand Rapids, Walter Brimmer of Hastings, Robert and Lester Brimmer of Charlotte; one daughter, Mrs. Jeanette Schultz of Vermontville; nine grandchildren; two great grandchildren. 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Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM Thursday Night: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Bible Study ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Fellowship Time After PASTOR Worship. VERMONTVILLE REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. UNITED CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Church Service.. 11 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 3 From our readers Dear Editor: This past football season has brought the reality of what fair play means. I have been involved in little league football (4th and 5th grades) through my son. I know there are a lot of kids who participate. That is great! They get to learn at an early age how to play a fair and accurate game: that is if they are given an op­ portunity to play. I give the coaches a lot of credit for volunteering their time and all the knowledge they gave our kids. But I give " the kids and the parents a lot of credit also. Without them there is no league. Now I come to my point for writing this letter. Each child has to buy his helmet, which is not anything he needs for everyday use and is not cheap. Also the players have to have cleats and pay rental on the uniform, as well as sell things to make money for the league. In my opinion that is an awful lot of money to spend and a lot of time spent in practice to only sit on the bench and maybe play a very short time in one game. No one likes to put 100 per­ cent of his time, money, and effort and not get the reward of playing. Just think if you never get to have fun after all the work you put into learning the game. I don’t know about anyone else but I ION-AD$!!i iMi'ste hwng every M -x>wngthew?s <rjour now. W nt boo winner! -MSO*-•* * 08 To the Editor: Mr. Frayer: In a recent letter to the editor, you asked if a member of the local high school could explain how raising taxes, unnecessarily, could be for the betterment of the community. I used to be a student at Maple Valley, so I guess I have this right. First, raising the taxes is not unnecessary; anyone can see that. Just go to another school district and see what your taxes will be! And if you can’t .see how it will better the community then you must not care about the students in this community and their getting a good education, one that offers more than just enough classes to be a credited high school. Maple Valley has been doing pretty good with as much money as they have had to work with, as you so claim, but that’s only because we are lucky enough to have people who care enough about our school and the students to try and keep it going. It’s also because we’re lucky enough to have a very intelligent superin- Maple Valley Jr.*Sr. High School "honor roll Kathy Carl, Lisa Carpenter, 7th.Grade would feel terrible. Darold Cheeseman, Cevin All A’s - Angel Bearslee, Now I know every child Derek Brown, Jody DeGroot, Cornish, Brian Dumont, will not be a star player but if Janel Hansen, Lisa Long, April Haeck, Michelle he doesn’t play any games he Danny Lundquist, Shannon Hoffman, Renee Hoyt, certainly can’t learn either. McLaughlin, Dawn Othmer, Nicole Kipp, Dawn Lun­ It’s unfair to the kids and Andy Robotham, Ryan dquist, Tami Mason, Karol unfair to the team. Rosin, Levi Schantz, Jen­ McArthur, Crystal Mitchell, Think about how kids feel nifer Swartz, Tina Yost. David Pasch, Kevin Pixley, when they practice and learn Tina Abbott, Tammy Heidi Reese, Carrie Root, and then can’t show their Ashley, Tony Bouwens, Brandon Roscoe Cindy friends and family what Emily Butler, Becky Carroll, Royston, Michael Schantz, they’ve done. And you Scott Casteele, Kevin Mickey Shilton, Mickey coaches say you are doing it Cheeseman, Dana Cole, Shilton, Aimee Stall, Lynette for the boys. Let us admit it, Garth Davison, Beth Ewing, Thompson, Andy you are out to win with no Sheryl Finkler, Dan Franks, Trowbridge, Mary Wall, thought of those little kids. Is Andrea Gardner, Anna Ryan Warner, Joel Wetzel. that what you can sport­ Goodrich, Mike Gusey, 9th Grade smanship? No matter how Brent Haag, Debbie Hallock, All A’s - Jennifer good or poor a player is, he Debra Joostberns, Tracy Robotham, Karris True, should get into each game Kill, Jeff Laverty, Helena Brenda Valdick, Aaron and play his part. How else Lehman, Nathan Lindsey, Walker, Stephanie Whit­ can he get to be a better Kyle Martin, Michael more. player if he doesn’t have a Melissa Barnhart, Ken Martin, Michelle McClure, chance to play? Tina Moccardine, Jeff Bayha, Sean Bitgood, Aaron I’ve been told that since it Moore, Tonia Murine, Jody Brewer, Kimberly Burdick, is their first year they could Olmstead, Lee Ossenheimer, Bobbi Jo Butcher, Barry get hurt playing because Terry Platte, Amy Rasey, Carpenter, Amy Cooley, Lisa they don’t know the game. Kristen Reid, Bill Reynolds, Corkwell, Tracy DeGroot, Well, folks and coaches, I Weston Rooks, Sara Simp­ Lesley Dipert, Jennifer think every parent who has a son, Tara Smith, Andy True, Fisher, Greg Flower, Kris son on the team had that in Angela Tyler, Andrea Ward, Fraley, Mike Frisbie, mind when they agreed to let Niel Williams, Nikki Wood. Barbara Furlong, Bill him play. Sitting out this Gatchell, Mark Goodrich, 8th Grade year won’t keep them from All A’s - Heather Hawkins, Zandra Gusey, Deanna Hagon, Melissa Harris, getting thrown to the ground Scott Knoll. next year. Jody Aiken, Angie Bahs, Kelly Hart, Bob Hill, Naki Just maybe these kids who Paul Boldrey, Steve Bowen, Histed, Kris Hulsebos, Patty didn’t get to play are as good Kristen Brzycki, Jeff Butler, as the ones who did play if they had been given a chance Maplewood honor roll announced to prove themselves. This way no one will ever know. A Average ickey Fourth Grade The season ended Collier, Chris Musser, Dawn A Average - Rudy Othmer, Saturday! Root, Leigh Stine, Michelle Lisa Wood. Shirley Chase B Average Virginia Baker, Kelly Endsley, Matt Gates, Matt Nehmer. Coblentz, Cheryl Conkey, tendent who knows how to Jaime B Average - Brice Jaime Gibson, Gibson, Stacey stretch every penny, which Hawblitz, Mikki Jones, Hasselback, Becky Jensen, does mean cutting back on Missy Melvin, Gordon Shaw, Luke Kinyon, Jeff Knoll, Koch, David certain things. Things which Jeremy Swift, Christi Vicky Lingholm, Jeremy Sampson, you couldn’t possibly see. Bigelow, Sara Kinyon, Darell Stine, Dayton Walker, You’re not, and never were a Rebekah Lingholm, Alice Kirk Warner, Jacob student at Maple Valley, nor Moore, Joshua Sleeper, Williams, Jason Carpenter, do you have any children in Brian Steward, Brent Stine, the high school. Adam Gusey, Gusey, Dana Shelly Cobb, Terry Demp­ sey, Connie Dickinson, Vai My goodness, we finally LeValley, Wendy Shutes, Fifield, Tricia Gibson, Holli have a computer class! Julie Stair. Hale, Kandy Hart, Dianna Other schools have had them Fifth Grade so long; of course, their B Average - Kyle Booher, Mahoney, Cindy Morris, students were way ahead of Lori Carpenter, Chris Aaron Patrick, Jeremy Maple Valley’s as they are in Cooley, Susan Simpson, Reynolds, Amanda Rugg, Vikki Slocum, Heather other areas. Aaron Smith. Wright. I think it’s time you and Sixth Grade others in the community, who seem to be so dead-set Fuller 4th and against passing any school Honor roll announced mileage for as long as you grades live, should quit being so Kellogg School 5th and selfish and worrying about A’s and B’s Janet 4th Grade how taxes will better the Rachelle All A’s Stephanie Boldrey, community and start Shannon Cheeseman, Sara DeGroot, thinking about the students Bouwens, and teachers. It’s also a DenHerder, Amy Kipp, Lisa Heather DePriest, Renee wonder that we have any Metzger, Willy Rooks and Dingman, Dennis Downing, Jim Edinger, Donna Green, Justin Thurh. good teachers left. A’s and B’s Jolene Diania Haight, Kelly Hickey, It’s too bad that you and others seem to have such a Adams, Jeff Burpee, Retha Chris Mudry, Amy Roscoe, bad attitude towards Maple Byrd, Leslie Gould, Todd Holly Thomas, Michelle Valley and education. I Guernsey, Stacee Hawkins, Vogel, and Kara Wiles. wonder what kind of attitude Chris Miller, Jon Mitchell, towards school your children Kelly Moore, Ben Mudry, Cindy Potter, Karon Rhodes, will have? Gina Lehman Miriam Schantz, Linette Snyder and Debbie White. 5th Grade All A’s - Renee Rosin. A’s and B’s - Cassie Ap­ pleman, Dean Beardslee, Joel Butler, Becky Corkwell, Julie Fisher, Mandy Mix, Kathy Morgan, Mickey Rowland, and Mindy Shoup. 6th Grade Monday thru Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday 'til 7 p.m. for 6th Jarman, Victor Knicker­ bocker, Kristen Kraai, Kris Mahoney, Darcey McGhan, Rick Merrill, Kelly Milligan, Manuel Moreno, Julie Or­ man, Terri Powell, Nick Priddy, Michelle Reid, Kevin Rockwell, Cindy Rugg, Kylie Ryan, Matt Schaub, Faith Schilz, Margie Schippel, Brian Schriver, Kathy Sinko, Angie Smith, Bryan Smith, Cara Spoelstra, Kevin Stewart, Tanya Tilley, Scott Tobias, John Vincent, Bob Wood, Greg Wood, Tom Wood. 10th Grade All A’s - Kim Bahs, Kelly Hoefler, Scott Scram lin. Cindy Admire, Tonya Bartlett, Nicole Bayha, Carleen Becraft, Paul Bell, Brian Bonney, Matt Borwn, Dorothy Butrick, Angel Carpenter, Mari Conklin, Lloyd Cooper, Heather Dell, Pat Dickinson, Trudy Dingman, Delsna Dunn, Kevin Engel, Matt Ewing, Jeff Fisher, Sheri Forell, Jamie Grinage, Eric Haeck, Joy Hamilton, Lori Hidgon, Tim Hill, Chris Histed, Randy Hoyt, Heather Hummel, Cherry Jarman, Lona Keinutske, Connie Krebs, Jody Landes, Dan Laverty, Autumn Matson, Monique Meehan, Diona Morawski, Tim Morris, Dan Murphy, Annette Powers, Ann Rogers, Mike Royal, Michelle Schantz, Jody Spidel, Brian Stall, Rhonda Steinbrecher, Melissa Strong, Paula Thompson, Wendy Thomson, Jim Venton, Amy Walker, Mary Walliczek. 11th Grade Tim Allwardt, Paul Bahs, David Benit, Gary Brewer, Kristina Brewer, Jolene Briggs, Keith Bushee, Darla Butrick, Shelley Cardenas, Jessica Coleman, Mitch Collier, Cindy Dankenbring, Skeeter Ebersole, Glenn Ewing, Tai Gearhart, Dan Hale, Kim Hokanson, Wendy Huemme, Diane Kane, Kelly Lanstrip, Brenda Lea, Mike Long, Matt McClelland, Kris MacKenzie, Dawn Morawski, Tina Pasch, Matthew Peake, Drew Pixley, Kelly Reid, Sherman Reid, Mary Rugg, Elizabeth Ryan, Kim Smith, Beth Starring, Dennis Thompson, Robbie Trowbridge, Isabella Walliczek. 12th Grade All A’s - Polly Cook, Tamara Frith, Kevin Wetzel. Jamie Appelman, Kelly Bachelder, Melissa Brenton, James Bryan, Robert Carl, Heather Christie, Matt Coleman, Stacy Conroy, Debbie Corkins, Cassie Davidson, Anne Duffey, Jackie Erwin, Jordan Ferrier, Angie Filter, Debra Fletcher, Dale Garrett, Tim Higdon, Ann Hummel, Jeanette James, Kimberly Jarman, Carol Lamie, Amy Laverty, Susan Lightner, Mark Martin, Beth McAr­ thur, Alexa Menneken, Phil Morse, Kerry Nickel, Tom O’Brien, Bobby Jo Peter­ man, Brett Ramey, Linda Schippel, Nathan Shogren, Jeff Sleeper, Bart Smith, Mike Smith, Carmen Tobias, Scott Venton, Laura Williams, Shane Wright. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 4 Former editor realized potential of state's fruit crop long ago... (The following is the fifth installment of a series of “letters home” written by the late Len W. Feighner, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1888­ 1928, during a 1914 cross­ country trip. Accompanied by his wife Stella, Feighner toured the South, Southwest and the West Coast before heading to the Northwest and home via Canada. At Los Angeles the Feighners were joined by their daughter, Vada. In this episode the News editor recounts their visits to Seattle and Spokane, and his expedition into the ore mining districts of northern Idaho.) Spokane, Wash. Feb. 24,1914 Dear Readers: We left Tacoma one beautiful morning for Seattle, going up the Sound by boat. Mrs. Mills ac­ companied us to spend the day in Seattle. The trip up the sound was very en­ joyable, the weather being mild enough so that we spent most of the time out on deck, enjoying the beauties of the islands and the main land which we were passing. Thousands of beautiful summer homes dot the shores, and in fact many people live here all the year round, the climate being every equable and the various transportation lines giving regular service all the year. When we arrived at Seattle we found Mr. and Mrs. John H. Smith, their son C. L. J. and their daughters, Mrs. W. H. Milner and Miss Olivette awaiting us at the dock. These good old Nashville friends took us into their fold and made our stay in Seattle so thoroughly enjoyable that our time there was altogether too short. Mr. Smith is not in active business, but has many private interests to look after which keeps him reasonably busy, while C. L. J. is, the publisher of the U.C.T. Transportation Guide, a publication similar to our Michigan railroad guide only more thorough and com­ plete. The publication keeps him busy and is making him a good living and a neat surplus every year. Mr. and Mrs. Smith live on Queen Anne hill, a beautiful residential portion of the city, while C.L.J. and his family have a beautiful suburban home on the shores of Lake Washington, a magnificent fresh water lake lying back of the city, and which is now being con­ nected by a ship canal through Lake Union to the sound, which will make it possible for ocean-going vessels to come into Lake Washington for anchorage and will give Seattle the largest and finest available waterfront of any city on the coast. Mr. Milner and family have a beautiful modern home in a fine part of the city, overloking Lake Washington. Seattle is one of the most beautiful cities we have yet visited, but we are not going to move here untl they install moving sidewalks to travel up and down the hills on. We thought San Francisco and Tacoma had their ups and downs, but Seattle has them faded. Seattle certainly has more perpendicular scenery than any other place on the map ... Many of the streets are upright, no matter how many saloons and other dives dot the way. One goes up one hill and down another in about every block. It is a picturesque city, busy and thriving, full of bustle and business, with lots of railroad and water shipping and considerable manufacturing, but it needs a whole lot of flattening out before a fat man can travel around it much on foot, with any degree of comfort. On Wednesday, Coy Smith, known to nearly everybody in Seattle as “Lou” Smith, took us to his home across Lake Washington for lunch and we passed a most delightful day. Thursday, Mr. Smith and myself took a boat and went to Bremerton, where we visited the navy yard, were accorded the privilege of inspecting the battleship Oregon ’ and the cruiser St. Louis, saw the old and new style submarines, and saw the mammoth dry docks and numerous members of Uncle Sam’s famous flock of flying vessels. We called to see Carl Herrick, who is secretary to the captain of the yards, but he was at Seattle that day, so we missed him. He is another Nashville boy who is making good, and has many friends in. the yards, where he has been stationed for several years. We went from Seattle to Spokane by way of the Great , At a Spokane, Len Feighner enjoyed an expedition with his brother Irve into the ore-mining country of nothern Idaho, where they climbed mountains following creeks "to find a trail through the snow to some dark hole... . until your fat friend panted for breath and got wobbly in the knees," wrote eig ner to readers of The Nashville News. Lead, silver and copper were beinq mined, w.th traces of gold. Perhaps the brothers drank from a mountain stream as these two unidentified chaps are doing iin an early photo from the Feighner collection. 3 Stella Feighner, left, and her husband, Len (5th from left) and daughter Vada (standing in front of her father in this circa-1905 photo) were royally entertained by relatives and former Nashville friends at Seattle and Spokane during a 1914 visit. Seattle is a beautiful and thriving city, concluded the Nashville News editor, but too hilly. It "certainly has more perpendicular scenery than any other place on the map." He found Spokane undergoing "very hard times due to a too-rapid growth for the surrounding country, but predicted a better future for the city. Northern, thru the Cascade mountains, where we saw a whole country full of magnificent scenery. We climbed up and up through great canyons and gorges among stately hills where the footfall of a rabbit or the flutter of a pheasant’s wing might start a slide which would pile snow a hundred feet deep into the bottom of a canyon ... In many places where water seeps out of the rocky walls of cliffs, the cold weather had formed sheets of ice which glistened in the sun like the walls of a crystal palace. Snow was piled in fantastic form on rocks and trees so that every moment brought new and delightful surprises of beauty. These visions were frequently shut out from view as we were enclosed in snow sheds which have been constructed in many places through the hills, or when we traversed many tunnels. One of these tunnels was three miles long, and to prevent the smoke of the locomotives from making it disagreeable for the passengers the engines are given a tem­ porary rest while the train is pulled through the tunnel by electric engines. In another place, where the railroad has to make a turn and there was no place on the sides of the hills, the “Horseshoe” tunnel goes into the mountain and makes a circuit, so that instead of going through the mountain the train enters the tunnel and later emerges from the same side of the mountain, but headed in another direction and considerably higher up. Coming down out of the mountains into the vast valley of the Columbia, we found ourselves in. a great and apparently prosperous fruit country. From the little town of Wenatchee, which has a population of 5,500, there was shipped last season 32,000 car loads of fruit, of which 25,000 car loads were apples. They raise beautiful apples in this western country, in favored spots all through California, Oregon and Washington, but they are not there with the flavor of Michigan fruit. I wish you farmers of good old Michigan would wake up to the possibilities you have in the fruit line. You can raise better apples in Michigan than they can anywhere in the west, and they will sell at higher prices in the market. But you must raise the right varieties, you must care for your orchards properly, and you must sort and pack your fruit as they do here. Within a few years you will be doing it, and the fellows who get into the game first will be the first to reap the benefits. Farther down the valley, we run out of the fruit country into an agricultural and grazing country, but all these lands have to be irrigated from wells, and the pumping, which has to be done by gasoline engines, is expensive. I don’t believe you Michigan farmers have much, of an idea of the natural advantages you have over most of this western country, yet agricultural lands are much higher in price here than in Barry Country. If I was going into farming today, I should buy a farm in good old Michigan. We arrived in Spokane at nine o’clok in the evenings, and found my brother Irve waiting for us. He took us out to his pleasant home on the hills in the south part of town, a very pleasant residential section, where we have been entertained during our stay in the city. We have also met Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Smith, formerly of Nashville, and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Emery, formerly of Charlotte, who have helped to make our stay here very pleasant. Spokane is a very hand­ some and interesting city, but is just now going through a spell of very hard times. The trouble is that the town has grown too fast for the surrounding country, and is now under the necessity of marketing time until the country catches up with it. In the meantime, those firms which are strong enough financially to weather the stress are fortunate, while the weak ones are gradually dropping out. Spokane will be a bully town inside of five years if the supreme court will give it an even break with the coast cities in the famous freight rate cases now awaiting a decision. Tuesday morning, the 17th, Irve and I started for a trip through the Coeur D’Alene mining district of Northern Idaho... We went by train to Amaco, by boat across Coeur D’Alene Lake to Harrison, by train to Wallace, the big central town of the district, then on to Mullan, where we camped for the night. This town of Mullan is a typcal western mining town, but recently purged of its most undesirable features and coming under the reign of law and order. It is the very heart of the richest portion of the Coeur D’Alenes, with producing mines and many more good prospects on every hand. We climbed up into the mountains, visited mines and prospects, followed creeks up gorges to find trail through the snow to some dark hole into the mountain side, until your fat friend panted for breath and got wobbly in the knees. All day Wednesday we put in looking around the mines and the mills ... The mills are enormous structures, built up on the sides of the mountain. The rock or ore is dumped into bins at the top of the hill, goes through huge crushers, past sorters, through grinders, over shaking tables which separate the metals from each other until it finally drops into bins ready for shipment to the smelters. The mines of the Coeur D’Alenes are all ready lead­ silver propositions, some of them containing, a large amount of copper. Nearly all of them have traces of gold, but very few of them show enough gold to be worth considering. They are much more of a stable proposition, however, than gold mining, for veins of gold usually “peter out” after a brief time, whereas no one has ever yet gone deep enough to find the bottom of the ore in this district. At a certain depth it may be unprofitable to mine it and bring it to the surface, but the vein of ore is never lost, and only recently under modern methods some of the abanodned veins have been re-opened and are being profitably worked. Many men have realized immense fortunes in this section and many more are “on their way”. It is a great game, in which the wise ones, the ones who study the conditions and know their business, win out, while those who fall are by little if any worse off than before. Wallace, which is the county seat, is a virgorous town of about five or six thousand population. It was nearly wiped out by forest fires in 1910, but that didn’t stop it any. Nearly everybody in Wallace and Mullan owns mining stock. Even the laboring men in­ vest their little savings in whatever stock looks good to them. Some spectacular winnings have been made by just this class of men, where an original investment of a few hudred dollars has made Continued on next pag �Tha Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. October 29, 1985 — Page 5 Students tell of gifted and talented instututes attended w® feSkC ^< s S? K ■LM St j J',% *•** • i'** i**^IWSjK Five Maple Valley High School seniors who attended summer institutes for the gifted and talented recently reflected on their ex­ periences at a special reception held in their honor. Eight students from the Eaton Intermediate School District were selected to attend the Michigan State Board of Education Summer Institute for the Arts and Sciences, and had the op­ portunity to share some of their experiences October 17 at the EISD. Ann Hummel, daughter of Don and Joyce Hummel of Vermontville noted her stay last July at Grand Valley State College was “the best two weeks of my life.” Ann had the opportunity to study the dunes of West Michigan, the largest natural dune formation in the world. This provided the laboratory for Ann and some 100 other talented high school students interested in archaeology, geology, land use, linmology, and related topics. Amy Laverty, 17, daughter of Russell and Bonnie Laverty of Vermontville, plans to attend art school after her high school graduation. Condusive to her career objectives, Amy was able to attend Norhtern Michigan University for the summer institute to study art. Amy noted she was a bit fearful when she first arrived on the scene of the university, but one of the first people she met there told her, “You don’t have to come from a big school” and Amy found he was right. “I couldn’t believe it. It was so great,” Amy said. “Since the Institute, I’ve noticed a change in how I respond to my art class. If I hadn’t gone, I wouldn’t be as confident...I wouldn’t go as far.” Amy’s quality graphics and sculptures attest to the talent she took to the In­ stitute and the 40 peices she produced while there attest to her self direction and hard work. Brendon McCullin, 17, is from Nashville and plans to attend college after graduation to major in history. He was a participant of the institute at Central Michigan University last summer, where he studied “The Twelfth Century Renaissance and it Impact on Contemporary Society”. Recalling his experience there, Brendon noted that “People would just come up and speak. They were super intelligent but they didn’t act like they were smart - just like themselves,” he said. “They were really nice.” Jackie Erwin, 17, daughter of Wes and Mary Ann Erwin was chosen as an alternate, and was able to attend “the Saginaw Valley State College institute where she studied instrumental music and computer applications. An alto-saxophone player, Jackie was able to perform with the Saginaw Eddy a Band, group of IS '’fesbit?k*< "feilb ■ftgft °°ra® ®t*. *1*1Wiiftlid tofijKk tofijKkg . ifi. if.i r M psfe ■*firr ■ ■■ Akfcps cps >»»ii ■kftrrili ifeaeap, <h(B all tog !*tebe 3Ee!13E >■» He sib iI teak D’tasmli fefrj fapqtiiii y *asu: tha an. amtw SKi'SE1! szuk ttatata life 4.tatisyfeiii Mfefe a^tli ASnah tastafcr sis ggtiisfen r tiej jimr.KSi ib bn !i ®sJi ft, nt*11 erbfe re*®8’ sjj atj. ftZi£ 3 iff1'11 gifts. ex®5 bfti^ ft frit d*5*1*’ gi ft’ tftfyiwi'*1* , ft fe dfc**’ **•*££1 e*^ n* n**A ?*ft <s®> *^. ^ii fl*‘L f*t<** £& * £& Ji* <5 *%5if < Ji ft* * -JI#’ I * State farm land and study sought Concerned about the financial crisis facing far­ mers, two area lawmakers strongly supporta resolution in the Michigan House that asks the State Tax Com­ mission to study how agricultural land values are assessed in Michigan. State Representative Ernest W. Nash (RDimondale) and State Representative Robert Bender (R-Middleville) said that United States Depart­ ment of Agriculture statistics show Michigan having the third highest per acre agricultural property tax in the nation (behind Rhode Island and New Jersey) and the highest per acre tax in the 12-state Midwest region. “The state needs to take a closer look at how farm land is assessed,” the State Representative Robert Bender said. “Michigan’s total tax levied per acre of farm land is five times the national average and the amount levied per $100 market value is nearly four times the national average and we need to know why.” The resolution asks the commission to study the issue in cooperation with county equalization boards and local assessors. The group is asked to make a final report to the Legislature no later than Jan. 1, 1986. The Legislators said the commission has been asked to determine trends in assessed value of agricultural property by county for the last decade Memories, continued from page 4— its owner rich. Every little while something of this sort happens, and it keeps the excitement up to fever heat all of the time. We returned from the mining district by train to Harrison, a town perched on a big pile of rock at the heat of Coeur D’Alene Lake, thence by boat the length of the beautiful lake, 25 miles, to Coeur D’Alene City, thence by interurban to Spokane, through the prosperous Spokane Valley, made fertile by irrigation. The Spokane river is a beautiful stream, which furnishes wonderful water power for the mills and electric power and lighting plants, and which joins the Columbia a hundred miles below. Well, have to stop, on account of space and time limit, although there’s a lot more I would like to say to you if I had you here. Under the circumstances, I will have to leave it to your imagination. We leave here tomorrow for Seattle, Victoria, and Vancouver, then to Blaine, Washington, for a brief sojourn, then we head east for Nashville, Michigan, and old friends. And mighty glad I will be to see you, too. Fike (To be continued next week) »**!*, **!* wft PENNY SUPPER i* * L jft -»<!5! <!5! Nashville VFW Rost Na 8260 Auxiliary I* rtf’>4 o SATURDAY, NOV. 2,1985 Serving... Turkey and Ham Serving from ... 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. Chairperson — Bernice Schwab **• V and in investigate alter­ native methods of deter­ mining the true cash value of agricultural land. The assessed value of real property on Michigan farms rose 8.1 percent from 1980 to 1984 while the U.S. Depart­ ment of Agriculture says it should have declined 10 percent, the Lawmakers added. agricultural “Assessing land is one of the many issues facing farmers today. The farm crisis grows deeper everyday. Low farm prices, wet weather and low yields continue to plague farmers. The commission study could shed some light on the assessment issue and make necessary recom­ mendations,’’ the Representatives concluded. Maple Valley Seniors who attended summer institutes for the gifted and talented are: (from left) Ann Hummel, Jackie Erwin, Polly Cook, Amy Laverty and Brendon McCullin. professional musicians. This provided one highlight for Jackie. “I’d recommend it to everyone,” she said of her experience. Jackie’s future plans in­ clude attending Liberty University in Virginia to study business and music. Polly Cook, 17, attended Eastern Michigan University where she studied “Communications, Politics, \ and the Law”. Daughter of Don Cook of Mendon and Margaret Cook of Ver­ montville, Polly noted “I’m really glad I went. We had the same motivation, the same goals.” One thing she found was that “women had a lot different view on politics than men.” Also attending institutes were Tim Mohre of Pot­ terville, Pat Stankiewitz of Eaton Rapids and Kristina Swanson of Charlotte. The Institutes for the Arts and Sciences are offered annually in the summer for highly talented high school 10th and 11th grade students. They bring together able students and top-notch professionals to share in­ tensive work and discussion. They provide high level experiences for students in a setting not available in local school districts and foster questioning, self-initiative and exploration of new ideas. Students apply in the spring by completing an apphcation provided by their high school guidance counselor. These are then sent to Eaton Intermediate where the top candidates are invited for an interview. From those interviewed, the designated number allowable from EISD are selected, along with alter­ nates, and their applications are forwarded to the Michigan Department of Education where final selection is made. There, special attention is given to a balance Of students per site and equitable representation of Michigan’s racial, ethnic, handicapped and culturally diverse populations as well as a balance of male-female arts and sciences students. The Institutes began in 1982 with 134 students at­ tending two-week a residential program at MSU. The following year the In­ stitute expanded to 374 students at three sites and the legislature saw fit to support the endeavor with $200,000 instate funds. In 1984, the concept enlarged to five sites with 470 students and in 1985 to five sites with 500 students and legislative support increased to $250,000. Eaton area high schools have been able to send a total of 20 students in the first four years of the Institute’s existence. 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October 29, 1985 — Page 6 4th graders visit Nashville Water Facilities, Tuesday Fuller students get a view of the water works controls in Nashville last Tuesday. Works Superintendent Leon Frith explained to the students how the system works to recycle the available water and what regulations have to be followed. He noted that the Nashville Fourth grade students in Mrs. Hanson’s class, at Fuller school had the chance Tuesday to visit the Nash­ ville water treatment facilities, as a part of Water Quality Awareness Week. Department of Public q.* water plant pumps nearly 109,000 gallons of water per day, and explained how certain controls regulate the water works. Correction! In last week’s Maple Valley News quotes that were incorrectly attributed to Lion varsity coach Jerry Reese were actually made by Jaycee coach Carol Kraai. We regret the error. dP Have a SAFE and °p Bewitching Halloween! ACTION-ADS WATKINS FAMOUS spices, extracts and home remedies since 1868. Dealers needed in your area. Ph. 616-9657640 Battle Creek. (EOW) ...AT THE... The VILLAGE HAIR PORT CHAIN SAWS: Husquvarna. No money down, only $12 per month. 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville. 726­ 0133. 470 East Main Street Vermontville . 726-0257 . STOP SMOKING! LOSE WEIGHT! MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION to sponsor SELF PSYCH HYPNOSIS SEMINARS THE SAME HYPNOSIS PROGRAMS OFFERED BY LOCAL AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION AFFILIATES IN 74 CITIES IN 11 STATES Nashville DPW Superintendent Leon Frith demonstrates how water samples are tested at the local treatment plant for Fuller fourth graders last week. Library’s building fund surpasses $30,000 The Putnam Public Library building fund recently surpassed the $30,000 mark. The goal is to raise $50,000 for a proposed Children’s Wing addition to the present facility on North Main Street in Nashville. The latest contributions to the fund came in memory of James Taylor from Scott and Thelma Taylor; in memory of Yvonne I. Appelman from Dick and Geri Huckendubler; and in memory of William Schantz from Bill and Eva Hampton, Hugh Hickok, Virgil Franks, Helen PROGRAMS INCLUDE FREE LITERATURE AND HYPNOTIC CONDITIONING CASSETTE TAPES. 30.00 DATE: PLACE: MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Enroll now for second term of Adult Education hursday, November 7 11090 Nashville Highway top Smoking ... 6:00 p.m. Weight Control ... 8:30 p.m. Participate! Become a success story like these and thousands of others. I Fl I 1 ~ ma 'eel goods'tallymap, i nopa y 1 I M»r»h» »h» * j*1- Clemena..-Ut * fhink the seminar was great After 42 years ot smoking. I can't believe it has been so easy to stop smokino James K. O—rtiom.. Ml . .nd 9^ ^' ab0U' \ tor «”• I myselfI Terry W. | W.tl.nd. and Grace Marisch, and Senior Citizens of the Nashville COA Nutrition Site. Contributons to the fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. Spruce up for Christmas •f Have Your Furniture Reupholstered - AT THE - f UPHOLSTERY HUT FEE: TIME: Schantz and family, Charles and Loraine Struble and family; Dorothy Guthrey and family, Mr. and Mrs. Berton McCaul, Mr. and Mrs. Rex Casey, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Goforth, Harold Christiansen, Gladys Hickok, Margaret C. Johnson, Harold and Bessie Stewart, Gertrude P. Long, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Ainslie, Elaine (Ainslie) Wilt, Leo ’ u. -_____— Advance registration: 852-9275 MID-SESSION MONEY-BACK OFFER “ First term for the Maple Valley-Lakewood Adult Education classes will end Nov. 7. Second term will begin the week of Nov. 11. If you would like to complete your high school education or brush up on some of your skills, you may enroll now. 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School Hours: Monday-Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-8 p.m. Phone 852-1948 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 7 Nashville's Daisy Girl Scout named 'Troop of the Month' by Ann Taylor Daisy Girl Scouts are new to the Nashville scouting area. The program has been in existence for about 10 years in pilot areas. If you are a girl in kindergarten you can become a Daisy Girl Scout. At troop meetings the girls will build close friendships, play games, make in­ teresting crafts and learn new songs. Dawn Woodworth, the Daisy leader, has volun­ teered her time to work with the Daisy troop. She has had the required six hours of training to be a leader. Her assistant is Loretta Beers, ION-ADS Members of the new Daisy Girl Scouts are: Danielle Watson, Monelle Quick, Jessica Woodworth and Freedeom Fenner. In back is leader Dawn Woodworth. Not pictured are Emily Gould, JoHanna Vogel and Maria Green. 'Hypnosis makes stopping smoking, losing weight a pleasure, not pain Are you literally allowing years of your life to go up in smoke? Or enjoying life less than you could with a smaller, healthier body? If so, do yourself a favor stop smoking or lose weight. You can do either easier than you can imagine with hyp­ nosis as your helper. That’s the word from Jim Hoke, author and behavior counselor who has specialized in hypnosis for 14 years. The Maple Valley Adult Education will offer seminars designed by him on Thursday, Nov. 7 at Maple Valley High School. A stop smoking seminar at 6 p.m. ,drt ad Gratt tad tit ai iesrCiah Gsttey MW d Mrs. tatan fc. a sytealii tad kuHIM . Bnti CNaMI'i CUdys mratp* asadkhi BtteM*'*1 ?.L< ai rii it® ?.L< .tst .tst special speca k®1 t laaspiayecsT*' and a weight control at 8:30 p.m. will be conducted by Jeff Hobson, who was per­ sonally trained by Hoke. Because the $30 fee is refundable half way through the seminar, participants have nothing to lose but bad habits, points out the adult education, which is taking registration at 517-852-9275. “Smokers wanting to give up cigarettes won’t try because they fear being grouchy, nervous, irritable and mean,” Hoke saysr “Overweight people wanting to slim down get angry just thinking about a diet, ex­ pecting they’ll feel hungry, Chicken-Swiss Steak dinner to benefit ‘Adoption Cradle’ An old fashioned bountiful baked chicken and swiss steak dinner including homemade desserts will not only provide a hearty meal for those attending the nearby event, but will also benefit the Adoption Cradle Birthmother Program based in Battle Creek. The dinner, to be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hope Church of the Bretheren on M-50 (at the Kent County and Ionia County lines),' is open to the public. Twenty-six prospective adoptive couples from the West Michgian Adoption Cradle support group will be baking pies and assisting with the dinner, and Frank Townsend and Jiggs Miller will serve as cooks. Proceeds from the Saturday, November 2 dinner and freewill offering will be used to support the adoption program. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAWS: Husquvarna. No money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville. 726­ 0133. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:30 p.m. “Currently, we are helping to support a birthmother house that provides housing prospective for birthmothers,” said Norine Jacobs, co-chairperson of the event. The Adoption Cradle is a non-profit agency, licensed since March of 1984, and has placed over 40-children since that time. Anyone interested in ob­ taining more information about the Adoption program can write: Adoption Cradle of Battle Creek, 2 West Michigan Mall-Suite 303, Battle Creek, MI 49016. deprived, tense and unhappy.” No matter what the problem, he explains, people are programmed to look upon the solution as painful but it doesn’t have to be that way. “Hypnosis makes changes like stopping smoking and losing weight feel good, instead of miserable,” Hoke says. The key to succeeding with any positive life change is to make it feel-good to your subconscious, to create a child-like excitement and enthusiasm for solving an adult problem. Because hypnosis is a direct line to the subconscious - the child­ like part of your mind - it can bring out that feeling. It can keep the desire to im­ prove alive until the desire becomes a reality. An ongoing survey proves that four out of five smokers who complete the Self-Psych program become non­ smokers, and weight clients have lost as high as 259 pounds. 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MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Monday and Wednesday • 5:30 p.m. I �The Maple Valley News,'Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 8 Arts and crafts show to feature over 75 artists Pennfield’s Ninth Annual Gym, Middle School Gym, Fall Arts and Crafts Show and the “New Room.” They will be held Saturday, Nov. are full of ole favorites and 2nd in the Pennfield Central new craftspeople with many and Middle School Gyms creative items such as: Country folk art painting, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission is free and a Kinetic folk art, “Christmas snack bar is available in the Carvings,” hand made wooden bowls, stained-glass, Central School. A “New Room” has been country ceramics, doughart, added to the show this year. rag rugs, quilts, wooden This room can be reached items, furniture, toys, directly through the gym in handmade country fur­ the Middle School. Some niture, pyrography, Cabbage very interesting new craft­ Patch dolls, teddy bears, speople with equally in­ Amish people, “Country teresting crafts and one or Geese,” soft sculpture, two ole favorites, who have angels, doll furniture, been absent for a year or baskets, dried flowers, hearts, two, will be introduced. wreaths, There also will be a craft­ arrangements, scarecrows, sman demonstrating his stenciling, and many, many others. skills. These talented craft­ Be sure to visit all three rooms available; Central speople and artists come Monarch Butterfly hatches in Mrs. Long's room made a chrysalis. Mrs. Long said, “I hope the caterpillar makes it.” First the chrysalis was green with gold spots. Then it turned black. Then one person at Reading group yelled “The butterfuly is out”. Everybody came to look at the Monarch. That afternoon we put it on a tree outside the school. by Sarah Leep Mrs. Long wanted to show our class how a Monarch caterpillar turns into a butterfly. So she asked our class to look for a Monarch caterpillar. Shannon Hickey found one and brought it into our room. The Monarch ate a lot of milk weeds. It always wanted to get out of the glass. Finally the Monarch The Craft Nook ROUND REED FLAT Per Hank $E50 REED Per Hank WINTER CLASSES are NOW FORMING... For Monday & Wednesday Evenings._______ Located inside Mirror’s image 111 Main Street, Nashville OPEN Tuesday thru Saturday from: Battle Creek, Mar­ shall, Bellevue, Olivet, Homer, Allen, Hillsdale, Litchfield, Athens, Union City, Sherwood, Augusta, Galesburg, Portage, Deltdn, Cedar Springs, Sunfield, Stevensville, Charlotte, Leonidias, South Haven, Grand Rapids, Jackson, Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1 and 2 - Methodist Christ­ mas Bazaar and Bake Sale at Pat’s Sugar Hut. Saturday, Nov. 2 Gresham Annual Turkey dinner and bazaar. Sunday, Nov. 3-7 p.m., a program at the Vermontville Methodist Church by a children’s group from Nash­ ville Methodist Church with a light lunch following. Reports are that it is an outstanding program. Monday, Nov. 4 - Woman’s Club meets at the home of Fern Gearhart with a program on antiques at 7 p.m. We are happy to report at Don Lewis is home and recovering from his heart attack two weeks ago. Mrs. Helen Brimmer, 73, of East Main passed away Friday at Pennock Hospital after a few days illness. Services Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Wren-Vogt Funeral Home. Word was received Sunday of the death of Clarice Dean Bellows, 77, at the Harrison Hospital. There will be no services as her body was donated to the MSU Medical Center. She was a member of the V.H.S. Class of ‘25 and Early Bird Specials THERAGRAN-M 130’S FORMULA PILLS 30’S |98 MAALOX FORMULA 44M 244 Maalox 039 YOUR CHOICE 4 OZ. DR. SCHOLL S MEN'S OR WOMEN’S AIR PILLO INSOLES 97 the daughter of Charles and Florence Dean. Mrs. Ave Kroger and Mrs. Della Belle Murphy of Hastings attended the wedding Saturday evening of Colleen Crotser and Tim Hassinger at the Lakeland Reformed Church in Vicksburg. The bride and groom were escorted to the reception and dinner at the Holiday Inn in a 1960 RollsRoyce Bentley with a lady chaffeur in uniform. Colleen is the cousin of Mrs. Kroger and Mrs. Murphy. Farmers are thankful for pleasant weather for har­ vesting the corn crop. ‘‘Indian Summer Reflections” - “The Tangy Fragrance of Autumn leaves changing their green of summer for flaming red, yellow and brown. Blue haze on the distant hills. Large bright harvest moon shining upon rows of cornstalks and pumpkins where a country road meanders. Smoke rising lazily from leaf fires. Marshmallows roasting on a twig. Potatoes baking in the bonfire ashes. Red crunchy apples. All these are Indian summer.” Nellie M. Strauss. The Leonard Joppie Residence, on Mt. 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Special guest speaker will be Sandra Halbert, author of “Bitter Harvest”, who will be speaking about her book and about life on today’s family farm. World Community Day is open to the public; and everyone is invited to attend. The Nashville United Methodist Church is on the corner of State and Washington Sts. ACTION-ADS ^277 HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713 (tfn) Jean Booher of Batte Creek and Paula Cole of Ver­ montville are two of the more than 75 artists whose work will be for sale Saturday, Nov. 2 in the Pennf ield Central and Middle School gyms, Battle Creek. five grandsons gathered for a workbee to put new white vinyl siding on their house. The last strip was put up by flashlight, Saturday night. Sunday was paint and clean­ up day. A great Job! The chow-Mne was left- to the women, who fed a total of 42 people. Special visitors this past week at the Joppies, were Mrs. Thelma Herring and Mrs. Delilah Verbosky from Largo, Florida, who have enjoyed seeing all the family. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Musser recently spent two days in the thumb area, to attend the funeral of Alex Volmering of Ruth, Mich. He was the father of their daughter-in-law, Carolyn Musser of Belmont, Mich. Mrs. Mabel Musser of 311 S. Hanover St. in Hastings, has been receiving chemotherapy treatments every three weeks at Pen­ nock Hospital. Mrs. Musser suffered a heart attack three weeks ago and is recuperating at home. She would enjoy hearing from old friends as they are former residents of Ver­ montville. Mr. and Mrs. John Steward were Monday supper guests of the Harold Benedicts. Weekend guests were Jerry Benedict of Troy, Maurine Kanowski of Rochester, and Bruce Benedict and Joe Palmer of Chicago, Ill. Last Friday, Mrs. Leona Fox’s visitors were her daughter Darlene Beavers and sister Id Walbridge and niece Doris Craft. They came to help her celebrate her 85th birthday. On Tuesday, Oct. 22, Alberta Rockfellars brought dinner to help her celebrate her birthday. Saturday her daughter Darlene and granddaughter Mary brought three of her great grandchildren, Sean, Erin and Eric, to see her. They all had a wonderful time. Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods, Inc. — IS HAVING A — Gigantic WALLPAPER w Mdj! 00 Ml® mill Ik pt liiHi 100 5eMi 0 flits 1*0 Wi0i *0t ha0 to»ll tipi <#iki *0' bferiy ^01 0ai ”0 Mik *01 & *ln **! * All Style-Tex Books All Lennon Books All Studio 128 Books ■>1 V1OFZOF J^ASHVILLE ^ HARDWARE 105 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE, Ml 852-0713 totS &o & & & �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. October 29. 1985 — Page 9 M.V. tops Potterville 33-20; finishes second in SMAA race Maple Valley’s football team won the battle on Friday but lost the war on Saturday. The Lions, after thrashing non-league foe Potterville last Friday 33-20, saw their hopes for a SMAA cham­ pionship come tumbling down on Saturday when St. Philip easily defeated Bronson 42-7. Maple Valley (6-2 overall) finished its league season two weeks ago with a 5-1 mark. St. Philip, which bumped off the Lions 18-0 earlier in the year, finishes 6­ 0. With the win the Tigers become the first SMAA team to win back-to-back football championships. Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was philosophical about finishing runnerup in his first year as varsity coach. “I think we’ve had a good year,” said .Mittelstaedt. had stood for 17 years. Maple Valley scored again at the 7:25 mark of the second period when Glenn Ewing dove over from the 3yard line. McClelland racked up its extra points for a 14-0 lead. third TD of the game at the But the Lions still weren’t 7:25 mark of the second finished. After the Vikings quarter on a 3-yard run. Tim cut the gap to 14-6 with a 1- Higdon’s extra point made yard run,_ Matt Owen the score 33-6. Potterville scored two returned the ensuing kickoff 97 yards for a 20-6 lead. The touchdowns late in the third 97-yard return broke a Maple and fourth quarters on a 41Valley school record which yard run and a 33-yard pass. Sports “We played hard every game and we shutout five of six league teams. It was unfortunate the night we played St. Philip we made some mistakes that hurt us. “But we played hard-and fairly well and you can’t ask for more than that. We played better than I ex­ pected this year.” The win over Potterville was actually decided in the first quarter by 20 Lion points. Matt McClelland opened the scoring at the 8:13 mark with a 42-yard run. The 5-9, 163-pound junior scored again with 2:46 left in the period on a 4-yard run. Adam Brumm kicked both Statistically, Maple Valley had 17 first downs to 8 for Potterville. The Lions, led by 98 yards from George Steinbrecher and 76 from McClelland, outgained the Vikes on the ground 275-44. Potterville, however, had a decided advantage through the airwith 11 completions in 23 attempts for 190 yards. Maple Valley hit only l-of-2 passes for 15 yards. Jim Fuller led the Lion defense with 9 tackles. Matt Coleman added 7 tackles, including 2 sacks, and George Steinbrecher also had 7. Mittelstaedt said his defense looked sharp in the early going, but then when the Lions built the lead, suffered a letdown. “The first half we looked super,” he said. “We completely dominated. But then in the second half we looked flat. We had trouble with the pass as two of their touchdowns were set up by long passes.” Maple Valley JV football team defeats Potterville 19-0 ^,fc, The Maple Valley J.V. football team won its sixth straight game last Thursday night with a 19-0 shutout of the Potterville Vikings. Touchdowns were scored by Chris Thomson with a-10 yard run and Mickey Tiller with a 30 yard run. The scoring was closed out with a 25 yard field goal by fresh­ man Mike Everett. The defense was lead by Greg Flower and Dan Siple who had 13 and 8 tackles respectively. Richard Meade had 2 pass interceptions and Matt Forell 1 with fumble recoveries being made by Pat Hagon and Eric Haeck. The lions will close out a successful season Thursday night with a home game at 7 o’clock against Kalamazoo Christian. L. , knj tajUr!^ Mifflin Utaljulf iiKf puj ^ tiWit WMty [ lite its OiTwdi), Ik Mh. tiniji i Benn. 16± tatbtyta (aitifastllll tettfcfc ffli Bit$ tajte to (a raify {iniiii|hl Off MMs ta$lWr| jiafcilfe nlhte mIEkIhM ausiite MiinMi _|$ HAVING*- Girls Jr. High 8th grade eagers win again 20-18 The Maple Valley Eighth grade basketball team has defeated yet another op­ ponent, St. Philip, in a very exciting game, with a final score of 20-18. The game started slow with a half time score of only 6 points each. Then the Lions came back with faster hands and greater speed. “The tigers played a tight zone, so all we could really do is not give them enough time to set there zone up. Drive in and either lay-up or pass off to a score is the only way we could score,” said coach Kris James. “All the girls on the team give hard working efforts and enthusastic sportsmenship in every single game they play. Which is the key to our winning team.” Scoring for the ‘rough and ready’ team were; Angie Bahs with 11, Tina Benjamin 4,. Aimee Stall and Holly Spitzer with 2 each. Heidi Reese, Nicole Kipp, Heather Hawkins, Jackie Carmoney, Kerri Lamie, Sue Smith and Tracy Thomas, kept lending a helping hand, throughout the entire game. Michelle Hoffman helped alot with her excellent rebounding skills. Heidi Reese played her best defensive game, causing St. Phil some costly turnovers, with Angie Bahs taking advantage of the turnover’s. Tina Benjamin did a fine job, offensively, using quick thinking to aide to her teams winning scores. The last thing you need now is a problem with mobile home insurance that doesn’t treat you special. If your mobile home has become a very special homestead, you need special coverage. You don’t need a problem with insurance that charges high rates for minimal protection. Auto-Owners Mobile Home Special Policy offers replacement cost coverage without depreciation to qualified mobile homes. Discounts are available for new mobile homes...and to retirees. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how he could insure your mobile home. It may be especially good news. Pennfield JV eagers top Maple Valley In girls Junior Varsity basketball action last week, the girls lost to league for Pennfield 40-31. “Although we started and ended strong, we just couldn’t get it together in the Middle,” explained coach Carol Kraai. “We outscored the Panthers 15-7 in the fourth quarter, but it was not enough to bring home a victory.” Scoring for the Lions were Karris True with 8; Lesley Dipert 7; Diona Morawski 6; Chris Gardner 4 and 2 each by Faith Schilz, Deanna Hagon and Jennifer Fisher. Kristen Kraai pulled down 7 rebounds and Lesley Dipert led in steals with 5. Maple Valley will host Bellevue on Monday, Oct. 28 and Saranac on Thursday. M.V. Athletic Boosters elect new officers Kenneth todd has been elected president of the Maple' Valley Athletic Boosters for the 1985-86 school term. Other officers elected at the boosters’ Oct. 21 meeting were: Vern Reid, vice president; Sharon Stewart, secretary; Bessie Smith, treasurer; Tom Joostberns, bingo chairperson; Darlene Joostberns, bingo treasurer; Gloria Andrews, bingo kitchen chairperson; and trustees Jim Bryan, Sharon Reese, Gloria Andrews and Linda Counterman. The athletic boosters meet at 7 p.m. in the high school office conference room on the third Monday of each month. Officers encourage interested persons to attend to help keep the sports program a success. From left, Thelma Christopher, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, John Warren and Bev Warren. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 @____ ^4uto-Ou>ners Insurance �Th* Mopl* Vollvy M»w», Noshvill*. Tuesday October 29. 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood School Lunch Menu Maplewood School students are active with Halloween projects Monday. Nov. 4 Bar-B-Q on Bun, Corn, Cheese Sticks, Peaches. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Hot Dogs, Fries, Fruit Jello, Cookie. Wednesday. Nov.6 Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Bread and Butter, Fruit. Thursday, Nov. 7 Pizza, Green Beans, Pickles, Juice Bars. Friday. Nov. 8 Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Com, Bread and Butter, Pears. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High and Kellogg Schools Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 4 Bar B.Q.’s, Tater Rounds, Applesauce, Cookie. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Taco’s, Lettuce and Cheese, Com, Fruit Juice. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Spaghetti, Cole Slaw, Peaches, Rolls and Butter. Thursday, Nov. 7 Chicken Nuggets, Tater Rounds, Green Beans, Bread and Butter. Friday, Nov. 8 Pizza, Cora, Applesauce. Fuller St. School Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 4 Chili, Crackers, Carrot Sticks, Fruit Mix, Toasted Cheese Bun. Tuesday, Nov. 5 Regular Hot Dogs or Chili Dogs, Mixed Vegetables, Applesauce. Wednesday, Nov. 6 Pork Bar-B-Q on Bun, or Chef Salad, Green Beans, Peaches, Monthly Birthday Cake. Thursday, Nov. 7 Pizza, Sweet Potatoes, Fruit Choice. Friday, Nov. 8 Tacos, Lettuce, Cheese, Peas, Apple Crisp, Butter Sandwich. with the Halloween season. Shown here with their creative designs are Travis Carter and Julie Huckendubler. Avoid safety pitfalls of auger use An excellent corn and soybean harvest this year means farmers will be spending a lot of time loading grain into storage facilities. This makes it especially important to be aware of how to avoid common accidents when using a portable auger. “On-farm elevating equipment, including the portable auger, has the highest accident frequency rate of all farm machines,” says Roger A. Betz, Eaton County Extension Agricultural Agent. Above all else, Betz cautions farmers to keep their hands and feet away from the auger while it is operating. Limb injury and loss is the most common accident associated with the auger. It can be prevented by placing guarding over the auger boot and never putting hands or feet near exposed flighting. Don’t kick or push grain into the boot manually to feed the auger, he em­ phasizes. Hitting electric power lines is another common accident involving portable augers, Betz says. Wires on farm property often hang lower than the 18-foot minimum requirement, and inadquate so provide clearance for some equip­ ment and the portable auger. Farmers are responsible for maintaining an 18-foot clearance between the ground and the wires on their property, he adds. Before using an electricalpowered auger, make sure the electric motor is grounded and the wiring is not frayed or damaged. When in operation, the portable auger needs to be set up properly, with the brackets locked into position and the wheels blocked. An improperly set-up auger can collapse and cause injuries. MAPLE VALLEY BOARD OF EDUCATION Vermontville Residents The Vermontville Village Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, Novem­ ber 7, 1985, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of abandoning the following streets: Elm St. between W. First and W. Second, Wash­ ington west of N. Main and Jefferson bet­ ween block three and block eight east of N. Main. — NOTICE — Hours for "Trick or Treat" in the Vill­ age of Vermontville will be between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31, 1985. Vermontville Village Council SPECIAL MEETING — OCTOBER 21, 1985 Present: Baker, Hawkins, Ossenheimer, Sleeper and Wolff Absent: Cole and Tobias 1. Opening: Meeting called to order by the president. 2. Communication: The fall school board associa­ tion meeting will be held at Eaton Intermediate at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 7, 1985. Guest speaker will be Mr. Don Elliott of the Michigan Association of School Administrators. 3. Citizen's Advisory Committee: Names were selected to serve on the citizen's advisory com­ mittee with consideration given to the various local community groups. Pastor DeGroot, Com­ mittee Chairman and Mrs. S. Butler, Committee Vice-Chairman, will be contacting prospective members. 4. Scoreboards: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to purchase the recommended low bid from Scoreboard Sales and Service, Niles, Michigan, for scoreboards at the Jr.-Sr. High School, total cost $3,841.00, plus $125.00 ship­ ping. The motion was amended by Baker, supported by Lehman to amend this motion to also state the funds should be taken from the NOTICE Vermontville Village Residents There will be no raking or burning of leaves or other debris on Village streets surfaced with blacktop. BY ORDER OF VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE COUNCIL 5. Old Building & Site Fund with possible partial reimbursement from the Athletic Boosters. Ayes: Hawkins, Baker, Lehman, Sleeper. Nays: Ossenheimer. Absent: Cole and Tobias. Motion carried. Adjournment: Motion made by Sleeper, sup­ ported by Ossenheimer to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Absent: Cole and Tobias. Motion carried. Time: 9:22 p.m. Minutes are subject to approval at the Novem­ ber regular board meeting. PAULA COLE, Secretary Board of Education Linda Gaber has a tasty way of teaching her Maplewood kindergarteners the alphabet. Each day for the past two weeks, the students get to eat food beginning in alphabetical order, and started with the letter "A". Here, Jeffery Braden eats a hot dog, which represents the letter "H". So far, the class has had: Applesauce, Butter, Carrott Curls, Donuts, Eggs and Flapjacks, Granola bars, Hot dogs and Lemonade. Village of Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING — OCTOBER 10, 1985 — The regular meeting of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil was called to order on October 10, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville by Presi­ dent John Hughes. Present, Chaffee, G. Frith, Kent, Furlong, Tobias. Absent R. Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. The following bills were presented and motion by Chaffee, supported by Furlong that they be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL Michigan Bell 29.09 Consumers Rower (office).......... 6.07 Consumers Power (street lights) 1,248.28 Arrow Uniform Rental .. 13.50 Mace Pharmacy ........... 13.75 The Hecker Agency ...... 28.00 J.W. Ryan Underwriting 10,742.00 American Bankers Life 269.30 Blue Cross/Blue Shield 626.34 Jackson National 746.96 CBI Copy Products 182.00 Maple Valley News 42.04 The Reminder 34.72 GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell 24.94 Consumers Power 49.28 Arrow Uniform Rental .. 10.30 Nashville Auto & Farm Supply 108.80 Drummond American Corp 254.00 Nashville Hardware . .. 105.95 Maple Valley Implement, Inc........................... 1,122.86 Purity Cylinder Gases ... 7.80 295.07 Ketn Oil Co. West 28th St. Small Equipment 114.44 STREET DEPARTMENT Drummond American Corp ... Hometown Lumbe 356.46 30.92 HSV Redi Mix Inc ....... 416.82 Pioneer Manufacturing. 106.00 Reith Riley Const ...... 7,856.55 Scott Civil Engineering 12,600.58 Municipal Supply 30.69 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell................33.90 Mace Pharmacy 7.44 American Bankers Life . 115.90 Blue Cross/Blue Shield .313.17 Jackson National 263.60 Powers Shell 15.00 WATER and SEWER Michigan Bell (water) ................ .13 Michigan Bell (sewer) 92.40 Consumers Power (water) ............... 75.87 Consumers Power (sewer) 606.43 Arrow Uniform Rental .. 10.00 Graphic Controls Corp .. 44.91 Carl's Market 34.04 Clary, Nantz, Wood Hoffius 164.02 U.S. postmaster 59.92 Pleasant Telephone ..... 26.00 Master Addresse 31.63 Chempace Corp 583.83 Lakeland Asphalt Corp . 116.00 Municipal Supply 439.88 SEWER BOND INTEREST Old Kent Bank & Trust ....... 5,784.63 U.S. Farmers Home. .21,875.00 Leon Frith, Supt. of Department of Public Works, gave the D.P.W. report for the month of September. Motion by Frith, supported by Furlong to amend the refuse bids to read: No. 1, must have access to a licensed landfill and No. 2, must comply with the Department of Natural Resources and the Health Dept, regulations. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Tobias to adjou rn. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. October 24, 1985 John Hughes, President Susan M. Corkwell, Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985__Page 11 Lucas will speak in Barry County this Thursday Eight fourth grade students in Kay Jones’ class at Maplewood have earned coupon books from Burger King, for successfully reciting "2" and "12" times tables. Front from left are: Matt Reid, Allen Kill, Dan Rasey (1st place) and Stephanie Wakley. In back are:: Justin Lake, Dana LeValley (2nd place), Juli Julie Stairs (3rd place) and April Blakely. khM(MnGHhi & few I. taej ^hte^rtqmnd «i«itawkitatlli|8 I HVMlbfcM ...M H^teL-W ...Iff mW ■y«R...UM IjKJ Mdpff^...1!* I ..W MUttXNW -®l ®l iiffjiMiiffjiM-■■■■■■'W ■■■M JtoM"■■■" AwmIjMIW tM iimOwltaWi® iMff jotoiWM..*J IffW ... ..“ J *w .n . JI ]^ff*** 01 These young writers have entered short stories, essays and poetry In the Na* tional Young Writers Contest. The contest is for students in grades 1-8 and can contain no more than 500 words, with for entries being November 15. Among other Maple Valley entrants, pictured are fourth graders Jason Harmon, Julie Stair, John Stairs, Dana LeValley and Dan Rasey. 4-H shooting sports meets set for Saturday A 4-H Shooting Sports Meet is planned for Saturday, Nov. 2. Those interested in firearms should plan to meet from 10 a.m.-noon. Those in archery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. for practice shooting. These events are to be held in the 4-H Building on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. The meet is an excellent op­ portunity for members to participate and improve their skills and safety knowledge for a lifetime hobby and to receive help from experienced leaders. For more information on the 4-H Shooting Sports Program, contact the Ex­ tension Office at 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, MI 48813 or phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. Resource leaders for the monthly meets are Herb and Marquerite McCarrick. Wayne County Executive William Lucas, a prospective Republican candidate for governor, will speak in Hastings on Thursday. Lucas will speak at a luncheon, sponsored by the Barry County Republican Party, at the Hastings Moose Lodge, 128 N. Michigan Ave., from noon to 1 p.m. Lucas, who has held the Wayne County executive’s post since January of 1983, was elected as a Democrat but changed to the Republican Party on May 8 of this year. “The main reason (for the change) was that he felt that the Democratic Party was controlled by special in­ terests,” Thomas Frazier, a member of the Bill Lucas Election Committee, said. “He came to realize that a lot of the policies and principles that he im­ plemented in Wayne County are really Republican ideas.” Frazier pointed specifically to Lucas’ moves to reduce the county’s deficit and to operate under a balanced budget. Prior to his election as county executive, Lucas was Wayne County sheriff for 14 years. He was appointed as undersheriff in 1968 and was elected as sheriff the next year. He moved to Detroit while working for the FBI, after previous assignments in Washington, D.C. and Cincinati. 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Community MAEM Annual Holiday Bazaar. • am to 7 P" Building Hasting*. Not 2 4 H Bsroj ard Basic*, raising and housing dag*, rabbit*, boras*. diary, goats) Kellogg Biological Station, Augusto, ***••> to 4 p m Cost 83 par adult, 81 per youth, g| par laatoy Lauck to cpUausf for 8228 No* 5 - Fair Impraramsni meeting? pm al the Extension Offkar No* • 4 H Uraakack Drratapmental Committee, 8 pm. Not I ExtenMan OStae. Hasting* 4 H Uioeteck Developmental Committer. 8 pm.. EokMoSoa offwe, Haauup* too* * 4 H Barm ord Basics (raising and housing of beef, sheep, poultry, roilrr. swine) IteDogg Biological Station, Augusta,t toa m te4pm Coot 83 per adult 11 per youth, 85 per family Lunch is optional for 82 M toe* 11 Barry County Fair Board mooting 8 p.m at the Exlenitoi Office Not II 4 H Dairy Goal Committee Mealing. 7:20 p m, at the Community Building 4-H Awards Program, 7:20 p.m.. Community Bui kdmtHasting* 4-H Horae Movie*. < 30 p.m Community Building, Hasting*loBowod by Horae Leader* Meeting at 7:20 pm. f • 4-H Adult Horse Loader* Conference, Kettunen Center Tustin Nev. 14 Ease Into The Holiday* With Style", and "Fun With Holiday Greenery” Kellogg Biological Station Must here a paid reservation. Nev, isa* - Geuoftosrs Csufarano* on Agncsdtar*. IlyoM Regenry, Flint Nev 2s 4-H Advisory Council 7:20 p.m , Extention Office, Hasting* 21 Ambassadors Ctab 7:20 p m, Community Building, Hastings Nov. 22-24 • 4-H Career* Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Michigan Nev. 25 Grain Market Vpdste - l^akewood High School, 8 p.m. STOP SMOKING CLINIC THURSDAY, NOV. 7,1985 • 6 P.M. Maple Valley High School — FEE $30.00 — WEIGHT CONTROL CLINIC THURSDAY, NOV. 7,1985 • 8:30 P.M. Maple Valley High School — FEE $30.00 — To enroll call... Maple Valley Community Education 852-9275 COBB Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. 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Hasting* Gordon Barlow will be sen ing OS auc tioneer Bill rc rcooperraa1t1ive ooperraa1t1ive agricultural chairman ex tension *f*nt Hay, straw!and will be auct toned firewood on the Firewood for homo hooting when most people are thinking about cutting firewood for »inter heating Tom Stadt Senior Forester M the Michigan Stale University Kellogg Forest la Hickory Corners, to also thinking about it. however hi* thought* are only tn pooling because he bad ail bto wood cut *0M and stacked last summer Stadt to linking for apart time between now and next Miring io cut firewood for the I SOS 87 season Stadt ■ philosophy on firewood to perhaps a little different than some, rotates to thinning and buriang It all “boils” down simple rules: -Wood must be seasoned at least one summer before burning Dry wood increase heat efficiency and reduce* creosote proteem* -Firewood is only cut from crooked tree* of all sizes and small tree* (less than 12 taefto* diameter) that cannot be sold for sawlog* Wood that can be soM for sawlogs is worth more than firewood. --Any specie* will do. Hardwood is preferred At the Kellogg Forest, Stadt burn* whatever specie* we have thtonod that par tx-ular winter Sometime* we even burn pine We m Michigan are spoiled »ith the abun dance of dense hardwood* such OS oak hickory and tecwrt In the west, where the primary specie* is pine, the primary firewood is pine To demonstrate the dif lermce between pine and hardwood a* firewood. Stadt has erected a di*phy at Kellogg Forest that has two species of firewood The first clack is one taco cord of rad oak measuring (aw test by right feet by 18 inches The stack next to it u while pine messtrmg fair feet by 13 foot by M inchr* Both of these stack* of wood represent the same amount of heat It tote* * percent more white pine firewood to equal the same heat equivalence of rod oak If dried properly to 15 20 percent moisture, white pine will not produce any more creosote than red oak Creoaote is a function of the temperature of the flame, not the specie* of wood Also, pine can be bought for much lew* than <>ak which can make it cheap ter per BIT’ than moot hardwood* Two obvious point* in summary don t burn green wood, and all wood birn*' Eaton County young people invited to MSU Pigeon Show Eaton County young people are invited to enter their pigeon* in the 1985 Michigan State Pigeon Show Nov. 30 at Michigan State University. Judging begin* at 10 am “The event is open to 4-H member* and any school students who want to see how their pigeons compare with those of other participants,” says Sam Varghese, MSU Cooperative Extension Service poultry specialist and show coordinator. Almost any kind of pigeon can be entered. There will be four classes for every breed, including old cock, old hen, young cock and young hen. Trophies for first, second and third places in every class and best of breed will be awarded, It will cost students 50 cents per bird to enter, and entries will be accepted at the door. The show is being spon­ sored by the MSU Depart­ ment of Animal Science and the Mid-Michigan Pigeon Fanciers’ Association. Details of the flhow and registration requirements can be obtained by writing to Mike Rice, 14027 Center Road, Bath, MI 48808, or telephoning Varghese at (517 ) 355-8408. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Saturday, Nov. 2 - 4-H Shooting Sports Meet - Firearms 10 a m noon. Archery 1-3 p.m., 4-H Building Auditorium, Fairgrounds. Saturday. y. Nov.. 2 - 9:30 a.m. .. - noon and 1:30 p.. p.m.-4 p.. p.m. Regional Barnyard Basics Workshop on dogs, rabbits, horses, sheep and poultry, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners. Monday, Nov. 4-7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Charlotte Fairgrounds. Saturday, Nov. * - 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 pm -4 p.m. Regional Barnyard Basics Workshop on beef, dairy, goats, felines, cavies and swine, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners. Monday, Nov. 11-7 p.m. Eaton Co. 4-H Small Animal Association Annual Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Thur* Nov. 14- 7:30p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardell Hall. Fairgrounds. Nov. 15-17 - Annual conference of 4-H Adult Horse Leaders, Kettunen Center. Mon.. Not. 18 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Fairboard Meeting, Shopping Guide, Charlotte. Nov. 19 A 20 - Govemer’* Conference on The Future of Michigan Argriculture, pre registration required with MDA. astete DDllera* as llera* ItIo corar the cost rt renting the ground* The auction* help farmer* and city people as well who can *cil and-or obtain the items they need locally prevtotss auction* lasted on the average of 3S-45 firewood for sale can have minute* One problem last year, them auctioned on any or all of the date* on a con- said a council spokesman, signment basis Barlow wa* that many hay seller* emphai*** the* to important held off selling hay until for persons with con­ later in the season and signments to notify him in buyers had wanted it earlier. advance of the items they “1 think there ui'l“l be an have to auction so he can tell excellent hay crop from potential buyer* He can be Harry County field* thw year, so we're hoping for reached al t«16) 945-3200. Sellers who consign their consistant sale* "Straw sate* remained item* have the right to reject any bids so they don’t have to pretty constant att (last be afraid that they will have year's! auction*. Firewood to accopt any ridiculous sale* were strong until mid­ offers There will be a February and then seemed minimal fee charged to to drop-off " Mtowiag date* in addition to Nov 8: Nov 22. December • and 30 January 3.17. and 31. February 7 and 21. March 7 and St;and April 4 Interested persons who and have hay, A weekly ERNEST NASH State Representative FARM LAND TAX AMENKMENTR - House Resolution 288. which I co-sponaored. has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representative*, and if approved, it would require the State Tax Commission to study and report to the l/egtslature how agriculture I land value* are assessed in Michigan The resolution was introduced following a report issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture ranking Michigan third in the nation In per acre agricultural properly taxes. Michigan also has the highest per acre property tax in the entire Great Lakes region. NEW SPEEDWAY RULE PROPOSED - Anyone con­ victed of throwing an object at a race car during a sanc­ tioned auto race would be guilty of a misdemeanor under legislation recently introduced in the Michigan House. The maximum penalty would be one year in jail, a $1,000 fine, or both. WHITE PINE MINE REOPENS WITH STATE ASSISTANCE Ontonagon County’s White Pine Mine will finally reopen, creating 1,000 jobs in the Upper Peninsula. A $32 million package was recently completed by state of­ ficials and state legislators that includes $200,000 in funds from the Michigan Department of Commerce’s Smail Cities grant program, and several million dollars from private sources and employee investments. The new mining com­ pany, Northern Copper Company, will make the White Pine Mine the only worker-owned mine in the country. NEW PROGRAM PLACES PAY PHONES AT “PARKAND-RIDE COMMUTER LOTS House Concurrent Resolution 354 was approved In early October by the State Legislature and requests that Michigan phone companies work together with the Michigan Department of Tran­ sportation to provide pay phones at selected park-and-ride commuter lots across the state. Ten pay phones have already been installed in remote areas where existing cables and service lines make the phones feasible. However, the phones will not be installed in lots that are near service stations, convenience stores and other establishments where phone service is available to commuters. There are 191 pard-and-ride commuter lots in Michigan. MEDICAL LIABILITY “CRISIS” DRAWS 12,000 DEMONSTRATORS TO STATE CAPITOL - The Michigan House of Representative* will receive a report next week from a special “super committee" created to investigate Michigan’s medical liability insurance problems. Nearly 12.000 doctors, nurses, and other hospital personnel mar­ ched on the Capitol on October 22 in support of reform, while victims of medical malpractice held a counter­ demonstration. The Legislature will be working with of­ ficials from the insurance industry, the legal community and health care professionals to work out a solution to rising insurance costs. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 13 Dawn Bassett and John Davis united in marriage I? A«« A*'«« Dawn Loree Bassett and John Joseph Davis were united in marriage on June 15 at the Charlton Park Church. Rev. Robert Davis performed the ceremony. Dawn is the daughter of Richard and Ellen Bassett of Nashville. John is the son of William R. Davis of Freeport, and Virginia Randall of Texas. While the guests were being seated, the bride’s and groom’s favorite songs were played by pianist Obie Vandertol of Grand Rapids. The bride, escorted by her !2?iss ! iss Nashville Friends of the Library to hold open house at Putnam <S *SS Mrs. John Davis Serving Our Country SSS' SS*^** ^Wiflrh iflrh «8teteilbte!tj» jjjid iwhjijiiiBtairt iinfttraijiiiWki SE E BESS B Hill jgreiraSytK^Wl ftfltolhlitteliWiK ?J0Sl(ltaKtW^ ssICS^ldi ^S^s1 ldi lPdX»si .ICSS1 PX»si Barry L. Wilke Barry L. Wilke, son of Richard L. Wilke of 15925 Q Drive N., Bellevue, and Gloria L. Turner of E. 11920 Mansfield, Spokane, Wash., has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of staff sergeant. Wilke is an aircraft maintenance specialist at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., with the 92nd Bombardment Wing. His wife, Cynthia, is the daughter of Lorraine Halbig of N. 9321 Mountain View, Spokane. Store lawn and garden chemicals, including pesticides, to prevent ac­ cidental poisoning of humans or animals and to maintain the materials’ effectiveness. Allen Krizek, Eaton County Extension Director, points out that pesticides weed killers, insect sprays, fungicides, etc. - are poisons. Store them in a locked cabinet so that children, pets, wildlife and irresponsible adults cannot get into them. To preserve the effectiveness of these and other lawn and garden chemicals, store them in a cool, dry area where they will not be exposed to freezing temperatures or excessive heat — tem­ peratures above 90 degrees F. Freezing can ruin liquid formulations; dampness usually renders dry materials ineffective. High temperatures may cause undesirable changes in any chemical. 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Groomsmen were Mike Vosler, friend of the groom, David Bassett, brother of the bride, and Jeff Mead, friend of the bride and groom. All wore silver tuxedos with boutonnieres matching the bridemaids flowers. The groomsmen also acted as ushers. The flowers and decorations were arranged by the bride, the bridesmaids, and the bride’s mother. Darwin and Shari Bassett, brother and sister-in-law of the bride, were host and hostess and also did the photography. A buffet reception was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Hastings. The guestbook was at­ tended by Elaine Sheehan, friend of the bride. Serving at the reception were members of the whole family. After a trip to North Carolina, the couple is now residing in Pennsylvania. Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN y • n-a X More natural looking nails, a ,on9er lo$,in®and stron9er nail. You can also lengthen them. 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First rinse all cans and bottles and place the rinse water in the spray being applied. Puncture the bottoms of cans and tear the bottoms off paper packages so they can’t be reused. Do not puncture aerosol pesticide containers - this is highly dangerous. Deposit them in a licensed landfill. Do not burn empty pesticide containers. Aerosol containers may explode. And heating the pesticide residues clinging to con­ tainers may make them even more toxic and posea hazard to humans or the en­ vironment. From business cards and forms to mag­ azines and newspapers, the printing that you need can be completed from start to finish at J-Ad Graphics. We have a full-line composition department with the latest technology in typesetting equipment, backed by a printing department that hand­ les all sizes of printing work. Call today for a profes­ sional consultation on your printing work. k FrOGRAM — PHONE — 945-9554 Graphics 1952 North Broadway Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 29, 1985 — Page 14 New law gives more rights to victims of crime in state From Rep. Ernest Nash victims to be notified when a defendant will be eligible for parole or release from prison. Victims will now have the right to make a statement to the parole board if they choose. The new act is an out­ standing example of how we can address the problems facing our state. The Vic­ tim’s Rights Act makes the public a full partner to the criminal justice system, and that is good news for our society. New Law Gives Crime Victims More Rights A new Michigan law which went into effect this month will allow victims of serious crimes to become more actively involved in the criminal justice system. The Crime Victim’s Rights Act, which I strongly sup­ ported is a landmark piece of legislation. Michigan is one of the first states to pass such a law and it will likely be used as a model New Law Requires “Under nationally. (My colleague, 21” Label To Appear On State Representative Bill Licenses, Drunk Driving Van Regenmorter, R- Task Force Issues Final Jenison, sponsored the Report Driver’s licenses and measure and spent many months* working on its personal identification cards issued to individuals under passage.) The law is very com­ 21-years-old began carrying prehensive but the most the words “Under 21” on important thing is that it Oct. 1. A new state law requires covers the rights of victims from the time of the crime the Department of State to all the way through the add “Under 21” above the photograph on all new entire judicial process. Under the act, law en­ licenses and identification forcement agencies are cards. The change is part of an required to give victims of a felony crime a list of their overall state effort to rights as well as information identify and prevent in­ of the help available to them dividuals under 21 from within 24 hours after a crime purchasing alcoholic beverages and prevent in­ has been committed. Within seven days of an dividuals under 21 from alcohoic arraignment, victims must purchasing be provided notice of the beverages and drinking and criminal process and given driving. While the law won’t solve information about their possible eligibility for the entire problem, it is compensation from a state another important step in drunk victim’s fund. The new law combatting the states that bond may be driving problem. The day before the new denied or revoked if the victim or family is law became effective the threatened by the defendant. state’s Drunk Driving Task During the sentencing Force issued its final report 39 recom­ process, victims will be outlining allowed to express their mendations, including a opinions and discuss their controversial call for tem­ physical or emotional in­ porary sobriety checklanes. The group’s suggestions juries. Victims may also be entitled to free tran­ include: -Legislation earmarking sportation to and from court proceedings and may also be fines collected from drinking entitled to a witness fee and and driving offenses toward compensation for days lost enforcement efforts. from work. -Special community and Another provision allows school programs on the effects of drunken driving. -Strict enforcement of the state’s seatbelt bill. --Legislation for cen­ tralized reporting of all drunken driving cases from the time of arrest to final disposition of the case. Although the task force has now disbanded, we still need to address and drunken driving problem. In the months ahead, the Legislature should consider additional proposals on this important issue. State Tax Amnesty Bill Is Approved By Senate Com­ mittee Michigan residents could pay off their overdue ac­ counts without criminal penalty under the state’s first-ever tax amnesty program, which was recently approved by the Senate Finance Committee. The bills (HB 4706 and 4707, sponsored by Representative William Bryant, R-Grosse Pointe Farms) passed the House in June. The legislation provides for dramatically, increases enforcement and penalties for all tax law violations, and a 30 to 60 day period for people and businesses to pay all tax and interest due without being subject to civil or criminal penalty. Taxpayers under criminal investigation or civil or criminal prosecution would not be eligible for the program. The legislation would not apply to taxes which became due in the last six months. A tax amnesty program is fair now because we’ve come through a terrible recession and this period of economic recovery would be a good time to clear up old tax obligations. Some people have not come forth for fear of penalty or prosecution. Amnesty would allow them to come forth. The program is fair to people who have paid their taxes beause it would Get the News! Banner . $1ftoo AW per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY... Send my subscription to: NAME ADDRESS CITY________________ STATE Enclosed is my payment for: $10 Barry County D $13.50 Other Areas $8.50 Students (9 months) $12 Surrounding Counties (Allegan. Calhoun. Eaton. Ionia. Kalamazoo Kent) Or Call 948-8051 For More Information! P,O, Box B, Hastings, Ml. 49058 provide state revenue and it would help find scofflaws without the heavy costs of greater enforcement. Officials estimate that the program could yield more than $100 million, but even conservative estimates range around $50 million. Amnesty programs in Illinois and California each collected nearly $150 million and one in Massachusetts collected more than $80 million. The amnesty period would be open within the first three months of 1986. At the end of the amnesty period, en­ forcement would be dramatically increased through sophisticated computer systems and an increased audit a,nd in­ vestigation staff. If the legislation is ap­ proved by the Senate and signed by the governor, Michigan would be the 13th state to establish a tax amnesty program. -parents should teach State Offers Pamphlet On their children never to give Keeping Children Safe Preventing child ab­ directions to strangers; -children should never go duction is the goal of a new statewide campaign in­ into a public restroom alone; -give children permission tended to reach more than one million elementary to say “no” to an adult. Be school children and their certain they realize that not every adult has authority families. The program, known as over a child. The announcement of the “Protect Our Children,” is a joint venture planned during program had been planned the last nine months by the for months and was not a Michigan Department of response to the tragic ab­ Education and the Office of duction-slaying of 13-yearold Shawn Moore. But the the Attorney General. One highlight of the wide publicity of the program is the publication of Brighton teen’s murder has a new pamphlet listing focused attention on child safety tips for children. The safety throughout Michigan. I hope every family has a pamphlet, designed to help prevent the abduction of chance to read this pamphlet school children, will be once it is distributed. issued to Michigan’s 530 Through educational school districts. Local programs such a this we can education officials will work to prevent tragedies distribute them to schools, from occurring in the future. parents and children. The brochure contains many tips, such as: HASTINGS BANNER - Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 - Only The Country Chapel at M-37 and Dowling Road will be presenting its "Ginger­ bread Christmas Bazaar" this Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items in the bazaar will include individual handmade projects, as well as items made by the church women in workshops, plus readymade items. Baked goods will also be for sale and lunch will be served both days. Here, bazaar co-chairman Mildred Rhodes and Joan Paige display some of the items that will be available. Read county news every week in the SUBSCRIBE TODAY Hastings Dowling Country Chapel holding Christmas Bazaar this weekend _ Available in Nashville at arl's Market Cappon’s Quick Mart ace Pharmacy Credit Life Insurance will cost less Credit life insurance will cost consumers less under new standards ordered by the former state insurance commissioner shortly before she resigned.. Before departing, Com­ missioner Nancy Baerwaldt ordered a 41 percent cut in the cost of credit life in­ surance, which is commonly bought by consumers to repay car loans and other debts in the event of their death. Baerwaldt ruled that companies must increase their “loss ratio” for credit insurance from about 30 percent to 60 percent. The ratio compares benefits paid out to the amount of premiums charged. For example, if a company has a loss ratio of 60 percent, it pays out 60 cents in clais for every dollar charged in premiums. The former commissioner felt that credit insurance in Michigan costs consumers nearly twice as much as it should. Consumers had been paying 93 cents per month for every $1,000 financed for credit life insurance. 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Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Hastings,Michigan 4905s °ERMITNO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 17 — Tuesday, November 5. 1985 Chemical poisoning described during local talk Sandra Halbert, author of the book "Bitter Harvest" spoke about the 1972 PBB poisoning on their farm to women attending World Community Day at Nashville United Methodist Church last Friday. by Shelly Sulser A woman who along with her family survived the effects of an accidental chemical poisoning on their Barry County farm in 1972, told Nashville Methodist women Friday that “we were meant to stay in business.” Sandra Halbert, co-author of the book, “Bitter Har­ vest,” which was made into a TV movie, was the guest speaker at the Nashville United Methodist Women’s World Community Day last Friday. Halbert’s husband Fredric is credited with uncovering the state’s PBB disaster in the early 1970s after he found that their herd of cattle had been contaminanted with PBB, a chemical fire retardant which had been mixed with the grain. More than 600-farm families were affected by the PBB disaster and about 15 farms went out of business as a result. The Halbert’’ss con­ taminated cattle were among the first of many to be buried at the state forest in Kalkaska. “There were times when we got zero paycheck but we couldn’t just tell the em­ ployees that had been with us for 20 years that ‘well, we’re gonna have to let you go’,” Halbert said. “So we decided to fall back onto our savings and keep paying the hired help.” Shortly after the Halberts made that decision, their loan to purchase new cattle was approved by the banks, helping them to realize “we were meant to stay in business.” Recounting the story, Halbert said that two years after the couple’s third child was born, it was discovered that something was wrong with the milk the Halbert farm produced. “The state called and said ‘you have something in your milk. We want you to pull your (milk sales) permit and send the milk truck on down the road’,” Halbert ex­ plained. “So we essentially pulled our own permit and we had to let all that milk go Paving of Nashville Highway expected to start this spring by Shelly Sulser The Eaton County Road Commission is looking to go ahead with plans to resurface Nashville Highway, starting in the Spring of 1986. The road commission originally planned to have the project underway this year, but because of certain setbacks, the project was delayed. Road Eaton County Commission Engineering Manager Ed Wiles said Wednesday that federal funding for the resurfacing of the road was denied because the bridge over Shanty brook was too narrow. Wiles said critical bridge replacement funds had to be approved to facilitate widening the bridge, before aid would be granted for the resurfacing project. According to Wiles, the federal government did agree to pay 90 percent of the bridge project, while Eaton County will pay 10 percent of the cost to widen the bridge, which is one foot narrower than the pavement on each side, he said. Although no official estimate has been made, Wiles guessed it will cost somewhere near $100,000 to $150,000 to widen the Shanty brook bridge on Nashville Highway. He also noted that since the critical bridge funds have been approved, there is a greater possibility of receiving the federal aid for the rest of the road worked planned. Wiles said another “obastacle” that slowed the road work was negotiations between Eaton County and the Penn Central Railroad Because this bridge on Nashville Highway over Shanty Brook is one foot nar­ rower than the pavement, the Eaton County Road Commission had to seek critical bridge funding to widen the bridge, in order to continue with plans to resurface the road. which owns the portion of property where the Reed Street curve is located, for the right of way to the curve. Eaton County has proposed to include the straightening of the curve in the project, but the portion of the curve from Curtis Road West to the Nashville village limits is in Barry County. “We can’t spend Eaton County money for that portion of the curve,” Wiles said. Although at this time no firm’figures were available, Wiles said the village of Nashville could be requested sometime this winter to pay 25 percent of the curve reconstruction, with Eaton County paying 75 percent of the total cost. “We’ve decided to do more than we (first) planned,” Wiles said. “We’ve expanded the project a little.” He noted that Eaton County had originally intended to only resurface the road “but we’ve decided that if we find any culverts that are in poor condition, we will replace those. We also plan to clean the ditches and we’re hoping to pave xthe shoulders to make them safer around the (Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High) school. “We think it will take most of the year (1986) to get it (the project) done,” said Wiles, adding, “It should be pretty nice when it’s done.” down the drain. I was just terrified. I had no idea what was going to happen.” Later, her husband con­ cluded that ‘we’ve got a chemical problem, it’s not a disease and it’s not just our farm.’ At that time, Sandra said she began to wonder why they left the secure setting of her husband’s previous employment at Dow Chemical to go into farming. After the youngest child entered school, she began to contract ear infections, which Halbert said was not proven to be an effect of the the chemical. Another child developed pneumonia and Sandra herself was found to have a genetic disorder known as “panic disorder”. She said none of these were proven to have been after effects of eating PBB con­ taminated food and inhaling the PBB chemical. Halbert told how over 250 head of cattle had to be euthenized, along with two or three pet calves. “They all had to go,” Halbert recalled. Continuing, she explained that two grazing fields had to be abandoned and told how the floors in the barns had to be replaced. During this time of tur­ moil, Halbert had kept a journal of the tragedy. Later, a man from Audobon had the opportunity to read Sandra Halbert’s journal, and asked permission to publish it. The book “Bitter Harvest” was the result of the published journal and was later made into the TV movie. “The movie people spent three days interviewing us,” she recalled. “And the script writers had a limit of 105 pages. So they had to boil all this down to 105 pages. And because of the economy,they had to cut characters. They wrote out my father-in­ law and they wrote out two of our kids. So in the movie we had only one kid, which was a boy and we have girls. “But the movie tried to put everybody’s experience into one,” Halbert explained. She also remembers ' having lunch with Actor­ Director Ron Howard on three occasions. Looking back, Halbert says she now realizes that “Somebody, with a capital “S” wanted this book to get published, and somebody, with a capital “S” wanted that movie to be made so people would learn a lesson from all of this. The Halberts, who still farm in southern Barry County, must still undergo physical examinations once a month to monitor their health as a result of the PBB exposure, Memory of William Schantz brings several contributions Numerous contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came recently in memory of William Schantz. Donations came from Mr. and Mrs. Jim Rice, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Endsley, Mr. and Mrs. Kenton Affolder, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Garity, Mr. andMrs. Joe Vlieck, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Case, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Hanchett, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Sixrry, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sixberry, Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Love, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Gardner, Mr. and Mrs. Burton Ebersole, Mr. and Mrs. Duane Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Willard Lind, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Weeks, Leah Phillips, Bertha Starring, Bill Pfaff, Ron Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Austin Schantz, Jan Jarrard, Mr. and Mrs. Orville Hammond, Victor Eckardt, Betty Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Terry Shafer, Erma Flory, Opal Bishop, Rae Hoare, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Boze, Mr. and Mrs, Kennth Langford, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Landon, Cleo Johncock, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Beach, Mr. and Mrs. William Gordon and Mabel Ingall. Donations to the fund will help add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility on North Main Street in Nashville. Contributions may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested names will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. African slide show to be topic for 50 plus group Maple Valley area residents over 50 will meet for their monthly meeting at the "high school on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 12:45 p.m. Lunch costs $1.40. The program will follow lunch and will be presented by Mr. Clifton Mason. He will show slides of Africa while the Masons were on a Safari. To make a reservation, call 852-9275 by noon, on Monday, Nov. 18. If you have a birthday during the month of November, indicate this when you make your reservation. �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Jeeedoy. November 5, 1985 — Page 2 Exchange student discovers Maple Valley's school spirit said, adding that soccer is her brother, FriJjn d sister, the most popdar sport in her Ulrike Alexa's m other is At the first football game also active in loft] governnative land. she attended at Maple Maple VaHe^High School ment Valley. German exchange senior Amy Laverty, a This being Mt first ex­ student Alexa Menneken was member of the host family, perience in the United surprised at the pride the noted that at the first game, States, Alexa can cite students have for their “Alexa just sat and looked numerous differences bet­ school. around. But now she cheers ween this country and “Everybody was yelling along with the rest of us.” Germany, ranging from the ‘yeah Maple Valley!', ” she “I like football,” Alexa food we eat to the way noted. “Everybody was now says, “that’s so much Americans drive. proud of their team, “We don’t spend as much everybody was proud of their fun.” In Germany, Alexa lives time in cars as Americans school.*' with her family in a century do,” observed the Ver­ Alexa, 17, who is staying at visitor. old home located in a suburb montville the home of Russell and of Paderborn called Schloss “Americans live in cars.” Bonnie Laverty on Ionia Rd; She noted that here, people Vermontville, comes from Neuhause. with a population the Wert German town of of about 20,000. The house drive much slower than they was built by Alexa’s early do in Germany, because Paderborn, which has a relatives in the late 1800’s, there is no speed limit there population of about 150,000 and it has stayed in the on the freeways. Recalling that first Maple family through the years. “I don’t understand,” she Valley football game, Alexa A trade that originated in said, “In Vermontville, there said she wasn’t quite sire 1803 by Alexa's relatives still is nobody in the street and what she was supposed to be thrives in the stable of the you drive 25 but in Germany, watching. Menneken home in Ger­ there are people everywhere “1 didn't understand many, where her father, and bicycles and we go 50 to anything. They had Joseph carries on the family 60 miles per hour.” cheerleaders and the game business as a butcher. Her Alexa has also found that going on and everybody mother, Elisabeth, also school here differs much running everywhere,” she helps with the business, as do from what she is used to in Germany. > “In Germany, there are more discussions (in the classrooms) and here, there are more tests,” Alexa J ’ I wou would like e to o take a e a momen moment to o thank an a all the e Band an Boostoos - T stated. < • ers officers, band parents and friends of bond who so groc- ♦ Also, Alexa said there are j ’ iously gave of their time in working in the concession X no school sports and typing < ’ stand during all the home Maple Valley JV and varsity ♦ and accounting classes are < I football games. We are indeed grateful and a very special 2 not offered. Her favorite ‘ * thank you to Judy and Jerry Terpening and Emory Bennett T class at Maple Valley is American literature. < > who gave mony extra hours of their time. ♦ < • Thank You... NANCY BROWN | She added that after her graduation from Maple Valley in the spring and her by Shelly Heiser I CARDOFTHANKS How do you build your IRA on experience rather than gimmicks? No problem. It seems everyone’s interested in getting your Individual Retirement Account...with handsome offers from interest bonuses to free toasters. Auto-Owners has been planning retirement incomes long before there was an IRA. And they can also provide the accurate, timely records you’ll need for the Internal Revenue Service. Just ask your “rfo problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can build your IRA on experience rather than gimmicks. ThtNo Profr&mfbopfc • Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Teresa Jones German exchange student Alexa Menneken, far right, is a guest at the home of the Vermontville family of (from left) Amy, Duff, Dan, Bonnie and Russell Laverty of Ionia Road. June return to Germany, she will have two more years of school to follow. After she finally completes her studies, Alexa said she is interested in becoming either a psychiatrist, a a detective, business manager or politician, although she would prefer to join the army, but that possibility isn’t available to her, she said. With the holiday season soon upon us, Alexa was asked how Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas are celebrated in her country. She responded that they do have a day similiar to our Halloween, that is celebrated with parades and costumes in February. The day is referred to as “Car- nival” or “Faushing” and children can go door to door and beg for candy. And, “We have Thanksgiving but we don’t celebrate so much, - (as Americans do),” and at Christmas, “we have Christmas frees and nativity scenes in the churches. And we celebrate it on Christinas Eve.” Alexa is the first exchange student the Laverty family has hosted, and they enjoy her company. “We used to live in Ger­ many,” said Mrs. Laverty. Their two sons, “Duff” and Dan, were both born in Heidelberg, West Germany, while their dad served in the military. Daughter Amy, the oldest, was born in Lansing. AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship 11 P.M. Worship . 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville 8593 Cloverdale Road (’/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles a.m. A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m..Sunday School .. 10 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday School ..11 a.m. .Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School unay coo ... 10 a.m. a.m. Sunday: Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. p.m. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m.Wednesday: Bible Study ........ 7 p.m. AWANA...:.. 7:00 p.m. P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 7 Sunday: A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m.* Wednesday Evening a.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville A.M. Service ...11 a.m. a.m.Sat. Mass 6:30 p.m. WP.eMd. SSeerrvvicicee 7 pp.mm. a.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. p.m.Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m*• Worship............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS PASTOR MARVIN POTTER REV. THOMAS VOYLES Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe Maple Valley Riders elect officers at Oct 26 meeting The Maple Valley Riders 4­ H Club met Oct. 26th at Chris Brumm’s for a hot dog roast, hayride and awards night. We elected new oficers President Monique Colezzi, Vice President Nikki Colizzi, Secretary Chris Gardner, and Reporters Lacey Brumm and Angel Colizzi. There are three new members, Shawn Carpenter, Lanette Brumm, and Jimmy Skelton. The club has a new leader this year, John Ber Lind, a* would like to thank Bill, Kay Flower for being leaders for the past two years. The next meeting will be Nov. 10th at 7 p.m. at Doug Gardners. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM Thursday Night: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Bible Study ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Fellowship Time After PASTOR Worship. VERMONTVILLE REV. WM. S. TRUMP, JR. UNITED CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday. School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting. .7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Church Service.. 11 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 5. 1985 — Page 3 Seven Weeks Before Christmas CALL OUR | 24-HOUR | NUMBER FOR RATES ON ALL OUR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS 543-2410 Tis seven weeks before Christmas And at each member's house, Christmas checks are arriving For husband or spouse. The children are happy And good girls and boys, Have visions ofgoodies And new Christmas toys. The meaning ofthis Christmas verse Is really quite clear: Fora “Christmas Club Christmas" Join NOWfor next year. Year after year, seven weeks before each Christmas, Eaton Federal Christmas Club Checks, totaling thousands of dollars, are mailed directly to each member of our Club Membership. 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Eaton Federal EQUAL HOUSING LENDER and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE TOO: HOME OFFICE * CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - FHOHE 543-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852-1830 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 883-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 740-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Frl., 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Volley Newt. Nothville. Tuetday. November 5, 1985 — Page 4 Travel jottings of long ago route between the two cities fruit for flavor. Even the as the Great Northern. It growers here are willing to runs up the Columbia River admit that they can’t equal Valley to the Cascade range, the flavor of the Michigan or through some very fine New York apples, because farming country, much they have much thicker given over to fruit-raising, rinds and are riot so juicy, but they get the size, rich hay and wheat. Around Northern Yakima color and the perfect fruit, the country is almost en­ free from worms and scab, tirely in orchards and they that our farmers rarely do raise beautiful apples, as because they do not give does nearly all of this their orchards the proper western country where they care. The orchards here receive have irrigation, and the fruit-raisers are making all constant attention. Every tree is thoroughly sprayed at kinds of money. The apples are lacked, just the right times through sorted, wrapped, and packed the season^ every tree is in boxes holding a third of a pruned and trimmed by men barrel, or a trifle less than a and who know their business, bushel to a box, and the the ground is as carefully grower usually receives prepared as a fine piece of $1.25 per box, delivered at corn ground is at home, and the warehouse or railroad for all this work the farmer Dear Readers: Here we are, at our last station, although the price is reaps his golden harvest stopping point before frequently better than that. when he sells his fruit in the starting for home, and still We were told of one North fall. And the demand more having a good a time as ever. Yakima grower who sold his than keeps up with the Really between two fires in a entire crop last year for $2 supply. Apples are piled in the way, because while more per box straight, at the or­ than anxious to get home and chard, and the entire crop windows of every fruit and see the whole bunch of you was shipped to South grocery store all through this country - big, beautiful red and to get back into harness, America. The apples raised in this apples, mostly Winesaps, weareenjoying every day so thoroughly that it is hard to western country are better delicious Spitzenbergs and even think of leaving it all shippers than Michigan or Newton Pippins, and the New York apples, because retail price ranges higher and pulling out for home. Leaving Spokane, we they have much thicker than that for oranges. One returned to Seattle over the rinds and are not so juicy, can’t buy any kind of an Northern Pacific, which is but they are not to be apple, anywhere out here, at not nearly so picturesque a compared to our Michigan less than two for a nickle, while the largest and hand­ somest ones sell for five cents straight. Michigan people would be inclined to balk at paying such prices at retail for eating apples, but they could afford to do it if our farmers were raising thousands of bushels and getting $1.50 to $1 per bushel for them. We arrived at Seattle late at night and in the morning at nine o’clock took the steamer Princess Charlotte, bound for Victoria and Vancouver. This is a won­ derfully beautiful trip, up among the many rocky islands of the Sound. We passed two forts with their massive guns gleaming in the sunlight, passed Fort Townsend and came out into a vast of water with the shores on each side just visible in the distance. We took advantage of this absence of scenery to grab of our lunch which Mrs. F. had some little difficulty in swallowing on account of the motion of the boat, the sea being “a bit choppy” as the natives out here put it She was game however, and managed to keep it down with the surreptitious aid of her fingers, and we got into Victoria at aboutone o’clock. it is a very beautiful city, located at the south end of Vancouver island, and is the At Blaine, Washington, where the Feighners visited capital* city of ’British his brother-in-law and sister. Dr. and Mrs. C. L. Columbia. The parliment McKinnis, the Nashville News editor noted the imporbuildings are right by the tance of the salmon-fishing industry. At Blaine in boat landing and are hand­ 1913 the Alaska Packers' Association put up the some, substantial buildings, largest catch of any company on the Pacific Coast. covered about the space of This unrelated 1914 post card from Washington shows two city blocks, and are now a 750 lb. sturgeon caught in the Columbia River. being enlarged. The grounds (The following is the sixth installment of a series of “letters home” written by the late Len W. Feighner. editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1888­ 1928, during a 1914 cross­ country train trip. Ac­ companied by his wife, Stella, Feighner toured the South, Southwest and the West Coast before heading to the Northwest and home via Canada. At Los Angeles the Feighners were Joined by their daughter, Vada. In this episode the News editor compares Washington apple­ growers with those of Michigan, and shares ob­ servations on the beauties of Puget Sound, Victoria and Vancouver.) Sightseeing, circa-1900, is depicted in this unidentified photo from the Len Feighner collection. It no doubt pre-dates the Feighners 1914 visit to Canada, where, wrote Len: "In driving across the border, as soon as one crosses the line he must take to the left side of the road instead of the right. It is dog-goned awkward" for a fellow from the States and "keeps him watching every time he crosses the street to keep from getting run over," he concluded. are spacious and beautiful hotel here, called “The Empress,” which also stands in beautiful grounds. The grass was as green and bright here as it is in Michigan in May. They rarely have snow here, in spite of its northern latitued, and the wintes are very mild. The scenery about Victoria is splendid, and the city is apparently thriving and prosperous. We had op­ portunity to see quite a bit of the city, the boat remaining here until 2:30. The trip from Victoria to Vancouver is one of the finest boat trips in the world, and reminds one strongly of the trip from St. Ignace to the Soo, through “The Narrows.” The whistle is kept blowing at intervals, for the passage is so narrow, between the towering cliffs of the island, that two large boats would dear spring day, and after leaving Victoria we could see the Selkirk mountains in front of us, the Olympic range to the west, and between the island to the south we had oc­ casionally a magnificent view of Mt. Baker, a hundred .miles to the southeast. We arrived at Vancouver, the ..metropolis of( . British Columbia, at seven o’dock .and found excellent quarters at the St. Regis, where we stayed until the next af­ ternoon. Vancouver is another Western town which is a few years ahead of its story. A boom town up to two years ago, hotels could not be built rapidly enough to accommodate the people who were rushing in from all directions. Now very few of the hotels are making money, and many of them are in the hands of receivers, while the town at large is getting aling the best it can while itawaits the time when the commerce and industries of the adjacent territory catch up with it. It will be a good town in time, but I wouldn’t advise buying property here just now. The next afternoon we came on to Blaine, where we are visiting Dr. and Mrs. C.L. McKinnis, formerly of Nashville. Dr. McKinnis will be remembered by Nashville people as a dentist who when in our town occupied the rooms now occupied by the Citizens’ telephone ex­ change, while Mrs. McKinnis, a sister of the writer, was a clerk in the Nashville post office. They moved to Blaine several years ago from Friday Harbor, which is on San Juan Island, and they are highly pleased with their change in Stella Feighner "had some little difficulty" in swallowing her lunch on a 1914 steamer trip from Seattle to Vancouver Island, due to the sea being "a bit choppy," wrote her husband, "but managed to keep it down with the surreptitious aid of her fingers. fingers." Mrs. Feighner, seen at left in this circa-1900 photo, was the daughter of early Nashville grocer Lyman J. Wilson. location and the splendid business which the Doctor is doing. Dt. and Mrs. C. McKinnis are also located here, having moved to Blaine from seauim,, Washington, something over a year ago. “Dr. Eber,” although a new comer here, has built up a fine practice and is having splendid success. Both of the boys are sons of Mr. and Mrs. L.McKinnis, living southeast of Nashville, and Mrs. C.E. McKinnis will be remembered by Nashville people as Miss Fern Mix. Blaine is a typical western coast town, has a population of about 2,500, and its principal industries are salmon fishing and packing and lumbering. It has four salmon canning factories and one cannery which make specialty of crabs and clams, although they also can considerable salmon. The Alaska Packers’ association here put up last season the largest catch of any com­ pany on the Pacific coast. There is one big saw-mill, one of the largest of the largest on the coast, a mammoth box factory, and six or eight large shingle mills, running from two to eight shingle blocks, while work has just been started on a new ten-block mill. The town is cetainly thriving and prosperous, and looks to have a promising future. It is located in the extreme northwest comer of the state, and is within half a mile of the Candian boun­ dary line. It is an important customs post and Uncle Sam maintains a force of eight or ten officials here constantly. The inspectors are on every train coming in from the north and every it of baggage is inspected by them before the train comes across the line. In driving across the border, as soon as one crosses the line he must take to the left side of the road instead of the right. All vehicles in Victoria and Vancouver travel the left side, and even the street cars run on the left hand track. It is dog-goned awkward for a fellow from “The States,” and keeps him watching every time he crosses the street to keep from getting run over. The policemen are all tall, pink-faced young fellows, and they wear big helmets with a strap which drops down across their face just below the mouth. It is a non-sensical arrangement and to my notion detracts materially from their ap­ pearance. They are a very courteous lot of fellows, however, who will do everything in their power to direct a stranger. Been a bit under the weather lately, but still in the ring. Hope to be able next week to make a litti^visit down to Anacortes and Friday Harbor. Want to come home, too; as soon as the darned doctor thinks I am able to stand the trip. I think I’m a better man than he is now, but he won’t believe it. Anyway; my regards to you all, and I’ll see you soon. FIKE (To be concluded next week) �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page 5 Red Cross Bloodmobile is coming to MVHS on Friday The American Red Cross bloodmobile will be in Nash­ ville (city) on Nov. 8 at Maple Valley High School, 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Blood collected at the drive will be used for a variety of pur­ poses, including the production of interferon, an innovative and experimental cancer treatment drug. In 1979 the American Red Cross Great Lakes Regional Blood Services, which serves Barry County, combine efforts with the Michigan Dept, of Public Health and Michigan State University to form a group called In­ terferons for Michigan. Its purpose is to support the production of human leukocyte interferon and to use it for research in the treatment of cancer. Interferon is routinely and automatically produced in the human body by white blood cells after they have been exposed to a virus, a bacteria, or to foreign cells. The white cell’s reaction is part of the body’s natural defense system. Interferon can also be artificially produced in a laboratory by infecting collected white blood cells with a virus. After being purified and bottled, the interferon can be ad- ministered in greater quantities than- the human body can normally produce. It is this process of laboratory production and research that Interferons for Michigan has undertaken. Currently the drug is being tested on cancer of the lymph system such as lymphoma, hodgkins, and multiple myeloma; renal carcinoma or cancer of the kidney; hairy cell leukemia; and cancer of the breast. While human leukocyte interferon has not always been effective against cancer when used by itself, it has proven to be very suc- From our readers High school art students decorate To the Editor: I was very surprised by your recent article, “M.V. School Board Concerned About Letter”. I do not know what Mr. Sugierski, Jr. objected to as “negative input” but I do known what I have seen and heard in Pam Hunt’s class. As the mother of a kin­ dergartener, I volunteered to help out in my daughters afternon class once a week (Fridays). Still time to register for 'Stop Smoking-Weight Control' * "W sow Me r« oon i M standi j®1® W, dnlolheiiili •revMbiN, swr ehinfcsdrfj TJ sort? Nettie jrt zilaitnis ! ME', tafnkkiii tldri Tteuqatorsnr tn afflgtib Has wti ui «!’ nlq ingpgt i? fateMl ■ m lit it mrB Ii tiiiifB border, is*1 arBSSitiW j srj£ IfcHiW Idih istai dW [ t tt reiitits isiB B.. 'uT.l tit* *>jj Maple Valley Community Education will present two seminars with hypnotist and behavior counselor Jeff Hobson on Thursday, Nov. 7. Included will be a stop smoking seminar beginning at 6 p.m. and a weight control session starting at 8:30 p.m. The fee for either seminar is $30. Both will take place at Maple Valley High School located at 11090 Nash­ ville Hwy. Call the Com­ munity Education office at 852-9275 to register. For smokers, a recent survey revealed that four out of five who attended the same stop smoking seminar were successful in their attempt to “kick the habit”. Similar success has been enjoyed by weight-loss seekers attending the weight control seminars. Part of the program’s success can be attributed to follow-up cassette tapes provided to each seminar participant at no additional cost. The tapes reinforce suggestions included in four hypnotic inductions per­ formed during each seminar. The tapes include conscious as well as sub­ conscious programming. Self-Psych hypnosis seminars have been spon­ sored with great success by American Lung Association affiliates in 74 cities in 11 states and by more than 100 community education programs. Half way through the seminars, anyone at­ tending who is not com­ pletely satisfied with the program will receive a full refund. To register, call 852-9275. 0iite Ubnk nfc ’ aiEtp diesso ea iifEfFt ’ eiffF* 1^00 Mt»W »W* g Spruce up for Christmas ? nNdF **** idF? nd NF NF** | UPHOLSTERY HUT Id I* liso W*£ £ sty; st ty; ** **JS! Jjjl jl #'-■' ■' ii * ’< •*$! $! i . i^1’n *•1^ ■ ■*** < ft Have Your Furniture Reupholstered — AT THE - • View samples in your own home. Free pick-up and S . .« cessful when followed by smalldoses of chemotherapy. In many cases, the tandem treat­ ments have yielded dramatic results. In addition to helping save the lives of surgery and trauma patients, donors who give a pint of blood at the (local drive) will have the satisfaction of knowing that their white cells may be helping find a cure for cancer. For more information about the blood drive, contact Carleen Overholt, Chairman, 852-1740. TSgv? ever call 726-0501 W VERMONTVILLE "The Mirrors image" „Alie wiu.oi.2 iMiaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 • MARSHA ... Monday, Thursday and Every Other Saturday • LUCY ... Tuesday and Friday • SYLVIA ... Wednesday only. • DARLENE ... Wednesday thru Friday, Every Other Saturday SHOP HOURS: 9 A.M. TO CLOSING MON. THRU SAT. See Marsha, Lucy, Sylvia and Darlene in Halloween Costumes, Thurs., Oct. 31 Mrs. Hunt has been consistantly patient, en­ couraging and supportive of all of those children. She treats each child as an in­ dividual with individual talents and limitations. I have not heard her tell a child thathe or she didn’t (or couldn’t) do a good job instead she encourages them to do better, pointing out the improvements that could be made and allowing them to make the changes. I have not heard her say anything that would embarrass, ridicule or offend any of the children. But I am seeing the shier children becoming more self-confident. As a taxpayer, I feel that Mrs. Hunt’s salary is money well spent - and an in­ vestment in my daughter’s education and self-esteem. Sincerely Mrs. Rae Ashworth Nashville Dear Friends: It’s time once again to think of Christmas and of the families and senior citizens of Eaton County that will be going without this year, without your help. The Eaton County Action Center, a branch of Capital Area Community Services, will once again be the clearing house for Eaton County. If you known of someone that will need help we will be taking names from Nov. 25 through Dec. 16. You can call 543-5465 or stop by our office at 503 E. Henry, Charlotte. We need your help to make it a happy time for the less fortunate of this county. We need your help with gifts, food, etc. for families with children and senior citizens. With your help they can have a happy holiday season. With your help we made it a better and happier holiday for 478 families and seniors last year. God bless you all. Community Aide Elizabeth Bodo Staff Laura Fuentes Doris Rounds Calvin Wambough To the Editor: It’s too bad the Taxpayers of this community have to be harassed by “certain” non­ taxpayers of the community, wanting Taxpayers to pull more money out of our pockets each year. Maybe someday they will grow up and buy a home and have to pay taxes. As Taxpayers we have the right to comment or complain about “our” taxes. Gordon Reid Nashville Art students taught by Marianne Martin at Maple Valley High School spent time last week getting into the spirit of Halloween by using their art skills to create faces on pumpkins. The 90 pumpkins were donated for the project by Maple Valley Schools Transportation Supervisor Gerald Aldrich. Shown here are (front from left) Robin Whitaker and Robin Brown with their "punk rocker"; and Bob Carl with his impression of an "artist". In back are Randi Wright and Tina Abbott with "grandma”; Toni Harshman with "Wendy" and Ron Merrill with "demon." Academy Fellowship to meet The next montly meeting of the Nashville Christian Academy Parent-Teacher Fellowship will be Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. at the school. Topics to be discussed will be the upcoming Christmas Bazaar which will be held Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Masonic Temple in Nashville from 9-6. Also, parents will have an opportunity to sign up to sell Christmas trees downtown in the Park. Teachers will also be reporting on the Christmas projects the students will be plannwing: T~o convey the t‘ruet meaning of Christinas, the school will be involved in several projects that will benefit the needy of the community. Stop by and see... Dorothy & Irene fora New Fall Hairstyle WALK-INS WELCOME s Beauty Shop 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 How can you guarantee that you could replace your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers optional guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for homes that qualify. It’s broader coverage—so you’ll never run out of money for covered losses. It may be more economical than your current policy that doesn’t include guaranteed home replacement. Just ask.your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Homeowners protection can be no problem for you and your home. John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car ®___ (^uto.Owntrtfnrurance 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 TUM/Mbmfa/A? �Page 6 Th* Mopl* Volley N*w». Nashvill*. Tuesday. November 5, 1985 Nashville church holding Christmas bazaar Saturday This Saturday, November 9 is the date set for the an­ nual Nashville United Methodist Church Christmas craft bazaar, “Santa’s Workshop”, to take place at the church from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Many of the items for sale at the craft show are made by the United Methodist Church women, and include Cabbage Patch doll clothes and Christmas ornaments. Other items were hand crafted by people in third world countries, and are being sold on consignment by Pat Wagner, wife of U.M. Minister Lynn Wagner. Wagner says the sale of those items will benefit mission programs in other countries. Some of those items include baskets, wood carved pieces, jewelry and nativity scenes. Sue Howard and Sharon Reese, co-chairs of the event, note that a lunch consisting of chedder cheese or cream of broccoli soup, sloppy joe sandwiches and coffee or cold drinks will be available. New books available at Putnam Library “The Hunt for Red Oc­ tober” by Tom Clancy. A most satisfactory naval adventure story. Presented in memory of Vem Staup by his children and friends. “Stories of Kentucky Feuds” by Harold Wilson Coates. True and accurate descriptions of various Kentucky feuds, including the Hatfield-McCoy Feud. “A Century of Christian Science Healing”. Published The Craft Nook NICE HANDMADE GIFTS for CHRISTMAS Sculptured Dolls • Quilts • Baskets • Cab­ bage Patch Clothes • Teddy Bears • Wood Frames • “Hand Woven Doll Cradle” — 500 ITEMS TO CHOOSE FROM — Located inside Mirror’s Image, 111 Main St, Nashville OPEN TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY ! H 309 North Main Street, Nashville Monday and Tuesday c3nn°n° TAPE RENTAL.... 9 Wednesday thru Saturday TAPE RENTAL..... *3®° — VCR Rental Available — * Beverly Hills Cop is in stock • Missing in Action 2 • Runaway • The River • Killing Fields • Police Academy 2 - VIDEO ACCESSORIES Over 170 Titles to Choose From ! School Hours: Monday-Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-8 p.m. Phone 852-1948 [ by the Christian Science Society of Boston, this story starts with the healing of Mary Baker Eddy in 1866 which led to her discovery and founding of Christian Science and moves down through the intervening century through the words of others healed. “Japan at War”. Another in the series of Time-Life Books of World War II. “Cider House Rules” by John Irving. A novel set in rural Maine in the first half of this century. “Murder in in the Smithsonian” by Margaret Truman. Another mystery by the former First Daughter, author of the bestseller, “Murder in the White House.” “The Immigrant’s Daughter” by Howard Fast. In this conclusion to the Lavette saga, the author brings the story of a remarkable family up to the present, to the fourth generation. “The Road to Paradise Island” by Victoria Holt. A novel of romantic suspense. “Double Dare" by Edward Keyes. A novel of organized crime. A donation of $100 has been made to Putnam Library by the Friends of the Library for the purpose of extending the yearly subscription to “Reader’s Guide Guide to Periodicals’’. This publication is an index to articles contained in magazines and is the most extensively used tool for reference work at the library. The Nashville United Methodist Church Christmas craft bazaar, "Santa’s Workshop" will be held at the church on State Street from 9 to 5 Saturday. The bazaar will feature Christmas ornaments and cabbage patch doll clothes as Betsy Wagner shows here. Eaton food distribution set for Nov. 19-20 Capital Area Community Services, Inc. will resume the distribution of com­ modity surplus food in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton and Shiawasee Counties, November 19 and 20. Commodities will only be provided to families that have registered and received Northland Optical Complete Optical Service Large Selection of Designer Fashion & Economy Frames Prescriptions Filled Frames Repaired or Replaced Prescription Sunglasses Safety Glasses Contact Lens Supplies — Ask About our Children’s Frame Warranty — Insurance Plans £§3 Blue Cross Provider ms* Monday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tues.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 1510 North Broadway — Hastings — Call... 945-3906 a Green Commodity ID Card. In Eaton County food will be distributed at Eaton County Action Center, 503 East Henry Street, Charlotte, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., November 19 and 20; Eaton County Senior Citizens, 100 W. Lawrence Street, Charlotte, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 noon, November 19; Olivet Community Room, 251 First Street, Olivet, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., November 19; Bellevue, Village Hall, 201 North Main Street, Bellevue, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. November 19 and 20; Mulliken, United Methodist Church (Ed. Unit), 190 Charlotte Street, Mulliken, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., November 19; Sunfield, Community Room, Main Street, Sunfield, bet­ ween the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., November 19; Vermontville,, First Congregational Church, 110 South Main, Vermontville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., November 20; Dimondale,, First Presbyterian Church, 162 Bridge Street, Dimondale, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., November 19; Potterville, United Methodist Church, 105 North Church Street, Potterville, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., November 19. FOR YOU! IBECOME A i WKim DEALER TODAY. Stan your own business. Be your ■■ own boss. Become a Witkins dealer! Interested in teaming more about this great opportunity? Call Steve uUoon (616)965 7640 "Your Watkins Man" Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN V /f7 At na’ More natural looking nails, a longer lasting and stronger na’l' Y°u con °l*° lengthen them. Special Price ... $2500 MATRIX - ALL HAIR PRODUCTS Hours: Closed Mon.; Tues. 11-7; Wed.-Fri. 9-5; Sot. 9-2 Co// for appointment... 852-0767 I JI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page 7 Another in a series of informational messages concerning your phone service. We’re trying to make things simple for you again. Starting with your new phone bill. *43 ’A'' 's'-, »v ’oagb/* When all those changes happened in thetelephone business a while back, some things got more complicated. Including your phone bill. Ever since, we’ve been looking for ways to simplify it, so it’s easier to read and understand. And after a lot of research and listening hard to customers i like you, we think we’ve done it For starters, we’ve cut out some duplica­ tion, so the new bill you’ll be getting could have as few as three or four pages. From now on, you’ll just mail in the Payment Page with your payment The Payment Page is the top page ofyour bill. We’ve done away with the computer card you used to have to send in. (Ifyou pay in person, you should bring the whole bill with you.) The Total Amount Due will be easy to find because it’s shaded in a box on the Payment Page. You’ll find the new appearance and wording of the bill help make it a whole lot easier to understand. We think you’ll agree that a confusing ? phone bill is just one more little problem | none of us wants to muddle through. That’s T why we hope our new shorter version will be A easier for you. CO Michigan Bell AN A-iriEiiiTECri COMPANY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page 8 Mirror's Image gets topprize in costume contest Darlene Hammond, left, and Dema Wright of Grandma's Greenery took second place in the costume contest between the Nashville merchants. Fourth place was won by Shirley Gardner, left, and Dana Histed, right, of the Country Kettle Cafe. merchants. Marsha Ainslie, Sue Lea Judy Quantrell of the and Darlene Hughes of the Nashville Chamber of Mirror’s Image were named Commerce awarded the the winners in the Nashville three a $25 prize for taking Chamber of Commerce first place in the contest Halloween Costume Contest, judged by Rev. Voyles, Rev. held last week between local Wagner, and Rev. Taylor, all of Nashville. “We’re very pleased with how it (the contest) went,” said Quantrell. “Most everbody participated.” Taking second place in the See NANCY’S for the Look of the 1980s Although Paula Godbey, left, and Dave Mace, right weren't named winners, they did wear interesting outfits for the Halloween contest. STOP SMOKING CLINIC THURSDAY, NOV. 7,1985 • 6 P.M. Maple Valley High School — FEE $30.00 — Nancy’s Beauty Shop WEIGHT CONTROL CLINIC 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville Phone... 726-0330 Wanita Woodworth of Clay's Dinner Bell earned fifth place with her Halloween costume shown here. 177 South Main, Vermontville, Michigan 7 Appearing ... Friday, Nov. 8 at the Carpenter’s Den — LIVE MUSIC — DEALERS CHOICE” “Wedsel’s Edsels" Coming... SATURDAY NIGHT, NOVEMBER 23 Ivance Tickets: $3>50 ea At Door: $4.S0 ea contest was Dema Wright and Darlene Hammond of Grandmas’ Greenery, dressed as “witches”, while Irene Furlong and Dorothy McMillen were named the third place winners at Irene’s Beauty Shop. The Country Kettle Cafe took fourth place with the costumes of Shirley Gardner and Dana Histed, and Wanita Woodworth of Clay’s Dinner Bell won fifth place. Many others joined in the fun, including Village Clerk Suzy Corkwell and Treasurer Lois Elliston, who not only dressed as a pair of sinister witches, but offered their own formula of wit­ ches’ brew, complete with frogs, spiders and snakes. Dave Mace was a “back­ wards” man, and Paula Godbey was a country farm girl at Mace Pharmacy, while Dawn Meade, Darla Cady and Cathy Felder at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan were “the three blind mice.” THURSDAY, NOV. 7,1985 • 8:30 P.M. Maple Valley High School — FEE $30.00 — To enroll call... Maple Valley Community Education 852-9275 into Fashion with the cut or style , Just for you It,s here at the Village Hair Port Main St Vermontville Call for appointment... 726-0257 Senior Citizen Discount �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page 9 Irene Furlong, left, and Dorothy McMillen won third place in the Nashville costume contest. Here, the two professional hair stylists (as can be proven by their own hairdos) practice their skills on Eleanor Rasey. This unknown person wandered up and down the streets and alleys of Nashville sticking his ton­ gue out at those who tried to guess his or her identity. This "rare" photo was tak­ en on Main Street Thurs­ day. Suzy Corkwell, left, and Lois Elliston enjoyed having the opportunity to brew up some fun Thursday while working as the Nashville village clerk and treasurer, repectively. $-f 00 VA IE EI 0N COLOR NEGATIVE ROLL PROCESSING HOURS: 9 o.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 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MODEL 3972A cA.r Reg. ’14.43 • Runs overnight with 1 gallon • Air intake filter • Easy-to-clean reservoir Dawn Meade and Darla Cady, left, and Cathy Felder, right, ’ portrayed the "three blind mice" at Eaton Federal Savings and loan Thursday. Although the mice didn't win a prize in the costume contest, they did have fun smiling whenever someone said "cheese" as all good mice do. | Vw MACE PH ARM AC T HOURS: 9 o.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page ge 10 Farmers should observe certain steps in safely handling stored grain ERNEST NASH State Representative GOVERNOR SIGNS WELFARE FRAUD PREVENTION BILL - Governor Blanchard has signed into law Public Act 140 of 1985 (H.B. 4118), legislation requiring the Michigan Department of Social Services to develop a computer match program that will allow the DSS to determine eligibility for recipients by vertifying their records at financial in­ stitutions. Estimated annual savings to the state amount to between $2 million and $6 million. CHILD SAFETY TIP OF THE WEEK - Make a mental note of the clothes your child wears every day. Avoid putting your child’s name on clothes or books. Children may respond to a dangerous person who calls them by name. (This message has been provided by the National Child Safety Council.) HOW THE NEW STATE LIQUOR TAX WORKS - Public Act 107, which went into effect on October 1, increased the state tax on liquor by four percent. Estimates are that the new liquor tax will generate about $21.2 million statewide. Of that total, $11.8 million from Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County will be used to help finance the expansion of Detroit’s Cobo Hall, and the remaining $9.4 million from the other counties will be used for property tax relief and or county substance abuse programs. MICHIGAN MOVES UP TO SECOND PLACE IN APPLE PRODUCTION - For the first time in at least 50 years, Michigan experienced a nearly perfect growing season this year, while New York, which usually ranks second, was hindered by early frosts and Hurrican Gloria. Michigan is expected to harvest early 1.1 billion pounds of apples, up 43 percent over 1984, and the state of Washington will harvest about 2.4 million pounds to keep its hold on first place. NEW PROGRAM TO HELP CURTAIL AUTO THEFTS State law enforcement and insurance officials have developed a new toll-free number to help prevent car thefts. Called “Help Eliminate Auto Thefts,” the toll-free number is 1-800-242-HEAT. Ifyou have any information regarding an auto theft or a stolen car, contact HEAT. NONGAME WILDLIFE PROJECT GRANTS AVAILABLE Conservation-minded citizens, organizations, and colleges in Michigan are being en­ couraged by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to apply for small grants ($120-$5,000) for field work aimed at protecting endangered nongame wildlife. Applications can be obtained for 1986 by contacting the Nongame Wildlife Fund, c-o Small Grants, Box 30028, Lansing, MI 48909 or call 1-517-373-1263. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate The extra quantities of com grain that most farmers will be handling this year may increase the risks of throat and lung damage by grain dust, grain suffocation in storage bins and mechanical injury, primarily by grain augers. Farmers should observe a number of accident­ preventing steps when working around grain being put into storage and handling grain in storage, says Howard Doss, for the Eaton County Cooperative Ex­ tension Service. Shut off grain unloaders before entering a bin. It takes only three or four seconds to become helpless and about 20 seconds to be buried in flowing grain. Never enter a bin of flowing grain. Lock out switches or remove fuses and put them in your pocket before en­ tering a bin so that no one can start the grain flowing while you’re inside the bin. Always be cautions when working with grain that has gone out of condition. Molds, blocked flow, cavities, crusting and grain avalanches all pose dangers. When it’s necessary to enter a bin, use a rope or safety harness. Have two people standing by in case something happens - one to hold the rope and one to get help. To reduce hazards, install ladders in each bin and learn how to “walk a bin down.” Another hazard present when storing grain especially spoiled grain or grain in poor condition - is dust. Use a filter respirator to remove fine dust par­ ticles. Either a disposable dust mask or a washable filter is acceptable. Injuries and deaths also MEMBERS OF THE BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS * the MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR’ HOMER WINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... (Evenings) 726-0223 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan GEORGE WILLIAMS sales associate ... 852-9833 VERMONTVILLE TWO STORY: Three bedroom home on llarge lot, house newly painted & inin­ sulated, barn 24x16, mature shade. Listed at $25,900 (V-127) NICE FAMILY HOME IN NASH-INVESTMENT PROPERTY!! Live VILLE: 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, screened patio, fenced yard, 2 car garage w/workshop. Listed at $26,900. (N-138 in one unit, rent the other. Close to school, in Nashville, One 3 bedroom unit bedroom $34,900. unit. one & 2 Listed at (N-103) MW BEAUTIFUL VIEW!! SUPER VALUE INSTANT EQUITY - COUNTRY HOME ON 10 PLUS PRICE REDUCED TO SELL NOW! PRICE REDUCED TO SELL NOW! ACRES: ACRES: Located south of Large, 3 bedroom ranch with 27i car garage, fireplace in basement, overlooking valley, one acre with more property possible. "Extra" 17i car work­ shop; large deck off kitchendining area. Must see!! Price now $53 900 (ch 140) VACANT LAND PARCELS: Vermontville on blacktop road, natural gas, beautiful scenic view. House needs work. Re­ model to your own tastes. Lots of possibilities. Contract terms with 25% down. Only tract terms offered with 25% down payment. Will be surveyed and perked. 5.2 acres 5.2 acres 5.2 acres $10,000 .$9,000 .$8,000 (VL112-115) 78 ACRES "HUNTER’S PARADISE” and recrea tional land with creek, hills and woods - lots of wildlife! Bjiilt in 1978, 3 bedrooms, 1 ’/> baths, Andersen windows, aluminum siding, 27i car garage built in 1984, plus 24x42 pole building with water & Bellevue Schools. Priced in the low 60’s. Would sell house with 27i acres or 5 acres (CH-137) ■ electric, $25,0001! (CH-111) VACANT LAND AVAILABLE All natural gas avail- VACANT LAND - NEW LISTING: able, blacktop road and beautiful view, con- 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $30,000. Contract terms. COUNTRY HOME ON 10 ACRES: (F-118) WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF FARMS Gurd Rd., 23 acres, borders on small lake. $31,500 cash price or will divide in 27i acre parcels and one 1 11 acre parcel. Offering land contract terms with 20% down. . (VL-144) CADILLAC AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be ideal tree farm), borders Manistee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain. Possible land contract. $20,000.(VL-128) 32 ACRES - ROLLING scenic view, near high school, 6 acres nice maple woods. Electric and natural gas available. $24,100. (F-107) occur when farmers are operating elevators and augers. The primary dangers are moving parts and contact with overhead power lines. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts and wear reasonably well fitted clothing when working around elevators and augers. Such clothing is less likely to be caught in the machine than loose, floppy clothing. Open nylon jackets are especially hazardous. Use care when tran­ sporting elevators and augers. Transport only in a lowered position with the safety lock in place. Check for power lines when positioning a raised elevator. Augers and conveyors are among the most harzardous types of farm equipment. Recommendations given on fall fertilizer methods Application of zinc and manganese in broadcast fertilizer is not recom­ mended due to the cost of nutrients, says Roger A. Betz, Extension Agricultural Agent. A better method is to apply these nutrients with the banded fertilizer at planting. You should soil test to determine needs and apply only to responsive crops. The field crops responsive to applied zinc are dry beans and corn. The field crops responsive to applied manganese are dry beans, soybeans, sugar beets, oats and wheat. The opportunity for recovering the in­ vestment is low when ap­ plied to other crops. If you do broadcast, zinc should be applied at a rate of 10 pounds per acre. Zinc sulfate, finely ground zinc oxide, and zinc chelate are suggested sources. Apply 30 pounds of zinc Sulfate, 12 pounds of zinc oxide, or 10 gallons of zinc chelate to get 10 pounds of zinc per acre. Broadcast manganese should be applied at 40 pounds of element per acre. This would require 140 pounds of manganese sulfate, 70 pounds of manganese oxide, or 80 gallons of chelate per acre. The manganese oxide should be finely ground. Broadcasting manganese at less than 40 pounds per acre or zinc at less than 10 pounds per acre is not recommended. Deficiencies will not be corrected. Banding with the planting time fertilizer is a more effective method of ap­ plication. Rates will be two to five pounds per acre of zinc and four to 16 pounds per acre with manganese. Rate will vary depending on soil test, and pH of the soil. For more information, call the Eaton County Extension office at 543-2310 or 372-5594. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: ‘77 Dodge Monico, loaded, new tires, battery, brakes. Must see to appreciate. May be seen at 111325 Lawrence Hwy. Nash­ ville or 517-566-8338 after 5 p.m. GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1. (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (12-3). Injuries ofen involve lacerations and fractures but occasionally may lead to loss of a hand or foot. The best way to prevent getting feet or hands caught in the auger is to use grates or guards over auger intakes. If you remove shields for repair or maintenance, replace them immediately after work is completed. Many accidents involve transport equipment. Most of them occur when someone falls into or off of the wagon. One way to prevent such accidents is to keep riders off wagons. Permanently mount the slow-moving vehicle em­ blem on any wagon or other 1 implement used on public roads. Keep the emblem clean and replace it every two to four years. Load wagons in ac­ cordance with the size of the tractors pulling them. Avoid overloading. Use the same gear to tow a loaded wagon down slope as you need to pull it up slope. Leave ample turning space near ditches so the front of the tractor clears the ditch by six to 10 feet. Keep children away from grain centers at all times. Children do not understand the multiple hazards in­ volved in grain handling and are prime candidates for injury. Vermontville Residents The Vermontville Village Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Thursday, Novem­ ber 7, 1985, at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of abandoning the following streets: Elm St. between W. First and W. Second, Wash­ ington west of N. Main and Jefferson bet­ ween block three and block eight east of N. Main. MAPLE VALLEY REGULAR BOARD MEETING Monday, November 11,1985 — 7:00 p.m. MEETING WILL BE HELD IN H.S. LIBRARY 1.General formation and meeting with board of education appointed citizen's advisory commit­ tee. 2.It is recommended that the sixth grade camp be held September 30 - October, 3, 1986 at Long Lake Outdoor Center, Yankee Springs Recrea­ tion Area. 3. Report on the athletic council meeting held October 30th. 4. Action related to coaching recommendations presented by athletic director, Larry Lenz. Winter Coaching Positions: Junior Varsity Wrestling - Glen Gurd; Eighth Grade Boys Basketball - Gary Thompson; Seventh Grade Boys Basketball - Jim Ferrier, Greg HoeflerAssistant, Dennis Casteele-Assistant; Varsity Volleyball - BUI Christensen; Junior Varsity Volleyball - Martha Christensen. Spring Coaching Positions: Varsity Baseball . Lonnie Spencer; Junior Varsity Baseball - Guen­ . ther Mittelstaedt; Varsity Softball Chris Ricketts; Girls Track - Rona Szydzik. 5. General discussion related to the operation of a kindergarten classroom at Fuller Street Ele­ mentary School taught by Mrs. Pam Hunt. Mrs. Hunt and the teacher association have requested a closed session. 6. Action on bids for purchase of 113 hall lockers for the Jr.-Sr. High School. Lockers to be pur­ chased with Old Building and Site Funds. 7. Consideration for the construction of a ramp at the Kellogg Elementary School for handicapped. 8. Committee Reports: General report from nego­ tiation committee regarding meeting with trans­ portation supervisor Gerald Aldrich. This will include consideration to add responsibility of building and grounds maintenance supervision along with transportation supervisory responsi­ bilities. 9. Consideration for negotiations with teaching and non-teaching personnel considering that the present contracts expire June 30, 1986. 10. General discussion of criteria to be included in the board evaluation form for the superin­ tendent of schools. 11. At the September 9th meeting when the opera­ tional budget for the 1985-86 school year was approved, it was decided to have further dis­ cussion at the November meeting regarding the amount of the annual cash balance at the end of the fiscal year and consideration given a supplemental salary paid the superintendent for negotiations. 12.Other Business 13. Adjournment BOARD MEMBERS AND TELEPHONE NUMBERS David Hawkins 852-9749 Dale Ossenheimer, Jr 852-1674 Ronald Tobias 852-9476 Irma Gene Baker 726-0050 Paula Cole 7............................. 543-5669 LeRoy Sleeper 726-0297 Loren Lehman ....................................... 726-0427 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 g. K INashville Scouts hold Court of Honor last month SsSSl। AS Nashville Boy Scout Troop 176 held a Court of Honor on Oct. 16, at the United Methodist Church. The Scouts presented resented their program for about 60 parents and guests. A highlight of the evening was when the Scouts presented gifts to the adult leaders and had a special cake baked for the occasion. The leaders honored were Ray Burd, Dennis Priddy, Leonard Eaton, Ed Bouldrey and Dale Ossenheimer. The individual Scouts were recognized for their hard work during the spring, at summer camp, at troop sum meetings and individually. Senior Patrol Leader Matt Peake and his Assistant Lee Ossenheimer presented the other Scouts with their recognitions as follow: Mitchell Ainslie, Scout Badge; Paul Boldrey, Leatherwork Merit Badge, Swimming Merit Badge, Space Exploration Merit Badge, Law Merit Badge, 2 year pin; Jason Brown, Camping Merit Badge, Rowing Merit Badge, Space Exploration Merit Badge, First Aid Merit Badge, Canoeing Merit Badge, First Class Rank; Kevin Burd, Citizenship Skill Award, Environment Skill Award, Fishing Merit Badge, Leatherwork Merit Badge, Tenderfoot Rank; Garth Davison; Citizenship Skill Award, Environmental Mammals Merit Badge, Archery Merit Badge, Tenderfoot Rank; Matt DePriest, Citizenship Skill Award, First Aid Skills Award, Scout Badge; Dennis Downing, Scout Badge, Tom Dunham, Cooking Skill Award, Hiking Skill Award, Family Living Skills Award, Camping Skill > Award, Community Living Skill Award, Snorkling Award, Mammals Merit Badge, Canoeing Merit Badge, Rowing Merit Badge, Second Class Rank; Jim Edinger, Citizenship Skill Award, Conservation Skill Awarc|, Fishing Merit Badge, Mammals Merit Badge, Woodcarving Merit Badge, Tenderfoot Rank, 1 BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS , Iftgfigy and wetyiW w t oodsng rmritta ; SeWBgMiGradefcp L «'Mnpon; Witt ml da few, GfSjWr i >5 (sHeWsIrt W| k • B Ovbwwi Iw M d-McOnleKA tasa reWliki!* —talKW .. J Nov. 6 - 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 9 - 4-H Barnyard Basics (raising and housing of beef, sheep, poultry, cavies, swine) Kellogg Biological Station, Augusta, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost $3 per adult, $1 per youth, $5 per family. Lunch is optional for $2.50. Nov. 11 - Barry County Fair Board meeting 8 p.m. at the Extension Office. Nov. 11 - 4-H Dairy Goat Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., at the Community Building. Nov. 12 - 4-H Awards Program, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 13 - 4-H Horse Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Community Building, Hastings, followed by Horse Movies. All 4-H leaders, members, parents and others that are interested are invited to attend. Nov. 15-17 - 4-H Adult Horse Leaders Conference, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Nov. 16 - “Ease Into The Holidays With Style”, and “Fun With Holiday Greenery”, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners. Must have a paid, reservation. Nov. 18 - 4-H Dairy Goat Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office,. Hastings. Nov. 19-20 - Governors Conference on Agriculture, Hyatt Regency, Flint. Nov. 20 - 4-H Advisory Council 7:30 p.m., Extention Office, Hastings. Nov. 21 Ambassadors Club 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 22-24 - 4-H Careers Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. Nov. 25 - Grain Market Update - Lakewood High School, 8 p.m. Nov. 25 - 4-H Expansion and Review meeting 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 29 - 4-H and FFA Beef Rate of Gain Contest (must call the Extension office to register before the event). Dec. 5 - MAEH Holiday Tea, Community Building, Hastings. ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very ’ reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CAFETERIA — THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. Doors Open of... 5:30 p.m. SANTAS’WORKSHOP at Nashville United Methodist Church Nov. 9 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wooden items, knitted items, Cabbage Patch clothes, old fashioned ornaments, lots of stocking stuffers and more. Lunch will be served. (11-5) My Sexy Husband ... MAYNARD year pin; Tim Edinger, Camping Skill Award, Cooking Skill Award, Con­ servation’ Skill Award, Canoeing Merit Badge, Law Merit Badge, Fishing Merit Badge, Space Exploration Merit Badge, First Aid Merit, First Class Rank, 2 year pin; Mike Gilespie, Con­ servation Skill Award, First Aid Skill Aard, First Aid Merit. Badge, Wilderness Survival Merit Badge, Canoeing Merit Badge, Tenderfoot Rank, Second Class Rank; David Lamance, Citizenship Skill Award, Conservation Skill Award, Swimming Skill Award, Hiking Skill Award, Leatherwork Merit Badge, Tenderfoot Rank, 1 year pin; Ronnie Merril, Hiking Skill Award, Citizenship Skill Award, Conservation Skill Award, Camping Skill Award, Fishing Merit Badge, Mammals Merit Badge, Leatherwork Merit Badge, Tenderfoot Rank, Second Class Rank; Alvin Morgan, Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge, Mammals Merit Badge, , Space Exploration Merit s Badge; Chris Mudry, Hiking Skill Award, Camping Skill Award, Cooking Skill Award, Conservation Skill Award, Snorkling Award, First Aid Merit Badge, Rowing Merit Badge, Reptile Study Merit Badge, Wilderness Survival Merit Badge, Rowing Merit Badge, Pioneering Merit Badge, Canoeing Merit Badge, Law Merit Badge, Dentistry Merit Badge, Citizenship in Community Merit Badge, 2 year pin; Matt Peake, Lifesaving Merit Badge, Rowing Merit Badge, Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge, 5 year pin; Richard Perrier, Citizenship in the Nation, Lifesaving Merit Badge, Communications Merit Badge, Emergency Preparedness Merit, Personal Management Merit Badge, 5 year pin; Nicky Priddy, Environmental Skill Award, Conservation Skill Award, Livesaving Merit Badge, Camping Merit Badge, ~ Space Exploration Merit Badge, Canoeing Merit Badge, Law Merit Badge, Rifle and Shotgun Merit Badge, First Class Rank, 3 year pin. First year attendance Your Wife ■■■■■ Ft Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... Rental Cleaning & Maintenance TOM FRITH, Owner Formerly "Maple Valley Carpet Care" NASHVILLE 517-852-9650 Friday thru Sunday anytime — NOTICE — Village of Nashville Only New residential refuse collection rate will go into effect beginning Nov. 1, 1985. Hastings Sanitary Service shall bill each residential customer quarterly. (Every three months.) The statement will be payable within fif­ teen (15) days of receiving the statement or the statement will be con­ sidered delinquent. At which time service may be discontinued at the contractors option. 2% will be added to all delinquent accounts. — NEW RATES — New rates are as follows: □ Senior Citizen Rate: $4.00 per month — 1 can or up to 2 bags a week □ Regular Rates: $5.00 per month — 1 to 2 cans or up to 4 bags a week $7.00 per month — 3 cans or up to 6 bags a week $9.00 per month — 4 cans or up to 8 bags a week ALL CANS AND BAGS MUST BE NO MORE THAN 20 GALLON CAPACITY If customers have any questions, please contact: Hastings Sanitary Service ph: 945*4493 RO. Box 336, 329 West MUI, Hastings, Michigan 49058 OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Friday 9:00 am. to 5:00 pm. Look Your Best...NOW Withjazzercise. HOLIDAY The Original Exercise Program that’s like no other. ■ The Best Instructors ■ The Best aerobics plus a well-rounded workout ■ The Best dance exercise program in the world — NOVEMBER 6 — It's still heaven — Even ij you re ... Matt Peake and Lee Ossenheimer present recognitions to Ronnie Merrill while his mother, Vai Ectinaw, watches, (photo supplied) awards were given to Tom attendance awards were Dunham, Chris Mudry and received by Jason Brown Matt Peake. Second year and Lee Ossenheimer. J«di Sheppard Mltuxtl'a ALL CLASSES $ZOU£00 | in NOV. & DEC. To purchase this holiday pass, you must BRING |I THIS COUPON WITH YOU and sign up on Nov 4th or 6th. Classes..... MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL | Monday and Wednesday • 5:30 p.m. m. ■ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page 12 Christian Academy students enjoy several fall activities Students of Nashville Christian Academy have been enjoying several fall­ fun time activities in the past weeks. On Tuesday, Oct. 8 the kindergarten through fourth grade classes toured Conklin’s Cider Mill near Vermontville. While at the cider mill, the students were able to witness the entire cider making process. Sampling the finished product was the highlight of this educational but also funfilled trip. As part of their weekly arts and crafts time, the students in Mrs. Ashcraft’s Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events: Nov. 12 - Eaton County Retired Teacher meet for a 12:30 luncheon at Josie’s in Charlotte. Martha Zemke is taking reservations. Nov. 12 Chamber of Commerce meets for a potluck at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 - Senior Citizens meet for a noon potluck and bingo. Thursday, Nov. 21 Historical Society meets at 7 p.m. for potluck and program in the Methodist Church. Wednesday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Eve service at the First Congregational Church. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving! Word has been received of the death of Mrs. Wilbur (Mabel) Marsh on Saturday at her home in Kalamazoo. Memorial services were held Monday at 3 p.m. at the Avink Funeral Home in Kalamazoo. Dale Northrup is ill at H.G.B Hospital where he has been over a week and im­ proving slowly. Mr. and Mrs. Randy Joostberns of Battle Creek are parents of a baby girl bom on September 27 named Jennifer Beatrice. Mr. arid Mrs. Mike Trumble are parents of a baby girl bom Oct. 31 at Pennock Hospital named Ashley Ruth Ann she weighed 7 lb. 4 oz. and was 21 inches long. Mrs. Nina Reed was able to attend church Sunday for the first time since that exposion and fire on August 21. The United Methodist Women wish to thank Pat O’Dell for the use of the Sugar Hut Friday and Saturday for their bazaar and bake sale. Mrs. Greta Firster has been in Pennock Hospital since Thursday and was taken on Sunday to Sparrow Hospital for further tests. Mrs. Merial Dos of Ann Arbor and Mrs. Cherry Adams of Horton spent Tuesday with the Harold Benedicts and attended the funeral of Mrs. Helen Brimmer. Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Twitchel of Charlotte called on Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict Sunday, afternoon. The Methodist Church was filled to capacity Sunday evening to enjoy the contata “Who built the Ark?” by the children’s choir of the Nash­ ville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Sue Howard was the director and narrator and she and the children deserve much praise for this delightful program. Eighteen members of the Russell Booker family spent Sunday November 3 at the home of David and Beth Booker in Belleville for an early Christmas dinner and gift exchange. Russell and Mabel Booker were recent callers of their 95-year-old aunt Olive Van Blarcom at the Masonic Home in Alma after enjoying a broasted chickens dinner at Wyman, a restaurant which seats 500 north of Edmore. Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternator Alternators w/exchg ’35" /exchg. Most Starte Starters w/exchg ’45" ’35" w/solnoid........................ w/exchg $42’5 Water Pumps...... w/exchg ’2995 w/built in regulator .. instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 and Mrs. Moghtader’s classes made ‘‘pumpkin pillows” on Thursday, Oct. 24. The children sewed, stuffed and decorated their own “pillows” Mrs. Linda Friddle of rural Nashville leads the arts and crafts time each Thursday. To celebrate the Halloween season, the kindergarten through fourth grade classes had a hot dog roast and hay ride at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Burkett of Ionia Road on Tuesday, Oct. 29. This event has become an annual happening at the Burkett home. Card Of Thanks Sincere thanks to family and friends for their kind­ nesses shown to our mother and grandmother during her stay at Provincial House. And to her family at the time of the death. Special thanks to the staff at Provincial House for the special care given her. Special thanks to Rev. Kenneth Garner for his comforting words. Also thanks to Alice King, Karolyn Blocker, and Diane Williams for the food and all their help. The Family of Beatrice Penfold Card Of Thanks The family of Helen B. Brimmer would like to thank all relatives, friend, neigh­ bors for your many ex­ pressions of love and com­ fort during the time of our mothers death. Thanks to Rev. Glenn Litchfield of the Vermontville United Church for his eulogy of mother. Thanks to the Hastings Ambulance crew for the gentleness of their handling of her. Also special thanks to the nurses of Pennock Hospital on 3 south and 3 west for the excellent care given to our mother. Thanks to Dr. Myers and Dr. Wildren for their care of her. Special thanks to the Woodland Eagles Club for the lovely dinner after the funeral. Thanks to Vogts Chapel, Wren Funeral Home fix* their professional help and care in the planning of the funeral preparations. Also thanks to the pallbearers for their help. Raymond Senkawski Lloyd Senkawski Walter and Mary Brimmer Robert & Mary Jo Brimmer Lester & Shirley Brimmer Ms. Jeanette Schultz Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren Card Of Thanks A Thank-you to all for the thoughts, prayers, cards, gifts, flowers and the meals during and after may stay in Pennock Hospital. Special thanks to Drs. Merriman and Myers, Nurse’s on 3rd floor south, other hospital workers, Provincial House, Nashville Co-op, Nashville Baptist Church, PFC, Mary Martha, Hastings “Gideons, our friends, neighbors and especially ottf "children and grandchildren for always, being there. God Bless You All Marge Shilton And Family Floyd and Mickey HANDYMAN WORK WANTED: Carpentry repairs, plumbing repairs, yard work, roofing. 830 Gregg St., Nashville, 852­ 9537. (tfn) Students from Nashville Christian Academy enjoy a hot dog roast, (photos supplied) A hayride was part of the autumn fun enjoyed by students. Area adults trained in 'parenting' Ten local adults recently graduated from a parent education project offered by the Eaton County Cooperative Extension home economics program. The V.I.P,, program (Volunteers Interested In Parenting) was designed to train adults in positive and effective parenting skills. The program centered on the “forgotten child,’1’ the adolescent 9 to 14 years of age. The graduates include Joyce Dankenbring of Grand Ledge, Norine Enz of Woodland, Sharen Furman and Dick Hill of Charlotte, Jacqueline Gilroy of Lan­ sing, Riny Groves and Sue Peterson of Eaton Rapids, Fran Stoepkerof Clarksville, Marcia Lake of Sunfield and Mary James of Lake Odessa. The program was for­ mulated in response to a county-wide need for more parenting education. Upon their completion of the sixsession training program, the V.I.P. graduates will be asked to conduct parenting classes or help families on a one-to-one basis. A minimum of 20 hours of volunteer time is required of each graduate. The V.I.P. graduation and reception brought together A CT ION-ADS SEPTIC TANK CLEANING: Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) many of the people who assisted and supported the need for more parenting education in Eaton County; County Commissioners, Human Service Forum Members, Members of the Extension Home Economics Advisory Board and the Child Abuse and Prevention Council were in attendance. Each group had a hand in developing the V.I.P. special project. Bedford Auction FOOD SALE Sunday, Nov. 10 — 2:00 RM. — Seafood, meats, vegetables and many other types of foods. Bedford Auction — M-37 — Sale Every Friday Night at 7 RM. PHONE — 968-5178 gobb Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 gjj RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM K • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself/ y I '/, , ” pipe 5' length, g, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Bw ut �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1^85 — Page 13 Governor's Ag conference coming The Governor s Con­ strategies that will bolster ference on the Future of our ability to build a stronger Michigan Agriculture will be future for Michigan Nov. 19-20 at the Hyatt agriculture,” says Paul Regency in Flint. Its purpose Kindinger, MDA director. is to develop ways to Keynote speakers for the strengthen the state’s two-day session will include agricultural economy. Gov. Blanchard, Paula All persons associated Blanchard, Kansas Gov. with the industry- farmers, John Carlin, and Paul suppliers, processors, Hawken, a northern grocers, restaurant California industrialist and operators and consumers - author of “The Next are encouraged to par­ Economy.” ticipate in the event. The Topics of workshops program begins at 9 a.m. scheduled for the first day and ends at about 2 p.m. the are: second day. -“Tax Relief Programs The conference is being for Agriculture.” convened by Gov. James --“How Do We Assure Blanchard and the Michigan Ourselves Agricultural Department of AgricultureC Credit in the Future?” MDA). It costs $40 per -“How to Meet the In­ person to attend if ternational Trade registration is made by Nov. Challenge.” 4, and $50 after that date. -“Our Cheap U.S. Food Registration information Policy.” can be obtained by writing to -“Increasing Profits by MDA, Box 30017, Lansing, Saying Yes to Michigan MI 48909, or by calling 517­ Agriculture” 373-1104. -“Agriculture and You in “Now, more than ever, we the Next Century.” need to examine economic -“Consumer Demand and policies and marketing How to Meet It.” EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Saturday, Nov. 9 - 9:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 pm.-4 p.m. Regional Barnyard Basics Workshop on beef, dairy, goats, felines, cavies and swine, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners. Monday, Nov. 11 - 7 p.m. Eaton Co. 4-H Small Animal Association Annual Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Thurs. Nov. 14 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds. Nov. 15-17 - Annual conference of 4-H Adult Horse Leaders, Kettunen Center. Mon., Nov. 18 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Fairboard Meeting, Shopping Guide, Charlotte. Nov. 19 & 20 - Governer’s Conference on The Future of Michigan Argriculture, pre-registration required with MDA. Thurs., Nov. 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. 4-H Roller Skating, Adams’ Roller Skating Rink, Charlotte. SATELLITE SYSTEMS 1407 Coats Grove Just West of Barber Hastings, Ml 49058 Ph: 948-8288 ED PHILLIPS Call Day or Evenings We are currently working out of our home and are planning to move to a downtown Hastings storefront in spring of '86. Prices at this time are the lowest you will find anywhere because of our low over­ head. We offer free 48 hour trailer set up for sincerely interested folks. We also give a 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee with all our systems. Our special thanks this week to Loretta Cuyler of Hastings, George Jorgensen of Otsego, Norm Healy of Lacey for do-□ ing business with Unity.____________ MANY SYSTEMS TO CHOOSE FROM 10’ System Installed Starting a »12OO00 • • • • Hytek/Dexcel Ramsey/ProStar Chaparral • Raydx Uniden -“You Don’t Sell Misery: You Sell Opportunity.” The second day will start with a question and answer session that will involve several state department heads and Michigan State University officials. Topics of the morning’s concurrent sessions are: —“The Agricultural Assistance Network.” -“Your Role in Pesticide Management.” -“Food Processing, Ag Tourism and Forestry.” --“Emerging Issues in Livestock, Poultry and Dairy.” -“Beating Your Com­ petition With A Better Product.” -“Opening and Operating a Food Business.” --“The Crisis in Ag Education.” -“Positive Approaches to Preserving Our National Resources.” Maple Valley winter athletic donations due soon The deadline for donations Winter sports at Maple Valley will soon be starting. in each winter sport is as Donations for each in-follows: Varsity, Junior dividual participating in a Varsity, Freshman winter sport will soon be due.Basketball, Nov. 20; Varsity, The Athletic Boosters have Junior Varsity, Freshman set the following donation Cheerleading, Nov. 20; Nov. 20; guidelines for each Maple Wrestling, Valley athlete: Seniors and Volleyball, Dec. 10 and Jr. Basketball and Juniors, $35; Sophomores, High $25; Freshman, $20 and Jr. Cheerleading, Dec. 18. High, $15. Eaton 4-Hers can now apply for exchange Eaton County 4-H’ers ages 15-19 are asked to apply for the International 4-H Youth Exchange (IFYE) Am­ bassador program. Participants have 18 countries to choose from for 1986. 4-H members wishing to apply should do so as soon as possible to secure the country of their choice. Ambassadors live and work with host families for approximately six weeks, June 22 to Aug. 1. The IFYE program is an excellent chance for 4-H’ers to learn about local customs, visit historical and cultural sites, and become acquainted with another language. Some countries will emphasize a certain project area, while others Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller St.- School Monday, Nov. 11th Goulash, sweet potatoes, pears, honey sandwich, pudding pops. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Sausage, french toast, green beans, fruit choice. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Pizza, peas, peaches. Thursday, Nov. 14 Chicken pattie, mashed potatoes, fruit salad, cin­ namon roll. Friday, Nov. 15 MacaronV and cheese, green beans, pears, egg salad sandwich, cookie. Maple Valley Schools Jr. and Sr. High and Kellogg Monday,. Nov. 11 Hamburgers, french fries, apple, cookie. Tuesday, Nov. 12 Bar B.Q. beef rib, on hot dog bun (something new) tater rounds, peaches. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Chicken Patty on bun, Jettuce, green beans, pears. Thursday, Nov. 14 Pizza, peas, fruit cocktail. Friday, Nov. 15 Hot dogs, french fries, baked beans, applesauce. Milk is served with all lunches, choice of 2 vegetables and 2 fruits will be offered daily. Maplewood School Monday, Nov. 11 Chicken Nuggets, fries, baked beans, applesauce Tuesday, Nov. 12 Chili, crackers, celery, carrots, peaches, peanut butter sandwich. Wednesday, Nov. 13 Taco’s lettuce-cheese, peas, fruit jello, peanut butter sandwich. Thursday, Nov. 14 Chop Suey with rice, or noodles, cheese squares, bread and butter, fruit. Friday, Nov. 15 Pizza, corn, pickles, pears. will be more general in the activities covered. Countries participating in 1986 include: Australia, Botswana, Canada, Costa Rica, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Kenya, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, and United Kingdom. For more information call the Extension Office at 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. The STIHL9 034 — for exceptional performance! »39995 The latest in a new generation of cutting power, lightweight Stihl 034 AVEQ delivers reliable, high performance for your heavy-duty schedule — tree tree, cord after cord. Features Stihl’s anti-vibration system, Quick­ stop™ Inertia chain brake and a 3.4 cu. in. engine at only 11.68 lbs. ACTION-ADS 1977 PONTIAC ASTRE: runs $700. Call after 5 p.m. 1-517­ 852-9705 Nashville. CHAIN SAWS: Husquvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley and Garden 9905 Nashville Hwy. Ver­ montville. 726-0133. HA R D W A R E A S H V IL L E HARDWARE ^ 105 N. 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Preparation English TUESDAY THURSDAY Science U.S. History Accounting Typing Math thru Algebra Wood Shop Reading Improvement call - 852-9275 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 — Page 14 MV Lion eagers sweep two games The Maple Valley varsity eagers reached the 10-4 mark for the season last week by winning two basketball contests. The league win on Tuesday against visiting Bellevue maintained their lead over Pennfield and Bronson but the 55-51 victory didn’t come easily. The Lions took the first lead 18-14 at the end of the first quarter. The Redskins answered by tieing the game at 26 by the half. Valley again regained the advantage 40-36 at the close of the third period and went 7 of 8 at the Charity stripe in the fourth quarter to help seal the victory. The Lions hit 11 of 13 attempts at the The McClain Family of Grand Haven will be singing at the Nashville Assembly of God, at 735 Reed St., Nashville, on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 11 a.m. This Christian family manifests the joy of the Lord as they sing old-time gospel music as a group. Engagements McMillen • Lieb Mr. and Mrs. Kip Mc­ Millen of Lake Odessa and Mrs. Ruth Lieb of Nashville and Mr. Eldon Leib Sr. of Battle Creek wish to an- nounce the engagement of their children; Amy Jo and Eldon Jr. Amy and Eldon are em­ ployees at Barry County Insurance Needs LIFE • HEALTH • IRA HOME and • AUTO — CALL — The Denny Smith Agency PHONE — 852-1801 The Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club will hold a sign-up meeting Friday, Nov. 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Maplewood all-purpose room. All boys and girls age 9-19 that wish to be in 4-H this coming year should attend this meeting. Many projects will start having work meetings within two weeks. If you can not attend but desire to join 4-H, please call Phyllis Wells 726-0129. Nashville VFW Auxiliary donates to hospital FOR YOUR on Vermontville Jr. Farmers holding sign-up Friday Medical Care Facility in Hastings. A Dec. 7 wedding, is being planned. Losing Cool with the kids Losing your cool with your kids? Call 1-800-482-0747. Parents Anonymous, tfn. Nashville VFW Auxiliary 8260 has donated $134.25 from its Bingo proceeds for the month of October to the Battle Creek VA hospital. Santa’s Workshop Nov. 9, Nashville United Methodist Church, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wooden items, old fashioned ornaments, Cabbage Patch clothes, knitted items, lots of stocking staffers and more. A lunch will be served. (11­ 5) ACTION-ADS N.C.A. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR The 2nd Annual N.C.A. Christmas Bazaar will be held Saturday, Nov. 16 from 9a.m. to6p.m. I twill be held at the Masonic Temple downtown Nashville, MI. There will be items of in­ terest, crocheted items, yarn, wood, glass, quilting, wreaths, dolls and many more. There will be food served all day. Also we will have hourly drawings for door prizes. Sponsored by: Nashville Christian Academy. Shop Early at Indoor Flea Market Christmas Sale! Christmas Decorations, abundances books (Western and others), Jewelry (collectible watches), toys, doll furniture etc., dishes, glassware, baskets, book rack, potter, lots of dolls, (antiques, collectible, modem 25 cents and up) and new dolls ($11.50 and up) and lots of nice crafts. Wednesday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maple Leaf Grange on M-66 Four (4) miles South of Nashville (take 79 East to M-66 South. For ACTION ADS Call 945-9554 free throw line for the right for an 83 percent accuracy. Carol Lamie hit 66 percent from the field hitting 6 of 9 attempts and adding 2 free throws for her 14 point effort Also scoring 14 for Valley was Dawn Morawski. Beth Starring led all scorers with 18 points neeting 9 of 20 for 45 percent and had 4 steals. Sheri Forel! added 7 points and Kim Bahs 2. Kelly Hoefler, Kim Smith, and Carmen Hamilton added excellent support off the bench. Last Thursday’s visitors from Saranac were looking for revenge for an early ■ season loss to Valley |ut came up empty again losing 52-45. Valley took control early gaining a 31-22 half-time advantage. The Lion lead continued to grow in the last half with all the Lady Lions contributing to the victory. Leading the scoring was Sheri Forell with 21 points. She was also credited with 5 steals. Carol Lamie added 8 points and 9 rebounds. Kim Bahs had 6 points; Dawn Morawski, Kelly Hoefler, and Beth Starring each 4; recorded Carmen Hamilton, 3; Kim Smith 2. Obituaries Beatrice B. Penfold NASHVILLE Mrs. Beatrice B. Penfold, 86, of 309 N. Main St., Nashville, diedat7:40 p.m. Wednesday, October 30, 1985, at Provincial House in Hastings. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. Pastor Kenneth Garner officiated with burial in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Putnam Library. Mrs. Penfold was born March 24, 1899 in Maple Grove Township, the daughter of Noah and Emma (Altman) Herrington. She was raised in Maple Grove Twp. and attended Bowen and Quail Trap Schools. She was married to Alston E. Penfold on October 24, 1916. They lived in Maple Grove, Plainwell and Battle Creek, and returned to Maple Grove in 1936. She served as township treasurer for a few years during the 1940’s. She came to Nashville in 1968. She was employed by Battle Creek Food Co. and the Kellogg Co. Mrs. Penfold is survived by three daughters, Theda Coppess of Lake Odessa, Mrs. Donald (Aleta) VanAuken of Sebring, Fla. and Mrs. Lloyd (Thelma) Linsley of Vermontville and Sebring, Fla.; 14 grand­ children; 23 great grand­ children and several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alston on July 1, 1967; and by three brothers and six sisters. Vernon L. Mac Donald Vernon L. Mac Donald died Friday, Oct 4,1985 while vacationing in Portland, Maine. He was born June 30, 1912 in Chicago, Illinois to Alvin >E. and N. Lisle Mac Donald. ' He graduated from Austin High School and Metropolitan Business College in Chicago. He married Frances A. Lent on Nov. 21, 1933 in Vermontville. They made their home in Chicago until 1946, when they moved to Vermontville where he spent the rest ofhis life farming, in elevator management and as a Warehouse examiner for the U.S.D.A. Retiring in 1975. Vernon was an active member and Past Master of both F&AM 255 of Nashville and Kalamo O.E.S. 399. He was also a member of Zion Chapter No. 171 R.A.M. and Lodge Council Chapter Consistory Valley of Grand Rapids, he was a member of the Vermontville Lions Club 28 years. He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Vermontville and Bismark Community Boosters. He is survived by his wife Frances, and three sons, Bryce and Amanda of Vermontville, Larry and Kate of Pinellas Park, Fla., Scott of Charlotte. Grand­ children Nika and Randy Hankins, Jo Dee and Tony Pruden, Kent, Kelly, Rachael and Jason Mac Donald. Great grand­ daughter Cassandra Hankins. Vernon was proceeded in death by his brothers Robert and Paul his twin brother. Funeral services were held Octobr 7,1985 from the Vermontville First Congregational Church, with Rev. William Trump of­ ficiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Bearers were Claude Van Blarcom, John Bosworth, Tom Joostberns, Harold Benedict, Loyd Steward, Wednall Wright, Eugene Fisher and Carroll Benedict. Arrangement by MapesFisher Funeral Home of Sunfield. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties ... WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps) GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BESTI 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 5, 1985 —t Page 15 O O sports i Maple Valley loses to K'zoo Christian, 6-0 'W W JsSSs XSN kQ&rS ^u S^ KS S^KSl Js-W& < s&< Greg Langland scored on a 2-yard run midway through the second period to give Kalamazoo Christian a 6-0 win over Maple Valley in the season finale for both teams. The Lions thus finish the season 6-3. It wasn’t the most most proficient of nights for the Maple Valley offense. The Lions finished with 11 first downs, 115 rushing yards and only 18 through the air. George Steinbrecher led the rushers with 57 yards on 14 carries. Twice the team moved the ball inside the Kalamazoo Christian 30 once in second period and once in the third but came away empty both times. “We just couldn’t do it,” said Lion coach Guenther Mittelstaedt of pushing the ball in the end zone. “I thought we played fairly we. (Leading rusher) well. George McClelland was hurt last week in practice and a couple of others were sick. I don’t want to make excuses, but we weren’t healthy.” The Comets didn’t exactly burn up the gridiron on of­ fense. They had 8 first downs, 73 rushing yards and 66 through the air. 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Students and biologists at six Michigan colleges and universities received 1985 grants. A high priority will be placed on projects benefiting those wildlife and Auction planned Nov. 16 to benefit Girlstown project Cocktails with the Governor, an autographed poster of Robert Redford, and a week at a cottage on Sunset Beach are among the 400 items that will go up on the auction block Nov. 16 at the Main Event Restaurant in the Pontiac Silverdome (I­ 75 at Opdyke). Sponsored by the Girlstown Foundation, proceeds from the auction will benefit Girlstown, a home in Belleville for severely emotionally disturbed adolescent girls. Preview and silent auction begins at 6 p.m.; bidding, with auctioneer Dan Stall, Legislation being considered on later school opening date Legislation that would require school districts to start after Labor Day is currently being debated in the Michigan House and supporters say its passage could give the Michigan recreation and tourism in­ dustry a boost. Supporters of the bill (HB 4461) say that school opening dates vary around the state. Many schools start classes before Labor Day, causing family vacations, camping trips and other events to be cancelledrpr cut short. According to the Michigan State Chamber of Com­ merce, states like Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, South Dakota, and Min­ nesota have adopted post­ Labor Day school opening laws. Missouri’s travel in­ dustry realized a 25 percent increase in business from Aug. 19 through Labor Day 1984, compared to the previous year. This resulted in about $40 million in in­ creased gross revenues and $1.6 million in state tax revenues. A State Chamber survey found that nearly two-thirds of Michigan’s registered voters favor starting school after Labor Day. The Sep­ tember survey found that if all Michigan Public schools followed such a rule, 15 percent of those questioned would increase their travel' activities while three per­ cent would decrease their travel plans. The Michigan Travel Bureau estimates that a 12­ 15 percent increase in travel by Michigan residents would mean an additional 250,000 to 300,000 trips, which would increase direct travel ex­ penditures by about $25 million. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call begins at 8:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets which include an open bar and hor d-oeuvres, are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. For advance tickets or to donate items, contact: Girlstown Foundation, (313) 588-1817; Norma Johnson, (313) 435-57678; or Sandy West, (313) 435-7753. Girlstown is supported locally by the. Hastings Womans Club, Vermontville Womens Club, and Charlotte Womens Club. plant species listed as en­ dangered or threatened in Michigan, Top consideration will also be given to those grant proposals which offer matching monies from outside sources to help share project costs with the Nongame Wildlife Fund. Grant proposals must be submitted by Dec. 15, 1985. Applications are available from The Nongame Wildlife fund, c-o Small Grants, Box 30028, Lansing, MI 48909. Copies of the form and other information may be obtained by calling the DNR at (517) 373-1263. This is not a tollfree number. All proposals will be reviewed and ranked by the Fund’s citizen advisory committee and approved projectswill be announced in mid-February. Volunteer 4-H leaders attend 'challenge' workshop recently Shawn Smith of Lansing and Tammy Herendeen of Eaton Rapids recently participated in the 1985 Salute to Excellence 4-H Challenge Workshop held at the Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Cornery. The purpose of the workshop was to increase the number of certified adult volunteers who provide a safe, quality outdoor ex­ perience through the Challenge program. The 4-H Challenge program involves activities ranging from mountaineering and canoeing to camping and wilderness survival. 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The consulting firm of Nisse, Taylor and Sulzman Associates attended the meeting to discuss procedures with the village Fuller gets new playground equipment Fuller School now has new playground equipment as a result of efforts by the Nashville PTO. Students here play on the equipment for the first time, last Thursday. by Shelly Sulser Students at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nash­ ville now have a new peice of playground equipment, as a result of efforts by the Nash­ ville Parent Teacher Organization. The new set was installed November 2-5 by school district employees Kim Hansen and Dave Gelding, on their own time. The set was originally supposed to be professionally installed by a Detroit company, but the company did not show-up to do the. job. After holding several fund raising projects, the PTO was able to buy the $5,200 equipment. PTO Vice-President Laurie Kipp said this type of equipment was chosen for its play value and capability of Castleton Township Board splits on clerk appointment by Shelly Sulser During four voting at­ tempts to appoint a new township clerk Wednesday^ the Castleton Township Board deadlocked in a 2-2 tie between applicants Donna Garvey and Pam Godbey. The board held a special early meeting to examine six applications for the job Sharon Bishop resigned last month. Other applicants hoping to fill the spot were Wallace Grim, Warren Travoli, Sally Stahl and Carol Appleman. Castleton Supervisor Justin Cooley and trustee Glen Godbey voted for Pam Godbey, who currently serves as deputy clerk in the township, while treasurer Loretta Pixley and trustee Nelson Rasey supported Garvey, each of the four times the vote was taken. Pam Godbey is the daughter of resigning clerk Bishop and the wife of trustee Glen Godbey. Prior to the voting, Cooley and other board members agreed that Glen should be allowed to decide whether to vote on the appointment despite the fact that he is married to one of the can­ didates. However, Cooley did caution Glen that he should consider the qualifications of other candidates. “We let him (Glen) vote because we didn’t think we could really call it a conflict of interest because he wasn’t voting for his own personal gain,” Cooley said Monday. In hopes of breaking the tie vote, the board has called a special 8 p.m. meeting for tonight (Tuesday), when the four board, members will again cast their votes for the clerk position. Cooley noted that if the board could' not make a decision within 45 days of the date the clerk resigned, which was October 2, the county clerk would have to order a special election, for which there would be a primary election. enhancing motor skills-and coordination. The new set contains climbing ropes, a slide and slide tunnel, ladder, monkey bars and tire swing, and has already become a favorite of the Fuller students. “The kids really seem to be enjoying it,” Kipp said. Parents who helped by hauling woodchips and distributing them un­ derneath the new playground set were Tom Taylor, George Hubka, Bernie Garvie, Bill Kipp and Diane Heyboar and sons. officials. Although Dora Nisse, who is affiliated with the firm, told the council, “The first thing you have to do is a study,” council trustees noted a study had been done when the project was first proposed. Trustee Donald Lewis noted the study had been completed and that scone application forms that had been sent to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (whose approval was needed for the project) were never received by HUD. Since a study has already been completed in the community, the citizen group will serve to update it and make recommendations to the council. Sam Taylor of the con­ sulting firm told the council the housing project would provide low rental housing for senior citizens and young couples not able to afford other housing, and as a congruent housing situation Tpr^tbe__elderly. The congruent housing would include a large dining area, day room and long term nursing care. “No matter what town it is in, these people need to be taken care of,” he said. The housing units would be owned by HUD and con­ trolled by the village itself. “I would like to talk to the people of the community so they can offer their input,” said Mayor Sue Villanueva. The matter was tabled until the December meeting of the council. In other discussion, in­ surance committee member Lana Oster reported the village has an opportunity to cut insurance costs in half, as a result of an offer by a Grand Rapids agency called the Municipal Consulting Managers. Oster and other members of the council had met with agent John Oros last week, to discuss the village insurance policy. According to Oster, Oros said he could give maximum village coverage, including errors and ommissions, inland marine equipment, boiler machinery coverage, etc. for $6,695 for one year, rather than the $12,510 the village is paying to the Burnham and Flower Insurance Agency. Before the council makes its decision, “We have to find out what he’s got to offer,” said Mayor Villanueva. “I’m not going to settle for anything less (in terms of coverage) than what we’ve already got now.” Oster noted that should the village decided to cancel their policy with Burnham and Flower, the company would have to return the village’s paid premium within 45 days of can­ cellation, minus a 10 percent short-rate cancellation penalty. Because Oros was not able to attend the village council meeting Thursday, the village officials hope to meet with the agent at a special meeting November 20. In council business, wage committee recommendations were approved, which include a $1,500 raise for the village clerk, which would increase her annual salary to $9,000. A $1,000 raise for the village treasurer was also approved, giving that position a salary of $4,000 annually, and village council members will receive $5 raises, increasing their pay to $25 per meeting. Wage increases will become ef­ fective March 1, 1986. Following wage recom­ mendation voting by the council, wage committee chairman Don Lewis resigned his committee appointment. “Its a thankless job, I’ll tell you that,” Lewis said. The council agreed at a public hearing to abandon the section of Elm Street between First and Second streets, Washington Street west of North Main and Jefferson Street between block three and four of East Main Street. Villanueva reported that the Eaton County Social Services Department would like to establish a.Headstart pick-up point in Ver­ montville, where children ages three to five can ride a bus to the Potterville Headstart facility. The Potterville school has received a grant from the state to build an additional room to the current facility, and would like more children to attend to use the new classroom. Villanueva said the social services depart­ ment of Eaton County will be conducting a survey in Vermontville to gather suggestions as to where the children should meet the bus. The children would attend the Headstart three to four days a week for three hours of classroom work. Continued on page 2— First-time donors make drive success The Maple Valley High School Blood Drive on Nov. 8 resulted in an increase over last year - 85 pints of blood were donated and 59 of those were first time donors. A two-gallon pin was presented to Gloria Norris. Student volunteers for the day were Stacy Conroy, Kerry Nickel, Lori Williams, Jill Fender, Lisa Franks, Greg Tilley, Sara Brackin, Tamera Frith, Julie Welcher, Susan Lightner, Glenda Chikkers, Wendy Williams, Lisa Hansen, Debby Hull, Jack Senrau, Debbie Staskus, Angela Filter, Mike Siple, Scott Carpenter, Melissa Breton, Greg Tilley, Ken Mead, Jim Fuller, Ann Hummel. Connie Kane, Jeff Sleeper, Polly Cook, Carmen Tobias, Tim Higdon, Glenn Ewing, Amy Laverty, Jackie Erwin, Bob McMillen, Beth McArthur, and Lisa Hansen. Nursing volunteers were Betty Myers, Janet Rush­ ford, Ilona Hazen, and Audrey Wetzel. Chairman Carleen Overholt thanks all volun- teers, in-school organizing teacher Chris Ricketts, and the Nashville Lions Club for the canteen food. Bob Harvey of Nashville was ready and willing to do his part by donating a pint of his blood at the blood drive at Maple Valley High School Friday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 2 Maple Valley Schools Appelman-Simon exchange vows Carol Louise Appelman and Dale Bruno Simon were united in marriage on Sept. 7, 1985, at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pewamo, Michigan. Card is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Appelman, of Nashville. Dale is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Simon, of Pewamo. Father Isidro T. Gargantiel performed the double ring ceremony. Kathy Christopher, a friend of the bride, was the maid-ofhonor. Bridesmaids were Jamie Appelman, sister of the bride; Melinda Appelman, cousin of the bride; Denise Hummel, cousin of the bride; Donna Simon, sister of the groom; and Julie Mitchell, friend of the bride. Ken Simon, brother of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen were Wendel Wardell, friend of the groom; Pat Appelman, brother of the bride; Ron Simon, brother of the groom; Dan Webern brother-inJaw of the groom; and Gary Blanchard, friend of the groom. Local flower arranging class being offered by community ed Before we know it — Thanksgiving and Christmas will be upon us. For those who enjoy flowers and holiday decorations ... but are dismayed at the costs, this is just the class for you. Maple Valley Community Education is offering as one of their enrichment classes a course in flower arranging. The floral class will be taught by Sharon DePriest, previous owner-operator of Sharon’s Flowers in Sister Lakes, MI. Sharon and her family now reside near Nashville. Mrs. DePriest will teach floral bow making the professional way, pot wrapping, corsage con­ struction, use of dried flowers (this is a limited quantity more to be taught at a later date dealing primarily with dried floarl arrangements), use of Christmas greens, fresh cut flowers, candles in your arrangements, swags, etc. Instruction may vary some depending on class interest. This class will cover basic centerpieces for the holidays and or standard arrangements. For those who are interested, contact Kay at Maple Valley Community Education Office. There is a limit of 20 students for this class. For those who feel they may not be able to ac­ complish this craft, don’t be discouraged, most any one can do it. Classes start Nov. 19, from 7-9 p.m. The class will run for five weeks. There is a fee for the class. For further information call 852-9275. j Maplewood School Monday, Nov. 18 Hot Dogs, Fries, Com, Fruit Pudding. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Rolls and Butter, Mix Fruit. Wednesday, Nov. 20 Chicken-Noodles, Crackers, Carrots-Celery, Fresh Fruit. Thursday, Nov. 21 Pizza, Peas, Peanut Butter Sdw., Peaches. Friday, Nov. 22 Bar-B-Q on Bun, Green Beans, or Sweet Potatoes, Juice Bars. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High and Kellogg Schools Lunch Lunch program is next week Maple Valley Community Education invites all area residents over 50 years of age to lunch and a program at the high school on Tuesday, NoV. 19 at 12:45. Lunch costs $1.40 and Clifton Mason will show slides taken while the Masons were on an African safari. To make a reser­ vation call by noon on Monday, Nov. 18th. The next meeting will be held on Dec. 17 and the program will be presented by the Maple Valley High School Choir under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef. To make your reservations call 852-9275. How can you guarantee that you could replace your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers optional guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for homes that qualify. It’s broader coverage—so you’ll never run out of money for covered losses. It may be more economical than your current policy that doesn't include guaranteed home replacement. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent to tell you how Homeowners protection can be no problem for you and your home. Putnam Library's building fund continues to grow The latest contributions to memorial contribution came Putnam Public Library’s from Mr. and Mrs. Joe building fund came in Andrews in memory of Kyle memory of Beatrice Penfold Sheldon. Donations to the fund to from Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Newland, Mr. and Mrs. Joe add a proposed $50,000 Andrews, Fern Hawblitz, Children’s Wing to the Fuller School Mr. and Mrs. Dave Dipert present facility on North and family, Mr. and Mrs. Main Street may be made at Monday, Nov. 18 Clair McMannis,' Mr. and the library or mailed to Post Hot Pork Sandwich, or Mrs. Donald Augustine, Office Box C, Nashville, Chef Salad, Mixed Grace B. Durham, Ralph 49073. Unless anonymity is Vegetables, Peaches. Culp, and Mr. and Mrs. requested, names will be Tuesday, Nov. 19 Nathan Sheldon. Another listed weekly in the Maple Pizza, Buttered Carrots, Valley News and will be Applesauce. inscribed on special scrolls Vermontville Council, Wednesday, Nov. 20 to be displayed in the new Hamburger, French Fries, continued from page 1 wing. Fruit Choice, Pickles. “I told them I thought Thursday, Nov. 21 there was a need,” said ACTION-ADS Tacos, Lettuce, Cheese, Villanueva, but, “we’ll wait WORK Peas, Pineapple Jello, until they come into town HANDYMAN and then decide what to do.” WANTED: Carpentry Honey Sandwich. Friday, Nov. 22 In other action, it was the repairs, plumbing repairs, Bar-B-Q’s on Bun, Tater general concensus of the yard work, roofing. 830 council to allow the mayor to Gregg St., Nashville, 852­ Rounds, Peach Cobbler. donate the broken park 9537. (tfn) bench top to the village museum. She reported the new bench top has been received and the bench is now repaired. Clerk Sharon Stewart reported she has found village minutes in a bound ’ book, dating back to the early 1900’s. She requested — NOW SERVING COD — these also be donated to the museum, with public access. Adults.. Children under 12. The council suggested that VFW 8260 in NASHVILLE museum officials should first — PUBLIC INVITED — be contacted about the matter. FISH & CHICKEN FRY Thi'No ProftGt/mfbople, • Friday, Nov. 15 • 5:30 til 7:30 Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Teresa Jones AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 P.M. Worship ... 6 Wed. Bible Study & Prayer Meeting .. 7 a.m. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH North State, Nashville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ..11 a.m. a.m.Sunday: p.m.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Bible Study......... 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday: A.M. Worsnip. 9:15 a.m Sunday School 10:30 a.m PASTOR MARY CURTIS Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. F.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Weorsnheisp p................ 7 p.m. REV. THOMAS VOYLES MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/> mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sunday School .. 10 a.m. south of Nashville) Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Evening Service .. 7 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. AWANA..... 7:00 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting 7:15 p.m. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School ..10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ..*2.50 ,*4.00 178 S. Main, Vermontville TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH Monday, Nov. 18 Wet Burritos or Regular, Corn, Pears. Tuesday, Nov. 19 Chicken Nuggets, Mashed Potatoes, and Butter, Peas, Applesauce, Bread and Butter, (Senior Citizens). Wednesday, Nov. 20 Fishwich, Tarter Sauce, Sweet Potatoes, Jello with Fruit. Thursday, Nov. 21 Bar B.Q.’s, Corn, Fruit Jello, Cookie. Friday, Nov. 22 Pizza, Green Beans, Peaches. Note: Milk is served with all lunches. Choice of 2 veg.’s and 2 fruits will be offered daily. NASHVILLE VFW 8260 i^uto-Ownm fnrurance' Stan Trumble LUNCH MENU Kurt Thelen, ^brother-inlaw of the groo served as commentator, ter boys were Mark G man and Doug Simon, nephews of the groom. Music wps provided by Colleen and Tony Goodman, cousins of the groom. Special guests were Eilene Sauders, grandmother of the bride, and Theresia Thelen, grandmother of the groom. The couple honeymooned in Toronto, Niagra Falls, and Washington D.C. They now reside in Nashville. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m. Wed. Service........7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe at 6:30 p.m. 203 N. State, Nashville REV. LEON POHL FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalama Highway and Ionia Rd. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM Thursday Night: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Bible Study ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening.Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR PASTOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 3 4-H leaders recognized at special gathering nington, Jenifer Boardman, and Sandra Bullen, all of Charlotte; Karen Service of Lansing; Kevin Kemper of Eaton Rapids; and Troy Thompson of Vermontville. Selected as Outstanding Teen Leaders were Karen Service, Kevin Kemper, Jenifer Boardman, and Troy Thompson. Special club awards were also presented at the banquet. Island City Variety and Gresham Grain Grin­ ders received club recreation awards. Club Community Service Awards were presented to Feed Fetchers, Vermontville Jr. Farmers, and We-R-A-4-H YW.. Club. Outstanding Leader Awards were presented to one leader per district of Eaton County. Those selected were Sue Mead of Mulliken, Kay Serven of Bellevue; Rosetta McCarrick of Eaton Rapids; and Jan Boardman of Charlotte. Entertainment for the evening was provided by singer Barbara Sherwood, accompanied by Lucille Tuckey. Master of Ceremonies was Sheriff Art Kelsey. Mistess of Ceremonies was Barb Rogers of East Hamlin Variety 4-H Club. Outstanding teens honored at the 4-H Leader Recognition Banquet included (from left) Rhonda Mott, Troy Thompson, Karen Service, Jenifer Boardman, Heather Brown, Lisa Locke, Kevin Kemper, Jim Mott and Britt Mott. (Photo supplied) Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN Illi ne::ry I iK'. rx 0 ri ft Peas, ta ta Satai Mn,i! Bareli iaittli by Beverly A. Barrett, 4-H and Gordon Sparks of Program Assistant Charlotte. The 1985 Leader Sixty-six leaders com­ Recognition Banquet was pleted their first year of 4-H held Saturday, Oct. 26, at the leadership during the past 4-H on year. Those present were Building the fairgrounds in Charlotte with recognized. Twenty adult leaders more than 200 teen and adult leaders and their families completed their fifth year of leadership. They were: attending. Paulette Fancher, Sandra Special guests were Commissioners Harlan Gilding, Pat Tirrell, Marie MacDowell, Edgar Oomen, Karen Wright, Judy Glandon, Dorothy Bosworth, Fleetham, Connie Burgess, Denise Clarke, and Sheriff and Joyce Freeman all of Charlotte; David Haigh and Art Kelsey. The banquet honored Judie Woodcock of Sunfield; friends of 4-H and volunteer Gary Roth of Grand Ledge; leaders for their service to Rosetta McCairrick, Charles the Eaton County 4-H McCarrick, Larry Johnson, program and recognized Carol Johnson and Chris outstanding 4-H teens. Kemper, all of Eaton Special club awards were Rapids; Trudy Lehman of Bellevue; Louise Todd of also presented. Honored as 1985 “Friends Vermontville; Jan Mott and of 4-H” and presented Larry Mott of Olivet; and plaques in recognition of Pat McCarthy of Battle their service to 4-H were Pat Creek. Each received the and Sid Murphy of Olivet, Silver Clover Award. Herbert and Marguerite Seven leaders completed McCarrick of Eaton Rapids, 10 years of leadership. Those Spruce up for Christmas VILLE VFO Have Your Furniture Reupholstered —at the — UPHOLSTERY HUT • View samples in your own homa 4k • JAi Free pick-up and deiveryCA,LL 7y-26-0501 VERMONTVILLE ^*^ who earned the Gold Clover Award were: Doug Buck, Nola Buck, Nancy Jourden, and Paula Oomen, all of Charlotte, Charles Barnes of Bellevue, Ruth Mary Kikendall of Eaton Rapids; and Peggy Parrott of Olivet. Three leaders were honored for 15 years of leadership and received the Pearl Clover Award. They were: Pat Langmaack and Sharon Powell of Charlotte; and Phyllis Wells of Ver­ montville. Sidney Murphy of Olivet was honored for 20 years of leadership and received a Diamond Clover Award. Barbara Rogers of Eaton Rapids was honored for 25 years of leadership and received the Emerald Clover Award. Fred Good of Charlotte was honoed for 30 years of leadership and received the Ruby Clover Award. . Michigan Farm Bureau and Dow Chemical sponsors the leader awards throughout the state. Recognized as the Out­ standing Photography Leader was Bonnie Laverty of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Teens Heather Brown from Vermontville, Kevin Kemper of Eaton Rapids, and Jim Mott from Olivet were awarded the National “I Dare You” award. Recipients are selected in Literary Club to meet See NANCY’S for the Look of the 1980s Nashville Womens Literary Club Meeting - Nov. 20th at 7:30 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall. Guest night. Program - special music of hammered dulcimers with guitar ac­ companiment. It's a Boy I Randy and Kathy Vessecchia, of 109 Phillips St., Nashville, are proud to announce the arrival of their new son born Oct. 21, 1985 at 12:10 p.m. and weighing 8 lbs. 5 ozs. Maple Grove Birthday Birthda Club meeting Nov. 19 Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville Phone... 726-0330 Maple Grove Birthday Club meets Tuesday, Nov. 19 at Maple Grove community building on M-66. Clara Pennock hostess. Elaine Metz co-hostess. Potluck dinner at 12:30. Jean Welker will bring birthday cake. recognition of excellence in character, well balanced personal development, and leadership potential. Seven older teens received the Michigan 4-H Key Club Award. They were: Jenifer Boardman, Paul Hamilton and Lisa Locke, all of Charlotte; Heather Brown of Vermontville, Britt Mott and Rhonda Mott from Olivet; and Karen Service from Lansing. This award recognizes members who have been active in 4-H and have provided significant leadership in their local clubs and in the county^ Nine 4-H’ers were nominated for the 1985 Outstanding Teen Leader Awards. They were: Lisa Wheeler, Jodi Dillenger, Connie Hice, Doug Pen- More natural looking nails, a ,on9er ,ostin9 ond stron9er nai nail. 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(HJ-93-WLO) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas by Susan Hinckley Nashville 'Best Town on the Map', former editor says (The following is the seventh and final installment of a series of “letters home” written by the late Len W. Feighner, editor-publisher of The Nashville News from 1888-1928, during a 1914 cross-country trip. Accompanied by his wife Stella, Feighner toured the South, Southwest and the West Coast before heading to the Northwest and home via Canada. In this last article Feighner tells of their journey from from Blaine, Blaine, Washington, to Nashville, “the best town on the map.” Nashville, Mich (Best town on the Map) March 28,1914 Dear Readers: Well, here we are, home again, after “surrounding” most all of the United States and part of Canada. And while the trip was a dream which we had indulged in for years, and which fully came up to our expectations in every way, we are really glad to get back and settled down again in good old Michigan. After my last letter, we had one of the most delightful side trips of the whole journey. We left early Blaine Monday going morning, to by Bellingham train. Bellingham is a very pretty town and one of the thriving ports of the Sound country. It is the county seat of Whatcome County. Here we took the steamer Kulshan en route to Anacorts, which place we reached before noon and found our old friend E. A. Phillips awaiting upon the wharf. “Gene” is one of the pioneers of Anacortes and one of its oldest and most prosperous businessman. He conducts a wholesale and retail business in groceries, hardware and ship chandlery, and recently moved into a magnificent new, building which he built for the business, having outgrown his previous quarters. He employes a large force of clerics, chief among whom is his son Keith, and the entire business is under the direct supervision of Mr. Phillips, who is also in­ terested in various other enterprises in Anacortes. We spent a most enjoyable day at the Phillips home, and were were shown shown the the city cityby by auto, auto, although the visit to Cap Sante, a high promotory overlooking the city and the surroundings had to be made on foot. The city is on an island, but is connected with the mainland by rail and highway. Anacortes is one of the thriving cities of the Sound country, having a large number of mills, packing houses and other industries which give it one of the largest and mst permanent payrolls of any of the coast cities, and which insures it a permanent growth. Tuesday morning we took another boat, the Island, for Friday Harbor, which is on San Juan island. The Islander left at six o’clock in the morning, and as we left Anacortes, with the moon just going down in the west and the east just indicating the approach of the rosy dawn, we thought of the old couplet about “early to bed and early to rise,” which our grandmother taught us, and also of what Bobbie Burnit said when the bookkeeper told him he would have to get down and sweep out the store at six in the morning, that he “supposed he could do it, but he hated to stay up as late as that.” However, when the first golden rays of the rising sun tinged the tips of the Olympics, off to the southwest, with a mystic pink The Michigan Central Railroad depot at Nashville (seen here circa-1915) was the final stop on the Feighners' journey. They departed from this station on January 5, 1914, with two 4-ft. strips of tickets for which they had paid station agent Elmer Greenfield "a heap sight more than we could afford," wrote Feighner, "but which we hope will bring us home safe and sound before the open season on black bass." halo, and later brought them "Home, sweet home" ... the Len Feighners were doggoned glad to be here out in white and rose against again" after a 1914 cross-country odyssey. The Nashville News editor shared his the distant peaks of the travel observations en route by writing entertaining letters home for publicaCascades to the northeast, tion in his newspaper. At Los Angeles the Feighners were joined by daughter we ceased regretting the loss Vada. The Feighner home at 224 Sherman Street in this 1910 photo appears much of our so dearly loved the same today. morning nap and were glad. Oh, that glorious morning! It steadily climbed up and up country gets apparently thing” for the natives. If it was well worth missing sleep until we reached the summit, better, towns are closer were not so, many of the to see. which is the highest point in together and farm buildings natives couldn’t live. If ...Arrived at Friday the pass, reaching an are larger, more modern and Michigan was advertised Harbor about ten o’clock, we altitude of 4,351 feet,then more numerous. At nightfall and boosted like the west coast country is, we would were warmly welcomed by dropping down to 2,430 feet we reached Portal, where we have to take clubs to drive Mr. and Mrs. Paxson, at Beavermouth, which crossed into the good old U.S. the people away. friends of -the McKinnis marks the dividing line again and had our baggage We left Vancouver with a bunch, who took us to their between the Selkirk range again inspected by customs home, fed us and then took us and the Rockies. Here we officials. We crossed North temperature of 80 degrees, on a most interesting trip again began to climb until Dakota in the night and found zero weather at about the island. It is sur- we reached the “Great northern Minnesota in the Medicine Hat and nearly all prising the amount of Divide,”at Stephen, where forenoon, arriving at Min­ through Alberta, about 20 splendid agricultural land the highest altitude on the neapolis Sunday afternoon at above at Minneapolis, 40 at Chicago and 50 when we 2:30. there is to be found on these road is reached, 5,321 feet. All this part of Minnesota reached home. All day Friday we spent islands. As one travels about looks prosperous and more Western Canada is being the mountains, the Sound in boats, the among wonderful like Michigan, with neat overrun with Hindoos. One the islands seem to be prin­ seeing cipally huge mounds of rock, beauties of nature, and farm homes, fine school sees them in swarms at with occasionally an opening where some of. man’s buildings and thriving cities Vancouver and Victoria, and in gradually lessening down to the water. greatest engineering feats and villages. We spent the remainder of numbers as we come east. Travelling about the island have been performed to in an auto, however, we surmount the obstacles the afternoon in Min­ Canada can’t well bar them found many splendid farms, which nature placed in the neapolis, took the train at out, for they are British beautiful good way of this route to the 7:05, and awoke in the subjects, but Uncle Sam roads, buildings, and an un- western coast. The train morning in time to get turns them back when they mistakeable air of comfort stopped twenty minutes at breakfast before we pulled try to cross the line. into Chicago, which thriving and prosperity. Field, which is one of the The week before we ... Wednesday morning we most beautiful places along village we left at 12:30 the arrived at Blaine, one of the left Friday Harbor on the the line, and all the same day for home, sweet canneries there made one steamer Rosalie for passengers piled out to gaze home. Doggoned glad to be shipment of $250,000 worth of Bellingham, on our way back at the magnificent moun- here again and to get back in salmon to Liverpool by to Blaine... and finally tains by which it is the harness. steamer. Last year was the Fike reached Bellingham in time surrounded. Mount Stephen, “big run”, which comes but to catch the night train to Mount Field, and several once in four years, like a Afterthoughts; We are presidential election, only Blaine. other grand peaks tower After spending another almost straight over the frequently asked if we say more welcome. week in Blaine, during which little town,and tempt one to any section of the country we California is building big time we had a highly en­ leave the train and become a liked better than Michigan. hopes on the expositions next joyable trip over excellent climber. That depends. If one has year. They figure that oodles roads to Whatcome Falls ... Leaving Field, we soon enough money so he can live of eastern money will be we finally were complelled came to the wonderful figure without work, and wants to poured into their coffers, and to pack up and start for 8 or spiral tunnels, by which take life easy, yes. Galveston we hope it will. They need home, which we did on the trains are enabled to is a splendid retreat for lazy the money. Wednesday, the 18th. The make the grade necessary to folks who don’t like the cold, At Mullan, a mining town Mayor accompanied us to pass the summit of the snappy weather we have in away up in the heart of the the train to see that we didn’t Rockies at the Great Michigan in winter. So is any mountains, we stayed over take any of the town Divide... These grades and part of southern California. night at a four-story frame property with us, and Geo. A. tunnels are soon to be done Flowers bloom out of doors hotel, twenty feet wide and Elsperman, collector of the away with by a tunnel under the year around. These sixty feet long. The fire port, accompanied us as far the mountains which is to be sections are a paradise for escapes were made by as Vancouver to see that the 16 miles long, and one end of people who don’t want to spiking pieces of 2x4 on the Canadian officials didn’t which will be in Alberta and earn a living an can’t stand sides of the building, beside turn us back as “un­ the other end in British the invigorating cold of the the windows, and nailing desirables.” We left Van­ Columbia. northern winters. strips across them. Our couver Thursday noon on the All day long we watched But if you have to work, room was away from any of Canadian Pacific, for the the beauties of the moun­ “that’s something else these, so we found a big rope last part of a trip which will tains until our eyes fairly again,” as Abe Potash says. in the room, one end of which never be forgotten... ached, seeing many There are thousands of men was fastened to a big iron Friday morning we awoke beautiful glaciers, with their all through the west looking ring in the wall under the to find ourselves at immense fields of green ice, for work. Nearly every city window, and a card on the Revelstoke in the foothills of shimmering waterfalls and is loaded up with idle men door informed us “In case of the Selkirk range... The train rushing streams, a verand the problem is a vexing fire throw the rope out of the tifable moving picture show one as to what to do for them. window.” We supposed they of magnificent scenery. But Seattle is raising money by wanted to save the rope. Can when we dropped into taxing and bonding in order you imagine Fike sliding nightfall at Banff we left it to keep a large force at work down a rope in case of fire? all, for the next morning on streets and boulevards. This Mullan town is so high when we awoke we had Other cities can’t follow the in the mountains that spring passed Medicine Hat, where example, for the reason that comes late and fall early. the cold weather factory is they are already taxed and Very little sunshine gets located, and had arrived at bonded to the limit. The west down ino the little valley. A the plains of Alberta. No is not as prosperous today as Swede who owned one of the more mountains. Just the east. Whether it will be hotels was trying to sell out prairie. Long reaches of aftger the canal is opened is because he didn’t like the territory with only an oc­ a question no man can an­ climate. He said, “We only casional little bunch of farm swer. haf yousht tree seasons buildings and about every At present, the west is a Youly, August, unt veenter.” twenty or thirty miles a little good place to stay away The town is a hustler, trading point. from, either for a working however. The mines are From here as one gets into man or a business man. But turning out lots of silver, eastern Alberta and over it is a bully place for tourists copper and lead, and money into Saskatchewan, the and the tourists are a “good Continued on next page— �12, 1985 — Page le Historical Society to present awards President Susan K. Collins of the Historical Society of Michigan will present Volunteer Recognition Awards to Bernard Ommen, Esther Shepherd and Martha Zemke of the Vermontville Historical Society on Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. A potluck dinner and meeting of the Society will follow. Ben Ommen, a Board of Trustees member for many years keeps the Ver­ montville Museum in tip top shape. He volunteers to repair, design, build, move, arrange, and generally iL. %msjJ O l*»K “•HU u !5j sStad ** sS^SOb •«h Ufa!*^i !*^i *« *KjSis **••* teijJ '*®SiudlK ■ sate s ■telSflj battik Utt taft ten ' * PPKitaiiuiij ijlnssaij Utt «!wedatKa»el KM ■ns ten Pfekt ipMSh ptadiswlitej skulKiei 'io'.ttajt act i w®.i iwsy ■on Loa ■ ta ^aitat urtnlcu QSrinlK XBJtjtaE wlfcjljrti if sskim?' ffiSJ pwedJifci ansi :tartaq itu? it (tai Atlikitaf tarn iwyptafck: Vermontville by Ava Kroger news Coming Events: Tuesday, Nov. 12 Chamber of Commerce Potluck at Pat’s Sugar Hut, 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14 - Senior Citizens Noon Potluck and Bingo in the Griswold Room. Sunday, Nov-. 17 - Area Churches Hymn Sing at 7:30 p.m. at Potterville United Methodist Church. Thursday, Nov. 21 Historical Potluck and Program at Methodist United Church at 7 p.m. Memories, continued is plenty. Beer is fifteen cents a glass. I only stayed there one day. No, I didn’t go fishing, although I had the fever. One has to have a license to go fishing in the western country. The week I came away two fellows dropped a line into a bit of a brook just over the line, and it cost them $58 each. I couldn’t afford it. I’ll wait for the bluegills at Thomapple. — WANTED — Snow Blower • Lawn Mower • Rototiller • Camping Equipment • American Made Tools Saws, All Kinds Refrigerators • Por­ table Color ~TV's Wood Stoves Antiques • Kitchen & Dinette Sets • Garden Tools • All Reuseable Mer­ chandise • Must be Top Quality. WE PAY TOP DOLLAR Quality Pawn 209 N. AAAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone 8S2-9473 9 to 5 Monday thru Saturday biaf mijiBitb tam rftiiW' tab*5IKfutafta* gtylbta1 fat* > g4 *tab* Ktt ttt""11*: i#?lfl’1«i ><•5 LalM>•* "! L< , m >"! i’>2b <**?!*' Program by Greta Firster on her Senior Citizens trips. Wednesday, Nov. .27 Thanksgiving Eve Service at First Congregational Church at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving! Mrs. Kim (Nagle) Baklund and three-year-old Bobby from Huntersville, Arkansas and her sister Mrs. Tracy (Nagle) Yawger of Battle Creek spent several days last week visiting their grandmother Mrs. Leta Nagle. Glad to report Dale Northrup was released Friday from H.G.B. Hospital. Becky Lingholm, daughter of Larry and Roz Lingholm, had appendicitis surgery last Tuesday, she was released on Friday and was able to be in church Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Dan Watson and children and Mrs. Hermina Southern were Friday night supper guests of Mrs. Kate Snider. Correction: It was Mrs. Mabel Walsh not Marsh who passed away in Kalamazoo. Sorry! Happy to report Mrs. Greta Firster was released from Ingham Medical Hospital on Wednesday. Her cousin Mrs. Myrtle Woodruff of Lansing is staying with her and she has had lots of company from her many friends. and her court at the annual Maple Sugar Festival. The President of the Vermontville Historical Society, Martha Zemke, his contributed invaluable ideas, time, enthusiasm and effort to the Society. The campaign to finance and carry out the restoration of the Museum were successful due in large part to her devotion to all aspects of the task. One of her innovative projects is the Society’s annual Sugaring-off Party in February. Then in the summer children in town enjoy the Craft days that she has developed. The whole community has benefitted from Martha’s con­ tributions. The Historical Society of Michigan initiated the Volunteer Recognition Program in December, 1984, in an effort to recognize and honor the volunteers of local historical societies and museums in Michigan. The contributions of time, energy, and enthusiasm by these volunteers are vital to sustaining the organizations that work to preserve Michigan’s rich heritage. The Volunteer Recognition Award is one of honor, not competition and worthy volunteers are actively being sought. If your local history organization knows of someone who deserves such as award, please contact Susan Schultz at the Historical Society of Michigan, 2117 Washtenaw, Ann Arbor, MI 48104. A non-profit organization, the Historical Society of Michigan promotes the preservation of state and local history throughout Michigan. It is supported by more than 5,000 members and serves as a major clearing house of information to assist the more than 275 local historical societies and agencies in Michigan. CO A Menu, Coming Events Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60, at the Commission on Aging Monday through Friday at 116 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings and the Masonic Temple in Nashville; Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Delton; Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Eagles’ Club in Woodland. Suggested donation is 75 cents, but donations are private and up to the individual as to what is affordable. Food stamps are accepted. All sites are barrier free. Nov. 13 - Baked lasagna, tossed salad with dressing, cran-apple juice, garlic toast, oatmeal cookie-Hast., Sing along with Fern-Del., Blood Pressure clinic and Lansing Gilbert, slides. Nov. 14 Roast Turkey, whipped potatoes, gravy, squash, bread dressing, chilled apricots-Hast. & Nash., Bingo. Nov. 15 - Grilled liver with onions, broccoli, baked potato, dinner roll, fruit cocktail- Wood., speaker on Dessa (Heckert Handel is having a 90th birthday celebration. An open house for Dessa will be given at the family home, corner of S. Main and E. Francis St., Nashville, on Sunday, Nov. 17, from 2-5 p.m. Neighbors, friends, and relatives are invited to join the celebration. See... Dorothy and Irene To Look your BEST for the Holidays - WALK-INS WELCOME- Irene’s Beauty Shop 204 NORTH MAIN ST., NASHVILLE • 852-9107 ! H 309 North Main Street, Nashville devices to aid seniors. Nov. 18 Spaghetti with meat sauce, wax beans, citrus section salad, italian bread, tapioca pudding— Hast., Lansing Gilbert, slides—Wood., Mary Palkowski, “Exercise and Health”. Nov. 19 - Polish sausage, whipped potatoe, corn, wheat roll, chilled pineapple. Margarine and milk are included with each meal; coffee and tea are available. Menu is subject to change without notice. Monday and Tuesday TAPE RENTAL.... JO’S WEARHAUS jean TAPE RENTAL...... *30U — VCR Rental Available — Ghostbusters and Beverly Hills Cop IN STOCK! VIDEO GAMES • BLANK TAPES - VIDEO ACCESSORIES Over 170 Titles to Choose From ! School Hours: Monday-Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10-8 p.m. Phone oe 852-1948 2996 N- ,onia Road VERMONTVILLE Ph. 726-0486 Party Mart Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Peps’ ^ree & D’et Peps’ ^ree C41Q Save 70 SALE Storewide Cabana Chips imvui • >mnr • nt • •%-rts -rs MEN’S BASIC Sizes 28-38 Levi Jeans reg. I »19.9? 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Cochran, Charlotte Cream • Hot or Cold Subs and Sandwiches State Journal ♦ instant Lottery “Winter Windfall — HOURS — Monday thru Thursday................ 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday.................... 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sunday ........................................... 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 6 Boarshead Theater acts out fairy tales for students Marilyn Campbell, left, and Jerry Pott of the Boarshead Theater in Lansing acted out fairy tales for Fuller and Kellogg students at Fuller Thursday. Shown here is a scene from Rapunzel. In the White Snake, Jerry Pott played man courting the princess, who had to perform impossible feats to win her favor. Here, he catches a ring that the three "fish" in the foreground found for him. Four members of Lan­ sing’s Boarshead Theater were at Fuller Elementary School in Nashville Thur­ sday to act out fairy tales for the students of Fuller and Kellogg schools. Jerry Pott, Jeff Gruczewski, Kathrine Coscarelly and Marilyn Campbell of the theater portrayed makebelieve as they acted out three fairytales: The White Snake, Rapunzel and Petranella. The Boarshead theater is currently on a tour of schools in Eaton County, and others, including Muskegon, Saranac and Paw Paw to act out the skits. “I really liked it,” said one student. “It was fun!” Boarshead actors con- ducted acting workshops with local fourth grade students last spring, and visited each class again last week to talk about facial, body and voice expression. Fourth graders from the district will have a chance next spring to go to Lansing to and see a real live play. “its been really good,” said teacher Pat Hanson. Especially for your CHRISTMAS SEWING $000 FAKE FUR 5 Colors Available The students seemed to be a captivated audience as they watched the actors perform. YD QUILTED FABRICS for Vests, Jackets, Robes, etc..... 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Lie. #1748 WSA Monday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tues.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 1510 North Broadway — Hastings — Call... 945-3906 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 '/«" pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2 -5 Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pu mps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 7 Valley eagers remain in first The Maple Valley Lion girls stayed atop the SMAA conference by defeating two league rivals last week. On Monday, the Eagles of Olivet came to the Valley gym as the only team to defeat the league leaders. The 40-38 Olivet win had come late in the game in the Eagle gym. This time, however, the Lions took control early and never looked back leading by 9 points early in the second quarter and building to a 21 point spread early in the final period. The final tally was 56-44 in favor of Valley. Defense played a key role in the Lion win. Leading Olivet scorer Karyn Kuerbitz was held to 10 points. Lion Sheri Forell had 7 steals and 24 points. Kim Bahs grabbed 10 rebounds and tallied 12 points. Adding 5 points to the Lion total was Carol Lamie who also pulled down 9 Sports rebounds. Also scoring for Valley were Dawn Morawski with 7 points, Kelly Haefler, 4; Carmen Hamilton, 2, Beth Starring and Cassie Davidson, 1 each. Also seeing action for the Lions were Kim Smith, Debbie Corkins and Debbie Hull. The action on Wednesday night produced the same lopsided victory as Monday. The Lion girls posted a 56-33 victory over Springfield. The win helped celebrate Parent’s Night and Lion eager Kim Bah’s birthday. The pace was slow for Valley at first The first Lion point came at 5:42 on a freethrow by Dawn Morawski. Five Lions named to SMAA football team Mike Reece, and lineman Steve Cobb of league-champ St. Philip. The defensive team consisted of tackle Juan Toledo of Bellevue; back Scott Carpenter and lineman Kein Kehoe of Bronson; linebacker Lyle Curtis of Olivet; back Jeff Holley and linebacker Gary DeWitt of Pennfield; and linebacker Mike Hutson and middle guard Tom McManus of St. Philip. Maple Valley had three players named honorable mention and one special mention. Marty Smith, George Steinbrecher, and Matt Coleman were named honorable mention while Mike Smith was special mention. Southern Michigan Athletic Association runnerup Maple Valley landed five players on the 1985 all­ league team. Senior linemen Scott Villanueva and Mike Siple were awarded positions on the offensive team while back Matt McClelland, linebacker Mark Hess and lineman Jim Fuller were named to the defensive unit. Also named to the of­ fensive first team were tailback Marc Pestun of Bellevue; end Don Car­ penter and tackle Micky Smoker of Bronson; guard Steven Near of Pennfield; running back James Green and end Gary Curtis of Springfield; quarterback Tim Hayes, running back The first Lion bucket wasn’t tallied until the 4:42 mark by Sheri Forell. But from then on it was all Valley and the Lion coasted to an easy win. Beth Starring had 5 steals and 8 points for the Lions. Carol Lamie led Valley rebounders with 7. She added 10 points. Sheri Forell netted 18 points to pace Lion scores. Kim Bahs added 8 points, Dawn Morawski 4; Kim For a fun-filled evening Thursday, Nov. 21 from 6:30­ 9:30 p.m., come to Adams’ Skating Center, 1069 Lansing Road, Charlotte for 4-H Family Roller Skating night. The entire family is invited as well as friends. This special evening is held on the third Thursday of each month. Cost is $1.50 with skates; $2.25 without skates. with the cut or style ,Just for you ACTION-ADS It's here at the Village Hair Port 470 E. Main St., Vermontville Call for appointment... 726-0257 Senior Citizen Discount HAPPY HOLIDAY PILGRIMS V05 HAIRSPRAY niberto AEROSOL 7 OZ. OR NON-AEROSOL 8 OZ. YOUR COST AFTER REFUND VOS ~75 n 852-9192 iWnch lilWinrj SUSPENSION 12 OZ. n NIVEA #8413 #8461 CREAM 6 OZ. MICRO-FINE III INSULIN SYRINGE 1 OR </; CC 75C LESS MFG. REFUND OFFER $17.49 -S2.00 YOUR COST AFTER REFUND $15.49 POLAROID Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children VOS 239 #8410 #8412 $1.50 100'S LESS MFG. REFUND OFFER Bobbie’s Unique f — Nail Service — FALL into Fashion ANTIQUE MARKET (last one of 1985) The Peoples Choice, Ionia Fairgrounds on M-66; Sunday, Nov. 17, 8-5 p.m.; 185 inside spaces! Entry only $1; free parking! 517-485-4409. ALCOHOL SWAB "The Mirrors image" hiiaolz luiafle.. Winter sports at Maple The deadline for donations Valley will soon be starting in each winter sport is as and donations for each in­ follows: varsity, junior dividual participating in a varsity, freshman basket­ winter sport will soon be due. ball, Nov. 20; varsity, junior The Athletic Boosters have varsity, freshman set the following donation cheerleading, Nov. 20; guidelines for each Maple wrestling, Nov. 20; Valley athlete: Seniors and volleyball, Dec. 10; and Juniors, $35; Sophomores, junior high basketball and $25; Freshman, $20 and Jr. cheerleading, Dec. 18. High $15. The next skate is scheduled for Dec. 19. B-D See... Marsha, Lucy, Sylvia & Darlene for Festive Days! 111 N. Main, Nashville Smith and Cassie Davidson 3 each, Kelly Haefler, 2. Valley now is assured at least a share of the league crown. They can capture the title outright by defeating Bronson on Wednesday or St. Phillip the following Mon­ day. This Monday’s action will take place at Middleville. Wednesday the Lions travel to Bronson. It has also been announced that the Lions will play Bellevue (4-13) Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. in the district tour­ nament at Bellevue. If the Lions win, they play Olivet (11-6) on Nov. 23 at 8 p.m. The distict championship is set for Nov. 26 at 7 p.m. 4-H family roller skating on Nov. 21 ,orthe Jkkad Maple Valley winter donations due soon 600 HIGH SPEED FILM OR SX-70 FILM SINGLE PACK r HANKCRAFT YOUR Y ■CHOKE HUMIDIFIER 2 o/ .0oo0 -$1.00 YOUR COST AFTER REFUND $6.88 16” 1 GALLON Not as pictured HANKCRAFT BOBBIE INTRODUCING... NEW SYSTEM III Transparent Natural Looking SELSUN BLUE — NAIL SYSTEM — With Curing Light 131 S. State, Nashville • fiOO SHAMPOO AMPOO 7 OZ. Remember bobble's for your manicuring needs. Store specials going on thru Nov. 4th Annual 635 f don’t forget I Arts and Crafts Show I 99 | at Country Center Bldg, on - Kalamazoo Fairgrounds & Sponsored by... Augusta 4th of July Club NOVEMBER 23 • 9 AM to 5 PM "See you there!" ®, HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 I89 HANKCRAFT GALLON LESS MFG. REFUND OFFER 1-517-852-0940 ’ LOTION 10 OZ. INHALANT 40Z- £69 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 8 Area food distribution set for Nov. 19 The bi-monthly surplus food distribution for the area is coming up. Barry County distribution day will be Tuesday, Nov. 19. There are four foods available this time around; cheese, butter, rice, and non­ fat dried milk. This is the first time milk has been available to recipients since last December. This distribution program is administered by the Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan. More than 50 volunteer sites and 500 volunteers assist with this food help program by providing space, per­ sonnel, trucking, and unloading services. Sites include church, and civic groups, township halls, and community service organizations. Persons 60 years of age and over, may register to receive commodities at a Barry County Commission on Aging Nutrition Site; Hastings COA Office; Nash­ ville Masonic Temple; or Woodland Eagle’s Club. Individuals presenting a valid Commodity Card at their chosen site are eligible to receive this food. Com­ modity cards expiring JulyNovember 1985 must be renewed for another year. For people receiving their food at one of the Barry County sites, new ap­ plications, card renewals, and changes on the com­ modity card, may be done at the individual sites on distribution day, or until Nov. 15, at the Community Action Agency office, (220 W. Court St., Hastings, Mich.) To renew an expired card, persons must present their current blue commodity card and verification of their income level and household size. Food is available on a firstcome, first-served basis at each site. It is suggested that people bring bags or other containers in which to put the food they receive. To avoid waiting, people are encouraged not to arrive at the food sites until they have opened. Volunteers are needed to unload, pick up and help with commodities. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Barry County Community Action Agency Office, at the Courts and Law Building, 220 W. Court St., , Hastings, Michigan, or phoning 948­ 4883. Continued column 5 below— Frenches' 50th anniversary The children of Clifford and Cecilia French invite you to join them in celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house on Sunday, Nov. 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Holt Masonic Temple, 2168 North Cedar St., Holt. Lentz St., Nashville 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Maple Valley Arms, 106 Lentz St., Nashville 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prairieville Township Hall, 10115 Norris Rd., Prairieville 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 502 Green St., Hastings 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Ambrose Church, 11252 Floria Rd., Delton, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Rd., Woodland 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. St. Francis Church, 11842 W. Nine Mile Rd., Orangeville 12 noon to 5 p.m. Food distribution, continued Barry County Distribution Sites, Tuesday, Nov. 19. American Legion Post No. 484 3801 Hickory Rd., Hickory Corners 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Assyria Township Hall, 8094 Tasker Rd., (at M-66) 9 a.m. to 12 noon. After 60 Club of Mid­ dleville, Middleville, Mich. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Department of Social Services, 555 W. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Johnstown Township Fire Station, M-37 near Mill Lake 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Maple Valley Arms, 106 Marketing outlook meeting planned in Lake Odessa The last thing you need when you’re over 55, is a problem paying for your car insurance. Age has its rewards. Sometimes. It does with Auto-Owners. They give good drivers age 55 or older a discount. So instead of raising your premiums or reducing your coverage you may pay a little less for your auto insurance. Auto-Owners respects maturity and a good driving record. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how he can save you money on your car insurance. When you hear the news, you’ll be glad you’ve got a few years behind you. On Monday, Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. is planned a marketing outlook meeting at the Lakewood High School, located two miles southeast of Lake Odessa on M-50. These meetings have been held quarterly with good attendance from local far­ mers and agri-businesses. Dr. Jim Hilker of MSU Ag Economics Department will discuss strategies current with the market situation for corn, soys, wheat and navy beans. An update on the Farm Bill will be discussed along with a short presen­ tation on the long term outlook of commodity prices. Along with Dr. Hilker will be Rob Fisher of Merrill Lynch. Rob has presented his views of the market situation many times before at the outlook meetings. Rob usually discusses global type pressures on the market and makes predictions of where he thinks prices will go in the future. All people involved in marketing crops are invited and encouraged to attend. Any questions may be directed to the Eaton County Extension office at 543-2310. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CAFETERIA — THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. Doors Open at... 5:30 p.m. e Craft Nook Now is the time to order your... 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STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 9 Holiday spirit "growing" at Kellogg Forest; workshop on trees set How does MSU’s Kellogg Biological Station contribute to making your holiday season merrier? If you purchase a fresh, healthy Michigan-grown Christmas tree this year, you can thank in part the researchers and extension personnel at Kellogg Forest near Augusta. Forestry researchers from Michigan State University have worked for years at the Forest developing superior strains of spruce, pine, and fir which will grow best in Michigan conditions. They have also studied methods for control of disease and pests which affect Christmas tree species in the state. Forestry extension staff at Kellogg Forest have helped your Christmas tree grower to produce the best possible EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR WiNsb Tues., Nov. 12 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association, Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wed., Nov. 13 - 7-9 p.m. Potterville High School Library Preparing For The Holidays. Register by calling the Eaton County Extension Office, 543-2310 or 372-5594. Thurs., Nov. 14 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Teen Club, 4-H Building Auditorium Fairgrounds. Thurs. Nov. 14 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds. Nov. 15-17 - Annual Conference of 4-H Adult Horse Leaders, Kettunen Center. Mon., Nov. 18 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Fairboard Meeting, Shopping Guide, Charlotte. Nov. 19 & 20 - Governor's Conference on The Future of Michigan Agriculture, pre-registration required with MDA. Wed., Nov. 20 - 7:30 p.m. Jr. Livestock Association Board Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Thurs., Nov. 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. 4-H Roller Skating, Adams’, Charlotte. Nov. 22-24 - 4-H Careers Unlimited Workshop, Kettunen Center. Saturday, Nov. 23-4 p.m. State 4-H Rodeo Banquet, 4-H Building, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Nov. 28 - Happy Thanksgiving Mon., Dec. 2-7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Big Georges Party Store B G GEORGE’S 637 S. Main St. • Nashville «k I hi s’ssij ■■tai pMtiih&i ■ ili ssratasiiB a I Mexican Specials Itaftittpgifyk EP/ • New Taco Salad ijsitiwi Super Nachos nmb satirn arena airin'sum ■ is itarttato gm jlMfctlM itav Shoppers can learn how to select and maintain a fresh Christmas tree at the Kellogg Biological Station workshop December 3. (Photo supplied) pensive because it will not grow on the wide range of soils that Scotch pine will.” Minter offers these tips to shoppers on choosing a tree that will stay fresh: -Bend a needle on the tree. If it is resilient, the tree is fresh. -Bump the base of the tree hard on the ground. If the needles do not fall, the tree is fresh. -Feel the bottom of the stump. On fresh trees it feels sappy and moist. After bringing the tree home, stand it in a bucket of water in a cool, shaded area out of the wind. 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Several of the members were delegates to two con- ferences inOshtemo. In their reports they brought out that there are 63,000 retired school people in Michigan and only 19,000 belong to MARSP. It was voted that MARSP is the only organization “which speaks and works exclusively for retired school people?’ The next meeting will be held at the Middleville Methodist Church on May 28. The group extends an in­ vitation to this meeting to “all” retired school people. COA surplus commodities distribution setfor Nov. 19 Those registered at the three COA distribution sites may pick up their com­ modities on Nov. 19 at the following times: Hastings Office - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nashville Site -11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at the Woodland site, on Nov. 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. While there, those 60 and over are invited to join our site members for lunch. Simply call 948-4856 at least the day before a reservation. While you dine, your com­ modities can be assembled for your convenient pick-up after lunch. Due to the large number of persons participating in the surplus food give-away the COA desperately needs volunteers to help with the distribution. If you feel you are able to donate a couple of hours of your time every other month, please call Mary Palkowski at 948-4856. Your help will be greatly appreciated. includes handouts, refresh­ mens, and a drawing for a Christmas tree, is $3 per person. Pre-registration is required. Call the Kellogg Biological Station Extension Office, 671-4485, for registration information. Ulllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllltlllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllt 852-9833 Hiatal lai tree by conducting workshops for growers on tree planting, shearing, and plantation management. Michigan is the leading producer of plantationgrown Christmas trees in the country, supplying about 15 percent of the national market. Now Kellogg Biological Station is offering a workshop for shoppers to help them select and maintain their Christmas trees this year. “Forest Products For Holiday Use” will be held at the Kellogg Biological Station Education Center on Tuesday evening, Dec. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. Participants will have an opportunity to see examples of several types of Christmas trees and learn about the advantages and disad­ vantages of each. Good specimens of Scotch pine, white pine, white spruce, Colorado blue spruce, Douglas fir, and balsam fir will be shown and discussed, and a drawing for the trees will be held at the end of the workshop. “Christmas trees are really a matter of personal preference,” explains Bill Minter, Extension Forester at Kellogg Biological Station, “but each species does have advantages and disadvantages. Scotch pine is full and bushy, but the needles are stiff, making it difficult to handle and trim. White pine has softer needles, but the branches won’t bear as much weight. Spruces tend to lose their needles sooner than pines, and balsam fir is more ex- = = = = = = = Our special thanks this week to Rollo = Wightman of Hastings and Robert Walter = of Lake Odessa for doing business with = Unity. = MANY SYSTEMS TO CHOOSE FROM 10’ System Installed Starting a I 120000 = • Hytek/Dexcel = • Ramsey/ProStar = • Chaparral • Raydx = • Unlden "iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiur; �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 10 BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Nov. 12 - 4-H Awards Program, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 13 - 4-H Horse Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Community Building, Hastings, followed by Horse Movies. All 4-H leaders, members, parents and others that are interested are invited to attend. Nov. 15-17 - 4-H Adult Horse Leaders Conference, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Nov. 16 - “Ease Into The Holidays With Style”, and “Fun With Holiday Greenery”, Kellogg Biological Station, Hickory Corners. Must have a paid reservation. Nov. 18 - 4-H Dairy Goat Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 18 - Craft Day Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 19 - 4-H Fishing Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 19 - 4-H Master Leader Program, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 19-20 - Governors Conference on Agriculture, Hyatt Regency, Flint. Nov. 20 - 4-H Advisory Council 7:30 p.m., Extention Office, Hastings. Nov. 21 Ambassadors Club 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 21 4-H Dairy Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 22-24 - 4-H Careers Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. Nov. 25 - Grain Market Update - Lakewood High School, 8 p.m. Nov. 25 - 4-H Expansion and Review meeting 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 29 - 4-H and FFA Beef Rate of Gain Contest (must call the Extension office to register before the event). Dec. 5 MAEH Holiday Tea, Community Building, Hastings. Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... Rental Cleaning & Maintenance TOM FRITH, Owner NASHVILLE 517-852-9650 State beef show being held at MSU Eaton County young people are invited to take part in the Michigan Winter Beef Show, an all-breed beef heifer and prospect steer show, to be held Dec. 14 at the Michigan State University Livestock Judging Pavilion. “The event provides 4H’ers and other Michigan young people with an ex­ cellent opportunity to gain practice in exhibiting their livestock and also allows them to compare their animals with others com­ peting in the show,” says Nancy D. Thelen, Eaton County 4-H youth agent. All Michigan young people ages 8 through 21 may enter the show. Showmanship classes will be divided ac­ cording to the ages of the participants. Heifer classes will be divided by breed and age, and steer classes will be divided by the weight of the animals. Ribbons, trophies and premiums will be presented in each division. A trip to the American Breeders Service (ABS) Bull Stud in DeForest, Wisconsin, will be awarded to the first place winners in showmanship classes for ages 13-14, 15-16 and 17-21. Tentatively planned for spring 1986 in a two-day trip to the ABS facility, plus tours Consumers Power offers rewards to curb vandalism On Nov. 2, some 6,570 households in the Tawas area unnecessarily lost electric service for more than three hours. The cause? Gunshot damage to insulators on a 46,000-volt transmission line. “Gunshot damage to in­ sulators is a year-round problem for Consumers Power and its customers, but deer hunting season seems to make the situation even worse,’ said Rann C. Lin­ coln, vice president, distribution operations. “The recent incident in Tawas points up the seriousness of the problem of firing at electric equipment. This is more than an in­ convenience, it could en­ danger many people. And all because a frustrated hunter used our insulators for target practice,” Lincoln said. “True sportsmen don’t shoot at our insulators. Legitimate hunters use common sense. Some careless people, however, disregard the safety and welfare of others.” Lincoln asks sportsmen’s clubs, conservation organizations and respon­ sible private citizens to help prevent damage to power line insulators. It has costs Consumers Power Company $665,000 since 1975 to replace thousands of insulators damaged by gunfire. Last year, $53,206 was spent to repair 868 insulators. So far this year, more than $32,000 has been spent repairing 430 insulators. Thousands of customers have lost power because of gunfire damage. Consumers Power offers cash rewards of varying amounts for information leading to the arrest and arraignment of those who cause power outages. In­ formation can be given to local Consumers Power offices or to local police. The utility’s power lines are located in 61 counties in the lower peninsula, serving more than 1.3 million electric customers. ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) FOR SALE: W-99, good starter home, heeds some tender loving care. 3 bedrooms, large living room with fireplace, well in­ sulated, large lot near school and downtown. Alice Wiser 374-7456 or Yager State Wide 374-8400 Lake Odessa. COMPUTER SALES: A perfect Christmas gift, new and used equipment and peripherials. Winter classes now forming for Tuesday and Thursday evenings 517­ 852-1784 Nashville. (12-17) CHAIN SAWS: Husquvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville (517-726-0133). (tfn) FOR SALE: W-9, this 3 bedroom home has all the extras plus a superb location. Full basement, fireplace in formal dining room, dishwasher, disposal, first floor laundry, garage, all on 2 lovely lots. Priced to sell with assumable mor­ tgage. Alice Wiser 374-7456 or Yager State Wide 374-8400 Lake Odessa. SEPTIC TANK CLEANING; Approved by Michigan Dept, of Health. Call Menzo Howe, Charlotte, 543-0173. (tfn) of beef operations in the DeForest area. The trip is sponsored by the sale representatives of ABS. To be eligible for entry into the show, beef heifers must have been bom between Jan. 1, 1984 and June 30, 1985. Prospect steers must weigh from 400 through 850 pounds. A herdsman’s quiz will be given at 8 p.m. Dec. 13. The quiz consists of 50 multiple choice questions covering nutrition, reproduction, management and meats. There will be a 30-minute time limit. The three age division for this contest will be 8-12, 13-16 and 17-21. Trophies and ribbons will be awarded. An entry fee of $10 per head is due by Dec. 1. Animals entered after Dec. 1 will require a $20 per head entry fee. There is no entry fee for the herdsman’s quiz. The entire day’s events are free and open to the public. For more information about the event, contact Thelen at the Raton County Cooperative Extension Service office, or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594. Obituaries Marguerite B. Wilson SPRINGFIELD Mrs. Marguerite B. Wilson, 91, formerly of Nashville, died Sunday, Nov. 10, 1985, at the Provincial House in Springfield. Funeral ser­ vices will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13th, at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home in Battle Creek with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery, Battle Creek. Mrs. Wilson was bora on Sept. 8, 1894 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Delbert and Mary (Heid) Sackett and was raised in the Battle Creek area. She married George H. Wilson in May, 1952 and he preceded her in death in July, 1973. She lived in Nashville from 1952 until 1983. She was employed as a bookkeeper for Oliver Farm Equipment, Central Elec­ tric, and Hubbard Electric, all of Battle Creek. Served 17 years as the Village Treasurer of Nashville. She also worked with her husband in the George Wilson Insurance Agency, Nashville. Mrs. Wilson is survived by a daughter Marian L. Cousineau of Battle Creek, one step grandchild and three step great grand­ children. ACTION-ADS GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1. (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1-805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. (12-3). Serving Our Country Randy L. Wood Randy L. Wood, son of Richard A. and Marilyn T. Wood of 221 Jameson, Battle Creek, has been promoted in the U.S. Air Force to the rank of staff sergeant. Wood is an aerospace ground equipment mechanic at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., with the 27th Equip­ ment Maintenance Squadron. The sergeant’s grand­ parents, George and Florence Wood, reside at 213 Jameson, Battle Creek. His wife, Gina, is the daughter of Eugene and Gloria R. Volstromer of 216 N. Adams, Bellevue, Mich. The sergeant is a 1979 graduate of Bellevue High School. Todd A. Pontius Army Pvt. Todd A. Pon­ tius, son of Helen M. Pontius of 410 Durkee, Nashville has arrived for duty with the U.S. Army Transportation Center, Fort Eustis, VA. Pontius, a truck terminal operations coordinator, is a 1985 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Nash­ ville. — NOTICE — The Board of Commissioners for the Coun­ ty of Eaton met in recessed session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Thursday, October 24, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LINDA M. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners •New Construction*Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-69961 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 12, 1985 — Page 11 x Wx »!»SjwS wws Sjws >1^ ? u’u SSNS tfiSSs 5?X sss Start now to prepare for upcoming income tax j “Once Dec. 31, 1985 goes by it will be too late to take steps to help you hold down your tax bill. Now is the time to be thinking about some end-of-the-year tax plan­ ning,” says Roger Betz, Eaton County Extension Agricultural Agent. Are you taking the zero bracket amount or are you itemizing? Maybe your could make some change in the timing of your deductions. If you are very close to the zero bracket amount this year, you might want to consider changing the timing on deductibles such as charitable contributions or interest payments so you’ll add those amounts into this year. Another possibility would be to pay your state or local taxes now even if they are not due until after the first of the year. Remember that, if you do file your state or city income taxes early and then receive a refund, you must declare that refund on your Form 1040 the next year. With a little thought and planning you may be able to itemize one year and take a Shepherds' Weekend offered at Michigan State Nov. 29-30 <£js fh feh •«t fti? '*h. « IIS r1* 51 to , > *i'> !*>(< M ilifKKjJ ■kill fcapiiiO ■ta jffiitaE? uaai W talk jt ■ ■rd MilMi ser EjMilFt ■ ••c ai iw'ilta j life ilte.to! ittmifaM'M A day of educational programs about sheep raising and product use, a purebred sheep show and a purebred and commercial sheep sale highlight the Michigan Shepherds’ Weekend at Michigan State University. The activities begin at 9 a.m. Nov. 29 and'continue through midafternoon the following day. Most of the program will be intended for people who want to learn more about Michigan’s sheep industry or start a flock of the own. Topics on the first day’s program will include sheep health management, con­ finement housing, intensive grazing and preparing sheep for shows. Discussions will also cover cooking with lamb, sheep processing and the use of wool in clothing. The educational sessions, which zero bracket amount the next year when you don’t have enough deductions to itemize. Veterans Job Training Program extended The Veterans Ad­ ministration is notifying more than 200,000 eligible veterans that they have until July 1, 1986, to begin an approved job training program under the Emergency Veterans’ Job Training Act (EVJTA). Congress extended the deadline by which an eligible veteran must enter a training program from Sept. 1, 1985, to July 1, 1986, in an attempt to assist those veterans who were issued EVJTA Certificats of take place in Anthony Hall, are free and open to the public. At a banquet beginning 4-H teens travel that evening at 7 p.m., the Eaton County 4-H teens outstanding sheep producers traveling to Colorado last in Michigan will be summer and any 4-H teens recognized. The banquet will interested in or interested in be held at the Country House joining the County Teen Club in Okemos. Tickets are $10 will meet Thursday, Nov. 14, per person. 7:30 p.m. at the 4-H Building The judging of purebred on the t fairgrounds in sheep will start at 8:30 a.m. Charlotte. Planning will be Nov. 30 in the MSU Livestock done to prepare for catering Pavilion. The sale begins at 1 the State 4-H Rodeo Banquet, p.m. There is no admission Nov. 23 as a fund raiser. charge for the show and sale. The two -day event is Nashville News Notes sponsored by the MSU Department of Animal Pep Snyder, formerly of Science and the Michigan the Maple Valley Arms Sheep Breeders’ Apartments in Nashville, is Association. recovering nicely at home Program details may be after having emergency obtained by writing to appendectomy surgery Margaret Benson^ 105 An­ recently at Clearwater thony Hall, MSU, East Community Hospital in Lansing, MI 48824. Clearwater, Florida. Anyone wishing to write to him may do so at 1100 Belcher Rd, No. 680, Largo, FL. 33541. — NOTICE — The Board of Commissioners for the Coun­ ty of Eaton met in recessed session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, October 16, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Indepen­ dence Blvd., Charlotte, or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225 or 485-6444, Ext. 225. It’s important to have your checks both dated and received in the correct year. So don’t wait until Dec. 31 to mail a check. Bunny Shaw of Nashville has been ill and her son, Roger Shaw, has been staying with her during the week. Daughter Roberta Stimac of Dearborn comes to Bunny’s home on weekends to relieve Roger. He reports that his mother is doing much better in her recovery from a bad fall. Eligibility, but could not be placed in an approved program ofjob training prior to the original expiration date. The program, which pays employers directly to hire and train certain long-term unemployed Vietnam Era and Korean Conflict veterans, has been operational since November 1983. It funds 50 percent of the veteran’s starting hourly wages up to $10,000, to provide a maximum of 15 months of training for certain veterans with ser­ vice-connected disabilities, and up to nine months for other participants. The VA will be mailing letters to these veterans informing them of the ex­ tended deadline and asking them to contact the nearest VA Regional Office or Job Service Office. If you are self-employed, you may want to accelerate or delay sending out your bills, depending on whether you think your income will be higher in one year or the other. Another strategy is to pay business expenses in the year when you think income will be higher. This is the same principle as timing deductions. You have to decide if this tax planning is important for you. If you have any questions or concerns, you should seek advice from a qualified tax adviser. CARD OF THANKS The family of Jim Taylor wishes to thank everyone for the Benefit Bingo and Bake Sale at the Woodland Eagles. Especially those that gave of their time, money, and effort on planning and holding the Bingo and Bake Sale. Also special thanks to Mrs. Brown for donating the shawl for the raffle. Betty Taylor Nashville Christian Academy Bazaar is set for Saturday Here are some of the lovely items that will be featured at the Nashville Christian Academy's Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 16. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Masonic Temple in downtown Nashville. Many craft items will be featured. ACTION-ADS FOR SALE: Great business opportunity year around - 2 lunch wagons - they follow good Auctioneers. Priced to sell. 726-1365. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) • NOTICE • The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Assessor, three-four year terms on the Village Council and one-two year term on the Village Council will be Tuesday, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Peti­ tions must be filed with the Vermontville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the village Clerk’s Office, 121 S. Main St., Vermont­ ville, Michigan. SHARON STEWART Vermontville Village Clerk LINDA M. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Nashville — NOTICE — The Board of Commissioners for the Coun­ ty of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Tuesday, October 8, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Indepen­ dence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225 or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LINDA M. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners — NOTICE — The Board of Commissioners for the Coun­ ty of Eaton met in recessed session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Thursday, October 31, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Indepen­ dence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444, Ext. 225. LINDA M. TWITCHELL Clerk of the Board of Commissioners NASHVILLE 112 N. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 19 — Tuesday, November 19, 1985 Nashville council recinds millage hike decision George Frith, a member of the Nashville council for the past 12 years resigned his post last Thursday. Here, council members Richard Furlong, Jerry Kent, Dick Chaffee, Carl Tobias and President John Hughes say goodbye-to Frith, (seated). Nashville considering creation of a village manager position by Shelly Sulser Nashville Village President John Hughes and the village council are taking steps to create an ad­ ministrative position for the village, with the title of village manager. Hughes said that the manager would supervise daily village business and act as zoning administrator. “We need someone on the job full time who would be responsible to the council,” he said. “We, as part-timers, can’t always do a very good job. We aren’t always able to keep up with everything that goes on in the village.” Although Hughes said he does not know all that the job will entail, he did note that the council plans to meet next week to draw guidelines for the position. Hughes said that as a part of the village’s investigation into the position, several members of the council visited Lake Odessa to ob­ serve how the village ad­ ministrator benefits that village. Lake Odessa has had a village manager for the past 10 years. Village President Steve Secor said, “I can’t see how a village could work under a budget and deal with day-today situations without one (a village manager).” Secor said the village manager duties that John French maintains are ad­ vantageous to the council and the village. “When you have a three quarters of a million dollar budget, its difficult for a part time council to operate ef­ ficiently. It’s not fair to the tax payers,” Secor said. Bishop will continue as township clerk Sharon Bishop of Nash­ ville, who has served as Castleton Township’s clerk for the past five years and who resigned the position last month, was sworn in last Tuesday to continue the clerk’s duties until the next election. Bishop, according to Township Supervisor Justin Cooley, resigned her post as clerk in the township because she was recently hired as the new postmaster in Nashville. The township and Bishop learned that she was not permitted to hold the two government jobs at the same time, which spurred In addition to handling the budget, French often attends seminars after which he reports to the council, and is responsible for writing grant applications for the village. Currently, Lake Odessa has a successful home im­ provement program for low income families, and was able to obtain state grants for a recent sewer project, through its village manager. Hughes noted that the new job would help the council by handling residents’ problems before they reach the council. “We see definite ad­ vantages to having a village manager,” Hughes said. “He would also serve as a zoning administrator, and he would have the authority to handle problems as they arise.” by Shelly Sulser The Nashville council voted 4-3 Thursday to reversea decision they made last month to increase taxes by one-mill for the village parks and cemeteries. The reversal came after council trustee Richard Furlong reported he discovered the cemetery board has a $10,000 cer­ tificate of deposit that comes due in February, as well as two perpetual care bonds for $500 and $1,000 and another bond for $500. “According to this, I don’t think we should have put in there (the budget) the onehalf mill for the cemetery,” Furlong said. “I just don’t think we should have in­ creased it.” The request for one-half mill for the cemeteries and one-half mill for parks was made by council trustee and cemetery board member George Frith at the Oct. 24 meeting of the Nashville council. The additional millage would have raised total mills levied from 16 to 17, and was to be collected as part of the 1986 tax roll, and entered into the 1986 budget. At Thursday’s meeting, the vote to recind the onehalf cemetery mill failed 4-3, while a vote to recind the whole mill for both parks and cemeteries, passed by a 4-3 margin. Before the first vote, Furlong made a motion to recind the one-half mill for the cemeteries, supported by Bob Harvey. The council voted down the motion 4-3, with George Frith, Carl Tobias, Dick Chaffee and Jerry Kent voting “no”, and John Hughes, Richard Furlong and Bob Harvey casting “yes” votes. During discussion, Hughes noted that before the vote was taken to increase the millage at last month’s meeting, no itemized list of Council questions the need for cemetery funds needs was presented to the council by the cemetery board. “I’m upset with myself, in fact, I’m very upset with myself that I let this hap­ pen,” said the village president. Noting that he did not realize the cemetery board had the CD and bond money, Hughes stated “We took $3,000 of revenue sharing money and used it for the cemetery as a donation from the village. We could have used that money elsewhere...! don’t like to do business like this,” he said. He also stated he felt the council had acted prematurely when it voted last month to increase the millage. Frith argued the money is needed for the repair of the mausoleum and headstones in the cemetery. Furlong responded that the repairs in the cemetery should not cost more than $10,000. During further discussion, Hughes suggested the council vote down the one mill increase and consider the matter again in May when the budget is drawn. Council Trustee Jerry Kent then made a motion to recind the whole mill in­ crease, which passed by a 4-3 vote, with Kent, Furlong, Harvey and Hughes in favor, and Chaffee, Frith and Tobias voting no on the issue. “Now the mill has been wiped off totally,” Hughes said. In other action, the council voted to accept the resignation of 12-year council trustee George Frith.. Frith, who will not be able to attend any further meetings until spring, said he resigned because his term expires in March and he is not seeking reelection. “There comes a time to quit,” he said. Hughes noted that he will seek a replacement for Frith, and that applications for the council seat will be accepted. In other business, the council: —Approved a National Flood Insurance renewal premium for three years for the village sewer plant. A requirement of the village, the insurance premium will cost Nashville $647, and carries $30,000 on the building and $5,000 on con­ tents with a $1,000 deduc­ tible. — —Voted Voted to to enter an agreement with past village employee Bill Eastman to pay him $1,000 for the final adjustmentt on his retirement from the village. Hughes said that when Eastman left the employment of the village in 1979, he claimed he did not receive enough money at the time he cashed in his life insurance policy. —Agreed to instruct the village treasurer to invest the sewer bond CD for one year at the best interest rate. The CD comes due November 20. The council also noted that nominating petitions are available for those wishing to seek public office in the village. Terms expiring are that of the village clerk, village president, village assessor, village treasurer and three two-year trustee seats on the council. Petitions can be obtained at the village hall. Kent honored for volunteer service for fire department by Shelly Sulser Sharon Bishop her resignation from the township; The Castleton Township board had sought ap­ plications to fill the clerk position upon Bishop’s resignation,, but later learned from the Michigan Township Association that Bishop could continue to serve until the next election which takes place in November, 1986. Cooley said at that time. Continued on page 2 Longtime Nashville resident and retired volunteer fireman Gerald Kent has been presented with a plaque by the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville fire department, in recogni tion of his 32 years of service to the department. Kent, who served as a volunteer fireman from 1952 to 1984, was honored by the fire and ambulance board Nov. 5 at a special meeting of the board for the occasion. “I’ve seen many changes in the fire deparment over the last 32 years,” Kent said Friday. “The firemen are much better trained and more efficient.” He also stated that due to many hours of volunteer training, the firemen are a very dedicated group of men. “They put their jobs as volunteer firemen ahead of their personal and family lives,” he said. “We should not forget to honor the wives of the firemen. They also are very dedicated.” Kent, a member of the fire and ambulance board, also is a Nashville council trustee and president of the West Michigan Amoco Jobbers Association. “Nashville can feel very fortunate and thankful that we have a department as good as ours. “And'it is also with pride and pleasure that I was allowed to serve on that department for 32 years,” said Kent. Gerald Kent of Nashville, a past member of the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire department for 32 years, was recently given a plaque by the depart­ ment in appreciation for his dedication. Kent is the owner of Kent Oil Company in Nashville. �The Maple Volley New*. Nashville. Tuesday. November 19, 1985 — Page 2 Board apologizes for reading letter in public The Maple Valley Board of Education has made a public apology to Pam Hunt, kin­ dergarten teacher at Fuller Street Elementary School, for the Oct. 14, 1985 reading of a letter from a parent that questioned Hunt's teaching methods. The letter, addressed to the board by Chester A. Sugierski Jr., was read aloud by board president David Hawkins at a board meeting last month, and contained comments concerning dr- cumstances leading to Sugierriu's removal of his son, Ian, from Hunt's kin­ dergarten class According to Michigan Education Association Representative Sue Schwab, the letter should have been read in a dosed session of the board because it contains comments concerning a member of the Maple Valley staff. At last Monday's school board meeting, the board met with Schwab in dosed session to discuss the of Hunt’s at Fuller, before making the pdilic apology in open session. In other business, the board voted to accept a bid from Republic Steel lockers for the school to purchase 113 two-person duplex lockers for $11,785 out of the building and site fund. The existing high school lockers will be moved from the math and biology hall to the gym hall, with the new lockers replacing them. The school ration custodial staff will perform all the labor during the summer of 1986. It was also agreed by the board to construct a 36-inch wide ramp at Nashville’s Kellogg School to ac­ commodate the han­ dicapped. The ramp, to be constructed by the custodial staff, will be made of wood and have rails on each side. The estimated cost for the materials for the project is $250. Coaching recom- It will most likely be necessary to close school some days again this winter because of storms and road conditions Such an­ nouncements pertaining to school not being in session will be made through the following radio and television stations. WKZO, Kalamazoo; WBCH, Hastings; WMMQ, Charlotte; WBCK, Battle Creek; WOOD, Grand Rapids; WOTV. Grand Rapids; WGRD, Grand Rapids; WGWY, Charlotte; WITL, Lansing; WVIC, Lansing; WNWN, Coldwater; WZZM-TV, Grand Rapids; WILX-TV, Lansing. Also, general an­ nouncements will be made when school is in session and it is necessary to let out early because of road conditions. Any change or cancellation of the afternoon kin­ dergarten routes will be announced on the area stations. An attempt will also be mae by telephone to contact the parents of students enrolled in the afternoon kindergarten sessions. It will be greatly ap­ preciated if you will listen for the announcement on the radio or TV and not call the bus garage or the homes of the personnel involved in making the decision related to school closings. Such telephone calls to the bus garage or to the homes of personnel making the decision whether or not to close school will often in­ terfere with the personal being able to call the radio and TV stations along with being able to call other school personnel. The following is the school calendar for the remainder of the first semester. Thanksgiving Day, no school, Thursday, Nov. 28; Friday, no school, Friday, Nov. 29; End of the Second Marking Period, Friday, Nov. 22; Christmas recess begins at the end of the school day, Friday, Dec. 20; School Resumes, Monday, Jan. 6; End of First Semester, no school, Friday, Jan. 17. Additional monies go to Putnam Library fund The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came last week in memory of Marguerite Wilson from Ona Lee Gabrick, Ola Osterman, Ruth Leib, and Norman and Nyla Stanton; in memory of William Schantz from Ola Osterman and family; and in memory of Beatrice Penfold from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Elkey. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility on North Main Street may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. Surprise party given— Dorothy Mills of Vermontville celebrated her 73rd birthday last Thursday, and was honored at a surprise birthday party at Nashville's Country Kettle Cafe. Here, Dorothy gets a visit from Danny Black, a midget from Lansing who specializes in "Little Characters for All Occasions". James T. Webb will speak at Intermediate A one day seminar ad­ dressing the emotional needs of the gifted and the un­ derachieving gifted children will feature Dr. James T. Webb Nov. 26 at the Eaton Intermediate School district. Webb, director and developer of SENG (Sup- How do you find an annuity that’s made just for you? No problem. Auto-Owners is an expert in tailor-made annuities. They’ll work directly with you to make sure you get exactly what you want. Your payments can be spread over any period of time, including lifetime incomes. And you receive current, current high interest rates guaranteed for the entire period. They ’ build an annuity to fit your requirements. Ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how lie can help you design an annuity just foryou. porting the Emotional Needs of the gifted), is also a professor and assistant dean of special programs at Wright State University. The seminar is being hosted by the Eaton Area Gifted and Talented Conrtium and the Eaton In­ termediate school district. On Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Webb will address the charac­ teristics, needs and iden­ tification of the underachieving gifted student for counselors and local gifted and talented coor­ dinating committees. From 7-9 p.m., Webb will speak about the emotional needs of gifted children — an introduction of SENG and counseling techniques of the gifted child for teachers and parents. The seminar is free and preregistration is requested to be in by November 19. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble Christensen coaches junior varsity volleyball and Kim Roush is the girls cheerleading coach for junior high. In the spring, Lonnie Spencer will be the varsity baseball coach, Guenther Mittelstaedt will coach junior varsity baseball, Chris Ricketts will be the varsity softball coach and Gary Hamilton will coach the girls track team. Rona Szydzik will be the coach for the jr. high girls track team. Obituaries Maple Valley SCHOOL REPORT By Supt. Carroll J. Wolff mendations of Athletic Director Larry Lenz for winter and spring sports were accepted. For winter sports, the Junior Varsity Wrestling coach will be Glen Gurd, while Gary Thompson will coach eighth grade boys’ basketball and Jim Ferrier, assisted by Greg Hoefler and Dennis Castede will coach seventh grade boys’ basketball. The varsity volleyball coach will be Bill Christensen while Martha 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones Amy L. Venton BATTLE CREEK - Mrs. Amy L. Venton, 83, of 75 W. Goguac, Battle Creek, died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 1985 at the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16th at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville with Rev. Lynn Wagner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Medical Care facility. Arrangements were made by the Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. Mrs. Venton was born on April 8, 1902 in Battle Creek the daughter of Howard and Amy (Houghtalin) Holds. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended Barry County schools. She married Frank R. Venton in 1920 and lived all her married life in Battle Creek and Bellevue. Mr. Venton preceded her in death June, 1978. She served during World War II as a nurse in the United States Army Nursing Corps, and was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary of Battle Creek. Mrs. Venton is survived by a daughter, Marian Gilchrest of Douglas, Alaska; eight grand­ children; 17 greatgrandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Genevieve Truman of Ohio; Mrs. Frances Snyder and Mrs. Marguerite Burgess both of Florida; and a brother Henry Holds of Michigan. She was preceded in death by a son Marlow Venton in 1975 and a brother Howard Holds. Earl R. Pennock NASHVILLE - Mr. Earl R. Pennock, 66, of 9477 Bivens Rd., Nashville, died Monday, Nov. 18, 1985 at Hayes Green - Beach Hospital in Charlotte. Arrangements are pending at the Vogt Chapel Wren Funeral Homes. MAEH Council to celebrate Christmas Party on Dec. 3 The Country Mill, 4648 Otto Road near Charlotte, will be the setting for the Eaton County Association of Ex­ tension Homemakers Council Christmas Party, on Tuesday, Dec. 3. The celebration will begin at 11:30 a.m. and it includes a soup and warm bread luncheon at $1.50. Each Council member is asked to bring a handcrafted item for the gift exchange. If you have additional questions, contact the Christmas Committee; Mary Debler, Barbara Rhodes or Dorothy Long. Bishop, continued the board decided to con­ tinue with plans to appoint a new derk in view of the resignation of Bishop. When the board split on the decision between applicants Pam Godbey and Donna Garvey during a total of six voting attempts, Bishop agreed to become a can­ didate-for the post to settle the deadlock. The board then voted 4-0 in favor of appointing Bishop the Castleton Township clerk and she will serve in that capacity until next November. 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LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas by Susan Hinckley Feighner School spanned spectrum of history After publication of our recent article featuring a photo of the 1938-39 student body at Barryville School, we received a call from Ethel (Feighner) Curtis of Nashville, telling us how much she enjoyed all the old school pictures we run from time to time in this column. She mentioned that she had several early group photos from the old Feighner country school which she attended as a child, and asked if we would consider re-running an earlier story (published April 16, 1980) on the Feighner School. Located northwest of Nashville on Thornapple Lake Road, the school house was built on property donated by Ethel’s grand­ father, John Feighner, an 1855 settler there, and his neighbor Theobold Garlinger. Descendants of both still live on the ad­ joining farms. For our 1980 story we interviewed two former students, Dorothy Garlinger and Helen (Feighner) Rasey. Their observations at that time, plus Mrs. Curtis’ more recent comments had been combined in the following article. From its log cabin origin to a daily hot lunch program and active PTA, the Feighner country school northwest of Nashville spanned a wide spectrum of American history as it kept pace with the times. Progressive ideas made the school the heart of the Fractional District No. 6 community, despite an almost consistently small enrollment. “It was always a small school,” noted Ethel (Feighner) Curtis, who was the only student in her grade most of the way through school. Often only a dozen children comprised the entire student body at Feighner School in any given year. Dorothy Garlinger, who started school there in 1916 at age four, attributes that to the few number of families, virtually all property­ owners, who lived in the district. “The same families lived there year after year,” noted Dorothy, who was the daughter of Roy and Nina Garlinger and grew up to marry another Garlinger, named Loren. “Very few Gail Hager, left back row, was teacher the year this photo was taken when Ethel Feighner (marked with an "x" in back row) was in the 6th grade. Miss Hager came by horse and buggy from Warnerville and boarded through the week at the Roy Brumm home. When Bunny (Mead) Shaw taught at Feighner School she walked back and forth daily to her home in Nashville. Ethel Feighner recalls that teachers then were "janitors and everything" in the rural schools. (Photos loaned, courtesy Mrs. Elmer Curtis) When we first ran the Feighner School story back in 1980, we used this photo with no student identification available. Ethel (Feighner) Curtis later provided the names of those seen in this March 4, 1910, picture: (from left, front row) are teacher Alice Whetstone, Merle Smith, Ethel Feighner, Violet Feighner, unidentified boy whose last name is believed to be Raymond, Ada Noyes and Hugh Feighner. (Back row, from left) a brother to the Raymond boy (their family were tenant farmers), Mabie Feighner, Pauline Miller, Ruth Gutchess and Shirley Feigh Feighner. There were 17 students enrolled at Feighner school when this 1913 photo was taken, an unusually high number for a school noted for its tiny enrollments. (From left, front row) are Glen Mesnard, an unidentified lad, Velma Brumm, another unidentified boy, Floyd Mesnard, Leia Palmer, Madeline Garlinger, unknown girl, and Lois Batch ler, (back row, from left) Hugh Feighner, Leah Mesnard, Elizabeth Palmer, Iva Hill, teacher Bunny (Mead) Shaw, Ethel Feighner (the only 8th grader) Ada Noyes, Beulah Hill and Violet Feighner. new people or tenant far­ mers moved in.” Dorothy was one of three students in her grade when she started school at Feighner, but within the year the othej; two children moved away, / leaving Dorothy as the only begin­ ner. From that time through her eighth grade graduation, Dorothy remained the singular member of her class at Feighner. Roll call at Feighner School resounded with family names at local pioneers and other longtime residents, among them Garlinger, Palmer, Kaisr, Noyes, Brumm, and, of course, Feighner. The original Feighner school was a log structure built on land owned by John Feighner, an 1855 settler in Section 23 of Castleton Township, the site being the approximate location of the present Von and Helen Rasey home on the north side of Thornapple Lake Road. (Helen is a great granddaughter to John Feighner.) The Feighner family also played a role in the sub­ sequent relocation of the school to a site in Section 26, almost directly across the road from the original log cabin school. The new frame school, probably constructed prior to 1880, was built on the property line of acreages owned by descendants of two early settlers, John Feighner and his neighbor Theobold Garlinger. A quarter acre of land was donated by each family as a site for the new schoolhouse, which featured dual front doors and a traditional belfry. From her father, the late Harley Feighner, Helen Rasey acquired an ancient hand-held brass bell used by early schoolteachers before the belfry was installed on the new building. Feighner School was heated with wood burned in a free-standing floor furnace, Dorothy remembers. “The local farmers fur­ nished the wood, and the kids carried it in from the nearby woodshed where it was stored,” said Dorothy. “Once in a while, in real cold weather, the school would buy coal.” Ethel Curtis also remembers that stove. A while before lunchtime the students, under the guidance of their teacher, would frequently place potatoes in the live coals at the bottom of the stove. The baked potatoes came out covered with ashes, said Mrs. Curtis, “But, say, were they good!” Mrs. Curtis also recalled several of her teachers, who in those days had to be “janitors and everything.” Among them were Ida Bergman, Alice Whetstone, Gail Hager, Carrie Caley, and Bunny Shaw. The latter, who still resides in Nash­ ville, walked back and forth daily to the school from her home in the village. Other teachers frequently boarded with families in the neighbo rhood. Dorothy Garlinger remembers that drinking water was carried to the school each day from a neighbors house, usually the home of Harley Feighner. Her other early memories of the school include the raised platform near the black­ board where the teacher sat and the school piano. She also recalls nature-centered studies. “We used to gather weeds and learn to identify them and various trees,” noted Mrs. Garlinger. “Nature was a very important part of that school as we were all farm children.” Helen Rasey remembers that in the late 1920s the school woodshed was con­ verted to another use. It was moved back of the schoolhouse, connected by an anteway, and converted into a hot lunch room. “The kids would take turns bringing potluck dishes of. potatoes or vegetables,” she explained. “We received meat for the daily program from the county.” Two children were ap­ pointed for each hot lunch day, and the teacher would oversee the preparation and serving. Perhaps because of the tiny enrollment at Feighner School, the in­ novative program was a success. But residents in Fractional District No. 6 were apparently never bash­ ful about supporting their school with new ideas. When the first local Parent­ Teacher Association was organized in the area, the chapter was formed at Feighner in the mid 1920s. “Our PTA was so active that the parents used to get together and put on school plays at other schools to raise money for Feighner School,” said Dorothy Garlinger. “They did so well that they even put one on in the opera house at Nash­ ville.” Dorothy’s parents, the Roy Garlingers, were part of that troupe, along with Ed and Bessie Feighner, Dale and Pauline Downing, Art and Emma Hart, and Glen and Sarah'Moore. In addition, Dorothy remembers playing piano to a accompany similar benefit-performing quartette comprised of her father; her uncle Freel Garlinger; and neighbors Dale Downing and Glen Moore. But even such dedicated parentperformers could not forever keep the financial wolf from the door of country schools. Rural seventh and eighth graders had for several years taken required Barry County exams to enter high school at Nashville. Ethel Curtis remembers walking to Nashville with her mother for the train trip to Hastings for the two-day exam held at the Barry County fairgrounds (“Boy, was I scared!). One of the rural schools were eventually consolidated into town districts, and by the early 1940s almost all the country schools surrounding Nashville were combined with the village system. Even the young tots were coming into town for their education. When the rural schools closed their doors for the last time, an era of local history also ended. But like the Feighner district, many seats of country learning still live in happy memories of the past. The old Feighner schoolhouse was sold in the 1940s and is now the Dewey Dull residence. See... 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The committee will The school board had met allocation of resources. examine the entire school at a special meeting last Committee Chairman month to suggest names of potentially interested in­ dividuals, and ended with a Nashville Baptist Youth are list of more than 100. DeGroot and Butler went on now collecting canned goods to contact 50 of the The Youth Aflame donations of canned goods nominated people, and Ministry of Nashville Baptist only to make baskets for the announced the final list last Church will be going door-to- local needy,” said Youth Monday. The committee was for­ door, Friday and Saturday, Leader Don Roscoe. by the board at the Nov. 22 and 23, in Nashville He also noted the canned med of a team of to collect canned goods for food collection and 39-hour suggestion educators from neighboring needy families at fast the youth will par­ districts, last spring ticipate in is being called the conductedwho Thanksgiving. a district-wide This is the fourth year the “Compassion Project”. of the Maple Valley “The kids will go 39-hours study youth have collected the school system. food, which will be used to without food Friday night so The team had noted that benefit families in need and they can experience what the committee should be LOVE Inc. of Barry County. hunger is like,” Roscoe said. formed to examine every “We will be asking for aspect of the school district operation and budget. It was noted by the team that the committee should include parents who have children in the schools, community members who do not have Deadline for filing nominating petitions for children attending the Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, schools and teacher and Village Assessor and three - two year terms on administrative represen­ the Nashville Village Council will be Tuesday, tation. December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be Upon reviewing the entire filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nomina­ school program, the com­ mittee will make recom­ ting petitions are available at the Village Clerk's mendations to the board of OfficeSUSAN M. CORKWELL, education regarding Village Clerk program improvements. 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Cosh or check. — ONE DAY ONLY — Showing at... Maple Valley Community Building 715 NORTH AAAIN ST. (M-66) • NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD — 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. — Betty Pierce, Mary Hecker (seated), John Warren, Bev Warren, and Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, ®-----Home, Business and Car (^iuto-Ownen hnuma) 225 NORTH AAAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 TkzNo Prttf^fbopfc- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 6 Vermontville classes are pen pals with kids from around the country Missy Melvin, a student in Kris Green's fourth grade class at Maplewood school in Vermontville writes a letter to her pen-pal. Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... Rental Cleaning & Maintenance TOM FRITH, Owner ■merly “Maple Valley Carpet Care NASHVILLE 517-852-9650 Christmas at the Woodshop! Friday, Nov. 29,6 pm * 10 pm Saturday, Nov. 30,10 am - 8 pm — OVER 25 ART and CRAFTERS — Wooden • Ceramic • Hand Sewn • Woven • Handpainted Gifts for All Ages — plus more ... Grant’s Woodshop 3800 N. Chester Rd. Charlotte, Michigan Corner of Vermontville and Chester Rd. <MAPLE VALLEY Did you ever notice how hard it is to get a youngster to write a letter? Well, the students in Kris Green’s and Kay Jones’ classes at Maplewood are all busy writing letters - and not grumbling one bit about it The classes are par­ ticipating in the “Weekly Reader” Writing Pals program. The children are writing to pen pals in a fourth grade class at Periwinkle Elementary and St. Mary’s Elementary School in Albany, Oregon and St. Mary’s, Penn­ sylvania, respectively and they’re finding out that writing assignments can be fun. The Maplewood kids have written about all kinds of things to their writing pals in Oregon and Pennsylvania. They’ve told their unseen friends about their family, friends, hobbies, school activities, craftprojects, and the area they live in. In return, the Oregon and Pennsylvania, kids have told local youngsters about their pets, Book It, and have sent school pictures. The writing pals program,, which is sponsored by the editors of Weekly Reader, has matched more than three million children in this nationwide letter-exchange program during the past seven years. Students ex­ change letters with children of similar ages but different who backgrounds are located many miles away. Jones’ and Green’s classes The Eaton County Head Start program of Charlotte is seeking Vermontville children to attend a Head Start program in Potterville. According to Family Service Worker Roberta Ridenour, the program needs 18 children from Vermontville to form an afternoon class that would run from 1 to 4 p.m; MEMBERS OF THE BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS 227 N. 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SMALL FARM ■ 18 ACRES: East of Vermontville, older re­ modeled home and bldgs., land is rolling, creek borders property, 15x30 above ground pool. $42,500 or would sell with 3 acres for $35,000. •________(CHF-124) 38 ACRE FARM NORTH OF BELLEVUE includes 2 story, 3 bedroom home and 72x45 pole barn (Morton) plus other buildings, 35 tillable acres, blacktop road and natural gas. Bellevue Schools. $70,000 with contract terms (HJ-85-KM) write to children who live in an area that is a medium town with an agricultural base. It was chosen this past year as an All-American City. Dr. r. Lynell yne Johnson onson, editorial director of Weekly Reader, says: “It’s great to see how excited children and teachers get about the Writing Pals program. Because it’s not just fun. It’s also very much worthwhile. The program builds friendships across the miles. It teaches kids about other parts of their country. And it gets them writing.” THANKSGIVING DINNER Thursday, Nov. 21 All the turkey and fixings you can eat for... $C00 From 12 to ? Pat’s Sugar Hut Cafe Head Start wants help from Vermontville Real Estate HOMER WINEGAR (GRI), Broker Steve Morgan, a student in Kay Jone's class at Maplewood reads a letter recently received from his writing pal. nan. Ill FT. 4MH. h VACANT PARCELS 5 ACRE VACANT LAND PARCELS: All have natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view. Contract terms offered with 25% down payment. All surveyed and perked. (VII12-114) Currently, Head Start is conducting a study in Ver­ montville to determine in­ terest and to designate a central pick-up point where children can meet the bus to Potterville. Ridenour said the bus would arrive at the pick-up point at 12:30 p.m., and the parents would be responsible for seeing that their children are ready to board the bus. The bus driver, she said, would then be responsible for getting the children to the Head Start building in Potterville, located at 420 N. High Street across from Potterville High School. Ridenour said Tuesday that she knew of seven Vermontville children that could attend. “I really think we’ll be able to do this,” Ridenour said. “I have wanted to bring in Vermontville kids for a long time because I see a definite need for it.” The Potterville program begins in September and ends as the public schools do, but Ridenour said the Vermontville children can begin as soon as there are 18 interested families. Ridenour also noted that the program also offers workshops the parents can attend, such as financial planning and budget management. “Our program is real unique,” Ridenour said, adding that the government funded program is directed to serve low income families and operates under the theme, “Touching Children, Reaching Families.” Anyone seeking further information can contact Ridenour at 543-5584. 174 SOUTH AAAIN VERMONTVILLE Unity SATELLITE SYSTEMS 1407 Coats Grove Just West of Barber Hastings, Ml 49058 Ph: 948-8288 ED PHILLIPS Call Day or Evenings We are currently working out of our home and are planning to move to a downtown Hastings storefront in spring of '86. Prices at this time are the lowest you will find anywhere because of our low over­ head. We offer free 48 hour trailer set up for sincerely interested folks. We also give a 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee with all our systems. = Our special thanks this week to Rollo = Wightman of Hastings and Robert Walter = of Lake Odessa for doing business with i Unity. MANY SYSTEMS TO CHOOSE FROM 10' System Installed Starting at $120000 • • • • Hytek/Dexcel Ramsey/ProStar Chaparral • Raydx Uniden �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 7 Nash agrees with defeat of convention call A weekly For a second time this year, the Michigan House has voted down a resolution petitioning Congress to call a constitutional convention to draft a balanced budget amendment. I opposed this measure for a number of reasons. I believe there is a safer and more effective means of controlling our federal budget deficit. No one wants to see the federal budget balanced more than I do, but this amendment is a long­ term proposal. There could be a 10-year delay before the amendment is passed. The U.S. Congress has the tools and the authority to balance the budget whenever they want in a much shorter time span. Even if a balanced budget amendment is ratified, there are no guarantees that it would aid the nation’s $2 trillion budget deficit in the near future. I also have concerns about the prospects of a runaway convention. Rather than needlessly jeopardizing the Constitution to the agendas ofspecial interest groups, I’d rather have our federal lawmakers deal with the issue. The risks are too high and the value of such an amendment is uncertain. After hearing the arguments for and against, I felt it was my responsibility to oppose the balanced budget amendment. report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative SENATE, GOVERNOR'S TAX ROLLBACKS DIFFER The Michigan Senate and Governor Blanchard are both pushing legislation that would return the state’s income tax rate to its pre-1983 level of 4.6 percent. While the tax rate will dip from the present 5.35 percent level to 5.1 percent on Dec. 1, 1985. The governor’s “Tax Fairness Plan” currently under consideration, woflld reduce the rate to 4.6 percent on May 15, 1986. BLOCK PARENT “GOOD SAMARITAN” LAW ENAC­ TED - Block parent volunteers are now immune from civil liability suits, placing them under the protection of the state’s “good Samaritan” laws. House Bill 4048, providing that protection, was signed into law by the governor last week. CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION TO DRAFT BALANCED BUDGET AMENDMENT REJECTED BY HOUSE By a vote of 51-56, the Michian House of Representatives defeated a resolution calling for a federal constitutional convention in the event the U.S. Congress does not adopt a balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Con­ stitution. Thirty-two states have adopted similar resolutions, but 34 states need to ratify the resolution before a convention is called. CONFERENCE ON THE FUTURE OF MICHIGAN AGRICULTURE The Conference on the Future of Agriculture in Michigan will be held at the Hyatt Regency in Flint, Nov. 19 and 20. Registration begins on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 a.m. and the conference will conclude after lunch on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The conference is sponsored by the governor’s office, the Michigan Department of Agriculture, the Michigan Farm Bureau and Michigan State University. TEEN AGED DRIVERS BEWARE • The Office of the Attorney General has ruled that police officers may ad­ minister breathalyzer tests to minors suspected of drunk driving without parental consent. However, if a minor is taken into custody by law enforcement officers, they are required by law to contact parents or guardians if they can be found in the county where the offense occured. CHILD FINGERPRINT LAW ENACTED - Governor Blanchard has signed into law legislation that will require law enforcement officials to participate in child finger­ printing programs. The programs will allow police per­ sonnel to fingerprint children and then give the prints to their parents. The prints would be used for identification purposes in case of abduction or homicide. ACTION-ADS Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CAFETERIA — THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. Doors Open at... 5:30 p.m. CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) W(WtStt«®s tt«®s \JesfiuccDatj9 cAliead Ceman trip being offered See... Marsha, Lucy, Sylvia & Darlene for Festive Days! "The Mirrors image" ,3-Me imiuom iiaiaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 52-9192 u 309 North Main Street, Nashville Monday and Tuesday 5n3nonu c TAPE RENTAL..... 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In the past, the DSS director was authorized to request such records, but under the new law, the director can ' Through the Youth Fa* Understanding Program (International Student Exchange), 11 Michigan youths will receive a full scholarship to live and study for a year in West German Budestag. The Michigan youth will live with a German family from mid-July 1986 to mid­ April 1987 to go to school in Germany. Application deadline is Nov. 29,1985 with winners notified by March 1, 1986. Those interested in ap­ plying for this year’s ex­ change should contact their high school principal for an application or else call Youth For Understanding in Washington D.C. (202) 966­ 6808. The winners only cost would be for passports, personal expenses, some text book costs and the transportation to one of the five departing cities which would probably be Chicago for this area. demand financial records from banks, savings and loans, credit unions and other finanicial institutions. This new law will save the state between $2 million and $6 million. It will also make sure that those who really need welfare will get it, and those who abuse the system will be discovered. would not be liable for civil damages whether an injury occurred through action or omission on their part. They would still be liable for gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct The point is that even one lawsuit in a par­ ticular district could cripple a valuable program that 'Good Samaritan* Legislation Signed Into Law By The Governor Legislation that will protect “good Samaritans” who help school children in emergency situations was signed into law recently by the governor. The new measure (HB 4048, sponsored by Representative Paul Hillegonds, R-Holland) puts parent block programs under existing law to protect volunteers from civil suits arising out of an injury suffered by a child seeking help. Thanks to this new law, parent block programs will be covered by the good Samaritan act. It will provide the legal protection necessary for valuable volunteers concerned about the safety of school children. Parents in many schools districts throughout the state tape a house or ‘helping hand’ symbol in their win­ dows to alert children that they are willing to help in an emergency. Under the new law, par­ ticipating parents who give emergency assistance to school children in good faith protects children and promotes neighborhood safety. If the Legislature had failed to take action, more of these programs might have been dropped for fear of high insurance premiums. By taking action now, we help Michigan’s good Samaritans do their job. Craft Nook Now is the time to order your ... Christmas Cradle Order must be in by the First of December Image, 111 Main St., Nashville HOURS 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 am. to 3:00 pim. 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Downtown Nashville �rhe Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 8 Community Education Day being observed at Maple Valley With the observance of the fourth annual Community Education Day being celebrated at schools around the nation today, the Maple Valley Community Education program is in the local spotlight. Elaine and Don Leonard enjoy learning to upholster furniture in an enrichment class at Maple Valley. Nashville VFW8260 * DANCE * Saturday, November 23 COUNTRY VARIETY MUSIC BY ... David Harrison & The Particulars 9:30 P.M. to 1:30 A.M. Members and Guests • Food in the Kitchen Living up to the 1985 National Community Education Day theme, “Building Healthy Com­ munities,” the Maple Valley program offers a wide variety of high school completetion courses and enrichment classes and has an enrollment of more than 200 students. National Community Education Day is set aside annually during American Education Week to draw attention to community efforts to meet the lifelong learning needs qL everyone in the community by mobilizing public and private educational resources and making them available to learners of all ages. “Community education covers all kinds of things,” said Maple Valley Com­ munity Education Director Kay Hartzler. “At Maple Valley, a lot of what is done deals with adult education — people working to get their high school diplomas or people that just want to brush up on their skills.” Also, the number of enrichment classes offered at Maple Valley are available for fun and to teach new skills to people of all ages. “Community Education can involve anybody... “We offer various preschool programs and involve senior citizens as well so itjust runs the whole gamut agewise,” said Hartzler. At Maple Valley, adult education courses are free to adults without a high school diploma and free to the high school graduate who is under 20. In the segment of the program for high school completion and vocational skills, there are nearly 70 students enrolled in such classes as U.S. history, math, science, accounting, government, English and G.E.D. prepartation. Those classes are taught during the Sieved CondiM i mffil HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 day by Hartzler. Evening classes include the above plus social studies, office procedures and machine operations, auto mechanics, consumers education, wood shop, typing, and introduction to computer science. These classes are held at the high school and are taught by different people. There is also a large scope of enrichment classes available at Maple Valley that sometimes include one night clinics such as one recently held to help people stop smoking and another for weight control. One of the most popular enrichment classes held at Maple Valley is the upholstery class, taught by Paul Cooper of Nashville. Cooper himself is a graduate of Maple Valley adult education, and the class has been a favorite of students for the three years it has been offered. A favorite of the youngsters seems to be the junior karate class held at Maplewood elementary school with about 30 students enrolled, said Hartzler. The program teaches children awareness, self defense and hand-to-hand techniques which require correct movement to react and run. Some other classes offered are advanced first aid and CPR, retirement plans, money management, and tax planning. The 50 plus club for senior citizens is also a part of Maple Valley Community education, and provides the opportunity for people 50 and over to gather for lunch and hear educational programs. At the Tuesday, Dec. 17 luncheon, the high school choir will perform for those in attendance. Another part of Maple Valley community education is geared for people who need to walk for health reasons during the winter. Each Monday through Thursday, the school is open from 4 to 7 p.m. for people to walk through the halls of the school. Held in conjunction with the Lakewood Public Schools, some community education classes offered at the Lakewood program are also open to people in the Maple Valley district, such as a teenage parent or parent-to-be class. The program allows the teenage parent or parent-to-be to earn high school credits in addition to parenting skills, child development, stress managem ait and other skills needed to be an effective parent. Another class offered is for students aged 14 to 20 who need to complete high school in a non-traditional setting. With nearly 20 students at Maple Valley currently working to earn their high school diplomas through the adult education program, Hartzler notes how gratifying it is for her to see this goal accomplished. “That is what makes the program so exciting — to see them take that step and start working toward that goal,” she said. And on graduation night, usually held for the adults in June, “It’s neat to see the people that have successfully reached that goal that they may have had for a number of years,” Continued on next pog< As an instructor in the junior karate class, Dave Reilly shows a young student correct moves. Nita Brown is one of the many students enrolled in the computer science class at Maple Valley Community Education. Bobbie's Unique — Nail Service — 1-517-852-0940 DIANA KUEMPEL offering HAIR CARE SPECIAL for the upcoming holiday, upcomng o ay, PERM - Fluid Wave .. SR. CITIZENS 55 131 S. 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It has been my privilege to serve on that department. Sincerely, Gerald Kent CARD OF THANKS Jason’s Home! A special thanks to all our friends and neighbors during his hospital stay. Pickle Family and Ann Schantz. Clifton Mason will show pictures. Friends are invited to at­ tend. note that although the fall classes are nearing an end, the classes will begin again in January when the winter term starts. Hartzler also added that she is willing to try and implement new classes that Auto Mechanics is another course offered at Maple Valley Community Edcucation, taught by Pat Powers, (center). Also pictured are students, (from left) Ken Christopher, Wanda Kimker, Shon Harwood, Jim Taylor and Ken Gillig. ACTION-ADS LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. 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Hawkins in the Jr.-Sr. High School Library. 2. Citizen's Advisory Committee: The following people have been chosen to serve on the Citizen's Advisory Committee: Pastor Lester DeGroot, Chairman: Mrs. Susie Butler, Co­ Chairman: Bill Kipp; Ron Tutt; Frankie Reid; Barbara Lindsay; Sallye McLean; Sally Martin; Nyle Wells; Dale Fisher; Stan Graham; Beatrice Pino; Jeff Frayer; Geraldine Long; Donna Gar­ vey; Lorna Wilson; John Krolik; Nancy Brown; Ruth Hickey; Floyd Shilton: Bryan Benedict; Tim Smith; Dawn Mead; Darryl McGhan; Diane McGhan; Tom Oleson; Monte Allen; Sue Bahs; Ed Borner; Gene Koetje. 3. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m. to convene in the Administration Office at 7:20 p.m. 4. Opening: The meeting was called to order by D. Hawkins in the Administration Office. 5. Regular Minutes: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Tobias to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting of October 14, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 6. Special Minutes: Motion made by Sleeper, supported by Cole to approve the minutes of the special board meeting of October 21, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 7. Bills: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to approve the payment of bills from general fund in the amount of $42,998.37. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 8. Professional Development: A quarterly report on professional development funding will be presented at the December board meeting. 9. Payrolls: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Lehman to approve the transfer from general fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: October 11 - $116,472.07; October 25$123,552.74; November 8 - $114,515.68. 10. Communications: A notification was read from Linda Gaber, Maplewood kindergarten teacher, stating she will be requesting a maternity leave approximately May 5, 1986 and returning upon release from her doctor (her accumulated sick days will cover her leave of absence). There was a communication from Hecker Agency regarding the continuation of Maple Valley property and casualty insurance. 11. Superintendent's Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. 12. Closed Session: Motion made by Baker, supported by Lehman to have a closed session as requested to discuss classroom operation and evaluation concerning Mrs. Pam Hunt. Roll — NOTICE — The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Assessor, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year term on the Village Council will be Tuesday, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the VerVer­ montville Village clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main St., Vermontville, Michigan 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. SHARON STEWART, Vermontville Village Clerk NOTICE of 25. PUBLIC HEARING A joint hearing will be held between 26. Vermontville Township Board and Ver­ montville Village Council to discuss a 1 mill ballot issue for renovation of the Vermontville Opera House at Vermont­ ville Village Hall, November 19, 7 p.m. JANICE L. BAKER, Vermontville Township Clerk 27. • NOTICE • The Village of Vermontville will be holding a Sesquicentennial meeting on Monday, November 25, 1985 at 7:00 p.m. in the village hall. The Sesquicentennial Committee will meet the last Monday of each month. Any­ one interested in planning Vermontville's 150th Birthday celebration is encouraged to attend. SHARON STEWART, Village Clerk call vote: Ayes: Cole, Baker, Hawkins, Sleeper, Tobias, Ossenheimer, and Lehman. Nays: None. Motion carried. Time: 7:55 p.m. Regular Session: The meeting began open session at 8:15 p.m. Public Apology: A public apology was expressed on behalf of Mrs. Hunt from the board of educa­ tor the reading of the letter from Chester Sugierski, Jr. Coaches: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Sleeper, to approve the following coaches as recommended by Larry Lenz, athletic director: Winter Coaching Positions: Junior Varsity Wrestling - Glen Gurd; Eighth Grade Boys Bas­ ketball - Gary Thompson; Seventh Grade Boys Basketball - Jim Ferrier, Greg Hoefler (Asst.), Dennis Casteele (Asst.); Varsity Volleyball - Bill Christensen; Junior Varsity Volleyball - Martha Christensen; Jr.-High Girls Cheerleading - Kim Roush. Spring Coaching Positions: Varsity Baseball Lonnie Spencer; Junior Varsity Baseball - Guen­ ther Mittelstaedt; Varsity Softball - Chris Rick­ etts; Girls Track - Gary Hamilton; Jr.-High Girls Track - Rona Szydzik. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Sixth Grade Camp: Motion made by Baker, supported by Cole to approve the dates of sixth grade camp to be held September 30 - October 3, 1986 at Long Lake Outdoor Center, Yankee Springs Recreation Area. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Handicap Ramp: Motion made by Baker, sup­ ported by Lehman to approve the construction of a ramp for the handicapped on the south side of Kellogg Elementary; cost approximately $250.00 for materials with Maple Valley custo­ dians furnishing all labor. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Committee Reports: The negotiations committee reported progress is being made with Gerald Aldrich regarding his contract. The supervision responsibility of building and grounds will be determined at a later date. Larry Lenz reported budgets were approved at the athletic council meeting held October 30, 1985. Hall Lockers: Motion made by Lehman, sup­ ported by Baker to purchase 113 two person duplex lockers from Republic Steel, total cost of $11,785.00. Existing High School lockers will be moved from the Math and Biology hall to the Gym hall. The new lockers will be installed in the Math and Biology hall. Our custodial staff will perform all labor; project to be com­ pleted during summer of 1986. Lockers to be paid for from building and site funds. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Bids will be obtained to refurbish other existing lockers. Senior Class Trip: Mr. Ward Rooks, High School Counselor, gave an update on the senior trip planned for spring of 1986. Executive Session: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to hold an executive session to discuss negotiations for teaching and non­ teaching personnel. Roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Cole, Lehman, Hawkins, Ossenheimer, Sleeper and Tobias. Nays: None. Time: 9:35 p.m. Regular Session: Reconvened at 11:15 p.m. Superintendent's Evaluation: Sample evaluation forms will be provided to board members to review in developing an evaluation form. Cash Balance: The Citizen’s Advisory Committee may advise what amount of cash balance the school should have at the end of the school year. Negotiations: Salary paid to the superintendent for negotiations has been referred to the nego­ tiations committee. Other Business: Lunch program receipts and expenditures report will be provided at the December board meeting. Adjournment: Motion made by Baker, supported by Tobias to adjourn the meeting. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Time: 11:30 p.m. These minutes are subject to approval at the regular December board meeting. PAULA COLE, Secretary Board of Education Village off Nashville MINUTES of SPECIAL MEETING — October 24,1985 — A special meeting of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil heid October 24, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Presi­ dent John Hughes. Present, Furlong, Chaffee, Frith, Tobias and Hughes. Absent, Kent and Harvey. Also present was Donald Lloyd, from Foote, Iles and Lloyd C.P.A.S. Purpose: To discuss 1984-85 Audit Report. Discussion. Meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President Nov. 14, 1985 SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk Castleton Township Board Minutes The regular meeting of the Castleton Township Board was held at 8:00 p.m Nov. 6, 1985 at the township hall. Present: N. Rasey, G. Godbey, L. Pix­ ley and J. Cooley. Also present: W. Graham, D. Garvey, D. Pixley, P. Godbey, S.'Sulzer and S. Bishop. The township board’s four members voted on the appointment of a clerk, the vote producing a tie each time voting was repeated. Motion by Godbey to table decision until a special meeting held Nov. 12, 1985. Supported and passed. Motion by Rasey to seat Deputy Clerk P. Godbey for remainder of meeting, sup­ ported and passed. Minutes of the October meeting approved as read. Motion made and supported to pay Deputy $6.00 per hour. Motion carried. Treasurer's report: General Fund $59,207.74; Fire Voted $43,660.28; Ambulance Voted $17,705.40; Township Improvement $41,223.81; Federal Revenue $14,242.12. BILLS ...32.27 CFC Data ................ $109.57 Consumer's Power M.V. News.............. .... 20.00 Michigan Bell......... ...26.48 Eaton Fed................ ...151.67 AT&T____.................. ....... 9.15 J.W. Cooley........... ..624.50 Village-Water....... ...15.68 P. Godbey.............. ..265.05 Loretta Pixley....... ..18.00 L. Pixley .. ____ .. 374.50 Bell Semrau........... ..562.50 St. of Ml S.S............ ..218.56 BC Drain Comm ... 2,801.40 J.W. Cooley........... .771.90 Recycle.................... . .500.00 Barry Soil & Wate ..... 19.00 Motion made and supported and passed to pay bills. Motion made to send a resolution to the County Road Commission to approve 12" of sand base and 3" of processed gravel for Morgan Rd. Motion sup­ ported and passed. Motion to amend budget for rejected tax and drains increasing it to $6,133.32 to cover Coats Grove Drain, State Road and extension and Price Rd. tube supported and passed. Motion to reduce general fund by $4,933.32 to cover the increase in rejected drain budget. Sup­ ported and passed. Motion to order Plat Book ad same as previously as soon as listing complete, supported and passed. Motion to adjourn, supported and passed. Meeting adjourned 10:24 p.m. J.W. COOLEY, Supervisor SHARON BISHOP, Clerk Village off Nashville MINUTES of REGULAR MEETING — OCTOBER 24, 1985 — The Regular Meeting of the Nashville Village Coun­ cil held October 24, 1985 at the Community Center in Nashville was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Presi­ dent John Hughes. Present Furlong, Chaffee, Frith, Tobias, and Hughes. Absent Kent and Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read by the Clerk. A letter was read from John & Amy Boughton concerning the cancellation of Cable TV. Stations. President Hughes, to check with Charter Cable TV. A letter was read from Consumers Powers in regard to an addition to the Street Light Contract. Mo­ tion by Tobias, supported by Chaffee to sign the Con­ tract with Consumers Power to add a street light 550 ft. North of Brumm Road on M-66. All ayes. Motion carried. Art Drake was present to discuss sewer problems.. Motion by Frith, supported by Furlong to instruct the Department of Public Works to repair the sewer Idterial at 120 Sherman Street for Art Drake at the trouble spot designated by the land owner at cost of all labor, equipment and materials to be paid by Art Drake. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by R. Furlong at 1986 budget time to include in the budget an additional % mill for cemetery and an additional ’/* mill for parks to be collected on the July 1,1986 tax rolls. All ayes. Motion carried. Sealed bids were opened for a 5 year household refuse contract. Bids were received from R & R Disposal, Rick's Refuse Service and Hastings Sanitary Service. Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias to accept the bid from Hastings Sanitary Service for the following rates: $5.00 per month - 1-2 can or up to 4 bags a week $7.00 per month - 3 cans or up to 6 bags a week $9.00 per month - 4 cans or up to 8 bags a week $2.00 additional for each additional can or its equivalent. SENIOR CITIZENS RATES: $4.00 per month up to 2 bags weekly Contract to be effective November 1, 1985. Alll ayes. Motion carried. Motion by G. Frith, supported by C. Tobias to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m. JOHN HUGHES, President Nov. 14, 1985 SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 1! :^W > SNJ NJ >SN. >S >qS\N. q\^ x§.\ x§.^\ \ \ #1 ->h *1 *6 v «n. b k Sqj H x» H * m11 e JSJteh SS *S2S» » Church, Boy Scouts helping out needy by Shelly Sulser The churches of Nashville are combining efforts to a launch community Christmas Basket cam­ paign, collecting food and money for families in need at Christmas. Food collections and of­ ferings for the project will be taken at the various Nash­ ville churches on Thanksgiving Sunday, while others can donate money by using canisters that will be available in some local businesses. Food can also be donated by using drop boxes to be located in various Nashville businesses. Boy Scout Troop 176 is also joining in the drive, asking people of the community to donate good used toys, leaving them in the drop boxes around town. The scouts will clean and make minor repairs on the toys. For distribution, the food and gifts will be sorted and packed by local volunteers. Recipients of the baskets will be sent cards notifying them where to pick-up the baskets. Baskets will be delivered to recipients who have no transportation. Pat Wagner, chairman of the Community Christmas Basket Drive, said “clubs and organizations in the area are invited to participate in this project,” she said. “Food, toys, money and other gifts are always welcome.” Difficult financial times in the farm community have caused a rise in the number of farmers experiencing stress. “The inability to control many factors of farming, such as market demand and weather conditions, makes farming one of the most stressful occupations, and the recession in the farm economy has just multiplied the stress,” says Anne Soderman, Michigan State University Cooperative Extension specialist in family relations. If left unchecked, stress can make a person districted, withdrawn and depressed, and lead to a host of other behaviors that in­ terfere with a person’s ability to work, socialize or deal with his-her problems. One signal of severe stress is change in a person’s usual routine, such as missing Christmas in the Country foil KB IB Gifts Fashioned from the Hand and Heart — by: Hale and Arline Hokanson • Paula Cole»Loa Kinyon«Mary Hokanson -xm> at the CHESTER wii<jhtow|in TOWNSHIP HALL In Gresham on Mulliken Road Between M-50 and Vermontville Highway — LUNCH AVAILABLE — fcptariFilqWi tiftWlaXVi nndii|kto|i! ig dtat*** SS ** SS> SLii^ ii^ i**^!** >*gK< 3% :>%5 %5 jj#** *>jd J<** >I* J* I"* *>" I,f<r** >J". Ifr* i«f 1^ by Ava Kroger ville’s generousity will fill every basket again this year.” Anyone wishing further information can contact Wagner at 852-9719. Watch for stress symptoms in farm community Saturday, Nov. 30 • 10 to 6 Sunday, Dec. 1 • 12 to 4 Wit Last year, the Nashville area provided enough food and gifts to make over 100 families’ Christmas a brighter one, said Wagner. “I have no doubt that Nash- At Gresham Church • Saturday 11 to 1:30 regularly attended meetings for several weeks, Soderman says. Highly stressed people often exhibit behavior shifts, becoming withdrawn or unusually outgoing. A drastic change in physical appearance either in neatness or style - is also quite common. In extreme cases, stress can lead to suicide. People considering suicide often show particular behavior patterns that indicate they are at risk. Potential suicide victims often lose concern for their family, buy a burial plot or life insurance, stop talking about the future, lack any outward sign of emotion or show a drastic weight change. Most importantly, people contemplating suicide usually talk about it, Soderman says. People experiencing severe stress need professional help but may be either unaware they have a problem or unwilling to do anything about it. Offering emotional sup­ port, listening to their problems and expressing concern can be enough to prompt some people severe stress to get help. Most people who reach this state, however, require more of a planned and caring con­ frontation to convince them to seek assistance, Soderman says. Discussing specific unusual behaviors and caused by the person’s stress and anticipating ways to head off any excuses for Vermontville news those behaviors often help people realize they do have a problem. Be sure always to show concern and support, and ask what the other person is thinking, Soderman urges. Before encouraging someone to seek professional assistance, find out about the options for help in the area. Professional help is available in most com­ munities in the form of in­ dividual counseling, coun­ seling hotlines and peer listening groups. Even after discussing your concerns, a person may refuse to acknowledge heshe has a stress problem. Soderman says to be greatly persistent in getting the person to find some help. “Though it may take a great deal of time and effort to get someone to seek help, it is worth the energy,” Soderman says. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood School Lunch Menu Monday, Nov. 25 Chalupa, lettuce-cheese, corn, bread and butter, pears. Tuesday, Nov. 26 Tomato Soup, crackers, toasted cheese sdw., carrotscelery, apple crisp. Wednesday, enesay, Nov. ov. 27 Turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing and gravy, cran­ berries, tea rolls and butter, fruit jello. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving. No School. Friday, Nov. 29 No School. Coming Events Tuesday, Nov. 19 - Area citizens over 50 to meet for lunch at 12:45 at Jr.-Sr. High School. Program to follow by pictures of an African Safari by Clifton Mason. Thursday, Nov. 21 - Ver­ montville Historical Society to meet at 7 p.m. for a potluck and program of awards and senior citizen­ ships by Greta Firster. Monday, Nov. 25 Sesquicentennial meeting at 7 p.m. at the village office. Wednesday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Eve service at 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Saturday, Nov. 30 Christmas in the Country Bazaar at 9 a.m. Refreshments will be available at 11 a.m. Suggestion - Turn porch lights or window candles on in homes on Tuesday evening to pray for success in summit conference in Geneva. Deer fire-arms season began on Friday, Nov. 15 and continues until Saturday, Nov.30. Darrell Hale and Roy Simpson stopped in at Nancy’s Beauty Shop before noon on Friday to report success. Darrell had earlier got a deer with bow and arrow. Kate Snider, Helen Corbin of Nashville and Hermina Southern attended an all day Eaton County Association O.E.S. meeting at Eaton Rapids on Friday. Joanne Hansen returned home Sunday from Pennock Hospital following surgery last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Brumm of Lake City, Minnesota visited Margareta and Martha Zemke recently. Mrs. Evelyn Van Blarcom Waterman of Battle Creek passed away recently. She was a commercial teacher at V.H.S. in the 25’s and 26’s. Mrs. Mildred Hill of Hastings spent Saturday with Mrs. Greta Firster. The Kalama Historical Society is having a bake sale at the Charlotte Michigan National Bank on Friday, Nov. 22. Dinner planned for retired postmaster The Vermontville Chamber of Commerce has declared Tuesday, Dec. 3 as “Lawrence Frith Day” and will host a dinner honoring the retired Vermontville postmaster. The potluck style dinner is to be held at the Ver- montville Fire Barn at 6:30 p.m. and members of the Chamber of Commerce note everyone is welcome to attend. Meat will be provided and those wishing to attend are asked to bring a dish to pass. 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Wednesday, Nov. 27 Sliced turkey, potatoes and gravy, green beans, cran­ berry sauce, bread and butter, pumpkin pie. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Day. No school. Friday, Nov. 29 No school. Note: milk is served with all lunches. Choice of 2 veg.’s and 2 fruits will be offered daily. High Performance XL SERIES storm windows Designed to fight cold air infiltration with pre­ mium features like wind locks, wind brace and deluxe weatherstripping. Industry-certif­ ied to be 400% more efficient than regular storm windows! Two-track or three-track; choice of finishes. ■Wvj HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIYERIMG-PLAKNIMG-ESTIMATING-SAVIMG Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 12 Former residents observe 70th wedding anniversary EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Tyler, formerly of Ver­ montville who now reside at 6998 Gun Lake Rd., Delton, will observe their 70th wedding anniversary November 22. Arthur and the former Gertrude Tyler were married Nov. 22, 1915 by a Rev. Schlueter in Hoytville, Mi. During their married life they have lived near Ver­ montville, on S. Jefferson St. in Hastings and at Algonquin Lake. He retired as a builder in 1958 and had also been involved in general farming during their early years of marriage. Wed., Nov. 20 - 7:30 p.m. Jr. Livestock Association Board Meeting, Extension Office; Charlotte. Thurs., Nov. 21 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. 4-H Roller Skating, Adams’, Charlotte. Saturday, Nov. 23 - 4 p.m. State 4-H Rodeo Banquet, 4-H Building, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Nov. 28 - Happy Thanksgiving Mon., Dec. 2-7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Tues., Dec. 3 MAEH Council Christmas, 11:30 a.m. Country Mill (Council Members Only). Sat., Dec. 7 - 4-H Night With The Pistons, Pontiac. Sat., Dec. 7 - 4-H Shooting Sports, Firearms 10-noon, Teen & Leader Training 1-2 p.m., Archery 2-4 p.m, 4-H Building on fairgrounds in Charlotte. Mon., Dec. 9 - Eaton County Learn and Lead, times to be announced. Eaton Intermediate School. Mon., Dec. 9 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Country Jr. Livestock Assoc, meeting, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Tues., Dec. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wed., Dec. 11 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Tel-Award Help session, Ex­ tension Office, Charlotte. Dec., 11 & 12 - 12th Annual Mich. Seed Wheat and Fertilizer School, Longs Convention Center. Pre-registration required. Call the Extension Office for further information. One of their favorite current hobbies is feeding and watching the birds on their property. He also reads a book a day, gardens, and still goes deer hunting every year. She enjoys baking plus freezing and canning the foods they raise. Their children are Ella Armbruster of Battle Creek, Bonna Tyler who divides her time between Florida and Delton, and Arthur Jr. of Jacksonville, Fl. A daughter Phyllis Johnson and a son Bob Tyler are deceased. There are 14-grandchildren, 27-great-grandchildren (two deceased) and 12-greatgreat-grandchildren. Engagements - ACTION-ADS COMPUTER SALES: A perfect Christmas gift, new and used equipment and peripherials. Winter classes now forming for Tuesday and Thursday evenings 517­ 852-1784 Nashville. (12-17) CARD OF THANKS I want to thank my friends for the lovely cards, flowers, and prayers that I had received while my stay at Pennock Hospital. God bless you all. Juanita Barrett Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS BN Do it yourself • 1 'A" pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available n 726-0377 Freeman-Rushford Hook-Brown Milton and Patricia Freeman of Delton are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Joyce Michelle, to Mark Rushford of Hastings, son of Frederick and Janet Rushford of Nashville. Joyce will graduate from Delton High School in May. Mark is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley and is em­ ployed at Twin Pines Dairy. A June 13th wedding is being planned. Mr. and Mrs. Randy Hook, of Nashville, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Theresa, to Tom Allen Brown, son of Verna Brown of Hastings. Mary is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed at Provincial House in Hastings. Tom attended Lakewood High School and is currently employed by Dan Valley Dairy Farms of Middleville. A December wedding is being planned. 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Third District Dads meet at local post Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy 25th anniversary reception set for Ames — The children of David and Shirley Ames invite their friends and relatives to a reception in honor of their 25th wedding anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 24, 1985 from 2:30-6 p.m. at their parents' home on S. Mason Road, Nashville. 1616161616161616161616161616161616 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 KRIS Happy, Happy “Sweet 16 th” Birthday — Nov. 26th — Luv Ya Lots!!! Grandma D. 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 1616161616161616161616161616161616 The Third District Dads’ of the ladies auxiliary 8260. The dads’ wives were Veterans of Foreign War met Nov. 9 at Dad’s Post 241 entertained by the ladies auxiliary 8260 playing bingo. in Nashville. Special guests were state Fifty-one Dads representing posts in the president of Michigan Dad Third District of Michigan Lynn Hughes, and chief held a morning and af­ inspector Dad Gail F. ternoon meeting. Depew. A special moment A fine dinner was served was held in honor of dads the guests and their wives by who have departed. 'Heirborn' appearing at local church The singing group known as Heirborn, will appear Sunday, Nov. 24 at 11 a.m. at Nashville Assembly of God. This group of four young men are billed as ‘‘Heirs to the throne, bom of the Spirit.” They are “Comtted to Excellence” with Gospel music as fresh as its message. Bedford Auction FOOD SALE Saturday, Nov. 23 — 4:00 RM. — Seafood, meat, vegetables, fruit plus much more. SALE Every FRI. NIGHT at 7 RM. Bedford Auction M-37 • Ph: 968-5178 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 13 ’s Open >tTson The ^ea Deer season, that is. But if you’re hunting for the best savings plan for your dollar, the season is always open at Eaton Federal Savings and Loan. Locally owned and operated, Eaton Federal has a trained staff of professionals who can help you take aim at financial security. We can hunt up a savings plan just right for your needs. And with our high interest rates, you’ll have success in the bag! Call our24-hour numberfor K 4 Q O A1 fl rates on all our savings accounts: AV and Loan Association FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: NOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - FNONE 543-3B80 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 052-1830 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 749-2811 OFFICE NOURS: Mon. thru Fri. 9:00 to 4:30, Sat. 9:00 to 12:00 noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 19, 1985 — Page 14 Personal Touch Beauty Salon Sports 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN — J BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS More natural looking noils, a longer lasting and stronger na' na'*’You can °'so len9*len Wfflatrix - ALL HAIR Tied for lead PRODUCTS Bronson upsets Lion cage team, 49-37 SIGN UP NOW FOR * CUSTOMER XMAS DRAWING I Hours: Closed Mon.; Tues. 11-7; Wed.-Fri. 9-5; Sot. 9-2 Call for appointment... 852*0767 EWING WELL DRILLING The Maple Valley girl eagers failed in their at­ tempt to gain sole possession OFFERING COMPLETE ... WATER WELL of first place in the SMAA DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE last week when they lost to Bronson 49-37. RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM The Wednesday game was (We service submersible pumps played at Bronson and began GRAVEL WELLS with Valley taking a 13-9 first A SPECIALTY quarter lead. But that ad­ A vantage faded when the 726-0088 Lions could manage only WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE & THE four points in the second EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! period. Valley trailed 21-17 at the half. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. The third quarter saw little STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 improvement in Lion play. Turnovers and a 25 percent field goal shooting per­ formance kept Bronson ahead 29-23 at the start of the November at Grandma s Greenery final period. T fr Though Valley tallied 14 Drawing every CSraithuirrrdlraiwy points in the final stanza, 83 fora$JQOO F their opponents netted 20. Sheri Forell led all scorers with 12 points; Dawn Drop by during the week and enter Morawski, 9; Carol Lamie, your name, YOU could be a 8; Bfelth S 2tarring, 6; Kellkyi winner! Also — Hoefler, 2. Dawn Morawski pulled down 12 rebounds and Browse our Carol Lamie 9. Bargain Corner Earlier in the week, the Valley girlss defeated Mid­ dleville for the second time Thanksgiving g 9-5 Daily (t*VJI 45-41. Closed s'<S’ Centerpieces The Lions held the edge 12NASHVILLE 052-9797 Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties ’ $ I Wednesday 0 Nov. 19 - 4-H Fishing Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 19 - 4-H Master Leader Program, 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 19-20 - Governors Conference on Agriculture, Hyatt Regency, Flint. Nov. 20 - 4-H Advisory Council 7:30 p.m., Extention Office, Hastings. Nov. 21 Ambassadors Club 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Nov. 21 - 4-H Dairy Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 22-24 - 4-H Careers Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. Nov. 25 - Grain Market Update - Lakewood High School, 8 p.m. Nov. 25 - 4-H Expansion and Review meeting 7:30 p.m., Extension office, Hastings. Nov. 29 - 4-H and FFA Beef Rate of Gain Contest (must call the Extension office to register before the event). Dec. 5 - MAEH Holiday Tea, Community Building, Hastings. 6 after the first quarter and earned a 28-23 halftime lead. A 12 point Trojan third, period drew them to within one point of their visitors. But Valley pulled away in the final 8 minutes to a 45-41 win. Dawn Morawski led Valley scorers with 14 points. Teammates Beth Starring added 12; Sheri Forell, 11; Carol Lamie, 6; Kim Smith and Carmen Hamilton 2 each. Leading rebounders Carol Lamie and Kelly Hoefler each grabbed 11 caroms. Beth Starring recorded 5 assists. Monday was Valley’s final chance to win the SMAA title outright when St. Philip visits the Lion gym. If the Lions lose they will share the title with Bronson and Pennfield. Thursday’s game will-be the first game of district competition for the Lions. Bellevue will be the first opponent. The games will be held in the Bellevue gym. The winner of that game will play again on Saturday Floyd Clark (left), who heads the Nashville Lodge, at 8 p.m. The finals will be on presents a plaque to Mason of the Year R.C. "Pete" Tuesday, Nov. 26, at 7 p.m. Dull, (photo supplied) Pete Dull is Mason of the Year R.C. “Pete” Dull was named 1985 Mason of the Year by Nashville Lodge in Nashville for outstanding service to his community EATON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS • NOTICE • The November 28th meeting of the Nashville Village Council has been cancelled due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. The next regular meeting will be Thursday, December 12, 1985. Also, Village Hall will be closed, November 28th and 29th. SUSAN M. 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A Mason for 21 years, he is now serving as chaplin. His Lodge currently donates to the Christmas Basket fund of Nashville. Born in Nashville, Dull has lived most of his life in Nash­ ville. He graduated from Nashville High School in 1947. “Pete” and his wife, Margie, are parents of five children and one grandchild. Michigan 4-H Rodeo banquet planned on Saturday The Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club will be hosting the Michigan 4-H Rodeo Banquet on Saturday, Nov. 23 at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The program will begin at 4 p.m. with the selection and crowing of the 1985 Michigan 4-H Rodeo Queen and Princess. Other activities include the recognition of 4-H rodeo members, dinner and dancing. The Eaton 4-H Teen Club will be serving the dinner. 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Head Librarian LaDuska Sheldon noted over $30,000 has been raised for the project through a grant and donations, and she expects to receive another $20,000 from donations within two years. There will be a memorial scroll which will hang in the new children’s wing when it’s completed, said Sheldon. The scroll will bear the names of those who have donated to the building fund. While donations for the $50,000 project are still being sought, architect and library board member Geneveive Hafner has completed the first set of blueprints required by the Michigan History Division of . the Department of State before the project can be approved. Sheldon noted the history division must have blueprints of the present structure and of the proposed expansion before approval can be given to construct an addition to a historic building. Putnam Public Library was designated as a state historic site in 1980. “They have to see the blueprints so they can be sure the facade will blend with the architectural ap­ pearance of the present building,” Sheldon said. She also noted the new wing can not conflict with the style of the present structure “so it won’t destroy the historic value of the building...! don’t see any reason why they won’t approve the project,.” she said. The new children’s wing expansion was first proposed by the library board in 1980­ 81, and was officially established as a project in 1982 as memorial donations began. “I, had more books than I knew what to do with,” said Sheldon. “Book donations were stacking up and we didn’t have any place to put them, in fact, they’re still stacking up,” she said. “We’ve needed more room for years.” Sheldon noted that when the children’s room is moved to the new wing, the library will expand the history and biography collections by placing them in the new room. She also added that the new wing will be accessible to the handicapped, with special parking, a handicap entrance to the entire ground floor and handicap restroom facilities. In addition, there will be an area set aside for processing books, where repairs can be made and supplies kept. Once plans for the project have been accepted by the Michigan History Division and the money is received, the village of Nashville will begin construction of the new wing. Putnam Public Library was first added to the state historic register in 1980 as an historic site and received a marker April 16, 1983. The library, which was the home of the Putnam family in the late 1800’s, was built in 1884-85. It was established as a library by the women’s literary club and became a public library in 1923, sup­ ported by the village of Nashville, and Castleton and Maple Grove townships, with a service contract for Assyria. By the first ofNovember in 1923, a report in The Nash­ ville News said that there were 1,200 books available. Now, 62 years later, there are over 14,000 books catalogued for circulation at Putnam Public Library. In addition, there is available for in-library use a good-sized collection of reference books. There also are several rare books, an extensive collection of periodicals, over 100 phonograph records that may be checked out and over 2,000 uncatalogued paper- backs including mysteries, science fiction, light romantic novels, general interest novels, non-fiction and study materials. While one librarian could handle the initial operation in 1923, today Putnam has one full-time librarian, Sheldon, and two part time assistants, Janet Kellogg and Duska Morawski. Green Thumb worker Ruth Brown also helps in the library. In addition, there are many volunteer aides. The Friends of the Library perform many services for the library and library board members Susan Hinckley (president), Loma Wilson, (secretary), Nita Brown (treasurer), Geneveive Hafner and Reva Schantz take care of financial matters and other concerns. The useable floor space in the library has increased over the past 60 years. In 1923, only three main floor rooms were in use. Now, four rooms on the upper floor as well as four on the first level are open to the public. Also, the basement has been adapted for storage of periodicals. In addition to books, the upstairs rooms at Putnam Public Library hold collections of local history (photos and artifacts), antique furniture and objects Of art. The message of service to the Nashville area com­ munity is still the same today as it was 60 years ago. “Remember that the library is your library, and that the board is more than glad to have you make full use of it,” noted an item in The Nashville News of November 1, 1923. “We hope more and more people of Nashville and vicinity will become accustomed to visiting the library and to availing themselves of (its) use.” Polly Cook is DAR 'good citizen' Blueprints for the present Putnam Public Library building were recently completed by library board member and former architecht Geneveive Hafner. Polly Cook is the DAR winner for Maple Valley High school and is shown being congratualted by MVHS counselor Ward Rooks. These are the blueprints for the present library building completed by Geneveive Hafner of Nashville. Hafner will also draw the blueprints for the new childrens' wing expansion project as well. Maple Valley High School Counselor Ward Rooks has announced that .senior Polly Cook of Vermontville has received the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen Award for the 1985-86 school year. The DAR Good Citizen award was presented to Polly recently by the Mary Marshall Chapter of the DAR at the Governor’s Mansion in Marshall, Michigan. Polly, 17, daughter of Dan Cook and Margaret Cook, was chosen to be the local school’s recipient of the award for this year by the school staff. Rooks called Polly a “super individual” and noted that she met the criteria established by the DAR, as well as other school requirements. When selecting an in­ dividual, patriotism, citizenship, leadership, school activities and com­ munity affairs, are con­ sidered. Rooks also noted that academics is a secon­ dary consideration. Although the DAR recommends the school’s student body vote for the recipient of the award, Rooks said the the Maple Valley schools opted to leave nominations up to the staff. “This way it doesn’t become a popularity con­ test,” he said. Cook is a lifelong resident of Vermontville, and reigned over the annual syrup festival this year as the Syrup Festival queen. She is a member of the varsity cheerleading squad at Maple Valley and takes advanced math, computer science, senior soc., physics and Spanish III courses. Polly also enjoys being a member of the girls track team in the spring. In her childhood, Polly Was active with the Brownies. Currently, she joins in ac­ tivities of the Congregational Youth Fellowship and Vermontville Junior Far­ mers 4-H club. In 4-H, she especially enjoys creating ceramic and other craft-type projects and has received a number of awards over the years including a Top 10 award for a ceramic statue of a mouse. ■ DAR, continued page 3 �Tip Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 2 Obituaries Lions Club gets interesting program— Earl Dave Wren of Wren’s Funeral Homes in Nashville and Hastings presented a Nov. 18 program to the Nashville Lions Club about “Lasting Memories-a tribute to U.S. Presidents; Tributes and Monuments to past Presidents. The message of the program was that people should care for each other when there has been a death, Lions Vice President Blair Hawblitz (right) greets Dave Wren at the club's recent meeting. — STUDIO 250 South Main Vermontville, Michigan Phone 726-1340 HOURS: 12 Noon to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday — Other Times by Appointment — Full Service Photographic Studio / . • Senior portrait pkgs. • Regular portraiture • Families & special occasions • Wedding pkgs. • Copy & restoration • Oil paintings • Framing • Passports & IDs • Commercial • Video PAPER said a club spokesman. A question and answer session at the end of the program brought some in­ teresting points: that people should tell their funeral director what they want; and that people will be given a list of funeral options to choose from, ranging from different caskets to vaults and services available. Also attending the program was the immediate past district Lions Governor Grandville Cutler and his wife, Betty. 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Lynn Wagner officiated with burial in Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Eastern Star services were held at 8 p.m. Thursday at Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes. Graveside services was under the auspices of the Nashville F & AM and the VFW Flag Folders. Memorial contributions may be made to the Putnam Library Fund or the Untied Methodist Church. Mr. Pennock was bom June 11,1919 in Maple Grove Township, the son of Ralph and Gertrude (Hoffman) Pennock. He attended Beigh and Nashville schools, graduating from Nashville High School. He was married to Clara E. Gillett on Jan. 29, 1943. He was a veteran of World War Two serving in the Navy. He had lived at his present address for the past 38 years. For the past 13 years he was engaged in carpentry work. Previous employments included farming, Pennock Concrete Products Co., in Nashville, American Door Co. in Bellevue and the former Oliver Corp, in Battle Creek. He was a member of the Nashville United Methodist Church, member and past master of Nashville F & AM, member and past worthy patron of OES, member of the Nashville Lions Club and the Nashville VFW Lodge. Mr. Pennock is survived by his wife, Clara; one son, Donald Pennock of Markle, Ind.; two daughters, Mrs. John (Lois) Lane of Battle Creek, Mrs. Woodrow. (Leigh) Haroff of Germany; five grandchildren; two brothers, Paul Pennock of Gladwin and Wayne Pen­ nock of Nashville; two sisters, Mrs. William (Grace) Tarbet and Miss Mary Pennock both of Hastings. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Jean Pennock in 1958. Caroline M. Jones NASHVILLE Mrs. Caroline M. Jones, 85, of 106 Lentz St., Nashville died Tuesday, Nov. 19, 1985 at Pennock Hospital. Funeral services were held 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 at Vogt Chapel of Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville with Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Society or Nashville Putnam Library. Mrs. Jones was born on Jan. 4, 1900 in Nashville the daughter of George and Esther (Gray) Marshall. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended the Moore School and Nashville High School and graduated in 1919. She married. Dewey H. Jones on Oct. 16, 1919. She and her husband farmed in Maple Grove Twp. for several years before moving into Nashville in 1936. She owned and operated a convalescent home in Nash­ ville for over 20 years retiring in the early 1970’s. She was a member of Nashville Garden Club and attended the Nashville Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband, Dewey; one daughter, Mrs. Carroll (Joyce) Lamie of Nashville, two sons, Dewey Jones of Dallas, Texas and Robert Jones of Battle Creek; five grandchidlren, five greatgrandchildren; sister, Mrs. Gertrude Parker of Pick­ ford. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jean Jones in 1931, two brothers, George and Grover Mar­ shall, and a sister, Ethel Cavanaugh. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! at 6:30 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES REV. LEON POHL jiti Jr jr litt’’ cm* jut mt1 it J* m1 im’ i# iti"1 jtf] im trf1 jei1 m I* Wk pm His iSff itsw1 felM) to® jildi Ban Pteafc itsditfo pikl tyhij wsjJj nHkn hi iSIF ja* litji tai kfcm Kha FROM... - Irene and Dorothy - Irene’s Beauty Shop 204 N. Main, Nashville & AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH UHITED METHODIST CHURCH VERM0!*IYlli? BIBLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 219 Washington St., CHURCH North State, Nashville Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road 250 N. Main, Vermontville A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. (Vi mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday*. Morning Worship 11 a.m.Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. 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Don Roscoe Sunday School 10:30 a.m'.• Worship............... 7 p.m. NASHVILLE - Mrs. Grace C. Cooley, 55, of 512 N. Main St., Nashville died Friday, Nov. 22, 1985 at her home. Mrs. Cooley was born on July 26, 1930 in Detroit, the daughter of Elwood and Mabel (Kreig) Porter. She was raised in the Detroit area, coming to Nashville in 1946. She attended schools in Detroit and Nashville, graduating in 1948. She married Justin W. Cooley on May 13, 1950. She and her husband owned and operated Cooley’s Restaurant and Motel in Nashville for 15 years until 1967. Previously she worked for the Security National Bank in Nashville for five years and a short time with Hastings Manufacturing Co. She was a member of United Methodist Church . and United Church Women and a long-time volunteer for Cancer Society’s Reach to Recovery Program. Surviving are her husband, Justin; two daughters, Debra Cooley of Nashville, Mrs. Brian (Gale) Chaffee of Nashville; one son, James Cooley of Nash­ ville; her mother and step­ father, Mabel and Victor Brumm of Nashville; a brother, Ray Porter of Pennfield; a half-sister, Mrs. Mildred Thill of Saline. She was preceded in death by a half-sister, Beatrice Spilko. Funeral services were held 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25 at United Methodist Church of Nashville with Rev. Lynn Wagner officiating. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Assoc, or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Vogt Chapel-Wren Funeral Homes in Nashville. • 852-9107 • FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville P'.M. 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LITCHFIELD »Bl ntes l*ii ®hi .Knit M(#j I«4» ‘Mi Mia idiij fes Jty Wt% "■Uli J* �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 3 Vermontville still studying possible opera house millage by Shelly Sulser At a joint public hearing of the Vermontville Township board and the village council last week, three issues concerning the Opera House were discussed that could be put to a vote of the public next November. The Historic Opera House is in need of repair and in order to make the necessary improvements, a special one mill tax was requested as a possible ballot proposal to pay for the cost of the project. Township Supervisor Ed Sampson noted the township, which currently levies Former resident takes first place in national sales competition Sandy Hulbert, a 1980 Maple Valley High School graduate who now resides in Bay Landing, Texas, was honored recently for being first place in overall sales for the National American Companies (NACO). Sandy, 23, won the high honors by topping a field of more than 300 NACO sales representatives. She also has the distinction of achieving the coveted Master Salesperson designation at a recent awards banquet in Texas where she received the world’s largest trophy — an eight-foot tall prize —­ which will be in the Genesis Book of World Records. That honor also netted her a $10,000 check for having overall monthly gain. She also received $15,000 for being the annual top sales person. For being the number one salesperson for 1985, Sandy received a trip in October to the NACO home office in Gautier, Mississippi and invited her mother Mrs. Eleanor Rasey of Ver- DAR, from page one Plate collecting is another hobby Polly enjoys. She received her first collector’s plate in the fifth or sixth grade and her collection has grown to seven since then. During her spare time, Polly likes to jog, exercise, bicycle and swim. She has two brothers, Rob, and Steve. Reading novels is another favorite hobby. After graduation, Polly said she would like to attend college to become a nurse. Rooks noted the deicision for the award was a tough one, because he feels many members of the senior class are deserving. Polly is now eligible to enter the state level com­ petition for the Michigan DAR Good Citizen of the Year. She will have to fill out a questionaire which in­ volves some test questions relating to American government and also relating to her plans for the future. She will be judged on the basis of her responses to the questions. She could win from $35 to $100 in bonds in the state level competition and if she is the state winner, Polly could be awarded up to $1,000 in bonds in the national competition. montville to accompany her. The two women were chauffeuredina limousine to the Biloxi Hilton, located on the longest man-made sand beach in the world, where they checked into a specially reserved suite. The following day, Sandy and Mrs. Rasey toured In­ dian Point, the Villas of Hickory Hill and the NACO Home Office. They also attended a luncheon which was held in Sandy’s honor with top company executives. After leaving Mississippi, Sandy and Mrs. Rasey went to New Orleans, Louisiana where they enjoyed some sightseeing and gourmet food. Sandy was offered a promotion to be assistant manager of the Bay Landing Resort, but says after much thought, declined the offer because she is enjoying the sales challenge. In the past year, Sandy also has won trips to the Bahamas and Jamaica for her sales achievements. Sandy has just been transferred to another new NACO resort area being developed in Missouri. She started her employment at Bay Landing just over a year ago. Her background bespeaks of much sales ability and achievement, as she made good use of scholarships and sold books door-to-door to put herself through her years at Michigan State University where she maintained a double major in employment relations and communications. nearly one mill (90-percent of one-mill), is limited as to how many mills it can levy along with the Eaton In­ termediate School district, Eatran and the Maple Valley schools operating millage. Should the mills add up to 15, there would have to be a special vote to exceed the millage limit. Both the sesquicentennial committee and the teen recreation committee would like to see the state historic site put back into shape in time for the 150th birthday celebration of the village for use as a community center. Although no decision has been made whether to ask voters to approve extra millage, the three possible ballot issues are still being investigated by the township board. Should the board agree to put the proposals on the ballot, voters would decide: 1. Whether the Opera House should be used as a com­ munity center; 2. Whether to exceed the 15 mill limit; and 3. Whether to approve the additional Opera House millage. But Township Clerk Janice Baker noted that all three issues would have to pass or none of them would be ef­ fective because “they go hand-in-hand.” Sampson said he is not sure how many mills are actually levied in the area and that he is still investigating the matter. Baker also noted that the township will not make a decision conerning the issues until it is learned whether Vermontville will receive funding from the state from a Michigan Equity Grant. “We’ll know by January if we get the grant,” she said. At the joint meeting of the boards, Pat O’Dell was appointed to form a com­ mittee to inspect the Opera House and list the needed repairs and the estimated costs of those repairs. 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He particularly solicited the trade of "German folks," noted The News, "as he speaks their language fluently." Hale also was a longtime local American Railway Express agent, and when he died in 1928 at age 72 was the oldest active employee of the company in Michigan. He is seen in this early 1920s photo with his second wife, Florence. Turning Back the Pages feature of the 1940-60s, and from various early issues of The News.) 1873 - The Lee boys have built a big “coop” north of Downing and Allen’s store, and are buying all the chanticleers and long-legged turkeys they can get sight of. 1874 - The people of Nash­ ville are invited to attended a Union Thanksgiving service in the Methodist church the morning of Thanksgiving Day and to bring what they can, in the way of provisions and money, to send to the unfortunate people in the “grasshopper region” of Kansas and Nebraska. It is a well known fact that many of these people are in desperate circumstances following the panic of ‘73 and the grasshopper ravages of the past summer. Contributions of cash, dried fruit, wheat, meal and used clothing will be collected by Capt. Boise, Messrs C. Smith, L. Durkee andG.A. Truman and sent in a box car to a distributing center in the hard-hit area. 1875 - Philip Holler has sold his Thornapple water power to H.J. Hanchett of Barryville, who will move his saw mill to this place. 1876 - The bones of the mastodon discovered on Mr. Cumming’s farm near Bellevue attracting con­ siderable interest and many form this place have driven over to view them. More than 100 pounds of bones have been dug up and par­ tially fitted together and there are many more being unearthed. The animal is estimated to have been 30’ long, 20’ high, and to have weighed 30,000 lbs. 1877 - H.G. Hale has added a line of school books to his The housing shortage in Nashville was so critical in 1880 that eight full grown families" were sheltered in the Union House, a 3-story hotel located on the present-day site of Central Park, "and more newcomers are seeking quarters every day," observed The News. Built in the early 1870s, the hotel was destroyed by a fire some 30 years later. During that span it often served Os a staging area for entertainment at such events as this 1900 Farmers' Picnic. stock of drugs and patent medicines and invites the public to stop in and inspect his offerings. Mr. Hale particularly solicits the trade of German folks, as he speaks their language fluently. 1878 - Henry and Daniel Miller, while filling in a dug well on Section 5, Maple Grove township, Saturday, had a peculiar accident when one of a team of horses hitched to a grader fell 30 feet into the well. With the help of neighbors, the horse was removed from the well shortly before dark, and appears to be uninjured. 1879 - As Nashville grows into importance as a com­ mercial center, a growing need is felt for street lights. A meeting has been called for next Monday night to consider the matter. 1880 - Business is booming and houses are scarce in this village. The Union House (hotel) shelters eight full grown families, and more newcomers are seeking quarters every day. 1885 J.H. Harper and T.E. Niles, assisted by a competent gang of workmen, moved the little schoolhouse to The News site and placed itona 3-foot wall. (1985 note: The building still stands on that Maple St. site.) 1886 A large hunting party with Ralph Dunham and Herb Stevens as cap­ tains of the different sides were scouring the woods in all directions in search of game, Thanksgiving. At the count-up in the evening Dunham’s party had 5,272 points, or 1,875 more than Steven’s side and the latter stood the expense of a fine supper at Clever’s. 1887 - The common council should take immediate action to give the village adequate fire protection this winter. The engine should be placed in a building on the street, where it can be got out quickly in case of a fire. Where it is now kept is an awkward [dace, especially if there is a four foot drift of snow in the alley, as there frequently is. A fire should also be kept in the room constantly during the winter months,. as otherwise the engine is rendered useless by freezing, as was the case at the Boise-Wheeler fire, which occured within ten rods of the engine room; yet we all know that the buildings were nearly burned down before the engine could be thawed out. 1889 - For rain, fog, mud and general unpleasantness, this fall is truly distinquished. 1890 - The Kalamo fruit evaporator closed operations this week for the season, having handled during the fall 13,000 bushels of apples, more by 2,000 bushels than it has ever handled before in one season. Fowler & Mosey, "Get your Thanksgiving turkey and cranberries stuffed under your vest this afternoon and get down to Riverside Park," encouraged The News in 1911, to see Nashville High meet the Lansing Independents in the last game of the season. Thanksgiving Day football matches were a local tradition for a number of years. The Riverside playing field, seen in this photo taken five years later, was located west of the Main Street business district, south of Sherman. Coach of this 1916 team is Professor Rockwood, standing at left rear. the proprietors, have paid out during the season, for fruit and help, about $6,000. 1898 Work has been commenced on the state bicycle path, which is to run from the southern line of Michigan to the Straits of Mackinac. 1899 - Claude F. Hough has sold his house at the corner of Maple and Queen streets to Miss L. Adda Nichols for $1,000. Mr. and Mrs. Hough will move to Kansas. 1900 - Fruit men say that apple trees in this state are fast drying out and that this great Michigan industry will be a thing of the past in another generation. 1901 - A total of 19 arrests have been made in the village since May 1, all under the had of drunk and disorderly, and fines of $56, together with costs of $51.75 have been collected. 1904 - Deer, which once were plentiful in these parts but have become a rarity in recent years, may be coming back. George and Homer Ayers saw one last week on the Daniel Jackson farm in Maple Grove. 1905 - Dr. F.F. Shilling, Dr. W.A. Vance, Harry Cooper, Claude Marshall, Carl Brattin and Len W. Feighner attended the Michigan-Wisconsin game at Ann Arbor Saturday. During the game a section of tem­ porary bleachers collapsed and a number of spectators were- injured. Vern Hire, telephone lineman of Ver­ montville, was one of the victims and was hospitalized for cuts and bruises. 1911 Get your Thanksgiving turkey and cranberries stuffed under your vest in good season this afternoon and get down to Riverside park, where Nash­ ville high will meet the Lansing Independents in the last game of the football season; winning every game they have played and being scored on only once, and that after two of her best men had been put out on account of injuries, the people of Nash­ ville should be proud to give them a record attendance at this holiday game. 1923 Two fires, which occurred simultaneously at the residences of Al Bennett and C.H. Raymond, kept the fire department very busy Sunday morning. 1924 - More school room is absolutely necessary at the Nashville School and every voter in the district should turn out and vote at the special election to be held next Tuesday evening regarding the bonding of the district to finance an ad- dition to the school. 1927 - Barber Motor Sales in Vermontville will have a grand showing Saturday of the much talked of new Ford automobiles. The new 1927 line is reported to be radically changed from the old Model T Ford. 1928 Dr. E.T. Morris, village health officer, Monday evening told members of the Chamber of Commerce that Nashville will have to do something about its source of water supply, as the state health department has notified him samples of Thornapple River water submitted contain colon bacillus and that the river water is not fit for drinking. It is expected that the village council will decide to drill municipal wells, as the prescribed purifying process would be very expensive. 1930 - The W.K. Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek financial is offering assistance in providing a new schoolhouse or an ad­ dition to the present building in Nashville. The school board has called a meeting for Friday night to consider the proposition. A novel way to 1933 continue their college career has been evolved by Vidian Roe and Lyman Elber, students at Michigan State College, who plan on giving a dance at the Nashville Masonic Temple in the form of a Thanksgiving Eve Frolic. If it is a success the boys will give another during the Christmas holidays, the dance of course being en­ tertainment for all of the students and teachers home for the holidays and for the crowd in town who like a good dance. Bronny Scrubby and his orchestra, one of the most popular bands on the MSC campus, will furnish the music. 1939 - William Lundstrum and son, Gerald, carried offf the Nashville community deer hunting honors forr bringing in the first buck of the season, with the ad­ ditional honors of having a very early breakfast and late supper at home on opening day, with a 175 pound buck in their possession, which was shot near Luther. 1940 The first real snowfall of the season came Friday night, and with it near-zero weather. Snow, sleet and freezing rain plagued most of the nation over the weekend. 1945 - Mrs. Marjorie Hill received a telephone call Friday morning from her husband, S. 1-C Milo Hill, from Seattle, Wash., saying he expected to receive his discharge in December. In the past year he has been in the Admiralty Islands, the Philippines, Ulithi, and finally Eniwetok before sailing home...T. Sgt. Wayne O. Whitmore of the U.S. Marines arrived home last week after serving in the Lalau Islands for the past year...Mr. and Mrs. Horace Powers arrived home this week to stay. Horace received his discharge from the navy after three years service. 1948 The front of the Everts building, recently purchased by Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Spohn, has been at- "As Nashville grows into importance as a commercial center, a growing need is felt for street lights." tractively painted with the letter B&R (for Bill and Ruby) Market in red and white...Another sign lettering job done on Main Street last week was at Maker’s I.G.A. store, where Tom Maker now has his name in letters three feet high across the top of the windows. 1950 - For the third con­ secutive year the Nashville Lions Club will sponsor a Christmas decoration contest, again offering cash prizes for the best home decorations during the Christmas season. Anyone living within the corporate limits of Nashville will be eligible, the limitations being dut to the difficulty of viewing entires. Itis a rather large job on a cold night for tthe judges to cover just the village. 1953 Roger Boline, a native a Ludington, took over his new duties last week as principal of Nashville High School. He came to Nashville from Mt. Morris. Mrs. Boline also has joined the local teaching staff and when school reopens after Thanksgiving will teach second grade. 1955 Santa Claus will make his first 1955 visit to Nashville, arriving at Central Park on Saturday. The Nashville High school band will be on hand to join in greeting him, and will play a concert of Christmas carols and other Yuletide numbers. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 5 New books at Putnam Library; cookie exchange planned “A Guide Book of Untied States Coins” by R.S. Yeoman. Fully illustrated with catalog and valuation list-1616 to date. “Not My Kid” by Beth Polson and Miller Newton, Ph.D. A parent’s guide to kids and drugs. The above books have been presented in memory of Cheryl Seeburger by the Maple Valley School Board. “The Illustrated Atlas of Hawaii.” An excellent history of the islands with colorful illustrations. Edited by O.A. Bushnell. “Twilight on the Range” by William Timmons. Recollections of a cowboy. “Whole Grain Cookbook” by Ideals Magazine. A collection of recipes using whole grain foods which will result in many delicious and nutritious meals. “The Home Workplace.” Many projects for the home craftsman from the editors •aif ‘'s• ak □'M **>, ai1 i Us5 Us5 of Organic Gardening.' “Let’s Make Doll Fur­ niture” by Eileen Mercer. Ideas for doll furniture from odds and ends you probably have around the house. “Dancing in the Light” by Shirley MacLaine. The latest in the author’s writings of her personal experiences. “Chain Saw Service Manual” by Technical Publications. “To Bury Our Fathers” by Sergio Ramirez. A novel of Nicaragua. “The Dean’s December” by Saul Bellow. A tale of two cities, Chicago, Illinois, and Burcharest, Rumania. “Badge of the Assassin” by Robert Tanenbaum and Philip Rosenberg. A true story of a shocking crime, told with all the skill and subtlety of first-rate fiction. “Eddie and the Cruisers”. A novel of the rock ‘n’ roll years of the fifties by P.F. Kluge. “Faithful Ruslan” by Georgia Vladimov. One of the best animal stories ever written, about a guard dog in a Soviet Gulag. “They Call Me Assassin” by Jack Tatum. A book about the violent world of professional football. “Troika” by David Montross. A novel about a Russian agent, a key figure in a scheme to give the Russians access to American information. A first course in German has been added to our foreign language collection. The Friends of the Library are sponsoring a Community Coffee and Cookie Exchange Thursday, Dec. 5, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Community Building at Putnam Park. Please bring six cookies in a bag, with the recipe, to exchange and six cookies to eat. Coffee and a drink for children will be furnished. There will be a craft demonstration. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS!!! Powers Service Will be CLOSED Nov. 25 thru Dec. 2 ...for VACATION Troop of the month works on service projects ?1 W2 1 Wr hrtiifli.''' “**n* «Rfwrfrh8u “** «w8 Mfr,_ fS "*"* osocom# &aH nwdisft !TSX X I ((,AA.|'I,! This has been a very active month for Kim Huey’s first grade Brownie troop. The weekly meetings have been spent making turkeys to decorate food baskets and collecting food for the baskets. The next couple of weeks will be spent making Christmas cards and or­ naments for the com­ munities Senior Citizens. On Monday, Dec. 2, the nine Brownies in Kims troop will meet with the rest of the scouts in Nashville to go to Barry County Medical Care Facility to go Christmas caroling. On Dec. 17th, the girls are looking forward to SMI k an Fabric and Craft I lata 33’ffii EARLY BIRD SALE! Friday, Nov. 29 from [ toiiim riiqk terr frliK i Qtr. a: jai if®!1 7 to 10 a.m. Only I 20% 0% OFF All FABRICS | rtlijWki|i Bgjifril irtke* Also: Thanksgiving Sale | jfrftllilW hife'ii — 2 DAYS ONLY — I Sait-t ante®1 Fri., Nov. 29 & Sat., Nov. 30 ] ^aakF Lamp Bases to use with pier- । ced lampshades 25% Off ■ Glngher Shears ’19.99, 4” । ’12.99; Grab-lt-PInholders ’6.50; Rope Doll Bed Kits 25% Off; Batting 25% Off; Holiday Fashion Fabric W Off; Flat Reed for Basket Weaving 25% Off; Stenciling Paints 25% Off; Felt Squares 20’; Floss Organizers 25% Of; DMC floss % Off; Sample । Sale. ■I®i Xr afIr tab j? cfrifl® ■? life t**1*8^ ifrte AiSiS SiS •*5 »j a* fri#1 fl* # *, # a®* ’ gjif fl lfl« Country ounry Stitches ces | **5 flQfl *•£?> I tt* their Christmas party! This is Mrs. Huey’s first year as a Scout leader. She volunteered to become a leader because of the fond memories she had as a Brownies when she was growing up. Kim works part­ time at the Hastings Country Club, is a wife and mother of three children. The Brownies in Mrs. Huey’s troop are: Debbie Decowski, Lisa Crutcher, Teresa Gordon, Carie Huey, Sarah Hughes, Cheryl Norris, Erica Reid, Barbara Secord and Tracy Wood­ worth. The girls said they have enjoyed all their Brownie activities so far, especially the roller skating, Halloween Party, singing and arts and crafts. 145 S. MAIN, EATON RAPIDS । PHONE — 663-2117 I __________________________ । Card Of Thanks I wish to thank my family and our many friends for the phone calls, cards, flowers and visits to me while I was in the hospital and since returning home. Your kindness will not be forgotten. Bless all of you. Joan Hansen Card Of Thanks Many thanks to my friends for the lovely cards, flowers and gifts I received in the hospitals. Thanks to the Congregational Church for their beautiful plant and to Rev. Trump and Brother Bruno for their prayers. 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Then it can be too late. PAINTING CLASSES. Lots of things and lots of fun. Call 852-9112. (12-10) f l* ’ •<< •< The last thing you need now is a problem with your homeowners insurance. School Hours: Monday thru Friday 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. PHONE — 852-1948 - From left, Thelma Christopher, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, John Warren and Bev Warren. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car @___ (Cfuto-Owners Insurmtce 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 ThMPM^faple- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 6 Michigan 4-H cookbook available Savor It! The New Michigan 4-H Cookbook, has just ben published, and is chucked full of delicious recipes submitted by members and friends from across the state of Michigan. The cookbook is now available from the Eaton County Extension Office, 126 N. Bostwick St. in Charlotte and from 4-H clubs for just $6.50. Postage is $1 if necessary. The unique cookbook in­ cludes sections on Ap­ petizers; Soups and Side Dishes; Meats, Poultry and Fish; Breads; Desserts; Microwave; Holiday Specialities and Food Gifts; Low Salt, Low Sugar and Special Needs; Kids Cook; Snacks; Heritage Foods; Breakfast and Brunches; and Quantity Cooking. The 160 page book also contains nutrition information for most recipes, plus helpful tips and charts on Herbs and Spices, Microwave, Fruit and Vegetable availability, Equivalents, Substitutions and Metric Conversion, and a history of Michigan 4-H. Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase this unique cook­ book, which would also make an excellent gift. For more information contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372-5594. Cogswell - Kent to be united 'Maplewood Elementary students learn to use their imaginations Fourth grade students in Kris Green's class at Maplewood Elementary school in Vermontville recently completed a project that promotes the expansion of imaginations and creative abilities. "Gerfuls", that include models of stages, houses and creatures, are items made from ordinary objects into creative pro­ jects. Pictured here with their projects are: (front row) Missy Melvin and Lisa Dickinson. Second row: (l-r) Gerard Conklin, Rich Wood, Jeremy Swift, Gordon Shaw, Irene Melchert, Rudy Othmer, Kelly Mahan and Stacey Hawblitz. Third row: Virginia Coblentz, Gary Levering and Jaime Gibson. Fourth row: Sean Milbourn, John Hunt, Angie Morris, Paula Villanueva, Dan Flory, Lisa Wood, Cheryl Conkie and Jennifer McArthur. Carol Lamie ...on your All-Conference Selection. Serving our Country It’s been a long four years and a lot of trips up and down the floors. You are "all everything” to us! Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Cogswell of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Dawn Renee, to Jon Steven Kent, Jr., of Burlington, son of Bev J. Coy of Burlington, and Jon Kent of Union City. The bride-elect graduated from Maple Valley High School and is employed by Hastings Mutual Insurance Company. Her fiance, is a graduate of Union City High School and is stationed with the U.S. Army in Bamberg, West Germany. No def inate wedding date has been set. Love from ... All Your Family A Crock For Every Purpose — WE HAVE THE SIZE YOU NEED — Check Our LOW Prices! Fdr that Special Christmas Gift for that Special Person MHashville a HARDWARE $ Thomas J. McArthur Airman Thomas J. McArthur, son of Thomas W. and Karen B. McArthur of 5926 Round Lake Road, Vermontville, has been assigned to Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, after completing Air Force basic training. During the six weeks at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree in applied science through the Community College of the Air Force. The airman will now received specialized in­ struction in the information systems field. He is a 1984 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Vermontville. James L. Wright Army National Guard Private James L. Wright, son of Dick L. Wright of Eaton Rapids, and Sharon K. Wright of 210 N. Main St., Vermontville, has completed the basic field artillery cannoneer course under the one station unit training (OSUT) program at For Sill, Okla. During the course, students were taught the duties of a howitzer or gun section crewman. They also received instruction in communications, maintenance and the handling of ammunition and explosives. OSUT is a program that combiens basic training with advanced individual training. His wife, Wendy, is the daughter of Walter and Donna Wyskiowski of Vermontville. He is a 1985 gradute of Maple Valley Adult Education School, Nashville. 9k Personal Touch Beauty Salon A '/* Happy Thanksgiving] j A/V' 105 N. MAIN STREET— NASHVILLE ____________Phone 852-0713 A CT ION-ADS nai More natural looking nails, a longer lasting and stronger nail. You can also lengthen them. Matrix - ALL HAIR PRODUCTS SIGN UP NOW FOR A CUSTOMER XMAS DRAWING! HOURS: Mon. 9-5, Tues. 2-7. Closed Wed.: Thurs., Fri. 9-5 . Saturday 9-2. CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT . 852-0767 ®8®®®®®®®®®»®®® g Pre-Holiday Coupon! s5.00 Off ® PERMS and highlighting^ *5.00 Off with This Coupon • Good thru Nov. 30 SPORTING SPORTIN GOVERNMENT HOMES: from $1. (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 1856876000 Ext. 1-8Q5-687-6000 E GH6574 GH-6574 for information. (12-3). 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN @ Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville @ Phone... 726-0330 ® ®®@®®®@®®®®®®®@ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 7 Local 'Right-To-Life' group plans Thanksgiving Potluck-auction The Maple Valley Right to Life will be hosting a Thanksgiving Potluck and Auction Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 6 p.m. The Nashville Community Building has been chosen as the place for the gathering and anyone interested in joining in is requested to bring a main dish, a dessert or salad and a wrapped item to be auctioned. Calvin Oles along with Steve Knight will be on hand to help with the auctioning of the items that will be brought in by Right To Life supporters. “This once a year activity is planned by Right To Life in order to get all those who share a burden for the un­ born to partake in a time of fellowship and at the same time to raise funds to help in the work of bringing justice to the unborn,” said Gladys Vogel of the local Right To Life group. It promises to be a fun time for all who attend. If please call 852-0706 or 852interested in attending and 7188 or write to P.O. Box 459, more information is desired, Nashville, MI. Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events: Wednesday, Nov. .27 Thanksgiving Eve service at First Congregational Church 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving Day! Monday, Dec. 2 - Garden Club Christams Dinner at noon at the Griswold Room, Gift exchange. Monday, Dec. 2 - Woman’s Club to meet at 7 p.m. at the home of Edith Swartz for a Silent Auction, Christmas Crafts and Goodies. Bring Christmas treat and recipe. Tuesday, Dec. 3 - Com­ munity Retirement potluck dinner for Lawrence Frith at the Fire Barn at 6:30 p.m. Meat to be furnished so bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Thursday, Dec. 12 - Senior Citizens meet for a noon potluck, Bingo and gift ex­ change. The community was shocked to hear of the sudden death of Earl Pennock of Nashville as he was doing some work at the home of Margreta and Martha Zemke. He was well known in Vermontville as he was the carpenter in charge of laying the new floor upstairs in the Museum and other work in the area. Sympathy is extended to his family. Mrs. Mary Ellen (Sekill) Zimmerman of Belmont spent Tuesday p.m. with Mary Alice Rodriguez. Her mother Mrs. Francis Pugh was a primary teacher at V.H.S. in the ‘40’s and they lived on West Main now the home of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Shantz. Mary Ellen has five children, two still living at home. Her husband is a teacher in Wyoming School. There was a large at­ tendance Thursday evening at the Historical Meeting in the Methodist church to enjoy the delicious supper and honoring three persons who were to receive awards for their volunteer work in the Museum and in research. We are happy that Ben Ommen and nearly all his family attended to express their pride in their father for his unselfishness, but regret that Martha Zemke and Ester Shepard were unable to come. AU three received a framed award and a flower arrangement. Mrs. Susan Collins, president of the Michigan Historical Commission and her husband from Marshall presented the Award. Later Mrs. Greta Firster showed lovely slided of their trip last July to Alaska. The animal pictures were especially enjoyed. Mrs. Hermina Southern was happy to receive the news of a great grandson bom the Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Wilson in Ann Arbor. He was named Alex L and has an older sister. Callers of Mrs. Kate Snider on Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Fred Walsh, Mrs. Helen Purchas and Mrs. Hermina Southern. Mrs. Hermina Southern accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Sam Southern of Charlotte to the 11 a.m. funeral of Mrs. Leta Miner of Freeport. Mr. and Mrs. Russell Booker were sorry to hear their son Vernon and wife in Lake Odessa had a bad fire Wednesday a.m. that destroyed the first floor of their home, but they were able to eScape safely. Happy Thanksgiving! — Community — THANKSGIVING SERVICE i. Wednesday Evening f Nov. 27 • 7:30 p.m. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE All are Welcome — Please Join Us Putnam Library building fund still growing «**»* Sonxpte lokttt.. 1: * pyW A cr! «r. :z Memorial contributions helped swell Putnam Public Library’s building fund last week. Donations came in memory of Marguerite Wilson from Mr. and Mrs. Gale Wetzel, Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Newland and Mr. and Mrs. CarroD Wolff; in memory of Beatrice Penfold from the Nashville COA Nutrition Site members; and in memory of Earl Pennock from Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Wolff. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present faciUty on North Main Street may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names wiU be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. More than 30,000 has already been raised toward the goal. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, NashviUe, 852-0713. 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NOTE TO DEALER: For each coupon you accept as our authorized agent, we will pay you the face value of this coupon, plus 8C handling charges, provided you and your customers have complied with the terms of this offer. Any other application constitutes fraud. Invoices showing, your purchase of sufficient stock to cover all coupons must be shown upon request Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted. Your customer must pay any required sales tax and bottle deposit. Cash value 1/20 of 1 c. Redeem by mailing to: The Coca-Cola Company of Michigan. P0. Box 1504. Clinton. Iowa 52734. Offer good only in area served by The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Michigan. 4=1000 2575=1=1 A �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 8 Lion girls clench basketball title Maple Valley’s girls’ basketball team won the SMAA league title last Monday by defeating a visiting St. Philip team 64-43. This is the first league title won since girls’ in­ terscholastic competition began in 1970. A tough Lion defense earned the crown. Defensive pressure kept the Tigers off balance all night and held Kelli Adams, leading scorer for the city of Battle Creek, scoreless. Valley roared to a 6-0 advantage but let the Tigers recover and take their only lead 13-12 on two free-throws early in the second quarter. The Lions quickly responded sports scorers with 18 points. Sheri Forell and Carol Lamie added 13 and 11 respectively. Forell also tallied 7 steals and Lamie had 9 rebounds and 5 steals. Kim Bahs led Lion rebounders with 10 and added 7 points. Beth starring and Kelly Haefler each added 4 points and Carmen Hamilton and Debbie Corkins 2 points each. The Lions finished the regular with a one-win ad­ vantage over second place Pennfield and Bronson. by building a 28-22 half-time lead. The Lions press began to take its toll in the second half. They wore the Tigers down and took advantage of numerous Tiger errors turning them into fast break baskets and widening the Lion margin of victory. All Lions contributed to the win which puts the regular season record at 14-5, 10-2 SMAA. Dawn Morawski led all FLOWERS by JAN Lloyd Cooper and Brock DeGroot have been named to the SMAA all league golf foam'. g Maple Valley changes site of wrestling opener; will now host match £ Open House / if December 4 thru December 7 W Brighten up your holidays or some- 0 one elses, with a pretty arrangement jrp that will last from year to year. . V* A LARGE SELECTION OF — - Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team will open its schedule at home on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. with Lakewood. The match was orginally scheduled at Lakewood but was changed due to a site conflict at Lakewood. • Centerpieces • Wreaths G J Maple Valley High School yj • Candle Arrangements • And More fr Athletic Boosters are cancelling bingo for the R5 WILL ALSO TAKE ORDERS following dates, due to the V. UP TIL DECEMBER 21, 1985_^V holidays: Nov. 28,1985, Dec. qn 9749 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml phone 26, 1985 and Jan. 2, 1986. (12­ 3). — 726-1151 Five Maple Valley football players were named to the SAAAA all league team (l-r) Jim Fuller, Scott Villanueva, Mike Siple, Mark Hess and Matt McClelland. Junior Karate Class DNAUSALR SPARAYT ’/zI OOZ. ONRN MFM EMNTHUAI F UOALI ATERU D VUAPOADQP R ADR S QPP RP AY i89 When you care enough to send the very best k ST. JOSEPH ST JOSEPH ' ASPIRIN FREE FOR CHILDREN 30’S |66 Maplewood School • Community Education Thanksgiving • 852-9275 • 16’S CHERRY DI-GEL LIQUID 12 02. 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PH. 852-0845 945-3906 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 9 Barry County Girls basketball all league players are Carol Lamie and Sheri Forell. The girls basketball team has compiled a 16-5 record, a SAAAA championship, and are still alive in the current district tournament playing in the tourney final against Parchment tonight. Maple Valley lands two players on All-SMAA team League champion Maple Valley placed two girls on the 1985 Southern Michigan Athletic Association all­ league team. Senior Carol Lamie and sophomore Sheri Forell of the Lions were among 10 players honored on the SMAA team. Other players named to the select team included Kelly Adams and Diane Blake of St. Philip; Stephanie Marx and Sue Jacobsen of Pennfield; Cinda Wotta and Kim Clover of Bronson; Karla Kowalski of Bellevue arid Karyn Kuerbitz of Olivet. Maple Valley’s Dawn Dawn Morawski and Carol Lamie combined for 27 points to lead Maple Valley past Olivet 44-35 and into the district championship game tonight. Morawski and Beth Starring, both juniors, were also named honorable mention. Stop in and see all our new gifts for Christmas. Cabbage Patch Clothes • White-ware • Ceramics • Soft Sculpture Dolls • Cradles and Hand Woven Baskets • Basket Classes every Mon. & Wed. Nights. Located inside Mirror's Image, 111 Main St., Nashville HOURS 10 am to 5 pm Tues, thru Fri.; 10 am to 3 pm Sat. Have a Safe and Happy THANKSGIVING DAY! "The Mirrors image" £ S „1|J6 HILLOL2 1111006.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 11N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 The Lions (16-5) will play Parchment (6-14) in the district finals slated for 7 p.m. tonight in Bellevue. Parchment has beaten Springfield and GalesburgAugusta to reach the finals. Lion coach Jerry Reese, long accustomed to tour­ nament pressure, says the Lions have an excellent shot at capturing the districts. “Bracket-wise, I’d like to say ours was stronger than Parchment’s,” notes Reese. “But in the tournament you don’t talk that way. Par­ chment has a good, strong young team. “We still want to win that game before we think of anything. In the tournament, you have to think of one game at a time. “I think our chance of winning is as good as Par­ chment’s.” Morawski tossed in 16 points and garnered 14 rebounds while Lamie scored 11 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. Beth Starring added 8 points and Sherry Forell 7. Maple Valley trailed 11-8 at the end of one period, but rallied to take a 26-23 half­ time lead. The Lions increased that margin to 36-28 by the end of the third period and were never threatened in the final eight minutes. To earn a trip to the finals, Maple Valley beat host Bellevue 52-29. In that game, Maple Valley led 29-18 at the half and 45-24 at the end of three quarters. Starring led the led with 14 points and 5 assists while Morawski added 12 points and 11 rebounds. Forell scored 12 points, had 6 steals and 5 assists. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call 9 to 5:30 Daily Menu EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Mon., Dec. 2 - 7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Tues., Dec. 3 - MAEH Council Christmas, 11:30 a.m. Country Mill (Council Members Only). Sat., Dec. 7 - 4-H Night With The Pistons, Pontiac. Sat., Dec. 7 - 4-H Shooting Sports, Firearms 10-noon, Teen & Leader Training 1-2 p.m., Archery 2-4 p.m, 4-H Building on fairgrounds in Charlotte. Mon., Dec. 9 - Eaton County Learn and Lead, times to be announced. Eaton Intermediate School. Mon., Dec. 9 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Country Jr. Livestock Assoc, meeting, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Tues., Dec. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Wed., Dec. 11 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Tel-Award Help session, Extension Office, Charlotte. Dec., 11 & 12 - 12th Annual Mich. Seed Wheat and Fertilizer School, Longs Convention Center. Pre-registration required. Call the Extension Office for further information. Monday, Dec. 16 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Co. 4-H Fairboard Meeting, Shopping Guide, Charlotte. Tuesday, Dec. 17-9 a.m. Private applicator pesticide certification refresher course and exam. Lake Odessa Community Center. Certification fee, $10. NATURE MADE VITAMIN SALE Lions eagers storm into district title contest ™E Craft Nook 71 COA Wednesday, Nov. 27 Thanksgiving Dinner-Roast turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, rolls, pumpkin pie. Hastings - Sing Along With Fern. Thursday, Nov. 28 - Happy Thanksgiving! (sites closed). Friday, Nov. 29 - Sites closed. 0 Monday, Dec. 2 - Chuck wagon steak, oven browned potatoes, pimento cauliflower, roll, pistachio pudding. Delton-Lansing Gilbert, film presentation. Tuesday, Dec. 3 - Chicken ala king, brussels sprouts, tossed salad-dressing, roll, molded fruit salad. Hastings - Ancestor Day. Hastings 120 North Michigan Avenue; Nashville - Masonic Temple; Delton United Methodist Church Monday, Wednesday, Thursday only; Woodland Eagles Club Monday, Wednesday, Friday only. All sites are barrier free, and suggested donation is 75 cents. Food stamps ac­ cepted. Call 948-4856 a day in advance for reservation. 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Cod Liver Oil 100 $1.99 Vit. $2.49 Nat. Vit. E 400 I.U. $2.99 L-Lysine $2.49 L-Tryptophane $4.99 E 1000 I.U. 60 30............................ DL-Phenylalanine Aloe Essence Shampoo Pure Vit. E Shampoo Aloe Essence Conditioner 18 oz. $1.99 $3.79 soO mg. 100 Potassium 550 Mg. 100 .............. $1.99 i8oz.......... $1.99 $5.99 100 30..................... iboz....... Pure Vit. E. Conditioner is oz. .$6.49 .$3.79 $1.99 .$1.99 fWlHrn HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 10 New book features some stories of Nashville area by Shelly Sulser Glimpses of Nashville townspeople can be seen in a recently released book, “Yesterday in Hodunk”. The book is a collection of columns written by Jerry Morton, a former reporter and columnist for the Battle Creek Enquirer who is now a professor of journalism at Michigan State University. Each spring between 1973 and 1977, Morton would walk from one town to another, his goal to meet interesting, ordinary people and write about them. “This book is about people and places not normally written about,” Morton said. He added that his point in making the walks from town New 4-H club being formed A new 4-H Club called the Highbank Prospectors has been formed with the guidance of Kathy Walters, 4-H Youth Agent, and general leader Dorothy Royal. Elected to serve as officers were Mike Royal, president; Eric Haeck, vice president; Danielle Burg, secretary­ treasurer; and Eric Hoff­ man, reporter. The group discussed projects and fund raisers. The club’s December meeting will be held at John Burgs. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant of Act 183 of the Public Acts of 1943, as amended, the Article 9 of the Eaton County Land Development Code, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that . a public hearing will be held at a regular meet meet-­ ing of the Eaton County Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 1985, at the Eaton County Courthouse, 1045 Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, Michigan on the following petition: Jeanette McCrimmon, 9749 Nashville Hwy., Ver­ montville, Michigan request a Conditional Use Permit for a home business to allow the expan­ sion of an existing flower shop in Section 33, Vermontville Township. Interested persons are invited to appear and to be heard regarding the proposed use of said land or any other matter that should properly come before the Planning Commission. DAVIS ZIMMER, Chairman Eaton County Planning Commission to town and writing the columns was to make people realize that “you don’t have to travel far to find in­ teresting people.” Nashville resident^ mentioned in the book in­ clude George Frith, Berniece Frith and others. Morton notes he began efforts to publish the book last spring and his idea is now a reality. In addition to Nashville, the 96-page paperback highlights his walks through such towns as Bellevue, Dowling, Union City, Ceresco, Hodunk, Shultz and others. Anyone wishing to pur­ a chase personally autographed copy of the book that sells for $4.95 can write to Jerry Morton at 6127 Farrington, East Lansing, MI, 48823. “Yesterday in Hodunk” is also available at the Thor­ napple General Store in Nashville. Caution urged in use of portable heaters In the interest of home fire safety the State Police Fire Marshal Division and local fire department join in cautioning Michigan residents about use of por­ table kerosene and propane heaters as household heating supplements. Fire official, say many households are using these heaters because of the significant rise in home heating costs. They par­ ticularyly emphasize that 996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE J — —■W Ph. 726-0486 Party Mart RC, RC100, Diet Rite & Nehi Flavors 199 ttes *»*'•! Cherry RC 99 6PK. 4+Dep. CANS Cabana Chips iicuii • imu> • nt • evi-TM BUY ONE AT GET ONE ... OVEN FRESH Brown & Serve 7QC Rolls dozen I 9 ★ OPEN THANKSGIVING DAY ★ ____ 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. BEER • WINE • PACKAGED LIQUOR • STATE JOURNAL • HOT or COLD SUBS & SANDWICHES • MILLER'S ICE CREAM INSTANT LOTTERY Jerry Morton, a journalism professor at Michigan State University and former reporter and columnist for the Battle Creek Enquirer is the author of a newly released book, "Yesterday in Hodunk". The book is a collection of columns he wrote as a journalist for the Battle Creek newspaper. “Winter Windfall” — HOURS — Monday thru Thursday ................. 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday............................... 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Sunday............................................. 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. use of portable propane (LPGas) heaters for sup­ plemental heat is prohibited by Michigan’s Rules for Liquefied Petroleum Gases. The State Fire Marshal’s office in recent years has investigated incidents in­ volving explosions resulting from propane containers located inside buildings. During the 1984-85 heating season there were 10 reported fires or incidents involving kerosene heaters withone incident resulting in injury to the occupant of the home. The estimated property loss exceeded $109,000. The State Fire Marshal does not encourage or recommend the use of portable heaters. However, if a person chooses to use a portable kerosene heater, the following safety precautions should be ob­ served: -Contact local building department to determine if use of the heater is allowed Turkey hotline offered In order to make sure the only “turkey” in your home at Thanksgiving is the one on the table, professionals from the Butterball Turkey Talk­ line are offering a toll-free hotline to answer questions about cooking the holiday turkey and trimmings. The hotline is available from Nov. 4-Dec. 24, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. It also will be open the weekend of Nov. 23-24, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., all Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Eve day. If you are a first timer looking for help, old-timers looking for new ideas, new brides, grandmothers, grandfathers, bachelors, students or professionals use this toll-free number: 1-800­ 323-4848. No matter what the question is, each caller will be offered a free copy of “Butterball Answers Holiday Cooks”, a colorful, information booklet which offers cooking, roasting and garnishing methods as well as delicious new recipes. by code in your community. If permitted, only kerosene heaters approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory should be used. --The heaters are prohibited in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, homes for the aged, and adult foster care homes. -Never substitute the heater for a central heating system. -Only use the heater in a well ventalized room to ensure an adequate oxygen supply. An inadequate oxygen supply may cause an accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide gas or other toxic gases, which could be fatal. -Place the heater at least three feet away from combustible materials (drapes, bedding, furniture). Extra care should be taken to prevent children from coming in contact with the heater. -Never refuel the heater inside the home or while the heater is hot or in operation. Kerosene must be kept in approved containers painted a color other than red and labeled “kerosene”. Kerosene should be stored outside of the residence. -Never substitute fuel oils, white gas, diesel fuel, or gasoline in a heater designed for kerosene. -Smoke detectors should be installed in the home. Persons having questions about portable heaters should contact D-Lt. Art Nash or D-Sgt. David T. Smith at the State Police Marshal’s Office in Lansing 517-322-1924, their local fire department, or their local building department. — NOTICE — The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Assessor, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year term on the Village Council will be Tuesday, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Ver­ montville Village clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main St., Vermontville, Michigan SHARON STEWART, Vermontville Village Clerk — NOTICE — The November 28 meeting of the Nash­ ville Village Council has been cancelled due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. The next regular meeting will be Wednes­ day, Dec. 4, 1985 at 7:30 p.m. (please note time change). Also, Village Hall will be closed November 28th and 29th. SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk • NOTICE • Deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, Village Assessor and three - two year terms on the Nashville Village Council will be Tuesday, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nomina­ ting petitions are available at the Village Clerk's OfflceSUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 26, 1985 — Page 11 Lawrence Frith Day is Dec. 3 in Vermontville The Vermontville Chamber of Commerce and the village residents have declared Tuesday, Dec. 3 as “Lawrence Frith Day”, in honor of lifelong village resident and retired post­ master Lawrence Frith. Frith — a member of the Vermontville American Legion Post, the chamber of commerce, the Farm Bureau and the Methodist Church — is being honored by the town for the 20 years he served as the postmaster Charlotte Future Farmers help on MSU research project Mi S**<*k Lawrence Frith of Vermontville is being honored with a special day on Dec. 3. Frith, recently retired, was postmaster in the village for 20 years. Christmas in the Country » *>««■ ;» ««■ Saturday, Nov. 30 • 10 to 6 Sunday, Dec. 1 • 12 to 4 Gifts Fashioned from the Hand and Heart — by: Hale and Arline Hokanson • Paula Cole*Loa Kinyon»Mary Hokanson at the CHESTER TOWNSHIP HALL * * ^-itejss TEKt »• kKttikk ■ • ita nHain iBri Hao W«A M t let MikSktts r jw feii&lis' In Gresham on Mulliken Road Between M-50 and Vermontville Highway IT.i.s hrfiiftiriit — LUNCH AVAILABLE — OX KXIXB kite HbbM At Gresham Church • Saturday 11 to 1:30 now-, •New Construction»Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work When the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service had difficulty in locating a corn harvester for their ridge till demonstration project, the Charlotte chapter of the FFA volunteered to help. The ridge-tilled corn, planted at the Charlie Harag farm in Charlotte, required a narrow tire, or spaced dual tire harvester in order to travel between the ridges. Since ridge-tilling is a relatively new tillage practice designed to improve yields, a correctly set up harvester could not be located. The FFA volun­ teered to hand harvest and husk the corn, so that the demonstration project could continue for a second year. Twenty members and friends of the Charlotte FFA joined in to harvest the field on Nov. 9th. The harvesters included: Scott Adams, Joe Bullen, Jason Crannell, Jennifer Crosswait, Jon Draper, Jim Droscha, David Hamlin, Laura Harag, Marc Harag, Tom Rosier, Amy Langmaack, Chris Langmaack, Rob Lilly, Steve Rosie, Matt Sixberry, Greg Slocum, Jeff Slocum, Fames Thomas, Rachel Whitener, Ken Young. Mr. Xrtfc tfc Jc btoO**9* iS* (and other area publications) . Give us a call at... (616) 945-9554 u in Hastings 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens'*, 59 WW \V \s4\ EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties OFFERING COMPLETE ... 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(N-130) ACRES: VWWPW? r Thanks" this I Holiday Season We thank you for your support the past year. happy thanksgiving "To You and Yours” Located south , of Vermontville on blacktop road, natural gas, beautiful scenic view. House needs work. Re­ model to your own tastes. Lots of possibilities. Contract terms with 25% down. Only $25,000!! (CH-111) VACANT LAND Publishers of The Hastings Banner The Hastings Reminder Maple Valley News LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville ■ all of Eaton County /, advertising outfit,” he said because of the advertising circulars that often are sent through the mail. “Letters and communication are the most important.” Also a member of the Masonic Lodge, Frith and wife Marville have four children: Patricia Swan of Coldwater, Barbara Pixley of Battle Creek, Russell Frith of Vermontville and Bart Frith of Ann Arbor. A potluck style dinner is planned as part of the honor for Frith. It will be held Dec. 3 at the fire barn at 6:30 p.m. Meat will be provided and those wishing to attend are asked to bring a dish to pass. Contact: J-Ad Graphics Ph. 517-543-6996 fc ITmlHrm ■ FIRST For the Best Prices... on Quality Offset Printing ... Halsey Plumbing tVfcgeOerk'*?*8® rinelMI®19**: Dan Batchelor is the FFA Advisor at the Charlotte High School. In addition to assisting the Extension Service, the project demonstrated the contribution of modern farm machinery to harvest efr ficiencies. The FFA mem­ bers harvested % acre of corn in three hours. Given that the average grain farm in Eaton County raises 75 acres of corn, it would take 15 eight-hour days to harvest the com by hand. To harvest the same field by machine, it would require only two eighthour days and only one or two people. The Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service has donated $100 to the FFA for their generous assistance on the ridge-till project. in the village. During his years as postmaster, which he served from July of 1959 to April 1961 and September 1967 to June 3, 1985, Frith observed many considerable changes, he said. “Mail was the most im­ portant,” he said. “Now ...the paperwork (has become) tremendous.” Frith also noted that he feels the importance of transporting communication has diminished over the years. “The post office was originally supposed to be a communication service with the people. Now it’s like an SOUTH OF HASTINGS - GURD SEE THIS ONE!! Nashville Si- story home has had many new improvements! I New vinyl siding & roof, most new vinyl clad windows, alum, shutters, storm doors & eavestroughs, walkout basement. Patio door to wolmanized wrap around deck overlooks recreational park. (Pond with fish on the k property.) $34,900. (N-132) COUNTRY HOME ON 10 ACRES: Built-in 1978, 3 bedrooms, 1% baths, Andersen windows, aluminum siding, 2% car gar­ age built in 1984, plus 24x42 pole building with water & electric, Bellevue Schools. Priced in the low 60's. Would sell house with 2'/a acres or 5 (CH-137) acres. W WWW mWWW RD. - 23 acres. Will divide. 2'/i acre parcels and 11 acre par­ cel. Offering land contract terms with 20% down.(VL-144) 78 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARA­ DISE” and recreational land with creek, hills and woods lots of wildlife! 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $30,000. Contract terms. (F-118) tw m WW? VW Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce Invites You To Visit... SANTA in CHARLOTTE Saturday, November 30,1985 Starting with his parade through downtown Charlotte at 10:30 a.m. He will be visiting with children from 11 to 1 p.m. at The Masonic Temple. featuring FREE MOVIE at EATON THEATRE at 1:30 p.m . The Buppets in Manhatten g & Bring Your Family and OSltda IrLt iYuouurr VClhirriibsltlmlidabs Old IL iuur Vliriblllidb & Sit Shopping *FREE Lighted Parking Including Meters and Lots | f f W ra p p i n g a n d L ay- a -W a y s M o s t R e t a il S to r..e s *Over i50 Retail Stores To Shop and Visit g Friendly Hometown Service F<< rice iecee Gum umift vviappiiig vv i a p p i ii g aim a im i_ a j ra i« a j j j aui uti ivivjl ivi v jl nv u m vt l v w w i_ajrai«aj nvum vtlv �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 26, 1985 — Page 12 Rats The winter enemy contaminate food and feed, 'destroy property and spread disease. They are dependent upon man for food and shelter. Therefore, no population reduction technique can be effective in the long run unless food and shelter are first eliminated by good sanitation and rodent-proofing. Christmas cantata set Habitat alteration can be in Vermontville achieved by the elimination of trash, debris and other The combined adult and food sources inside and children’s choirs of the outside of buildings and Vermontville United homes. Shelter can be Methodist Church will be restricted by storing lumber, presenting a Christmas boxes, pipe and other cantata called “Christmas materials at least 18 inches Song” by Joe E. Parks at 4 above the ground or floor p.m. on Sunday, December and one foot away from 8. walls. The use of rodent The public is invited to join proof containers can be of with the choirs in celebrating great help. the advent of Jesus Christ in Rodent proofing can be this sacred Christmas obtained by closing all season. Luncheon and opeings */2 inch or larger fellowship will be shared with cement, sheet metal or following the performance. hardware cloth. Rat barriers During cooler weather rats will move into areas where food is plentiful and shelter is more protective and warm. This can cause a serious problem to farmers and homeowners. Rats can consume and Christmas at the Woodshop! Friday, Nov. 29,6 pm * 10 pm Saturday, Nov. 30,10 am - 8 pm — OVER 25 ART and CRAFTERS — Wooden • Ceramic • Hand Sewn • Woven • Handpainted Gifts for All Ages — plus more ... Grant’s Woodshop 3800 N. Chester Rd. Charlotte, Michigan Corner of Vermontville and Chester Rd. should be at least 18 inches below ground and 12 to 36 inches above ground depending on cir­ cumstances. Trapping can be very effective, versatile, and inexpensive in controlling rat populations. Excellent baits are cheese, raisins, nut meats, fresh fried bacon, and a peanut butter-oatmeal mixture. Poisoning can be done either as a multiple dose system or as a single does system. Rats are very cautious when it comes to new food sources. They will only taste a littl bit, or none at all, for a few days. Then after this testing period and no hazards seem to be present, rats will start eating the new food on a regular basis. That’s why some poisons are very diluted. Rats will be eating on a regular basis before toxic levels of the poison build up in the tissues of the rat. This would be a multiple dose system. A single dose system has a high concentration of poison. If the rat eats enough the first time, it will kill it. Single dose poisons can be made more effective by not putting the poison in a new food source for a few days. This way the rats will be eating the new food source on a regular basis and then be killed by the sudden tainted food. Controlling rat populations can be an expensive and frustrating task. The Ex­ tension office has materials to explain and help in making decisions regarding rat control techniques. ANNOUNCING... \f Beatte le Cdree k one of their Brand New Sun Beds ..in NASHVILLE Located at 230 North Main Street (In Ideal Janitorial Services Office Building) ★ Private Tanning Room ★ Many Money Saving Pkgs, to Choose From ★ Less than 4% UVB (Burning Rays) ★ Relaxed Comfortable Atmosphere ★ New Reflector Tube Tans in 1/2 the Time TANNING PACKAGES “30-DAY PACKAGES” “60-DAY PACKAGES PACKAGES ” 1. ’20.00 Plus ’2.00 Per Visit 1. ’95.00 for Unlimited Visits UNLIMITED VISITS 2. s48.00 for Unlimited Visits 2. s60.00 for 16 Visits 3. s32.00 for 8 Visits Grand Opening Special: 10% Off Food, toys to help needy can be left in drop boxes Boy Scout Den 176 is launching a project to collect toys for needy children for Christmas, and asks people with unwanted new or used toys to leave them is drop boxes located around Nashville. Shown are Tom Dunham and Lee Ossenheimer. Drop boxes have been distributed around Nashville to be used for the collection of food and toys for needy families at Christmas. In a combined effort between the churches of the community and the Boy scouts, goods and toys are being gathered that will be used to benefit local needy families. Drop boxes are located at the Pop Shop-Amoco Station, Comerica Bank, Carl’s Supermarket, Nashville Hardware and Eaton Federal Savings and Loan. Money canisters are also located in nearly 15 local stores to collect money to fill the Christmas baskets for local families in need. 5ASY PAY! VS down on all sun bed, body wrap or combination packages. Pay the balance as you go. ■■■ In 852-1980 accepted OPEN: 9 am - 7 pm Mon - Sat Nov. 29 - 4-H and FFA Beef Rate of Gain Contest (must call the Extension office to register before the event). Dec. 3 - 4-H Fishing Club, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Dec. 5 - MAEH Holiday Tea, Community Building, Hastings. Dec. 5 - Fair Improvement Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Dec. 6 - Telfarm Check-in, Community Building, Hastings. Dec. 6-8 - 4-H Peer Plus and Group Dynamite Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Dec. 7 - 4-H Night with the Pistons, Pontiac Stadium, Pontiac. Dec. 9 - Barry County Fair Board, 8 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maple Valley Kellogg Schools Jr. and Sr. High Monday, Dec. 2 Tostizza, mixed veg., applesauce, cookie. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Hamturger or cheeseburger, french fries, corn peaches. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Bar B:Q.’s, green beans, pears. Thursday, Dec. 5 Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, peas, apple. Friday, Dec. 6 Pizza, mixed veg., apple crisp. Maplewood School Monday, Dec. 2 Fishwich, tartar sauce, pickles, potato sticks, ap­ plesauce. Tuesday, Dec. 3 Pizza, peas, carrot-celery sticks, fruit. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Veg. Soup, crackers, cheese squares, fresh fruit, honey butter sandwich. 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The club is asking the community to donate new toys which, in turn, will be given to needy area families this holiday. Those dona­ tions can be left in these boxes which will be located at the following sites: Felpausch Food CenterHastings, Felpausch Food Center-Delton, Hastings Ci­ ty Bank, National Bank, Community Services Center­ Commission on Aging, Northeastern Elementary, Cen­ tral School, Southeastern Elementary, Pleasantview Elementary, Hastings Junior High School, Hastings High School, Reminder-Banner office. Unity SATELLITE SYSTEMS 1407 Coats Grove of Barber Hostings, Ml 49058 Ph: 948-8288 ED PHILLIPS Call Dqy or Evenings MANY SYSTEMS TO CHOOSE FROM 10’ System Installed Starling a 120000 House Corrections Com­ mittee Criticizes Prison System Making major changes in the way good time credits are awarded to prisoners is * Hytek/Dexcel * Ramsey/ProStar * Chaparral* Raydx * Uniden > MA/COM * * * * * Financial Assistance Free 48 Hour Trailer Set Up Do-it-Yourself Cooperation among the suggestions in a House Corrections Com­ mittee report aimed at improving the state’s prison system. The report, unanimously approved by the committee, charges that the state Corrections Department jeopardized public safety in its haste to release inmates from badly crowded prisons. Much of the problem could have been dealt with ad­ ministratively through the years, according to com­ mittee members. Since these changes have not been made it has fallen to lawmakers to reform the system. The study was spurred by a September Detroit Free Press series, “Revolving Door Prisons,” which focused on threats to public safety from escapees, parolees and early-released offenders. Suggested legislation stemming from the report includes: -Eliminating the good­ time system and replacing it with disciplinary credits that reward offenders for good behavior. -Requiring the immediate forfeiture of good-time credits for major miscon­ duct. -Requiring all inmates, spend a minimum period in a secure facility before being transferred to a residential facility. -Developing alternative facilities for inmates con­ victed of non-assaultive crimes. -Adopting sentencing guidelines that would eliminate the parole board. -Promoting prison in­ dustry and job-training programs. We can no longer tolerate a system where inmates are given all their good time the day they enter prison. I hope that the Legislature and the Department of Corrections can work closely in the months ahead to help solve this crisis. COBB LIABILITY REFORM BILLS APPROVED BY COM­ MITTEES - The House Insurance Committee and the House Labor Committee have approved a package of bills aimed at easing Michigan’s liability insurance crisis. The full Michigan House of Representatives is expected to complete work on the reform package by late-December. The Michigan Senate has also approved a liability reform package that differs from the proposed House version, so compromises are expected. REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS TIGHTENED FOR FOREIGN-PURCHCHASED VEHICLES - “Gray market” automobiles (cars purchased overseas and brought into the United States-are not always brought into compliance with U.S. safety and environmental standards. To remedy that situation, the Michigan Secretary of State’s office has adopted new procedures to require purchasers of foreign cars, who buy them overseas, to submit proper ownership documents and U.S. Customs Form 7501. A brochure detailing the new procedures can be obtained from your nearest Secretary of State’s branch office. WRITE-YOUR-OWN-WILL LEGISLATION PROPOSED - Legislation, H.B. 5035-5036, allowing Michigan residents to write their own wills, without the assistance and cost of legal counsel, has been proposed in the Michigan House of Representatives. The “statutory will kit” contained in the proposal includes easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and a suggestion that legal counsel be sought if your estate becomes too complicated. ANTIQUARIAN BOOKFAIR SUNDAY, DEC. 1, 10-6 46 Mid-West Dealers Mich National Guard Armory 2500 S Washington, LANSING, Ml Info: 617-663-2665 Admission Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... Rental Cleaning & Maintenance TOM FRITH, Owner Formerly "Maple Valley Carpet Care" NASHVILLE 517-852-9650 Public Auction — OF REAL ESTATE — Monday, Dec. 9 • 10 AM 3 Days Set Up Time Free Spot Check Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 We are currently working out of our home, with systems set up for you to operate. Including a system with a 6' dish for those of you in town. Our doors are open from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Pardon the mess that may be here from time to time as we are remodeling. We are offering a FREE DRAWING for a . FLORIDA VACATION. 3 Nights & 4 Days for 4 for those who purchase a system from us before the end of the year. Stop in for more = information. Legislation that would permit statewide branch banking and interstate banking has been approved by the Michigan House and I think the bill is good news for consumers. The bill amends current regulations prohibiting branch banks beyond a 25­ mile radius of the main bank. State law has for 45 years restricted banks from placing a new branch in another city or village that already has a bank in operation. Bank holding companies have been able to sidestep some of the restrictions, but they are unable to offer services as conveniently as a bank with several branches. Both the administration and the Legislature believe the bill will benefit con­ sumers who commute across city lines. Under the legislation, bank holding companies could convert new banks to branches two-and-a-half years after the bank is capitalized and allow statewide branch banking by holding companies, which could establish up to six banks from which to branch. It also allows regional interstate banking beginning Jan. 1 in Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio and Minnesota, provided those states have similar arrangements, and full interstate banking beginning Oct. 10, 1988. Indiana and Ohio are among the more than 20 states that have enacted interstate banking bills. I hope that Michigan will soon be among this group. Without such legislation, other states in our region will take our place. This bill will be good for Michigan business and that’s why I will continue to support it. The State Board of Education has unanimously approved major changes in teacher certification rules that would require new teachers to renew their teaching certificates every five years. The proposed rule changes would require, effective, Sept. 1, 1989, that all teachers in public schools and most private schools would need to complete six semester hours of additional graduate work of staff training every five years to keep their teaching cer­ tificate in force. Teachers are now issued provisional certificates when they graduate from college. They have been certified to teach for life if they com­ plete 18 semester hours of graduate work and three years of successful teaching experience. The rule changes would also require teachers in the middle school grades of 6, 7, and 8 to teach only subjects in which they majored or minored in college. The rules must also be approved by the Legislative Services Bureau, the At­ torney General’s Office and the Joint House-Senate Rules Committee. Discusson on the changes is expected to continue through early 1986. Since the “Nation at Risk” report was released in 1983, lawmakers and educators alike have been striving to improve the quality of education in Michigan. Teacher certification has been one of the top priorities during the debate on how to make our school systems better. We need to carefully analyze these recom­ mendations and make sure they accomplish the goals we have established. 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At Your Shoppers Review Store Snack Crackers 10 oz. ASSORTED VARIETY � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-12-03.pdf 3142956cd34bf540bddacf3042437c99 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC UBRARY Of OVfa 121 S. CHURCH STREET Hastings, Michigan .49058 Janina Mod yioi f2in^ d .%° H ,noi, hw i Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) 'The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 21 — Tuesday, December 3, 1985 Three long-time Vermontville residents honored Martha Zemke, Esther Shepherd and Bernard Ommen, long-time Ver­ montville residents and members of the Vermontville Historical Society, have been honored by the Historical Society of Michigan. The three were recognized at a Nov. 21 potluck dinner meeting where they were honored with Volunteer Recognition Awards by Society Historical of Michigan President Susan K. Collins. Ben Ommen, a board of trustees member for many years, keeps the Ver­ montville Museum in “tip­ top shape,” said Collins. He volunteers to repair, design, build, move, arrange, and generally maintain the Museum. His eagerness to help and his many useful skills combine to make him an exceptional volunteer, said the Michigan Historical Society President. Shepherd, who was unable to attend the meeting to receive her award, was recognized for her volunteer work as a researcher and writer for the Vermontville Historical Society. Collins noted the recorded history of Vermontville has been enriched through Shepherd’s investigations of early settlers, men who served in the Civil War, and village origins. “Items are accurately cataloged because of her efforts,” said Collins. Shepherd also makes presentations to the Maple Syrup Festival Queen and her court at the Maple Syrup Festival. The President of the Vermontville Historical Society, Martha Zemke, has contributed invaluable ideas, time, enthusiasm and effort to the Society, noted Collins. The campaign to finance and carry out the restoration of the museum were successful due in large part to her devotion to all aspects of the task. One of Zemke’s innovative projects is the society’s Sugaring-off party held each February. During the summer, children in town enjoy the craft days she has developed. “The whole community has benefited from Mar­ tha’s contributions,” Collins said. The Historical Society of Michigan initiated the Volunteer Recognition Program in December, 1984, in an effort to recognize and honor the volunteers of local historical societys and museums in Michigan. “The contributions of time, energy, and en­ thusiasm by these volunteers are vital to sustaining the organizations that work to preserve Michigan’s rich heritage,” said Collins. ‘‘The Volunteer Recognition Award is one of honor, not competition and worthy volunteers are ac­ tively being sought,” she added. The Historical Society of Michigan promotes the preservation of state and local history throughout Michigan. It is supported by more than 5,000 members and serves as a major clearing house of information to assist the more than 275 local historical societies and agencies in Michigan. Lions seek regional title Lions top Parchment 57-53 for first district title Maple Valley gained its first ever girls basketball title by slipping past Par­ chment 57-53 last week. The Lions, who last Monday night won its first ever league title, were led by 15 points by all-SMAA Sheri The Maple Valley girls basketball team recently won its first ever district title to go along with the school's first league championship. The 17-5 Lions now play powerful Kalamazoo Christian in Wednesday's opening round of the regional tournament held at Cassopolis. Members of the 1985 Lions squad are: (front row left to right) Beth Starring, Debbie Hall, Kim Smith, Debbie Corkins, Sheri Forell, Dawn Morawski (back row) Ronda Steinbrecher, Kelly Hoefler, Carmen Hamilton, Carol Lamie, Kim Bahs, Cass Davidson, coach Jerry Reese. Forell and 11 from Carol Lamie. Kim Bahs and Dawn Morawski both added 8 in another patented balanced scoring attack by the Lons. Maple Valley led 18-5 after one period and increased that to 30-15 by the half. The Lions outscored Parchment 12-9 and 15-12 in the final two quarters. To earn a shot at the district finals, Maple Valley rah past Olivet 44-35. In that game Maple Valley led 24-23 at the half and by the third period, helped by numerous Olivet turnovers, the Lions increased the lead to 34-28. Maple Valley hit 10-of-22 free throws in the final eight minutes while Olivet was held without a field goal the last four minutes. Morawski led Maple Valley wlith 16 points and I^amie added 11. Beth Starring chipped in 8 and Forell 7. Maple Valley (17-5), which added a district title to its first ever league cham­ pionship, plays 12th rated Kalamazoo Christian on Dec. 4 at 8:3Q p.m. in Cassopolis. The Comets reached the regionals with a convincing win over 21-2 Hackett, the second rated team in Class C. If the Lions slide past Christian, they play the winner of Niles-Brandywine (14-8) and St. Joseph Lake Michigan Catholic (19-4) in the title game Lion coach Jerry Reese relies on a team which features excellent balanced scoring in Sheri Forell (13 ppg), Beth Starring and Dawn Morawski (9 ppg). Senior 5-10 center Carol Lamie averages 9 rebounds per game. Christian is led by senior postman Sigrid Pompey, who tossed in 23 points and grabbed 19 rebounds against Hackett. The Comets also rely on the talents of all-state senior Liz Green. “We’re looking at this tournament one game at a time,” said Reese. “Christian is extremely quick with great anticipation.” �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 2 Memorial contributions continue to swell library building fund Eldon-and Wilma Day, tfe Maple Grove Birthday Club^1* lub^ Nathan and LaD uska Sheldon, Inez Hickey, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Gould, Petie Latta, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hynes, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Hynes, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Fruin, Mr. and Mrs. Mel Barton, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Keech, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Smith, Maggie Aspinall, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Shilton, Ann Gordenski, Mr. and Mrs. David Shilton, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Priddy, Mike Memorial contributions continued to swell Putnam Public Library’s building fund last week. Donations came in memory of Earl Pennock from Leon and Helen Ackett, Ruth Brown, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Morris, Nita and Diane Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bell, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Gardner, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Gard­ ner, Mr. and Mrs. Terry Gardner, Harold Christiansen, Jean Jensen, PENNY SUPPER Serving... Swiss Steak, Polish Sausage with Kraut and Spanish Rice Serving from ... 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Sunday, December 7,1985 CHAIRPERSON — HELEN BADDER VFW Hall Post #8260 Nashville I NASHVILLE BOY SCOUTS TROOP 176 | - ANNUAL - | Christmas Tree Sale || $12.00 - $15.00 • Located at... 718 S. Durkee Street S 8 F - NASHVILLE - Shilton, Mr. and Mrs. Newman Shflw, Mr. and Mrs. Pat Kdrges, Pat Shaw, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Quantrell, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Kent, Mr. and Mrs. Buryi Townend, Mrs. Wayne Rumsey, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Varney, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Carrigan, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Mason and Mr. and Mrs. Vern Wheeler. Other memorial con­ tributions came in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Al Erwin from Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Shilton; in memory of Caroline Jones from Fern Hawblitz, Mr. and Mrs. William Kipp, and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Shilton; in memory of Bea Penfold from Eldon and Wilma Day; in memory of Grace Cooley from Frank and Darlene Scram lin and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Shilton and Mr. and Mrs. William Kipp; and in memory of William Schantz from Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Shilton. Contributions to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility on North Main Street may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of all donors will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News along with those designated in gifts or memorials. Names also will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new Wing. How do you get premium homeowner’s insurance at a discount? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowner Policy discounts do just that. There are a number of premium discounts you might qualify for, and they could reduce your costs by as much as 40 percent! Get broad homeowners coverage, from a reputable source— at the price you want. Just ask your “no problem” AutoOwners agent about homeowner’s discounts. It’s no problem with Auto-Owners. 7Nl No Pro6&wiPeople, * Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones A Congressional cut. . . Here's a Congressional cut that doesn't have anything to do with budget slashing. U. S. Congressman Howard Wolpe stopped in Vermontville Tuesday to collect the prize he won in a drawing there / a free haircut at Nancy's Beauty Shop. Owner Nancy Ainsworth, who did the clipping, said, "I thought 1 would be nervous, but I wasn't. The drawing was held to raise funds for an organ at the Vermontville Congregational Church. (Maple Valley News photo by Elaine Gilbert) Maple Valley over 50 residents lunch group to meet Dec. 17 Maple . Valley area residents over 50 will be meeting at the high school on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 12:45. Lunch will be served around 1 p.m. and the Maple Valley High School Choir, under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoef will be presenting the program. Everyone is invited to at­ tend. To make a reservation, call 852-9275 before noon on Monday, Dec. 16. A four-week Jr. Karate class will be offered at Maplewood Elementary School. Class will meet Dec. 3,10; Jan. 7 and 14, from 6-7 p.m. This program teaches children awareness self defense hand-to-hand techniques which require AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville ('/» mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday School .. 11 a.m. Sunday School ..10a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. PM Worship 6 pm Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m.Evening Service .. 6 p.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. WP.eMd.. WBiobrleshSiptud.y..& 6 p.m. Bible Study......... 7 p.m.Wednesday: P.M. Service ...... 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE HAZAREHE CHURCH OF THE HAZAREHE 301 Fuller St., Nashville AWANA....... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 304 Phillips St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday: 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday*. A.M. Worsnip. 9:15 a.m. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville A.M. Service... 11 a.m. A.M. Worship . • 11 a.m.Sat. Mass 6:30 p.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.Wed. Service 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe correct movement to react and run. These techniques are taught so that size and strength are not involved. This program is offered to boys and girls from kin­ dergarten to eighth grade. Parents are also invited to attend. To enroll, call 852­ 9275 or enroll at first class session. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIOHAL CHURCH Sunday School ..10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. 110S. Main, Vermontville P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM Thursday Night: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Bible Study ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Fellowship Time After PASTOR Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p .m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p .m. REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 3 Sponsored by Nashville Chamber of Commerce Holiday 'Count Contest’ starts in Nashville future home o pharmacy CmAl CONTRM70R: Don Auqusfine MCHUECEURE fRESIGN- Rdndy L. CnOT .MATERIALS l)E: Hometown Lumber Yard Maple Volley Conrretr Products "HM There are a lot of cement blocks in the new Mace Pharmacy building going up on Main Street, and Dave Mace says the person to guess just how many there are will win a three pound box of chocolates. Dorothy McMillen and Irene Furlong of Irene's Beauty Shop invite people to guess how many feet of cotton is in this bag. 7^ Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN /A t7 V —A> 7 More natural looking nails, a longer lasting and stronger nail. You can also lengthen them. nai yfflatrix * ALL HAIR PRODUCTS SIGN UP NOW FOR A CUSTOMER XMAS DRAWING I HOURS: Closed Mon., Tues. 2-7, Wed., Thurs., Fri. 9-5 Saturday 9-2. CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 852-0767 Look for our... OPEN HOUSE • DECEMBER 6, 7 & 8 • Friday & Saturday 9 to 8 Sunday 1 to 8 Sweet and How Good 650 S. Main, Vermontville • FREE Ideals Book • FREE Coffee and Cookies IN STORE SPECIALS ON... Crafts, Candy, Baked Goods, Silk Flower Arrangements, Etc. A LARGE ASSORTMENT OF CHRISTMAS ITEMS An assortment of prizes is waiting to be won at 15 Nash­ ville businesses, as they take part in the annual Holiday Count contest sponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. Starting today, anyone wishing to participate can stop in at all of the par­ ticipating stores and take a guess at how many items are contained in each featured jar. No purchase is necessary. The contest ends December 17, so hurry to downtown Nashville and register your guess at the various stores and restaurants. The individual who guesses the closest to the actual count of items will earn a prize designated by the particular merchant. In case of a tie, an in-store drawing will be conducted to determine the winner. Here is a list of the mer­ chants who are participating in the Holiday Count and the items and prizes available: < Country Kettle Cafe: Estimate the number of guest checks in the jar and win a $10 gift certificate. Mace Pharmacy: Guess how many cement blocks are contained in the new building. Dave Mace notes guessers should keep in mind that there are some blocks underground that cannot be seen. The winner will receive a three pound box of Russell Stover chocolates. Nashville Hardware: The person who comes closest to the number of roofing nails contained in a jar will win a $20 gift certificate. Mar-Kay Kollectibles: If you guess the right number of pine cones in a jar, you could win a $10 gift cer­ tificate. Grandma^ Greenery: There are many miniature baskets in a jar so take a guess, and if you are the lucky -winner, you could receive a wicker basket. Video Showcase: Kirt Peterson knows how many marbles are in the jar, but do you? Guess and win three free movie rentals if you have a VCR, and if not, win a VCR rental and one free movie rental. Maple Leaf Florist: Try to guess how many glitter balls are in the jar. If you’re right, you’ll win a Christmas centerpiece. Irene’s Beauty Shop: There is a very long piece of cotton in a bag at Irene’s and if you guess how many feet there are, you will win a curling iron. Kelley’s Variety: Guess how many old fashioned chocolate drops are in a jar there and win a large ceramic turkey platter. Quality Pawn: How many lighter cases are in the jar? Make the right prediction and win a genuine piece of mexican pottery. Thornapple General Store: A bundle of teddy bears are in a jar and if you guess the correct amount, you’ll win a cookbook if you’re an adult and if you’re not, a room decoration is your prize. Nashville Auto: Guess how many people are trying to win a free blackbird racer car from Auto Pro and win a $20 gift certificate. Carl’s Supermarket: A jar of rubber bands is on display at Carl’s and if you’re the right guesser, you’ll win a $15 gift certificate. Other participating businesses are Peakes Antiques and Collectibles, and Bobbie’s Unique Nail Service. More photos on page 5— Max Kelley of Kelley's Variety is shown here with a jar of chocolate drops. Little things make a big Give a friend the Hastings Banner for Christmas... Your family and friends will enjoy reading about our local community every week in the Hastings Ban­ ner. They’ll get more news about schools, clubs, churches and social events along with government news, police and court reports, and lots of local sports. Just fill out the coupon below and mall It and your payment o today. J10 PER YEAR IN BARRY COUNTY Send my gift certificate to: NAME || ADDRESS CITY Enclosed is my payment for: $10 Barry County $13.50 Other Areas Are ST ZIP $12 Surrounding Counties Send to Hastings Banner, P.O. Box B, Hastings, Michigan 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 4 Former school newspaper brought 'Parents and children closer' In October 1982 we presented a Memories story based on the first issue of the Informant, a Nashville High School newspaper that made its debut on Oct. 12,1931, and ran throughout a few tough years of the Great Depression. Several times since that initial article we have selected particular issues of the Informant to excerpt for this column. Today, we focus on the issue of Monday, Dec. 7, 1931, and hope the stories evoke an abundance of happy memories for our readers who were students of that era. Hi-Y Represented at Boys’ Conference The Nashville Hi-Y was represented at the Michigan Older Boys Conference at Ann Arbor by four high school boys, namely Billy Roe, Vidian Roe, Hinman Sackett and George Wotring. Two of the boys stayed with Dr. Stair, the assistant pastor to Dr. Frederick B. Fisher, and the other two boys stayed with Mr. Hopkins, a professor of engineering at the college. The boys reported that they had a good time, and also stated that the conference was very beneficial. Local grocery and shoe merchant Ed Kraft (right) was one of several Nashville businessmen who praised the Informant in a poll published in the Dec. 7, 1932, issue. Kraft, who later served as Nashville postmaster for 15 years, is seen in this 1920s photo with Roe Tuttle (young lad at left) and Edgar Hanneman, a local dry goods merchant who died in a 1930 swimming accident. A break for taxpayers of the district headlined the first issue of the Informant, a Nashville High School paper that made its debut October 12, 1931. Published for several years during the Great Depression, the paper was both entertaining and informative. In the issue of Dec. 7, 1932, a lengthy l article by student Donna Northrop detailed the proposed re-opening off the closed, financially distressed Nashville State Bank. There are many in­ teresting speakers at the sessions, all of which were held at Hill Auditorium, but the favorite was Dr. Edward Steiner of Grinnell College, Iowa, who spoke at both the opening and closing sessions. Dr. Steiner was born in Germany and came to the United States at an early age, and is interested in the immigration problems and world peace. He is in ex­ treme disfavor with the machine age and moder­ nism... Besides the general sessions, there were fourteen forum groups, discussing various topics. En­ tertainment included three banquets given in different churches; the MichiganWisconsin football game, which was enjoyed by everyone in spite of the frigid atmosphere; and trips through the University buildings. Two of our boys made a prolonged visit at the University hospital, seeing Miss Pauline Furniss. Sunday morning all the boys attended church with their respective hosts at the church of their choice. The conference adjourned Sunday afternoon with the closing address by Dr. Frederick B. Fisher of Ann Arbor. Christmas Spirit is Spon­ sored by Informant The Informant has put up two Christmas trees in the school house this year, which lends to the Christmas at­ mosphere. The big Christmas tree is erected just above the main door to the school house and will be lighted until Christmas night. The other tree is smaller and is put above the main stairway from the high rooms. Xmas Party Is To Be Given By Informant The Informant is spon­ soring a big Christmas party on Dec. 21, the Monday before Christmas. Ad­ mission to this party is one or more toys which are valued at at least 20 cents. These toys will be distributed among the children in the lower grades at their Christmas parties. The Informant is backing this party, and all high school students are urged to come. There will be dancing and games, and in general we’ll have one swell time. Refreshments will be served later in the evening. Prizes will be given, and special entertainment is promised. There will not be a dull moment for anyone. The big event of the evening will be the surprise given to the class which has the most of their members present. Another will be The Informant staff was active in many areas at Nashville High School (seen here in the 1920s), decorating the schoolhouse for the holidays and sponsoring such events as a 1932 Christmas party where admission was "one or more toys vallued at at least 20 cents" to be distributed to children in the lower grades at their Yule parties. awarded to the class which puts on the best stunt. The judges will be Mr. Van­ deventer, Mr. Wallace and Mr. Reed... Basketball Boys To Begin Practice The Nashville Basketball boys are anxious to get into the togs next Monday, when they go out for their first practice. Last year Coach Johnson developed a fast team out of all new material, and we hope to have a better team this year, although it looks as if we are apt to lack practices. Monday nights we are to practice in Vermontvills’ gymnasium, and the remainder of the week at any place that we can find suitable. These other places will probably be at Woodland, Bellevue or Hastings. We have to practice in other gymns because we couldn’t rent the opera house that was for­ merly used as a basketball court We have plenty of old material, due to the fact that all of last year’s team is back this year except “Sandy” Mason. The veterans who are returning are Couch, Navue, Varney, Garlinger and Wotring. We hope we can get a lot of new material out for practice. The more we have, the better the team. Hastings Wins Two From Nashville On Thanksgiving Day the Hastings Independent football players came to Nashville, and left with a 20 to 2 victory. The Nashville team fought hard and played a good defensive game. The Hastings boys were much heavier, and outclassed Nashville on cooperation. Nashville scored their safety on a blocked punt. Hastings’ touchdowns were scored on passes ... The following Sunday Nashville, strengthened by couple of outside players, went to Hastings and held them to one touchdown... Merlin Gage Elected 1932 Grid Captain Merlin Gage, a Junior next year, was elected captain of the 1932 football team by a majority of votes on the first ballot. Gage has played all season at fullback, and has done a good job. We know he will make a capable leader, and hope his team will have a successful season. Football Players are Entertained at Webb’s Nashville’s High’s football season came to a successful close last Tuesday night at the home of Louie Webb. The team arrived at Webbs’ about 8 p.m. The boys paired much pleased with their new off and played cards, Bungo, picture of George Five Hundred, Hearts, and Washington... To illustrate Pitch. It was agreed among the Industrical Revolution, those playing Hearts that the the students have been loser would be flogged by making pictures of the first other players in the same machines used and also game, but Bruce Brumm some modern ones which managed to get out of it as he have been an outgrowth of usually does in such tight the first... places. Soon after this, a game Castelton Center School was played which over-taxed News most of the boys’ brains, The pupils of this school especially that of our had their Thanksgiving honorable coach, Mr. Reed. program Wednesday af­ The games were answering ternoon ... Many of the ladies questions with names of of the neighborhood were automobiles and of counties present... of Michigan. (Everett) Couch won first and Richard Alumni Notes Green won the bobby prize The Class of- ’30 held a on automobiles; and Coach reunion at the home of one of Reed won first and (Carroll) its members, Miss Bernita Hamilton won second in the Bowman, Friday, Nov. 27. county guessing game. Most all the members were After this, cider and present. After a seven doughnuts were served o’clock pot-luck dinner, a cafeteria style. After business meeting was held. resorting to a few more Later in the evening games hands of cars, we returned and dancing were enjoyed by home, having enjoyed the all. evening very much. In the wee hours of the morning the party broke up, Departmental Page all resolving to meet again Home Economics The next year. Home Economics house has . Remember when the Class become a vertible Santa’s of ’30 had the big fight over workshop, with the girls whether they would making a record output of graduate in caps and gowns articles to be used as gifts. A or the gay colorful costumes great number of the World’s of past years? The boys Weary Heads should find finally decided to don white rest on the pillows being trousers and dark coats, made ... The cooking class letting the girls supply the will do its bit a short time bright spots of color for the before Christmas by making occasion. Not many of them Christmas candies. are around town yet, but we First and Second Grades - saw Leon Housler on the Mildred Leedy, Margaret street the other day. He still Olsen and Jeanne Hecker of could talk plenty, seemed to the second grade have had be feeling fine, and we ex­ perfect lessons in spelling for pect he will be a Champion the last six week... filibusterer in Congress Third and Fourth Grades - some day. Marion Hecker and Gladys Louis Diamante and Bassett have the highest Louise Wotring are chasing averages in citizenship. the phantom knowledge at Those who tied for second M.S.C. Louise is majoring in place are Lucille Sackett, English Literature, while Maxine Martin, Bernita Louis declined to make any Cole, and Mildred Douse.. definite statements about the Fifth and Sixth Grades - A courses he is pursuing; Junior Audubon club has perhaps none of them have been formed in the fifth and been apprehended as yet. sixth grades with several Bill Kleinhans, who used to from the seventh and eighth play football with N.H.S., is grades joining in... clerking at the Kroger store Seventh and Eighth when he isn’t at Gribbin’s. Grades - Jack Hayes brought We saw him raking the lawn some white rats to school for the other day. It looks the seventh and eighth serious. grades to experiment on in Gerald Olmstead is Miss McQuillen’s health clerking at Furniss’ drug class. One is to be fed milk store. He doesn’t say much and the other candy so that about what he intends to do the effects of each can be in the future. seen... Flarebacks on the Informant Morgan School Notes (from local businessmen) There was a large at­ Ralph Olin - “Very good tendance at the paper. No improvements.” Thanksgiving dinner last Willard Gloster (Nashville Wednesday, which was News publisher) - “Needs followed by a program by the more news; for instance school... The school is very Continued on next page— �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 5 bands are in this jar will win a $15 gift certificate. Chamber contest, At the Thornapple General Store there is a jar of teddy bears waiting to be counted in the Holiday Count contest. Shown with the jar is Julie Dimmers, Amy Adair, and Martha Dimmers. Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Fuller St. School Wednesday, Dec. 4 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Corn, Fruit Choice, Butter Sandwich. Thursday, Dec. 5 Lasagna or Chef Salad, Mixed Vegetables, Peaches, Cinnamon Toast. l•••28 iX•N2'W8 ss?1 ■ ?1 Friday, Dec. 6 Bean Soup, Crackers or Chef Salad, Tater Rounds, Fruit Choice, Tuna Sand­ wich. * fa Baty •‘"W lilsiU Monday, Dec. 9 Pizza, Peas, Pears. R apl the i Tuesday, Dec. 10 Spaghetti, Green Beans, Fruit Choice, Roll Wednesday, Dec. 11 Hamburger, French Fries, Applesauce, Pickles. lihftir allrtsfcm HK • He Hljjf. mbubb fem itfiie Sata’s g|HHkl(i rt Ite ah iHh h Thursday, Dec. 12 Pork Bar-B-Q’s on Bun, or Chef Salad, Peas, Peaches, Pudding Cake. eosedsptil tUt#* iroiiiieirf! ipijrfi rts shodd H feM1' »being tmsrti e cootang dass lefijif®1 al a start time W'* mashmainig Continued on page 6 Maple Valley Schools Jr .-Sr. High and Kellogg Schools Monday, Dec. 9 Chicken, mashed potatoes, butter green beans, peaches, bread and butter. Guess how many baskets are in this jar at Grand­ mas Greenery, shown with Dema Wright, left and Lois Barton. Phone 945-9554 for ACTION-ADS! 1 ! Tuesday, Dec. 10 Spaghetti, mixed veg., pears, roll and butter. Get Ready for Winter... Wednesday, Dec. 11 Wet Burritos or regular, corn, applesauce. Thursday, Dec. 12 Pizza, peas, peaches. Irene’s Beauty Shop Friday, Dec. 13 Hot dogs, tri-tater, baked beans, fruit cocktail, cookie. Milk is served with all lunches, choice of two vegetables and two fruits will be offered daily. WALK-INS WELCOME 204 N. Main, Nashville 852-9107 How do you find business insurance made for your business? Friday, Dec. 13 Tacos, Lettuce and Cheese, Baked Beans, Fruit Choice, Peanut Butter Sandwich. Maplewood School Monday, Dec. 9 Rib Steak, mashed potatoes, peas, bread and butter, pears. tadtato- Tuesday, Dec. 10 Take a guess at how many pine cones are in this basket, held by Jeanette Norquist of Mar-Kay Kollectibles. Tomato soup, toasted cheese sandwich, jello, birthday cake. Auto-Owners’ Business Insurance policies are written specifically to meet your unique business property and liability needs. Business assets may be protected with no more or no less coverage than you need. So ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how you can protect your business...and be assured of fast, fair claims service, the “no problem” Auto-Owners way. Wednesday, Dec. 11 Hamburger, fries, cheese squares, apple crisp. Thursday, Dec. 12 Pizza, corn, mix fruit, pickles. Friday, Dec. 13 Ham and cheese sandwich, potato sticks, green beans, peaches. Memories continued what the school is doing and football items... This is the best high school paper I have ever read.” Edwin L. Kane - “Very good... Tends to bring the parents and children closer together as to what is going on in school...” Frank Helen Curtis, a certified floral artist at Maple Leaf Florist, holds a jar of glitter balls. Caley - John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher “No criticisms. Fine paper and nicest school paper I ever read.” Ed Kraft - “Very good paper. No one could beat the bunch who are operating it now. Frank C. Lentz - “Am very much interested in the In­ formant... (it) is instructive and a credit to our school.” The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car ® &*'*-<*^ 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 Ikz No PrtMtonfko/ilg. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 6 Bob Brumm is shown with a jar of roofing nails located at Nashville Hardware. bowl at Quality, Pawn. Chamber story continued from page 5 At Video Showcase, Kirf Peterson is offering a prize for the person who guesses how many marbles are in this jar. Barry County Commission on Aging Thursday, Dec. 5 - Corned beef, boiled potatoes, steam cabbage, rye bread, lime Bavarian. Hastings Hearing clinic, bingo; Nash­ ville - bingo. Friday, Dec. 6 p Fried Wednesday, Dec. 4 Turkey tetrazini, Italian mixed vegetables, waldorf salad, grapefruit section. Hastings-Sing Along; Nash­ ville - Quilting; Woodland Cards, Games.. obbie’s^ Look good for the nailed styled & tan nailed, For the holiday. Nail s by Diana or Bobbie. iS t NAILS SPECIAL — PERMS — — 2 Weeks Only —- *30°° *5°° Off SUNTAN BED Same Good Prices! 10 VISITS *35°° 250 MIN. *45°° Bobbie's UNIQUE NAIL SERVICE O/v♦ A- HAPLE VALLEY Real Estate x< \ ocean perch, scalloped potatoes, spinach, fruit ambrosia. Hastings - Legal Aid, Blood Pressure Clinic; Woodland- Cards, Games. Monday, Dec. 9 - Turkey ala king, carrot-raisin salad, grapefruit juice, sugar cookies. Woodland - William DeBoer, Health Dept. Tuesday, Dec. 10 - Baked meat loaf with-gravy, whipped potatoes, green peas, blushing pear halves. Hastings - Picture Day. Hastings 120 North Michigan Avenue. Nashville - Masonic Temple Delton - United Methodist Church, Monday, Wed­ nesday and Thursday only. Woodland - Eagles Club Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only. All sites are barrier free and suggested donation is 75 cents. Food stamps ac­ cepted. Call 948-4856 a day in advance for reservation. MEMBERS OF THE BARRY- 5 EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & the MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMER WINEGAR (GRi), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan w ■ JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... (Evenings) 726-0223 GEORGE WILLIAMS sales associate .. £52-9833 VERMONTVILLE NICE FAMILY HOME IN NASH­ VILLE: 6 rooms 3 bedrooms, screened patio, fenced yard, 2 car garage w/workshop. Listed at $26,900. (N-138) I MM BEAUTIFUL VIEW!! SUPER VALUE. INSTANT EQUITY ■ PRICE REDUCED TO SELL NOW! Large, 3 bedroom ranch with 2'/, car garage, fireplace in basement, overlooking valley, one acre with more property possible. "Extra" 1 '/a car work­ shop; large deck off kitchen­ dining area. Must see! ! Price k now $53,900. (CH-140) REALTOR11 TWO STORY: Three bedroom home on large lot, house newly painted & insulated, barn 24x16, mature shade. Listedot $25,900 (V-127) VACANTLAND INVESTMENT PROPERTY!! Live in one unit, rent the other. Close to school, in Noshville. One 3 bedroom unit & one 2 bedroom unit. Listed at $34,900. (N-103) 5 ACRE VACANT LAND PAR­ CELS: All have natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view. Contract terms offered with 25% down payment. All surveyed and perked. (VL112-114) 32 ACRES -ROLLING scenic view, near Maple Valley High School, 6 acres nice maple woods. Electric and natural gas available. $24,100. (F-107) CADILLAC AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be ideal tree farm), borders Mani­ stee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain. south of Nashville. Completely fenced for cattle, pond, 40x80 and 60x80 pole barns, suitable for dairy, beef or hogs. (123A tillable and 22A wooded.) Land contract terms offered. Price $105,000, includes silo w/unloader & auger feeder. Milkhouse w/4 stall '/» her­ ringbone. Cement feed lot 90x190, new 5” well. No house on property. (F-102) 153 ACRE FARM Possible land contract. $20,000. -___________ (VL-128) This jar at the Country Kettle Cafe is overflowing with guest checks and Carol Horn and Arlene Helsel extend an invitation to all to try and guess how many there are. Commodity distribution is next weekCapital Area Community Services, Inc. will resume the distribution of com­ modity surplus in Eaton County on Dec. 10 and 11. Commodities will only be provided to families that have registered and received a GREEN Commodity ID Card. Persons should go to the site which matches their mailing address: Bellevue, High School Community Room, Dec. 10,9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 11, 9 a.m.-ll a.m.; Mulliken, United Methodist Church, 190 Charlotte St., Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-l p.m.; Sunfield, Sunfield Com­ munity Room, Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-12 noon; Vermontville, First Congregational Church, 110 S. Main St., Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-l p.m. Last day to sign up for the December Commodity’s will be Dec. 9th. You must bring proof of family income and social security numbers for anyone 18 years or older. COMMUNITY COFFEE One Dozen Cookie Exchange DECEMBER 5 • 9:30 A.M. ... at... Nashville Community Building ALL ARE WELCOME! ! H 309 North Main Street, Nashville Monday and Tuesday TAPE RENTAL Wednesday thru Saturday TAPE RENTAL ennn ’300 $350 oaea — VCR Rental Available — All Saturday Back by Monday GHOSTBUSTER, BEVERLY HILL COP BEST OF BELUSHI__________ . - VIDEO ACCESSORIES Over 180 Titles to Choose From! Scheel Havrs: Monday thru Friday 2 to 8 pm. Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 pm. PHONE — 852-1948 ' �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. December 3, 1985 __Page 7 Vermontville retiree helps preserve historical heritage of the village Ben Ommen, a long-time Vermontville resident was honored recently by the Historical Society of Michigan for his volunteer work at the local museum. EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Sat., Dec. 7 - 4-H Night With The Pistons, Pontiac. Sat., Dec. 7 - 4-H Shooting Sports, Firearms 10-noon, Teen & Leader Training 1-2 p.m., Archery 2-4 p.m, 4-H Building on fairgrounds in Charlotte. Mon., Dec. 9 - Eaton County Learn and Lead, times to be announced. Eaton Intermediate School. Mon., Dec. 9 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Country Jr. Livestock Assoc, meeting, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Tues., Dec. 10 - 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Homespun Holiday 1 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 • 9-9 Handcrafted Country Gifts to Make Your Holiday Complete • Something for Everyone 2 Miles East of Sunfield on Corner of M-43 and Dow Road & Darlene for Festive Days! "The Mirrors image" „jlmg hulolz iwaae.. Hair Stylist for Men, Women & Children 111 N. Main, Nashville 852-9192 by Shelly Sulser A man who dedicates much of his time helping to preserve the rich heritage of Vermontville was recognized for his efforts recently by the Historical Society of Michigan and its president Susan K. Collins. Bernard Ommen, a 27­ year Vermontville resident was presented with a Volunteer Recognition Award, and was noted by Collins for keeping the Vermontville Museum in tip­ top shape. “He volunteers to repair, design, build, move, arrange, and generally maintain the museum,” Collins said, adding, “His eagerness to help and his many useful skills combine to make him an exceptional volunteer.” A member of the historical chapel’s board of trustees, Ommen worked as the supervisor of general maintenance and operations for the Lansing school system before retiring and moving to Vermontville in 1958. Although he has lived alone in his Third Street home since his wife, Esther, tribute to the museum are museum to observe such passed away two years ago, free to obtain their items items as 19th Century clothing, books, furniture Ommen is quick to note that when they wish. Although the museum, or and photographs. It is also he doesn’t often have time to get very lonely. With three “old academy” as it is often open during the entire month children, 12 grandchildren called, is owned by the of July for visitors to see. The former Maple Valley and 17 great-grandchildren Congregational Church in Ommen says, “I’ve been Vermontville, the historical Board of Education member blessed with a big family." society currently has charge and farmer also added that he enjoys opening the Not only does the 83-year- and care of the facilities. During the summer, museum for visitors old Ommen have his volunteer duties at the Historical Society President whenever they request it “I like to show people museum to keep him busy, Martha Zemke holds craft but visiting people who are days there for the local through the museum,” said ill is a priority in his daily children, and the building is Ommen. always open for tours during Two other Vermontville routine. “I like to try to help people Vermontville’s annual Historical Society members, Martha Zemke and Esther that need it,” he said. Maple Syrup Festival. Ommen noted that during Shepherd were also honored “That’s been one of my last year’s festival, over for their volunteer service. hobbies.” See story on page 1 One of the biggest museum 1,000 visitors toured the projects Ommen helped with involved the refurbishment of the building’s lower level nearly eight years ago and later the upstairs, in 1982. As supervisor of the work, Ommen helped to replace the wood floors. Most of the items in the museum, located at the corner of North and West Main streets in Ver­ montville, are donated by December 4-7 AM PM private citizens. Ommen notes that those who con-PA Brighten up your holidays or some- FLOWERS by JAN Open House ? 4X4 FOR SALE: 1978 Chevy. Very clean, low mileage, one owner. 1200x15 BFG mounted on 10 in. spokes, 400 engine with duals fiberglass cap and 4 new 750x15 snow tires on wheels go with truck. 852-9500 days; 852-1650 nights, (tfn) FRESH CUT CHRISTMAS TREES. Nashville Christian Academy, downtown Nash­ ville in the park next to the fountain. Hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Saturday. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. (12­ 10) CHAIN SAWS: Husqvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy.; Vermontville, (517) 726-0133. 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Behind the scenes of the Thanksgiving program, first grade teacher Liz King, garbed as a Pilgrim, chats with Kevin Swift and Kevin Conkey 'who portrayed turkeys for the holiday program. With their high-top Pilgrim hats lined in a row, John Nash and William Greham (in the foreground) chow down on some cookie treats. - NASHVILLE - Calendar of Events ® H w m W w Tuesday, Dec. 3 thru Thursday, Dec. 17 ... Holiday Counting and Guessing Contest. □ Thursday, Dec. 5 ... Chamber of Commerce Potluck Dinner Saturday, Dec. 7 ... Santa Photo Session, Eaton Federal Savings & Loan, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 ... Start Coloring Contest. Ends Tuesday, December 17. Saturday, Dec. 14... Christmas Story Hour at Putnam Library, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children under 4 years of age must be ® with parent. Saturday, Dec. 21 ... Santa visits downtown OTpg stores, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. g OATJSRj eSponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce^ Antifreeze can kill pets, livestock and children! 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Pilgrim ladies feasting at the event included Jenny Forquer, Bille Jo Cousins and Mary Woodman. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3. 1985 — Page 9 Nashville Baptist youth collect food for the needy Nashville Baptist Youth (l-r) Amanda Conner, Tammy Woodbury, Jennifer Tutt, Lisa Corkwell, Julie West and Rick Merrill were able to collect over 15 boxes of food for the Community Christmas Basket project. Fifteen bags and boxes of food were collected for local needy families by the youth of Nashville Baptist Church Christmas baskets. last week. The Youth Aflame The food will be Ministry of Nashville Baptist distributed during the Church went door-to-door holdiay season in the form of Friday and Saturday to Jr. Livestock Association to meet All Eaton County 4-H and FFA beef, sheep and swine ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) members and leaders are encouraged to attend the Jr. Livestock Association Meeting on Monday, Dec. 9. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Kardel Hall, located on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Members present will select the beef and hog judges for the 1986 Fair, as well as discuss other fair items and livestock workshops. For more information on the 4-H livestock program, contact the Eaton . County Cooperative Extension Service at 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. collect canned goods for the 73 local needy families the Community Christmas Baskets will benefit The group then went a step further to appreciate what it’s like to be hungry by participating in a 39-hour fast Nearly 25 Nashville Baptist Church youth went without food for the full 39­ hours beginning Friday at 7 p.m. and ending Sunday morning in what they called “The Compassion Project". The youth stayed at the church Friday night until Saturday morning when they went home to continue their fast. One youth, Lisa Corkwell, noted the experience was “definitely” a learning one. “While we were there we watched movies about hunger,” she said. “It was really interesting.” She and other participants also noted that while the group was together, it was easier to keep their minds off of food. But after they had gone home and watched their families eat, it became more difficult to abstain. For the Community Christmas Baskets, Chairman Pat Wagner noted that food and toys are still needed, and that drop boxes are located the Pop ShopAmoco station, Nashville Hardware, Eaton Federal Savings and Loan, Comerica Bank and Carl’s Super­ market Money collection canisters are located at 15 places around town, to collect money for the Christmas basket project. “We would encourage donations from groups, organizations, and a lot of food and a lot of businesses. Money is used to toys,” Wagner said. buy extra food as well as “I would encourage meat for each basket,” parents, that as they begin to Wagner said. She also added make room for the expected that donations can be Christmas toys, they give the deposited directly at good used ones to the Boy Comerica in the Community Scouts,” she added. “It is Basket Fund. difficult to find extra money “So far, as of the end of at Christmas but the feeling November, we have 73 you get from sharing can be families to help. That means worth it all.” SECRETARIAL TRAINING AT DAVENPORT COLLEGE TUITION FREE ! ATTENTION WOMEN OVER FORTY. 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Nathalie, Tuesday. December 3. 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley Schools REGULAR BOARD MEETING MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1985 • 7:00 P.M. 1. Approval of a second year probationary contract for high school mathematics teacher John Brand­ enburg. 2. Action related to replacement of the washer used at the school bus garage with consideration of bids received compared with repair costs if the old machine is repaired. 3. General report from the negotiation committee regarding a contract with transportation super­ visor Gerald Aldrich. 4. Consideration for an adjustment in salary for secretary Pam Harvey considering the hours of employment and job responsibilities have in- State businesses get $152 million break creased. 5. Committee reports. 6. General discussion of criteria to be included in the board evaluation form for the superintendent Michigan businesses will get a $152 million tax break this year because the state is paying off its unemployment compensation debt to the of schools. 7. General consideration of negotiations with teaching and non-teaching personnel considering that the present contracts expire June 30, 4th Grade AAverage Stacey Hawblitz, Rudy Othmer. B Average Virginia Coblentz, Cheryl Conkey, Jaime Gibson, Mikki Jones, Missy Melvin, Jennifer McArthur, Jeremy Swift, Lisa Wood, April Blakely, Jeremy Fajnor, Adam Gusey, Jason Harmon, Allen Kill, Justin Lake, Dana LeValley, Dan Rasey, Paula Sadler, Wendy Shutes, Julie Stair, John Stairs, Stephanie Wakley, Aleecia Stidham, Christi Bigelow, Sara Kinyon, Rebekah Lingholm, Alice Moore, Brian Steward, Brent Stine, Joshua Sleeper. 5th Grade B Average - Kyle Booher, Dena Burton, Bryan Car­ penter, Lori Carpenter, Chris Cooley, Jack Cripe, Susan Simpson, Aaron • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, November 20, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444 Ext. 225. Fuller and Kellogg Schools honor roll LINDA M. TWITCHELL, Clerk of the Board of Commissioners 4th Grade All A’s - Amy Kipp, Lisa Metzger, Ben Mudry, and Willy Rooks. B Average Jolene Adams, Stephanie Bouwens, Heather Brenton, Jeff Burpee, Retha Byrd, Shannon DenHerder, Shannon Fawley, Rich Furlong, Donna Garrett, Angie Gordon, Jasen Green, Samantha Greenman, Leslie Gould, Todd Guernsey, Craig Hamilton, Stacee Hawkins, Randy Jarrard, Chris Miller, Jon Mitchell, Kelly Moore, Cindy Potter, Miriam Schantz, Cheri Kay Achievement supper set Sessions, Linette Snyder, for Vermontville Jr. Jesicca Sutherland, Jastin Farmers Dec. 9 Thrun, and Debbie White. The Vermontville Jr. 5th Grade Farmers 4-H Club will have B Average - Cassie Ap­ an Achievement Supper at pleman, Pam Arquilla, Dean 6:30 p.m. Monday, Beardslee, Joel Butler, Kale December 9 in the all­ Dipert, Julie Fisher, Gregg purpose room at Maplewood Garn, Natalie Haeck, Tony Elementary School in Hansen, Heather Hughes, Vermontville. Samantha Hughes, Shilo Families attending should Mills, Sam Mitchell, Mandy bring a meat dish, one other Mix, Kathy Morgan, Kyle passing dish and their own Neff, Marcie Reid, Micheal tableservice. Drinks will be Rollins, Renee Rosin, provided. Members should bring Mickey Rowland, Darcy Schantz, Mindy Shoup, Green Books completed. If you have questions, Jeremy Smith and Jesse contact Phyllis Wells, 726­ Snow. 0129. 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Stop in for more = information. mittee recommended: - That the PSC make forecasts every two years on the state’s energy needs and decide whether a “cer­ tificate of need” should be issued to allow a utility to build a power plant The utilities currently make those forecasts. -That rate payers pay up to 35 percent of the cost of building new power plants as they are constructed to prevent utilities from borrowing large amounts of money at high interest rates. Under current law, utility customers don’t pay for power plants until their completion. -That a panel be appointed to study the future of the unfinished Midland plant. Judiciary Committee Ap­ proves Bill Restricting Movement of Liability Cases Legislation restricting the movement of liability cases Smith, Matthew Bowen, from one county to another Steve Hopkins, Paula Woodworth. has received unanimous support from the House 6th Grade A Average - Matt Gates, Judiciary Committee and Dianna Mahoney, Mickey has been sent to the House Coolier, Chris Musser, Dawn floor for further debate. Root, Jeremy Sampson, The bill places restrictions Darrel Stine, Leigh Stine, on changes of venue in the Jacob Williams. cases. The House Committee Says State liability B Average Michelle Should Decide If Power legislation is part of the Baker, Jason Carpenter, Plants Are Needed liability refrom package now Shelly Cobb, Terry Demp­ A special legislative panel before the state Legsilature. sey, Connie Dickinson, Kelly studying the Consumers Under existing law, a case Endsley, Tony Eye, Tricia Power Company has can be filed in a county other Gibson, Holli Hale, Kandy recommended that the than the one in which an Hart, Cindy Morris, Matt -decision to build new power incident occurred, and Nehmer, Aaron Patrick, plants in Michigan should usually these cases will go to Jeremy Reynolds, Vikki come from the state, rather the county with a record of Slocum, Brice Hasselback, than utility companies. high jury awards. This bill Luke Kinyon, Jeff Knoll, The committee proposed creates certain criteria Vicky Koch, David that the Public Service relating to venue to make Lingholm, Janice Mater, Commission take respon­ sure that the cases are tried Jami Mishler, Dayton sibility for deciding whether in the region where the in­ Walker, Kirk Warner. a power plant is needed. No fraction took place. The ' guidelines that state approval is currently required for construction of determine where venue can be established are also based a plant in Michigan. The goal is to avoid on where the defendant and another costly misfortune plaintiff live or work. There like the halting of the con­ is still flexibility, but the struction on Consumer practice of searching for a 6th Grade Power’s Midland nuclear sympathic county court B Average - Cabe Allen, power plant last year. The system must be curtailed. If Nathan Ayers, Janet committee was named after the venue is deemed im­ Boldrey, Brian Brandt, Ken work on the plant, worth proper, then court costs can Brauer, Rachelle nearly $4 billion, stopped in be levied against the Cheeseman, David Childers, July 1984. plaintiff, regardless of the Sara DeGroot, Heather Specifically, the com- outcome of the case. DePriest, Renee Dingman, Dennis Downing, Jim Edinger, Donna Green, Diania Haight, Steve Hay, Kelly Hickey, Tracy Hughes, Jamie Joseph, Chris Mudry, The next regular meeting of the Jason Oster, Amy Roscoe, Tim Schilz, Holly Thomas, Nashville Village Council will be Kristina Tobias, Michelle Wednesday, December 4,1985 at Vogel and Bobbie Wood. Maplewood honor roll 1986., 8. General discussion of materials received from the state school board association. 9. Other business. 10. Adjournment. Board members and telephone numbers: David Hawkins, 852-9749; Dale Ossenheimer, Jr., 852-1674; Ronald Tobias, 852-9476; Irma Gene Baker, 726-0050; Paula Cole, 543-5669; LeRoy Sleeper, 726-0297; Loren Lehman, 726-0427. • • • • federal government more quickly than expected. For the first time since Michigan began to pay off its $2.6 billion debt in 1983, state employers will not have to pay the Federal Unem­ ployment Tax Act penalty tax. This will save businesses up to $58 for each employee this year. During the dark days of the recession, Michigan had to borrow money from the federal government to pay for jobless benefits because the state’s unemployment insurance trust fund had been depleted. Under the threat of heavy penalities from federal of­ ficials, the Michigan Legislature approved a repayment plan in 1982, involving increased taxes on businesses and reduced benefits for jobless workers. State officials estimate that the state should pay off the remaining $13 billion it owes by spring 1987. Paying offthis debt is good news. What would even be better is if we could learn from our recent experiences and make sure history does not repeat itself. We should keep an ever watchful eye on state spending in Michigan and even during prosperous periods avoid the urge to tax and spend, tax and spend. NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in recessed session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Tuesday, November 26, 1985. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, Ext. 225, or 485-6444 Ext. 225. = TiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiHiHn LINDA M. TWITCHELL, Clerk of the Board of Commissioners NOTICE 7:30 p.m. Please note time change. SUSAN M. CORKWELL Village Clerk — NOTICE — The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Assessor, Village Treasurer, three four-year terms on the Village Council and one two-year term on the Village Council will be Tuesday, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Ver­ montville Village clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 S. Main St., Vermontville, Michigan SHARON STEWART, Vermontville Village Clerk • NOTICE • Deadline for .filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, Village Assessor and three - two year terms on the Nashville Village Council will be Tuesday,, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk''s Office SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 11 sw Old-fashioned Christmas starts at Charlton Park this weekend dipped bayberry candles, ornaments, and popcorn and cranberries that they’ve strung,” said Park Director Diane Szewezyk. Each day of the celebration a different tree will be decoarated by visitors. Cooking and baking will be done in the old wood stove, traditional Christmas carols will be sung in the streets and visitors will be encouraged to join in.” The stenciler and blacksmith will be demonstrating their craft, and the buildings will be staffed by costumed in­ terpreters. Homemade cookies and hot mulled cider will be served in the village residences and shops and the making of bread dough ornaments will be taught. People with horse-drawn sleighs are encouraged to attend and drive through the village and add to the charm and nostalgia of the event. Children are welcome to bring their sleds and skiers can enjoy a trek through the park, weather permitting. The Charlton Christmas Gift Shop will be open and offering wood and Victorian Santa ornaments, hand J ty. a J® ^ 5^ . * St Lu L - I woven placemats, country store candy, books on oldfashioned Christmas, history and crafts, and other assorted stocking staffers. On Sunday, Dec. 15, Project Dakota members of Marshall will be interpreting village life right before pioneers journeyed west­ ward during the 1880’s. “A visit to Charlton Park will offer old folks a chance to recall the yule season and youngsters a glimpse of Christmas past,” said Szewezyk and all families to celebrate Christmas with us this year and begin a new family tradition, the old fashioned way.” Admission is $2 for adults (16 and over) and children are free, for the four-day event which runs from 12 to 5 p.m. Dec. 7-8,14-15. Charlton Park is located just off M-79 between Hastings and Nash­ ville. 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In readinjg, 86-percent completed objectives, up slightly from 85-percent in 1984. Math scores showed 70­ percent achieving objectives Zula M. Bruce Vance E. Eno CHEYENNE, WYOMING - Mr. Vance E. Eno, 65, of Cheyenne, Wyoming, died Friday, Nov. 22, 1985 in Cheyenne, after a lengthy illness. Funeral services were held in Cheyenne Tuesday, Nov. 26, at the Wiederspahn Funeral Home with burial in Cheyenne. Mr. Eno was born in Barry County on June 10, 1920 the son of Ansel and Nina (Baker) Eno. He entered the Army in 1941 and was stationed at Ft. Francis E. Warren in Cheyenne. He helped in the clean up of Pearl Harbor. He met and married Margie Montoya of Cheyenne and lived and worked there. Mr. Eno is survived by his wife, Margie; one son, Louis James Eno and a granddaughter, Elizabeth Ann; one sister, Mrs. Arthur (Laura) McPherson of Hastings and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Vance Ansel Eno in 1970, a sister, Doris Sixberry in 1975 and a brother, Maurice Eno in 1965. in the seventh grade, up from 69-percent last year. Eighty-five percent attained reading objectives, up from 82-percent in 1984. Fourth graders had 84­ percent in the top category for math, down from 93­ percent last year. While in reading, they had 88-percent achieve objectives, up from 85-percent in 1984. Winners of Thanksgiving drawing announced— The Maple Valley Co-op Nursery School has an­ nounced the winners of its annual Thanksgiving Drawing. Winners are: Howard Downing, first prize, one week use of a satellite TV dish; Esther Martin, second prize, 16-inch, three item pizza; Victor Hass, thrid prize, $10 of gasoline; Dean Lambert, fourth, $10 gift certificate; Virginia Curtis, $10 gift certificate; Ray Hickey, fifth; three-pound canned ham; Delores Knoll, sixth prize; $5 gift cer- Obituaries HASTINGS - Mrs. Zula M. Bruce, 88, of 591 Welcome Rd., Hastings, died Satur­ day, Nov. 30, 1985 at the Maple Valley High School Barry County Medical Care Facility. Funeral services Athletic Boosters . will be held 3 p.m. Tuesday, are cancelling bingo for the . Dec. 3, at the Wren Funeral following dates, due to the Home. Rev. Robert Tilburt holidays: Nov. 28,1985, Dec. Jr. will officiate with burial 26, 1985 and Jan. 2, 1986. (12­ in Lakeview Cemetery in 3). Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Mrs. Bruce was born Dec. 31, 1896 in Bowling Green, Ohio, the daughter of Jacob and Margaret (Woodruff) Walker. She moved to Mt. Pleasant in 1908 and to the Nashville area in 1917. She wwas married to George Bruce on Jan. 15, 1913. She was employed for several years with the former Lentz Table Co. in Nashville. After moving to Hastings in 1951 she was employed by the 12x12 White. Maple Valley scores in this year’s Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) tests remained basically even or up slightly in both reading and mathematics at each par­ ticipating grade level, except for fourth grade math which dipped. Math scores in fourth grade dropped nine percent from last year. School officials said Maple Valley students continue to rank well with the latest (1984) statewide figures available. MEAP tests are developed by the Michigan State Department of Education and are designed to measure minimum performance in specified areas of reading and mathematics. An ac­ ceptable level of per­ formance is defined as achieving three-fourths of the educational objectives measured by the tests. Scores are generally reported by the percent of students who score in the top category (those who attain 75-percent of the objectives). The following figures are the percent (rounded off to former Curtis E. House for several years. She is survived by six daughters, Mrs. Virgil (Edna) Whipple, Mrs. Donald (Ruth) Douglas and Mrs. Wanda Marsh all of Hastings; Mrs. Ed (Margaret) Badger and Mrs. Reatha Slinkard of Battle Creek, Mrs. Floyd (Emma) Conley of Mears; three sons, Jay Bruce of Nashville, George Bruce of Handford, CA and William Bruce of Hastings; 31 grandchildren; 79 great grandchildren and 38 great great grand­ children; one brother, Watson Walker of Hastings. She was preceded in death by a son, Myron Bruce, seven grandchildren, three brothers and two sisters. tificate; and Tiffany Robins, $5 gift certificate. The school would like to thank the following businesses for their generous donations: Satellite TV Co., first prize; Big George’s, second prize; Kent Oil Co., third prize; Carl’s Market and Kelley’s Variety Store, fourth place prizes; John­ ny’s Market, fifth prize; Nashville Hardware and Nashville Auto & Farm Supply, sixth prizes. Extension group takes greenhouse tour in Delton The U-Sharit Extension Group toured Ron Smith’s Greenhouse in Delton for its November meeting. Members learned some interesting things about the different kinds of plants at Smiths and how plants are started. Later, the group had lunch at Sam’s Restaurant at Gun Lake and then conducted a business meeting. On the way home, members stopped in Hastings for dessert. Plans were made for the group’s meeting this month which will be held December 18 at the home of Evelyn Mason. Bingo and an ex­ change of gifts are planned. New members are welcome to join the group, just call Bessie Myers, chairman, at 852-9133. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible numps)^ GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 Maple Valley STANDARD FULL SERVICE GAS STATION AND CONVENIENCE STORE Stop in the morning for donuts and coffee. SPECIAL — c no Valvoline Oil ....LIMIT LIMIT66 1 QT Groceries • Snacks • Newspapers • Candy Video Discs and VHS Now Available HOURS Monday thru Thursday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m„ Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location - Corner M-79 & M-66, Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985__Page 13 Nashville Sugar Shanty gets new storage room addition by Shelly Sulser Nashville’s sugar shanty is growing, thanks to generous time donations from syrup association members Nelson and Geneva Brumm and Harold Christiansen. The 28-year-old building that sits next to Putnam Park in Nashville is currently getting a new storage room, something Christiansen said the shanty has needed for 18 years. “(In the past) we haven’t had a good storage place for the syrup,” he said. Rather than pay wages to syrup association workers for their time spent making syrup, the money is divided between local organizations. However, some of the syrup proceeds have been set aside for a building fund, based on the premise of what it would have cost to pay three association members for most of the time they donated to syrup activities. As a result, the $7,000 is being funded, on principle, of wages that would have been earned by the Brumms and Christiansen during the past eight years. Sports Christiansen is president of the syrup association and Geneva is secretarytreasurer. Christiansen said work on the new storage room began nearly two weeks ago, and he expects it to be finished long before the next syrup making season arrives. The storage room, said Christiansen, will be in­ sulated and have have the capacity to hold up to 800 gallons of syrup. “It’s been a long time coming,” he said. Other members of the syrup association board include Vice-President Tom Reid and trustees Tim Smith, Tom Jones and Clayton Newland. The Nashville Sugar Shanty is currently getting a new addition to be used as a storage room for syrup. Guns as gifts, parents be safety conscious Lion Jayvee girls team upset St. Phil 63-30 ijt Wtt^ •■wu J*hii j* * ’£> fcittif ”, ». h li^f^ hWin’fiT tfcjw.fa. Milk ■a-'lZ "I M J hjiMii J ^B|»h E"*”' Minfiri ipkfo«lHkUNi H M F latoku s K Ml jjcsb SfcrfW Jti a»i zrssisi ttosti’ ■ fa hi jgi aJtail! jqdX^ g NSh &x(K The Maple Valley junior varsity eagers closed out their season last week with a 63-30 victory over the St. Phillip tigers. “We played excellent team ball and after 7 straight losses, it was an exciting win,” explained coach Carol Kraai. Karris True led the lady Lions in scoring with 21 points and 20 rebounds. Jennifer Fisher followed with 10 points. Also scoring for Valley were Diona Morawski 8; Deanna Hagon and Lesley Dipert 6 each; Faith Schilz and Christine Gardner 4 each; Stephanie Whitmore and Kristen Kraai 2 each. Kristin Royston was a tremendous asset defen­ sively and made some outstanding passes to her team mates. Faith Schilz led in steals with 6. The team finished with a 6­ 13 season and broke a couple of school records along the way. The Lions now have the record of most points scored in a game (63), previous record was 43; and it has been some 10 years since a J.V. team had this many wins. “The girls work hard and should be an even stronger team next year,” said Kraai. The success of the U.S. Olympic Shooting Team during the 1984 Olympics increased interest among young people in shooting sports. As a a result, guns have become a popular Christmas item. The National Rifle Association strongly en­ courages parents intending to introduce their youngsters to recreational shooting to follow these safety tips on Chris tmasDay: -Contact your local gun club or the National Rifle Association and make arrangements for your youngster to attend a basic gun safety handling course as soon after Christmas day as possible. —Include a variety of safety brochures and books along with the new gun and, together with your youngster, cafefully read through the information. -Set aside time to discuss safety and responsible gun ownership. Clearly define the conditions under which the gun may be handled and fired. -Refrain from buying BBs or other ammunition until youngster has attended a basic firearm safety course. -After the gun has been unwrapped and whenever you handle it, always; 1) Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction; 2) Keep your finger off the trigger; 3) Keep the action open and unloaded; 4) Treat every gun as if it is loaded. Bus transportation is being made available to Maple Valley fans to attend the girls regional basketball game at Kalamazoo Christian High School, Wednesday, Dec. 4. Game time is 8:30 p.m. The bus will leave at 6 p.m. Maple Valley plays the second game of the evening. The cost of riding the bus is $1 per person. A game ticket must be purchased at the same time at a cost of $2, making a total of $3 per person to ride the bus and attend the game. This is available to students and adults. Tickets will be available during office hours at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Tickets for the game only will be available in the office for $2. Maps indicating the location of Kalamazoo Christian will also be made available. They must be purchased by noon Wed­ nesday. 4-H shooting sports meet set for Dec. 7 A 4-H Shooting Sports Meet is planned for Saturday, Dec. 7. Those interested in firearms should plan to meet from 10 a.m.-noon. Those in archery will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. for practice shooting. Teens and adults in­ terested in being trained in archery leaders will meet from 1-2 p.m. Adults are needed for trap instructors Commercial • Business • Personal PRINTING PRINTING gp gEHNXlNp also. These events are to be held in the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. The meet is an excellent opportunity for members to participate and improve their skills and safety knowledge for a lifetime hobby and to receive help from experienced leaders. For more information on the 4-H Shooting Sports program, contact the Ex­ tension office at 126 N. Bostwick, Charlotte, MI 48813 or phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. Resource leaders for the monthly meets are Herb and Marguerite McCarrick. Awards banquet is tonight! J-Ad Graphics, Inc., is more than just The Hastings Reminder, The Hastings Banner, Maple Valley News, the Battle Creek Shopper News and the Marshall Community Ad-Visor... We do Custom Printing to your specifications. For your next printing job, BIG or SMALL, call J-Ad Graphics in Has­ tings, Michigan ... 945-9554 Girls basketball awards program has been scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 3. This will include seventh and eighth grades, J.V. and varsity. There will be a potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m. with awards to be presented at approximately 7:15 each family involved is asked to bring a meat dish, another dish to pass and their own table service. Milk and coffee will be furnished. respect. For further information about gun safety programs contact the Education and Training Department, 1600 Rhode Island Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036 or phone (202 ) 828-6280. Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... 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BUY A LOVED ONE A PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT! ASK ABOUT OUR GIFT CERTIFICATES EASY RAY! ¥> down on all sun bed, body wrap or combination packages. Pay the balance as you go. IjR^Ca// or Stop In 852-1980 g UrtlN. 9 am - 7 pm A. Mon - Sat �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 3, 1985 — Page 14 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events: Tuesday, Dec. 3 Retirement dinner for Lawrence Frith at the Fire Barn 6:30 p.m. Bring table service and a dish to pass. Thursday, Dec. 5 - UMW Stanley Party at the Methodist parsonage 3-8 p.m. Feel free to come and browse. Stanley orders will be delivered before Christmas. Mabel Shetenhelm is saleslady. Sunday, Dec. 8 - Methodist Adult and Childrens Choir Cautata at 4 p.m. Refresh­ ments to follow. Thursday, Dec. 12 - Senior Citizens noon potluck in the Griswold Room. Bring a Bingo prize and an exchange gift. Sunday, Dec. 15 - Ver­ montville Methodist Choir sings at the Eaton County Old Courthouse at 2 p.m. Vermontville Bible Church Cautata at 6 p.m. and First Congregational Church at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 - Santa Claus is coming to Fire Barn at 2 p.m., at 8:30 a.m. Christmas baskets will be packed at the Fire Barn this GOSS W year instead of Johnny’s. They need all the help they can get. Chamber of Com­ merce of Vermontville will he serving free coffee and cookies to parents of the children who will be seeing Santa. The baskets to be delivered on Saturday, Dec. 21. On Nov. 9 the Fire Department had their an­ nual supper at the Fire Barn. There was a large at­ tendance. Tony Wawiernia received the 1985 Ver­ montville Ambulance Outstanding Sevice Award. Also Robert Graves was honored with a certificate for his rescue last winter of Mrs. Haywood and her daughter from their house fire north of town. His wife also attended. Joyce Penix and family had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner for Harold, Pat and Mike O’Dell also Monte, Wendy and Nikki O’Dell. On Saturday Wendy O’Dell served a Thanksgiving dinner for the O’Dells and the Penix family and Shirley O’Dell from Traverse City in their new home on North Main. & Mr Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it yourself • 1 % " pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy Christian Academy selling Christmas trees In a fund raising effort for school operations and supplies, the Nashville Christian Academy is of­ fering Christmas trees for sale in Nashville’s Central Park. The Scotch Pines range in price from $6-$16, and can be purchased between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays. “In the past we’ve pur­ chased playground equip­ ment, typewriters, whatever the school needs,” said parent David Friddle who is helping to sell the Christmas trees. He also noted the trees are being sold by the parents and families of Nashville Christian Academy students in a voluntary effort. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tubbs entertained his sister andfamilyfor Thanksgiving. Those at­ tending were Mr. and Mrs. Finley McCormick, Leslie and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Basile, Vincent and Lindsey from Monroe, Mr. and Mrs. Robert McCormick, and baby and Linda McCormick from Steator, Illinois and Lori McCormick and friend Doug from Toledo, Ohio and Mrs. Ava Kroger. and Louis Betty Goodenough and family from Alabama spent Thanksgiving with Mr. and Card Of Thanks The family of Grace Cooley wish to convey their sincere gratitude for the many expressions of concern during her lengthy illness and at the time of death. A special thank you to Barry County Hospice and the visiting nurses from the Health Department. Justin Cooley Debra Cooley James Cooley Mr. & Mrs. Brian Chaffee Mr. & Mrs. Victor Brumm Card Of Thanks The family of Earl R. Pennock would like to pause for a moment to thank all relatives, friends, neighbors for your many expressions of love and comfort during the time of our husband, father and grandfather’s death, for the food, cards, phone calls, and gifts of love. A special thanks to the Wren Funeral Home for their excellent service, our personal thanks to Rev. Lynn Wagner for his words of comfort, to each of the pallbearers, the ladies of the Methodist Church for the luncheon, to Betty Pierce and Cathy Vessechia for the very special music. To the members of Kalamo Chapter No. 399 O.E.S. for the special services on Thursday evening, to the Masonic Lodge and V.F.W. for the graveside services. We also wish to thank the Vermontville ambulance, Lion’s club and Carl’s Super Market for their special thoughtfullness. Your kind deeds a dnwords will not be forgotten. May God bless each and everyone. Clara Don and Judy Scott, Troy, and Chad John and Lois Woody and Leigh Aaron and Adam ACTION-ADS PAINTING CLASSES. Lots of things and lots of fun. Call 852-9112. (12-10) SALE: New Crazy quilts for sale, nice for Christmas gifts. Phone 852-9057. (12-24). David Roush looks over the Christmas trees for sale in Nashville's Central Park that will benefit Nashville Christian Academy. Mrs. Ken Kruger of Woodland and Serena Goodenough. Mr. and Mrs. Allen Goodenough from Allen Park spent Friday and Saturday with the family. Mrs. Leon Norris and Mrs. Rose Ball called on Greta Firster Tuesday noon of last week. Greta Firster had Thanksgiving dinner with friends in Lansing. On Wednesday evening Mrs. Firster, Jeff Faller and Mr. and Mrs. Tom McComb celebrated Jeff’s and Jeanette’s birthdays at Mountain Jack’s in Lansing. Dean Winnie and mother called on Mrs. Firster Friday. Dean is a lawyer in Saginaw and a former Maple Valley graduate. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Loren Lehman on their 21st wedding anniversary which they celebrated with a very special dinner at Mountain Jack’s on Nov. 14. We are happy to report that Elon Baker is out again following a three week illness, also Jodi Spicer, his daughter, was on crutches a week recently following knee surgery. Mrs. Leta Nagle returned Saturday after a week in Elkgrove, Illinois with Mr. and Mrs. Les Harrison and family. Thanksgiving guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict for varying lengths of time from Tuesday through Sunday were Terry Benedict of Troy, Maurine Kanowski of Rochester, Jackie Benedict and John Thompson of Arlington, Hts., Ill. Dr. and Mrs. Sunil Das and Moline of Ann Arbor, Monica Das of Albion, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brimmer, Candi and Mrs. Wm. Whitely of Charlotte, Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Wion and family from N. Manchester Ind., Mrs, Fred Adams, Zavtra and Quannah of Horton, Mr. and Mrs. David Rishel and sons of Delphi, Ind., and Mr. and Mrs. Brian Benedict and Mr. and Mrs. Steve Lipp and sons local, Mrs. Jeanette Schultz of Vermontville was a Saturday evening caller. Mrs. Frances Olson spent Thanksgiving with her son Lloyd Sherman and family at halt and stayed over night with them. Mrs. Hermina Southern and Mrs. Kate Snider en­ joyed Thanksgiving with the James Briggs family in Ionia. Mrs. Hildred Peabody and Doug Kelsey spent Thanksgiving with the Paul Strange Jr. family in Brook- ville, Wisconsin returning Sunday evening. Mrs. Serena Goodenough had Sunday dinner with her granddaughter Vicki Lewis whose birthday was Sunday. Mrs. Serena Goodenough is holding Open House at her “Sweet and How Good” candy store Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1-8 p.m. Mrs. Laurie Hale,. Holly and Robin and Kim Best attended the concert by Peter Reckell - Bo Brady on the soap “Days of Our Lives” Saturday evening Nov. 23 at the Lansing Civic Center. Peter’s mother is a teacher at the Henry H. North School in Mason and this was for the Mason and this was for the benefit of the P.T.A. Laurie was delighted Wednesday evening when she attended the Jazzerciser class at M.V. to find him there. He and the instructor Amy Marshall both graduated from Okemos and were friends. Several from here watch the show “Days of Our Lives,” where he is a leading character. New books at Putnam Library “Roughing It in the Bush” by Susanna Moodie. An account of life in Canada in the 1800’s. Presented in memory of Raymond St. Onge by Maple Valley School Board. A year’s subscription to “Antique Monthly” has been ordered for the library in memory of Richard and Michael Green by Feme Green. “The Cambridge En­ cyclopedia of Latin America and the Caribbean” has been added to our reference section. The volume covers the region’s past and present in a comprehensive manner. “The Old Gringo” by Carlos Fuentes. A novel of Mexico in 1914. “Cycle of the Werewolf” by Stephen King, with illustrations by Berni Wrightson. “Lake Wobegon Days” by Garrison Keillor. A portrait of smalltown American life. “The Two Mrs. Gren­ villes” by Dominick Dunne. A novel of intrique that reveals how the rich think and live. “The High Valley.” A romance set in Mexico, by Jessica North. “At Her Age” by Marian Novick. A witty novel about extraordinary grandmother. “Clara’s Heart” by Joseph Olshan. The story of an enduring love between a black Jamaican woman and a young boy. “The Summer Tree.” Science-Fiction by Guy Bavriel Kay. Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes *3595 Most Alternator Alternators w/exchg w/built in regulator.... $4595 w/exchg $3595 Most Starters..... 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 22 — Tuesday, December 10, 1985 Nashville Council hiring secretary to help reduce clerk's workload, starting this April by Shelly Sulser The Nashville Village Council agreed at a meeting Wednesday to reduce the job duties of the village clerk as of April 1 and to hire a secretary to handle much of the current responsiblities of the cleric’s position. Village President John Hughes stated Friday that the council decided to make the changes in the clerk’s office “mainly because there are people who might want to run for the clerk’s job but don’t want to be in the office all of the time.” Prior to the council’s decision, Village Clerk Susan Corkwell had decided not to seek election when her term expires April 1. She has held the elected office of village clerk for 10 years. The clerk is elected for a two-year term. Currently, Corkwell is in the village hall 35-hours a The last day to file petitions week, and earns a yearly is December 17. salary of $13,500. When the clerk’s The clerk’s position, a two- responsibilities are reduced, year term, will be filled in the person will still have to the village’s March 10 abide by the duties outlined election. Now that the in the village charter, but council has voted to reduce will not have to perform the clerk’s duties, the new extra duties as the current clerk will be able to work out clerk does. ofhis or her home and earn a According to the village yearly salary of $3,500. No charter, the clerk is required salary or hourly wage has to: be the keeper and been determined yet for the guarde r of the village seal; secretary’s’s post. keep all documents, official nHew secretary Hughes mentioned that bonds and papers; file the whoever is elected clerk village records; serve as the could apply for the clerk of the council and secretarial position and fill attend all meetings; record both posts consecutively, if all proceedings and the council approved. resolutions of the council and When the new clerk starts record all ordinances of the duties, the council hopes to village. have a village secretary on The clerk must also: sign the job. and register all lisences However, at press time granted in the village; make Monday, no one has filed and certify with the village nominating petitions to run seal papers and records for for the village clerk opening.the office; administer all oaths and affirmations; serve as the general ac­ countant for the village; file all claims against the village, draw all warrants on the village treasurer for payments and bills, the village has and take in all monies and receit them. The clerk has charge of all books, vouchers and documents relating to the accounts, contracts, debts and revenues in the village; must sign and register all bonds issued; keep a list of all property and effects belonging to the village and keep all debts and liabilities of the village. The village clerk keeps a complete set of books that show the financial condition of the village as well as debts, funds, resources and liabilities; keeps accounts with the treasurer and shows all money received for services; reports all debts to the council for the com­ munity to be paid and per­ forms all other duties that pertain to the clerk’s office as the council may require For the past 10 years, Corkwell also has been performing several extra prescribed duties as well as those required by the village charter, such as running all elections, registering voters, handling all water and sewer billing, payroll and all village employees’ insurances and retirement plans. She has also worked with the State Highway Depart­ ment on Act 51 ap­ propriations by the state, and is required by the council to serve as the secretary of the cemetery board. Pushing snow across village streets illegal Residents of Nashville are cautioned that when clearing sidewalks and driveways, it is illegal to push the snow across the street. The snow is to be kept on the same side of the street the residence is located and kept along the edge. MAPLE VALLEY Color one of these pretty Christmas story pictures, fill in the blanks, and take it to SPONSOR STORE before December 17. Our Christmas Coloring Contest is open to all girls and boys 10 years or younger, except children of employees of SPONSOR STORE or the Maple Valley News. Winners of the contest will be announced in the December 24 issue of the Maple Valley News. Entries must be in by Noon Tues., Dec. 17. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian or parents may drop off entries for their children. CONTEST RULES... Get out your crayons and join in the fun of entering the "Christmas Coloring Contest" in this issue of the Maple Valley News. 6 Gift Certificates to be awarded to winners. Your entry just might be one that is selected, so get busy and color all of the drawings and take your finished pictures to the stores and businesses who have sponsored each particular drawing you have colored. Entries must be in by noon Tues., Dec. 17. Prizes will be awarded in two separate age catagories: one for children six and under and the other for kids seven to ten. The first place winner in each category will be awarded a $15,* Gift Certificate in each age bracket, 2nd. place a $10 Gift Certificate and third, $5.00 Gift Certificate. The certificate must be used toward the purchase of any item (or items) in any of the parti­ cipating businesses. Should snow be scattered in the street and cause an automobile accident, the person responsible for carelessly dumping the snow will be held liable, noted DPW Superintendent Leon Frith. Letters to Santa Win a Prize! Color a Picture! HURRY UP AND ENTER...and WIN!! “I really think it’s a good change,” said Corkwell of the decision to reduce the clerk’s responsibilities. “The clerk’s job is really too complicated to hinge on an election every two years,” she said. “If we had to train that job every two years, I think the village would suffer from it.” She added that there is so much to learn, and having held the office for 10 years, “I still learn from it every day.” Hughes agreed the job restructuring was needed, and noted the secretary will work under the jurisdiction of the newly created post of village manager. “We feel this will work better for us,” he said. Dear Santa, I am 8 years old. I have been waiting to see you all year. I would like a pool table, slim line radio, poseable care bear, and musical glow worm. I tried to be good all year, and I was. I will have cookies and milk waiting for you in case your are hungry on your long trip. Love Jennifer Barecroft Dear Santa, Sure glad I got the chance to see you this morning. Here’s my list of items I would like: Teddy Ruxpin Teddy Bear, a brown Upsy Baby, Baby Skates, Software for my computer, My Buddy, a Honeycomb doll, Get in Shape Girl Set for me, an exercise gym for my Barbie plus her kitchen and a Power Wheels Truck. I will leave you your favorite chocolate chip cookies and milk out plus some water and candy canes for your reindeer. I tried to be good all year, though I had my moments, and please bring something special for Mom, Grandma and Grandpa. I Love You Santa. Love Tiffany. Dear Santa, Shirra and Horse - cab­ bage patch doll - a nightgown - color crayons - sane candy and fruit for Carl - Mommy Brook & Jimmy & me. Love Keischa age 5 years old More letters on Page 10 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 2 Memories of the nos j] by Susan Hinckley 1.. Variety of Christmas merchandise was available back in 1927 In Nashville, the Christ­ mas shopping season always has brought renewed support for “buying locally.” One of the chief champions of the cause was the Nash­ ville News, forerunner of the Maple Valley News. Founded in 1873, the weekly paper has served the com­ munity continously since that time. When the automobile came of age in the mid-1920s the patronizing of local businesses seemed to take on new meaning. In fact, the Community Club, a predecessor of the presentday Nashville Chamber of Commerce, was organized in 1924 by a group of local “Why not patronize home business and professional people concerned that the institutions?” asked The auto and improved roads News in a Dec. 3, 1925, soon would sound the death editorial. “How often we hear the remark ‘trade at kneel of small towns. Even in that day the New home’. Surely this practice is York Central had eight to be commended - we should trains daily - four eastbound buy everything in the home and four westbound - running town that we possibly can. through Nashville. We believe that if we will Passengers boarded the only take into consideration brain at the local depot for the quality of the goods we shopping excursions to wish to buy, we will in­ Jackson or Grand Rapids, variably find that it isn’t and returned home the same necessary to patronize the mail order houses or even go day if they wished. The advent of the auto to the cities to do our trading. “At least we should visit offered even greater mobility to the public, and our local merchants and let that worried merchants in them show us what they have Nashville and other small along the lines we are in the market for, and let them towns. For Living Room Gifts Lovely Two-Piece Suites and Occasional Pieces OCCASIONAL TABLES are leading Yuletide gifts Jacquard Velour Living Room Suite $99.S0 Solid mahogany trame, up­ holstered in velour, with fine quality silk damask reversible cushions. Needlepoint Chairs The walnut frames i| on .AvP0 are hand carved To Furnish a Bedroom A Dining Room Feature —Especially attractive in style and design, offered at decided savings. The eight pieces—buffet, table, five side chairs and arm chair—are very special at $109.™ —This suite of very newest design, most modestly priced. Full size bed, dresser, vanity (not illustrated) chest ofdrawers. $69.00 C. I. HESS & SON name their prices.” In keeping with that admonition, the News in that era published an annual Christmas shopping guide compiled by a reporter who visited local business places on a “tour of inspection” to inform community shoppers “where to find what they want to purchase and what is new and novel in the market.” The detailed report usually filled the entire front page of the paper, as well as a good portion of Page Two. In an earlier Memories piece, published Dec. 15, 1981, we gave an account of the places visited in the 1923 News tour. Today we look at some of those stops four years later. From the issue of Dec. 15, 1927: C.T. Hess & Son - “The big corner furniture store of Hess & Son will appeal to Christmas buyers, the old and young alike, whether the customer be a man, woman or child. The big show room and display windows are completely filled with high quality furniture and novelty goods, any piece of which would make a present not only to be appreciated on Christmas morning, but one to be enjoyed throughout the entire year and years that follow...” Postoffice Pharmacy “The Christmas Season is again in evidence at the popular drug store of E.L. Kane. Never before has such a beautiful display of holiday goods been shown in Nash­ ville as will be found here. It would hardly be worth your time to go to the larger cities, for here you will find a selection brought direct from city markets...” C.H. Dahlhouser “The store for ‘Lad and Dad’ is too well known to mention other than some of the fine bargains to be found on its shelves and in its cases. The proprietor, Mr. Charlie Dahlhouser, during his first year and half of business has gained many warm friends. His store is very neat and stock well arranged...” Belson’s Bakery - “Mrs. Gladys Belson asks that ((her patrons) let her assist in making the entire Christmas season still more Sewing Machines We have them, 2, 4 and 6 drawer; machines we have sold for 25 years and keep the needles for. We warrant them 20 years. Drop head, auto­ matic lift, easy running; full set attachments and running in price from $28.75 TO 65.00 Come in and see them. Power Washer Now here is a REAL Washer, and you can ask anyone has one—or ask US, and we will tell you all about it. WASHES CLEAN RUNS EASY C. L. GLASGOW Glasgow's hardware "has had the privilege of bring­ ing happiness and creating a spirit of contentment" in local homes, noted The Nashville News during its 1927 holiday shopping tour. "This store is filled with beautiful and useful goods particularly appropriate to the holi­ day season." Two of the "home-contentment" items must surely have been this treadle sewing machine and gasoline-powered washer illustrated in a December 3, 1927, ad in The News. Glasgow's was located on the south portion of the lot upon which the new Mace Phar­ macy is now rising. enjoyable by furnishing them with fine ‘Home Made’ bred, cakes made especially to grace the Christmas dinner table, pies and other delicious pastries ... She also carries a fine assortment of candies, cigars and tobaccos for the Christmas trade...” Charles Diamante - “No town would be complete without an up-to-date fruit and confectionery store - but, The "big corner furniture store" of Charles T. Hess and Son had its show room and display windows "completely filled with high quality furniture and novelty goods" in December 1927, noted The Nashville News in an annual Christmas "tour of inspection" designed to encourage holiday shoppers to buy locally. In this display ad, which appeared in the December s, 1927, issue of The News, Hess offered a complete bedroom suite for $69 and needlepoint chairs of hard-covered walnut for $13.95. The Hess store was located in the Hurd Block, now home of Nashville Auto & Farm Supply. few towns or cities many times larger than Nashville can rightfully boast of as fine a store and ice cream parlor as that one owned and personally conducted by Mr. Diamante. Charlie’s store is a veritable Santa Claus headquarters and ‘paradise of sweets’... ...” C.L. Glasgow - “In making a visit to the big hardware store of C.L. Glasgow, we learned this fact, that this store has had the privilege of bringing happiness and creating a spirit of con­ tentment in the homes of the people of the village and in the homes of the surrounding rural ditricts, not just a few, but many times... This store is filled with beautiful and useful goods particularly Continued on page 4— AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 219 Washington St., CHURCH North State, Nashville Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville (’/» mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. .Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Sunday: P..M.. Woorrsshipp 6 a p ..m.. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m.Evening Service .. 6 p.m.A.M. Service... 11 a.m. .. ... .. P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Bible Study........ 7 p.m.Wednesday: Wed. Bible Study & AWANA ....... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER :45 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 301 Fuller St., Nashville PEACE UNITED METHODIST Sunday School .. 10 a.m. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE A.M. Service... 11 a.m. Sunday: 203 N. State, Nashville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. A.M. .. Worship ors p .... 11 a.m.Sat. a.m. Sat. Mass Mass..... .....6:30 6:30 p.m p.m. Sunday: P.M.Worship Worship ... ... 7 p.m.Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m.Wed. Service..... 7 p.m. P.M. A.M. Worship. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe Sunday School 10:30 a.mWorship............... 7 p.m at 6:30 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL Sunday School .. 10 a.m. CHURCH A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.I REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR Thursday Night: Bible Study ... 7 p.m. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Church Service.. 11 dm REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 3 Coloring Contest Children singing a holiday tune, means that Santa is coming soon. Caroilers sing of a time of giving, to all good creatures on earth living. We can hardly wait to trim our tree with the balls & lights we love to see. NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE TROWBRIDGE SERVICE 130 S. Mainr Vermontville . Phone 726-0569 PHONE AGE AGE PHONE KEN’S STANDARU SERVICE SUGAR HUT 209 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0589 172 South Main Street Vermontville Toys...toys...toys...one for every girl and boy. Decorations that glow and shine, bring joy at Christmas time. Bright packages with fancy bows; a holiday candle that glows and glows. NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS A PHONE KELLEY’S VARIETY STORE Downtown Nashville AGE PHONE VILLAGE HAIR PORT Main Street, Vermontville Phone 726-0257 A PHONE HECKER INSURANCE 225 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-9680 �Th* Mop1* Valley N*w», Nashville, Tuesday. December 10, 1985 — Page 4 Memories continued from page appropriate to the Holiday season,.. Von W. Furniss - “For over thirty-five years this store has specialized in holiday goods to meet the demands of this community... This store displays a larger variety of goods than any one store in the county, including a fine assortment from 10c toys to the latest and finest creations in jewlery and watches...” Ralph H. Olin “How about a new car for a Christmas present? It would sure be a real present, wouldn't it?... And, we know of no line of cars ... with a reputation for service, quality and class, where prices range in the reach of every pocket-book, like the Whippet and Willys-Knight handled by ‘Warp” Olin...” The Hat Shoppe - “Price & Evans, proprietors, wish to thank their friends for their liberal patronage the past year, and invite you to see their present line of holiday 2— goods and hats; also to have your hair marcelled.” Nashville Roller Mills “Nashville Roller Mills and ‘Home Pride’ flour are practically synonymous terms ... ‘Home Pride” means happiness and con­ tentment, and more especially during the Christmas season, for it means good bread, cakes and other dainties (which) every lady realizes is the one direct way to a man’s heart, and will bring in return to them the present that they have been wanting for Christmas...” Other local businesses covered on Page One of the Dec. 15, 1927, issue of The Nashville News were Far­ mers & Merchants Bank ( “What would Christmas be without money, and where would we get it if it were nqt for the banks?”); the State Savings Bank; Farmers’ Co­ operative Creamery (“The high quality of the product, Wolverine brand of butter, which this institution manufactures, is in reality the reason that its patrons (member farmers) will have extra money to buy Christmas presents with.”); Charles J. Betts plumbing and heating shop (“Any one of his several heating plants would make the finest of Christmas presents.”) and Will L. Gibson, agent of the Ohio State Life Insurance Company (“Has it ever occurred to you what a fine and acceptable Christmas present a life- insurance policy with the first premium paid would really be?”). Next week we will look at the local businesses plugged by The Nashville News at Christmas time 1927. To be continued next week) Local students get a taste of gymnastic meet at Fuller On Wednesday, Nov. 20, a practice gymnastics meet was held at Fuller Street School. The results of that meet are as follows: Floor exercises-firstplace, Stacee Hawkins; second place, Rudy Othner; third place, Tonia Murine; fourth place, Retha Byrd; and fifth place, April Demiarmid. Vault - first place, Retha Byrd; second place, Kristen Dean; third place, Rudy Othner; fourth place, Stephanie Bouwens; and fifth place, Stacee Hawkins. Beam - first place, Stacy Wood; second place, Rudy Othner; third place, Katie Sampson; and fourth place, Tonya Shaffer. These children were in­ troduced to the United States Gymnastics Federation compulsory routines on the Many who participted only floor, beam and vault. In addition to physical begun gymnastic classes this factors the gymnast also year and for them it took develop qualities as con- special courage and they fidence and self-discipline improved tremendously. Those who also par­ strengthen. “It takes courage to ticipated in the practice perform in front of an meet were: Linette Synder, audience, and all of the Venus Smith, Marcee Byrd, gymnasts did a great job,” Rachelle Cheeseman, Mindy said a spokesperson. “We Garvey, Nikki Kirvin, hope a feeling of ac- Jennifer McArthur^ Terri complishment and self worth McDiarmid, Kim Thompson, were developed while trying and Renee Rosin. The instructors are Angela to achieve excellence result in positive character. It is a Botz and Patty Warren. great feeling to win but also Linda Sampson also helped. It is hoped to have a winter the students learn how to beginning in lose graciously and hopefully session gain the teamwork the U.S. January. Registration is set Olympic gymnasts up for Jan. 13, if it is possible for the winter session. achieved.” Obituaries Edna L. Graham SPRINGFIELD - Edna L. Graham, 72, of 38th Ave. D, Springfield, formerly of the Nashville area, died Sunday, Dec. 1, 1985 at Community Hospital, Battle Creek. Funeral services were held 1 p.m. at Richard A. Henry Funeral Home, Battie Creek with Rev. Brian Spencer officiating. Burial is in Lakeview Cemetery, Nash­ ville. Memorial con­ tributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Mrs. Graham was born on Oct. 25,1913 in Jackson, the daughter ofClifford and Leta (Faust) Rich. She graduated from Nashville High School in 1932. She moved to Battle Creek in 1944 from Nashville. She married Keith L. Graham on March 13, 1944 in Battle Creek. Mrs. Graham was employed 20 years at Kelloggs, retiring in 1974. She was a member of Kellogg Birthday Club. Surviving -are are her husband; three daughters, Jacqueline E. Nelson of Bellevue, Marjorie Kay Jackson of Battle Creek, Dawn C. Harvey of Burlington; six grandchildren; five great grand­ children. Engagements - twas the ’• year before: Christmas And all through the months, you’ve been readying your Christmas Club for the big holiday crunch. By steady depositing, week after week, you’ve amassed quite a sum with this savings technique! And your money wasn’t just sitting idly by. It was earning Christmas Club 1986 Now Open interest, you know, at rates that are high I Now that Christmas is near and you’re bound to be hopping, you’ll have cash in your pocket for holiday shopping I But it’s wise to prepare for your next gifting spree, so start our Christmas Club now for 19861 Call our 24-hour number and Loan Association HOME OFFICE CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 543-3880 LENDER NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852-1830 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 to 4:30 Monday-Friday 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday 543-2410 for rates on all our savings accounts Kane - Plaunt Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Kane of Sylvania, Ohio, announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Kandy Kay Kane, to Mr. James Todd Plaunt, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Plaunt of West Bloomfield. An August wedding is planned. Miss Kane graduated from Maple Valley High School and Argubright Business College. She is presently a credit card processor at First of America. Mr. Plaunt graduated from West Bloomfield High School and Michigan State University. He is presently a food supervisor at University of Michigan. Brenton-Mater Mr. and Mrs. William Brenton of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Anne, to John Daniel Mater, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Mater of Nashville. Melissa will graduate from Maple Valley High School in June. John is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley High School. A June wedding is being planned. — REPORTER WANTED — General assignment, city, schools, county, police beats, photography. Other editorial duties possible, depending upon experience. SEND RESUME TO... Editor, J-Ad Graphics, Inc. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 5 GS ’S’<’<GG SS S VJb* VJb Jfcb*u SSSfcu .W »v' §§§ &wS>S &S>S 2<k (JW. JW S tM >!SS “hJWiJ iu’&iS fPc ,?? LW-. hin *Z I . J*»lJ l S<*4 J IB?ta.! S J***, <1h1; *4 h*he 4 I?!**; he MSii ttth ttth6”1 S Mia A snowman smiles thru the sleet & ice, he thinks the weather is kind of nice! Let’s all help to decorate the great Christmas tree of love. For Christmas I want a friend to play with all year long. NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE ements- PHONE AGE PHONE QUALITY PAWN MAPLE LEAF FLORIST 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 209 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9473 311 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 8529610 NAME ADDRESS <x g> X' ADDRESS PHON MUSSER SERVICE Frosty the Snowman was a jolly happy soul! AGF AGE PHONE A cluster of candles glowing bright, bring joy to Christmas night. Santa’s sleigh and reindeer will soon be coming your way! NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS A PHONE AGE PHONE NASHVILLE AUTO & FARM SUPPLY O’DELL’S 24-HOUR TOWING JOHNNY’S MARKET 112 N. Main Street Phone 852-9500 141 N. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1009 Vermontville, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 6 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events: Thursday, Dec. 12 - Senior Citizens meet in the Griswold Room at noon for potluck and Bingo. Bring a prize for Bingo and a gift exchange. Sunday, Dec. 15 - Vermontville Methodist choir sings in the old courthouse in Charlotte at 2 p.m. Sunfield Methodist Church at 7 p.m., and First Congregational Church at 8 p.m. (Note the time change from last week). Tuesday, Dec. 17 - Nash­ ville and Vermontville Senior Citizens meet at Maple Valley High School at 12:45 p.m. for lunch and program by school choir. Saturday, Dec. 21 - Help is needed to fill community Christmas baskets at the Fire Barn at 8:30 a.m. Santa Claus comes at 2 p.m. Parents of children are in­ vited by the Chamber of Commerce for free coffee and cookies at Pat’s Sugar Hut, baskets will also be delivered that day. Our town is really beautiful with the Christmas lights on Main Street in­ cluding twinkle lights on the small trees for the first time. The tree on the park corner was a small tree planted 40 years ago by the Woman’s Club but now is a hug tree all decorated with red and green bulbs to express the glory of the Christmas season especially since the snow on Thursday. This has been a week of Christmas parties, shopping dinners etc. On Monday, the Garden Club held their Christmas dinner in the Griswold Room with a ham and turkey roll meal and many goodies followed by a playlet given by nine members of a Charlotte Mini Theater group.. It It was was called c “Bungling Bertita” written by Dorothy Hughes, a retired teacher. It concerned an American family with nine children vacationing in Mexico who hired a Mexican maid. This lead to many language mixups which were hilarious. The Woman’s Club met at the home of Edith Swartz on Monday evening with a silent auction and Christmas goodies. The program was on Germany with Alexa Mennehen, an exchange student living with Russ and Bonnie Laverty and family who had spent 3% years in Germany when he was in the service. Slides were shown of different places in Germany and her home town of Poderborn, West Germany. Alexa came in August and will be here until June. The retirement party for Lawrence Frith Tuesday evening in the Fire Barn was well attended with Nyle Wells acting as MC. Remarks were made by Pat O’Dell President of the Chamber with a fake check for $10,000, Vernon Trowbridge on behalf of the Masons, Jack Rathburn for the American Legion; also comments by several others on his service to the com­ munity on his service to the community. Wells presented Lawrence with a framed Service Award Certificate singed by Governor Blanchard and Rep. Ernest Nash. Mrs. Firster’s Senior Citizens tour on Thursday was attended by 48 who first visited the Renaissance Center to see the beautiful decorations, then went to Troy to the San Marina Restaurant to hear Bud Gerest on the “Sunny Side of the Street”. She reports he is terrific speaker and nearly blind. Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Benedict, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Benedict and Mr. and Mrs. Evert Steward enjoyed lunch at Turkeyville Monday and spent the rest of the afternoon with the Stewards. Bom to Steven and Dawn Wolover Conklin on Dec. 2 an eight lb. baby boy at Sparrow Hospital. He is named Mathew Steven and will be welcomed by big sister Elizabeth Marie at 8720 Carlisle Hwy. Mrs. Jane Schreuder and Jane of Kalamazoo attended the Congregational Church Sunday a.m. The Christmas Musical “A Christmas Song” by Joe E. Parks was presented by the Methodist adult, youth and children’s choir Sunday at 4 p.m. to a full house and greatly enjoyed. Adult choir director was Hildred Peabody, youth and children’s choir - Lorraine Benedict and Mary Car­ penter. Accompanist was Dorothy Carpenter with narrators Douglas Kelsey and Linda Shetenhelm. All deserve much praise as it takes many hours of practice to put on such an outstanding program. Word has been received that Mrs. Lois Gaut Fisher of Escanaba has suffered a broken hip in a fall in her home. Some will remember Mrs. Gaut and her sister, Mrs. Bernice Adrion, of Corvallis, Oregon, who visits Vermontville each summer. She is in General Hospital, S. 13. Street, Escanaba, MI 49829. Choir will entertain 'over 50* group Dec. 17 The last thing you need now is a problem with your renter’s insurance. Renting fits a mobile America’s style. When you rent, you may have attractive surroundings, tended grounds and on-call maintenance. And you have the freedom to move as your heart or your job takes you—without all the hassles of selling a house. Although you have all these convenient luxuries, you also have many of the same liability and personal property risks as a homeowner. That’s why Auto-Owners Apartment Dwellers Insurance protects the contents of your apartment from loss due to theft, vandalism, fire, water, wind and other losses. It protects you and your family if someone else is injured in an apartment accident. And if something should happen to your apartment, Auto-Owners pays for your living quarters until you can return to your own apartment. Just ask your “ho problem” Auto-Owners agent about Apartment Dwellers Insurance. It’s a good way to insure peace-of-mind. The Maple Valley Senior High Choir will present the program for the December meeting of the Maple Valley residents over 50. The monthly meetings are held at the high school on the third Tuesday of each month. The December meeting will be held on Dec. 17 at 12:45 p.m. in the cafeteria. Lunch will be a choice of Bar-B.Q.’s, or tacos, peas and applesauce. Lunch costs $1.40. To make a reservation for lunch, call 852-9275 before noon on Monday, Dec. 16. Everyone is welcome to attend. If you have a birthday during the month of December, indicate this when you make your reservation. Bible Church Cantata set for Dec. 15 The Vermontville Bible Church choir will present the cantata, “Forever Christ­ mas,” by Don Wyrtzen and Phil and Lynne Brower. This cantata presents the truth that the reality of Christmas is found in the person of Jesus who became one of us so that we might have everlasting life. The community is invited to come share this music Sunday, December 15, at 6 p.m. John Warren, Thelma Christopher (seated), Bev Warren, Betty Pierce and Mary Hecker. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, @___ “?™<7™Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*9680 Home Car PksPNoPro()fa/mPeQp& If you need to walk each day this winter for health reasons, and would like to walk inside the building, you are welcome to walk around the halls of the high school between 4-7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. If you have any questions, or would like furtiler information, call the Community Education office at 852-9275. AMERICA’S FAMOUS LINCOLN LOG HOMES NOW SEEING A DEALER FOR THIS AREA If YOU are the person we are looking for, the financial opportunity of representing Lincoln Log Homes, a Proven Winner, is unlimited. — FEATURING — • Solid, 8" uniform, treated logs. • Exclusive "weather lok" log corners. • Two-day training program for all dealers. • Protected sales territory. • USSI "Maxi-Mini" solar and fireplace total home heat­ ing system that can cut utilities up to 60%; install­ ed for under $6,000. • Sold in kit form or as­ sembled. Individual selected must have ability to purchase or mort­ gage a $13,100 model home. Call MR. LANCE (704) 932-6151 Collect! Lincoln Log Homes, 6000 Lumber Lane, Kannap­ olis, NC 28081. I - LOW PRICED CHRISTMAS SALE - ££ Maple Grove Township Hall £ § Durkee Street or M-66, Nashville WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11 *9 AM-5 PM wSm £ JS SR New and used (good) toys for boys (Trans­ formers, etc.) • Dolls (etc.). Cabbage Patch & Others... 25c & Up •Barbies... *4.00 • Books • Dishes • Miscellaneous X 3 3| E » K£ * SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE * W Sorry, No Checks Mf �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10. 1985 — Page 7 sESKSS E S&.KSwS s&.w Coloring Contest f ’gji "^s gSj "^sS sS SiS SS > SiS> mSSq "sJS "sJS; ‘JkJJ J"kJ*J* >£S ■*b ’tel > »Mi ^RDnl *** *J****1*! L*®* W nb»»Ji isjia,, 1 k iEKse Mite < M hate Hille l i te < Ho...ho...ho in my sleigh your present goes. NAME ADDRESS AGE ikui’iijg PHONE 3W5nji, btijpin hMrfai b icri Aids CARL’S MARKET Nashville, Michigan Toys, Toys, Toys... They bring joys to little girls and boys. Christmas trees all a-sparkle make the holidays a marvel. NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS AG PHONE QomencA BANK AGE t PHONE NANCY’S BEAUTY SHOP 157 S. Main Street, Vermontville Ph. 852-0790 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 8 Library building fund is growing Putnam Public Library’s building fund to add a Children’s Wing to the present facility on North Main Street, Nashville, continues to grow at a steady pace as memorial con­ tributions pour in. Donations came last week in memory of Earl Pennock from Nelson and Geneva Brumm, Vernon and Shirley Curtis, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Hansen, Don and Shirlie Augustine, Gretchin Pixley, Herald and Marlin Hansen, and John and Montiel Dull; in memory of Grace Cooley from Fern Hawblitz, Dick and Marilyn Chaffee; Norman and Barbara Sandbrook, Leo and Grace Marisch, Ed and Marian Krieg, Harold and Christiansen, John and Montiel Dull; Ike and Phyllis Barry Commissionon Aging menu Wednesday, Dec. 11 Roast pork loin, parslied buttered potato asparagus cuts, tropical fruit cup. Delton: Blood pressure, Dave Schipper of Health Department.. Hastings: Craft class, sing along. Nashville: Bill DeBoer of Health Dept. Blood pressure, Quilting. Woodland: Cards & Games. Thursday, Dec. 12 Macaroni & Cheese, pepper ring salad, sliced beets, chocolate fudge brownie. Hastings: Craft class. Bingo. Nashville: Bingo. Friday, Dec. 13 - Baked fillet of sole, baked potato, mixed vegetables, fresh grapes. Hastings: Legal Aid. Woodland: Cards & Games. Monday, Dec. 16 - Honey baked chicken, twice baked potato, winter squash, corn bread, citrus section cup. Hastings: Social Security, craft class. Tuesday, Dec. 17 - Baked ham, sweet potato, tossed salad, chilled pineapple. Hastings: Recipe share, puzzle. Nashville: Puzzle. Hastings: 120 North Michigan Avenue; Nash­ ville: Masonic Temple; Delton: United Methodist Church - Mon, Wed. and Thurs.; Woodland: Eagles Club - Mon., Wed., and Fri. All sites are barrier free and suggested donation is 75 cents. Food stamps ac­ cepted. All meals catered by Pennock Hospital. Call 948­ 4856 a day in advance for reservation. Babcock; Harold and Bessie Stewart; in memory of Caroline Jones from Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Brumm, 'Mr. and Mrs. Leon Ackett, Mr. and Mrs. Don Augustine, Gretchen Pixley, and the senior citizens of the Nash­ ville COA Nutrition Site. An additional donation was from Raymond, Dorothy and Sue Shaffer. Contributions to the fund may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and of those named in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new room. Well over 60 percent of the $50,000 goals has already been attained. Card Of Thanks I wish to thank the Chamber of Commerce, friends, neighbors, and all the many business people of past and present for the many cards received, for the dinner given in my honor, and the designation of Dec. 3, 1985 as Lawrence Frith Day. It was nice to see you all again. Thank you verv much. Lawrence A. Frith Retired postmaster Fuller kindergarteners win prizes for artwork Students in Pam Hunt's kindergarten class at Fuller school recently made Tomtoms in their class as a part of their study of Thanksgiving. Judged by first grade teachers Mrs. Vandermolen, Mrs. Dunham and Mr. Doozan, Holly Green top right, won first place for the morning class. Mindy Brenton, (second from right to left) won second place, while Jon Figel took third and Keischa Strimback earned honorable mention. Below, in the afternoon class, Richard Chaffee was the winner, while (l-r) Andy Heyboer won second, Eli Brisco took third and Amanda Tobias won honorable mention. How can you qualify for disability income that starts when your regular income stops? No problem. Staying financially healthy after an illness or accident can sometimes be rougher than recuperating. That’s why Auto­ Owners has Disability Income Insurance which qualifies you for payments fast. Just ask your “no problem” Auto­ Owners agent about Disability Income protection. It’s a healthy way to pay the expenses that don’t stop when your regular income does. (Z/luto-Ownm Insurance Caution urged in use of holiday decorations - *♦ ♦*•■"* C*» Bus"wm Thai,No Pro6&^nPeople, “ Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones In the interest of holiday fire safety, the State Police Fire Marshal Division and local fire departments join in cautioning Michigan residents about the use of natural and artificial decorative materials. Officials say every year An Olde Fashioned Christmas .. SHOP IN CHARLOTTE Most Retail Stores Now Open Extended Hours Thru Christmas December 15th Courthouse Tour ♦Quality Merchandise ♦Tremendous Selection ♦Friendly Hometown Noon to 6 p.m. Sponsored by Eaton County Historical Commission Sendee Yuletide Home Tour FREE LIGHTED PARKING 2 to 7 p.m. Sponsored by Historic Charlotte Including All Metered Parking City Lots and at the Plaza Visit Santa Fri., Dec. 13, 6:30-8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 14,11-1 p.m. at the Mesonic Temple, comer of Cochran & Seminary ♦Free Gift Wrapping at Most Retail Stores Candy Cones compliments of Felpeusch Food Center OVER 150 RETAIL STORES For Tour Christmas Shopping Home Decorating Contest Judging, Dec. 17th Call the Chamber of Commerce Office to Register, 543-0400 ----- ♦Tree Decorating Contest ---------Sponsored by Local Civic Organizations Trees on Display at T.G.Y., K-mart, Christensen's Furniture , end First Affiliated Securities tragic fires involving loss of them in the fireplace. life, property, and personal -A portable fire ex­ injury occur due to the un­ tinguisher should be readily safe or improperly main­ accessible in the event of tained holiday decorations. fire. All family members For a safer holiday, the should become familiar with following precautions are its operating procedures. suggested: -Post telephone number of -Before natural trees are your local fire department at set up, the trunk of the tree each telephone. should be freshly cut at least If you have any questions one inch above the original about holiday fire safety, cut and maintained in a contact your local fire or container of clear water. building department or the Tree stands must be able to nearest State Police post. provide adequate support and should have a large ACTION-ADS reservoir for water. WORK -A tree showing signs of HANDYMAN unusual dryness should be WANTED: Carpentry removed from the residence repairs, plumbing repairs, yard work, roofing. 830 immediately. -Trees should not be Gregg St., Nashville, 852­ located in residence exit 9537. (tfn) areas. 4X4 FOR SALE: 1978 Chevy. --Artificial trees should Very clean, low mileage, one bear testing labels indicating owner. 1200x15 BFG they are “flame-resistant.” mounted on 10 in. spokes, 400 -Electrically operated or engine with duals fiberglass lighted tree stands and cap and 4 new 750x15 snow electric light sets should tires on wheels go with truck. bear testing laboratory 852-9500 days; 852-1650 labels and should be nights, (tfn)____ examined for defects prior to FRESH CUT CHRISTMAS TREES. Nashville Christian use. -Use of electric lights on Academy, downtown Nashtrees should be supervised ville in the park next to the fountain. Hours 10 a.m. to 6 by responsible persons. -Ifmetallic trees are used, p.m. Monday thru Saturday. no electrical lights or wiring 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. (12­ should be placed on or in 10) contact with the tree. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters -Use of candles or any open flame near decorations MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL is strongly discouraged. — CAFETERIA — Dispose of Christmas THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. wrappings safely and Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. promptly. Do NOT burn Doors Open ot... 5:30 p.m. BINGO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 9 Dear Santa there’s so much to tell you, I thought I'd make a list. We’ve trimmed our Christmas tree, with an angel on top for you and me! Drumming up the Christmas spirit! NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS A AGE PHONE A THORNAPPLE GENERAL STORE PHONE PHONE NASHVILLE CO-OP ELEVATOR NASHVILLE HDWRE. & SPORTING GOODS 301 S. Main, Nashville Phone 8520789 105 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0713 201 N. Main, Nashville Midaydecorofe theifefcs acsse. kite* astw gei> asfcii' jktsb hi fl M1 ■HI! kfrtMP ■W Idtekt Gifts packed in a sleigh Will be coming your way. NAME ADDRESS A PHONE GRANDMA’S GREENERY 233 North Main, Nashville Phone 852-9797 Stockings full of gifts, give holiday spirits a lift. How silently the wondrous gift is given...so God imparts to human hearts the blessing of His Haven. NAME NAM ADDRESS ADDRESS A PHONE AGE PHONE SMOKY & FLO’S COUNTRY COOKING WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE 202 N. Main St., Nashville Phone 852-0944 126 S. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-1501 �The Maple Valley Newt. Nashville. Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 10 Marsha Ainslie appointed to village council by Shelly Suiser Nashville Lifelong Planning resident and member Commission Marsha Ainslie was ap­ pointed by the Nashville council Thursday to fill the seat vacated by George Frith last month. A hair stylist at the Mirror’s Image in Nashville, Ainslie is a candidate for council, and will serve as council trustee until the next general election. Ainslie was sworn in to the position Thirsday by Village Clerk Susan Corkwell In other business, Department of Public Works Superintendent Leon Frith reported that a water main on Francis Street blew an end plug at about 3 p.m. Tuesday and caused water to break through the ground and spray four-feet into the air. He noted 200,000 gallons of water was lost, draining the water tower half of its 400,000 gallon capacity. Water was temporarily off in parts of the village but was back on within an hour of the incident, he said, and noted the village crews worked to repair the main until 10:30 p.m. that night and half the day Wednesday. Frith added one basement was flooded as a result of the break, but the damage in­ curred will be covered by village insurance. Village Clerk Susan Cork­ well said some residents were outraged that their water had been shut off without prior notice, but in such an emergency situation, it was impossible to give notification. However, the council did agree to give prior shut-off notice to residents when it is possible, if the water is to be turned off for any reasson. The council also voted to hire a secretary to be on the job April 1 to relieve the village clerk of some extra duties. (See separate story). Corkwell is not seeking reelection to the office she has held for 10 years and the new incoming clerk to be elected in March will perfrom only the duties outlined in the village charter. M.V. Athletic Boosters Spaghetti Dinner set Fhe Athletic Boosters are sponsoring a spaghetti supper this Friday, December 13 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu includes spaghetti with meat sauce, cole slaw, homemade rolls and butter, coffee or milk. Pie will be available for 50 cents. The cost of the entire meal is $2.50 for adults and $2.00 for students. Proceeds from the dinner will go toward the purchase of undiforms for the boys and girls basketball teams. Bertie Forell is organizing volunteers to serve and Lois Gardenr and Donna Hickey will be volunteering in the kitchen. The freshman, junior varsity and varsity cheerleaders will furnish pies, and the Lions host Pennfield in basketball action following the supper. Pictured, Lesley Dipert, Kelly Hoefler and Dawn Morawski of the girls' basketball team serve up a hot plate of food for Maple Valley Principal Burr Hartenburg. Training for senior peer counselors to begin Jan. 3 Marsha Ainslie of Nashville has been appointed to fill a vacancy on the village council until the upcoming election. She is also a council candidate. . FOR THE WIFE Applications for the January Training Class for Senior Peer Counselors are due by Monday, Dec. 16, for classes beginning on Friday, January 3. Please call Mary Partee at RSVP 371-5300 or George Long at Ingham 374-8000 for an application or further CC» NASHVILLE BOY SCOUTS TROOP 176 - ANNUAL - information. The Senior Peer Counseling Program has been to developed provide emotional support services to elderly citizens in the community and at the new senior Day Program at Older Adult Services, Ingham Community Mental Health Center, 407 W. Greenlawn, Lansing, and is designed to meet the special needs of older persons in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties. Volunteers over the age of 55 serve as Peer Counselors at least four hours a week. The Lansing Retired Senior Volunteer Program will assist in the recruitment, selection and placement process and offer liability insurance coverage and assistance with volunteer expenses of travel and lunch. 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Watch Grandma’s window Saturday, Dec. 21 between 10:30 and 12:30 ... there will be a Christmas surprise. • POINSETTIAS • CHRISTMAS CACTUS • CYCLAMENS • CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS and CENTERPIECES NASHVILLE B52-B7S7 9-5 Dally Closed Wednesday itai/id ©penin Goodtime Pizza i is under New Ownership Tim Burd, Darwin Raffler, & Jack DeGroot Q/taind ©pening Special 20% OFF all Menu Items ASHVILLE HARDWARE 105 N. MAIN STREET — NASHVILLE Phone 852-0713 DECEMBER 9th thru DECEMBER 14th Come in and register for a ... FREE Pizza Goodtime Pizza 119 N. Main, Nashvill e 852-1985 HOURS: Mon-Thurs 11 am -11 pm Fri & Sat 11 am -12 pm Sun 3 pm -11 pm �The Mople Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 11 mnns Christmas gift Heodquorters KEYSTONE 3 Style DIS-35mm 110 Pocket with Flash $90w9 5 F,rom and up -------------------- Siev€A>Ca-ndi£6~" At this special time of year, remember all your friends and family with our favorite assortments. Express yos ur sentiments with our finest chocolates and butter bons now available in colorful, free gift wraps. M MENS AND LADIES Especially For You 2lA lb. Chocolate Covered Nuts l ib. & 2 lb. Assorted Chocolates (open box shown) 1 lb., 2 lb., 3 lb. & 5 lb. Gift Box VA lb. & 2'A lb. Billfolds Always 10 to 20% OFF Manufacturers Price SPRAY SNOW 13 oz. 88! Enjoy that special memory again and again with quality color reprints from McJori. Reprints of both regular size and Preferred® prints are specially priced with this coupon. Regular size prints available from Kodacolor or Disc > negatives. Preferred®- reprints available from Disc or 35mm only. Extra charge for copy negatives and inter­ negatives from slides. Tape coupon to envelope. Great Selection! 102 Watches to choose from OIL Bring your Cheerios certificate to us to receive your pair of free "Joe Cool" Fun Glasses, and celebrate 35 wonderful years of “Peanuts." Look for special packages of Cheerios that feature the offer! Fun Glasses 50c without certificate. Reprint^ 19CEdclil_ REPRINTS 19C EACH! TIMEX WATCHES 10%0FF^TRERS Free “Fun Glasses Redemption Center! Mr Offer expires .12/17/85. 616. 621. 660.661. Bring This Coupon To Your MSISM Photo Center 914, 915P Buy and Mail your Christmas Cards For those with long EARLY! Christmas card lists! 36 Cards, ONLY $4.89! BUY BIG VALU ASSORTMENT^ DON’T FORGET TO GUESS HOW MANY CEMENT BLOCKS IN THE NEW BUILDING^ MUST GUESS BY THE 18th — MACE PHIRMICK HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m . Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St, Nashville PH. 852-084S �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 12 Vermontville takes steps to install cable television in village Network. The S.A.T. (satellite) package which includes the video channd MTV would be an additional $5 per month; Showtime (movies) an extra $9 per month; and the movie channel an additional $8.50 per month. Although Forbes is not sure how many potential cable customers there are in Vermontville, he did note that his company had received nearly 10 calls from Vermontville area residents who had requested cable television. He said some had considered buying satellite dishes but would not if cable were available instead. The council voted to allow the company to install its lines in the village and agreed to send a letter to Charter Cable TV granting by Shelly Sulser By next summer, Ver­ montville residents may benefit from action taken Thursday by the village council that will allow Charter Cable TV to install lines within the village. General Manager of the Charter Cable TV Company John Forbes explained to the village board that he plans to extend existing lines in Nashville to Vermontville, and Vermontville customers will be offered the same channels and rates Nashville currently has. The basic cable rate is $8.50 per month and includes some satellite stations, the Cable News Network, Christian Broadcast Net­ work, ESPN (sports channel) and the Nashville permission to implement the service. Forbes noted that after the company receives the council’s letter, some time will be taken for paperwork. The company will then wait until summer to install the underground lines, and Forbes noted residents along Nashville Highway will also have the opportunity to use the cable. In other action, the council accepted the resignation of council trustee Joyce Peterson and agreed to let Russ Bennett fill the position until the next election. Peterson stated in a letter to the council that ‘‘due to added responsibilities at my job, I must resign from the village council.” Peterson’s seat on the council is a four year term and she has filled half of it. Bennett, a council candidate, was appointed by the council to fill the seat until the up­ coming election. At that time voters will decide who will fill the seat the remaining two years of Peterson’s term. Bennett is a lifelong resident of the Vermontville area, and is the owner of Russ Bennett Carpentry and Masonry. He and his wife, Marjorie moved into the village last July at 138 Third St. Bennett noted Friday he is interested in serving on the council because “I think everybody should sit on the council at least one time in their life. It gives you a better idea of how municipalities are run and how the money is spent.” He added one hope of his for the village is to see ‘‘some kind of industry in town.” Bennett has two step­ children, Deanna Hampton, 17, and Donald Hampton, 22. Bobbie’s v Look good for the super holiday. Be nailed, styled & tan for the holiday. Nails by Diana or Bobbie. £ NAILS SPECIAL — PERMS — *5°° Off — 2 Weeks Only — O O VV MAnSdTEVRISCAARD S SO OAA Q QO O SUNTAN BED Same Good Prices! 10 VISITS »35°° 250 MIN. $45°° Bobbie's UNIQUE NAIL SERVICE Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 'honor roll 7th Grade AU A’s - Angel Beardslee, Jody DeGroot, Debra Joostberns, Dawn Othmer, Ryan Rosin, Levi Schantz, Niel Williams, Tina Yost. Tina Abbott, Robin Aiken, Tammy Ashley, Pauline Bollinger, Tony Bouwens, Billy Brauer, Derek Brown, Emily Butler, Scott Castede, Kevin Cheeseman, Dana Cole, Garth Davison, Tim Edinger, Ronda 2996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE I^P Ph. 7 RfBI Par_ty Mart New! I V I I Bep Pringles ?AVE c 6-pk if- cans (Great for Mixing) DDEEePPp.. B 30 PRINGLEsIPRINGLEs KJEHP omio ONn >ouao Made tan (tad potatoes Reg., Rippled, Cheese, Sour Cream & Onion 6 to 8-ounce BAMBY Assorted tadpdJDB ^8 ■■ Snack Cakes 3/5115 Cold Beer & wine Budweiser, 1985 HOLIDAY Clydesdalee stein UrWXTWVSIUMMI iMioinw ...FROM BUDWEISER Russ Bennett, owner of Russ Bennett Carpentry and Masonry was sworn in Thursday to serve as Vermont­ ville council trustee, filling a spot Joyce Peterson vacated. $W099 $099 W GIFT IDEA — Packaged Liquor in Decorative Boxes Candy Canes and Stockings Faulkner, Sheryl Finkler, Mike Gusey, Brent Haag, Janel Hansen, Matt Heinze, Jason Hoefler, Tracy Kill, Jeff Laverty, Helena Leh­ man, Lisa Long, Danny Lundquist, Kirk MacKenzie, Shannon McLaughlin, Jeff More, Tonia Murine, Kayli Orman, Lee Ossenheimer, Terry Platte, Amy Rasey, Kristen Reid, Bill Reynolds, Buffy Roberts, Andy Robotham, Weston Rooks, Polly Sayles, Jon Shank, Sarah Simpson, Tara Smith, Jennifer Swartz, Andrea Wood, Nikki Wood. 8th Grade All A’s - Jeff Butler, Cevin Cornish, Scott Knoll, Brandon Roscoe. 0J4ody8 A6ike^ n, Robert Allen, Angie Bahs, Tina Benjamin, Steve Bowens, Kristen Brzycki, Kathy Carl, Lisa Carpenter, Stacie Carroll, Darold Cheeseman, Roger Claypool, Brian Dumont, Dieona Hill, Michelle Hoff­ man, Renee Hoyt, April Kerby, Nicole Kipp, Dawn Lundquist, Tami Mason, Karol McArthur, Crystal Mitchell, David Nickel, Kevin Pixley, Heidi Reese, Greg Reid, Carrie Root, Cindy Royston, Michael Schantz, Mickey Shilton, Suzalyn Smith, Aimee Stall, Ron Stambaugh, Lynette Thompson, Mary Wall, Ryan Warner, Joel Wetzel. 9th Grade All A’s - Aaron Brewer, Jennifer Robotham, Angie Smith, Kevin Stewart, Karris True, Brenda Valdick. Melissa Barnhart, Sean Bitgood, Amy Cooley, Bill Dean, Tracy DeGroot, Lesley Dipert, Mike Everett, Bryant Filter, Jennifer Fisher, Greg Flower, Amy Foster, Mike Frisbie, Barbara Furlong, Chris Gardner, Bill Gatchell, Mark Goodrich, Zandra Gusey, Deanna Hagon, Ryan Hickey, Kris Hulsebos, Patty Jarman, Victor Knicker­ bocker, Kristen Kraai, Kris Mahoney, Darcey McGhan, Rick Merrill, Manuel Moreno, Julie Orman, Nick Priddy, Kevin Rockwell, Kristin Royston, Cindy Rugg, Matt Schaub, Faith Schilz, Brian Schriver, Kathy Sinko, Bryan Smith, Cara Spoolstra, Aaron Walker, Stephanie Whit- more, Greg Wood, Tom Skeeter Ebersole, Glenn Ewing, Debbie Fletcher, Tai Wood. Gearhart, Dan Hale, Car­ 10th Grade All A’s - Kim Bahs, Kelly men Hamilton, Mike Hay, Hoefler, Heather Hummel, Kim Hokanson, Wendy Annette Powers, Scot Huemme, Denise Jarman, Diane Kane, JoWana Scramlin. Cindy Admire, Tonya Kienutske, Mike Long, Kris Bartlett, Nicole Bayha, Paul McKenzie, Dawn Morawski, Bell, Matt Brown, Kris Burd, Tina Pasch, Scott Phenix, Dorothy Butrick, Angel Dan Pingle, Drew Pixley, Carpenter, Michelle Carter, Kelly Reid, Sherman Reid, Mari Conklin, Rob Code, Katrina Schriver, Kim Lloyd Cooper, Brock Smith, George Steinbrecher, DeGroot, Heather Deli, Dennis Thompson, Melinda Trudy Dingman, Delana Whitaker, Mike Wyble, Chris Dunn, Sandy Ells, Kevin Y0UngS' 12th Grade Engel, Matt Ewing, Jeff All A’s - Melissa Brenton, Fisher, Sheri Forell, Jamie Polly Cook, Tammy Frith,. Grinage, Pat Hagon, Rick Ann Hummel, Linda Hamilton, Tim Hill, Randy Schippel. Hoyt, Cherry Jarman, Candy Admire, Jamie Connie Krebs, Jody Landes, Appelman, KeUy Bachelder, Stephanie Langer, Dan Bob Carl, Heather Christie, Leverty, Autumn Matson, Matt Coleman, Stacy Monique Meehan, Diona Conroy, Debbie Corkins, Morawski, Tim Morris, Dan Cassie Davidson, Anne Murphy, Mark Myers, Duffey, Jackie Erwin, Amanda Ramey, Ramey, Ann Debbie Exelby, Michelle Rogers, Brenda Roush, Mike Evans, Jordan Ferrier, Royal, Michele Schantz, Lori Angie Filter, Debbie Flet­ Smith, Jodi Spidel, Brian cher, Laura Frisbie, Tim Stall, Rhonda Steinbrecher, Gorman, Tim Higdon, Ron Melissa Strong, Paula Hoyt, Jeanette James, Kim Thomson, Wendy Thomson, Jarman, Connie Kane, Carol Mickey Tilley, Chris Todd, Lamie, Amy Laverty, Susan Jim Venton, Amy Walker, Lightner, Mark Martin, Beth Mary Walliczek, Scott McArthur, Bob McMillen, Wolcott Alexa Menneken, Phillip 11th Grade Morse, Kerry Nickel, Tom All A’s - Kristina Brewer, O’Brien Jill Peake, Richard Beth Starring. Perrier, Bobbie Jo Peter­ Tim Allwardt, Paul Bahs, man, Brett Ramey, Renee David Benit Jolene Briggs, Sears, Nathan Shogren, Robin Brown, Keith Bushee, Mike Siple, Jeff Sleeper, Darla Butrick, Shelley Bart Smith, Marty Smith, Cardenas, Jessica Coleman, Mike Smith, Debbie Staskus, Mitch Collier, Cindy Carmen Tobias, Scott Dankenbring, Michelle Venton, Kevin Wetzel, Laura Dickinson, Kurt Duke, Williams. SECRETARIAL TRAINING AT DAVENPORT COLLEGE TUITION FREE! ATTENTION WOMEN OVER FORTY. If you are un­ employed, serious about an office career and want to learn or brush up typing skills, word processing, and office procedures, call TODAY for more information about the JTPA Dislocated Workers Program. 484-2600 Davenport College Davenport Lansing Branch 220 East Kalamazoo Lansing, Ml 48933 Davenport College admits students of any race, color, sex, religion, nationality or ethnic origin �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 13 Eaton County residents invited to attend clinic on youth involvement Eaton County youth and adult leaders are invited to attend the Youth Ex­ periencing Action (YEA) workshop Jan. 10-12 at Kettunen Center, the state’s 4-H leadership training facility in Tustin. “The workshop is designed to teach the steps involved in planning, doing and evaluating effective com­ munity projects for youth involvement,” says Beverly Barrett, Eaton County 4-H Program Assistant."Young people 14 and older, 4-H volunteer leaders and others with interest in leading and facilitating youth in­ volvement in community service activities and community development are encouraged to attend.” There will be two workshop sections: --In workshop A, ex­ periences and “hands-on” learning will help par­ ticipants gain skills and learn basic methods for organizing successful community service projects. Skills include selecting the right project, fund raising and project planning. -Workshop B is designed to provide more advanced information and skills for participants with previous YEA training or extensive community service experience. Reservations are due in your county Cooperative Extension Service office by BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS j*s !• ft?" Mt J* k> Jk •t*u *?! J * gst ti ^Mtanhn r feiaaa Dec. 12 - 4-H Tel-Award Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 17 - Pesticide Certification Meeting, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lake Odessa Community Building. Dec. 17 - DHIA Annual Banquet, 12 noon, Woodgrove Church, Coats Grove Road, Hastings. Dec. 17 - 4-H Master Leader Program, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 18 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 19 - 4-H Ambassadors Club meet at 6 p.m. at the Community Building to go Christmas caroling, followed by a Christmas party at Kim Javor’s home. Dec. 19 - Pesticide Certification meeting. Carriage Stop Restaurant, Martin, 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Call for reservation information at 616-673-8471 ext. 383. Dec. 24 - Extension Office closes at noon. Dec. 25 - Merry Christmas! *Mh>th fc :<ua fse I k Ibb W IJ-y Dec. 23. This workshop is spon­ sored by the Michigan 4-H Foundation through a grant provided by First of American Bank Corporation and E.J. Clabuesch Memorial Fund. For more information about this workshop or other 4-H activities, contact Barrett at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office or call 543-2310 or 372-5594. 4-H Awards session set Eaton County 4-H mem­ bers who are at least 14 years of age and have not passed their nineteenth birthday by Jan. 1, 19866 are invited to complete a Michigan 4-H Tel-Award form. This form is the tool used to select district and state award winners in the various 4-H project areas. A session to help interested 4-H’ers complete the form will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service Office, 126 N. Bostwick St., Charlotte, MI 48813. Completed forms are due by Jan. 7, 1986. Scouts enjoy caroling Songs and smiles were exchanged between patients at the Barry County Medical Care Facility and 70 Girl Scouts on Monday, Dec. 2. The Nashville Scouts from the Daisy level through senior Girl Scouts wentt caroling through the halls and entered the rooms of the patients. The patients were Showing off their trophies are first place finishers Tobi Mazzoni, Robbie Graham, Angelo Walliczek, John Hill and Tabatha Gibson from Maplewood School. Not pictured are Darin Cheeseman and Timmy Finch from Fuller Street School. Local bowlers capture trophies The Second Annual High scores on each lane Bowling For Fun Tour­ were awarded a trophy and nament was held for Special all bowlers received a Olympians in Eaton County pennant and a candy bar. with about 109-children The students from Fuller participating in the event, Street were presented with a held at Char-Lanes in trophy for good sport­ Charlotte, Nov. 22. smanship. Selected students from the Each classroom also resource rooms at received pizza, donated by Maplewood and Fuller Street Domino’s and Tombstone. represented Maple Valley. Pat Rayes, Maria LaFaue and Thom Clark, Eaton County co-ordinators for Special Olympics would like to thank the 30 volunteers who helped out, the Coca Cola Company, Dave Jackson, co-owner of Char­ Lanes, Shafer Bread Company and all those who donated food for the children’s lunch. given handmade Christmas cards from the scouts. Following the singing the girls were served punch from the staff. Next Tuesday, Dec. 17, the scouts will enjoy a Christmas Party to be held at Fuller School from 2:50 until 3:45. COMPUTER SALES: A perfect Christmas gift, new and used equipment and peripherials. Winter classes now forming for Tuesday and Thursday evenings 517­ 852-1784 Nashville. (12-17) ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAWS: Husqvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, (517) 726-0133. (TFN) SALE: New Crazy quilts for sale, nice for Christmas gifts. Phone 852-9057. (12-24). ' ifli 'S iU« inifch in *1v18 9W~1 fUlB_JL® F" *m, ‘jftolii JfszfikMz **_ Mi-2il it t*"- -jgjixa ju it i* •**fc E®>[3 KjjSl* jgftS* rH^’’ mmm W* k** I»mZ Bk*^^ M* **1*! *1*! ** l Bells declare Christmas is near, watch the skies for Santa’s reindeer! is given ... so God imparts to human hearts the blessings of His heaven.” Let us rejoice in the gift of God to mankind . . . His Beloved Son nam NAME nam ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE J.R. PARTY STORE iZ y Santa’s helpers are bu Making presents for all his friends so dear. 2996 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville Phone 726-0486 AGE PHONE CURTIS CRAFT CENTER 205 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9338 AGE year PHONE EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN 109 South Main, Nashville Phone 852-1830 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 14 Village of Nashville MINUTES off REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 14, 1985 The regular meeting of the Village of Nashville held November 14, 1985 at the community center in Nashville, was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President John Hughes. Present, G. Frith, G. Kent, R. Furlong, g, D.. Chaffee,, C.. Tobias,, R.. Harvey. y. The minutes of the last regular meeting and the special meeting were read and approved. Motion by Frith, supported by Chaffee, that the following bills be allowed and orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell................... 41.07 Consumers Power (OHice)87.57 Consumers Power (Street Lights 1,247.55 Arrow Overall Supply... 13.50 Snow & Son Locksmiths . 12.00 Mace Pharmacy 3.78 Hastings Office Supply .48.58 CBI Copy Products, Inc. 193.69 Maple Valley News ...... 117.80 Jackson National 483.36 Blue Cross/Blue Shield 626.34 Nashville Hardware........ 7.92 Michigan Bell..... Mace Pharmacy Jackson National Blue Cross/Blue Shield Nashville Hardwar Snow & Son Locksmith Kent Oil Co................. U.S. Postmaster.......... Powers Shell................ GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Michigan Bell................... 25.72 Consumers Power ........ 37.22 Arrow Overall Supply... 10.30 Purity Cylinder...................8.06 Municipal Supply... 49.50 Kent Oil Co............. .481.13 Maple Valley Lawn & Garden.......... .39.40 Nashville Auto S Farm.244.67 Hometown Lumber Yard.. 1.65 Nashville Hardware ...... 22.70 EQUIPMENT SAVINGS Maple Valley Implemen 1,010.93 LIBRARY Sherriff-Goslin Co .. .3,970.00 ..37.80 ...11.14 .263.60 .313.17 5.62 .. 15.00 472.93 .. 7.00 ...22.43 WATER and SEWER Michigan Bell (Water) ... 13.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer) .. 113.19 Consumers Power (Water) ............. 420.97 Consumers Power (Sewer) ............ 10.72 Arrow Overall Supply... 10.00 Clary, Nantz, Wood & Hoffius...................... 1,247.45 Nashville Hardware ...... 37.90 Pioneer Manufacturing. 168.00 Hach................................. 118.12 Carlon Meter Co........... 177.00 Municipal Supply.......... 193.69 American Water Works .49.00 Pleasant Telephone Ans. Ser............. 26.00 Envelope Sales C .30.25 Water Products... 80.92 U.S. Postmaster... 58.24 Pioneer Manufacturing .89.00 STREET DEPARTMENT Pioneer Mfg. Co............ 74.00 H.S.V. Redi-Mix, Inc........ 294.89 Rieth-Riley Const. Co......49.53 Leon Frith, Supt. of the Department of Public Works, gave the D.P.W. report for the month of Oc­ tober, 1985. Sgt. Gene Koetje gave the Police report for the month of October, 1985, Motion by Tobias, supported by Frith to pay the Transfer Board $500.00. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Tobias, supported by Harvey to let seal­ ed bids on a 1986 Police Car. Sealed bids to be sub­ mitted to Village Hall by 5:00 p.m. on December 10, 1985, The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Yes, Furlong, Frith, Kent, Harvey, Tobias and Hughes. No, Chaffee. Mo­ tion carried. Motion by Harvey, supported by Furlong to let sealed bids for a VIs-a-Bar for the Police Car. Sealed bids to be submitted to Village Hall by 5:00 p.m. on December 10, 1985. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Yes, Furlong, Frith, Kent, Harvey, Tobias, Hughes, Chaffee. Motion carried. New Construction*Service*Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Motion by Furlong, supported by Harvey to drop the one half mill for Cemetery and keep one half mill increase for Park. No Frith, Tobias, Chaffee and Kent. Yes Hughes, Furlong and Harvey. Motion defeated. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Frith to purchase option C of National Flood Insurance for 3 years at a cost of $647.00. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Furlong, supported by Chaffee to enter into an agreement with William Eastman to pay him $1,000, final adjustment on this retirement benefits. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Kent, supported by Harvey to drop one half mill on Cemetery and one half mill on Parks. No, Chaffee, Frith, Tobias. Yes, Furlong, Kent, Harvey and Hughes. Motion carried. Motion by Harvey, supported by Chaffee to accept the resignation from Councilman George Frith as of November 14, 1985 with regrets. All ayes. Motion carried. President Hughes and Council extended a very sincere thanks to George Frith for his 12 years of faithful service to the Village of Nashville. Motion by Furlong, supported by Chaffee to ad­ journ. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. December 4, 1985 John Hughes, President Susan M. Corkwell, Village Clerk ---- 0--- Castleton Township Minutes The regular meeting of the township board was held Wednesday, Dec. 4, 1985 at 8:00 P.M. Present: G. Godbey, N. Rasey, L. Pixley, J. Cooley & S. Bishop. Also present: D. Garvey and L. Wilson. Minutes of the November 6 8 12 meetings were aproved as read. Treasurer's report: General Fund $53,793.87; Fire Voted $43,981.71; Ambulance Voted $17,803.86; Township Improvement $41,441.94; Federal Revenue $17,738.74. BILLS: Maple Valley News...... $21.88 C.F.C. Data............ ..91.57 Eaton Fed. Int......... 151.66 J.W. Cooley......... 624.50 S. Bishop................ .220.05 L. Pixley ............... 374.50 Consumers Power ..52.92 Michigan Bell....... ...26.48 Village Water....... ...15.68 S. Bishop................ ...13.50 Rockford Map....... ...75.00 .330.00 Postmaster........... P. Godbey.............. ...24.58 Marshall & Swift... ..35.00 State of MISS.................. 218.55 Motion to pay bills made, supported and passed. Rasey & Bishop will consider cemetery rules and make recommendations at Jan. meeting. Bill from Barry County Road Commission dis­ cussed and tabled until January meeting. Lorna Wilson gave annual report of Putnam Library condition, financial and operational. Motion to approve shoulder work and culvert installation on Lakeside Dr. supported and passed. Motion to. amend budget to increase cemetery budget $800.00 and decrease general fund by like amount supported and passed. MTA County Chapter meeting at Moose in Hastings the 18th at 7:00 P.M. No further business, meeting adjourned 10:00 P.M. J.W. COOLEY, Supervisor S. BISHOP, Clerk Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-6996 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville -all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens'*^ M Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS Do it y yourself • 1 'A" pp pipe 5’ length, g, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5" Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pum|p s Estimates Available 726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville Farm prices up last month The Index of Prices Received by Michigan farmers for all farm products was 114 percent of its 1977 base for the month ending Nov. 15. This represents a 3 percent in­ crease in farm prices from last month according to the Federal-State Michigan Agricultural Reporting Service. November’s increase in the Farm Price Index is the second month in a row that an increase was noted. Livestock and livestock products showed a 2 percent increase while all crops showed a 3 percent increase from the previous month. Prices for all farm products during November were 10 percent below year ago levels. The Index of Prices Paid by Farmers nationwide, for commodities and services, interest, taxes and farm wage rates for November was 163 percent of its 1977 average. The index was less than 1 percent higher than October but nearly 1 percent lower than a year ago. Price increases were noted for most Michigan grown crops during the last month. However, prices for most commodities remain well below last year’s level. Improved prices were noted for corn, wheat and soybeans but were offset but lower prices for oats, dry beans and potatoes. All Michigan livestock commodities showed price increases except calves and hogs. Steers and heifers and eggs showed the largest price improvement from last month. Nationally, the November all Farm Products Index of Prices Received by Farmers increased 2 percent from October to 126 percent of its 1977 average. Higher prices for cattle, broilers, corn, strawberries and oranges were partially offset by lower prices for lemons, hogs, and grapefruit. The index was 7 percent below a year ago. A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative STATE REPORTS $80.6 MILLION BUDGET SURPLUS The state’s Department of Management and Budget estimates that the state closed the 1984-85 fiscal year on Sept. 30, 1985, with an $80.6 million budget surplus. The Department’s estimate is $20 million higher than predicted. SUPREME COURT RULES AGAINST?ARTY HOSTS The Michigan Supreme Court has decided that hosts of private parties that serve minors can be sued in the event of liquor-related serious injuries or deaths of minors. The court claims that the state’s liquor control laws dealing with serving minors to social hosts just as they apply to licensed beverage servers. MICHIGAN BUSINESSES RECEIVE $152 MILLION TAX BREAK - Michigan businesses will get a $152 million tax break this year because the state is paying off its unem­ ployment compensation debt to the federal government sooner than expected. The debt stood at $2.6 billion in 1983, and most Michigan businesses have been paying a $58 per employee penalty tax to the federal government since that time. A legislative plan adopted in 1982 to help pay off the debt is partly responsible for the lifting of the penalty tax. NEW PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION 'DIRECTORY AVAILABLE - The Michigan Department of Transportation has published the 1985-86 “Public Transportation Direc­ tory,” a 22-page booklet featuring color photographs of many Michigan attractions, as well as listings of com­ mercial air service airports and routes, inter-city bus routes, passenger rail lines and local and city public transit services. The “Public Transportation Directory” will be distributed free of charge at the Transportation Depart­ ment’s 11 Welcome Centers and nine district offices, bus, air and rail terminals, local transit stations and state govern­ ment buildings. HANDICAPPER USE OF OFF-THE-ROAD VEHICLES APPROVED - Public Act 166 of 1985 (HB 4962), taking immediate effect, allows city, village and township governments to formulate local ordinances permitting the use of off-the-road vehicles on community streets by han­ dicapped people. Existing state laws prevented municipalities from enacting such local ordinances. WELFARE REFORM LEGISLATION SIGNED INTO LAW1 Welfare reform legislation that could save the Michigan Department of Social Services (DSS) as much as $6 million a year has been signed into law by the governor. The legislation (H.B. 4118, which I co-sponsored) will require the DSS to institute a system to match computer records of welfare recipients with computer records made available to the DSS by the state’s financial institutions to help determine eligibility and to detect welfare fraud. Once this new system is in place, the DSS will be able to verify financial records of welfare recipients to ensure that no overpayments or cases of fraud are occuring. In the past, the DSS director was authorized to request such records, but under the new law, the director can demand financial records from banks, savings and loans, credit unions and other financial institutions. This new law will save the state between $2 million and $6 million. It will also make sure that those who really need welfare will get it, and those who abuse the system will be discovered. IN THE WEEKS AHEAD - The Michigan Legislature will be tackling a number of important bills this week and next as they wrap up legislative work for 1985. Reforms of the state’s Dram Shop laws (liquor liability), medical malpractice, and essential insurance, as well as a proposed tax rollback are among the issues remaining on the legislative calendar. ACTION-ADS 1977 PONTIAC ASTRE: runs $700. 517-852-9705 Nashville after 6 p.m. (12-17). SNOWPLOWING RESIDENTIAL AND SOME COMMERICAL: 852-9481. LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) PAINTING CLASSES. Lots of things and lots of fun. Call 852-9112. (12-10) DO YOU NEED YOUR DRIVEWAY PLOWED FOR THE WINTER: reasonable phone 852-9368. GOVERNMENT HOMES FROM $1: (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. NOTICE Deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, Village Assessor and three - ttwo year terms on the Nashville Village Council will be Tuesday, December 17, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nomiinating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's ic SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 10, 1985 — Page 15 o o sW 5sW> s ?S***wZ5?*>*h F^ aS S^5 **®®Ww W’®«MSn’fcfi *^®Siai»lii E«H>IB ■ ilflw'.MEKrS Hhrtti|taiaiq|| This Santa express might be coming to your address! Dishes filled with nuts and candy make the season sweet and dandy. Mr. Snowman in a happy pose, you with your funny, carrot nose! NAME NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE PHONE AGE IRENE’S BEAUTY SHOP SWEET & HOW GOOD SHOP 204 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9107 650 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0652 PHONE AGE MAPLE VALLEY CONCRETE 725 S. Durkee Phone 852-1900 »*l!i»iiBlE»! IVflBHKtMHtl BfBUlfcaS'K! iwwattento Rnarsiwsse®^ M»■■‘“I S5S-SS; -; sfe A home that’s sweet... Is a special Christmas treat May the Christmas Angel make your Christmas bright! NAME NAME ADDRESS ADDRESS AGE PHONE COUNTRY KETTLE CAFE 113 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-1551 AGE PHONE MACE PHARMACY 207 N. Main Street, Nashville �Big first half carries T-K past Maple Valley, 65-41 Maple Valley's Mike Siple (30) is harassed by a Middleville player last Friday night. Lions upset Lakewood grapplers The Maple Valley wrestling team opened its season Tuesday with an upset victory over Class B Lakewood 45-30. Lakewood had many returning let­ termen while Maple Valley had only two seniors that started. Maple Valley fell behind 24-9, when Stewart, Finkler, Imes and Goodrich were pinned. Brumm and Meade were responsible for the six points. Carpenter got the ball rolling at 138 with a pin followed by six points by Sleeper, Reid, Flower, Pixley and Villanueva. On Thursday, the Grapplers easily defeated league rival Olivet 65-9. Brumm, Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... Rental Cleaning & Maintenance TOM FRITH, Owner Formerly "Maple Valley Carpet Care" NASHVILLE 517-85Z-9650 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Stewart, Finkler, Imes, Goodrich, Carpenter, Reid, Ewing, Pixley, and Villanueva all scored big wins for the Lions. Saturday, in the last of a grueling first week of wrestling, the wrestlers finished third at the Pennfield tournament less than two points behind second place Union City but ahead of Class B Gull Lake which had dominated the tournamented the tournament since they were invited to participate. Villanueva finished third, Brumm fourth, Meade fourth, Finkler fourth, Imes won one match, Goodrich won one match, Pixley third, Car­ penter second, Sleeper won one match, Reid second, Flower second, and Ewing third. Mike Smith (12) looks for an open man in the Lions 65-41 loss to Middleville. Even though there are 32 minutes to a high school basketball game there was one last Friday which was decided in the first 8 minutes. Middleville scored the first 11 points of the game and went on to easily defeat Maple Valley 65-41 in the season-opener for both teams. Taking advantage of the Lions’ ice-colding shooting and lack of defense, Mid­ dleville jumped to an 11-0 lead after the first 6 minutes and 18-6 after the first period. Maple Valley was held without a field goal until the 30 second mark of the first quarter. The Lions, who hit only 5of-20 shots (25 percent) in the first half, could never recover even though they did close to within 12 points again, 22-10, with 4:25 left in the half. The Trojans strung together a 9-4 streak at that point to lead 31-14 at the half and the bailgame was over. Middleville coach Skip Pranger said his team almost played two different ballgames against the Lions. “I was pleased with our start, but then we let down, hit a dead spot,” said Pranger. “But we did a lot of different things out there and we executed things we had worked on the last four weeks. “It’s always nice to get that first win.” On the other side of the fence, Maple Valley coach Jerry Reese was disapointed with his team’s efforts. “We were outhustled, out positioned, and simply outplayed,” said Reese, who noted neither team featured a player which had ever started a varsity game. “It won’t happen again. “Our players don’t know their roles yet and they’ll just have to come out and play hard. They’re just not used to the varsity level.” Neither team put on a shooting clinic. The Trojans hit only 34 percent (22-of-64) from the field and a mere 46 percent (22-of-48) from the line. Maple Valley hit 25 percent (13-of-53) of its field goals and 47 percent (9-of-19) of its free throws. “We just didn’t have confidence in our shooting,” said Reese. Middleville also held a big advantage in rebounding, 40­ 26. Individually, 6-5 junior forward Doug Fox led Middleville with 17 points and 14 rebounds. Randy Stickney added 17 points and Mike Myers 8 points and 6 rebounds off the bench. Maple Valley was led by 5­ 11 junior Tai Gearhart’s 10 points. Mike Siple added 8 points and 11 rebounds and George Steinbrecher had 10 rebounds. EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & the MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMER WINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan - NASHVILLE - JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... (Evenings) 726-0223 GEORGE WILLIAMS sales associate ... 852-9833 Calendar of Events $ 700 OF THORNAPPLE is part of this 7 acres with 2 story home built in 1984 which has 1 bed­ room and bath, plus a 24x14 kitchen and living area, plus a floored loft. Garage and small barn also included. $29,900. (CH-139) RIVER FRONTAGE "original charm" - 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms, 1'/, baths, some hardwood floors, fenced back­ yard, screened front porch, first floor laundry. This is a nice, "well built" home and close to business district. (Char-133) LOW DOWN PAYMENT I “COUNTRY HOME’’ acres, near Nashville, 7 room brick, 1'/, baths, energy efficient furnace, nice kitchen & dining area with beamed ceiling. Contract terms. Trade considered for down pay­ ment. (N-101) VACANT LAND LIKE □ Tuesday, Dec. 3 thru Thursday, Dec. 17 ... Holiday Counting and Guessing Contest. SOUTH OF HASTINGS - GURD RD. - 23 acres. Will divide. 2'/, MECHANICS OR WOOD­ WORKING? Then you will love this 32x36 pole building (has 220 electric, cement floor, water hookup, 2 drains, and chimney for woodburner). Plus a cute 2 bedroom one-story home, all on a large lot in Vermontville. Close to stores. Listed at $27,500. Contract terms! I (V-141) acre parcels and 11 acre par­ cel. Offering land contract terms with 20% down. (VL-144) 12+ ACRES - 10 room house, small barn, corn crib, and 2 car garage. Located south of Nashville. Land contract terms to qualified buyers. $27,500,__ _______ (CH-142) 78 ACRES “HUNTER’S PARA­ DISE’’ and recreational land with creek, hills and woods lots of wildlife! 18 miles to Battle Creek. Price $30,000. Contract terms. (F-118) □ Saturday, Dec. 7 ... Santa Photo Session, Eaton Federal Savings & Loan, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. □ Tuesday, Dec. 10... Start Coloring Contest. Ends Tuesday, December 17. □ Saturday, Dec. 14... Christmas Story Hour at Putnam Library, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children under 4 years of age must be with parent. □ Saturday, Dec. 21 ... Santa visits downtown stores, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Sponsored by the Nashville Chamber of Commerce $ �Th* Maple Volley News. Nashville. Tuesday. December 10. 1985 — Page 17 f iktwwM flood ftp Maple Valley band makes 1st appearance in parade JEWELER Maple Valley High School's Marching Lions made their first appearance in a Hastings parade when they marched in the Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Christmas Parade Saturday. The 85 peice band played the "Chrismas March", a meledy of popular Christmas songs, led by baton twirler Sheri Fcrell and drum ma­ jor Richard Rozell. The band, directed by Dennis Vanderhoef, will be featured in a Christmas concert Sunday, Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. in the high school gym­ nasium, which will involve the entire musical depart­ ment of Maple Valley High School including the choirs. Plastic surgery clinic opens in hospital Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital has announced the initiation of a new Plastic Surgery Clinic located within the medical building adjacent to the Hospital. The Clinic will initially operate every-other Monday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The Plastic Surgery Clinic will be staffed by Edward D. Lanigan, MD. Dr. Lanigan is board certified in both the American Board of Surgery and the department of surgery, Michigan State University School of Medicine. Dr. Lanigan completed his undergraduate degree at the University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois. He com­ pleted a plastic surgery residency at Northwestern University School of Medicine and completed a fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at the University of Pittsburg, Maple Valley Schools Food, toy donations still being sought for holiday baskets ^ Wattjilirt jilirtiM^ "*4«W 1('|«^ 1 k *■ In ttritati vta^ siite iii’ temttoiif i die si iH ia&iwi Mtt.ti.w s>atetl iml H i» < laidfe MtiMir id i iM k fi d siaf,’ I’isifaji kipll^1 jknM bl ntiS: Wjj! * * ffl||B F “* □ F "rtS! f& &i*wb w or December 21 is the day the Community Christmas Baskets will be organized, but many more doantions of food and toys are needed, said drive Chairperson Pat Wagner. Also, “We’re still in need of money,” she said. The money is used to help fund the making of the baskets. Last year, it cost $1,000 to make the baskets. Currently, only $550 has been collected, and much more is needed. Toys are still needed, as the community basket project must supply 107 children with toys for Christmas. Anyone wishing to donate toys, money or food can contact Wagner at 852-9719. Sing-a-long planned at schools Dec. 17 There will be a Christmas sing-a-long at Kellogg School in Nashville from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with children in grades five and six, and at Fuller School from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. for kids in kin- dergarten through fourth grades. Parents are encourage to attend the Christmas programs at the schools, directed by Carol Horn and Judy DeGroot. it t on ill nd it Personal Touch Beauty Salon J® 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN SOMETHING NEW FOR THE HOLIDAY — Ask about Minking and Hair Sewing ^matrix ■ haw so gentle you con color and perm wave the same day. COLORING ... SIGN UP NOW FOR A CUSTOMER XMAS DRAWING I HOURS Closed Mon, Tues 2-7, Wed 9-5, Thurs & Fri 9-5, Sat 9-2 CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 852-0767 -------------------------— —------------- Live Music ... at... CARPENTER’S DEN 177 South Main Street Vermontville, Michigan FUGITIVES Friday, December 13 & ^Saturday, December 14 < For more information, call... 726-1043 LUNCH MENU Fuller St. School Monday, Dec. 16 Chicken and noodles, or chef salad, mashed potatoes, fruit mix, butter sandwich. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Pizza, corn, applesauce. Wednesday, Dec. 18 Sloppy Joes, peas, pears. Thursday, Dec. 19 Chicken nuggets, honey dip, mashed potatoes, fruit jello, butter sandwich. Friday, Dec. 20 Hotdogs or corndogs, green beans, fruit choice. Have a Merry Christmas and a safe Happy New Year. See you next year on Jan. 6, 1986. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High Monday, Dec. 16 Bar B.Q.’s, peas, ap­ plesauce. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Taco’s, lettuce and cheese, corn, pears. Wednesday, Dec. 18 Chicken patty, cole slaw, peaches, cookie. Thursday, Dec. 19 Hamburgers or cheeseburgers, french fries, green beans, apple. Friday, Dec. 20 Pizza, corn, applesauce. Note: Milk is served with all lunches, choice of 2 veg.’s and 2 fruits will be offered daily. Merry Christmas. Maplewood School Monday, Dec. 16 Bar-B-Q, corn, juice bars, cookies. Tuesday, Dec. 17 Taco’s, cheese-lettuce, peas, peaches, peanut butter sandwich. Wednesday, Dec. 18 Hot Dogs, baked beans, pineapple, pudding, fries. Thursday, Dec. 19 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, bread-butter, fruit cake. Friday, Dec. 20 Pizza, baked beans, carrot-celery sticks, fruit. Christmas Recess, Dec. 23Jan. 5. — STUDIO Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. Appointments for the Plastic Surgery Clinic can be made by calling Hayes Green Beach Hospital at 543­ 1050, Extension 404 or 402. The addition of the Plastic Surgery Clinic brings the total of specialty clinics operated at Hayes Green Beach to eight, to include: dermatology, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, gastroenterology, orthopedics, urology and nephrology. The primary goal of specialty clinics is to provide those physician subspecialty services not currently available locally. These clinics have served over 4,000 patients in the last nine months and alleviate the need for patient travel to Battle Creek or Lansing. 250 South Main Vermontville, Michigan Phone 726-1340 HOURS: 12 Noon to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday — Other Times by Appointment — Full Service Photographic Studio Senior portrait pkgs. Regular portraiture Families & special occasions Wedding pkgs. Copy & restoration HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIVERING-PLANNING-ESTIM1TING-SAVING Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block Eost on the frocks CEILING TILE 12x12 26 Caravel le 3 2 Chichi ..36 White.. „Skil „iWISt PANELING REG. 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Part of new playground 09 The heavy-duty poly cord net that was part of the new playground equipment recently purchased and installed at Fuller school by the Nashville PTO, was stolen during the Thanksgiving holiday. “We know it was there Wednesday (before Thanksgiving) and found it missing Thursday af­ ternoon,” said PTO Vice­ President Laurie Kipp. “We have no idea how it was taken.” Kipp noted the blue cord would cost $255 to replace and that the PTO probably would try and find an alternative to fill the space previously occupied by the net. But, “we would like to Santa's letters, cont. Dear Santa Claus, I would like Coloring Book Crayons and a flip over puppy and a pound puppy, Gio friend. Hi Mrs. Claus. From Rachael RAFFLE TICKETS FOR SALE Win a Handmade ... donation OF.............. £oo FROM DEC. 5 to DEC. 21 have the net back,” she said. Anyone having any in­ formation concerning the missing net can contact Fuller Elementary School at 852-9468. DOLL CRADLE Proceeds will go to the Nashville, Castleton, & Maple Dear Santa Claus, My mommy is writing this for me because I am only three years old. I would like a See ‘n’ Say, color book, clothes and a pair of boots for Christmas. Hi. Mrs. Claus. Jennifer Dear Santa For Christmas I want a transformer gun, a walkietalkie, tape recorder, and a go-bot. I am 4 years old. I have been a good boy this year. Thank you Santa, Merry Christmas, Jon Dear Santa, I want a Barbie & I want sprinkles. I’ve been a good girl. Merry Christmas Santa Claus. Love, Katie Grove Ambulance Service. TICKETS SOLD ONLY AT MIRRORS IMAGE A THE CR AR NOOK. THE Craft Nook Located inside Mirror's Image, 111 Main St., Nashville HOURS 10 am to 5 pm Tues, thru Fr i.; 10 am to 3 pm Sat. "The Mirrors image" ,£lie Wfuohz iMiaae.. Dear Santa, I want exercize Barbie & Peaches-N-Cream Barbie & a nice baby Santa. I help mommy take care of baby Jennie. I’ve been good. Merry Christmas, Santa. 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The Nashville Friends of person Sandy Schaub. “It’s responsible for holding the Library held a Com­ just a good time to community coffees, and noted all are welcome when munity Cookie Exchange at fellowship.” Dema Wright of Grand­ such events are held. the community center in Only about nine people Nashville Thursday, where ma’s Greenery in Nashville local residents gathered to demonstrated holiday bow­ attended the Thursday share cookies, coffee and making techniques, showing event, but overall it proved unique ways to decorate gift to be a good chance for the conversation. people to meet and greet “This is the firstyear for a packages at Christmas. The Friends of the Library each other. community cookie exchange,” said FOL Chair- in the past have been Dear Santa Claus, I am a little girl, 5 years old. I am good and clean my room and I try not to fight with my brothers. For Christmas I want a Rain-bow Brite doll, a Getin-Shape-Girls, and a new dress. Also pants and a shirt and some boots. Thank you, Santa Love Lezlie Dear Santa, My name is Leonard. I been good. I want for Christmas: Little race track, Prince Adam, waterproof radio, Battle cat, train set, Man-at arms, transformer, go-bots, play remote control quad (4 wheel) bike, 4x4 twister race track, sled, Skeletor’s cat, Star war’s blaster space ship, casset tape case for 13 tapes, new head phones. Leonard Age 6 Dear Santa Clause: I have been a good boy and would like you to bring me some Christmas gifts, please. I hope you will bring my brother some to. Here is a list of toys I would like to have. 1. General Spidrax and spiderfly; 2. Blue Chubbles; 3. The Fright Zone; 4. Snake Mountain; 5. Battle Bones; 6. Switchblade -pursuit Dear Santa, I have been a good girl this plane. Have a merry Christmas year. I help with my baby brother every time I am and a happy New Year. asked. I would like a Thank you. Love Rainbow Brite, and her Andrew horse. I would also like a cart 6 year old to push her around. I would like a Barbie and a bunch of clothes. I would like some Dear Santa Claus, I want a football and a care tennis shoes. Sincerly, Bear, big foot, bike for Janell, age 6 Christmas. From Daniel Dear Santa, My name is Justin. I’m 3 yrs. old and I’ve been a good boy this year, so far. I would like a big gun for xmas and your sleigh with reindeer. I love you Santa Clause. Love Justin P.S. my sister Amber is 6 mo.’s old and she wanta a car. Thank-you. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties Dear Santa, I would like a poochie stamper, and bake oven­ mixes, earrings and my drother wants a sailboat and I want a slide. From, Chris WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE ... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps)^^ GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY. 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Review Store £ Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-12-17.pdf 4badd36f2f418285225a743a80c7475b PDF Text Text . wwmv utWARY Mattia MHU.URCH kRMCHfM S IM4ENTM 121 s _.__CH 0E19™«c D u.s Po tAs new Hastings Public Libary 121 S» Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Hasti sting0s,5M8tsoigan Lii «058 $6 PERMIT NO. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 23 — Tuesday, December 17, 1985 Debate heats up over custodial management Jim McKibben of the Eaton Intermediate School District gives Maple Valley Transportation Supervisor Gerald Aldrich an award for the effort he displayed as a certified instructor in the bus driver training program. By Shelly Sulser Combining the jobs of transportation and custodial supervision was a heated topic at times during last week’s Maple Valley Board of Education meeting. The board’s negotiating committee reported that it had reached a tentative agreement in negotiating a contract for district transportation supervisor Gerald '' Aldrich, who has worked without one since June of 1985. Dave Hawkins, board president and negotiating committee member, noted they had made a tentative agreement concerning Aldrich’s salary and fringe benefits. Board member Ron Tobias questioned why the com­ mittee had not presented the . board with a contract that included pay and job description for Aldrich as both transportation supervisor and custodial supervisor. The board had previously agreed that there was a need in the district for a custodial supervisor, and the majority of the board agreed that Aldrich should have the job, in addition to serving as transportation supervisor. The board also agreed there was not sufficient work in­ volved in the custodial supervisor postition to hire a person to do that job ex­ clusively, and recommended Aldrich take on the ad­ ditional responsibility. LeRoy Sleeper, also a member of the negotiating committee, noted he does not support giving Aldrich the extra work. “We have found out that Local man charged with manslaughter in hit-and-run by Shelly Sulser A Vermontville man has been charged in the hit and run death ofan Eaton County Sheriff deputy. Richard Wesley Osborne, 35, of 510 N. Pease Rd., has been charged with one count of manslaughter and one count of failing to stop, after his vehicle struck and killed Eaton County Sheriff Deputy Don Rice last Tuesday night. Osborne, who drives a dark metallic blue two-door Mazda, turned himself in to law enforcement authorities Thursday afternoon. The Eaton County Sheriff Department said the in­ cident occurred at ap­ proximately 9 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 as Deputy Rice was assisting three stranded women. Rice was changing the left rear tire of the women’s vehicle along the southbound lane of U.S. 27 near Stewart Road. The three witnesses told police the suspect’s car was traveling at a high rate of speed when it struck the officer and continued south­ bound on 1-69 toward Charlotte. One of the women then used the radio on Rice’s patrol car to notify the sheriff department of the incident. Rice had been helping Elizabeth , Dobson, 50, Jennifer Dobson, 19 and Catherine Pengelly, 90, all of Allen. Upon arrival at the scene, investigating .officers found Rice to be in serious con­ dition. He was rushed to Hayes-Green-Beach Hospital in Charlotte where he was pronounced dead at approximately 9:50 p.m. At approximately 9 p.m. Tuesday night, the Eaton County Sheriff Department reported that they received a call from a male citizen stating that at 8:50 p.m. he observed a possible drunk driver in a small dark twodoor vehicle apparently travelling from the direction of Lansing, southbound on I­ 69 near Potterville. A blockade was set up at 9: 11 p.m. in the immediate area, but was terminated at 10: 45 p.m. when no ap­ preHension was made. Osborne, who has had two prior arrests for operating under the influence of liquor, one in 1976 and one in 1985, turned himself in to the Eaton County Sheriff Department at 1:45 p.m. Thursday. He was arraigned in the 56th district court by Judge Kenneth Hansen, and a preliminary examination is scheduled for Dec. 20. Deputy Rice of 1214 Ottawa Rd., Charlotte, had been a road deputy for the department since 1976. He was a 1969 graduate of Charlotte High School and Continued on page 10— his job calls for 10 hours a day, five days a week on just bus transportation only,” Sleeper said. Superintendent Carroll Wolff agreed. “I think there is a concern over how thin you spread a person,” he said. “If you’re going to have one person do both jobs, you’ll find that when they are needed one place, they’ll be at another.” Hawkins, who supports Aldrich having both jobs, said, “I realize full well that we were given direction by the board to come back with custodial management in­ cluded in this (contract)...and perhaps it’s the three of us (Hawkins, Sleeper and Paula Cole) that’s at fault that it isn’t done. But there has been some disagreement as to how to go about it. We do have the financial part of it pertaining to the tran­ sportation end. “It isn’t a complete agreement, no,”he said, Hawkins also added the need for a custodial supervisor was brought about by the “total mismanagement of the custodians to begin with” and “there has been such incompatability and lack of direction, not on the part of the custodians themselves, but the lack of management and direction is the reason this was even brought up as far as changing who they would be responsible to.” Presently, the custodians at each of the schools are supervised by the building administrators. Hawkins continued that “We do have an immediate problem with the custodians and the management of them. We have a a definite morale problem and I think everyone of us is aware of that,” he said. “And for a school district of this size with eight or nine custodians to have that kind of a problem, tome, that’s a total disaster.” The board took no action concerning the contract. In another matter concerning transportation, Aldrich was honored by the Eaton Intermediate School District for his work with the bus driver training program. Aldrich is a certified in­ structor for the program, which trains new bus drivers and recertifies drivers whose licenses have expired. Jim McKibben of the Eaton Intermediate School District noted at the Maple Valley school board meeting last week that the EISD decided to honor with a plaque, those people who were instrumental in the transportation partnership programs. “And that’s what I’m here about tonight,” McKibben said. The plaque given to Aldrich reads: “The Board of Education of Eaton In­ termediate School District expresses appreciation to Gerald Aldrich, a partner in educational excellence for outstanding contribution to the 1985 Eaton County Transportation Partnership.” Aldrich noted the bus driver training involves a 25 minute testing course over 24 miles of different road conditions in the Charlotte area. In other business, the board: —Accepted a letter of retirement, submitted by Fuller Street and Kellogg Elementary School Prin­ cipal Howard Yost. In his letter, Yost an­ nounced he plans to retire at the expiration of his contract in June of 1986. Yost’s career in education has spanned 24 years, including the 18 years he has spent in the Maple Valley School system —Approved a wage in­ crease for central office secretary Pam Harvey. Harvey had been earning $5.25 per hour, and will now received $5.90 per hour as a result of the board’s decision. —Agreed to contract with Stanfred Consultants for a five year year projection. projection. T The enrollment cost of the study, which will begin after the first of the year, is $300. —Approved contracting with the Michigan School Business Officials for a follow-up study of the energy audit conducted last spring. This will involve priority listing of items to be completed over a period of years. The cost of the study to the district is $250. —Approved a bid from Great Lakes Cleaning Systems of Grands Rapids for a bus washer for the school bus garage. The cost for the washer will be $695. Carroll Wolff reported to the board that Maple Valley will be involved in a teacher training session that will show teachers how to recognize and deal with dyslexic students. The program is coordinated by Kay Howell of the Michigan Dyslexia Institute and is funded through the Kellogg Foundation. The combined Lakewood and Maple Valley program will hold its first teacher training session Jan. 7 at Lakewood and Jan. 9 at Maple Valley. Holiday season brings serenity to Nashville After a day of busy streets and sidewalks filled with bundled up shoppers hustling to fill those Christmas stockings and wrapping paper, downtown Nashville displays a touch of peacefulness as the day draws to and end. The downtown Christmas decorations seem to emit the feeling of the holiday spirit as they tower alone in the crisp night air during one December night in Nashville. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December'17, 1985 — Page 2 Dear Santa Dear Santa, Just come to me whn you I would like the following need me rain bow brite doll things. Real baby or La Baby care bear rainbow chalk Get in Shape Barbie, Sweet board, chalk, pad of paper, Secrets, Good Luck Bear, my Little Pony Four Ponys. Barbie Vete, Cozy Heart Play Desk Dreamtime Penquin, Eleroo, Play gourmet cooking setA Z Barbie Doll and please get *'' ■ JJessica my Mom phone. Love Mary DEAR SANTA, Hardly no one believes in you but I do. I wish I would have some way to prove that you wear real but I’ll be up north onCristmas Eave. And Cristmas day. I wish every one would belive in you, you are my best frind. It would be a dul cristmas with out you. I like you vary much, pleas write back. Your Truety Mike Dear Santa, Santa I am 5 years old. ld. My inom y ould like a Honeycomb says I have beed fairly good J pretty pony castle, this year. I wouJB like some ^®fftmon baby pony, Sweet sea Lego blocks, transformer doll, Puppy brite, Baby Ramjet, Hoist, Optimus brite, fairy gio bug, Butter Prime, remote train set and bear. I hope you have a safe soundwave. trip. Matthew Love Emilie Dear Santa, Can I have the Snow Cat, Bat-mobile, Bat Jet, Robin, Skystriker and Thunderpunch He Man? I love you! I like Christmas because it’s Jesus’s Birthday. Merry Christmas Santa. Love Andy ?.S. I Like Cobra stuff to go with my G.I. Joe guys. Letters to Santa Dear Santa Clause, Hi, I hope you are fine. I have been a good boy and hope you will please bring me some gifts. I promise not to break any of the toys you bring me. Here is my list. The Dinobots, Contrux, Sky Striker, Optimus Prime, Soundwave (the deception communicator). Have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year, thank you. Love Jeremy 7 years old Dear Santa, We have been good. I would like a sled, unicorn, more tapes for my tape recorder, and my brother would like transformer, snake mount, and a musical glow worm. From Mandy and Jeremy Dear Santa Clause, This Christmas I would like a autobot and a power wheel and a pair of roller skates and most of all a bebe gun and thats the end. Love David Dear Santa, Please give me a preamie, princess of power castle, princess of power doll, princess of power costume, princess of powers horse, The Chipmunk Story. From Nicole Dear Santa, Do you know what I want for Christmas? I will tell you! I want, Shera stuff, Get In Shape Girl, preemie, cloths for doll, jeans, and a lot more. I like Christmas. Love Carrie Dear Santa Claus, I want a Bike and a hard football and a big foot coloring book for Christmas. From Kevin ^ai/istyfe yfe yestiue(:Dayg uUead :• See... Marsha, Lucy, Sylvia & Darlene for Festive Days! "The Mirrors Image" hiulolz iMiafle.. Hairstylist for Men, Women and Children 111 N. MAIN, NASHVILLE 852-9192 — CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT — Dear Santa, Would you please get me, Precious Hugs or Honey Comb Girl, wicker-look buggy, Heart Family, Heart Family Nursery, 2-pc. laundry center, My Little Pony Lullabye Nursery, Bright Heart Raccoon, and Share Bear. From Shannon Dear Santa, I am 7 years old and just came here from Germany. I am staying with Grandma so I hope you can find me. For Christmas I would like Little Tikes Railroad set, Big Switcher race set, Rogun, Atari Pitfall and Pitfall II. My brother, Adam is four and would like a red guitar. Love Aaron Dear Santa I would like some toys for Christmas. A Drum, Hug a Bunch, Potato Head, and a belt that’s all. I will leave you some more chocolate chip cookies this year a whole lot because this year you like them. I will leave you some milk so you can dunk your cookies. I will leave som carrots for your deer. Will you eat your cookies here at my house so I can see you. Mommy said no I can’t, but if you say yes I can. Will you leave Mommy some new boots and Daddy a new jeep. Somtimes I have been good. I am 4 years old. I will be good till Christmas. Missy Dear Santa Hi. How are you? My name is Chris I am 5% yrs. old. I’d like a play pool table, walkie talkies, a race track, HeMan doll and other Masters of the Universe action figures, Panthro from the Thunder cats. For my baby brother you can get him a play dash­ board. (He always likes to play with my turbo dash­ board.) A riding car with a horn that beeps. For my other brother Adam, he wants some toys but he is sending you his own letter too. Anything else that you want to get is fine. Love Christopher Dear Santa Claus, I Love You. Bring me a football, bigfoot, care bears, coloring book, sanea claus, footbook. From Timmy Dear Santa Hi. My name is Adam. I’m 3 yrs. old. Mom is helping me with this as for its my very first letter to you. I am looking forward to Christ­ mas. I have been telling Mom and Dad of a couple 'things that I want for Christmas. Here are the things I’m interested in: Lion-0 from the thunder cat, Fright Zone, Battle Cat, Some masters of the universe action figures. I already have He-man and I just love him. I think you could try to get my baby brother a stuffed animal. Maybe Sylvester, Elmer Fudd, Daffy Duck, Sam or any other. Thank you Santa. Love Adam Dear Santa For Christmas I would like a moptop hair shop, and a hug-a-bunch doll. And some jewelery. and some candy. age 7 Love: Erin Dear Santa; I have been good this year. I want some things I will tell you what I want ok. I want some new clothes and I want a cabbage patch doll. Some clothes for my premie. I want peaches and cream Barbie doll. I want a swiming pool for my Barbies dolls. I want a new necklace with hearts on. That’s all for now see you Santa. Jody How can you guarantee the replacement of your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for qualified homes. So now you can insure your home for 100% replacement cost coverage. Just ask your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent how guaranteed home replacement cost coverage can be no problem for you and your home'. Dear Santa Claus: For Christmas I would like, Moss man, thunder punch He-man, Skeletor, Orko, Castle Grayskull, Match boxs cars, Mask weapons. I’ve really tried to be good. I’ll leave you a snack. I Love you. Have a safe trip. Love Lee Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 Stan Trumble 178 S. Main, Vermontville Teresa Jones Dear Santa: I have tried to be good, I would like a Cabbage Patch doll. Crystal Castle, She-ra doll, and Sweet Secreats. I am 8 years old. Cookies and milk, and carrots for your reindeer will be waiting for you. I Love you Santa. Love Sarah Dear Santa, My name is Jimmy, I’m 7 years old, I want these things. Sky Striker, Hybrofoil, Bridge Layer pool table, Transformers walkey takey. How are you Santa. I Love you. From Jimmy Dear Santa, I would like cabbage premie. Also, tablet and crayons, and a story book. I have been a good girl. I am 4 yrs. old. Santa, you love I Nicole. Dear Santa, I would like for x-mas: Teddy Bear and Bike. Love, Debbie P.S. please write back soon or in my stocking Christmas morning. Dear Santa, My name is kerri. For Christmas I would like a pound puppy, a preemie, new clothes, a gio worm, ice skates. I have been good. Thankyou Love, Kerri Dear Santa, Hi, how are you this year! My name is Keisha. I would like a Cabbage Patch Kid, a Radio, a clock, a bike, a snowsuit, Cabbage Patch boots,'a play car, 5 pads of paper, a picture of you, twins Cabbage Patch kids, A doll house, and 13 barbie dolls, new shoes, 13 books, 2 pear of gloves, . a Pound puppy, a pear of glasses. I love you Santa Dear Santa I want voltron, Bible, walkie talkies, football, and baseball cards value guid. love, Danny P.S. I am leaving a banana split. I was a good boy. Dear Santa, I want a hello color and makit bakit oven and a new bike with training wheels on it and a new dress and RubA-Rounds. Kristen It I Dear Santa, I like you. I would like Lazy baby twins. I would like a Bible. I would like doll house. Love, Katrina Dear Santa, Are you coming to my house? If you do I want, a Cabbage Patch Doll, a mop top hair shop, a watch, and some clothes, age 5 Hurry! Love Bethny sute *4 Enat *■ Dear Santa Claus I have tried to be real good this year. For Christmas I would like a Cabbabe patch stroller. A Honeycomb girl. Day-to-night Ken. Barbie home and office. A Pound Puppy. Madonna tape. Jean Skirt. I will leave you a snack. Have a safe trip to Michigan. Love, Leslie w==^«==^r==»<===sw==w™=^F=1 Db# jjijjlit rate11 diw * iiiitip ultotfe teta 011]®! XffiKI Wdfei — REPORTER WANTED — General assignment, city, schools, county, police beats, photography. Other editorial duties possible, depending upon experience. SEND RESUME TO... Inc D$a hthl Editor, J-Ad Graphics, Inc. ’’W P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 w Udiii lt)ta wii[ | "twia NASHVILLE VFW 8260 CHICKEN & FISH FRY Friday, Dec. 20 • 5:30’til 7:30 — NOW SERVING COD — Adults...*4.00 Children under 12...*2.50 VFW 8260 in NASHVILLE — PUBLIC INVITED — We are pleased to announce the opening ofa Plastic Surgery Clinic ... Dr. Edward Lanigan, M.D. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Every Other Monday HGB Specialty Clinics, Medical Building, 210 N. Oliver St. Charlotte (located directly behind HGB Hospital) Appointments: Call 543-1050, ext. 404 or 402 Referral Not Necessary “Bringing a New Health Care Service to Eaton Hospital” HAYES GREEN BEACH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Clinic Hours: Location: ThtiNoPrvb^g/mf^optg,’ Dear Santa Claus, I’ve been good this year I want a Wuzzle and hook rug. I want a barbie house and a Carebear I want some clothes for my monkey I want a pound puppy. I want a parakeet that sings and I want a real Cabbage Patch. I am 7 years old. From Tracy lit Si ^ts Kithifai “U ntaiil �Dear Santa Claus, My name is Adam and I am 2 years old. I can not write so my friend Sara is helping me. I looked into your house today. I want a race car for Christmas. I want a toy boat. I want a goldfish too. I want a space ship for Christmas. I want a Teddy Bear with Big Ears. I want a dirt bike with training wheels too. Well I have to go mail this letter now. Bye. Adam Dear Santa, I have been nice. I haven’t been doing naughty things. I would like a cabbage patch My Buddy, Dineyworld Train Set, Casey, Record Player Baja or 3 wheeler Battery powered painting easel, Transformer, Monster Water Demon, Stompers, Pool Table, Hungry Hippos Walky Talkys. Thank You Santa. Love Rickey Dear Santa, Hi. For Christmas I want Hug-a-Bunch doll, a Spider, a Etch a Sketch, and some new barrettes, age 3 love you. Laci Dear Sanat, These are the things I want: Teddy Bear, clothes, skirt, jean jacket, Diary, Barbie things, Baby Birhgt, puppy Byrhgt, Ponud puppy, butter bear, get in shape girls, easy, somethings for Pat. Love Sarah The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 3 Dear Santa Claus, I will tell you what I want for Christmas: Barbie dolls, working out, under pants, under shirts, pants, shirts, socks, games. From Evelyn Dear Santa, You should see the star on my tree and my decorations. For Christmas I want a toy puppy, rose petal doll, jewelry box, horse model, earrings. Love Lisa <Age 7) Dear Santa, How are you, I’m fin. I still do not know how you git down the chimney with that big bag you got. Matt, age 9 Dear Santa. My name is Jason. I am 7 years old I can write but my sister is helping me. I want a bigfoot with big tires. And I want a goldfish with a bowl. Dear Santa, I’m 8 years old but I still like you and Mrs. Santa too, and all your helpers. From Adam OPEN A CHRISTMAS CLUB NOW for a great Christmas '86 Dear Santa, I want a make-up Barbie & Megan & Sundance. I’ve been minding my mommy & helping around the house. Merry Christmas, Love, Rachael Just a few dollars each week can add up to a tidy sum in a year's time, and that's what our Christmas Club '86 is all about. Your money makes money, earning interest, while you save on a sure and steady course towards your holiday gifting. It's a smart move. Open yours now. Dear Santa, My name is Zachary. I’m going to be 5 soon. Would you please bring me a Voltron Lion Force toy. We moved to a new house in Nashville, so don’t go to my old house. Love, Zac But I forgot something. Please bring my brother a teddy bear. and Loan Nash schedules annual tax help meetings State Representative Ernest W. Nash (RDimondale) will be con­ ducting his annual January meetings to assist senior citizens, veterans and handicapped persons in filling out Homestead Property Tax Exemption and Home Heating Credit Claim forms. Representative Nash has provided this service for the past 12 years. He urged any persons needing assistance to attend the meeting in their area and bring with them all information showing their sources of income, including interest, statements, pension, and social security records, as well as property tax bills. The local meetings are scheduled as follows: Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1986, 9-10 a.m., Charlotte City Hall; 11 a.m.-12 noon, Vermontville Village Hall; 1-2 p.m., Sunfield Community Center (Main St.). Nashville man will graduate from State Technical Institute Diplomas will be awarded Dec. 18 to 77 students who will graduate at the winter commencement of the State Technical Institute and Rehabiliation Center. Rep. Donald H. Gilmer (RAugusta) will speak at the evening ceremonies on “Commencing Into Suc­ cess.” The State Technical In­ stitute, established by the Michigan Legislature in 1944, is a residential rehabiliation and job training center for han­ dicapped adults. It His operated by Michigan Rehabiliation Services, a division of the State Board of Education. The graduates include James I. Mater of Nashville, a computer programming major. ACTION-ADS SALE: New Crazy quilts for sale, nice for Christmas gifts. Phone 852-9057. (12-24). Get Ready for the Holidays Irene’s Beauty Shop WALK-INS WELCOME The Eaton Federal 204 N. Main, Nashville 852-9107 Craft Nook and Loan Association HANDMADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS Regular Clocks s iaao o 1 UU SPECIAL ORDER ON LY CUSTOM WOOD ........ $O£00» Picture Frames.. Mr. SET & Mrs. Santa PER 2 ONLY — W OoNvLeYn — 2 C radles $OeaUoo $ QuEO00- Located inside Mirror’s Image, 111 Main St., Nashville HOURS 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 am. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday EQUAL M0UM6 LENDER FOUR CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU HOME OFFICE - CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 543-3880 NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN - PHONE 852-1830 EATON RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - PHONE 663-1551 OLIVET, MICHIGAN - PHONE 748-2811 OFFICE NOURS: 8:00 to 4:30 Mon. thru Fri., 9:00 to 12:00 noon Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the pas by Susan Hinckley Hometown holiday buying promoted by Susan Hinckley (The following is a con­ tinuation of last week’s column detailing a December 1927 Christmas shopping tour by The Nash­ ville News, an annual effort by the paper to plug hometown holiday buying by local residents. These items are excertped from Page Two of the issue of Dec. 15, 1927.) Caiey’s Store - “Frank and Myrtle Caley will be found at their grocery store on the corner of Main and Washington streets this Christmas season, catering to the demands of their many friends and customers. For more than a year they have been in their new location. It is a pleasure to watch these two jolly partners waiting upon their large trade. Their big store is teeming with good things suggestive of the Christmas season. The business they carry on is of a dual nature, dry goods and groceries, and to step into the store gives one the im­ pression that he is in one of the big city stores. The grocery stock consists of fancy and staple groceries.. In the dry goods department will be found a line of quality goods, ready-made dresses that would make the finest kind of a Christmas present for the wife or daughter...” Floyd F. Everts (meat market) - “A real fitting climax to the holiday season is the bounteous Christmas dinner, with all the home folks gathered around the table. The spread for this special occasion would not Emmett E. Gibson, a local real estate dealer, was, at Christmastime 1927, "just exactly twice as busy as he was a year ago," noted The Nashville News, for in addi­ tion to handling his real estate business he also was proprietor of a variety store "filled with bargains of every description," according to the annual holiday shopping report of The News. Some of Gib's bargains are noted in this ad carried that season by the local newspaper, chief champion of "buying locally." be complete unless it had for its central attraction, the turkey, duck, goose, or the big succulent roast. The worries of the hostess in planning this annual dinner are lessened by a visit to this market. Mr. Everts has been in business for so many years that he seems to know exactly what the “necessaries” are that go to make up the big feed...” Bransetter Motor Sales ‘‘The automobile agency, which handles the Pontiac and Oakland lines in Nash­ ville and vicinity, is located on South Main Street. They have in their large show room many fine models for the Christmas trade, any one of which would make a highly appreciated gift for the entire family...” E.E. Gibson - “‘Gib’ as he is better known to the people of Nashville and vicinity is just exactly twice as busy as he was a year ago, which is some busy, believe us. ‘Gib’ is twice as busy because besides handling his real estate business he is also proprietor of Nashville’s Variety Store. Those who haven’t found happiness by With improved roads and the auto's coming-of-age in the mid 1920s, small town merchants feared the loss of business to big-city stores. Even then, Nashville residents could board one of New York Central's eight daily trains through town for shopping trips east to Jackson or west to Grand Rapids, and return home the same day. The Nashville News encouraged hometown shopping year-round, and especially at Christmastime. This scene from Fuller Street near Main looks north­ east toward the old railroad water tower. having made the purchase of a new home, or disposed of their own property, can still find happiness by making a visit to ‘Gib’s’ store, which is filled ith bargains of every description from the five and ten cent counter to men’s, ladies’ and children’s wearing apparel, granite ware, aluminum ware, dishes - in fact the store is a real home of the bargains and suitable gifts for Christmas presents. There is also a large stock of candies^ cigars and tobaccos, and a line of pipes...” John J. Purchis “The jolly proprietor of the corner barber shop... has been compelled this Christmas season to shift the levers over into high in order to take care of those sitting on the sideslines waiting for a hair bob, a hair cut, a neat Buy HOLIDAY Goods at Bargain Prices This store is filled with all kinds of merchandise for Christmas, at genuine bargain prices We have thousands ofarticles to sell at 10c, 15c and 25c. Our 10c counters are loaded with Dishes, Toys, Kitchen Ware, Novelty Goods, Art Work, Handkerchiefs, and hundreds ofother articles. Our 25c counters are loaded with Chinaware, Aluminum Ware and Novelty Goods. EXTRA SPECIAL Men’s Sweaters, in three lots 89c $1.48 Men’s Union Suits 1.50 and 1.90. $3.45 at $1.15, 1.25, Boys’ Union Suits at 65c and up. Girls’ Union Suits at 65c and up. Ladies’ Union Suits,, heavy y weight, g, short sleeves, low neck, ankle length, at 98c. EXTRA SPECIAL Ladies’ Felt House Slippers Men’s Work Shoes at $2.75. Boys’ and Girls’ Shoes at $1.75. Hosiery for ladies at 25c, 39c, 45c. Hosiery for boys and girls at 25c. Men’s Sox at two pair for 25c, 20c a pair, 25c and 45c. We also have bargains in Shirts, Over­ alls, Jackets, men’s and boys’ Pants, Gloves and Mittens. SOUTH END STORE Notice to the Kiddies Santa Claus has rented our peanut roaster for Friday night from 7 to 8 o’clock, and wants every boy and girl under 15 years to come to our store and eat peanuts. Don’t forget the date. We have some mighty fine fruit and vegetables for your Christmas dinner. Oranges, Bananas, Apples, Grapefruit, Ruta Bagas, Cabbage, Celery, Cranberries, Parsnips. Christmas Candy, 10c per pound. Don’t forget the Peanuts. Ladies’ Coats, only a few left, closing them out while they last $4.98 Women’s, Misses’ and Children’s Dress­ es, at 98c. YOURS FOR BUSINESS S|b Continued on page 6— BIG SPECIAL 59c Ladies' Shoes at $1.95, 2.45, 2.70. proprietor of the modernlyequipped corner shoe shop, Fred Tarbell, wishes us to extend to his many friends and patrons a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Fred is busy these days repairing shoes but not too busy to repair more shoes, especially when they are needed for a holiday trip.” J.C. Hurd “This Christmas season finds Joe’s place stocked with many things suitable for gifts. If you are looking for a real present for the entire family, what would be more ap­ preciated than one of the fine cars to be found in the Star line of which he is the ex­ clusive agent for this territory... Another fine present would be any one of the Stewart-Warner radio receiving sets he handles. These fine instruments are made in all the late styles and models, and range in price from $50 up...” Old Reliable Market “The preparing of the Christmas dinner and kind of meat to serve is always one of the most important and chief consideration of the hostess, and has caused many worries and sleepless nights, but not so with those who make the Old Reliable market their headquarters. The proprietors (Wenger & Troxel) are men just as smooth shave or a face massage. John’s tonsorial parlor is gaining in popularity, especially with the younger folks, and the gentler sex. The parlor is light, neat and well equipped to cater to the most exacting. Of course you will visit this place at some time during the yuletide season, and we know that you will be justly proud of yourself when you leave.” The Old Bank Restaurant - “Here is a place where you can get a ‘Christmas’ dinner any day in the week. Wm. I ria nd is the proprietor, but Bill has served meals too long to need special mention - his many customers all wear a smile of content and satisfaction.” South End Store -“The Christmas season this ye.ar finds the same jolly proprietors behind the counter - W.A. Quick and Carl Bean. In fact, twentyone Christmas seasons have found the elder member at this same stand, making the store’s many customers happy by selling them quality groceries and other articles for Christmas gifts. This is the store of homeroasted coffee, surely no Christmas dinner would be complete without it. And let us not fail to mention the Christmas trees - the delight of the kiddies...” Fred's Shoe Shop - “The E. E. GIBSON’S VARIETY STORE . At the South End Store, proprietors Ward Quick and his son-in-law, Carl Bean, offered Christmas trees along with their grocery fare, to "the delight of the kiddies," according to The News. In this ad carried by the paper the week before Christmas, Quick and Bean invite boys and girls to an hour of peanut-eating at the store ("Santa Claus has rented our peanut roaster"). Home-roasted coffee also was a store speciality. �Jim’s Electric Owned and Operated by Jim Jones LICENSED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR • Residential • Industrial • Farm • Commercial NASHVILLE 852-1783 GOODTIME PIZZA LET THE NEW YEAR INTRODUCE A WHOLE NEW WAY OF LIVING — New Ownership — Tim Burd • Darwin Rattier • Jack DeGroot 119 North Main, Nashville • 852-1985 • HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m. to 11 p.m: Mace Pharmacy Cooper Upholstery 207 N. MAIN NASHVILLE Large Selection ofUpholstery Fabrics Available 852-0845 "■4- 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE — HOURS: Monday thru Saturday NASHVILLE • 852-1764 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Patches and Posies hometown! — BY MRS. 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Main St., Vermontville faults at once; a task usually beyond human com­ 726-0569 pliance. However, if we would just be sensible about both our actions and our expectations, Furlong Heating SALES & SERVICE 140 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Michigan FURNACE SALES & REPAIR Also...Refrigerator, Freezer and Air Conditioner Repair — 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE — Earl Furlong 852-9728 none of this would be necessary. In fact, a regular trip to our House of Worship can be far more ef­ fective than all those futile efforts at atonement. real-tor' Try it and see for yourself. Every man regards his own life as the New Year’s Eve of time. »Jean Paul Richter “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit'within me." - Psalm 51:10 "Behold! The Lamb of God who takes sins of the world!" Jn Vs 29b the MAPLE VALLEY RIGHT TO LIFE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER 126 S. Main St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 RES. (517) 726-0637 office (517) 852-1501 HOME COOKING AT ITS BEST — MEETING — 4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH ... ATTHE Nashville Community Building TIME: 7:00 P.M. PRES. BONNIE ROUSH • Ph. 852-0706 WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE May the Peace and Joy experienced on the day that Jesus was born enteryour hearts. Faith, Hope, and Love to you bn Christmas day and on every day of the New Year. Nashville Jack & Judy's Friendly Y' ,( Family / Country Restaurant Kettle with Family Cafe Prices OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 A.M. to 8 P.M. 113 N. MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE • PH. 852-1551 GOD BLESS YOU! AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UHITED METHODIST CHURCHVERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville (’/a mile East of M-66, 5 miles Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m..Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Sunday: AP..MM.. WWoorrsshhiipp 1 16 ap..mm.. Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 6 p.m.A.M. Service T1 a.m. P.M. Service. Service . 7 p.m. Bible Study......... 7 p.m.Wednesday: Wed. Bible Study & PASTOR AAARVIN POTTER AWANA......... 6:45 p.m. REV. LYNN WAGNER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH REV. J. G. BOOMER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE PEACE UHITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE 301 Fuller St., Nashville PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOUC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Service.., ]1 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday: P.M. Service . 7 p.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..11 a.m.Sat. Mass . 6:30 p.m.Wed. Service. . 7 p.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass . 9:30 a.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT A.M. Worsmp. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening g Holy Day Masses celebrated Assistant... Don Roscoe Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship................ 7 p.m. at 6:30 p.m. PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES REV. LEON POHL FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship 1 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville P.M. Worship . . 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP I! AM Thursday Night: SUNDAY SCHOOL.J.l AM Bible Study ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) Fellowship Time After Worship. REV.WM. S. TRUMP. JR. REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, PASTOR VERMONTVILLE UNITED CHURCH ASSEMDLY OF GOD CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 803 Reed St., Nashville Church Service.. 11 am Sunday School .. 10 a.m. S d Sunday: A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Memories of the Past, cont. reliable as the name of the market itself would indicate, when it comes to having their market stocked with choice meats and everything that enters into the Christ­ mas dinner ... It matters not whether that choice be turkey, chicken, goose, duck or delicious cuts of tender beef and pork, it will be found here. For those who desire fresh fish there will be trout, perch, herring and last but not least, oysters fresh from the beds with the tang of the salt water still in evidence. Other merchants men­ tioned in the report included the Atlantic & Pacific Tea Store, managed by Mr. and Mrs. L. Herryman; the Independent Oil Company; Fred Fisher’s Standard Oil station; Al Bennett’s garage (being ably managed by Ted Mix since “Al has gone south for the winter”); the Stag Inn, operated by L.E. Prine; real estate agents Freeman & Rothaar, and H.H. Perkins; the South End Garage owned and operated by Azor Leedy (“a first class mechanic, it takes him but a few seconds to diagnose your car ailments”); the newlyopened C. Thomas store, George Gjll, manager; and Bud’s Gargage, formerly the Hinckly garage, conducted now by Boyd (“Bud”) Olsen, Bobbie’s Look good for the super holiday. Be P nailed, styled & tan for the holiday. £ Diana’s Nail SPECIAL Nail Extension.. $30 Bring a friend and each Nail $ aAw Extensionsi Only — Gift Certificates — — 2 Weeks Only — — PERMS — *5°° Off SI SI OA OA UO UO0 0 a nd V IS A M A S T E R CARD SUNTAN BED Same Good Prices! 10 VISITS *35°° 250 MIN. *45 Bobbie's UNIQUE NAIL SERVICE Page 6 an experience mechanic newly in business for him­ self. Last but not least was a listing for C.E. Greenfield, proprietor of Nashville’s transfer line: “Mr. Greenfield can assist materially in making this Christmas season more pleasant and enjoyable by helping you eliminate many of the little worries and in­ conveniences usually at­ tendant with the occasion by delivering your Christmas presents, etc. A phone call will always get in touch with him. Nashville church to perform musical drama on Dec. 21-22 “The Gospel According to Scrooge,” an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ beloved Christmas Carol, will be presented by Nashville Baptist Church Christmas weekend. This music, directed, by Janet DeGroot, is performed by a cast of 55 and will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 22, at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend any or all of the performances. The church is located at the corner of Washington and Phillips Streets in Nashville. How do you find boat insurance that protects more than your boat? No problem. Boat Insurance from Auto-Owners protects you in case of collision on land or water... it provides fire and theft coverage; and liability and medical pro­ tection for you and your family can also be added. So ask your Auto-Owners agent just how their Boat Insurance can be “no problem” keeping you afloat. Commission on Aging Menu Wednesday, Dec. 18 - Veal parmesan, broccoli, waldorf salad, Italian bread, vanilla pudding. All Sites: Birthday Party. Hastings: Sing Along, craft class. Nashville: Blood pressure; quilting. Woodland: Cards and games. Thursday, Dec. 19 - Baked scrod, green peas, stewed tomatoes, seasoned rice, fresh pear. Hastings: Craft class, bingo.. Nashville: Bingo. Friday, Dec. 20- Salisbury steak-gravy, whipped potato, steamed carrots, roll, apple crisp. Hastings: Legal Aid. Woodland: Christmas party. De-Fat your menus, home economist urges by Mona J. Ellard, Ex­ tension Home Economist Many people today are very conscious of their diets. Most people want to cut back, especially on saturated fats, but may not know how to do it. If you want to replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats, follow these tips. If the recipe calls for... 1 cup butter use 1 cup margarine, 1 cup evaporated whole milk use 1 cup evaporated skim milk, 1 egg (for thickening) use 1 tablespoon flour, 1 cup sour cream use 1 cup plain yogurt or mock sour cream (Recipe below), 1 cup whole milk use 1 cup 2 percent milk or skim milk plus 2 Tblsp. margarine, 1 oz. baking chocolate use 3 Tblsp. cocoa powder plus 5 Tblsp. margarine. 1 Tblsp. cream cheese use 1 Tblsp. mock cream cheese (Recipe below). Mock Sour Cream 2 Tblsps. skim milk, 1 cup Career Exploration program planned Jan. 3 Eaton County 4-H who want to explore possible careers are invited to par­ ticipate in a career exploration program on Friday, Jan. 3. The program will be held at the Cooperative Extension Service Office, 126 N. Bostwick Street, Charlotte. Identical sessions will begin at 9 a.m. at 1:30 p.m. In addition to exploring possible careers, par­ ticipants will learn what skills and training are needed for the careers they are interested in. A fee of $1 will be charged to cover the cost of materials. Enrollment is limited, and pre-registration is due by Dec. 20. For more information and to register, contact the Eaton County Cooperative Extension Service office, phone 543-2310 or 372-5594. lowfat cottage cheese, 1 Tblsp. lemon juice. Mix all ingredients in blender or food processor until smooth. Yields IMi cups. Mock Cream Cheese 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 1 Tblsp. skim milk, 4 Tblsps. margarine. Mix all ingredients in blender or food process until smooth. Yields 1% cups. For information about diets, contact the Eaton Cooperative Extension Service. Monday, Dec. 23 - Baked ham, winter squash, scalloped potatoes,' cherry cheesecake. Delton: Christmas hymns. Hastings: Washtub band, craft class, Christmas party. Tuesday, Dec. 24 - Dinner Served at 11 a.m. All sites close at noon. Roast beef au jus, boiled red potato, whole wheat roll, chocolate cake. Hastings: Christmas stories. Puzzle. Nashville: Puzzle. Hastings: 120 North Michigan Avenue - M T W T F; Nashville: Masonic Temple - M T W T F; Delton: United Methodist Church - M W T only; Woodland - Eagles Club - M W F only. Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60. Suggested donation is 75 cents, with food stamps accepted. Margarine and milk are included with each meal. All sites are barrier free. Meals are catered by Pennock Hospital. Call 948-4856 a day in advance for reservations. Obituaries Richard G. Stambaugh SACRAMENTO, CA -Mr. Richard G. Stambaugh, 72, of Sacramento, CA, died Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1985 in Sacramento. Memorial services were held 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Koop Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. Rev. Thomas Voyles officiated. Mr. Stambaugh was bom Aug. 7, 1913 in Sunfield, the son of Clyde and Anna (Beadsley) Stambaugh. Prior to moving to California he farmed in the Sunfield area for several years, and was employed at Motor Wheel in Lansing. He worked as an engineer for Aero Jet General in Sacramento in the aero space program until his retirement. He was a member of the Royal Order of Moose No. 550. Mr. Stambaugh is sur­ vived by his wife, Pauline of Sacramento; two sons Lynn Stambaugh of Texas and Roy Stambaugh of Grand Rapids; a sister, Phyllis Boise of Nashville; one brother, Duane Stambaugh of Grand Ledge; five grandchildren; four step children and eight step grandchildren. Goodtime Pizza is under New Ownership Tim Burd, Darwin Raffler, & Jack DeGroot For your up and coming Christmas and New Year Parties... Let Goodtime Pizza help you! 3 LC. PIZZAS: 8%0ff4 LC. PIZZAS: 9%0ff Betty Pierce, Mary Hecker (seated), John Warren, Bev Warren, and Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency — FREE DELIVERY TO SENIOR CITIZENS — Goodtime Pizza Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 119 N. Main, Nashville 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 5 LG. PIZZAS: 10%Off We also have SANDWICHES and SUBS for Your Convenience The, No Pro6&*nfkofiSt," 852-1985 HOURS: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 7 Vermontville news by Ava Kroger O' O' Sw w NS ;s. ; w ^<Hb5 •> SS l(^t » Sk ‘ »lom (‘%k s p*S**• *IS’ S lIWS Coining Events Tuesday, Dec. 17 - Senior Citizens of Vermontville and Nashville meet at Maple Valley High School at 12:45 p.m. for lunch (have $1.40 ready) followed by a program by the music department. Call 852-9275 for reservations. Saturday, Dec. 21 Volunteers are needed at 8:30 a.m. at the Fire Barn to fill the community boxes which will be delivered later that day. Santa Claus comes at 2 p.m. at the Fire Barn. Parents of children are in­ vited to the Sugar Hut by the Chamber of Commerce for free coffee and cookies which children are visiting Santa. Tuesday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve service at the United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Also a Christmas Eve service at First Congregational Church 7:30 p.m. shopping and sending Christmas greetings to friends and loved ones. Mrs. Bernice Adrion of Oregon flew last Tuesday to be with her sister Lois Fisher in Escanaba Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gaut and Harold Gaut of Jackson are also there. The Senior Citizens wish to thank Miss Kings’ first grade class for singing for us last Thursday. They were each given a box of cracker jacks and a candy cane. Happy to hear that Ron Houck was able to return home Friday after surgery Tuesday at Ingham Medical Hospital in Lansing. Sorry to hear Mrs. Lois Davis who lives with Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fisher fell on some steps early Sunday morning and was taken by ambulance to Pennock Hospital. X-rays showed no borken bones, but she remained in the hospital for observation. Student Council collects toys for area kids Members of the Maple Valley Sr. High School Student u t Council are collecting unwanted toys for area children. Local Cub Scouts will be preparing the toys and distributing them. If you have toys to donate, please drop them off at the high school by Thursday, Dec. 19. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters The council and cubs hope you plan to participate in this special event and make some children happy. Your participation is appreciated. BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CAFETERIA — THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. Doors Open at... 5:30 p.m. g* w8 SANTA CLAUS is Coming to Vermontville ! 8 Saturday, December 21 at 2:00 p.m. * jg —AT THE FIRE BARN — S While the children are seeing Santa, the Vermontville K Chamber of Commerce will' be serving g free coffee and B cookies at Pat's Sugar Hut Cafe. Merry Christmas to all! § Saturday, December 21 at 8:30 a.m. who want to help with Christmas Baskets meet at Pat's SSugar Hutfor coffee, then to the Fire Barn. Allpersons Ji receiving baskets, please be home Saturday, Dec. 21. One Jk delivery only will be made. Boxes to drop off toys are at... • Hardware • Johnny’s • Pat’s Sugar Hut Cafe WE NEED NEW TOYS UNWRAPPED! Most of the Christmas parties are over so time is filled with Christmas WlJSl ^us ^usJitsyJy:, ^u **5* 5g 5g* ',** , ‘*X t ad to Boise W trtte,).J WMWnihil^ ilk MW jta^in nijmmd tWto^ ed il lltli jife WMt Vennontville,Micfa I IfilMV In Memory Of In Memoriam Meredith Dick, one year has passed dear father since you were called away: How well do we remember that sad and weary day, You suffered much, you murmured not We watched you day by day But we all hope in Heaven to meet Where no one says Goodbye. Sadly missed By his daughter his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren A Note of Appreciation As we reflect upon our blessings at this time of year. We wish to give thanks for the love, prayers, and thoughtfulness of our family, friends, and neighbors during this past year. To each of you, we wish a Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year. Reinhart and Polly Zemke and family MDECElBl ACTION-ADS MMOWJ i CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) WANTED: Insulation and roofing work, well ex­ perienced for low estimates call David Halliwill. 726-0427. (12-31) WOODBURNER FOR SALE: Wonder wood-coal with blower, used one season. Excellent condition. Approved by house or mobile home. $350. 726-0274 Ver­ montville. FOR SALE: Fireplace glass doors and heat exchanger, fits approximate size 27”x 33” opening, is adjustable $80.. Phone 852-1740. 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Can 9 to 5:30 Daily Coca-Cola, Coca­ Cola classic, diet Coke, TAB, Sprite, diet Sprite, Mello Yello and cherry Coke are regis­ tered trademarks of the Coca-Cola Company. SAVE or 2 six-packs of 12 oz. cans, or 1 twelve-pack of 12 oz. cans, or 3 two-liter bottles, or 2 three-liter bottles of any Coca-Cola" product. COUPON VALID THROUGH 1/15/86 PLEASE REDEEM PROMPTLY. Limit one coupon per purchase. NOTE TO DEALER For each coupon you accept as our authorized agent we will pay you the face value of this coupon, plus 8t handling charges provided you and your customers have complied with the terms of this offer Any other application constitutes fraud Invoices showing your purchase of sufficient stock to cover all coupons must be shown upon request. Void where prohibited, taxed or restricted Your customer must pay any required sales tax and bottle deposit. Cash value 1/20 of ic Redeem by mailing to: The Coca-Cola Company of Michigan. P0 Box 1504. Clinton. Iowa 52734 Offer good only in area served by The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Michigan 45000 2S8250 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 8 Holiday whirl keeps Girl Scouts from Vermontville area busy i 309 North Main Street, Nashville Monday and Tuesday SOO00 TAPE RENTAL....... TAPE RENTAL Wednesday thru Saturday SOO50 1 VCR Rental Available MEMBERSHIP S-fCOO SPECIAL.................... 10 NEW MOVIES — A View to a Kill • Pale Rider • Fletch • Gremlins — VIDEO ACCESSORIES — Over 7fi0 Titles to Choose From! Monday thru Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 am. - 8 p.m. PHONE — 852-1948 g 'g Watch Grandma’s S’ window Saturday, Saturday Dec. 21 between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 w* S p.m.... there will be a Christmas M Surprise. nt B jp animals. The girls also went to Hastings for a tour and treat at McDonalds. They were treated to hamburgers and coke and enjoyed seeing all the gadgets at the drive up window. December will be spent making centerpieces to give to troop sponsor, Pat’s Sugar Hut Cafe and making Christmas tree ornaments. They will have a candy making party on Dec. 17. The girls will be working on requirements for the Bee a Ready Helper in the Home over the Christmas vacation. Third Brownies - Troop 244 has toured the McDonalds in Holiday plants? Which ones are poisonous? I NOTICE Ip The Girl Scout troops in Vermontville are currently focused on the Christmas season as they complete crafts and plan activities for this joyful time. First-Second Brownies Troop 153 was very busy in November, staring with the investiture ceremony. Eleven young girls were welcomed into Girl Scouts as they recited the Girl Scout Promise and received their Brownie pin and the Bee a Brownie patch. The scouts toured Thor­ napple Valley Farms in November, visiting the various barns and seeing the young piglets and other farm • Christmas Evergreen Wreath • • Christmas Corsages • d p • POINSETTIAS • CHRISTMAS CACTUS • CYCLAMEN • CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS and CENTERPIECES 9‘5 Dai|y Open Wed., Dec 18 CLOSED Dec. 24 at .vjj W W); Many plants, both wild and cultivated, are poisonous to human beings and other warm blooded animals. The degree of toxicity depends upon the amount ingested and the reaction of the in­ dividual to the toxic prin­ ciple. Each year, at this time, the question of toxicity of holiday plants comes up. According to research conducted at Ohio State University, the poinsettia is not toxic. A thorough search of the medical literature revealed no conclusive evidence of any toxicity associated with ingestion of poinsettia leaves or other plant parts. Some people, however, may be allergic to the plant’s sap. Holiday plants that are considered toxic include: azalea, bitter-sweet, holly berries, Jerusalem Cherry and . Mistletoe. . Please remember, all these plants are ornamental and are not intended for human con. sumption. If in doubt about a plant which has been ingested or when symptoms of poisoning appear, call the poison control center or visit the nearest hospital. Poison control centers serving this area include: Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, 800-572-1655; and Blodgett Regional Poison Center, Grand Rapids, 800­ 632-2727. When visiting a hospital for plant poisoning, be sure to bring a representative sample of the plant in question, so that a positive identification can be made. Charlotte and also enjoyed treats of hamburgers and coke and seeing how the meals were put together from start to finish. The scouts are busy with such seasonal crafts as Christmas cards for the community Christmas baskets and gifts for parents. They will have a troop party on Dec. 11. . The troop is also finishing up their Brownie Bee pat­ ches. Juniors - Troop 313 has been working on Christmas presents for their parents and planning a party for later in December. They have made sachets and Christmas cards for Welcome Home for the Blind, which is affiliated with their troop sponsor, Vermontville Lions Club. The fourth grade patrol is working on the dabbler badge - today and tomorrow. The fifth grade patrol is earning the Wildlife badge and planning a trip per­ taining to badge requirements in January. The sixth grade patrol is finishing up the Cabbage Patch dolls they have been sewing as the work to completion of the Art To Wear badge. At the ceremony, the receiving Girl were Rebekah redication nine girls Scout pins Lingholm, Stacey Hawblitz, Melinda ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAWS: Husqvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are' qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, (517) 726-0133. (TFN) P White, Wendy Shutes, Melissa Melvin, Chrissie Cunningham, Paula Sadler, Connie Dickenson and Alisia Stidham. Stacey and Rebekah also received the On My Way badge. Cadets - seniors - Scouts in these troops are working hard earning combinations of the following badges, patches and pins: All Star Troop, From Dreams to Reality (career exploration) , The Challenge of Being a Girl Scout, Silver Leadership Award, Silver Award (the second highest award in scouting) and a variety of interest project patches. December is busy with a trip to the Eaton County Medical Facility tvith presents, Christmas shop­ ping in Lansing, and helping with the community Christmas baskets by wrapping gifts and helping to sort the foodstuff that is donated. January brings a winter campout and on Jan. 20 a Parents Tea-Rededication ceremony. The troops are planning a Fashion-Fitness-Make-up Workshop to be held in February for other scouts and would appreciate donations of old almanacs and women’s magazines (fashion and beauty). Magazines may be left in the box at Johnny’s. Fi - GIFT CERTIFICATES — The Village Hair Port 470 EAST AAAIN, VERMONTVILLE Callfor appointment... 726-0257 MENS • WOMENS • CHILDREN »’aj House Decorations For enjoyable shopping, try Kelley sfor... ix Big Selection is Low Prices is Ease of Shopping Friendly Service - We DO appreciate your business MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOMER WINEGAR (GRl), Broker Also Associate Broker for Century 21 Christensen & Assoc., Charlotte, Michigan NASHVILLE “FAMILY” HOME - [“NOTE Starting Monday, Dec. 16 thru Dec. 23, Kelley's will be OPEN EVENINGS 'til 8 p.m. Has many recent improve­ ments - 435 sq. ft. wolmanized deck, large cqrner lot with privacy fence, home has 6 1'/» rooms, 8 large enclosed porch. All for $29,500.^ (N-l 43) 3 bedrooms, baths JOAN & HOMER WINEGAR... (Evenings) 726-0223 GEORGE WILLIAMS sales associate ■. . 852-9833 SEE THIS ONE!! Nos’ Me 2 story home has had many new improvements!! New vinyl siding & roof, most new vinyl clad windows, alum, shutters, storm doors 8 eavestroughs, walkout basement. Patio door to wolmanized wrap around deck overlooks recreationall pork. (Pond with fish on the property.) $34,900. (N-132) Downtown Nashville 20 ACRE “MINI-FARM” WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEW - $40,000! Price includes 60x75 barn, 40x60 tool shed, 30x20 shed, 14x60 silo, 8 rroom, 2 story home with 4 or 5 bedrooms. Mature shade. More land available. Maple Valley Valle Schools. (F-l (F-l34) 34) BUILT IN 1980 - Lake Odessa area, 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, large living room with wood­ burner and cathedral ceiling, 2 sliding doors, 260' wrap­ around wolmanized deck plus a new 2 story 12x8 gambrel roof barn, all on 2 lots with Jordan Lake access. $37,000. (HJ-93-WLO) VACANT PARCELS 5 ACRE VACANT LAND PAR­ CELS: All have natural gas available, blacktop road and beautiful view. Contract terms offered with 25% down pay­ 'KeJtt/UfA' Variety Store phone852-9747 OPEN SUNDAYS 11 A.M. to 4 P.M. EATON BOARD OF REALTORS A the MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE MANY POSSIBILITIES! -orWill sell bldgs. 8 10 acres acre or more -■ 25A woods t11u2re0A). Ftailrlmablies (balance is pasture). Farm is s all fenced, 4 bdrm, "country 200 ACRE FARM home”, ings. ings. several good build- ment. All perked. CADILLAC surveyed and (VL112-114) AREA, 50 ACRES, recreational land (or would be irdeal tree farm), db (orders an- stee National Forest, springs on property, rolling terrain. Possible land contract. VL-128) f (F-l 23)$20,000. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 9 Year marked by opening of shelter »asA asA SjJSS SSS8S SS8 WSS * *^. *^.’’X X L’s'f>c5Ssk ;ss ?sjs j?j»s !*«« S3 *»ku2 J * svS'^ *** ■*»C, ww ys ■ Us* S Us ‘S^S SS &g& & * g V&l k(UJ#r " % tJ# Je# VliV®l • wk!Sij, S Scotts’ 40th anniversary The children of Sherman and Virginia Scott request your presence at an open house in honor of their 40th wedding anniversary on December 28 at the V.F.W., 304 S. State St., Nashville. A buffet supper will be served from 6:30-9 p.m., with a live band performing 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. No gifts, please. *S!iijs,. s ■ j! •*:£ • •*:u£ £iT ,, ~L25 uiT e e* iL i"L* ^sir b^sij^irr’’i i Dear Friends, What a joyous year we of the Eaton County Humane Society have experienced, with the opening of the NEW and beautiful Eaton County Animal Shelter. Our aims are high and we’ll never be done until all the owners of pets assume their responsibility. Your Humane Society is still providing houses, food and medical care for those pet owners on fixed incomes, who qualify. We are also offering partial rebates to those who adopt pets from the shelter to have them spayed and-or neutered. Through some special designated giving, we are able to donate $1,000 for landscaping at the shelter. We also need at the shelter, more portable cages for cats and puppies. Also live traps. Live traps may be borrowed from the shelter for short term use. However, seldom is one available when you need it due to demand. At the time of the “Open House’’ at the shelter, your Humane Society placed a plaque at the shelter for the purpose of displaying memorials, rembrances and gifts. A donation of $300 or more will place a name on BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS the plaque. Other amounts are placed in a special book. Enclosed please find a brochure and litter bag. More area available upon request. We also have bumper stickers, and pet care books. Call any officer for more information. We have promoted stronger relationships with our Animal Control Department, County Vets, Sheriff Department and County Board of Com­ missioners. All directed at caring for the animals of our County. And this-is only the beginning!! It seems that when we have reached the pinnacle, as with our New Shelter, we find ourselves again at the bottom of yet another mountain to climb. Such is life, when the -inaiiras- Wlajedaifft mvM 36'KO'OW Jot-asJVfemoHj PHOTO ALBUM PAGE ION-A DS With every roll of Color Print Film (C-41 process only) left for developing and printing, receive a coupon you can redeem for a vinyl Jot-a-Memory album page. LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Hours: 9 a.m. am - 5:30 p.m. pm Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville e SAY METAMUCIL POWDER 21 OZ. OR SUGAR FREE POWDER 11 1 OZ. FLEX SHAMPOO OR CONDITIONER 15 OZ. CHOKt 32 OZ. NEO SYNEPHRINE i/2°/o 1% % DROP SPRAY 099 189 219 ■ 15 ML. 15 ML.1 CHRISTMAS! Send the Hallmark greetings you like to receive! CENTRUM COMBOPAK 130 S Q39 ANUSOL SUPPOSITORIES 12'SAnusol tanorrtKMM 059 DECONGESTANT OR COUGH SQUARES 12 S REGULAR 4.5 OZ. OR GEL 3 OZ. 207 Main St, Nashville PH. 852-0845 © 1985 Hallmark Cards. Inc. ICE PHARMAC HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville 12 SUDOMllurMS MEDIQUELL TOOTHPASTE PUMP HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday Hawi, burn anfl iluft tfi iiihwtei OINTMENT COLGATE MACE PHARMACY^ FLEX ]69 ;vow MOUTHWASH MERRY 852-0845 Qins’ in the Season With Savings LISTERINE 'UC-'-ec! 7M support. Please send your con­ tribution and-or membership to: Rita Joseph, 5541 Hartel Rd., Potterville, MI. 48876. Wishing for each of you and your pets and the homeless creatures of the world - a Happy Holiday Season. Your Humanitarian Friend, Dora Nisse, President Eaton County Humane Society. FREE 4X4 FOR SALE: 1978 Chevy. Very clean, low mileage, one owner. 1200x15 BFG mounted on 10 in. spokes, 400 engine with duals fiberglass cap and 4 new 750x15 snow tires on wheels go with truck. 852-9500 days; 852-1650 nights, (tfn) * "* bij^ Dec. 17 - Pesticide Certification Meeting, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lake Odessa Community Building. Dec. 17 - DHIA Annual Banquet, 12 noon, Woodgrove Church, Coats Grove Road, Hastings. Dec. 17 - 4-H Master Leader Program, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 18 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 19 - 4-H Ambassadors Club meet at 6 p.m. at the Community Building to go Christmas caroling, followed by a Christmas party at Kim Javor’s home. Dec. 19 - Pesticide Certification meeting. Carriage Stop Restaurant, Martin, 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Call for reservation information at 616-673-8471 ext. 383. Dec. 24 - Extension Office closes at noon. Dec. 25 - Merry Christmas! Jan. 10-12 - 4-H Y.E.A. Facilitators Workshops, Kettunen Center, Tustin. animals and the people who work with them need us, it is our purpose to be on the ready to help. That is what your Eaton County Humane Society is all about. We Need Your Continuing Help!! As one of the partners in this endeavor, we ask in the name of Human Ethics and Animal Rights for your support. We take this op­ portunity to thank each and everyone for your past PH. 852-0845 �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 10 Maple Valley band, choir present Christmas concert The 21 member high school choir directed by Dennis Vanderhoef was a The Maple Valley High School Band delights the audience with its rendition of "Jingle Bell Rhapsody", directed by Dennis Vanderhoef. The Maple Valley Junior­ Senior High School music department presented its Christmas Concert, direct by instructor Dennis Vanderhoef, before a packed gymnasium of spectators last Sunday. The sixth grade band led off the afternoon playing the traditional “Jingle Bells”/ “Marines March” and “We Wish You a Merry Christ­ mas,” followed by the seventh grade band gracing Members of the Maple Valley High School Band percussion section strive to keep the beat at a Christmas concert held at the school Sunday. they sang such songs as “The Happiest Time of the Year,” ‘‘Christmas Alleluia,” “Twas The Night A 5 A very Merry Christmas to each one and “thanks” again. Carroll & Phyllis Wells Man charged Continued from page 1 served in the U.S. Army DEC. from 1969 to 1971. Funeral Services were s held Friday at the First pcense hurry , B Baptist Church in Charlotte. Rice’s family has Set up a T’oe'GOT a 12 o'clock ! ! trust trust fund fund through through the the Michigan National Bank. APPOItoTMCIOT ! S Contributions may be made to the Michigan National Bank, 122 S. Cochran Road, uUeftfty Cfcftistwiag Charlotte, MI 48813. Surviving Rice are his wife and Ellen and daughters, ‘cHappgJUewQJeaft Shannon, 15, and Shawn, 12. Rice was the third Eaton County Sheriff Deputy killed from... s in the line of duty in 57 years-. The others were a Deputy Laurie and Pratt who died in 1928 from a Nancy gunshot wound after being shott by James Bugs Moorehouse in Charlotte; a and Deputy Dean Foster, killed in 1967 after being shot during an armed robbery of a Delta township gas station. I S Nancy's Beauty Shop I Nashville V.F.W. 8260 New Year’s Eve Reservations A vailable •7.50 Per Person Includes chicken or hamburger basket andfavors Music by.. Dave Harrison and the Particulars . Playingfrom 9p.m. to 2 a.m. — MEMBERS & GUESTS — �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985__Page 11 purchasing new police cruiser 7081 The Nashville council voted Thursday to spend $11,856.85 to purchase a new village police car. After sealed bids for the car were opened at the council’s regular meeting Thursday, the board agreed to accept the lowest bid, which was from Renner EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Thursday, Dec. 19 - 6:30-9:30 p.m. 4-H Family Roller Skating Night, Adams’ Skating Center, Charlotte. Dec. 25 - Merry Christmas. Jan. 1 - Happy New Year. Friday, Jan. 3 - Michigan Soybean Assoc, annual meeting, Zehnders, in Frankenmuth. Friday, Jan. 3-9 a.m. 4-H Career Exploration Program, Extension Office, Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 4 - 10 a.m. - noon 4-H Market Beef Weigh-In, scales area, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 4 - 4-H Shooting Sports Firearems 10 - noon, Teen & Leader Training, 1-2 p.m., Archery 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 - MMPA, Eaton-Barry local. Monday, Jan. 6 - 7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds. Monday, Jan. 6 - 8 p.m. Sprayer Calibration, Lakewood High School. Tuesday, Jan. 7 - 9:30 a.m. MAEH Council meeting, Farm Bureau Basement, Charlotte. Thursday, Jan. 9-7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Thursday, Jan. 9 - Starts 5-day Dairy Nutrition Workshop Series. Call Extension Office for details and reservation. Monday, Jan. 13-7 p.m. 4-H Personal Appearance Leaders Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Monday, Jan. 13-8 p.m. Perennial Weed Control, Lakewood H.S. Tuesday, Jan. 14 - 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4-H Babysitting Clinic, Bellevue High School, Bellevue. Tuesday, Jan. 14- 7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. Ford in Hastings. Acting Police Chief Gene Koetje noted the village purchases a new car every two years because after that time a car begins to require an increased amount of service. The council will put its used police vehicle up for sale. The new car, a Crown Victoria Coup will contain the complete police package (flashing lights, etc.), and is expected to be in use in Nashville in late February or early March. In other business, at the request of Koetje, the council agreed to contribute $50 to the Don Rice trust fund on behalf of the village and the Nashville Police Depart­ ment. Rice, a Deputy with the Eaton County Sheriff Department in Charlotte, was killed Dec. 10 in a hit and run accident by a Ver­ montville man, Richard Osborne, (see related story). The council also agreed to give each full time village employee a $25 Christmas bonus. Castleton Township Supervisor Justin Cooley was present at the meeting, notifiying the council of a dispute over some land located behind Nashville Hardware. Cooley noted the brick house behind the store has been sold, and the purchaser claims he now owns a portion of the parking lot (lot 27) as well as the house. Cooley said although the village has the deed to the property, the purchaser also retains deed that shows he owns the property. “They’re thinking of driving stakes in it,” Cooley said. Village President John Hughes noted the dispute will be investigated, and, “if there is a problem with it, we will have to seek some kind of legal action.” Turn those unwanted, unused items into CASH with an Action-Ad, call 945-9554 ft Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN SOMETHING NEW FOR THE HOLIDAY Ask about Minking and Hair Sewing ^IDatriX - HAIR COLORING ... so gentle you con color and perm wave the same day. SIGN UP NOW FOR A CUSTOMER XMAS DRAWING! HOURS Closed Mon, Tues 2-7, Wed 9-5, Thurs & Fri 9-5, Sat 9-2 CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 852-0767 Local Masonic Lodge installs new officers Officers of Nashville Lodge No. 255 F.&A.M. were installed at a joint in­ stallation at Kalamo Lodge No. 327 F.&A.M. on Dec. 7 by Chief Installing Officer Leon Webster assisted by Alton Darling acting as Grand Marshall; William Corkins as Grand' Chaplin; and Robert Hyslop as Grand Secretary. Officers installed for Nashville Lodge No. 255 were; Rick Duits; Workshipful Master; Terrence Mix, Senior Warden; Maynard Mathis, Junior Warden; Bryce MacDonald, Treasurer; Clayton Newland, Secretary; Raymond “Pete” Dull, Chaplin; Duglas Hardart, Senior Deacon; Theodore Snodgrass, Junior Deacon; Floyd Clark, Tyler, John Dull Marshall. After installation all en­ joyed a buffet lunch served by . Kalamo ladies of the Eastern Stars. Serving Our County abwi ta\'Eneijj y m Hi ii d 1 tn । x E ssaiami’ km *^|kk*R I* airesrt ; »SH ™ Ljj iiqkndik ,lZj taw M| k ftd®1 Ask Santa fora Quickstop* available. The Stihl chain saw you get this Christmas to cut the Yule log and keep the woodpile stocked will be doing the same job next year, and the next, and the next.., it’s the best gift you could get. Or give. Ma STIHL NUMBER ONE WORLDWIDE Robert M. Lesher Pvt. Robert M. Lesher, son of Martin L. Lesher and stepson of Alicia A. Lesher of 2344615 Mile Road, Bellevue, has completed one station unit training (OSUT) at the U.S. Army Infantry School, Fort Benning, GA. OSUT is a 12-week period which combines basic combat training and ad­ vanced individual training. The training included weapons qualifications, squad tactics, patrolling, landmine warfare, field communications and combat opertations. Completion of this course qualifies the soldier as a light-weapons infantryman and as an in­ direct-fire crewman. Soldiers were taught to perform any of the duties in a rifle or mortar squad. He is a 1985 graduate of Bellevue High School. uUewiy Clwsti/nas and a^appy JUewQJea/t ... from ... Vermontville Village Clerk, Sharon Stewart and Family Harold, Dean and Kevin David Tucker David L. Tucker, son of Rose M. Lynd of 14977 Jenkins Road, Bellevue, has been promoted in the U.S. Army to the rank of the specialist four. 'I’ucker is an armor crew member with the 68th Armor in West Germany. He is a 1983 graduate of Bellevue High School. ACTION-ADS COMPUTER SALES: A perfect Christmas gift, new and used equipment and peripherials. Winter classes now forming for Tuesday apd Thursday evenings 517­ 852-1784 Nashville. (12-17) FOR SALE: Polled pure bred Simmental bull, $1250. (517) 726-1100 Vermontville. Village Office Hours: Tues.-Fri. 8 to 12, 1 to 4 • Phone 726-1429 • �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 12 Village of Nashville MINUTES of SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 4, 1985 A weekly The Special Meeting of the Nashville Village Council, held December 4, 1985 was called to order at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center in Nashville by President John Hughes. Present, D. Chaffee, R. Furlong, G. Kent, C. Tobias and J. Hughes. Absent, R. Harvey. The minutes of the last regular meeting were read and approved. Correspondence was read by the Clerk. A letter was read from the Putnam Public Library Board in regard to the alley south of the Library. Mayor to meet with the Library Board to discuss alley. A letter was read from Claudia Reynolds regard­ ing injuries to her son received while playing on the playground equipment on Riverfront park. Letter filed, no action taken. Letter read from Maple Valley Concrete Products, regarding a water disturbance, asking the Village to give prior notice when the water is to be shut off. Mayor stated, prior notice will be given when possible, but on December 3, 1985, a main water line on Francis Street broke, causing a lossage of over 200,000 gallons of water and prior notice was not possible. The following bills were presented and Motion by Chaffee, supported by D. Furlong that they be allowed ana orders drawn on Treasurer for the same. All ayes. Motion carried. GENERAL Blue Cross/ Blue Shield. 313.17 Michigan Bell........ Consumers Power (Office)................ 28.68 127.12 Consumers Power (Street Lights)......... 1,248.28 The Reminder.-..................... 88.48 Doubleday Bros. & Co. . 116.21 Carl's Market...... ... 17.62 Nashville Hardware... Mace Pharmacy............ Michigan Assoc, of Chiefs........................... .7.09 .9.84 60.00 WATER and SEWER SMPC........................ 250.00 Jackson National 483.36 Blue Cross/ Blue Shield . 626.34 Nashville Hardware 4.41 Michigan Bell (Water)......................... 3.13 Michigan Bell (Sewer)......................... 100.05 Consumers Power (Water)......................... 422.86 GARAGE and EQUIPMENT Consumers Power (Sewer)...................... Michigan Bell........ .27.22 Consumers Power 188.88 Purity Cylinder...... .7.80 Hydrotex. Inc......... 433.82 Nashville Hardware ....... 52.36 Nashville Auto Supply .. 96.13 Powers Shell............. .75 Hometown Lumbe 43.20 Maple Valley Concrete. 106.57 PARKS Pioneer Mfg. Co.................. 59.90 POLICE DEPARTMENT Michigan Bell...... Jackson National ...30.10 263.60 804.73 Nashville Hardware ....... 34.82 Maple Valley Concrete.. 14.70 Pleasant Telephone Ans. Ser.................. U.S. Postmaster......... Leon Frith..................... Underground Supply .27.50 56.56 .85.74 Co.................................. .275.00 WATER BOND INTEREST REDEMPTION U.S. Fm.H.A................. 13.950.00 STREET DEPARTMENT Municipal Supply 130.15 Morton Thokol, Inc... 1,604.77 Leon Frith, Supt. of D.P.W. gave the Department of Public Works report for the month of November, 1985. Motion by Chaffee, supported by Tobias that ef­ fective April 1, 1986 the Clerks Salary will be $3,500. per year. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by R. Furlong, supported by G. Kent to appoint Marsha Ainslie to fill the vacancy on the Village Council, left by the resignation of George Frith effective 12/5/85. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion to adjourn by G. Kent, supported by R. Furlong to adjourn, meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Dec. 12, 1985 JOHN HUGHES, President SUSAN M. CORKWELL, Village Clerk HOMETOWN YOUR FULL SERVICE LUMBER YARD DELIYERING-PLAMMING-ESTIMATING-SAYING Call and Compare...852-O882 In Nashville -1 block East on the tracks 1 A list of materials handled by Hometown Lumber for next year's projects — • • • • • • • • • • • Insulation Drywall Paneling Merrilatt Cabinets Delta Faucets Formica Treated Lumber Treated Posts Jewel Paints and Stains Tools and Hardware Strong Panel Steel and Trims report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative Workers’ Comp Law Will Help State Businesses Despite Judge’s Ruling Although a judge has overturned 20 provisions included in the recent workers’ compensation reform package, the new law will still benefit businesses in Michigan. -Ingham County Circuit Judge Robert Holmes Bell has ruled that the Legislature violated the Michigan Constitution in July when it decided to replace 37 administrative law judges, who have civil service protection, with magistrates appointed by the Governor. Adminstrative law judges, who hear and decide workers’ compensation cases, sued in August, arguing that their con­ stitutional rights had been violated. The importance of the ruling goes far beyond the future of the administrative law judges. If Judge Bell’s ruling survives an expected appeal, 19 other key sections of the bill would be in­ validated because these provisions were connected to the ones affecting the judges. Among those changes are a cap on attorney’s fees and reductions in the interest rate on accrued disability benefits and in employers’ liability for benefits to handicapped workers. Fortunately a dozen other reforms in the bill will remain in force. Reforms that stand despite the ruling will: -enable the Governor to appoint up to 15 additional, but temporary, appellate members to help reduce the backlog of appeals. -allow parties in a workers’ compensation case to settle their dispute through voluntary arbitration, instead of the workers’ compensation system. -establish a “small claims process” for claims of less than $2,000. -require adminstrative law judges to issue written opinions of law and findings of fact when ruling on cases. These measures, still in effect, will help lower business costs and preserve worker benefits by speeding appeals. If the other reforms are invalidated, the Legislature should move quickly to draft new legislation and reinstate those worthwhile provisions. Transportation Director Available To Public For Free Michigan’s new 1985-86 Public Transportation Directory is ready for distribution according to officials from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Published by the MDOT, the directory shows the routes and locations of all public transportation ser­ vices throughout Michigan. It compliments MDOT’s Official Transportation Map, which is used chiefly by highway travelers. The directory features color photographs of many of Michigan’s attractions and is available to the public free of charge. Maps in the new Public Transportation Director show all commercial air service airports and routes, intercity bus routes, passenger rail lines and local county and city public transit services. The 22-page booklet in­ cludes an extensive direc­ tory of Michigan’s com­ munities served by public transportation. The list identifies carriers serving each community plus ad­ dresses and phone numbers where further information can be obtained. The Public Transportation Directory will be distributed free to the public at MDOT’s 11 Welcome Centers and nine district offices, as well as at all bus, air and rail passenger terminals, local transit stations, state government buildings and through the Michigan Travel Bureau. Lawmaker Considers Bill To Require Testing of Inamates For AIDS Reports that an inmate in the Oakland County Jail is infected with AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) has prompted one of my colleagues, State Representative Bob Bender (R-Middleville), to draft legislation that would require the Michigan Department of Corrections to test all incoming inmates for the disease. Currently, there are no guidelines for corrections’ officials to follow regarding AIDS victims. This lack of regulations has created problems between prison guard unions and the Department of Corrections. It is clear that our prison system must test each in­ coming inmate for the disease and place those who are afflicted, or who carry the virus, in isolation to prevent widespread con­ tamination of other inmates. There is a definite problem between the prison guards and officials from the Department of Corrections. The Michigan Corrections Organization claims that there are four inmates with AIDS within the prison system while the depar tment claims there are none. The two sides are in the process of ironing out their dif­ ferences, but I think legislation is needed to protect the public health of both inmates and the guards who come in contact with them. State Police Introducing a Toll Free Number To Report Intoxicated Drivers. The State Police will in­ troduce a special toll free number which will be in operation 24 hours a day, for citizens to report intoxicated drivers. This is the first time a hot line will be used in Michigan to increase the opportunity for removing drunk drivers from the roadways. To report a suspected drunk driver, citizens can call 1­ 800-525-5555. Callers should provide the location and direction of travel, vehicle description, license number, and be able to describe the type of erratic driving observed. Although this program is new to Michigan, 10 other states are currently using this concept. Funding for this progrm is provided through a federal grant. According to the State Police, 50 percent of traffic fatalities in Michigan are alcohol related. In 1984, there were 1556 persons killed on Michigan road­ ways. Of these, 800 involved the use of alcohol. Each year, the Michigan Department of State Police arrests approximately 15,000 intoxicated drivers. As we observe Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness Week (week of Dec. 15), and as we approach the Christmas season, let’s remind everyone to use common sense during holiday celebrations. And for those individuals who forget, using this toll free line could be “a free call that can save a life.” Local 4-H Rodeo members presented state-level awards Several Eaton County 4-H Rodeo Club members received statewide awards at the Michigan 4-H Rodeo Banquet, held Nov. 23 in Charlotte. The awards were based on the year end rodeo standings, compiled from scores at all the 1985 rodeos, including the State Finals Rodeo held at Michigan State University. Mike Huver from Bellevue was named the All-Around Junior Cowboy, and Greg Flower of Charlotte earned the All-Around Senior Cowboy title. Huver also took first place in Jr. Boys Bareback Riding and second in Bull Riding. Flower also received first place in Sr. Bareback Riding and second in Bull Riding. Another Eaton County cowboy, Wade Madry of Bellevue, took first place in the Breakaway Roping event. Garrett Madry from Bellevue earned second place in Sr. Saddlebronc Riding, while Thad Madry took second in Sr. Bareback Riding. Three members were also recognized for outstanding achievements in various areas. Katie Granger, Charlotte, was recognized for her rodeo photography; Justin Sivyer, from Mulliken, for . his photography and rodeo club historian work; and Jeff Granger from Charlotte, for his rodeo clowning. Many of the rodeo par­ ticipants also received door prizes donated by local and statewide businesses. ACTION-ADS 1977 PONTIAC ASTRE: runs $700. 517-852-9705 Nashville after 6 p.m. (12-17). NOTICE Lee’s Sanitary Service Christmas Day pick up HANDYMAN WORK WANTED: Carpentry repairs, plumbing repairs, yard work, roofing. 830 Gregg St., Nashville, 852­ 9537. (tfn) GOVERNMENT HOMES FROM $1: (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. SALE SALE SALE SALE w -J will be Tuesday, Dec. 24. 3 IU 3 3 Quality Pawn Has a sale on now 'til the end of the year. 10-50% Off — All Toys — IS Id THANK YOU! AT DEALER COST rism” 3 If we cannot save you w money ... nobody can. aJ 3 Quality Pawn >rNASHVILLE • 862-9473 3TVS 31VS 31VS 31VS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 17, 1985 — Page 13 kkK' tK'ih MMl Sl tyssS 1 h SS SS l1 &% &5&'^ Ss^v*? §§S. <«S> * A Aw ‘?•si * <5$^! ?s <$ SSjhS rMJab l’k SjSJb S*St; ir»J ’Mk?* *Si ‘•*4 S J^ s &iisis i! Ss& i 521 “I ta ta i521 ^4h», nhdfca^ ^Woirnikri 1 ,aBMMLtW ■■■• Writer ikli Biiaijuji k«n>!> teMrizi i«« raih BtT feBMI Ji TH JEjjilE!! ■sera xtatKin I itaffl ins to hf a Mt n*F takH frteifcM tlMiai Jrt fa *• f. al fa a M '' [R« ffsaja*’ B !SI fcW fcW^* IK a Sa Sap*1*1 t,kfa t*»• *!5 *»• *!5 ** ■!ii »®* ®*“l i’4 #• #•* **,nl* ,nl nJ Maple Valley Board of Education MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 9, 1985 1. Opening: The meeting was called to order by D. Hawkins. 2. Minutes: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Ossenheimer to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting of November 11, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 3. Bills: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the payment of bills from general fund in the amount of $34,850.72. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 4. Payrolls: Motion made by Lehman, supported by Tobias to approve the transfer from general fund to the payroll account for the following amounts: November 22, 1985, $119,032.93: December 6, 1985, $114,360.18. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 5. Scoreboards: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve payment of the bill from Sales and Ser­ vice for the purchase of scoreboards in the High School in the amount of $3,940.12. Ayes: All. Mo­ tion carried. 6. Communications: A note was read from LaDuska Sheldon, Librarian Putnam Library, in appreciation of the contribu­ tion to Putnam Library in memory of Gary St. Onge's father. A letter was read from Mr. Howard Yost, Prin­ cipal of Kellogg and Fuller Elementaries, advis­ ing the board he would be retiring at the end of the 1985-86 school year. There was discussion regarding a self-insured program through MASB for property and casualty insurance; this will be investigated for next year. 7. Superintendent's Report: The superintendent's report was read by C. Wolff. 8. Citizen's Advisory Committee: Mr. D. Hawkins reported the citizen's advisory committee has been meeting regularly and pro­ gressing very well. 9. Plaque Presentation: A plaque was presented to Gerald Aldrich, Trans­ portation Supervisor, by Mr. Jim McKibben, Dir­ ector of General Education - Eaton Intermediate School District, for his excellence in the transportation bus driver training program. 10. Fall Sports: The actual expenses for the fall sports program being supported by the athletic boosters was $11,913.11. 11. Gerald Aldrich Negotiations: The negotiation's committee reported progress is being made on the resolution of economic issues regarding Gerald Aldrich's contract, but discrepancies still remain in determining job description and responsibility. 12. Retirement - H. Yost Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Baker to accept the letter of resignation (retire­ ment) from Howard Yost at the termination of his contract, June of 1986. Ayes: All. Motion carried. A letter of appreciation for his years of service will be sent from the board. 13. Principal - Fuller/Kellogg: Recommendations for a replacement for Howard Yost will be presented at the regular May board meeting. 14. Appreciation: The board expressed their appreciation to Car­ roll Wolff and Bill Christensen for filling in for H. Yost during his absence. 15. Probationary Contract: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Cole to approve the second year probationary contract for John Brandenburg, Algebra and Math Teacher - High School. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 16. Turbo Washer: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Lehman to accept low bid from Great Lakes Cleaning Sys­ tems, Grand Rapids, Michigan to purchase a tur­ bo washer used at the bus garage (used for cleaning buses) in the amount of $695.00. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 17. Salary - Pam Harvey: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Baker to approve the recommended salary increase for Pam Harvey, Secretary/Bookkeeper, hourly rate of $5.90. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 18. Effective Date: Amendment to the above motion was made by Tobias, supported by Baker to make the effec­ tive date of the increase December 9, 1985. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 19. Enrollment Projection: Motion made by Cole, supported by Lehman to contract Stanfred Consultants for a five year enrollment projection study in the amount of $300.00; results will be available for the January regular board meeting. Ayes: All. Motion carried. 20. Energy Audit: Motion made by Ossenheimer, supported by Tobias to contract Michigan School Business Of- 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. ficials to prepare a prioritized five year synopsis of the energy audit conducted last spring in tthe amount of $260.00. This will be available within 60 days. Ayes: All. Motion carried. Developmental Kindergarten: Bill Christensen, Principal Maplewood, gave a presentation to the board regarding the possibili­ ty of a developmental kindergarten for Maple Mapl Valley for the 1986-87 school year. This item was tabled until a later date. Baker left the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Memorial Contribution: A card was read from Sandra Briggs and family expressing their appreciation for the memorial gift to Putnam Library in memory of her sister. Superintendent's Evaluation: The superintendent's sample evaluation forms received from the School Baord Association were discussed further and tabled until the January board meeting. Eligibility Policy: Concerns were expressed regarding the new en­ acted eligibility policy. The policy will be reviewed at the February board meeting. Executive Session: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to hold an executive session to discuss negotiations for teaching and non-teaching contracts expir­ ing June 30, 1986. Roll call vote: Ayes: Ossenheimer, Tobias, Lehman, Cole, Sleeper and Hawkins, Nays: None. Absent: Baker. Time: 9:56 p.m. Regular Session: The regular session reconvened at 10:56 p.m. Workshop Session: A workshop date was set for Monday, January 6, 1985, at 7:00 p.m. at the administration build­ ing. School Board Association: There was discussion regarding the materials received from the state school board association; board members are reviewing the materials. Adjournment: Motion made by Tobias, supported by Cole to ad­ journ the meeting. Ayes: Ossenheimer, Tobias, Lehman, Cole, Sleeper, Hawkins. Nays: None. Absent: Baker. Time: 11:06 p.m. These minutes are subject to approval at the January Board Meeting. 26. 27. 28. 29. PAULA COLE Secretary - Board of Education YOU CAN’T DO BETTER THAN SUNDAY NIGHT ONLY - DEC. 22nd Wicker Tide Gloves 49 oz. Off 50°/ Off $199 Stock On Hand Our Reg. Price Timex Watches 30 / Off Mfg. 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After Maple Valley missed in the last 20 seconds last Friday to hand Maple Valley a hurried field goal attempt, Pennfield grabbed the a heartbreaking 55-50 loss in the Southern Michigan rebound, was fouled and hit a Athletic Association opener final free throw for the 55-50 for both schools last Friday. win. Earlier in the week, Maple With the game tied at 50­ 50, Pennfield’s Don Marks Valley lost a convincing 84-49 hit the front end of a one-and- decision to radically im­ one to break the tie. Marks proved Charlotte. Despite the losses. Lion missed the second shot but the Panthers’ Matt Vonk coach Jerry Reese said his grabbed the rebound, hit the young team is learning. “We’re improving,” said basket and was fouled. His free throw gave Pennfield a Reese. “We’re getting to the Lion mat men stop Bellvue; 4th in tourney The Maple Valley Wrestlers dominated Bellevue 48-9 last Thursday. At 98 Lance Brumm lost 4­ 8, Ken Meade pinned at 105, Kevin Stewart won 7-3 at 112, Andrew Finkler pinned at 119, Tim imes was pinned at 126, David Benit forfeit at 132, Scott Carpenter won at 138, Brian Sleeper won at 145, Sherman Reid pinned at 155, Greg Flower pinned at 167 Glenn Ewing pinned at 185, and Scott Villanueva pinned at heavyweight. The Lion record is now 3-0.. On Saturday the Grapplers finshed a very respectable fourth at the Class B tour­ nament at Portland. Lance Brumm finished third at 98, Ken Meade third at 105, Andrew Finkler fourth at 119, Scott Carpenter third at 138, Greg Flower second at 167, Drew Pixley second at 198, and Scott Villanueva second at heavyweight. Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... 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Maple Valley plays at Olivet this Friday. 4-H roller skating set For a fun-filled evening Thursday, Dec. 19 from 6:30­ 9:30 p.m, come to Adam’s Skating Center, 1069 Lansing Road, Charlotte for 4-H Family Roller Skating night. The entire family is invited as well as friends. This special evening is held on the third Thursday of each month. Cost is $1.50 with skates; $2.25 without skates. The next skate is scheduled for Jan. 16. Students help in canned food drive— Students at the Maple Valley schools are collecting canned food for the Com­ munity Christmas baskets that will be organized and given local families in need, a project headed by Pat Wagner of Nashville. The cans are being collected by the students until Friday, Dec. 20. Here, Kellogg students already have two boxes of food collected, shown with Angela Garber and Marcie Reid, (kneeling), and back (l-r) Dean Beardslee, Tim Shilz and Steve Hay. Frith honored for community service Auto Service CENTER w/built in regulator... 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The spectator buses will leave from the high school at 2 p.m. and return following the Pistons game at approximately 1 a.m. to the high school. at 50-50. Statistically, Maple Valley could hit just 30 percent (17of-56) from the field while Pennfield was only slightly much better at 41 percent (24-of-58). Free throw shooting kept Maple Valley in the game hitting 16-of-26 while Pennfield was only 7-of-ll. Siple led Maple Valley with 20 points and 14 rebounds. George Steinbrecher added 9 and Tai Gearhart 7. 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The award was presented by Nyle Wells, who served as master of ceremonies at the recent community potluck honoring Frith, (photo supplied) More than 100-persons Pat O’Dell, president of gathered in the Vermontville the Vermontville Chamber Fire Barn to honor lifelong of Commerce, presented Vermontville resident Frith with a fake check for Lawrence Frith. $10,000. Frith, who recently retired Nyle Wells, who served as as postmaster after 20-years master of ceremonies during of service, was recognized at the evening, presented Frith the Dec. 3 event for his years with a State of Michigan of service to the community. proclamation, signed by Following a potluck din­ Gov. James Blanchard and ner, many people shared State Rep. Ernest Nash. The experiences and stories special Legislative Tribute about Frith. recognized Frith’s many Representatives from the lifetime achievements. 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Electric Perk - Auto Drip • LIMIT 1 O'" I DOUBLE COUPONS Wednesday, Dec. 18, 1985 // k*"' Shoppers Review Store _ 19* LIMIT I WTIH SKI.IXI I>1 l<( HAST I X< LI HIM. BI-.I-.R. WINL. it III ms (1)1 PIRh.SSA TlIKlJAV. 1)1 < 21, I'W.t. TDBAKU I>1)S T\ At Your Shoppers Review Store 11 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-12-23.pdf 05685ca6da23b0c86046fe1ea195c425 PDF Text Text hastngs pubuctubbaky w i CHURCH STREET “ssnuv 7W»- MfCMgMi 49058 Hastings Public Libary 121 S. Church St. Hastings, MI 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Vol. 114 - Lewis, Villanueva file for Vermontville mayor by Shelly Sulser Harmon of 360 S. Main, Democrats Beverly Sue Douglass J. Durkee of 300 S.. Villanueva and Donald Maple and Roger Lewis are both hoping to Trowbridge of 329 S. Main capture the Vermontville are also seeking election to mayoral post when voters go four year trustee terms. to the polls in the February Democrat Linda Ramey, a 17 primary election. present trustee is seeking to The incumbent Villanueva retain the two-year seat on is seeking her second term the council she has held since as Vermontville’s mayor, her appointment last March, while Lewis, a current while Republican Russell O. council trustee is seeking the Bennett is also seeking mayor spot rather than election to the two-year post reelection to his four-year he was appointed to early trustee seat. this month when Joyce Lewis has served on the Peterson resigned. village council as trustee for Village Treasurer 10 years. Kathleen Marsh is the lone In the race for the two year candidate for her two year village clerk position, position and no petitions Democratic incumbent were filed for village Sharon Stewart of 177 Maple assessor, a job Mike Booher Street, Vermontville, hopes presently holds. to retain the job she has held Stewart noted that nor­ there since she was ap­ mally, council trustee seats pointed by the council in are four year terms and only November of 1984. about three seats are voted Stewart’s only opponent in on, but because so many the race for clerk is members of the village Republican Ricki Hill of 179 board had resigned while E. Main St. serving their terms, all but There are five candidates one public office is up for seeking the three-available election. That seat is one that four-year terms. Jim trustee Lana Oster holds on Peterson, a council trustee, the council. has chosen not to seek The primary election will reelection to his four year be held Feb. 17, 1986 when post, while appointed in­ voters will narrow the cumbent Bill Bailey and number of candidates, who newcomer Joe Ann Nehmer, will go on to vie for the seats both Democrats, are vying they are seeking in the for four year council seats. March 10 general election. Republicans Rodney Lee o. — onay, ecemer , Howard Yost to retire as elementary principal by Shelly Sulser Howard Yost, a man who has dedicated 24 years of his life to educating children, plans to retire from his job as principal of Fuller and Kellogg elementary schools in the Spring. “It’s been a very rewar­ ding profession,” he says of his years in education. “You either like working with kids or you don’t.” Yost decided to take ad­ vantage of a new state retirement plan that he became eligible for when he turned 55 last month. He will retire when his contract expires in June. In his letter to the Maple Valley Board of Education, announcing his retirement, Yost commented that “I...have fond memories of my 24 years in education and the past 18 years at Maple Valley. I shall miss working with the excellent staff, students and parents that I have come to know in this period of time. “The students most of all have been my life.” he said. After graduating from Adrian High School in 1950, Yost served in the Navy from 1952 until 1956. He then went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Adrian College in 1963 and received his master’s from Eastern Michigan University in 1968. From 1960 to 1963, Yost worked for the Detroit Tigers baseball team as a scout, where he went from town to town setting up training camps in search of a new baseball star. “Kids would come in by the busloads,” Yost recalls. “We were in search of an outstanding prospect we could sign.” Prior to starting his principal duties at Maple Valley in 1968, Yost taught fifth and sixth grade students in the Taylor public schools and at the Plymouth schools. He also taught adult education classes, and was in charge of the schools’ camping programs. During his first two years in the Maple Valley disrict, Yost was principal of not only Fuller and Kellogg schools in Nashville, but the Maplewood school in Ver­ montville as well. “I feel there have been a lot of changes in education,” said Yost, who lives in Hastings where his wife, Jan, is a third grade teacher at Central Elementary School. “It’s a continually changing field.” The Yosts have two children. Michael, 24, is an employee of Eberhard’s in Hastings and Sarah, 20, is a student at Hillsdale College. Some changes include cuts made in many school districts due to limited funding for school programs. “When I first came to Maple Valley, we had art, and phys. ed. We used to have a full time counselor and nurse just for Maple Valley,” Yost remembers. Howard Yost, principal in the Maple Valley district for 18 years, will retire in June. “Now, these services are gone.” Speaking of Maple Valley School Superintendent Carroll Wolff, Yost praised him for the dedication he has displayed over the years. “I really feel that our superintendent has taken a lot of abuse from the people but he has managed to avoid a strike in Maple Valley,” Yost said, and, “He has had to borrow money for a number of years to pay the bills. Maple Valley probably operates under the lowest millage around but our doors have never closed.” Yost continued, stating his feeling that, “Our taxpayers have got to realize that we can’t keep going the way we have and still expect an excellent educational program for the kids.” Noting that he has enjoyed his many years dealing with the kids, Yost feels that “working with young people keeps you young.” Also in his letter to the board, Yost noted “I do look forward to the new op­ portunities that retirement and its challenge will provide.” He noted that he and his wife own a cabin in the Upper Peninsula, and he hopes to spend more time there during his retirement, exercising his hobbies of fishing, woodworking and oil painting. With a new chapter in his life yet to come, Yost says retirement will be “an en­ tirely new challenge.” Six file petitions for seats on Nashville Village Council Six Republican candidates are vying for three available trustee seats on the Nash­ ville council in the February primary election. Present council trustee Carl Tobias is hoping to recapture his seat on the council for another two years, while trustee Bob Harvey will not seek another term. Marsha Ainslie, appointed to fill the spot George Frith resigned last month, hopes to reclaim her spot on the board. Also in the race for the two-year trustee seats on the council are newcomers Donald Williams of 325 Maple St., Larry Filter of 209 E. Francis St., Frank A. Purchis of 206 S. Main and Suzanne Kienutske of 209 E. Washington. With current Village Cleric Susan M. Corkwell not seeking reelection to the office she has held for the past 10 years, one newcomer will be elected. In the clerk contest, Republican Pamela Godbey of 618 Washington St., a current deputy clerk in Castleton Township, is vying for the two-year seat against Republicans Katie Goodner of 401 E. Francis St. and Cynthia Doolittle of 212 Middle St. Current Village Assessor Justin Cooley is the only candidate for that two-year post, and the two-year village president position is uncontested with incumbent John Hughes being the sole candidate. Also, current village teasurer Lois Elliston is unopposed in the election for that two-year post The primary is to be held Feb. 17, with the deadline to register to vote being Jan. 20. �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 2 'The Town Where Christmas Died' By Edgar Fleetham Uniontown was a large, bustling, thriving city somewhere in the United States of America. Its populace was largely old stock Americans who held to the customs, the values, and the legacies of past generations. These were all a part of their foundations and a part of the economic and social well-being of Uniontown. Uniontown had a beautiful City Hall. Citizens were very proud of it In December it was always beautifully decorated. Over the P.A. system you could often hear the muted strains of the lovely Christmas Carols. The grounds upon which the facilities of the Board of Water and Light stood were spacious and always beautifully tended. At this time of the year, there was a Nativity Scene somewhere on the lawn where all could see. The great majority of Uniontownians always appreciated and enjoyed all of this. Then one day some “civil rights” groups decided that these displays were an of­ fense to them personally, and a violation of the Constitution. They were a very small minority,' but were very vocal. To them it violated the legal premise of the Separation of Church and State. They sued the City and demanded that all of the trappings of Christmas that could be identified with religious faith be removed. In vain, the City Attorney argued that the carols, Nativity Scene, and the decorations had been part and parcel of local custom and culture for generations! Indeed, they were rooted in the heritage of the people. The majority approved them and only a small minority objected! The Judge turned a deaf to the City and oblingingly ordered that all semblance of Christmas that could be equated with a religious holiday be removed. The City Council and the Mayor were angry and Happy Holidays ...from... DOROTHY and IRENE Irene’s Beauty Shop PHONE — 852-9107 disturbed, but they were also men and women who believed in obeying the law. Workmen removed the Nativity Scene and any such minatures from City Hall. Carols were no longer heard over the Public Address System. But they, the Council, went further. They reasoned that if part of the observance of Christmas was illegal then “All of it must be! It was probable, they said, that the very spirit of the Holiday had its in­ ception in the age old message of, “Peace on earth, good will toward men” that echoedat the very first Christmas. So they ordered that all of the trees, lighting and decorations in the streets and in all public buildings be removed. Santa Claus and even the secular music of Christmas was banned. Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and Here Comes Santa Claus were notable casualties. Christ­ mas bonuses were recinded and vacation time cancelled. There was to be no parties. Since it did not fall on either Saturday or Sunday, Dec. 25th was to be considered an ordinary working day. All personnel would be expected to report for work. The Public School System, seeing the handwriting on the wall, took similiar ac­ tion. All teachers, personnel <:nd students were told to regard Dec. 25th as a regular, mandated day of school. 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Em­ ployers ordered all per­ sonnel to report for work on Dec. 25th. If Christmas were illegal as a Christmas Holiday there was no point in observing it. People quit buying gifts. Stores were bulging with unsold mer­ chandise because there were so few buyers. Hundreds of clerks were sent home on indefinite lay-offs. Some shops closed their doors. This unexpected turn of events enraged “civil rights” groups. Their at­ torneys argued bitterly before the Judge that the fringe benefits of Christmas far removed and separate from the phiiospy of a religious holiday. These had long been a matter of custom, heritage and precedent. A majority of the people favored them! Christmas (at least its benefits) had been can­ celled. This violated the Constitution. The Lawyers appeared before the Judge and and insisted that he issue a restraining order against the schools, the city and the private sector. He, the Judge, was caught up in a terrible dilemma. Above all, he had to be consistent in the judicial rationale of his decisions. His original decision began to trouble him. Finally he said sadly, “we have thrown the baby out with the bath water. We are the victims of our own misguided thinking”. He denied the restraining order. The situation only grew worse in Uniontown as Dec. 25th approached. A teeming spirit of joy and good will was replaced with meanness of spirit. People no longer smiled and said “Happy Holiday or Merry Christ­ mas”. Sullen silence or snarls took the place of happier greetings. The elderly, the poor, and the needy, along with the outcasts were ignored or forgotten. Trees, decorations, and beautiful lighting disap­ peared from private homes. Santa Clauses were removed. In derision they were replaced with replicas of the dour and unhappy Scrooge and the snarling Grinch. Uniontown, U.S.A, became Edgar Fleetham known “as the place where the very spirit of Christmas died.” Thoughtful people everywhere were convinced that far more than a mere holiday observance had died With it. Cities and towns throughout the nation became obsessed with the fear of being next. Were the SWEET and HOW GOOD 650 S. Main — Vermontville AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH 250 N. Main, Vermontville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. ('/« mile East of M-66,5 miles Sun. School... 9:45 a.m. south of Nashville) Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Sunday: Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. A.M. Worship .. 11 a.m.Sunday: . 1 16 ap.mm.Youth Fellowship . 6 p.m.Evening Service .. 6 p.m. A.M. Service... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ..y..& 6 p.m.Bible Study......... 7 p.m.Wednesday: P.M. Service ....... 7 p.m. Wed. 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LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 3 Developmental kindergarten being proposed by Shelly Sulser A developmental kin­ dergarten program could be offered in the Maple Valley school system y next y, year, if the school board approves the proposal next month. The alternative kin­ dergarten class, proposed by Maplewood Principal Bill Christensen, would be called the “Young Fives” class, and include five-year-old children from both Nashville and Vermontville who are not quite ready to enter the regular kindergarten. “The whole basis is that we want children’s first experience with school to be a successful one,” Christensen told the board. “They would be doing the kinds of things in there (the new class) that they are developmentally ready for so they would be basically viewed a success. It would be a different curriculum.” Children that could be placed in the class, with the complete knowlege and approval of the parents, are those that score low on the kindergarten roundup test given each April, Christensen said. “Those who scored rather low on the test would be tested a second time,” he added, “and then based on that second test, there would be a recommendation made to the parents to either have their child go to regular kindergarten as we’ve always done or to go to the ‘Young Fives’ program.” These children would be the same age as those eligible for kindergarten, which is five-years-old on or before Dec. 1. The latest contributions to Putnam Public Library’s building fund came recently in memory of Grace Cooley from Ross and Grace Thomas, Paul and Ethel Gibson, Kenneth and Hulda Kreig, the Maple Grove Township Board, Maurice and Ardis Purchis, Olith Hamilton, Mel and Millie Barton, Donald and Elaine week training program for Maple Valley and Lakewood teachers. 7116 program will begin Tuesday evening, Jan. 7 at Lakewood and Thur­ sday, Jan. 9 at Maple Valley. The program will include four hours of training each evening related to the identification of children along with development of varied programs to work with these children needing assistance. Personnel from the Michigan School Business Officials will be conducting an in-service training program for Maple Valley custodial and maintenance personnel on Friday, Jan. 3 as part of the general energy audit and review which they are providing at Maple Valley. School will resume again on Monday, Jan. 6. The end of the first semester will be Friday, Jan. 17; and school will not be in session on Jan. 17. Teachers will be com­ pleting records and having in-service meetings. The members of the board of education and school adminstrators would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your past support, and we look forward to working together in the future providing a quality educational program for the students at Maple Valley. It is our wish that all of you have a happy holiday season. Bobbie’s Look good for the super holiday. Be nailed, styled & tan for the holiday. J( Diana’s Nail SPECIAL u Nail Extension.. $30 Bring a friend and each Nail Extensions is .................. Only fcwg — Gift Certificates — — 2 Weeks Only — — PERMS — *5°° Off SOftOO OU MASTERCARD and VISA SUNTAN BED Sa me Good Prices I 10 VISITS *35°° “And times also when the opposite would be true: If a youngster had entered the kindergarten program that wasn’t ready for it, he could be placed in the young fives class,” said Christensen. He is proposing to hold a morning and an afternoon section of the special class at Maplewood in Vermontville, and noted existing morning and afternoon bus tran­ sportation from Nashville to Vermontville would be used. In addition, two bus runs at the middle of the day would have to be implemented, he Memorial contributions helping fund General Scheel Report By Superintendent Carroll J. Wolff The Christmas holiday season is here, and we are rapidly approaching the end of another calendar year. All of us should take time to be thankful for the many varied opportunities which are available to us in our daily lives including the educational programs of­ fered in the State of Michigan as well as throughout the United States. We can look back with pride when we consider the many achievements and general success of the students at Maple Valley. The general success and improvement of any school district is made possible through the cooperative efforts of everyone. Your continued support of the Maple Valley Schools and school personnel will be helpful in making educational improvements. At the present time mem­ bers of the Citizen’s Ad­ visory Committee v are devoting many hours to the study and review of the Maple Valley School program. Chairman Pastor Lester DeGroot and co­ chairman Susie Butler are providing strong leadership for this group. Kay Howell from the Michigan Dyslexia Institute will be coordinating a six “In spite of the name ‘Young Fives,’ children would really be placed into this program based on their maturity, not on their chronological age,” con­ tinued Christensen. “You could have a youngster that is five years and three months that is less mature than a youngster that is five years old.” He also noted there would be certain times during the school year when children who were ready could leave the ‘Young Fives’ class and go to regualr kindergarten. 250 MIN. $45 Bobbie's UNIQUE NAIL SERVICE Leonard, Charles and Clara Liebhauser, and Lloyd and Eunice Priddy; in memory of Lawrence Annis from Olith Hamilton; in memory of William Schantz from Claire and Gertrude Tobias and Mel and Millie Barton; in memory of Earl Pennock from Charles and Clara Liebhauser, Olith Hamilton, Mel and Millie Barton and Clarie and Gertrude Tobias; in memory of Caroline Jones from Clara and Charles Liebhauser; in memory of Evelyn Dean from Ronald and Cynthia Dean; in memory of Clara and Vera Shelden from Victor L. Torres; in memory of Richard Green from Eldon and Wilma Day; in memory of Louella Sweet from Olith Hamilton; and in memory of Zula Bruce from Lloyd and Eunice Priddy and Nathan and LaDuska Sheldon. Donations to the fund to add a proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to the present facility on North Main Street may be made at the library or mailed to Post Office Box C, Nashville, 49073. Unless anonymity is requested, names of donors and of those named in gifts will be listed weekly in the Maple Valley News and will be inscribed on special scrolls to be displayed in the new wing. Vermontville news by Ava Kroger Coming Events Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve service at the Methodist Church at 7 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church. Dec. 25 - Christmas! Not much news because of an early pick-up on Friday. Mrs. Lois (Davis was able to come home Thursday from Pennock Hospital after her fall last Sunday in which she suffered a concussion requiring stitches in her head and many bruises. Most Christmas parties and programs are over and school dismissed Friday ACTION-ADS 4X4 FOR SALE: 1978 Chevy. Very clean, low mileage, one owner. 1200x15 BFG mounted on 10 in. spokes, 400 engine with duals fiberglass cap and 4 new 750x15 snow tires on wheels go with truck. 852-9500 days; 852-1650 nights, (tfn) FOR RENT: 3 bedroom house newly remodeled 275 per month, close to down­ town Nashville. No pets. References. Call 852-1551. CARD OF THANKS Thank you Dr. Schirmer and all the nurses who cared for me in Pennock Hospital. Thanks to all for cards, prayers, visits and flowers. Special thanks to Rev. Lynn Wagner, Rev. Dan Smith, the Francis Knoll family who cared for me and the Louis Shermans. Freida Laurent Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CAFETERIA — THURSDAYS... 7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. Doors Open at... 5:30 p.m. until January 6. Word was received that Mrs. Lois Gaut Fisher of Escanaba passed away Wednesday evening at the hospital after her recent of fall. Services to be held Saturday at the Anderson Funeral Home in Escanaba. Survivors include one sister Bernice Adrion of Cornvallis, Oregon who’s been there since the accident, three brothers, Philip and his wife Norma of Olivet, Robert and his wife Mercene and Harold of Jackson. Smypathy cards could be sent to 1128 S. 13th, Escanaba 49829 as Lois had many friends here and was a graduate of VHS Class of 1918. Mr. William Redman of Hastings called on his for­ mer teacher, Greta Firster Wednesday evening. said. He also noted he is proposing the class be held in Vermontville for two reasons. “Number one, we have the room and second we think that will be the least amount of added transportation,” he said. Based on the tests, Christensen said recom­ mendations would be made as to which kindergarten class the children should attend. “This would not be special education. The youngster, say for example that was mentally impaired, would not be a partofthis program. They are already placed in special education programs,’’ said Christensen. Christensen also added that “at this point, we give the kindergarten roundup test. But really the parents have three choices: One, they put them in the kin­ dergarten program... they put them in a pre-school program...they keep them at home. This hopefully is an alternative to keeping them home.” Other similar develpmental programs currently exist in Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge, Potterville and Charlotte, all districts in the Eaton Intermediate School District. Christensen said the education directors of those districts report that each year, they feel there are parents who decide to send their youngster to this program rather than keep them at home. He also requested the board have a decision concerning the program by the end of January so he and the teachers can prepare parents for the option of the class and to have time to order materials. “At this point, all we’re doing is a more concrete proposal,” Christensen said. He noted that a teacher with special training is preferred, and noted Maplewood teacher Judy Rohr is the best candidate, having an early school en­ dorsement on her teaching certificate “Our goal would be to end up with approximately 18 students in the class,” said Christensen. He noted that added cost for transportation would be about $5,000 and the Maple Valley district would generate state aid dollars for each student enrolled. The board agreed to in­ form the citizens advisory committee of the proposal and to get its input before making the final decision concerning the new project next month. Christmas and Happy New Year to you andyourfamily. Merry ...FROM... Vermontville Village President Beverly Sue Villanueva &. Family Maple Valley Concrete Products (517)852-1900 — SOUTH SIDE OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 — �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 4 Memories of the past Nashville's previous holidays remembered (Note: Portions of the following account first ap­ peared as a Memories of the Past published December 24, 1979.) “Snow blankets the ground, and the merry sound of sleighbells tinkles the ear,” observed The Nash­ ville News in early December 1873. (It was the first Yule for that newspaper, founded earlier that year.) Chrismas soon would descend on the tiny village nestled in the valley of the Thornapple River like a scene from a quanit old greeting card. “Old Santa Claus, with whiskers more beautiful than ever, is holding out at village will have a lot more new concrete or brick sidewalks, come spring.” Then, as now, local merchants advertised their holiday wares in The News. “Only ten days to Christmas and I have largely replenished my stock of scissors, razors and revolvers, and will sell them from now to then at lower prices than ever heard of before,” announced local hardwareman Charles C. Wolcott in December 1877. “A full nickle-plated revolver, sevenshot, for $2.50, and New Year’s coming.” Firearms played an im­ portant role in early holiday celebrations one custom that seems to have been Cap Boise’s store this week and is proving the best drawing card in town,” noted The News when Christmas 1874 rolled around. “Cap reports that business is brisk.” Nashville’s holiday ob­ servance a century ago bears a striking resem­ blance to today’s school vacations, church doings, enterprising merchants and weary shoppers. “A loose plank in the sidewalk on Washington was responsible for the sudden fall of a 200-pound man carrying an armful of Christmas parcels Tuesday evening,” informed The News just before the 1880 Yule. “If his loud complaints were generally heard, the The Nashville Evangelical Sunday School in 1903 departed from the usual custom of having a tree at their Christmas program and chose instead to pile presents in and around a cabin carefully made of real logs. This photo was taken sometime after 1926, the year the church was raised to add basement facilities. The main structure dates back to 1885-86, and the tower and north wing were added in 1903. The building is now a portion of the Nashville Baptist Church, following the Evangelical merger with the Methodists in the 1960s. Christmas tree decorations are one thing that have changed down through the years. This early view from the Len Feighner collection shows a tree decorated with what appear to be fancy handerkerchiefs. Perhaps they are gifts, as others (doll and dishes on table, picture, basket, lantern, etc. on floor) seem to be on display. In the turn-of-the-century days, only the richest families had Christmas trees in their homes. Others often exchanged gifts at the trees in the local churches during holiday exercises. Several customers link Nashville's Christmases Past with Christmases Present. Viewed from Standpipe hill in Putnam Park, the village nestles along the frozen Thornapple, resembling a quaint Currier & Ives hohday scene. Visible in this about1920 photo is the 1899 iron river bridge, right, and the 1891 waterwork building, now the Community y Center.. At left is the old Frank Kel ogg gg home with nearby y team and rig westbound on what now is Kellogg Street. Note heads of four spectators visible just below hill in right foreground. altered by modern times. “A shooting match is planned the day before Christmas at Charley Baker’s place north of Assyria,” disclosed The News in 1878. “Charley announces he has a hundred turkeys, plus ducks and geese, so get your guns, boys.” At a shoot at Charles Wilson’s place a week earlier, F.J. Purchis and W.E. Buel, both of Nashville had together brought away nine turkeys for exactly a dollar’s worth of shooting apiece, the writer noted. One holiday tradition that seems not to have changed over the years is the presentation of various church and com­ munity programs throughout the village. “Christmas was a gala occasion in Nashville,” recorded The News in 1878. “Christmas Eve there were several hundred people at the Baptist Church, were an estimated 200 presents hung on a huge tree. On the af­ ternoon of Christmas Day a program was given at the Christian Church and many presents distributed. Then, Christmas night, came the big gathering at the opera house.” The nearly new hall on Washington Street near Main was packed for the show. After an hour-long program the curtain of the stage was rolled up to reveal a beautiful Christmas arch loaded with close to 400 gifts, which were removed and distributed by Santa Claus and his assistants “with great dispatch and or­ derliness.” The 1878 opera house presentation was not without its lighter moments, thanks to awestruck little ones whose performances were as typical as they are timeless. It had been arranged for a company of little singers, standing on a platform at the side of the stage, to sing an appropriate song as a ship loaded with presents came “sailing” in. “They commenced all right,” related The News, “but when the curtain went up disclosing the ship sailing upon the scene in all its light and glory, the little singers were struck speechless with delight and despite loud whispers from the directors, seemed to have lost their voices.” Twenty years later, and through the turn of the century into the early 1900s, masquerade balls arranged by Hiram Walrath and his orchestra became standard Christmas Eve fare at the opera house. Prizes, often 151b. turkeys, were awarded to the nicest dressed lady and the most comically dressed gentleman attending the dance. Traditional holiday programs continued to be staged at local churches sometimes with a different twist. “The Evangelical Sunday School this year will depart from the usual custom of having a tree at their Christmas program,” The News advised readers in 1903. “For their Christmas Eve exercises they will have a log cabin, a real building carefully made of logs, and presents will be piled in and around the structure.” Local and surrounding country schools also offered Yuletide presentations while many of the children were enjoying a ' temporary reprieve from the Three ‘R’s. “Most of the schools in this vicinity have closed for holiday vacations of a month or more,” reported The News in mid-December 1902. Turn-of-the century Christmas shoppers found plentiful gift suggestions offered by local merchants and listed in a News sum­ mary by publisher Len W. Feighner to prove that the finest holiday merchandise “can be bought right here in Nashville.” One of the busiest places in town at the Christmas season in the early 1900s was Joseph C. Hurd’s photographic gallery. “Joe says he still can take pictures and have them in time for finished Christmas gifts,” advised The News just a week before the 1903 holiday. A quarter-century later, Christmas in Nashville had become a civic affair. “Thanks to the efforts of the Woman’s Literary Club, the large evergreen tree in Central Park will be lighted this week with colored lights and other decorations,” readers of The News were told in mid-December 1928. “The village council has appropriated $10 toward the light fund and the WLC will stand the additional $8 estimated as needed.” The school operetta, “Santa Claus & Co.,” had to be cancelled that year due to a widespread outbreak of flu, but Nashville’s newly lighted tree cheered the holiday season, 1928. Eleven years later the village took on an even more festive air. “This year for the first time Nashville has Christ­ mas decorations on Main Street,” boasted The News in 1939. “At the intersection of Maple Street four garlands of evergreen and colored lights stretch to the center of the street, where a lighted cross is suspended.” The village council had approved expenditure for the materials and hoped additional decorations could be purchased each year until “eventually there will be lights enough to decorate the entire length of the business district.” In 1979 that long-standing dream came true. Thanks to the local Chamber of Commerce, 40 years after that first simple cross was suspended over Main Street, the length of the business district was lighted with lamp post decorations linking Nashville’s Christmases Past with Christmases Present. — GIFT CERTIFICATES — The Village Hair Port 470 EAST AAAIN, VERMONTVILLE Call for appointment... 726-0257 MENS • WOMENS • CHILDREN �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985__Page 5 Old village records unlock more Vermontville heritage under the age of 18 to enter any local tavern unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian. Notice shall be displayed in a prominent place in said taverns to in­ form the public of the above regulation... this ordinance shall take effect on Nov. 1, 1949. We hereby certify that this ordinance was passed at a regular meeting of the village council, Oct. 7,1949.” Another ordinance passed in 1950, states the sale of beer Wednesday, Dec. 25 Merry Christmas! All sites closed. Thursday, Dec. 26 - Roast turkey-gravy, whipped potato, bread dressing, chilled apricots, squash. Hastings, Craft Class, Bingo, film by Lansing Gilbert. Nashville, Bingo. Friday, Dec. 27 - Grilled liver-onions, broccoli, cherry chip cookies, baked potato. Hastings, Legal Aid. Woodland, Blood Pressure, »«b SiJ “***kS *** Jl*? *»' JWIItt,l1? 1*??< *<**<»,J££, J*^toS ta deertii| toto sssnfl Era jsii wii| ■ arm seasti lakam >toiaiii{ taa Itoithi sSfrii i awry ■ tatai ■ k Iks $M,'Wl n'ltkti ia«2is lafiMii Rdadlf irajar meiimA i^srtni a®dlte isMsfc ptaFM tniiS (jj fflEJ Dts^1 jok ini fls^pats nfxirs* nea sp®i1?' 3® 2 5 ii®lW|i pttadai* ,—Mffr kfcwP is® .. *ww w k «* * «*2w^: > S>> cards and games. Monday, Dec. 30 Spaghetti-meat & sauce, wax beans, citrus section salad, Italian bread, tapioca pudding. Hastings, Craft class. Nashville, film by Lansing Gilbert. Tuesday, Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve. Dinner served at 11 a.m. All sites close att noon. Polish sausage, whipped potato, corn, chilled pineapple. Hastings, Puzzle, Nashville, Puzzle. Low-cost noon meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60. Suggested donation is 75. cents, with food stamps oo samps accepted acceped. Margarine are included with each meal. All sites are barrier free. Meals are catered by Pennock Hospital. Call 948-4856 a day in advance for reservations. clerk has a deputy clerk, that handles all the water and sewer billing for the town. But during the time Nagle was clerk, she handled all village business herself and residents would go to her home to pay their bills, sometimes late at night. She also recalled the village had to depend on the county for police protection in those days and a man in the village who served as night watch. “There have been a lot of changes since I was in it,” said Nagle, “and a lot of improvements.” After finding the old books at the village hall, Stewart recommended to the council they be donated to the village museum or the library. Nagle said she would prefer to see them donated to the library. “They would certainly make good reading,” she said. However, no decision has been made yet. Celebrate NEW YEAR’S EVE/ 1 WITH US AT... ■Suita, " tors 11atad»|{ ■totu it®^ “toStat growth of Vermontville’s population over the years, and shows only a slight in­ crease. In 1951, there were 704 Vermontville residents, compared to the present population of 800. Wages in past years have ice sed dramatically, increased diclly, according to the old records, which show that in 1938, some village employees earned $10 per week. Presently, the village Barry CO A Menu, Schedule of Events WlSJs W *• to *aBUS| 2ta.’k?!* and wine between 2 ajn. and midnight on Sundays shall be prohibited. In 1937, the village president recommended that in accordance with the senate enrolled act number 135 passed by the senate and effective July 21, 1937, the council went on record dissapproving any sale of liquor by the glass in the village of Vermontville. The ordinance book also gives an indication of the the Vermontville Village Clerk Sharon Stewart, left, and former clerk Leta Nagle recently got together to look over some old village records Stewart found in the office recently. by Shelly Sulser The little town with the big reputation for golden maple syrup will be 150 years old in 1986, and plans for the sesquecentennial celebration are already being made. Old, yellowed and tattered pages of past Vermontville village council minutes were recently brought to light, unlocking a pathway to in­ formation about the way village business was once conducted. Current Village Clerk Sharon Stewart recently located the minutes, along with birth and death records and village ordinance documents, that had been hidden away in a box and probably nearly forgotten. The documents show that from 1923 to 1960, the village clerk was responsible for keeping track of local births and deaths by writing cer­ tificates. “Now, that is handled through the county,” Stewart noted. One person who held the office of cleric for 14 years, and has lived in the village most of her 84 years is Leta Nagle, who recalls having to keep track of village Carpenter’s Den^ From our readers To the Editor: The age old story of Christmas is Joy and hope. records, bills and ordinances out of her home. She has Cn that first Christmas lived in the same house in nearly two thousand years ago God came to earth in the Vermontville since 1918. “I never had an office,” flesh to dwell amongst us, she said, also recalling that John 3:16. The promise of the for a full year of recor­ Season has never lessened dkeeping and billing, she nor diminished. It is a true received a total of $500 today as it was then. Then there is with us the during her firstyear of clerk in 1957. By Jhe time she anticipation of a new decided not to run for the beginning with the coming of office again in 1971, Nagle’s the New Year. In many ways salary had doubled. 1985 has been one of "Now, the clerk works in the problems and concerns, as village office each day and well as blessings. But life is earns a yearly salary of one day at a time and the $9,000. dawning ofa new day always During the time Nagle carries with it opportunity worked as the village clerk, and hope. she also served as the To the Maple Valley News Vermontville township clerk, an office she held for and Staff, and to all of its readers, may your Christ­ 20 years. Many of the village or­ mas be one of Joy and dinances, which still stand Happiness and the New Year today, are handwritten or the best ever. How fortunate we are to typed and pasted into a book. One 1949 ordinance per- live in a great, free Nation! tains to an issue that drew Equally fortunate are we to much concern in Vermontville recently, con­ ACTION-ADS cerning minors in bars. The HANDYMAN WORK ordinance adopted Oct.7, 1949 by the council and WANTED: Carpentry Village President Fred Wade repairs, plumbing repairs, and Clerk A.L. Barningham, yard work, roofing. 830 states that “It shall be Gregg St., Nashville, 852unlawful for any person 9537. (tfn) $O00 0 per person includes DJ, Buffet and Party Favors live in communities where people live and love and share and care. Little Tiny Tim’s ob­ servation from Dickens imortal Christmas Carol seems most appropriate “God Bless us — every one”! Edgar Fleetham Eaton County Commissioner. Forinformation call is under New Ownership m Burd, Darwin Raffler, & Jack De’ — SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS — Tuesday, December 24 ... 11 to 11 p.m. Wednesday, December 25 ... 4 to 11 p.m. New Year's Eve ... OPEN ALL NIGHT - FREE DELIVERY TO SENIOR CITIZENS - Family Style Dining Goodtime Pizza 119 N. Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. 726-1043 TEEN DANCE Saturday, Dec. 28,7 pm - 11:30 pm. BAR will be CLOSED during these hours. (Ages 12-18) CARPENTER’S DEN 177 South Main, Vermontville 2996 N. Ionia Road VERMONTVILLE Ph. 726-0486 RC, RC100, Diet Rite and * <1a qq c Nehi Flavors ™ 8 pack Honey Roasted Peanuts HOLIDAY STEINS *Z nn. $7I99 Special 1985 Budweiser COLLECTOR ORNAMENTS ★ Last Minute DEP /| O CICLIEDC 1985 Budweiser Goodtime Pizza U Gift Ideas Packaged Liquor in Decorated Boxes Candy Canes & Stockings $000 0 • Miller's Ice Cream • State Journal • Hot & Cold Subs and Sandwiches • Instant Lottery Tickets OPEN Christmas Eve 8:00 a.m. * 9:30 p.m. CLOSED Christmas Day OPEN New Year’s Eve 8:00 a.m. -12:00 a.m. OPEN New Year’s Day 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. — HOURS — Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday 8:00 a.m. -12:00 a.m. Sundays 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 6 MV Student Council busy spreading holiday cheer Maple Valley High School students have been busy during the holiday season with an assortment of projects and festivities. The high school student council is repsonsible for sponsoring a canned food drive, where a grand total of 251 cans were collected to help needy families in Nash­ ville and Vermontville. Not only was food a wanted item, but children’s toys were also gathered by school students, which will be used in Nashville’s Community Christmas Basket project, headed by Pat Wagner. Each second hour class at the school also had the opportunity to get into the spirit of the season, by competing in a door decorating contest. Although the results of the contest were not available at press time, the winners were awarded blue and white cakes made by Connie Kane and Deanna Hampton. Judges for the contest were Sandi Christie, Donna Brown, Barb Gagne and Donna Mahon. Dear Santa: Walker, Elizabeth Ryan, Jim Bryan and Jeff Sleeper of the Maple Valley udeny student council are shown with some of the nearly 100 toys collected by school students. Dear Santa: I love you. I hope you think I’ve been good this year. I would like a fast sled and a etch-a-sketch please. I would also like some legos. Thank You, From Johnny LET ALL PEACE ACTION-ADS I CHAIN SAWS: Husqvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, (517) 726-0133. (TFN) OUR HEARTS THIS CHRISTMAS LOST: female Sable Collie in vicinity of Shaytown and Allegan, very gentle any information please call7260119 Vermontville. GOVERNMENT HOMES FROM $1: (U repair). Also Bob Carl is shown with a door he helped to decorate at MVHS in the decorating contest. delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. Last Minute Shoppers igR Carmen Hamilton, Brian Sleeper and Diane Kane are members of the Maple Valley student council which sponsored a canned food drive at the school. 251 cans were collected and will be divided equally between Vermontville and Nashville needy families. 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Harvey has ten years of experience in the lumber business at Fulton Lumber in Charlotte and four years of selling insurance. A 1967 graduate of Charlotte High School, he has also attended Michigan State University for in­ surance school. He and his wife, Pam, have two children, Trent, 6, and Craig, 4. Harvey is a member of the Hastings Moose Lodge and the Nashville United Methodist Church. ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) THANKS! Stan & Mary, Monte, Tony, Doug & Jane, Pat, Bob & Rosie, Don WE COULDN’T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU! Erv and 0.J ] �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 7 Merry Christmas or Happy Birthday Jesus by Les Dumont (This story was submitted by Leslie Dumont of Ver­ montville. It was previously published in the News Flash, published by the International Die Sinkers’ Conference where he is employed.) Angeles, and one from Hawaii. There were floats of all descriptions and _m_a_ny„ familiar cartoon characters either walking or as balloons. Department stores were well represented and the atmosphere was one of happiness and gaiety in spite It was Thanksgiving Day of the obvious cold in some morning. Breakfast wa _ a r_e_a_s__al_ong with the crowds oyer and my wife was that were present to observe cleaning up. Being the good these gala events. husband that I am, I got out In each of these parades of her way as quickly as I there was one common could. I went into the living factor. At the end of each room and sat down with came a vehicle of sorts, serious intention of doing usually made to resemble a some reading when my son sleigh and what was, I’m invaded the solemness. He sure, supposed to look like plopped down in front of the reindeer. And sitting in each television and flipped it on, of these vehicles in the shattering the silence. various cities at almost the My inability to concentrate same time was a person combined with my deter­ dressed in white. The one mined committment not to exception to this get angry or upset caused phenomenon was Hawaii me to put my book down. As I where the fellow disem­ looked up I saw a parade; barked a helicopter wearing this one was coming from a bright green suit but Detroit. As the morning wore similar to all the others. on the passage of time and Each of these people were the switching of channels heard to say virtually the brought several more of same thing “HO! HO! HO! these exhibitions into our Merry Christmas.” I un­ living room. There was one derstand that this is the from New York, one from official opening of the Canada, one from Christmas season. What a Philadelphia, one from way to start that traumatic Dallas, one from Los stampede of shoppers. HO! HO! HO! Merry Christmas, I mused as my mind wandered and I became detached from my immediate surroundings. What do these people mean? Do they have any idea the concept that these words “Merry Christmas” carry? The hustle and bustle of the shopping season, running here and there, looking for a gift for this one and that one. And the last minute gift for the unexpected visitor from out of town. The excitement of trying to keep a secret what each person is getting, of wrapping and hiding the presents till it’s time to put them under the tree. The enchantment of putting up and decorating the tree. These are all part of the Christmas season, and I really enjoy seeing the looks on the faces of my kids when they open a present that they didn’t know they were getting or one they thought there was no way they would get. But what does Merry Christmas really mean? Merry Christ-mass literally means happy celebration of Christ. 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He is a 1985 graduate of Bellevue High School. — Cathy & Kirt Peterson — VIDEO SHOWCASE Nashville, Michigan Leslie Dumont of Vermontville enjoys writing for his union newsletter. St Personal Touch Beauty Salon 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN SOMETHING NEW FOR THE HOLIDAY — Ask about Minking and Hair Sewing blffldtrix - hair coloring ... so gentle you con color and perm wave the same day. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year HOURS Closed Mon, Tues, 11-7; Wed 9-5; Thurs S Fri 9-5; Sat 9-2 - CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 852-0767 Timex Amity Billfolds Norelco Razors Russ Berry Plush McJon Photo Finishing^C^ Kodak Cameras • Gucci Sieved To all my customers and friends, have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year I record of the event in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. And John 3:16 gives the reason for his birth: “For God so loved the world...” God, the Father of mankind, the creator of the universe, loved man so much, that He gave us the most precious possession He had as a gift to all mankind; as a means of reconciling us, the fallen, to Himself. So, we celebrate the birth of Christ in thanksgiving to God for His wonderful gift to us. We can do this by giving gifts to others, especially someone who is in need. Perhaps someone who we do not even know or who doesn’t know us. God said it would make us happier to give than to receive and He also said when we do something for someone else not to make a big fuss about it but keep it quiet. This is the way we can say thank you to God for His gift to us. Jesus said, “If you have done it to the least of these... you have done it to me.” So in giving to others on Christmas you are giving to Jesus and when you greet someone with “Merry Christmas”, you are ac­ tually saying, “Happy Birth­ day Jesus!” That’s what Merry Christmas means to me. So! Merry Christmas! 945-9554 for ACTION Want-Ads Call Remmington • Brut • Pierre Cardin Sharp • Zippo • Panasonic • Rival * British Sterling • Old Spice • Keystone" S DEC. s I PLEASE. HURRY , B Cameras • Polaroid Cameras and Film Westclock • General Electric T'OE GOT A 12 O’CLOCK| K| APPOINTMENT ! B oAAe/tftg Chftistwas Winners... of the 3-lb Box of Russell Stover Candy GLADYS & ALBERT HISTED They guessed closest number of coment blocks in the new building ... 6,144 and from ... MICE PH ARM AE Y Laurie and Nancy 3 I __ __ - Nancy y ’s Beauty y Shop p 157S. 57S. Main Street, Vermontville Phone one...... 726-0330 - 1 HOURS: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday 207 Main St., Nashville PH. 852-0845 « CLOSED CHRISTMAS EVE at 3:30 P.M. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 8 Lions remain winless; lose to Olivet Friday night, 53-43 Maple Valley turnovers and frigid shooting helped Olivet break open a close game and hand the Lions their fifth straight loss last Friday 53-43. Trailing only 31-29 at the half, the Lions committed 4 straight turnovers and Olivet quickly upped that margin to 37-29. The Lions finished the second halfwith 12 turnovers and with only 7 field goals in 47 attempts. The Eagles (5-0) led 44-36 by the end of the quarter. Lion coach Jerry Reese said the 3 minute stretch in the third period all but decided the game. “It was a combination of the turnovers and not making the basket when we had the chance,” said Jerry Reese of the Olivet flurry. “We played awfully good for a half, but we couldn’t sustain it for the entire game.” Mike Siple led Maple Valley with 17 points and 12 rebounds. Tai Gearhart added 10. Doug Dietl led Olivet with 16 and Mike Campbell chipped in 12. Maple Valley wound up hitting only 17-of-78 (22 percent) from the field while Olivet was 22-of-62 (36 percent). EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST! 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 0 Nashville V.F.W. 8260 New Year’s Eve Reservations A vailable s7.50 Per Person Includes chicken or hamburger basket andfavors Music by ... Dave Harrison and the Particulars {0 Playing from 9p.m. to 2a.m. — MEMBERS & GUESTS — cJMAPLE VALLEY M<\ Real Estate Sports Lion wrestlers still perfect with 5th win With two victories this week, the Maple Valley Wrestling team ran its dual record to 5-0. On Tuesday, the Lions defeated Potterville 42-27. Lance Brumm received a forfeit at 98 followed by a pin at 105 by Ken Meade. Kevin Stewart lost a decision 2-7 at i/2 but Andrew Finkler received a forfeit at 119. Two losses by Tim Imes at 126 and David Benit 132 tightened the match up. Scott Carpenter pinned at 138 but Potterville came back at 145 defeating Brian Sleeper 20-3. The Lions with Matt Ewing lost at 185 but Sher­ man Reid, Grey Flower and Drew Pixley all added six points to seal the victory. Scott Villanueva was pinned at heavyweight to end Potterville scoring. On Thursday, Maple Valley defeated league rival Springfield 45-25. The Lions got off to a fast start with pins at 98, 105, and 119 from Lance Brumm, Ken Meade, and Andrew Finkler. The Rams pinned Stewart at 112 and decisioned Imes at 126 Mark Goodrich was pinned at 132. After leading the whole match. Scott Car­ penter, Brian Sleeper, Sherman Reid, and Greg Flower all added six pints with three pins and a forfeit. Glenn Ewing was decisioned 1-1 at 185 but Drew Pixley avenged an earlier loss at 198 to add three and Scott Villanueva closed out the night with a pin at Heavyweight. The Lions lost their annual tournament here Saturday Jan. 4. Chimney fires prevention bulletin now available Every year, as the winter heating season begins, a rash of chimney fires is reported by rural fire departments. As the use of wood heat spreads, in fact, chimney fires are appearing in urban areas as well. A chimney fire can be a frightening experience with flames erupting from the top of the chimney and a deep rumbling noise that sounds as though the house is going to collapse. Such a fire should be handled in exactly the same manner as any other fire -- evacuate the house immediately and call the fire department. While there are some things you can do to handle a chimney fire, the first concern is to get everybody out of the house. If the fire seems to be confined to the chimney alone, closing all dampers on MEMBERS OF THE BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & the MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE all appliances connected to the chimney is the best action to take as this should restrict the fire’s air supply and at least slow it down. After that is done, leave the house again and wait for the fire department to arrive. After the fire, regardless of any apparent lack of damage, the chimney must be inspected for damage to the flue. The creosote that fueled the fire burns at temperatures in excess of 2000 degrees and it is to be expected that flue damage has occurred. Chimney sweep firms can either perform this inspection for you or recommend someone who can. Do not use the wood burning appliance again until the inspection has been performed. The best fire fighting technique, of course, is prevention. Contact the Eaton County Extension office to receive the Bulletin, AEIS-531, “Chimney Fire Risks Reviewed.” Call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594 or stop at our office, 126 N. Bostwick Charlotte, for your free copy. Fuller students celebrate with holiday festivities Students in Gerrie Long's class at Fuller Elementary School in Nashville had the opportunity Thursday to decorate cookies, as a part of their celebration of the Christmas season. Long provided the cookies and frosting, and assisted by showing her third graders how to properly apply the icing. 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(CH-137) A Insurance Plans Blue Cross Provider Monday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tues.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 1510 North Broadway — Hastings — Call... 945-3906 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 23, 1985 — Page 9 Addresses computer science classes WE HAVE EQUIPMENT TO THAW PIPES Former teacher talks on software Mr. Steve MacDonald, a former teacher at Maple Valley, recently visited Mr. Reese’s computer science classes. MacDonald is now working for EDS, electronic data systems in Troy, Mi, A company contracted to do all data processing for several outside cooperations. As a guest speaker, MacDonald talked about many software programs used by General Motors. These are currently on the market or now being researched. Topics included careers, education required for use ofsoftware packages, training training being of­ fered after being hired, and program applications. Office environment, placement of individuals and career advancement were discussed. Personal com­ puters for wordprocessing are used instead of dedicated wordprocessors in their work area. The fact PC’s do more than just manipluate written documents justified their usage. PC’s com­ munication capabilities with host or mainframe com­ puters also encouraged PC usage. Mr. Mac has written four orientation manuals since leaving teaching in June. These manuals include in­ structor and participatant guides for software packages. Information was given on use of computers in cars of the present and future. Ideas of DISD, dealer information system division, which works with car dealerships to improve software usage. The usage includes displaying or car options, cost, payment schedules for any number of years, and diagnosing engine problems. The area of concentration seems to be directed at car service centers so that customers will have fewer call backs on new cars for repairs. Ending discussions in­ cluded office software called PROFS. This software package allows many op­ tions. Options included are electronic mail, personal scheduling and file transfer. With this terminals and host computers. Touch screens using infrared rays were explained. Cars of the present and future may feature BCM, body control modules. This BCM will have sensors for brakes, memory for seat adjustment, doors left not closed, and even a traveler helper. The traveler helper will beam a wave out to a satelite and pinpoint you exact location plus give directions to your destination. This helper could be special to Santa this time of the year. The topic not covered was what is the best method to prepare for the future. Should you as a parent feel guilty because you do not have a computer and your child is falling way behind the others in preparation for the furture? Should you purchase a computer based upon the specific individual family needs? Ideas of the future are for user friendly applications with spreadsheets, data bases, graphics, and word processing packages. Stressed to all computer users is the idea of having a •New Construction’Service* Remodeling •Sewer and Drain Work Halsey Plumbing LARRY HALSEY Licensed Master Plumber Ph. 517-543-69961 Serving Charlotte, Vermontville, Nashville - all of Eaton County 10% Discount on Labor for Senior Citizens *Best Wishes Good health goodfriends ... the best! definite need before spen­ ding money on any computer system. Former Maple Valley computer science teacher Steve MacDonald spoke to the computer classes at the school Thursday. CITIZEN’S ELEVATOR CO. Phone 726-0514 Vermontville — Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 to 5 and Sat. 8 to Noon — STOP IN OR CALL TODAY — Off the regular price of 2 eight­ packs of half-liter refillable bottles, or 2 six-packs of 12 az. cans, or 1 twelve-pack of 12 az. cans, or 3 two-liter bottles, or 2 three-liter bottles of any Coca-ColaH product. 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December 23, 1965 — Page 10 Students sing Christinas tunes for their par by Shelly Sulser Students from both Fuller and Kellogg schools in Nash­ ville had the opportunity Thursday to practice their singing talents for their parents when they per­ formed various Christmas favorites. Led by Judy DeGroot and Carol Horn, the children sang such Christmas choruses as “I’m getting Nothing for Christmas”, “Here Comes Santa Claus” and**Jingle Bells”. A special highlight of the day at Fuller was when Santa Claus made a surprise appearance, and gave each student a decorated eraser. Car Pool needed Santa was a surprise visitor to the Fuller sing-a-long Thursday, where he handed out erasers to the young students. STRONG FINISH ACME AUTOMOTIVE FINISHES Step back and admire your work. Acme paints made the job easier, and the shine brighter. Come see us for complete refinishing systems that feel great and look even better. A RIDE IS NEEDED FROM 5 MILES WEST OF CHARLOTTE: to Logan Square downtown Lansing area, between hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Phone 517-543-4127 Charlotte after 5:30 p.m. Father’s Equal Rights group set meetings Judy DeGroot leads Nashville's Fuller Street Elementary school students in Christmas choruses during a sing-a-long DeGroot and Carol Horn organized at both Fuller and Kellogg schools. Maple Valley students hold holiday pinata contest, part ofSpanish class Father’s! Are you living with your children? Are you having problems with visitation, custody, child support? Father’s Equal Rights is here to help you. We meet every Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. at the Big Boy Restaurant, 28th St., just east of 1-96 Grand Rapids. For further information 1­ 693-2768 Clarksville, (tfn) ACTION-ADS • Complete Line ‘ SohSnance (O[OW • Upholstery Supplies Justin Carriage Works 7615 Assyria Road (M-66) Nashville, Michigan Ph: 517/852-9743 SALE: New Crazy quilts for sale, nice for Christmas gifts. Phone 852-9057. (12-24). WANTED: Insulation and roofing work, well ex­ perienced for low estimates call David Halliwill. 726-0427. (12-31) LEE’S T.V. REPAIR: 21 years experience, very reasonable rates. Honest and dependable. 458 S. Main St., Vermontville, 726-0100. (tfn) Last Minute Ideas and Stocking Staffers M P/ F / ICE FISHING EQUIPMENT JACK KNIVES WINTER HATS GLOVES WINTER SOCKS TAPE MEASURES HAMMERS SCREWDRIVER SETS COOKING UTENSILS TEAKETTLES THERMOMETERS CLOCKS BELT BUCKLES Stop in for those last minute gifts that will make your list complete Winners in the pinata contest held in Shannon Fineout's Spanish classes are: First place (l-r) Angie Thompson with her Unicorn, Ronda Steinbrecher with a Maple Valley Care Bear, Diona Morawski with Cinderella, Aaron Brewer with his airplane and Julie Orman with her Maple Valley Lion. by Brian Sleeper, MVHS student Each year as part of the Christmas festivities in Mexico, the children break pinatas. The pinata is hung from a tree or the ceiling, and each child is given three chances to hit it. Once it is broken, the children scramble to get the toys and candies that were once hidden in the pinata. To get the feeling of a Spanish Christmas, the students in Mrs. Shannon Fineout’s first and fifth hour Spanish classes made pinatas. They ranged from clowns to unicorns, and a total of 49 were constructed. Once all the pinatas were brought to school, the junior high students voted to select the favorite one. Placing first with a unicorn was Angie Thompson. Coming in second was Ronda Steinbrecher with a Care Bear. Third place went to Diona Morawksi and her Cinderella. In fourth place was the airplane of Aaron Brewer, and fifth place was a lion by Julie Orman. Maple Valley Building Service Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning We Specialize in ... 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Junction Road, Bellevue, has completed training as an Army military police specialist under the one station unit training (OSUT) program at Fort McClellan, Ala. OSUT is a 13-week period which combines basic training with advanced individual training. Students were trained in civil and military law, traffic control, map reading and The Nashville ’Troop of the Month' is Brownie Troop 635, led by Lynn Mengyan (back). From leftt are Samantha Ashley, Carla Shook, Donna Bumford, Kelly Mengyan and Justine Quick. Brownie Troop 635 is ‘Troop of the Month' The Nashville Brownie Troop no. 635 was formed this fall with Brownie Leader, Lynn Mengyan. Members of the troop are Samantha Ashley, Donna Bumford, Kelly Mengyan, Jusine Quick and Carla Shook. The girls have been active in the various Brownie outings such as the Fall at Camp Merriwoode; roller skating at the Thornapple Roller Rink; Christmas caroling at the Barry County Medicall Care Facility and collecting canned goods for the com­ munity Christmas baskets. “The Brownie experience is an important one,” notes Mengyan. “It not only gives the girls an appreciation of others but also for them­ selves. Brownies gives the girls a chance to foster new friendships and explore new horizons.” She also noted she would like to thank all the parents for their continued support and cooperation. “Thanks should also go to Maple Funshine Day Valley Real Estate for sponsoring our troop,” she added. rejoice! May your Christmas be filled with good will, abundance, and the Quality Pawn Has a SALE on now 'til the end of year ■10% to 50% OFF - tranquility of faith. Mirror’s Image 111 NORTH MAIN NASHVILLE, MICH ALL TOYS at ... ■DEALER COST"lf we cannot save you money... 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Review StorJ| |^^Your Shoppers Review Store � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/799/MapleValleyNews_1985-12-30.pdf fdc4a5c9e7fe816ecff6d54eab0a92e4 PDF Text Text I F (&£ **W®*'" ?®S “Puhbli lics t Lihf ’®• “«rch s ery 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Vol. 114 - No. 25 — Monday. December 30, 1985 Nashville man gets maximum sentence for B&E by Susan Owens Despite a statement read by a Nashville defendant saying he had been “saved by the Lord,” a Barry County Circuit Court judge sentenced the man to the maximum possible prison sentence for a March break in. During proceedings Dec. 20 in the Barry County Circuit Court, Judge Richard M. Shuster told the defen­ dant, David Calvin Easey, 26, that he was glad that he had adopted the new “philosophy” to better his life and that he hoped that Easey would continue to follow it while in prison. Judge Shuster added that it would be that hope which would help him endure the sentence. Easey was given a sen­ tence of 10 to 15 years in states prison for the March 8th breaking and entering of an occupied dwelling, located at 5791 Center Road, in Hastings. Judge Shuster pointed out, however, that Easey did more than break into the home of an elderly couple, he also “made a mess of their whole house.” Calling it an act of “sheer meanness,” Judge Shuster said the offense was “ex­ tremely serious” since Easey has a prior record of two additional breaking and enterings and one larceny. All of the prior offenses were punished with jail time and probation, none of which apparently worked to deter Easey from his most recent act. Speaking on the behalf of his client, Defense Attorney Charles Stiles said Easey didn’t seem like the type of person to be involved in the felonies. “He doesn’t seem like that bad of a person,” Stiles said. “He doesn’t have that criminal personality ... He could be your next door neighbor.” Barry County Prosecutor Judy Hughes recommended that Easey be given the maximum prison sentence since the offense was “ex­ tremely involved.” She added that two similar cases involving Easey in Eaton County would be dropped upon his sentencing on Friday. Speaking on his own behalf, Easey read a statement to the court from a crumpled piece of paper. He said that he wanted to explain how he had begun to rehabilitate himself by going to church and bible studies. Easey added that the “good Lord had saved him,” and that after serving out his sentence he would like return to the community and share his testimony of how the Lord took the temptation of drugs away from him. Easey indicated that it was actually his problem with drugs that led to his criminal behavior. Stiles requested that rather than sentencing his client to the maximum sentence, a lighter sentence of three to four years in states prison would be just as effective. Judge Shuster ruled, however, that Easey be given the maximum sen- tence. He explained the reasons for going beyond the Michigan sentencing guidelines were that Easey was in fact, a habitual criminal and that both probation and jail time had failed in the past. “Society is entitled to the maximum protection,” Judge Shuster concluded. Easey then signed a notice, requesting counsel for an appeal of his sentence. Looking back at the '85 news By Susan Hinckley Jan. 8...Jennifer Ann Conklin of Nashville is Barry County’s first baby of 1985... Life begins returning to normal after New Year’s Day ice storm knocks out electric power in widespread area of Michigan including Maple Valley... Nashville was one of the hardest hit in the storm; residents resorted to woodburners, kerosene lanterns and the likes, to survive the outage... MVHS invitational wrestling tournament scrubbed due to power interruptions at school Saturday after the storm. Jan. 15... Nashville parent files discrimination com­ plaint against MV schools, claiming officials favor boys’ sports over girls’ sports... MVHS sophomore Jeff Hudson devises Ghostbusters computer game... Eaton County proposes straightening Reed Nashville ‘New Year's Baby* to reliquish title By Elaine Gilbert It’s been a rather normal growing up year for Jennifer Ann Conklin, Barry County’s 1985 New Year’s Baby. After the excitement surrounding her birth, her mom says nothing happened during the rest of the year to top it Little Jennifer, daughter of Dennis and Diana Conklin of Nashville, was born during ’85’s infamous ice storm which left her parents’ home and a large part of this area without electric power for about two-weeks. After her January 3 birth at 5:08 a.m., the Conklins were surprised and delighted to discover that Jennifer was the first baby born within the county to county parents. The Conklins had remarked that they thought the New Year’s baby would have been born before the third day of 1985. But their daughter was the winner of the Hastings Banner’s first baby of the year contest along with 24-gifts from participating Hastings area businesses. The ice storm and its af­ termath was an un­ forgettable experience for the Conklins as it was for thousands in the area. Mrs. Conklin recalls that there was no heat, no electric lights and no water at their 6334 Thomapple Lake Rd. home two days prior to Jennifer’s birth. Driving to the hospital wasn’t a normal trip either because they traveled to Lake Odessa to take their older son, Sean, to the home of Diana’s mother, Linda Hoffman. The couple en­ countered an icy countryside County's 1985 New Year's Baby, Jennifer Conklin will be one-year-old Jan. 3. that almost sent them into a ditch. They also had to dodge fallen ice covered trees and limbs along the route. The power outage still existed when Jennifer and her mom left Pennock Hospital so the family stayed in Hastings* with Dennis’ parents, Robert and Beverly Conklin. (Dennis’ father owns Bob’s Barber Shop in Hastings). But with a January thaw, activities returned to normal for the Conklins and others and Jennifer has grown to a 20-lb. petite youngster with light brown hair and blue eyes. She Sports six teeth and has been doing some walking for about a month. “When she (Jennifer) wants something bad enough, she’ll walk across the room. Otherwise somebody has to hold her hand (to get her to walk),” said Mrs. Conklin. One of Jennifer’s favorite pastimes is “getting into drawers and pulling everything out...She likes to tear up books too.” The tot also is attracted to her 21/zyear-old brother’s toys and likes to be outdoors. The icicles are her favorite attraction on the Christmas tree, notes Mrs. Conklin. Concerning dislikes, Jennifer deplores water, said her mother. And that includes nearby Thornapple Lake as well as her bath. Her vocabulary includes a few words like pretty, Momma and Dadda. “She tries to say ‘brother’ too,” said her mom. When 1986 makes its debut, little Jennifer will be passing the “New Year’s Baby” title on to another little child. Street curve in Nashville Highway improvement project... MV Lions return from break to smother Springfield, 71-46... Open House honors longtime Castleton Township treasurer Geneva Brumm on her retirement. Jan. 22... Battle Creek man killed and two others injured in collision on M-66 near Assyria, south of Nashville... Carl’s Supermarket donates $250 to Maple Valley Athletic Boosters... Karate classes begin in Maple Valley and Lakewood Community Education... A former Japanese exchange student at Vermontville visits Maplewood first-graders after 20-year absence ... MV Lions edge St. Philip to remain in SMAA title hunt... State researcher starts to gather information for MV schools survey. Jan. 29.. .School officials and Nashville businesswoman support Reed Street curvestraightening project... The Dale Mapes place on Butler Road is certified as state Centennial Farm... In­ clement weather forces closure of MV schools for Continued on page 6— Osborne hearing gets rescheduled by Shelly Sulser A hearing originally scheduled for December 20 for a Vermontville man charged with the hit and run death of an Eaton County Sheriff Deputy has been adjourned until an undetermined date. Richard Wesley Osborne, 35, of 510 N. Pease Rd. was arraigned in the 56th district court in Eaton County last Thursday on charges of manslaughter and failing to stop at the scene of an ac­ cident. Osborne later turned himself in after striking and killing Eaton County Sheriff Deputy Donald Rice on Dec. 10. Osborne, who is free on a $10,000 cash assurity bond, will be represented in court by Attorney Paul Adams of Jackson. �The Mopie Volley Newt NovhviHe Mon do y December 30. 1985 — Poge 2 Commodities distribution set for Jan. 8 in area Surplus cheese, butter, flour, rice and honey will ring in 1986 at the January distribution Commodities are available in limited quantities and will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis to those presenting a current blue commodity card at their chosen site. Cards that expire before Jan. 31, 1986, must be renewed prior to distribution day. There will be no site changes on the days of distribution All new applications, renewals and changes on the commodity card, may be done at the sites on distribution day, or until Jan. 3, 1986. at the Com­ munity Action Agency Of­ fice, 220 W. Court St. Hastings, Michigan; tele ph oAu number 948-4883 To rJA'' an expired card, persons must present: current’ blue commodity card; verification of income and household sue Examples of income verification: medicaid cards, social security pen­ sion statements, check stubs or direct deposit statements. The income criteria for the program have been in­ creased to 160 percent of federal poverty level for seniors and 130 percent of federal poverty level for all others. The income guidelines are as follows: (Household Size, Gross monthly Income for Housholds, Under 60 Years, 60 Years and Older respectively). 1-3569 3700; 2-3764 940; 3­ 3959 1,180; 4 - 31,154 1,420. •Best “Wishes Good health good friends... the best! CITIZEN’S ELEVATOR CO. Vermontville — Phone 726-0514 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 to 5 and Sat. 8 to Noon — STOP IN OR CALL TODAY — For each member add 319 It is suggested t bring bags or < tainers in which food they receive. To avoid waiting, people are enpeople^ couraged not to arrive at c ^gon- their food sites until they ave opened. This program is coor- Obituaries Perry J. Fassett HASTINGS - Mr. Perry J. Fassett, 76, of 425 W. Center St., Hastings died Friday, Dec. 20 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Fassett was born cm Aug. 29, 1909 in Weyauwega, Wise., the son ofJesse A. and Cora (Smith) Fassett. He moved to Barryville in 1912 and attended Barryville and Nashville schools, graduating from Nashville High School in 1927. He graduated from Michigan State College in 1932 with a degree in forestry. He started working for the United States Forest Service in 1933 and lived in various states. In 1963 he worked for Agricultural Research Service where he has head of the department of personnel in Ft Washington, Pa. He retired in 1965 and moved to Hastings in 1966. Mr. Fassett was a veteran of WWII, serving in the U.S. Navy. Surviving are his wife, Faida (Ogden) Fassett; one daughter, Joan Fassett at home; one son, Paul of Charlotte; one sister, Grace Lathrop of Hastings; two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one How can a multiple car family minimize insurance costs? No problem. Auto-Owners gives families with two or more cars a reduced insurance rate. That makes their exceptional auto coverage and claims service even more attractive. So if you’re a multiple car family trying to minimize insurance costs—call your “no problem” Auto-Owners agent and find out how this discount can be “no problem” for you. brother, Floyd and one sister, Ethel Green. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services were held Saturday, Dec. 28, 2:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan Heart Association or American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements were made by Girrbach Funeral Home. Babysitting Clinics will be held on Jan. 14 and 21 Are you ready to babysit? Do you know what to do in case of emergency? The Bellevue 4-H Farmers Club is sponsoring babysitting workshops on Jan. 14 and 21 from 6:30 8:30 p.m. each day, at the Bellevue High School Community Room or Home Economics Room. The program on the 14th will be presented by the Bellevue Fire Department and Rescue Squad while Sargent Rich Wahl from the Eaton County Sheriffs Department and Mona Ellard, Extension Home Economist, will present information on the 21st. There is no charge for the workshops and anyone in­ terested is encouraged to attend. The sessions will be aimed primarily at the 11 to 14 year old group and parents are also welcome. For more information contact Karen Haigh at 763­ 3107. ACTION-ADS 7XzX6 Probforri• Trumble Agency 517-726-0580 178 S. Main, Vermontville Stan Trumble Teresa Jones CHAIN SAW chains expertly sharpened and repaired, all sizes. Also, new chains, all sizes. Complete line of Stihl chain saws, accessories and service. Nashville Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., 105 N. Main, Nashville, 852-0713. (tfn) dinated by the Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan. The purpose is to see that government surplus food is given to people of lower income in need. This is the 20th such distribution since cheese first became available in January 1982. The success of this program depends upon the goodwill and continued donations of time by over 500 volunteers and 50 sites in the CAA’s four-county service area. Volunteers are needed to unload, pick up and help with commodities. Additional EATON COUNTY FARM AND HOME CALENDAR Friday, Jan. 3 - Michigan Soybean Assoc, annual meeting, Zehnders, in Frankenmuth. Friday, Jan. 3-9 a.m. 4-H Career Exploration Program, Extension Office, Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 4-10 a.m. - noon 4-H Market Beef Weigh-In, scales area, Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 4 - 4-H Shooting Sports Firearems 10 - noon, Teen & Leader Training, 1-2 p.m., Archery 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 - MMPA, Eaton-Barry local. Monday, Jan. 6 - 9 a.m. “Get A Body Fix in ‘86’’, first session, Delta Township Hall, Lansing. Monday, Jan. 6-7 p.m. Eaton County 4-H Council, Kardell Hall, Fairgrounds. Monday, Jan. 6 - 8 p.m. Sprayer Calibration, Lakewood High School. Tuesday, Jan. 7 - 9:30 a.m. MAEH Council meeting, Farm Bureau Basement, Charlotte. Thursday, Jan. 9 - 7:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Dev. Meeting, Kardel Hall, Fairgrounds. Thursday, Jan. 9-7:30 p.m. Eaton Teen Club, 4-H Bldg., Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Thursday, Jan. 9 - Starts 5-day Dairy Nutrition Workshop Series. Call Extension Office for details and reservation. Friday, Jan. 10 - MABC Annual Meeting. Saturday, Jan. 11 - 12-noon, DHIA-Holstein Annual Mtg., Masonic Temple, Charlotte. Monday, Jan. 13-9 a.m. “Get A Body Fix In ‘86”, second session, Delta Township Hall, Lansing. Monday, Jan. 13-7 p.m. 4-H Personal Appearance Leaders Meeting, Extension Office, Charlotte. Monday, Jan. 13-8 p.m. Perennial Weed Control, Lakewood H.S. Tuesday, Jan. 14 - 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4-H Babysitting Clinic, Bellevue High School, Bellevue. Tuesday, Jan. 14-7:30 p.m. Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Assoc., Eaton Intermediate School, Packard Hwy., Charlotte. PENNY SUPPER Serving... Swiss Steak, Polish Sausage with Kraut and Spanish Rice Serving from ... 5:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Sunday, December 7,1985 CHAIRPERSON — HELEN BADDER VFW Hall Post #8260 Nashville AREA CHURCH SCHEDULES TRINITY GOSPEL CHURCH 219 Washington St., Nashville Sun. School... 9:45 Sunday: A.M. Worship .... .11 1 16 P.M. Worship .. & Wed. Bible Studyyy & Prayer Meeting .. 7 UHITED METHODIST CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE North State, Nashville CHURCH MAPLEGROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road A.M. Worship. 9:45 a.m. 250 N. Main, Vermontville (Vi mile East of M-66, 5 miles south of Nashville) Sunday School ..11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School .. 10 a.m. a.m. Sunday:Fellowship . 6 p.m. Evening Service .. 6 p.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. ap.m.. Youth a.m. 7 p.m.Wednesday: P.M. Service 7 p.m. AWANA........ 6:45 6:45p.m. p.m. PASTOR MARVIN POTTER Prayer Meeting .. 7 p.m. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF THE HAZAREHE Bible Study p.m. REV. J. G. BOOMER PEACE UHITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE REV. LYNN WAGNER 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Sunday: P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. A.M. Worsmp. 9:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Worship............... 7 p.m. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) PASTOR MARY CURTIS REV. THOMAS VOYLES PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH 304 Phillips St., Nashville ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCHSunday School. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...11 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville P.M. Service...... 7 p.m. Sat. Mass..... 6:30 p.m . Wed. Service...... 7 p.m. Sun. Mass ... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrated at 6:30 p.m. REV. LEON POHL .PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Assistant... Don Roscoe information may be obtained by contacting the Barry County Community Action Agency Office, at the Courts & Law Building, 220 W. Court St., Hastings, MI or call 948­ 4883. The times and sites are as follows: Barry County Distribution Sites: Wed­ nesday, Jan. 8, 1986. Assyria Township Hall, 8084 Tasker Rd., at M-66 9 a.m. to 12 noon; Maple Valley Arms, 106 Lentz St, Nashville, MI 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Zion Lutheran Church, 6338 Velte Rd., Woodland, MI 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. FULL GOSPEL ASSEMRLY Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Rd. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School ..10 a.m. A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville P.M. Worship ... 7 p.m. MORNING WORSHIP 11 AM Thursday Night: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11 AM Bible Study ... 7 p.m. (Nursery Care Available) REV. ARBUTUS MORGAN, Fellowship Time After PASTOR Worship. VERMONTVILLE REV. WM. S. TRUMP. JR. UNITED CHURCH ASSEMRLY OF GOD CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 803 Reed St., Nashville Church Service.. 11 am Sunday School .. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.. 7 p.m.l REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD REV. ROBERT G. TAYLOR GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Gresham and Mulliken Highways Church Service 9:30 am REV. GLENN C. LITCHFIELD �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Monday, December 30. 1985 — Page 3 Nashville Baptist Church uses own talent in Christmas play Brock DeGroot had the rote of young Scrooge as Scrooge and Angel number one look on. Whites ■ DfiLHHsto DfiLHHstoA® A® Eailaa ul4hiul.l|pnn|t auMte lMUQu^Uri lMek mt* M Pitai & Gaylord "link" Henry portrays the classic Charles Dickins character "Ebenezer Scrooge" in the Nashville Baptist Church production of "The Gospel According to Scrooge". by Shelly Sulser Over 55 members of the Nashville Baptist Church combined their talents to stage a production of “The Gospel According to Scrooge,” under the direction of Janet DeGroot last weekend. The play is an adaptation of the classic Charles Dickins story, “A Christmas Carol”, that tells why Ebenezer Scrooge changed from a miserable old miser to a generous new man. Focusing on Jesus, the true reason for Christmas, the musical production featured Gaylord “Tink” Henry in the lead role as Ebenezer Scrooge who finds salvation after three angels visit him during the night. Ron Tutt portrayed Bob Cratchit, Scrooge’s nephew and employee, who displayed his love for the Lord and encouraged Scrooge to do the same. Others having roles in the play were: Barbara Linsley as the chambermaid; Shirley Henry, Jan Tutt, Barbara Shaw and Isla Harris as caroilers; Melissa Suntken as the woman soliciter and Tim Brenner as the man soliciter. Cheryl Frey played angel number one, while Dennis Morawski and Debbie Morawski were Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Virginia Burd and Norma Woodbury were the Peacock sisters. The play also featured Brock DeGroot as young Scrooge, Amy Roscoe as young Belle, and Brandon Roscoe, Gabriel Suntken, Jennifer Tutt, Kim Tutt and Becky Corkwell playing school children. Cathy Vessecchia was the school teacher, while Joe Maruer was young adult Scrooge and Lisa Sterkenburg was young adult Belle. Dick VenEngen was Mr. Fessiwig and Martha VanEngen played Mrs. Fessiwig. Terri Fager played woman number one, Rick Vessecchia was man number one, Herb Roberts was man number two, Vivian Conner was woman number two and David Holloway was man number three. Tim Reed had the part of Angel number two, Jan Cooper was Mrs. Cratchit, Aaron Conser was Tiny Tim and Kristi Priddy was Belinda. Playing Martha Cratchit was Lisa Corkwell while Fred Harkness was Fred and Laureen Harkness was Mary. Ebenezer Scrooge, played by "Tink" Henry, scolds apprentice Bob Cratchit, played by Ron Tutt, for being so cheery about Christmas. Angel number three was played by Paul Cooper; and Carrie Mason, Lynn DeGroot and Lynn Denton were the laundress, the charwoman and the pawnbroker. Bill Hart, Dick Shaw, Dusty Furlong and Neal Johnson were the four men and Brandon Roscoe was the lad. Playing the townspeople and carolers were: Sue Brenton, Virginia Burd, Milie Carrigan, Vivian Conner, Delores Eberly, Terri Fager, Cathy Felder, Dusty Furlong, Bill Hart, Isla Harris, Shirley Henry, David Holloway, Neal Johnson, Dennis Morawksi, Debbie Morawski, Betty Peirce, Herb Roberts, Barbara Shaw, Dick Shaw, Karen Suntken, Joan Tutt, Dick VanEngen, Martha VanEngen, Rick Vessecchia and Norma Woodbury. Props and artwork were the creation of Shirley Henry; the prop assistants were Paul and Lloyd Cooper. Steve Priddy did the stage set and Karen Hulsebos and Elaine Gardner did makeup. On sound was Larry Trask, on video was Chuck Cornish and Don Conner. Stage managers were Carrie Mason and Lynn DeGroot Larry Conser was in charge of stage lighting and Evelyn VanEngen ran the spotlight. The Prompters were Sherry Roscoe, Sandy Priddy and Janet Maurer. Serving refreshments after the play were Susan Corkwell, Nancy Trask and Kathy Bumgardner. The play is an adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens' story, ‘A Christmas Carol', that tells why Ebenezer Scrooge changed from a miserable old miser to a generous new man. Carrie Mason, Lynn Denton, Barbara Linsley and Lynn DeGroot sing to their finale appearance in Act 2. Cathy Vessecchia, acting as the school teacher, sings a tune with school children Jennifer Tutt, left, and Becky Corkwell at right. �The Miopl* Volley Newt. No*h*>Ue December X. 1985 — Poge 4 Local man takes part in Project Dakota adventure Mark Jarvi* of Nashville I* shown enjoying wild buffalo berries while riding in Project Dakota. Along with Jarvie (right) on the September ride across southwestern South In what looks to become an annual adventure, Nashville letter carrier Mark Jarvie once again set aside his mail bag, donned some Old West clothes, strapped on his six shooter and headed out on the trail. This year's phase of Project Dakota took him and his companions on a seven day trek on horseback in southwestern South Dakota, with much of the riding done through Indian country. a Project Dakota, historical research and reenactment group was organized by Marshall letter carrier David Begg in 1982. Since then, the group has dedicated itself to the faith­ ful recreation of American’s Old West. Jarvie, one of last year’s veterans of the ride, was accompanied this year by Begg and newcomers to the adventure Mike Heathershaw, Grant and Lavon Shearer, all from South Dakota. This year’s 125-mile trek began on September 18th, and for seven days, the men rode along a route largely encompassed by the Gadlands national Park and the Pine Ridge Reservation. The latter is the home of the Lakota Sioux, hence the name of the trek, “LAND OF HAPPY NEWYEAR! Here is a special mes­ sage to all for health and success in 19861 from ... Dorothy & Irene Irene’s Beauty Shop.. • 852-9107 • r THE LAKOTA”. “We had to get permission from the National Park and the Tribal authorities,” Begg said. They also contacted the private land owners in the area of their intended route. According to Begg, the group worked very closely with their outfitters, Dakota Safaris, in putting together a trek that allowed them to see as much of the beauty of the land as possible without reminders of modern, twentieth century life. “We were trying to ex­ perience the 1880’s period and it was essential that we avoided things like highways and cities,” Begg said. The men all complimented their outfitters for an ex­ cellent job. “We rode for three days before we crossed our first fence,” remembered Mark Jarvie. A great part of the research in preparation for their journey had con­ centrated on the history and culture of the Lakota Sioux. “We had spent a year researching the Lakota history,” Begg said, “and we found ourselves constantly reflecting on what we had Dakota were Mike Heathershaw, left, and Grant Shearer, center. At the end of the long ride, David Begg, Mark Jarvie and Grant Shearer relax. learned as we rode through their land.” There were no marked trails where the men rode so in the tradition of the Old West they were recreating, they blazed their own trail. Owning to the nature of the landscape, the men often zig­ zagged their way across the country. “The Badlands are a hard clay base that has been eroded; it’s like a huge maze,” Begg said. Once, while making their way through the pinnacles of the Badlands, the men found themselves boxed in with a steep wall climbing up one side and a sheer drop on the other. They had to carefully turn their horses around and back-track several miles. “The hard clay is also slippery when wet!” according to Jarvie. There was plenty of excitement when one of the packhorses fell into a bog. The riders spent nearly an hour and a half trying to rescue the horse as dusk was closing in around them. “I think all oi us thought that horse was going to die,” Jarvie said. But finally, by attaching ropes to the sinking horse they were able to pull it free using the other horses for “more horse power”. The weather during the trip was good except for the fifth day. The group had stopped for a noon time break when it started to rain. As the rain increased they decided to ride to the shelter of an old, abandoned building. “There was a rumor that an old man might be living there,” Begg said. “We had the feeling of lawmen ap­ proaching a building, not knowing ifanyone was there. And if someone was there, was it someone who might not want us there.” The feeling was not inappropriate to the trek, since the “personas” adopted by Begg, Jarvie and the others were those of lawmen in the Old West. Just as on other treks, each member adopted a persona, in a sense, played the role of someone who would have had a reason to undertake such a journey. This is one of the ways they attempt to capture the mood of the Old West. As it turned out, the “lawmen” found the building empty. But only the building was empty, for the land was full of wildlife! As they rode through the Land of Lakota the men were constantly reminded of the bounty of nature. “The antelope ran in herds of fifteen or more,” remembered Jarvie, “and we rode within 150 yards of a herd of buffalo that numbered at least two hundred head.” Though their num­ bers did not compare with some of the other animals, the men also encountered their fair share of rat­ tlesnakes. The Land of the Lakota phase of Project Dakota ends as a new phase begins, said Begg. He noted Wagons Continued on page 5— Hoping the New Year brings the best to you and yours. Nancy’s Beauty Shop 157 S. Main Vermontville 726-0330 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 30, 1985 — Page 5 Winter skiing, walking tour of Kellogg Forest set The view of hills previously obscured by leaves, the accessibility of areas too overgrown with underbrush to permit access in summer—these are some of the advantages of being in the woods in winter. Wheather walking, snow­ shoeing, or cross-country skiing, you’ll see the woods that summer hid from you during the “Winter Tree Indentification” tour through Kellogg Forest January 18. Besides offering an opprotunity for a quiet walk or brisk cross-country skiing trip through one of the most beautifully forested areas in the state, the workshop Project Dakota adventure, continued West will take members and law. Part of the group will their families to south­ develop personas of outlaws western Colorado in June, while the others will be the 1986, where they will posse chasing them. Their recreate the migration of 1988 phase, Cowboys, will pioneer families during an feature a real cattle drive authentic 1880’s covered complete with brandings. wagon trek. This week long “We are always eager to trek will utilize original hear from other people who wagons and tack and will share our interest and even include other live stock, dedication in recreating the such as cows and chicken­ Old West,” Begg said. “We s. “The purpose of Project want to reenact many Dakota is to gain insight and aspects of the American understanding of the Old Frontier fo the 1880’s and West through ‘living history’ have as many different experiences,” Begg said. experiences as possible.” “The key to our success is in Persons interested in the degree of accuracy to becoming a part of Project which we strive.” Dakota or are interested in This thirst for authenticity working with them can write is illustrated in their plans to Project Dakota P.O. Box for the 1987 phase, “Dakota,” Marshall, Desperado, which will Michigan, 49068-0147. recreate the experience of outlaws on the run from the BARRY COUNTY EXTENSION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Dec. 31 - Extension Office Closes at noon. Jan. 8 - 4-H Horse Developemental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension office. Jan. 8- Pesticide Certification Meeting, 10a.m.-3 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, Caledonia (call for details). Jan. 9 - 4-H Expansion and Review Meeting 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. Jan. 9 - Dairy Nutrition Shortcourse, Portland, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 10-12 - 4-H Y.E.A. Facilitators Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Jan. 13 - Barry County Fairboard Meeting, 8 p.m., Ex­ tension office. Jan. 14 - Master Leader Program, 7 p.m., Extension office. Jan. 15 - 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension office. Jan. 15 - 4-H Horse Movies, 7 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Jan. 16 - Fair Improvement Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Darlene Pickard Residence. Jan. 17-19 - 4-H Leadership Development Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Jan. 18 - Little International Showmanship Clinic and Contest, 9 a.m., MSU Livestock Judging Pavilion, East Lansing. Jan. 21 - Pesticide Safety-Certification Training, 8 p.m., Hastings High School Vo-Ag Room. Jan. 21 - Master Leader Program, 7 p.m. Extension Office. Jan. 22 - 4-H Officer Training, 7:30 p.m., Community Building, Hastings. Jan. 23 - Pesticide Certification Test, 7:30 p.m., Hastings High School Vo-Ag Room. Jan. 31- Feb. 1 - 4-H Horseback Riding for Handicappers Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. V1 fOfl WINTER’86 'You Look Marvelous" “hot & sassy” Jazz-Aerobic Work-Out The “hot and sassy” jazz-aerobic work-out is a combination of a jazz dance class, an aerobic class and a stretch and tone class. The class begins with warm-ups, body toning exercises that work all the major muscle groups then adds the fun of a jazz dance class. Weights are encouraged for the toning section of the class. This class suggested for persons who enjoy the challenge of new dance steps and who enjoy exercising... A great combination to make you “HOT & SASSY!” MAPLE VALLEY ... CLASSES START January 13,1986 Maple Valley High School 10 Weeks... $35.00 Monday/Wednesday 6:40-7:40 p.m. BRING MAT AND COME JOIN US? Enroll at 1st Class or SAVE s3.00 by Pre-Enrolling condition when leaves have fallen. This program, the frist in the 1986 Kellogg Forest Workshop Series, is jointly sponsored by the Cooperative Extension Service and the MSU Forestry Department. The workshop will begin at 1:30 p.m. with a brief orientation at the Forest headquarters. Each par­ ticipant will receive their own tree “key” (an aid to identifying plants) and be instructed in its use. Par­ ticipants will learn to identify trees by examining such characteristics as the bark, buds, branching form, and the type ofsite the tree is growing on. After this orientation, the group will split up, some walking and some on skis or snowshoes, for an hour and a half tour of To: TERESE HENNEY 10920 Davenport Road Woodland, Michigan 48897 For more information, call ... Terese Henney, Instr. (616) 367-4564 the Forest to try their hands at “keying” trees. Walking groups will probably cover a threequarter mile loop in the Forest, while those on skis may travel farther, so warm clothing is recommended. Participants must bring their own ski or snowshoe Vermontville snowmobile Club meets on Jon. 6 The Maple Valley Drift­ skipper Snowmobile Club will be holding their first meeting of 1986 on Monday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. in the dance area of the Capenters Den in Vermontville. All Vermontville-Nashville snowmobilers wishing to join the club and ride its 35 miles of trails near Vermontville are encouraged to attend this meeting. The club would like to see our membership in­ crease this year. The cost to join is $12 for a family Winners named in Maplewood raffle Maplewood PTO held a raffle Satuday, Dec. 14, at Johnny’s Food Mart. The proceeds from this raffle will go towards the purchase of a copier for the school. The first prize winner of $100 in groceries from Johnny’s Food Mart was Ruth Seybold of Portland. She is the grandmother of a Maplewood student. The winner of $50 in cash was Zandra Gusey of Charlotte. She is a student at Maple Valley High School. The PTO wishes to thank Johnny’s Food Mart for allowing us the space in the store. We would also like to thank everyone for their support. Card Of Thanks At this blessed time of year, we want to thank all our friends for their prayers, calls, and concerns when we were burned. Special thanks to our nurses and loved ones who took such good care of us while we were in the burn unit and after coming home. To our pastor Glenn for his faithfulness, our church families, their lovely box of fruit, Chamber of Commerce for theirs, fireman for the pretty plant, and fireman for the pretty plant, and so many other kindnesses. No words can describe our heartfelt thanks. God bless each one. Gary and Nina Reed SEND CHECK OF $32 MADE OUT TO Clark & Co. Fitness Program Participants in the "Winter Tree Identification" workshop at Kellogg Forest learn to recognize common trees of Michiigan. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters BINGO MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CAFETERIA — THURSDAYS...7:00 p.m. Early Birds ... 6:15 p.m. Doors Open at... 5:30 p.m. membership and $7 for a single. If you cannot attend this meeting you may join by contacting Greg Hoefler at 726-0683 or Stan Venton 726­ 0426. Club money and efforts are spent to make snowmobiling fun for members. To use the trails with snowmobiles (not 3 or 4 wheelers). The club encourages you to join and be a part of the club. As a reminder, the village of Vermontville requires that all snowmobiles stay off of all sidewalks, off of the two Main Streets (N-S and EW) and keep your speed at 15 mph. Let’s all obey the laws in town. equipment. Each group, wheather on skis, snowshoes or walking, will have a guide from the Kellogg Forest. “Nowhere in the state will you find such tremendous variety of trees in one area, even on a short three-quarter mile walk,” says Tom Stadt, Kellogg Forest Manager. “When this tract was donated to MSU in 1932, ninety percent of the land was abandoned, eroded farmland. As an experiment to see what kind of trees would grow here, MSU personnel planted virtually every kind of native and exotic species they could get their hands on.” Fifty years later, the Forest has beautiful, mature specimens of many unusual and common trees, with pine plantations seventy feet tall. Some of the history of Kellogg Forest will be discussed during the program, as well as in­ formation on tree origins and uses in Southwestern Michigan. The workshop is open to the public, with limited enrollment. Workshop costs, which include the tree key, are $3 per person. Contact the Kellogg Biological Station Extension Office to reserve enrollment at 616­ 671-4485. oHiauiaQJou Castleton - Maple Grove - Nashville Ambulance Service would like to thank Mirrors Image and Craft Nook for the cradle donated by Darlene Hughes for our raffle. The winner was Gladys Mitchell ofNashville. How can you guarantee the replacement of your home? No problem. Auto-Owners Homeowners Policy offers guaranteed home replacement cost coverage for qualified homes. So now you can insure your home for 100% replacement cost coverage. Just ask your “no problem*’ Auto-Owners agent how guaranteed home replacement cost coverage can be no problem for you and your home. John Warren, Mary Hecker, Betty Pierce, Thelma Christopher. The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 ■ .. . �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Monday. December 30, 1985 — Page 6 Looking back at 1985 Continued from pogo 1 four and one-half days... Klondike Derby and First Aid-oree keep Nashville Boy Scouts busy... Life without electricity is everyday routine for Darrell Clements family of Nashville... Obituaries: Ada C. Newton, 96, and Margaret Engle, 56, both of Nashville, and Ruth Briggs, 84, of Vermontville. Feb. 5... American Red Cross blood drive at MVHS nets 60 points... Fire leaves Issacson family of Ver­ montville homeless... Channel 8’s roving reporter Dick Evans visits Nash­ ville’s Thornapple General Store... John and Amy Boughton of Nashville, former owners of Maple Valley News, start video taping, word processing firm... MV wrestlers top Pennfield. Feb. 12...MV students Sheri Forell and Jeff Sleeper selected for Lions Club All­ state band to perform at Dallas convention in June... Polly Cook, granddaughter of longtime syrup producer Reinhart Zemke, chosen as 1985 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen... Nashville deaths; Douglass Vogt, 39; Otto F. Shaneck.Jr., 59; and Myrtle Julian, 88... Maplewood kindergarteners perform circus for parents... Boarshead actors from Lansing theater work with local elementary students in grant-funded workshop. Feb. 19... Judith Bemis, 41, ofVermontville killed in auto accident on icy highway... Silent Observer program may be launched in Nash­ ville... Deaths: Willard F. Hibbard, 72, Vermontville; and former Nashville resident Fred Sauders, 71, of Florida... Vogt Funeral The Reed Street Curve drew a bit of controversy when the Eaton County Road Commission proposed to include straightening in their project to resurface Nashville Highway. Home sold to Wren Funeral Home of Hastins; local operation to continue in Nashville... MV Lions fall 62-60, to Bronson to lose SMAA title bid... Fifth District Congressman Paul Henry visits Nashville... Nashville scouts dig out snow-buried hydrants. Feb. 26...Burning power pole cuts power to Maple Valley area; residents without electrical service from four to nine hours... Gary Reid and Lynette Williams chosen as MV Homecoming Winter royalty... Beverly Slanker of Pennock Hospital speaks to Nashville Lions Club on diabetes... “Best buddies” and fellow employees Larry Kenyon and Roland Musser of Nashville become fathers । g 309 North Main Street, Nashville Monday and Tuesday SOO flfl TAPE RENTAL....... Wednesday thru Saturday....... 5 O G fl *3°° TAPE RENTAL............. VCR Rental Available MEMBERSHIP SdCOfl n5U0 special NEW MOVIES — A View to a Kill • Pale Rider • Fletch • Gremlins — VIDEO ACCESSORIES — Over 180 Titles to Choose From! Monday thru Friday 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 am. - 8 p.m. PHONE — 852-1948 qE of twin sons born Feb. 11 and 12th, respectively... Great Spring Meltdown starts with warming trend, ridding roofs and walks of icy buildups and creating serious flooding problems in southwest Michigan and neighboring states... Deaths: Margaret Weinman, 83, and Ethol Figg, 91, both of Ver­ montville; Nellie Moon, 95, of Nashville; and former Nashville resident Rhoda Lathrop, 100, of Grand Rapids. March 5...Nashville council approves water rate hike of 15 cents per 1,000 gallons... Flood waters dampen Nashville as worst flooding in decade hits area. Nyle Wells is new operator of Maple Vermontville’s Manor... Eleventh annual Sugaring-off party kicks off Vermontville’s syrup season. March 12 M.V. Lions clinch district title with 88-68 win over Olivet... Fuller Street PTO carnival draws record crowd... Jack Clark resigns from Vermontville council; questions budgeting procedure... Nashville manicurist Bobbie Weller ties for third place in Chicago competition... Few voters turn out for Nashville village election. March 19...MV school board considers “double bus routing” to carry elemen­ tary and secondary students on separate busses... Removal of old maple tree questioned by property Goodtime Pizza is under New Ownership Tim Burd, Darwin Raffler, & Jack DeGroot NEW YEAR’S EVE Open All Night NEW YEAR’S DAY llto ll - FREE DELIVERY TO SENIOR CITIZENS - Goodtime Pizza 119 N. Main, Nashville 852-1985 HOURS: Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. owner, who said village did not advise him of the cut­ A New Year's Day ice storm knocked out electricity ting... Vandals slash bus tires at school garage; cause jn a widespread area of Michigan, including Maple nearly $1,200 in damage, Valley, when ice laden tree branches brought electric I f 11 includinr»rf r»grf laknr labko nr... NTockivrilla NTaoschkivvirlillea lines do.wn when they fell. Syrup Association Vermontville man Robert Graves became a hero after he saved the lives of two elderly women from the blaze that destroyed their home. production considerably women, Mrs. Vern Haywood, department... Inclement slower than last season, due 94, and her daughter Francis Easter weekend postpones to unusual weather con­ Henion are rescued from annual Egg Hunt in Nash­ dition... Attendance down at house fire by passer-by ville... Deaths: former Maplewood PTO carnival, Robert Graves... Deaths: residents Garnet E. Shaffer, but event called successful. former Nashville residents 74, of Battle Creek and Helen March 26...Actors from the Edna (Mayo) Herrick, 90, of J. Balch, 92, of Grand Boarshead Theater in Grand Rapids, and Frank M. Rapids... Satellite TV Lansing to conclude their Mix, Sr., 52, of Hastings. company opens showroom in visits to Maple Valley fourth April 9...Vermontville Nashville. graders with a grand finale council reappoints Linda April 16...- Gene Fisher performance at Fuller Street Ramey to fill trustee seat, in honored by Vermontville school... Linda Ramey ap­ new manner to comply with Lions for outstanding ser­ pointed by Vermontville voting procedures advised vice... Fern Gearhart named Council by secret ballot to by village attorney... Three grand marshal of Ver­ replace Jack Clark; juvenile suspects ap­ montville Syrup Festival approcedure questioned;.. Lion prehended in March 18 tire­ parade... Maple Valley art eager Jeff Hamilton finishes slashing of MV school buses students win awards at up “top” career... Three and of Assistant Principal Lansing youth talent fair... MV 8th graders place in Larry Lenz’ vehicles... New Dan Lykins, MVHS senior, state essay contest spon­ $70,000 GMC firetruck Continued on page 7 sored by Farm Bureau In­ delivered to Vermontville surance Group... Former local resident Leo Hickey, 78, died March 13 at Gaylord... MV seniors Jeff Hamilton and Gary Reid named to all-league basketball team... James Erwin, a part-time Nashville resident who was denied a teaching job at Maple Valley hopes for June jury trial to settle lawsuit for “upwards of $70,000” against school system. Mirrors Image April 2...Agnes’ Korner 111 N. Main, Nashville Kitchen sold to Smoky and Flo Alldaffer of Ver­ Phone 852-9192 montville... Vermontville 1986 HAPPY NEW YEAR! �Page 7 The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Monday. December 30. 1985__ May it be a fun-filled glorious year, abounding in health, success and hap­ piness! Village Hair Port 470 E. Main Vermontville 726-0257 The Maple Valley Lions clinched the district title with 88-68 win over Olivet. jmeilllieiffw*' j£2:Fnsc5 ' ' fotjed in® ty passer-by rille a Deafc: riktesW esWJ.8ili*! udFrmkM- Rap$- ' accepted to the U.S. Air Force Academy; a full 4­ year scholarship valued at $150,000... MVHS softball team starts season by defeating Caledonia 14-5... Senior girls’ tea hosted by local women’s clubs at MVHS... Nashville council concerned about junk cars accumulating in village, plus garbage and general trash. April 23...Vermontville prepares to roll out “red carpet” for 1985 syrup festival... Michigan’s 1983 White Cane Queen Katie Mawby and leader dog, Molly, pay visit to Maplewood School... 22 MV students receive award certificates at school board meeting for scoring 100 percent on state tests... MV students say “thanks” to staff with 4th annual Ap­ preciation Day... Ryan Rosin, a Kellogg 6th-grader, places in top 25 at regional competition... Carroll D. Lamie drops discrimination complaint against MV school system regarding girls’ sports program... Lions varsity baseball team sweeps a doubleheader with Olivet. April 30...Thousands pour into Vermontville for 45th annual syrup festival under sunny skies; fun festivities and great weather draw many visitors... Several runners from Nashville participate in Kalamazoo fund-raising race... MVHS student Carmen Tobias, who plays baritone, selected as one of 120 American and Canadian students to attend European music camp... Nashville Lodge No. 255 presents “Mason of the Year” award to Lawrence Frith... Nashville deaths: Ellen Shapley, 73; and Thomas Powers, 76. May 7...Maple Valley recognizes top 10 graduating seniors, including Valedictorian Daniel Lykins and Salutatorian Audrey Dumont... Hundreds pack Nashville Baptist Church in surprise tribute to Chaplain Cathy Vessecchia... Gladys Vogel of Nashville speaks to Fuller Street kindergartners about Christmas traditions and other customs of her native Venezuela MV Lion baseball team defeats Pennfield 5-2, and pulls into a first place tie with that arfP ' tHxstogs tHxstogs Personal Touch Beauty Salon > >«*£*> £> tty 6901 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville, Ml Owned & Operated by DIANE McGHAN SOMETHING NEW FOR THE HOLIDAY — Ask about Minking and Hair Sewing Wfllatrix - ha,r coloring gentle you color and perm wave the same day. ... so con Have a Happy New Year HOURS Closed Mon, Tues, 11-7; Wed 9-5; Thurs S Fri 9-5; Sat 9-2 fa > CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT SS2-O767 — BEDFORD AUCTION — FOOD SALE Sun., Jan. 5 at 12 Noon Seafood, Meat, Vegetables and Much More. Bedford Auction on M-37 in Bedford • 968-5178 school for league lead... Stan Venton of Vermontville wins Las Vegas trip in drawing sponsored by local Lions Club... Nicole Bayha, 15, of Vermontville wins free prom dress, etc., in Woodland Mall drawing at Grand Rapids. May 14...Thirty-two MV math students, grades six through nine, to participate in annual Eaton County Math Day Competition... Eaton Intermediate School District to seek one-mill tax increase for special education program which serves districts including Maple Valley... Property owners request alley closings by Nashville Village Council... “Marvelous Memory” books written by second-grade students at Fuller Street School.... Kellogg school art students create replicas of prehistoric animals as 5th grade project... Community school survey report presented in local meeting by David Donovan, Assistant State Superintendent of Public Instruction. May 21...Maple Valley News listed as top source of information concerning schools, in community phone survey about local school systems... Four Kellogg sixth graders take top honors in Eaton County math competition... Stevensville official visit Nashville for Mayor’s Exchange Day... Elmer Jarvie retires after nine years as Nashville postmaster... MV adult education students and families .tour state capital... MV band students honored at annual awards night. May 28...MVHS Assistant principal Larry Lenz proposes a policy to deal with students “cheating”; seeks board approval... Two new buses costing a total of $65,948 to be purchased by MV school district... Gina Lehman chosen as Out­ standing Business Student at Maple Valley High... Nash­ ville Christian Academy holds first annual “spelling bee”... New vacuum cleaner presented to Putnam Public Library by Friends of the Library... Harold Stewart, Jr., MVHS senior, accepted to West Point military academy... Nashville death; Robert Tobais, 76. June 4...96 seniors graduate from Maple Valley High School in com­ mencement ceremony at Fuller Street field... Nine candidates file for three seats opening on MV school board... Famed country­ western star Loretta Lynn attracts an enthusiastic crowd to a Memorial Day weekend performance at Sandyland Park in Nash­ ville... Three members of Nashville family face charges after brawl with local police... Sixteen of 22 surviving members of Nash­ ville’s Class of 1935 enjoy 50th anniversary reunion; annual Alumni Banquet held later that evening... 13 area residents receive high school diplomas... Fuller Street School kindergartners graduate. June 11...Vermontville Syrup Festival Association responds to ^village council charges regarding profits... old railroads tracks removed at South Main Street Photo Finishing — Special I$1.00 OFF ON COLOR NEGATIVE ROLL PROCESSING DEALER NAME I Bring this coupon to your participating McJon Photo Center, and get $1.00 OFF on your next roll of color negative film processed. One coupon per order. Offer good on regular size processing only. C-41 process only. Good on sizes 110, 126, 135mm and DISC. Tape coupon to envelope. Offer good through 1 /6/86. 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No contracts to sign — pay monthly or per class Join anytime Combines Great for men and women <' tthe best of aerobics plus a well-rounded workout all ages Affordable prices — one of the finest values available. of I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday. December 30,-1985 — Page 8 Looking back at the highlights of the past year, continued from page i Polly Cook reigned as the 1985 Maple Syrup Queen. Here, she is presented with flowers by U.S. Congressman Howard Wolpe. crossing in Nashville... Vermontville postmaster Lawrence Frith retired after 18-year tenure... Incumbents Dale Ossenheimer and LeRoy Sleeper and newcomer Loren Lehman elected to MV school board... Fans of ’50s and ’60s music “twist and shake” at Sandyland performance by Chubby Checker and others of that era... Former resident Debbie Wright Gearhart, MVHS 1972, in­ strumental in Governor’s declaration for Records Management Week... Deaths: former local principal Forrest A. Rinehart, at Mason, age 79; and Lillian Donaldson, 90, Nashville. June 18...MV school board turns down request for ad­ ditional counselor at Junior and Senior High... New bridge to be constructed over Quaker Brook on Nashville’s Francis Street... Nashville’s annual community-wide A teen dance at the Carptenter's den was the subject of much concern at a special council meeting in Vermontville. garage sale conducted despite falling rain, with most participants “setting up shop” inside or under porch roofs... Deaths: Nash­ ville native Mary E. (Allen) Townsend, 64, of Hastings and Claude Myers, 81, of Vermontville. June 25...Vermontville United Methodist Church youths hike 16 miles to raise money for Holy Land trip in .1988.. Ray Stevens, nationally known singer­ arranger, presented key to Nashville to promote his Nashville-to-Nashville (Tenn., Ind., and Mich.) tour; presentation made on national TV show... 2,000 attend Ray Stevens show under rainy skies at Sandyland Park... 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Second annual firewords display set at Sandyland Park, to be financed by local merchants and private contributions. July 9...First Sandyland Rodeo ropes in good crowd for 3-day event... County sheriffs deputies investigate larceny of liquor and cigarettes from Big George’s Party Store in Nashville... Several local women attend College Week at MSU... Nashville death: Elizabeth Askins, 84. July 16...MV school board tentatively approve proposed athletic policy establishing academic levels for sports eligibilty... Nash­ ville Police Chief Gene Koetje surprises two juvenile burglars in act at Pop Shop... Nashville girl, Joy Redmond, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Jarvie, receives Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from MSU... Death: former area residents Zoe Guy, 81, of Florida. July 23...Gerri Tobias of Nashville enjoys visit from her natural mother whom she located last summer after having been’adopted as a child... Cecil Barrett of Nashville constructs a plaque commemorating the railroad through Nashville... Finnish exchange student enjoys stay with Ver­ montville’s Ron Carpenter family... Norma Jean Hosey, 52, of Vermontville, killed when semi-trailer falls on top of vehicle in which she was riding; accident occurs on curve on Vermontville Highway... Local 4-H’ers earn awards at Barry County Fair. July 30...47th annual Sunshine Party for senior ladies of the community held at Vermontville... Nashville Boy Scouts enjoy week of camping near Whitehall... Vermontville Little League All-Stars win tourney at Lake Odessa... Nashville resident Virgil Carrier wins $5,000 in Michigan Lottery instant game... Area 4-H’ers take honors at Eaton County Fair... Vermontville’s historic opera house to un­ dergo improvements financed by village and township. Aug. 6...Vermontville Bible Church petitions council to abandon a portion of Jefferson Street... Mock disaster event at Ver­ montville provides good training for local emergency personnel... Debra Carl of Nashville named student of the month at Argubright Business College... Belgian exchange student stays with Bill Mason family of Ver­ montville under Lions Club program... Antique cars on tour stop at Vermontville for local viewing... Death: Elva Goodson, 91 of Nashville. Aug. 13...Castleton Township voters to decide on millage increase for am­ bulance, service... Nashville council sets hearing to rezone property at 131 S. State from residential to commercial... Elmer Rose, 48, of Nashville drowns while fishing with brother on maintain a “C” average to Manistee Lake... Ver­ remain active in school montville’s community-wide sporting events... School to Yard Sale called a success... open for new year Aug. 27; Castleton Township makes 10-cent increase in school improvements to two lunches... Everly Brothers cemeteries, including please crowd in Sandyland Hosmer, where some of the performance... Castleton township’s earliest settlers voters okay ambulance levy. are buried. Aug. 27...Concerned Aug. 20...MV school board Vermontville citizens ex­ adopts policy that athletes press opposition to a teen and cheerleaders must dance planned by Car- Auto Service CENTER • Quality Workmanship • Transmission Repairs • Body & Bump Service • Wheel Alignment & Balancing • Tune-ups & Mufflers • Major Overhauls • Brakes Most Alternators Alternators w/exchg $3595 w/built in regulator .. $4595 . w/exchg *3595 Most Starters.... Starters w/exchg. w/solnoid.......... w/exchg Water Pumps...... w/exchg *4295 *29” instock for most American Cars New Radiators at Recore prices, 24 hour service in most cases. Trowbridge Service 130 S. Main St., Vermontville - Ph 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Monday, December 30, 1985 — Page 9 The Maple Valley girls' basketball team topped Parchment 57-53 to win theirfirst ever district title. penter’s Den... Nearly 60 Girl Scouts and prospective scouts attend picnic event at Nashville’s Putnam Park... Several hot air baloons land on Vermontville properties during Bellevue’s annual Balloon Days event... MV science teacher Charles Gillmore resigns before scheduled tenure hearing... Nashville firefighters participate at Charlton’s Park’s Antique Antique Fire Fighting Show and Muster... Vermontville death: Dalton Winegar, 93. Sept. 3...Despite 366 petition signatures to Ver­ montville council, teen dance plans at Carpenter’s Den proceed... Nashville hosts two-day Southern Michigan Lock and Key Show... Craft Nook opens in back of Mirror’s Image shop in Nashville... Vermontville Historical Society holds Craft Days for local youths. Sept. to...Vermontville teen dance called “success” by bar owner; 96 youths attend chaperoned event in bar’s banquet room... Castleton and Maple Grove townships agree to purchase new $109,000 firetruck... The Donald Sears family of Nashville finds 10-pound puff ball in Irving Township over Labor Day weekend... Physical fitness, courage help Rod McMillon of Nash­ ville overcome paralysis caused by July 14th swim­ ming accident... Nashville deaths: Madeline Everett, 67, and Mabie Erwin, 73. Sept. 17...Contributions from citizens sought to replace sidewalk in Ver­ montville’s village park... Mina Barnes of Ver­ montville, who marked her 105th birthday in August, receives “Oldest Grandma Award” at Barry County Medical Facility, where she resides... New roof at Put­ nam Library approved by Nashville council... Local Boy Scout Richard Perrier receives White House letter which helps him get per­ mission to build a scout project at school shop... MV Lions open SMAA grid season with 19-0 win over Olivet... Nashville death: James Taylor, 50. Sept. 24...Construction underway on new Mace Pharmacy building on Nash­ ville’s Main Street; completion expected by February... First Annual Nashville Days a success despite bad weather... Della Gordenski of Nashville slightly injured in a two-car collision on North Main Street hill... Former local Catholic priest, Rev. Msgr. Julian A. Moleski, dies at age 81 in Grand Rapids... Video Showcase store opened by Kirt Peterson in Nashville... MV Lions squeak past Bellevue 6-0; remain unbeaten in SMAA League. Oct. 1... Out-of-court settlement reached between MV schools and part-time Nashville resident James Erwin in age descrimination claim, after being denied a teaching job... Nashville council changes insurance carrier to Kalamazoo firm J.W. Ryan Underwriting, for $15,640 annual premium... New flag from the nation’s Capitol flies over Maplewood Elementary in Ver­ montville... Sports booster Kent Mead of Nashville named Grand Marshal of MVHS Homecoming parade... MV Lions blank Coss Richard R. Cobb, Owner • Mich. Lie. #1748 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • FARM • PUMP-SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION STA-RITE PUMPS HR Do it yourself • 114" pipe 5' length, Drive Couplings, Screens, Tanks 2"-5” Well Drill & Repair Service on Submergible Pumps Estimates Available 726-037 270 N. Pease Rd., Vermontville JRl Springfield; 1985 Homecoming candidates named... Vic Haas of Delton is new postmaster of Ver­ montville... Deaths: Richard D. Green, 71, of Nashville and former local resident Lawrence Annis, 76, of Belding. Oct. 8... Vermontville Township studies millage proposal to refurbish historic Opera House in village... Grand Ledge motorist uninjuried when car travels 515 feet out of control on M-66 north of Nashville... Former Nashville businessman Jerry Johnson joins ad­ vertising sales staff of J-Ad Grapics, Inc., publishers of several papers including the Maple Valley News... House on Sherman Street in Nash­ ville damaged by fire that began in electrical system... MV sixth-graders enjoy week of camping at Yankee Springs recreation area... St. Philip team damages Lions’ league title hopes, in 10-0 homecoming shutout... Queen Debbie Corkins, King Mark Hess, Princess Amy Walker and Prince Chris Thompson are MV Homecoming royalty... Nashville death: William Schantz, 77. Oct. 15...15-year-old child turns himself in to authorities after robbing Nashville woman at gun­ point and fleeing in her car... Sharon Bishop is named new postmaster at Nashville... Rev. Lester DeGroot honored at a special surprise reception to mark 25 years of service to the Nashville Baptist Church... Nashville businesswoman Bobbie Weller is top fingernail sculptor in Michigan, after taking first place in state competition... MV stays in hunt for SMAA football title with 7-0 win over Bronson. Oct. 22...Pastor Lester DeGroot and Susan Butler chosen by the MV Board of Education to serve as chairman and vice chairman respectively of a new Citizen Advisory Committee... MV Co-op Nursery offers face painting as a safer alter­ native to Halloween masks... MV Lady Lions hold league basketball lead... MV Lions notch fifth shutout of football season over Pennfield. Oct. 29...Nashville council agrees on 1-mill tax increase to aid Lakeview Cemetery and village parks... MV Band Boosters selling athletic seat cushions to rains money for uniforms... Raymond Dull named “Mason of the Year” by Brothers of Nashville Lodge No. 255 F. & A.M... Jeff Sleeper elected president of MVHS student council for 1985-86 school year... Fuller Street fourth graders visit water treatment facilities in Nashville as part of Water Quality Awareness Week... Fund to add proposed $50,000 Children’s Wing to Putnam Public Library surpasses $30,000 mark... MV gridders to top Potterville 33-20; finish second in SMAA league race... Vermontville death: Helen Brimmer, 73. Nov. 5... Sandra Halbert, whose book “Bitter Har­ vest” was made into a TV movie, speaks to those at­ tending Nashville United Methodist Women’s World Community Day about the 1972 PBB cattle poisoning on their Barry County farm, and how her husband is credited with uncovering the state disaster of con­ taminated feed... Paving of Nashville Highway of Barry County line east of Nashville is proposed by Eaton County Road Commission for Spring .1986.. German exchange student is guest of the Russell Laverty family in Vermontville... Staff at Mirror’s Image gets top prize in Nashville mer­ chants’ Halloween costume contest, sponsored by Chamber of Commerce... Nashville death: Beatrice Penfold, 86. Nov. 12...Vermontville council considers lowincome housing project... Castleton Township Board split on appointment of candidate to replace resigning clerk Sharon Bishop... MV Lion girls remain in first place in SMAA conference by defeating two league rivals... Death: former local resident Marguerite Wilson, 91, at Battle Creek. Nov. 19...Nashville council rescinds millage hike decision after discovering cemetery board has $10,000 CD and $2,000 in bonds... Nashville considering creating a village manager post.. Jerry Kent honored for 32-years service to the local fire department... Sharon Bishop will continue as Castleton Township clerk after official ruling regar­ ding possible conflict of interest with duties as Nash­ ville postmaster... Maple Valley school board apologizes for reading in public a parent’s letter critical of a kindergarten teacher’s performance... Thirty local residents named to MV school’s Citizen Ad­ visory Committee... Com­ munity Education Day observed at MV... Nashville death: Earl Pennock, 66. 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MV girl eagers Dec. 23...Howard Yost to Carol Lamie and Sheri retire as Fuller Street Forell named to SMAA all­ league team for 1985... Dec. Elementary School principal after 18 years of service to 3rd is declared Lawrence Frith Day in Vermontville... the local district... Ver­ Nashville deaths: Grace montville council trustee Cooley, 55, and Caroline Donald Lewis will challenge incumbent president Jones, 85. Beverly Sue Villanueva for Dec. 3...MV Lions top the Democratic nomination Parchment 57-53 for first for that post in the village’s district title ever for girls February primary election... basketball... Three long-time Six Republican candidates Vermontville residents file petitions for three honored by the Vermontville available trustee seats on the Historical Society... U.S. Nashville council; three Congressman Howard Wolpe Republicatns file petitions stops in Vermontville to for clerk’s post... collect a free haircut at Developmental kindergarten Nancy’s Beauty Shop, a for “Young Fives” proposed prize he won in a drawing to for school district by raise funds for a new organ Maplewood Principal Bill at Vermontville’s Christensen... MV student Congregational Church... council busy spreading Nashville’s Sugar Shanty holiday cheer, as they collect gets addition of new storage canned goods and toys for room, financed by time­ needy families in the com­ donations of three mem­ munity. bers... Death: former local resident Zula Bruce, 88, of United Methodist Women Hastings. Dec. 10...Nashville council observe pray and to hire secretary to help self-denial Jan. 3 reduce workload of clerk, The United Methodist starting after April 1st when newly-elected clerk will take Women of Nashville, United over... 10-year clerk Susan Methodist Church will hold Corkwell will not seek re­ their annual call to pray and election... Marsha Ainslie self-denial, observance at appointed to fill unexpired 1:30 p.m. on January 3, 1986 term of trustee George at the church corner of State Frith, who resigned in and Washington Street Focal November... MV Athletic point of the days activities annual- will be a quiet day service. Boosters set Spaghetti Dinner fund- During that event a special raiser... Vermontville offering will be taken for council appoints Russ towards wholeness; women Bennett to fill trustee spot and health. vacated by Joyce Peterson. Dec. 17...MV school board Serving our Country debate heats up over Jospeh M. Brown negotiations of contract to Joseph M. Brown, son of combine jobs of tran­ Donald M. and Mary A. sportation and custodial supervision... Richard Brown of 23671 13 Mile Rd., Bellevue, has been promoted Osborne, 35, of Vermontville, charged with manslaughter in the U.S, Army to the rank of specialist four. in hit-and-run death of Eaton Brown is a tracked vehicle County Sheriff’s deputy as he aided a stranded motorist crew member in West Germany, with the 17th and her passengers on US-27 Engineer Battalion. near Charlotte... Nashville He is a 1981 graduate of council approves purchase of Bellevue High School. a new police cruiser at the Look at ‘85 continued— Read county news every week in the HASTINGS BANNER Available in Nashville at Carl’s Market Cappon’s Quick Mart Mace Pharmacy Local Chamber presidents looking for change in their communities in the coming new year Pat O'Dell, Vermontville Chamber president is working toward having a walking path installed along village streets. Dave Mace hopes for more chamber participation in among Nashville businesses in the coming year. by Shelly Sulser The presidents of the chambers of commerce in the villages of Vermontville and Nashville have big plans for their towns in the coming year — projects that would benefit the villages. Vermontville chamber president Pat O’Dell has several ideas for Vermontville’s future, including the addition of a walking path along some Verntville streets. “We’re still hoping for a walking path in town,” O’Dell said. “Some of the streets don’t have sidewalks so we’d like to have a walk- way go from the corner of the bank (on South Main) to Third St., then over to Spring St. to West Main and back to North Main. It would go a little over a mile.” With Nyle Wells serving as chamber vice-president, Bea Gillaspie as secretary and Francis Olson as treasurer, the Vermontville chamber also hopes to implement an arts and crafts day in the village park during the coming summer. O’Dell noted the idea in­ cludes providing games for adults as well as kids as a part of the special day. The chamber is also working with the village sesquicentennial committee to make plans for the 150th birthday of Vermontville. “We might have a mustache contest for the men sometime maybe in July and a bonnet contest for the women,” O'Dell said. Before each election in the village, the chamber invites the public to meet the can­ didates at the Sugar Hut Cafe, a restaurant owned by O’Dell. This year, residents can talk with the local council candidates after the regular chamber meeting on Jan. 14 at about 7:30 p.m. Some other projects the chamber is involved with include providing the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Queen with a crown and flowers and putting together the community Christmas baskets each year. In Nashville, chamber president Dave Mace says the chamber is “alive and healthy, but we just need a boost from some new people.” Mace’s biggest hope for 1986 is to see more active members in the local chamber of commerce. “We’d like more mem­ bership, ersp, ” Mace ace said, sa, stressing, “especially people on Main Street because I think we could do so much more if we could work together to promote the downtown businesses.” He also added the chamber is seeking a project to un­ dertake in the coming year to help and attract people to Nashville. Mace recalled the “Womanless Wedding” held in 1984 was a huge money raiser for the chamber, when local officials such as School Board President David Hawkins and Superintendent Carroll Wolff and others performed a skit dressed as women. “That’s the kind of thing we have to come up with,” he said. Mace, owner of Mace Pharmacy, added that he would like to see Nashville’s Maple Valley Schools LUNCH MENU Maplewood School Monday, Jan. 6 Chicken Nuggets, sauce, mashed potatoes, fruit jello, bread butter. Tuesday, Jan. 7 Macaroni and Chfeese, tuna sandwich, sweet pickles, applesauce. Wednesday,Jan.8 Hot Ham and Cheese, potato sticks, green beans, peaches. Thursday, Jan. 9 Taco’s, cheese lettuce, peas, mixed fruit, peanut butter sandwich. Friday, Jan. 10 Hot Dogs, mashed potatoes, carrot-celery sticks, fruit, cookies. Maple Valley Schools Jr. Sr. High and Kellogg Schools Monday, Jan. 6 Fishwich, coleslaw, fruit juice, cookie. Tuesday, Jan. 7 Baked Chicken, mashed potatoes and butter peas and bread and butter. Wednesday, Jan. 8 Chili, pickles, apple crisp, peanut butter sandwich. Thursday, Jan. 9 Tostizza, corn, pears. Friday, Jan. 10 Hot Dogs, french fries, mixed vegetables, apple. Fuller St. School Monday, Jan. 6 Pizza, baked beans, pears. Tuesday, Jan. 7 Macaroni and Cheese, green beans, fruit salad, tuna sandwich, cookies. Wednesday, Jan.8 Hot Dogs, tater rounds, applesauce, pickles. Thursday, Jan. 9 Tacos, lettuce cheese,, peas, pears, honey sand­ wich. Friday, Jan. 10 Mini subs, mashed potatoes, peaches, pickles. Harvest Festival reinstated, although he noted it would take a huge effort by volunteers. But, “a lot of the volun­ teers get burned out,” Mace said. He also said the chamber could benefit from new people and new ideas to possibly give the chamber the “boost” it needs. Some activities in Nash­ ville sponosre ve sponosred by y thee chamber include the annual Holiday Count contest, where all the businesses offer a prize to the person who makes a correct guess as to how many objects are contained in a jar.- The chamber also helps in the Easter Egg Hunt put on by Carl’s Supermarket each year. In addition, the annual spring garage sales, a project Mace says is “growing each year,” boosts business in Nashville, and is sponsored by the chamber. “It brings a lot of people to town and promotes the local businesses,” he said of the sales. “The town really buzzes.” One major responsibility of the Nashville chamber is to maintain the village Christmas decorations and to fund the electricity used by them. The chamber will also be putting together a com­ munity calendar, listing the dates of all the upcoming chamber meetings and events. The next meeting of the Nasvhille Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for Jan. 9 when Mace hopes to see more members present and active. Barry County Commission on Aging menu and events set Wednesday, Jan. 1 - Happy New Years! All sites closed. Thursday, Jan. 2 - Beef Stroganoff, green beans, stewed tomatoes, noodles roll, margarine, 2 percent milk, ricepudding. HastingsCrafts, Bingo, New Year’s resolutions. Nashville-Bingo. Friday, Jan. 3 - Turkey ala king, pimento wax beans, citrus section salad, baking powder biscuit, fresh grapes, margarine, 2 percent milk. Hastings-Legal Aid, blood pressure. .Nashville-What Did You Get for Christmas? Woodland-Cards, games. Monday, Jan. 6 Beef goulash, spinach, grapefruit sections, noodles, white bread, chocolate chip cookies (2) margarine, 2 percent milk. HastingsCrafts, Social Security, White elephant day. Tuesday, Jan. 7 New England boiled dinner, boiled potato, steamed cabbage roll, blushing pear halves, margarine, 2 percent milk. Hastings-Puzzle. Nashville-Christmas care show, puzzle. Low cost meals are available for those over 60 years of age, and spouse even if under 60. Suggested donation is 75 cents, with food stamps accepted. All sites are barrier free. Meals are catered by Pennock Hospital. Call 948-4856 a day in advance for reservation. Meals served at: 120 North Michigan Avenue, HastingsMonday through Friday; Masonic Temple, NashvilleMonday through Friday; Faith United Methodist Church, Delton-Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Eagles Club, WoodlandMonday, Wednesday and Friday. Nashville man to seek re-election to MM PA board A Nashville man is among eight persons who have been nominated to seek fourpositions on the Michigan Milk Producers Association board of directors in district elections to be held in January. Wayne Pennock of Nash­ ville is seeking his second term as District 4 director on the MMPA board, reports the Michigan Milk Messenger (MMM) publication. Pennock is secretary­ treasurer of the MMPA Barry-Eaton Local and a former longtime member of the MMPA advisory com­ mittee (formerly Southern Michigan market committee) and delegate. He also is vice chairman of the Barry County Planning Commission and vice chairman of the Barry County Soil and Water Conservation District. He farms 460-acres and milks 80-cows. Willaim Bamber of Howell also is nominated to the district 4 director seat. Those nominated by district nominating com­ mittees are seeking threeyear terms on the state board, said MMM. District directors are elected by delegates from within their own districts. EWING WELL DRILLING Your dependable drillers in Eaton & Barry Counties WATER WELL DRILLING and PUMP SERVICE OFFERING COMPLETE... RESIDENTIAL — COMMERCIAL & FARM (We service submersible pumps)^ - GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 726-0088 WE'VE GOT THE ABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE <8 THE EQUIPMENT TO SERVE YOU BEST' 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, MICH. STATE LICENSE NO. 1612 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 30, 1985 — Page 11 Lions lose 51-39 in Pontiac Silverdome to Potterville SJta 1 S &->< V' s*&; ^sis* Two teams engaged in serious nosedives un­ fortunately couldn’t pull out of them at the Pontiac Silverdome last Friday night. First, the Maple Valley Lions lost a 51-39 decision to Potterville at the Silverdome that night. The loss was the slumping Lions’’- sixth straight of the young prep season. That game, played at 5 p.m., was a prelude to the Detroit Piston-Cleveland Cavalier NBA game, which saw the Pistons lose their fourth straight and 10th in last 13, 119-105. Two spectator buses of Maple Valley fans, ap­ proximately 200 people, made the trip from Nashville to see the game, which was arranged by Potterville Athletic Director Tom Truscott. The Vikings had played Lansing Christian in a basketball game at the Silverdome last year. And when Truscott called Lion AD Larry Lenz with a proposal for the Lions to play Potterville at the Silverdome this year, Lenz accepted. The famous San Diego Chicken was also scheduled to make an appearance at the Silverdome. It wasn’t, however, a smashing on-court per­ formance by Maple Valley. The winless Lions were tied 16-16 at the half, and trailed Sports by the end of three quarters their next game. The 33-30. Trojans handed Maple A 8-0 spurt at the beginning Valley a 65-41 setback in of the fourth quarter gave Middleville in the teams’ the Vikings a 41-30 lead and season-opener back on Dec. the ballgame was over. 6. Mike Siple led the Lions The Lions resume their with 15 points and Tai SMAA schedule on Jan. 10 at Gearhart added 12. Springfield. The Lions travel to Mid­ dleville (3-2) on Jan. 7 in Maple Valley News "Quiz" For Maple Valley News fans who have just been itching for a chance to test their knowledge about their community, here is a short quiz, on the local news scene from the past year. If you guess correctly half of the ten questions, better luck next year. If you score eight or more, consider yourself well informed and if you get them all correct, you are an expert on Maple Valley news... 1. The Carpenter’s Den holds dances for: a. reformed alcoholics. b. teenagers. c. veterans. ®!< steninitiBii I utultriijta WW-MWfii* iiiiriitt'rjm MsrttRj ' W Wptatftsj i, ’Fili tax fcjii M 1 $ JMjtafite R! Fai United Ute is^ (M, Mlu-lto witj, ttsij mi te Ms Oi Mr: ■ Ser Xooiiy, Maty» A weekly report from - ERNEST NASH State Representative Fiita. 32 LEGISLATURE RECONVENES JANUARY 8,1986 - The Legislature adjouned on December 18, and will reconvene on January 8, 1986. Before breaking for the holidays, lawmakers in the Legislature approved a $154 million prison construction funding measure, changes in barrier free design, and stronger child support collection laws. A proposed increase in hunting and fishing license fees was defeated, and work on a tax rollback and changes in the state’s “essential insurance” system will continue in January. “FRIVOLOUS LAWSUITS” WOULD BE HARDER TO FILE - The Michigan House of Representatives has ap­ proved legislation, H.B. 5154, aimed at reducing the number of “frivolous” civil suits by allowing the prevailing party in a civil action suit to recover court costs and attorney fees if the court deems the suit “frivolous.” SNOW REMOVAL FUNDS FROM STATE GAS AND WEIGHT TAXES - The Michigan Department of Tran­ sportation reports that 44 of the state’s 83 counties received more than 80 inches of accumulated snowfall during the winter of 1984-85, qualifying them for snow removal funds from the state gas and weight tax revenues. Statistics on snowfall are provided by the U.S. Weather Bureau and Michigan Weather Service. LAW ENACTED EASING BANKING RESTRICTIONS ON BRANCHES - Legislation has been approved by the Michigan Legislature and signed into law easing restrictions on statewide branch banking and mergers between Michigan banks and banks in states with reciprocal banking laws. The new allows banks to engage in interstate banking with financial institutions in Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, and Minnesota, as long as those states have similar laws. After Oct. 10,1988, Michigan banks can participate in full interstate banking. FOURTH STATE ELK HUNT A SUCCESS - All but one of the 120 licenses elk hunters who participated in the state’s fourth elk hunt succeeded in bagging one. The largest elk set a record for Michigan, the 15-point bull elk weighed 664 pounds, field dressed, is the largest elk ever taken during a Michigan elk hunt. Michigan places strict limits on elk hunting and only a few licenses are granted, through a Department ofNatural Resources lottery, to ensure that the state’s elk herd is maintained. INDUSTRIAL TAX ASSESSMENTS - A bipartisan six-bill package dealing with industrial tax assessments practices and procedures has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. The House Taxation Committee will begin work on the bills, H.B. 5266-71 this winter. 2. Maplewood Elementary School received a flag that once flew over: a. the state capital. b. the nation’s capital. c. the white house. 3. Sharon Bishop resigned as: a. cub scout leader. b. postmaster. c. township clerk. 4. The Nashville council recinded a millage hike for: a. the cemetery. b. a Rolls Royce for the mayor. c. public officials. 5. Polly Cook: a. went to the summer in­ stitute for the gifted and talented. b. is the Maple Syrup Queen. c. is the MVHS DAR Good Citizen. 6. The Reed Street Curve: a. may be bent. b. may have the speed limit increased from 25 to 50. c. may be straightened. Local High Schoolers help entertain elderly Some Maple Valley students were among those who helped to make Christmas brighter for residents of the Barry County Medical Care Facility. Here, Santa Claus makes an appearance as Polly Cook, Alexa Menneken and Amy Laverty talk with the residents. ACTION-ADS ACTION-ADS ACTION-ADS CHAIN SAWS: Husqvarna, no money down, only $12 per month, 13.6 percent interest. Most people are qualified. Maple Valley Lawn and Garden, 9905 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, (517) 726-0133. (TFN) 4X4 FOR SALE: 1978 Chevy. Very clean, low mileage, one owner. 1200x15 BFG mounted on 10 in. spokes, 400 engine with duals fiberglass cap and 4 new 750x15 snow tires on wheels go with truck. 852-9500 days; 852-1650 nights, (tfn)____ WANTED: Insulation and roofing work, well ex­ perienced for low estimates call David Halliwill. 726-0427. 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The citizen advisory committee’s aim is to: a. study the fesibility of robots in vehicle assembly plants versus human manufacturing skills and their affects on employment in America. b. inform local governing bodies concerning legal obligations including voting procedures and the rights of the public provided in the open meetings act. c. study the operation, curriculum and finances of the Maple Valley Schools and report findings to the school board. 9. Which of the following live on Main Street: a. Bill Mason. b. Jim Peterson. c. half of Vermontville. 10. Match the following with their jobs: a. Sue Hinckley township clerk b. Sue Villanueva Nashville historian c. Sue Butler Vermontville mayor GOVERNMENT HOMES FROM $1: (U repair). Also delinquent tax property. Call 805-687-6000 Ext. GH-6574 for information. the Hastings Banner! Hastings Banner — Devoted to the Interests of Barry County Since 1856 — Only $1 /1OO AV Price per year in Barry County MAIL THIS COUPON TODAY ... P.O. 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